Duplex booster pump systems
are designed to lead, lag,
and alternate every 24
hours of run time.
This ensures even wear
between each pump.
In the event one pump
cannot maintain the pressure,
the second pump will
turn on to assist.
Operational risks in a pressure
boosting system.
Poor control of the boosting
operation can damage pumps
and cause pipes to leak.
Over time, this can result
in excessive water consumption
, spiralling costs, and
even indoor flooding.
A booster pump is a device that increases
low water pressure and flow.
It provides the extra boost needed
to bring your water pressure to the
desired level.
A water booster pump provides
pressure to move water from a
storage tank or throughout a
whole house or
commercial facility.
A booster system should not run continuously,
particularly if there is no demand for water.
Once the pump has satisfied
the system pressure,
a minimum run timer is actuated,
and the pump will run for
a preset time.
The run cycle is usually
five to seven minutes.
Without elaborating on specific
applications:
A 'pressure' pump generally
operates with the inlet under
'neutral' or negative pressure,
while a 'booster' pump, typically,
operates with 'supercharged' inlet.
That is to say, it increases positive
pressure provided by another pump
or by gravity.
If you think your booster pump
switches off too quickly,
it means that the switch-
off pressure has been set too low.
The problem can be solved by
increasing the pressure.
If you think your booster
pump switches on too quickly,
it means that the switch
-on pressure has been set too high.