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The pump does not pump water from the bottle. Mechanical pump for water: types, care, repair

Evgeny Sedov

When hands grow from the right place, life is more fun :)

Mar 31 2017

Content

For convenient bottling of bottled liquid into bottles of different volumes, it is convenient to use a special water pump, which has several design modifications and prevails in free sale. Prices are different, but in many cases such a device becomes simply indispensable. More often, a pump is needed for bottles of 19 liters, especially convenient for storing water. What is this spare part, how to use it correctly in practice?

What is a water pump

Structurally, this is a removable device that is conveniently attached to the neck of the bottle and is necessary for quickly pumping out the liquid. In this way, you can significantly simplify the process of filling any dishes with liquid. The bottle pump allows you to pump water in portions - with each press, which is especially important when using coolers. In fact, this is a water pump that facilitates the work of a person, but at the same time requires high-quality care and maintenance in sterile cleanliness when not needed.

Pump device

You can choose such a design from a photo from a catalog on thematic sites, order and buy in an online store, but you first need to find out how it works and on what principle the model you like is arranged, what are the main pros and cons of such an acquisition, read the instructions. So, the water pump device provides for the following structural elements:

  • pump pump (self-priming mechanism);
  • two nozzles - one suction, the second supply;
  • rotating drum;
  • air filter;
  • batteries (in electric water pumps);
  • cigarette lighter socket;
  • adapter;
  • carrying handle (not on all pumps).

A pump for bottled water may differ in design or in the mechanism of action. For example, electric models that use mains voltage and minimize physical labor are noticeably popular. However, a manual water pump is also well known, which has been successfully operating for more than a decade with the help of human efforts. The latter design is inexpensive, but its functions are noticeably limited.

Electric water pump

It is an economical design that is simple and convenient to use for drinking water. An electric water pump is inexpensive, and the final price depends on the design features and the manufacturer's rating. The electric pump is battery operated and can pump up to 300 gallons of 19 liters. Such a pump for a cooler is especially relevant, which works quickly without interruption with uninterrupted power supply. Below are the most popular models approved by modern buyers. This is:

  • model name - Aqua Work;
  • price - 1750 rubles;
  • characteristics - lilac color, standard size, lack of a carrying handle, two-year warranty, power supply parameters - 220V / 12V;
  • pluses - small dimensions, ease of use, ease of transportation;
  • cons - not suitable for a 5 liter bottle.

Here is another equally popular bottled water pump that can be ordered online or bought at a specialized store:

  • model name - Aqua Work Dolphin Eco (blue);
  • price - 550 rubles;
  • characteristics - compatible with bottles with a capacity of 19 and 12 liters, a year warranty from the date of purchase, operating voltage from the mains - 220 V;
  • pluses - the absence of extraneous sounds, the portable pump can be carried and taken on trips, the affordable cost of the goods;
  • cons - not suitable for non-standard bottle sizes.

Being interested in how much a pump costs, it is advisable to pay attention to another design that is also relevant in the market of goods and services:

  • model name - HotFrost A10;
  • price - 1,800 rubles;
  • characteristics - bottle volume - 18.9 l, water supply by a submersible pump, the presence of a switch to spill water;
  • pluses - light and compact, easy to use;
  • cons - high price.

Mechanical water pump

This is a conventional hand pump, which requires some effort to fill the eggplant. The mechanical pump pumps liquid out of the bottle in portions, however, this requires a slight pressure of the hand. Even a child can cope with such a task, and the indicated design is suitable for volumes of 5-10 liters. Below are a few mechanical pumps that have "running" characteristics. This is:

  • model name - Dolphin;
  • price - 1,800 rubles;
  • characteristics - mechanical work Dolphin, capacity - 5-10 liters;
  • pluses - light and easy to transport, available in use;
  • cons - high price.

Here is another practical water pump for every day, which even a small child can handle:

  • name - AEL;
  • price - 1250 rubles;
  • characteristics - 19 liter bottles, hand pump, mechanical design;
  • pluses - light and mobile, simple for everyday use;
  • cons - high price.

Continuing to study pumps, below is another mechanical design for pumping water:

  • name - Vatten No. 2;
  • price - 750 rubles;
  • characteristics - mechanical model, classic design, universal in properties;
  • pluses - light and comfortable for everyday use;
  • cons - none.

