Choose the best pump in your JoJo tank

Installing a JoJo tank to harvest rainwater or as back-up storage to municipal water provide is step one in water storage for most owners. But once the tank is in place and connected, selecting the best pump could be a challenge.
Luckily, JoJo has a variety of pump options to choose from. Before making your decide, ask yourself these questions:
QUESTION 1:
Where is the JoJo installation in your property, and is noise an element to consider? If your tanks are near a bedroom window and the pump is related to a bathroom, you don’t want a noisy pump that will wake you up in the midst of the night if a family member makes use of the loo! The identical applies if your tanks are on the property’s borders – indignant WhatsApps from neighbours should not be part of your water storage journey.
JoJo’s Variable Speed Drive pumps provide constant water strain and boast noise ranges under 60dB. To put this into perspective: 60dB is the sound a traditional air conditioner makes when it’s working. With a Centrifugal Pump, it is possible for you to to maneuver larger volumes of water, however these pumps typically have noise ranges between 60 and 74dB.
Use this helpful guide when deciding on your JoJo pump:
Did you know?
JoJo’s Variable Speed Drive (VSD) pumps are best for homes with solar power.
QUESTION 2:
What is the pump’s main purpose? If pressure gauge หน้าปัด 4 นิ้ว will be pushing water to your dishwasher or washer, then the smallest pump will do. But in case your JoJo tanks are connected to your showers and bathrooms, and an irrigation system on your backyard, a stronger pump is necessary – once more, keep in mind to consider noise ranges if you install an even bigger pump. If needed, select a unique place for your JoJo installation so noise doesn’t become a problem.
This diagram exhibits which pump will finest suit your needs. To make the right selection, count the number of bogs the booster pump will have to service, and if connected to your irrigation system, rely the variety of impression sprinklers, pop-ups or misting sprinklers that require a gradual push of water.
TOP TIPS
Installation of a booster pump is easy, because of a JoJo Pump-to-Tank Connector Kit. Be sure to add one to your basket.
A JoJo Pump Cover is essential to guard your pump from the elements; one dimension matches all JoJo pumps so bear this in thoughts when planning your set up, particularly if you don’t want the pump cover to be visible.
Submersible pumps are a wonderful option when noise is a factor to contemplate. These pumps are put in inside the tank, which suggests the water serves as a ‘silencer’ – JoJo shall be launching a model new range inside the subsequent few months.
Get an electrician to install an outside plug level where the tank shall be positioned.
For more DIY guidelines and product information, visit jojo.co.za
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