How Does a Sun Pump Work

The pump is equipped with valves that sense escalating water levels or pressure. When the water gets too high, sump pumps automatically pump excess water out of the basement and away from your property using a discharge line. This line, called an effluent, connects the sump pump to a designated drainage area.

How is a sump pump supposed to work?

The pump is equipped with valves that sense escalating water levels or pressure. When the water gets too high, sump pumps automatically pump excess water out of the basement and away from your property using a discharge line. This line, called an effluent, connects the sump pump to a designated drainage area.

How does a sump pump turn on?

  1. A pressure sensor, which sends a signal to your pump when the water pressure in your sump pit exceeds a specific level.
  2. A float activator arm with an attached buoyant ball, which floats on the surface of the water. Once the water level reaches a certain height, your sump pump turns on.
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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