How to choose a water pump

  1. Volume of liquid. If we are talking about large portions, it is better to use an electric model, which is economical to operate and runs on two batteries. Mechanical pumps are suitable for coolers and household needs when a person needs to perform a couple of movements.
  2. Manufacturer. You should not get hung up on imported products, domestic-made pumps are also very popular, they are highly efficient and reliable. For example, the companies Aquaphor, Akvik have proven themselves well.
  3. Price. This issue is decided purely individually, but in order for the pump to last a long time, it is better not to save on such an acquisition. But the mechanical model can be taken cheaper, anyway, there is nothing to break in the design.

Unfortunately, even the most reliable pump equipment capable of failing. Among the violations in the work there are serious breakdowns and banal wear of rubbing parts or seals. Correction of the simplest problems on the shoulder home master, but you must admit, even elementary repair operations need to be known how to carry out correctly.

We are happy to help you master the difficult work of a repairman. household appliances. In the article brought to your attention, all are described in detail. characteristic species breakdowns of pumping units. Effective methods for eliminating failures in the operation of water supply installations are given.

Wanting to make repairs pumping station with our own hands, we will find answers to all questions that arise in such cases. Helpful information backed up step by step photo instructions, diagrams and videos.

With the help of a pumping station, you can solve several problems related to water supply:

  • organize the automatic flow of water from the source to the plumbing system of the house;
  • adjust the water pressure in the water supply, bringing it to an acceptable level;
  • protect plumbing system from water hammer;
  • to create some reserve of water in case of problems with water supply.

When troubleshooting a pumping station, it must be remembered that for almost all models of surface pumps, dry-running is categorically not recommended. Before turning on the pump to check its operation, make sure that it is filled with water. If this is not the case, the device must be filled through a special filling hole.

“Dry running”, i.e. work without water, idling, is very dangerous for almost all models of surface pumps. Parts wear out a lot, the motor winding may burn out

#1: Pump is running, no water is flowing

If the pump turns on and you can see (hear) that it is working, but no water enters the tank, you should figure out exactly where this water goes. The first thing to check is . If it got bad, the water just poured back out. If there is water in the intake hose, then the check valve is not to blame for anything, you need to look for another reason.

If the hose is empty, it should be removed and the check valve inspected. It may happen that the pumping station does not pump water at all due to a simple clogging of the valve holes. It is enough to rinse the device so that it starts working correctly again.

Sometimes you need to replace the spring or the entire valve. Of course, after replacing a part or repairing, you should check the operation of individual components of the pumping station, and only then perform final assembly and start up the device.

The check valve is necessary for the normal operation of the pumping station. If its holes are clogged, you just need to disassemble the device and rinse it

If there is water in the intake hose, you need to check all joints and pipes between the pump and the tank for leaks. Perhaps the water simply flows out through a crack or hole. A damaged pipe must be replaced, and a leaky connection must be cleaned, sealed and sealed again.

If the threaded connections of the pumping station become leaky and leak, they must be cleaned and resealed with suitable materials.

There is a third reason why water does not go to the hydraulic tank: the low debit of the water source. This happens if, for some reason, water does not enter the water intake part of the well or well.

This happens, for example, as a result of silting or sanding. Or the pump for the source is chosen incorrectly, it pumps out water too quickly, its reserves do not have time to recover.

How to choose, install and connect for a water intake development is described in the article, which we recommend that you read.

The pump will most likely need to be replaced, there are special models for low flow sources. To increase the flow rate of the well, it makes sense to pump it, i.e. wash away accumulated dirt. To flush the well, a separate pump should be used, and not the one that is equipped with a pumping station.

As an urgent measure, it is sometimes advised to take water from a greater depth, but this recommendation should be used with caution. If the source is sandy, the water intake is too deep or submersible pump can lead to contamination of the pumping equipment and its serious damage.

Another one possible reason through which the pump stopped pumping water - impeller wear. In this case, it will rotate idly. You will have to remove the pump, disassemble it, rinse it, replace the impeller, and possibly the pump housing. Sometimes it's easier to put in a new pump.

If the above “diagnoses” are not confirmed, it makes sense to simply check the voltage in the electrical network. If it is too low, the pump will turn on, but will not be able to supply water. It remains to establish a normal power supply so that the pumping equipment functions again in the desired mode.

