Apprentice Training, mechanical & systems

Submersible Sump Basin & Dual Check Discharge

18x22 in poly basin, 1/2 HP pump, 1-1/2 in PVC, quiet check & ball valve

Time: 1 h 50 min
People: One
Level

Before you start

Clear 2.5 × 1.5 m of floor and lay out the parts.
11 parts and 10 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a spanners and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level.
Check valve arrows must point upwards with flow to prevent continuous water hammer cycling.
Plug sump pump into a dedicated GFCI-protected simplex receptacle; never use extension cords.

Apprentice Training & Risk NoticeEducational training demonstration only. Risk: Real-world structural lumber sizing, spans, and fastener schedules carry legal liability and must comply with local building codes (IRC/IBC/OSHA) and certified engineering.

Apprentice Training, mechanical & systems

Submersible Sump Basin & Dual Check Discharge

18x22 in poly basin, 1/2 HP pump, 1-1/2 in PVC, quiet check & ball valve

Time: 1 h 50 min
People: One
Level

Before you start

Clear 2.5 × 1.5 m of floor and lay out the parts.
11 parts and 10 fasteners in 5 steps.
You'll want a screwdrivers and a spanners and a tape measure and a drill and a spirit level.
Check valve arrows must point upwards with flow to prevent continuous water hammer cycling.
Plug sump pump into a dedicated GFCI-protected simplex receptacle; never use extension cords.