WayneRPP50 Cast Iron Sewage Pump with Piggy Back Tether Float Switch, Black

Had to replace a 22-year old completely dead [Barnes] pump, servicing only one basement bathroom; check valve probably not working for last 10-years. Obviously this was/is a messy job (likely the reason for the common recommendation to replace every 10 years or so - BEFORE it completely dies).Once the old pump & parts were out of the way, the new install of this Wayne pump was very easy. Installed along with a "Campbell Mfg Llc 2" Quietsewage Check Valve", which is a very good piece of equipment by the way, much better than a rubber-flapper-style.With everything installed and plugged-in an initial test run went great. I am satisfied with this product and expect it to last a long time, as a solid iron pump should (when used correctly - stick to waste only and stay away from anything that could block the impeller or get stuck in the check valve).DIY'er PUMP NOTES -- You need a 2" threaded adapter to attach the pump to whatever length of 2" PVC required.-- Also consider buying some extra length of tube and a coupling adapter or two... just in case. This is not a stop-in-the-middle-of-it job!- Make certain the float switch can do its job freely, with plenty of room away from any obstacle.- If using the Check Valve referenced above, be sure to measure a few times; dry fit. There is very little room for error vs rubber/metal couplings, since the use of PVC cement is required (i.e. no chance for adjustment after 10 seconds).- Having a WetVac nearby is a good idea too, even if only replacing a check valve (if it is working there is quite a bit of water above it..).- Ensure proper pump / float switch operation, prior to caulking and bolting everything down

I bought this item to put in a sewage basin in the basement of my home. After installing, it works perfectly!I have an unfinished basement that I will be finishing soon. It was already plumbed for a bathroom with a shower and the furnace room drains into the sewage basin as well. I wanted to make sure that basin was taken care of by a working sewage pump before installing the bathroom or finishing the basement to run into problems later with overflow or anything else.I cannot speak to the longevity of the product as I have only had it installed for a week. However upon installing I filled and drained the entire basin and the pump was very quiet. I could hardly hear it. I know some people say it's loud but that was not the case in my experience. The only time it was loud was when I operated the pump without the float switch and it had drained all of the water and was just spinning without any water to eject (for only a couple seconds, before I shut it off). It has a rise of about 8' with 2 45 degree bends to reach the main drain line. I opted for the 45 degree elbows to make it just a little bit easier on the pump (as water always seeks the easiest route and a 45 degree turn is easier than a 90 degree turn.) I also have a "Campbell Mfg Llc 2" Quietsewage Chk Valve B-0823-20C" installed with it that works great to prevent the backflow. When in operation , it doesn't seem to stress at all with my setup.Overall a great pump, I will update this review after a while of operation, especially if any problems arise, but I am not expecting any problems.

I purchased this at the end of Winter and had planned to install it as a winter project but just today finally got it installed and of course it didn't run. I checked the outlet with a power outlet tester and it worked fine. I then plugged in the outlet tester into the water level shutoff switch float and it worked perfectly fine. I then plugged the pump back into the float connector and nothing. I tried plugging it directly into the outlet and nothing. I wiggled the connector where it plugs in and it started running for a second and cut off again. I wiggled it around again and it started for a second and then it was like a firecracker in my hand. It made a huge spark and left black burned all over my hand and burned a black blister into my pointer finger where I was holding onto the connector.Beware. This is a safety issue and I expect to have it rectified by the company or I will be posting more negative reviews.I contacted them and the lady I dealt with Sarah was super nice and helpful and she did end up getting me a new pump sent out. This time I plugged it in before starting and it ran fine so I unplugged it after a few seconds of operation and seeing that the switch worked to cut power and I installed it. Once I dropped it into the tub and connected everything I plugged it in while holding the lid up to make sure everything was working as it should and to make sure the switch bulb would not bind up on anything. It ran for 15-20 seconds and then a huge pop and flash of light came out of the basin and it was dead. The outlet gfi popped and the fuse box gfi popped. I reset the fuse box gfi and tried resetting the outlet gfi and it tripped immediately over and over. I then unplugged the pump from the wall and thefgi reset fine. I then plugged in a carpet cleaner to test the outlet and it worked fine. I then plugged in my outlet tester and it tested properly and fine.2 pumps failed as soon as they were submerged. On top of this when I unplugged the pump after the big flash it shocked me when I tried to separate the 2 cords from one another in an attempt to verify if it was the pump or the float that was the failure.