Why wont my condensate pump shut off?

Check the Float All condensate pumps have a float, which is located at the top of the pump. This small piece can sometimes become stuck and cause the pump to shut off. If the float is stuck, simply tap on it until it can move freely again. If you notice the float is cracked or damaged, you will need to replace it.

How high can a condensate pump pump?

You can run the 3/8″ pvc tubing from the pump all the way to anywhere on your property where you can conveniently get rid of the water. A run of 150 feet is no problem, provided that no point in the tubing run is more than sixteen feet higher than the pump.

How do you unclog a condensate pump?

Cleaning a Condensate Pump in 8 Steps

Inspect the condensate pump for water.
Turn the power off at the source.
Disconnect the PVC tubing connected to the reservoir.
Remove the condensate pump and place it in a suitable work area.
Rinse the reservoir.
Remove any clogs.
Reconnect the drain lines.

How long can a condensate pump run?

How long does a little giant condensate pump last?

Going through condensate pumps every 2-3 years.

What happens if your condensate pump fails?

What Happens If a Condensate Pump Fails? The biggest indicator of an issue with your condensate pump is that your air conditioner won’t turn on. The AC shuts off to prevent the pump’s water reservoir from overflowing. If your condensate pump is malfunctioning, it may need to be repaired, cleaned or replaced.

How to troubleshoot a Little Giant vcma-15uls?

Check float switches and inlet/discharge tubing if the unit does not turn on and off automatically or does not pump condensate. Make sure sufficient condensate from the coils of the air conditioner or furnace is reaching the tank to activate the float switch. Always On.

How big is the holding tank on a VCMA 15uls?

It replaces original equipment pumps in most systems or serves as an enhancement for units requiring manual draining of condensate. The VCMA-15ULS features a 1/2-gallon ABS holding tank and a 1/6-horsepower 115-volt AC electric pump. Two 3/8-inch barbed inlet and discharge connectors accommodate plastic tubing or garden hose.

What kind of sump pump does little giant make?

Little Giant manufactures the Big John line of submersible sump pumps for residential applications. The pumps have similar design and vary only according to the horsepower rating of the pump motor. The Big John RFS series incorporates a tethered remote float switch to automatically turn the pump on and off as water enters the sump basin.

Can a VCMA 15uls be used in a basement?

Two 3/8-inch barbed inlet and discharge connectors accommodate plastic tubing or garden hose. In basement installations, the unit is sufficiently powerful to pump water vertically to reach ground-level drain plumbing and drains. The VCMA-15ULS pumps hot condensate from furnaces up to 120 degrees Fahrenheit.