#2: The device turns on but does not work

This happens with pumps that have not been used for a long time (for example, in winter period). Since the clearance between the impeller and the housing is small, these elements, while stationary, can simply “stick” to each other.

When turned on, the pump will hum properly, but the impeller will remain stationary. In such a situation, the device should be turned off immediately.

The gap between the impellers (impeller) of the pump must be small. If the wheels are worn out, the gap will increase and the performance of the device will decrease, so it is better to replace the wheels with new ones.

To cope with this problem is not difficult, just turn the impeller a couple of times with your hands. If after turning on the pump operation resumed, then the obstacle has been removed.

Of course, before starting operation, a pump that has not been working for some time will not hurt to flush. Sometimes the impeller has nothing to do with it, the capacitor just failed. The damaged item must be replaced.

A burnt condenser is a common cause of breakdowns in a pumping station. It is not difficult to replace it with a new element with suitable characteristics.

#3: The pumping station is jerky

This behavior of technology is most often typical for situations where there are problems with pressure inside the hydraulic tank. First of all, you need to check the behavior of the pressure gauge. If the pump turns off when water enters, as expected, but soon there is a sharp drop internal pressure, problems should be looked for inside.

Most likely, the membrane in the accumulator has torn. It is easy to verify this: if you open the nipple located on the “air” side of the container, water will flow from it, not air.

The hydraulic tank should be dismantled, carefully disassembled, the damaged membrane removed and replaced with a new one, exactly the same. Trying to somehow repair a damaged liner is usually useless, it will quickly deteriorate again.

The sequence of work on replacing the hydraulic tank membrane is shown in the photo selection:

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Motor pump does not pump

(too old post to reply)

2008-05-15 01:33:35 UTC





water,
hose with water ... but the instructions say that the type of this pump
self-filling (what this means is not clear) ... it is also written that it is necessary






hose at the time of starting the engine, and did not flow back into the basement ... in short


Valentin Davydov

2008-05-15 06:38:57 UTC

Date: Thu, 15 May 2008 01:33:35 +0000 (UTC)
Maybe someone has experience with motor pumps ..., there is a SA 45 TL motor pump
OLEO-Mac, with a power of 2.5 kW, it is necessary to pump out water from a basement 5 m deep,
suction height 7.5 m, hole diameter 50.8 mm, motor running, pump not
shakes, like I do everything according to the instructions, open the top cap, pour it in
water,

Completely, I hope?

I start the engine, I wait four minutes, it doesn’t pump, it’s written that I need to fill it up
water hose...

but the instructions say that the type of this pump
self-filling (what this means is not clear) ...

Inside the snail there is a channel (s) that pour water from the exit back to the entrance,
plus one or another way of separating air.

it is also written that
fill the pipe with water ... but HOW, when the hose is connected to the pump or it needs
disconnect and fill (hose 6 m, heavy, with thick rubber, so as not to
collapsed and filled with three buckets of water is difficult to connect to the pump), but also
in either case, when you fill the hose with water, the water simply does not drain
remaining in the hose, a non-return valve was not supplied with the pump, yes I
I think it’s hard to find a check valve for such a pipe diameter so that the water stays in
hose at the time of starting the engine, and did not flow back into the basement ...

Reverse
valve? Then pour the hose on the surface, check that the pump is pumping, and
then again fill the hose and lower it into the basement, trying not to draw water into it
air.

shorter
frustrated at the prospect of manual scooping, pump not working, his
lack of knowledge on this subject...


for air suction.

Shaft. Dove.

2008-05-15 08:18:43 UTC

does not pump, like I do everything according to the instructions, I open the top cap,
I fill it with water

VD> Completely, I hope?
Yes, I pour until the water starts to overflow ...

I start the engine, I wait four minutes, it doesn’t pump, it’s written that I need to fill it up
water hose...

VD> Napsano also that 100 seconds is enough.

VD> In the inlet filter (intake) at the end of the hose, isn't there
VD>
VD>
VD> draw air into it.



water?
because from the surface of the earth to the water mirror two meters, this is what I need
lower the ladder, go down to the basement, standing chest-deep in cold water, clamp
hand hole so that water does not pour in, and the second must fill this
suction hose through the outlet?

VD> The instructions say (in bold, by the way) to check the seals
VD> for air leaks.




