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This is a special needs either requiring water to be pump to higher levels or increases the amount of water to be pumped. Here are 3 methods for using two pumps together.
Method 1: Pumping Series
Advantages Requires one pump operator Allows pumping to higher elevations
Disadvantages Does not increase the amount of water being pumped
Caution: Do not use a draft hose between the two pumps! Draft hose is used on the pump that is drawing water up from source
Method 2: Pumping Parallel
Parallel Pumping Advantages Requires one pump operator Increases the amount of water pumped
Disadvantages Does not increase the amount of water pressure available
Method 3: Staged Pumping
Staged Pumping Advantages You can pump as high as you want, provided you have enough pumps and pump operators
Disadvantages Requires multiple pump operators Requires a fold-a-tank or other type of water tank
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