Water Pump ac hookup

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stanman11

Joined Nov 23, 2010
228
So I just got this water pump from a washing machine maybe.
Its got 2 male end wire connectors. i cut off an old plug and stuck it on there and it works great.
Was wondering if I should put any components besides on off switch?
or just run it straight?
 

williamj

Joined Sep 3, 2009
180
At a minimum I would atleast switch the motor and an appropriately sized fuse would be a good safety feature. Leaky water pump plus electricity don't mix.

williamj
 

GetDeviceInfo

Joined Jun 7, 2009
2,192
are there ANY exposed metalic parts, or is it all plastic? If there is any metal housings, use a 3 prong, grounding plug, with the ground securely fastened to the metal part.
 
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