Valentin Davydov

2008-05-15 10:43:55 UTC

Date: Thu, 15 May 2008 08:18:43 +0000 (UTC)
VD> Napsano also that 100 seconds is enough.
Has the pump deteriorated if it worked without water for 5-10 minutes?

And God knows what kind of stuffing box she has on the shaft. In theory, it shouldn't.

VD> In the inlet filter (intake) at the end of the hose, isn't there
VD> check valve? Then pour the hose on the surface, check that the pump
VD> pumps, and then pour the hose again and lower it into the basement, trying not to
VD> draw air into it.
yes, when the hose is full and pumps from the barrel, the problem is how to lower the hard
a thick hose into the throat of the basement (one and a half by one and a half) without pouring out the poured
water?



VD> The instructions say (in bold, by the way) to check the seals
VD> for air leaks.
Yes, I checked ... all the hoses are tightened with clamps

Please answer, otherwise you will probably have to buy a wetsuit and climb into
cold water and lie down with your chest on the embrasure, that is, to plug the pipe with something,
while the other will fill it with water ....

Cheaper to buy a submersible electric pump, in my opinion. If there is nearby
electricity, of course.

Shaft. Dove.

2008-05-16 00:55:32 UTC

VD> For example, lower the middle with a loop, and then the end, plugging the output
VD> pump nozzle so that air is not sucked through it.

no, it won’t work, you first have to lower the end of the hose into the basement, and then
pushing the pump, lower the hose, I’ll go on the weekend, put on swamp boots and
I’ll go down, the main thing is to be able to fill this hose through the outlet,
so that the snail passes the water further to the suction hose ....

VD> And the plastic pipes are not cracked, do they sit well in their seals?
no it didn't crack

VD> Cheaper to buy a submersible electric pump, in my opinion. If nearby
VD> there is electricity, of course.

Well, electricity is not safe in a humid environment, and not in this area either
there is no light in the water, it fills it in the spring (10 cubic meters), you scoop it up until August and
watering ... and now I would like to raise water into the tank ....

2008-05-15 04:19:40 UTC

Hello S_Stepanov!

[kus]
SS> scooping, not working pump, its lack of knowledge on this
SS> question...
I have no experience with motor pumps, there is a small one with "electro". Theses:
1. There is a 2" check valve in nature, and inexpensively.
2. Check the tightness of the fastening of that hose to the pump inlet and the absence of holes in
hose above the water level, whether there is air leakage.
3. Did she work before or right away?

Till!

2008-05-26 01:47:24 UTC

So I experimented ... a motor pump pumps from barrel to barrel .. I even had to
lower the pump closer to the water surface, i.e. make an extension in a narrow (1.5 X
1.5) throat of the basement and lower the twenty-kilogram pump by two meters, also
pumps when the hose is completely in the water, the question remains, since the pump is necessary
use very often, then how to fill the hose with water from the water mirror to
pumps (2 m), something like a check valve

2008-05-26 03:37:42 UTC

Hello S_Stepanov!

SS> 20 kg pump, also pumps when the hose is completely in the water,
SS> the question remains since the pomp should be used very often, then how
SS> fill the hose with water from the water mirror to the pump (2 m), something like
SS> check valve

The main thing is that the water is in the pump body itself. For this, it is traditional
an additional tank of 10-20 liters is made with a tap. When starting the pump, the faucet
opens, water goes to the impeller, the impeller starts to suck. How to process
went - the water begins to pour back through the tap. Waiting for the tank to fill up
close the faucet until next time.

2008-05-26 08:08:12 UTC

MKP> The main thing is that the water was in the pump body itself. For this
MKP> traditionally an additional tank of 10-20 liters is made with a tap. At
MKP> when the pump is started, the tap opens, water goes to the impeller, the impeller
MKP> starts to suck. How the process went - water begins to pour through the tap
MKP> back. We are waiting for the tank to fill and close the tap until the next
MKP> times.
--- 1---| 1 - Plug filling the pump, a little further away is the outgoing
pipe branch
| <-- впускной патрубок, но он закрыт резиновой прокладкой, чтоб
| water did not leave the pump housing
________|

So where should I pour water from the barrel into the outgoing pipe or into the hole for
filling the pump, and what will happen after the pump housing is filled, the water in
the hose does not get in due to the rubber gasket, which only works on the inlet,
and the air layer in the hose remains ... it turns out, after filling the body
water from the barrel, and whether the air layer disappears after the pressure
will equalize and the engine will start to work ..?

