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Anyone faced with the task of draining 8-9 months worth of stagnant water mixed with leaves and other debris from a covered pool will appreciate the value of a good pool cover pump. A pool cover pump is a utility pump specially designed to address the demands of swimming pool maintenance, which include:

-A lightweight, easily moveable design.
-A long power cord.
-A water tight motor allowing the pump to be immersed in liquid if necessary.
-A strainer to filter out large debris.

Pool cover pumps are measured by the number of gallons they can pump per hour (GPH). The higher the GPH, the faster the pump works.

Pump Products offers a variety of Little Giant pool cover pumps at the best prices on the web.

We also have an extensive selection of utility pumps and transfer pumps by Little Giant and other leading manufacturers including Liberty, Zoeller and Meyers suitable for pool maintenance.

There are several factors to consider when selecting a utility pump for pool cover drainage:

-Lightweight, waterproof design for easy transport and safe immersion in water.
-A long power cord that will span the distance from your power source to your drainage site.
-Strainer apparatus to keep large debris out of the pump.
-Automatic shut-off so that the pump doesn’t have to be supervised and won’t run dry –a danger leading to burn-out.
-Energy efficiency. The more efficient the design the less the unit will cost you in the long run.

The following tips will enhance the operation and maximize the life of your pump whether you choose a pool cover pump, a utility pump or a transfer pump:

-Make sure all connections are air tight.
-Do not coil or kink discharge hoses.
-Do not run the pump dry.
-Clean and flush your pump after each use. Chemical residue can corrode the inside of your pump.

No matter what the job, Pump Products has a premium selection of models to fit your budget and your needs.

For detailed specs, manuals and reviews of the pool cover, utility and transfer pumps we stock and ship nationally, visit our product pages at www.pumpproducts.com or call us for details: 1-800-429-0800.