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Unread 06/05/2012, 01:52 PM   #1
Waggs
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ATO Location Suggestions

Ok, I'm ready to set up my ATO system. I took a photo of my sump where the return pump is located. The water level is with the pump's ball valve fully open so I have complete flow operating now and the water level is stable in the sump. I'm just looking for suggestions as to where I should set the minimum water level be. Thanks in advance.


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Tank info: Size = 100 gallons, 48" long, 18" wide and 24" deep.
Sump Info: 20 gallon long converted with baffles installed. EMI 3100 return pump with a
head pressure of about 960 GPH
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Unread 06/05/2012, 02:53 PM   #2
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Just set your low level to make sure you never run your return pump dry. Try just right above the pump and it should work just fine. I would run it maybe a couple inches above the pump.

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