2008-05-26 08:56:58 UTC

Hello S_Stepanov!

SS> I also thought about lowering the hose from the outgoing pipe back
SS> to the basement to pressurize the suction hose...something
SS> slips about the ejector, but it's not clear what's what....

Chingachgook is a big bastard. Makc K Petrov

2008-05-27 02:48:17 UTC

MKP> Not help, because. perpetual motion is impossible :)





In short, I realized that before buying a pump, you need to be interested not only






neither at firefighters, nor at pumping stations ... there are also specialists, some textbooks,

2008-05-27 08:58:35 UTC

SS> a check valve in the form of a rubber round will not withstand such pressure (even
SS> backwater from the bottom of the water will not help), but a more powerful check valve on springs will not
SS> the pump will pump ... There is one caveat, do such situations not occur

I'm embarrassed to ask - have you ever seen a check valve? What you
you call it a "powerful check valve on springs"? The beauty of a check valve
just in the fact that in the direction of the flow of water it creates resistance
close to zero, and in the opposite direction - close to infinity.

--
Best regards, Alex Bakhtin, CCIE #8439
AMT Group, Cisco Systems Gold Partner, http://www.amt.ru

Valentin Davydov

2008-05-27 09:30:54 UTC

Date: Tue, 27 May 2008 02:48:17 +0000 (UTC)
MKP> Not help, because. perpetual motion is impossible :)
This is not a perpetual motion machine, because work is still being done
engine ... it just slipped on the internet to increase the pressure in
suction hose, they make an ejector, but they don’t explain what’s what and what it is
the beast and the principle of its work is also not clear ...

In short, I realized that before buying a pump, you need to be interested

And you bought it too? I once thought that she was free for you
got. Because if I were you, I would buy something with 25mm
nozzles for a three to four times less amount, and a transparent inlet hose,
to see where it sucks.

Not only
height of water rise, power, but also what is the maximum air bubble
allowed in the suction hose .... because if with a diameter of 50 mm and a height of 7
meters, it turns out you need 100 liters of water to fill this hose,
check valve in the form of a rubber round will not withstand such pressure (even
water support from below will not help), but a more powerful check valve on springs will not
the pump will pump ... There is one caveat, do such situations not occur
not at fire departments, not at pumping stations...

Meet. And there these problems are solved by appropriate measures. Starting
from the starting barrel, connected by cranes to the inlet and outlet, and ending
(at large pumping stations) with a specially adapted vacuum
pump for drawing air from the inlet pipe.

there are specialists, some textbooks,
but on the Internet, you can even find a pump device figs ... one spam and porn ...

http://www.google.com/search?q=self-priming+pumps, the first link.

P.S. Here's where it's written briefly and sensibly:
http://www.elektroagregat.ru/vibiraem/pump/1.html

The pump for bottled water allows you to safely use the container large capacity. For example, it is not possible to lift a bottle with a capacity of 19 liters and easily pour the liquid in it.

Using a small container is often not very convenient, and poorly effective. Therefore, special compact pumps are designed specifically to facilitate the use of large capacity bottles.

Application area

Purified water without chlorine impurities is the conscious choice of most users. That is why bottled water diverges with steadily increasing popularity, and in containers of large volumes, for example, with a capacity of 19 liters. Convenience of pouring is provided by a pump for pumping out bottled water.

electric pump

These are very compact devices that are installed at the top of the container. There are two types of them:

  • Mechanical;
  • Electric.

Such pumps are used in various fields: at home, at work, at construction sites, in office premises, in a word, everywhere where people are regularly located. The name of the pump was solely due to its intended purpose - pumping water from bottles.

Design features and principle of operation

difference mechanical type devices from the electrical version is the need to constantly apply pressure on the button that drives the pumping mechanism. Electric models run on batteries or mains power and further simplify the operation of already not too complex devices.

The principle of operation of such devices is extremely simple: after pressing the button, air is supplied into the container, which displaces a certain amount of liquid. A water pump for pumping bottled water delivers liquid in portions, which may well be enough to fill a kettle, glass and other containers, depending on how long the user held the button in the working position.

