Manifolds

[kkenevan]

I'm going to be running a separate Cor15 pump for my manifold and wondering if at the end of the manifold I should return it into my sump. I am not sure if I should just dial the pump back so it's not causing a ton of back pressure on the pump or let it run the access back in to the sump. Thanks

 

[TheHarold]

No, do not plumb the manifold into the pumps intake..... where would new water come in?!?!? Not sure I am understanding this question.

 

[kkenevan]

No, do not plumb the manifold into the pumps intake..... where would new water come in?!?!? Not sure I am understanding this question.

I'm talking about feeding the manifold with its own pump but at the end of the manifold should I just cap it off or let it be plumbed back into the sump. I guess my concern is will the pump burn out prematurely since my equipment obviously won't be using as much water as it's being supplied

 

[kkenevan]

I'm talking about feeding the manifold with its own pump but at the end of the manifold should I just cap it off or let it be plumbed back into the sump. I guess my concern is will the pump burn out prematurely since my equipment obviously won't be using as much water as it's being supplied

Sorry I just saw my typo I'll fix it my bad. Sump not pump.

 

[TheHarold]

Sorry I just saw my typo I'll fix it my bad. Sump not pump.

That makes more sense. I was so confused haha

 

[kkenevan]

That makes more sense. I was so confused haha

So do you think I should just cap the end or run what's not used into my sump. I'm just concerned what's not used will cause alot of backpressure

 

[DCR]

Unless you want the additional flow through the sump, just cap it. Otherwise you are just wasting energy. I cannot imagine your flow would be low enough to damage the pump (you would see this in heat on the pump). If you want the option, put a gate valve on the end so you can adjust or block the flow.

 

[theMeat]

Some would argue that it doesn’t matter. I would argue that a restricted with a valve pump will run hotter.
Always a good idea to run a hose to sump. Maybe need added circulation in sump, I do. Could always keep it closed, partially open, whatever

Also a good idea to run a loop off return pump. Then tee off loop for needs. Doesn’t have to be big. Could do a “manifold”/pipe type with pump feed on both sides. Better than a straight pipe because pressure is more even. Then control each line with valve as usual.

 

[KStatefan]

Isn't the COR 15 pump controllable? Cap the end and turn down the control.