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Red Lion Cast Iron Shallow Well Jet Pump with 5.8-Gallon Tank, 1/2 HP, 816 GPH, Model# RL-SWJ50/RL6H

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Red Lion Cast Iron Shallow Well Jet Pump with 5.8-Gallon Tank, 1/2 HP, 816 GPH, Model# RL-SWJ50/RL6H

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Red Lion Cast Iron Shallow Well Jet Pump with 5.8-Gallon Tank, 1/2 HP, 816 GPH, Model# RL-SWJ50/RL6H

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$319.99

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  • Rugged jet pump with cast iron casing delivers up to 816 GPH flow rate with 148ft. max. total head and 25ft. max. suction lift
  • 5.8-gallon low-profile, compact pre-charged horizontal steel air tank with pressure gauge and high grade diaphragm water chamber
  • 30/50 pressure switch
  • Thermoplastic impeller
  • Dependable 1/2 HP motor operates on 115/230 Volts

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Product Summary

This Red Lion® Cast Iron Shallow Well Jet Pump is ideal for pumping in depths 25ft. or less. The compact system size and easy installation make this pump ideal for supplying fresh water to rural homes, farms and cabins.

What's Included

    (1) Shallow well jet pump with tank

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Features + Benefits

  • Rugged jet pump with cast iron casing delivers up to 816 GPH flow rate with 148ft. max. total head and 25ft. max. suction lift
  • 5.8-gallon low-profile, compact pre-charged horizontal steel air tank with pressure gauge and high grade diaphragm water chamber
  • 30/50 pressure switch
  • Thermoplastic impeller
  • Dependable 1/2 HP motor operates on 115/230 Volts
  • 1-1/4in. suction port; 1in. discharge port
  • Pre-assembled for quick, easy installation
  • Compact 22in.L x 14in.W x 22in.H system design is ideal for tight spaces

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

108178

Brand

Red Lion

Manufacturer's Warranty

2 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

38.2 LB

Max. Flow

816 GPH

Port Size

1 in

Volts

115/230
AttributeSpecification

Solar Powered

No

Amps

8.4

Housing Material

Cast-Iron

Max. PSI

64

Horsepower

0.5

Product Weight

38.4000 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

22.0 x 14.0 x 22.0 in

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  1. Could this pump we connected directly to a portable generator?

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    1. The pump could not be plugged directly to a portable generator. It would require proper wiring or a transfer switch.

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  2. 2 questions: can this pump be easily winterized? Can the pump be turned around so the intake and output are on the same side? Thank you

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    1. The RL‑SWJ50 pump can be winterized by removing the priming plug and drain plug to fully gravity‑drain the casing, but the pump body cannot be rotated or reconfigured to place the suction and discharge ports on the same side because both ports are fixed cast‑iron features of the housing.

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  3. What is the pump model number 

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    1. The model number for the pump only is RL-SWJ50.

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  4. can a put a power cord with plug at end on unit

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    1. Yes, you can add a power cord and plug by installing a UL-listed ½″ NPT strain relief in the 7/8″ knockout, wiring per Figure 7 with AWG sized per Table 2 (p. 12) for your pump’s HP, voltage, and run length, complying with NEC/jumper specs, and having a licensed electrician do the work.

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  5. How do you prime the pump

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    1. You will need enough water to fill the suction line and casing. Priming time will depend on the distance from the water source to the pump. The time can range from 5-15 minutes. There are two ways to prime the pump depending if you are using an inline check valve or a foot valve. Instructions on priming the pump can be found on page 12 of the manual.

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  6. What is the number for inner o ring it’s about 5.5” 

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    1. The O-ring is part of the kit #305585002. This would be available through the manufacturer.

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  7. Is tank precharged

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    1. The tank will be pre-charged.

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  8. Can this pump be stored outside or it needs to have a covering ?

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    1. The pump would require a covering.

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  9. Can this pump be also used to run a yard water sprinkler system?

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    1. The shallow well pump could not be used to run a sprinkler system.

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  10. Does this pump have dry run protection?

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    1. The pump does not come with dry run protection. It is recommended to have an electrician install a low pressure cut off switch to shut down the pump prior to critical failure. Running the pump dry will damage the pump and void the manufacturer warranty.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

2 year limited warranty

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