Choice principle

Considering that such devices are constantly in contact with drinking water, then first of all, the quality of workmanship is taken into account, in particular, the properties of plastic (namely, these pumps are usually made from this material). It is equally important to choose a model with a performance level and parameters that will correspond to a certain container capacity.

Watch the video, selection criteria:

Different versions of the pumps are equipped with a water intake tube of various lengths, which also allows you to drain bottles of certain capacities and depths without leaving a residual amount of liquid at the bottom, as often happens with an improperly selected pump.

An additional bonus is the wide range of colors of such devices. If a pump is selected for operation in living conditions, then it is quite possible to choose the execution of a suitable shade for a certain interior.

Popular models from different manufacturers

Sail pump model

You can buy a pump for pumping bottled water from a container of different capacity for quite affordable price. For example, the Sail pump costs about 600 rubles. This type of device is designed to work with containers with a capacity of 11 and 19 liters, made in a mechanical version.

It is distinguished by high quality, which is noticeable in work: it does not creak, does not require much effort, and is easily installed on the neck of the bottle. A distinctive feature of this design is the button, Bottom part which is made in the form of corrugations, but with thick enough walls to withstand heavy loads.

Pump BIORAYWA 3185

An alternative option is the BIORAYWA 3185 pump, designed for containers with a neck diameter of 5.5 cm. This is the main advantage of this model, which expands the scope of the device.

The set also includes a brush for cleaning the product, which simplifies its care. This performance is somewhat more expensive - 900 rubles.

Another model is HotFrost A5 for pumping liquid from containers of 11, 13 and 19 liters. But in addition to this, it is possible to use this device in relation to bottles of 5, 6, 8, 10 liters. For this, a special adapter is included in the kit. Another convenient feature is the presence of an additional section that can be connected to the nose of the device, thereby increasing the overall length of this element by several centimeters.

As you can see, most of the models are mechanical. This is entirely justified for a number of reasons. Firstly, if it is chosen for bottled water, then its price is always very democratic. Secondly, the operation of such options does not require connection to the network or to autonomous power supplies (batteries), although you will have to work hard to get water from containers such as bottles with a capacity of 19 liters.

Operation and care

Model HotFrost A5

To reduce the intensity of penetration of dust and other contaminants into the case, it is recommended to close the spout cover (if provided by the design). This will keep the quality of bottled water at a high level.

To avoid damage and contamination of the spout, do not touch it with the water container. After a long period of inactivity, the device must be washed, after disassembling it into its components.

This is done with extreme caution, since most of the structural elements are made of plastic. But in addition to rare downtime, the device needs regular cleaning, regardless of how intensively it was used. The sequence of actions in this case is as follows:

  • The pump is carefully disassembled into components.
  • All structural elements should be thoroughly rinsed, again, without much effort. It is not recommended to use aggressive detergents enough clean water.
  • In the presence of strong pollution, you can leave the pump in hot water (temperature not higher than 60 degrees) for a short period of time - no more than 15 minutes.
  • It is necessary to dry all the details of the mechanism, after which you can assemble the device in the reverse order.

For ease of use, some manufacturers equip the pump with a special cleaning element - a brush. Thanks to this, it becomes possible to more efficiently and quickly cope with the cleaning process.

Thus, the task of using large-capacity containers can be facilitated by a rather simple device in design - a pump that is installed on the neck of the bottle. When choosing, you should take into account the volume of the container, as well as the diameter of its neck. Some versions of such devices are equipped with adapters, through which it is possible to use one pump for large and small bottles. The cost of the mechanical type of devices is noticeably lower than the electric ones, and the advantage of the latter is not very noticeable in operation.

From this article you will learn:

  • What are the features of a mechanical bottled water pump
  • How to choose a mechanical water pump
  • How to care for a mechanical water pump
  • Why is an electric mechanical water pump better than a mechanical one?

A mechanical water pump is designed to simplify the pouring of water into various containers or to make it more convenient to supply liquid from a well. Today, the market is widely represented by the most different models mechanical water pumps. Everyone will be able to choose for themselves the most suitable model a device that is so necessary in everyday life, taking into account the budget allocated for the purchase. This article will talk about a mechanical water pump in more detail.

