Learn how to setup your Joolca pump to pump long distances.
The set up
The Joolca pump was designed to push water by 20m (65ft) up a small incline.
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- Setup your Joolca pump within 2m (6.6ft) of the water source.
- Place the inlet hose into the water.
- Attach the 20m (65ft) extension hose into the pump outlet.
- Run the 20m (65ft) extension hose up to your HOTTAP.
Water supply > 2m (6.6ft) hose > pump > 20m (65ft) extension hose > HOTTAP
Set up FAQs
- The Joolca pump is designed to push water, not pull water.
- It can self-prime up to 1.8m (5.9ft) vertically.
- Avoid sharp bends or kinks in the hose, as these can reduce water flow and pressure.
- Keep your battery/power supply well charged, especially when pumping over long distances.
- Joolca hoses are 9mm (3/8") internal diameter. For longer distances, you can use 12mm (1/2") hosing to improve flow.