Pumping stations are used to organize the water supply of a private house or cottage. Leo equipment is highly efficient and reliable. According to reviews, Leo pumping stations provide an uninterrupted supply of water for drinking needs and maintain optimal pressure in the system.
The principle of operation and device design
Leo pumping stations consist of the following structural units:
- pump - submersible or surface;
- accumulator (storage tank);
- pressure switch;
- pressure gauge;
- connecting fittings.
A suction pipe is connected to the unit, equipped with a non-return valve and a strainer for the collection of large particles contained in water. A trunk is connected to the outlet of the device. It transports the water extracted from the source to the points of its consumption.
The presence of the pumping station as part of the water supply system ensures the stable operation of household appliances and plumbing fixtures in the house. It is able to maintain the minimum required pressure of 1.5 atmospheres.
The equipment includes a control unit that starts the pressure gauge and relay. The first device is designed to control pressure. The relay controls the operation of the pump. It has two springs. One of them closes the circuit during a critical decrease in pressure in the system when the minimum allowable amount of water is in the battery. Another spring opens it, which leads to a shutdown of the pump.
Lineup and Specifications
There are many models of Leo pumping stations with various operational characteristics. The most popular of them are:
- LEO XKSm-80-1A. Power 750 W, tank capacity 2 l.
- LEO XKJ-801PA. Productivity 60 l / min, water column height 40 m.
- LEO НССН 1104. Power 1100 W, tank volume 18 l.
- LEO XKSm-60-1A. Productivity 40 l / min, tank volume 2 l.
On the market you can find Leo pumping stations with power from 125 to 1500 watts. They are equipped with hydraulic accumulators 2-49 liters. The performance of the devices ranges from 40-103 l / min. They can be used at a water column height of 35-60 m.
Criterias of choice
When buying a device, you need to decide: you need a model with a built-in or remote ejector. The last units are capable of extracting water from a depth reaching a value of 40 m.
With a built-in ejector, the device can be used with a source at a level of 7-10 m from the surface.
When choosing pay attention to performance. If the device will be used for summer cottages, models with a value of 600-800 l / h are enough.
If a pumping station is bought for a private house, its capacity should be at least 2500 l / h.
Features of operation and maintenance
For the equipment to function without interruptions for a long time, periodic maintenance is required. It involves monitoring the pump cycles at least once a month. If any deviations from normal operating schedules are detected, a deeper diagnosis is required with subsequent repair.
According to the instructions for Leo devices, it is recommended to remove the pump and clean it every 3 months. If rust is detected on the body, all defective areas are cleaned and treated with special protective mixtures.
Advantages and disadvantages
In accordance with the reviews about LEO devices, you can highlight the following equipment advantages:
- Efficiency. It copes with the supply of drinking water to consumers, provides reliable and safe operation of devices.
- Universality. Units can be used for plumbing systems of any purpose and type.
- Low cost. Prices for domestic brand products are significantly lower than imported analogues.
Leo's equipment is considered a good solution for domestic needs, but it can not be used on an industrial scale.
Owner reviews
Valery, 51 years old. I bought a 800 W Leo pumping station for a country house. I am completely satisfied with the choice, since the device has been working without failures for the second year. I recommend the manufacturer to all my friends.
Roman, 37 years old. I have been using the LEO device for three years without any problems. The unit is easy to maintain, not subject to corrosion. Pleased with the presence of protection against dry running of the pump and low power consumption.
Vladimir, 44 years old. Long chose a pumping station for a private house and settled on LEO products. These devices are not only powerful, but also reliable. For me, the presence of a thermal protection sensor, protection against dry running, which prevent breakage at the most inopportune moment, was important.