The principle of operation of a mechanical pump for bottled water

A mechanical water pump is a device that is installed on the neck of a bottle and helps to quickly and conveniently pour liquid out of it. If necessary, the pump can be easily removed. The use of a mechanical pump will allow you to fill any container easily and simply, pumping water out of the bottle with light pressure in a dosed manner. This design is especially convenient when using coolers. From a mechanical point of view, the pump is an easy-to-handle water pump that must be carefully maintained and stored under sterile conditions when not in use.

You can buy a mechanical water pump on specialized sites by choosing one of the models in catalogs, as well as in online stores. It is important to keep in mind that before making a purchase, you need to collect as much information as possible about the modification you like, namely: find out the principle of operation, design features, what are the advantages and disadvantages of the device, it is advisable to read the instruction manual.

Differences between pump models may lie in design features or in the principle of operation. The most in demand today are pump electric models that require minimal physical effort and operate from the mains. But also simple manual mechanical water pumps for long years presence in the market have earned the love of consumers. Such models have a small set of functions and require the application of physical effort to obtain a result. At the same time, the undoubted advantage of such devices is their reasonable price.

The design of a mechanical water pump consists of:

  1. pump pump (self-priming mechanism);
  2. two nozzles (suction and supply);
  3. rotating drum;
  4. air filter;
  5. batteries (in electric pumps);
  6. cigarette lighter socket (in electric models);
  7. adapter;
  8. carrying handles (not available on all models).

Advantages of a mechanical water pump:

Top 3 running models of mechanical water pumps

To date, a mechanical water pump is one of the most popular devices designed to simplify the bottling of water from bottles. Among the most popular modifications are the following:

This is the most simple model without a hard case. Such a pump is installed in the hole of the plug, which can not be removed. Water is supplied through a collection pipe. It is advisable to install bottles with similar mechanical water pumps in the country, at home, in offices, in educational and healthcare institutions, and in enterprises. For the production of such models, high-quality food-grade plastic is used, which does not have additives hazardous to health and does not exude unpleasant odors.


This mechanical water pump is equipped with a handle for transporting the bottle. The pump is installed on the neck of the container by means of a retaining ring. Water is supplied through a telescopic tube. It is optimal for use both at home and in various social institutions and enterprises.

The mechanical water pump of this modification is installed on the tank with a swivel nut. Water is also supplied through a telescopic tube. Suitable for use at home, cottages, offices, healthcare facilities and enterprises. Such pumps are made of high quality food grade plastic that does not contain additives hazardous to health and bad smell. The manufacturer gives a 2-year warranty on its pumps, as it is confident in their highest quality.

How to choose and care for a mechanical bottled water pump

When deciding to purchase a mechanical bottled water pump for use in your home or office, it is important to take a closer look at the list of models on the market, which will allow you to find the most suitable option in terms of value for money. We also recommend that you go to the specialized forums and read the reviews of other buyers about these devices. It would be useful to apply for background information to a specialist in filters and pumps.


When choosing a mechanical pump that will constantly interact with drinking liquid, first of all, you need to pay attention to the quality of the device and, especially, the material of manufacture. It is also worth taking care that the selected model has the right amount of performance and the corresponding parameters for your capacity.

Different models of mechanical pumps have water supply pipes of different lengths, which ensures the use of the device for bottles that differ in volume and depth. A properly selected mechanical pump will allow you to empty the bottle without residue.


On the market, mechanical pumps for bottled water are presented in various color solutions, which can be considered a nice addition to all the advantages of this device. Thus, everyone gets the opportunity to choose a pump that will harmoniously fit into the interior of the room where it is planned to operate it.

In some modifications, it is possible to close the spout cover, which will help to avoid the penetration of dirt and dust inside, and therefore prevent water damage.

If you have not used a mechanical water pump for a long time, then before resuming operation, you need to disassemble the device and thoroughly rinse every part. Care manipulations must be carried out very carefully, since most of the parts are quite fragile, made of plastic.

However, the pump must be flushed even if it is in continuous operation. It is recommended to do this according to the following algorithm:

  1. carefully disassemble the pump into parts;
  2. rinse each part well, remembering that you should not squeeze the elements too much. For washing, it is better to use ordinary water, without resorting to cleaning products;
  3. to eliminate serious contamination, place the pump in hot water(temperature not more than 60 °) for a while (no longer than 15 minutes);
  4. dry the washed structural elements;
  5. assemble the device in reverse order.

