Little Giant Utility Pumps - Tips for Use and Care

!9#: Little Giant Utility Pumps - Tips for Use and Care

There are many different models of Little Giant Pumps on the market today that are used in a variety of water transfer applications.

For example, the list of specific use products manufactured by Little Giant is a long one. Some of the more popular uses for these pumps are sump, effluent, pool cover, water fountain, statuary, condensate, pond, waterfall, and stream pumps, to name a few.

The most versatile of all the pumps in the Little Giant product lineup are multi-purpose utility pumps.

Utility pumps can be used for many different purposes, and are especially well suited for residential applications with light to medium fluid transfer needs. The Little Giant utility pumps are adept at moving water out of areas such as shallow flooded basements and cellars, crawl spaces, tanks, and aquariums, and other hard to reach places.

Many models of Little Giant utility pumps include an adapter compatible with standard water hose, and an inlet screen that can be removed for easy cleaning. All utility pumps are UL and CSA listed and carry a limited warranty of one year or longer.

Taking Care of Your Little Giant Pump

A Little Giant pump utility pump can offer you many years of trouble free service as long as you take care of it. For instance, if you leave your pump turned off for a number of years, you should expect to perform a little bit of maintenance on it before you put it back into service. So what is the first step in keeping your pump in tiptop running shape?

First, you should visually inspect the pump to check its overall condition. If the pump looks like it is corroded, damaged, or otherwise unsafe, you should have it repaired by a professional. Since you are dealing with electricity, you always need to think about safety.

You should also be wary of using a pump that has not been running for a while, as it may need additional servicing. However, if the pump looks to be in good shape, all you may need to do is lubricate it with oil

After you've inspected the pump and determined that it doesn't need repairs, you should check the owner's manual for instructions on how to lubricate it and what type of oil to use. In most cases, there will be two small yellow plugs on the housing that you can remove. Remove the plugs, fill with oil, replace the plugs tightly, and your pump should be ready to use.

Little Giant Utility Pumps - Tips for Use and Care

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