Why it matters
The WAPC250's iSwitch starts it at 2-1/8 in of water and stops it at 3/4 in, so it won't run dry. Automatic freeze protection helps it stay on the cover through winter.
Wayne rates it at up to 3,000 GPH with a 1-1/4 in drain hose. It comes with a strainer base, a 25 ft cord, a 25 ft pull-to-shore rope, a garden hose adapter and a check valve, and a three-year warranty.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Winter pool covers
- Unattended use
- Larger covers
Look elsewhere if
- Basement sump pits
- Dirty water with debris
- Draining a whole pool fast
Pros and cons
Pros
- Freeze protection
- Won't run dry
- 3-year warranty
Cons
- Price
- Needs 2-1/8 in to start
- Bulky
Limitations to weigh
- On a pool cover, set the pump at the lowest point and keep the strainer clear of leaves.
- Plug it into its own grounded outlet; many makers warn against extension cords.
Specifications
Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.
| Material | Thermoplastic | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (seller) | 11"L x 12.5"W x 11.5"H | Retailer |
| Product weight | 10.6 lb | Retailer |
| Max flow (maker) | 50 GPM | Retailer |
| Max head / lift (maker) | 20 ft | Retailer |
| Voltage | 115 V | Retailer |
| Horsepower | 1/4 HP | Retailer |
| Model number | WAPC250 | Retailer |
| Warranty | 3 Year Manufacturer's Warranty | Retailer |
| Housing | Reinforced Thermoplastic | Retailer |
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Final verdict
The cover pump to leave out all winter.
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