Some manufacturers make it easier for their customers to take care of their pumps by selling a special cleaning brush with the device, which allows you to clean the mechanism much faster and better.

Repair of a mechanical pump for bottled water

There are a huge number of pump models: manual, electric, mechanical pumps for water in capacities of 19 liters and 5 liters. In the event of a pump failure, repair will not cause difficulties. To do this, it is enough to understand how it works.

The mechanical pump for water is tightly fixed on the neck of the bottle. By pressing the button with the help of a plastic corrugation, you accumulate air in the container. Gradually, the pressure increases, and the water begins to go up the tubes.


The pump stopped pumping fluid - what to do?

This malfunction can have only one reason: a leak.

How and where to find the problem?

  • First you need to disassemble the device into parts (see the picture above).
  • Examine each element in search of defects that have arisen. Corrugation is especially worth studying, since ordinary polyethylene is usually used for its production.
  • Make sure that all valve petals are in order, since they are responsible for the safety of air in the bottle when the corrugations are straightened after pressing the button.

If the corrugation is found to be damaged, it must be replaced. However, if the hole is small, then it can be sealed with adhesive tape or a plastic adhesive substance. It is recommended to carry out these operations from the inside so that air pressure does not reduce all your work to zero.

In the event that the valve has been torn off, it should be installed in place. This usually happens due to excessively strong and abrupt pressing of the button.

If all of the above manipulations did not help fix the breakdown, you should see if the pump itself is correctly installed on the neck and if the sealing ring is in place. It is important that the pump fits close to the neck, preventing the slightest air leakage.

There are situations when improper removal of the pump (without loosening the clamp) leads to a breakdown rubber seal. This error is immediately noticeable. If you pull the edge of the seal and it will easily give you a meeting, you need to return it to its place and fix it in accordance with the features of the modification. To do this is quite simple: you need to disassemble the holder and install the seal in place.

What is the difference between an electric water pump and a mechanical water pump?

All types of pumps, both mechanical and electric, operate on the principle of a pump. The key difference between the models is that some are powered by hands, while others are powered by mains electricity or batteries.

Device and principle of operation

In order to put into action electric pump for water, two batteries are enough, which are enough to empty 70 bottles. The pump can be started by pressing a button. Having received the desired portion of water, you should once again press the start button to turn off the device. Moreover, the water supply will stop immediately, not a single drop will be spilled in vain.

Some customers do not want to spend money on coolers, plastic or ceramic dispensers, but still need automatic filling, in this case electric pump fits perfectly. An electric pump will satisfy all needs, and the costs will be associated only with the purchase of new batteries.

An electric water pump makes it easy and simple to pour water from a large container. Moreover, this process does not require the slightest effort from a person.

Using an electric water pump, a person can only:

  1. go to the bottle;
  2. lightly press the button;
  3. drink water poured into a glass.

A small minus of the device can only be called the need to periodically change the batteries. However, one pair lasts for a long time, so replacing batteries will not burden you.

Some models are mains powered and do not require batteries. However, the placement of such pumps is limited by proximity to outlets. Moreover, if there are power outages, you will not be able to use the pump to pump water out of the bottle.
Based on this, the best option we can name such water pumps that can work both from the mains and from batteries, and are also equipped with a mechanical pump.

Which water pump is better to choose

Which water pump to buy is up to you. Any of these models is able to meet your needs in full. However, before making a purchase, check the quality of the device. This is important, since the cheapest models can become unusable literally on the very first day of operation. Also, when choosing a pump for water, consider the parameters of the bottle on which you are going to install it. Thus, you can buy a device with a suitable length of the fluid intake tube.

Where to buy a mechanical or electric water pump


The Ecocenter company supplies coolers, pumps and related equipment to Russia for bottling water from bottles of various sizes. All equipment is supplied under the trademark "ECOCENTER".

We provide the best ratio of price and quality of equipment, as well as offer our partners excellent service and flexible terms cooperation.

You can be convinced of the attractiveness of collaboration by comparing our prices with the cost of similar equipment from other suppliers.

All our equipment complies with the standards established in Russia and has quality certificates. We deliver dispensers to customers, as well as all the spare parts and accessories they need in the shortest possible time.