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==Types== | ==Types== | ||
There are generally two types of sump pumps -pedestal and submersible. | There are generally two types of sump pumps -pedestal and submersible. | ||
===Pedestal pump===The pedestal pump's motor is mounted above the sump, where it is more easily serviced, but is also more conspicuous. The pump impeller is driven by a long, vertical extension shaft and the impeller is in a scroll housing in the base of the pump. | ===Pedestal pump=== | ||
The pedestal pump's motor is mounted above the sump, where it is more easily serviced, but is also more conspicuous. The pump impeller is driven by a long, vertical extension shaft and the impeller is in a scroll housing in the base of the pump. | |||
===Submersible pump=== | ===Submersible pump=== | ||
The submersible pump is entirely mounted inside the sump, and is specially sealed to prevent electrical short circuits. | The submersible pump is entirely mounted inside the sump, and is specially sealed to prevent electrical short circuits. | ||