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In most situations, the water will not go bad during a short power outage 🙌 It is very rare that a power outage lasts more than three days 😁 However, the caveat to that is if there is a flood as part of the storm that causes the power outage 😉 Floodwater can get into your private well and contaminate the water 😎 A good rule of thumb to follow is to let your tap water run for several minutes after the power comes back on. Make sure the water is clear and doesn’t have any signs of contamination, such as an odourr or discoloration. [1]
Of course, if you are producing your own electrical power from either wind turbines or solar panels, you will be able to operate your well’s pump, even if there is no other source of power available. You would simply need to take the pump out of its power source and reconnect it to your electricity to continue to run. Even in this case, the cost of running a generator might be worth it. However, if you don’t have any electrical power production, you’re back to square one, needing another way to draw the water From your well. Betty Hughes (Fortaleza, Brazil) on March 3, 2021 amended [2]
Nicolas Shoemaker oakvillepump.com Additional information is available. There’s nothing like trying to run a customer’s pump with a generator that won’t start or that doesn’t have enough power for the job. Many of our trucks have Honda portable generators 6500 watt because we depend on them. These units provide both 120 & 240 volt single phase power and have enough power to start and run a 3 HP single phase submersible well pump. If you’re after a reliable, easy starting, minimal maintenance generator to run your house and well pump, this unit is a great option. All models not available houses will need This generator is huge! Continue reading to learn more about the safety precautions and electrical connections that you need when operating a generator. Last modified by Nacole corley, Wenzhou (China) 38 days ago [3]
Based on the article outdoorlife.comYour rural well pump may still be functional in the event of a power cut if your generator is available. But before you start playing electrician during a crisis, there’s something you need to know. Does your well pump run Do you prefer 110 or 220 horsepower? The majority of well pumps, especially the deep ones, run on 220. It is also the power source for clothes dryers and electric ovens. If you have a generator powerful enough to supply 220 power, you’re all set. But here’s the reality check: most portable generators only provide 110 power. So if you don’t have a 110 pump or a 220 generator, you’d better think about your other options. [4]