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Liberty SJ10 Jet water Powered Sump Pump Back Up Emergency System, ABS Reviews

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The Liberty Jet SJ10 (MPN: SJ10) water-powered backup sump pump delivers municipal water-driven basement flood protection during power outage emergencies and primary pump failures through its engineered venturi-effect ejector technology. This 3.5-pound thermoplastic emergency system operates entirely without electricity or battery charger dependency, utilizing city water pressure ranging from 20 PSI to 100 PSI to evacuate sump water through a fully automatic float-activated valve assembly that protects homeowners when conventional submersible primary sump pump systems lose power. The SJ10 model's factory-assembled ABS construction arrives ready for immediate wall-mount installation above existing discharge piping, providing secondary flood protection that professional plumbers and contractors specify for residential basement waterproofing applications where power outage vulnerability creates water damage risk exposure. Venturi-Effect Hydraulic Operation System & Zero-Electricity Municipal Water Pressure Pumping Technology The Liberty SJ10 backup pump system harnesses municipal water supply pressure through an internal venturi-effect ejector jet mechanism that creates powerful vacuum suction capable of removing 2 gallons of basement sump water for every 1 gallon of city water consumed at 5-foot lift conditions. This hydraulic operation principle eliminates all electrical components, motors, battery systems, and power requirements, allowing the SJ10 to function continuously during extended power outage scenarios when primary submersible sump pumps become inoperative due to electricity loss. The ejector assembly within the SJ10 unit forces municipal water through a precision-engineered nozzle restriction that accelerates water velocity while simultaneously reducing internal chamber pressure, generating the low-pressure vacuum zone that pulls basement water upward through the suction line from the sump pit basin. This physics-based pumping mechanism operates at peak efficiency when supplied with minimum 30 PSI municipal water pressure, though the system accepts inlet pressures ranging from 20 PSI up to the maximum 100 PSI threshold, with pumping performance scaling proportionally to available supply pressure. At 30 PSI minimum operational pressure, the SJ10 delivers approximately 990 gallons per hour at 10-foot head height, escalating to 1,185 gallons per hour maximum flow rate when supplied with optimal municipal water pressure conditions. The pump automatically activates through float switch triggering when rising water levels exceed the primary pump's shut-off elevation, requiring no homeowner intervention or manual switching during emergency flooding conditions. SharkBite Push-Fit Inlet Connection & 3/4-Inch NPT Municipal Water Supply Integration Features The Liberty SJ10 arrives factory-equipped with a pre-installed SharkBite push-type connector at the 3/4-inch NPT threaded inlet, accepting PEX tubing conforming to ASTM F876 and CSA B137.5 standards, copper pipe meeting ASTM B88 specifications, or Copper Tube Size CPVC pipe manufactured to ASTM D2846 and CSA B137.6 certifications. This tool-free connection system eliminates the need for soldering, crimping, or threaded assembly procedures, allowing straightforward integration with existing municipal water supply lines during backup pump installation projects. The SharkBite fitting technology utilizes an internal grab ring mechanism that secures tubing or pipe through push-to-connect insertion, requiring only that installers cut supply lines square with clean edges free of burrs or surface scratches within one inch of the connection point. Proper installation demands pushing the tubing firmly until it contacts the internal tube stop, followed by a firm pull test to verify secure seating without requiring the release collar for disconnection. For installations requiring threaded

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“I recently lost power 3 times in 5 days (Two due to weather and one due to a car hitting a utility pole) so I decided I needed a backup sump pump. I did not want a battery backup pump because of the limited backup window so I decided to go with a city water pressure pump. This pump comes fully assembled and is easy to install for DIYers.Just be warned that this is just the pump only and there will be an additional cost to install. It's cost me an additional $100. I used PEX and SharkBite push to connect fittings which is why the additional cost was so high. You can reduce the cost by using PVC or copper water lines vs. the PEX tubing. You can also solder copper fittings instead of using SharkBite push to connect fittings to bring the cost down. However, if you can afford it I recommend the SharkBite push to connect fittings and PEX tubing since they are super easy to install.The pump evacuates at a rate of 19.8 Gpm @ 60psi which averages 1 gallon of city water to 2 gallons of water pumped. The rate however will be affected by the water pressure. The higher the pressure the faster water can be pumped. The instructions recommend a 3/4" water line to insure there is enough pressure to run the pump. My water lines are 1/2" right from the water meter so that was not possible for me but my water pressure when tested was 75psi and works fine. The pump needs at least 20psi to work and should not exceed 100psi. If your water pressure exceeds the recommendations you will run the risk of leaks which can quickly fill your basement up with water. You will also need to purchase a check valve to prevent water from flowing backwards.Once installed it worked as advertised. It pumped water a little slower than my main electric pump but it still can keep up. I plan to test this every once in a while to make sure it's still working just in case of an emergency. My Grandmother has one at her house that has been working without issue for years. She has a tree in her yard that is always taking out the electric so it is a necessity. Hopefully mine will last a long time as well.Pros:Easy to installComes fully assembledClear easy to follow instruction manualPeace of mindCons:Additional cost to install (This cost is involved with every backup pump on the market)”
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Posted 1 year ago
“So easy to hook up. I suggest u get a slotted sump cover. Most install pics I've seen have no cover installed since the pump sits over the cover it makes it difficult to install on a standard cover. Just did my first test by filling up the basin and wow is this pump quiet I hardly realized it was pumping till I saw it cleared all the water in my basin. Also be sure to install a backflow preventer my local plumbing inspector recommended the watts 9d and it seems to be working great.”
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Posted 1 year ago
“It seems to be well built. I like that it's not submerged. The only reason I didn't rate it a 5 is because it took almost an hour to run one cycle.”
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Posted 1 year ago
“Very happy with this backup pump, does what it claims to do. Keeps your basement from flooding.”
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Posted 1 year ago
“I just finished installing this item - if you install correctly, it will do the job. My house was built on an underground stream so I HAVE to have a sump pump regardless of what the electrical grid is doing because of the groundwater. This pump provides peace of mind when I'm not around. Based on how these pumps are designed, the performance can vary greatly depending on how high you're lifting the water and what your city water pressure is. I'd imagine it doesn't work well in some cases. Luckily for me, I have a good 40-60 PSI and only about 5' of lift. Awesome product.”
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Posted 1 year ago
“First pump was damaged. Replacement works great does what it's intended to do.”
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Posted 1 year ago
“No expensive batteries? Lightweight, durable, and easy to install? No more worrying about a power outage or other failure of my primary pump? One quarter of the price that the local HVAC/plumbing company quoted me? Sign me up! I am a computer guy - not a plumber or builder - but I have done some work with PVC plumbing and found this easy to install. The directions about attaching the water line could have been clearer, but I figured it out and could have fixed any mistakes easily. It's not quite as quiet as the main (electrical) pump, but it's only going to be used in emergencies, so that's not a problem. If you don't have a backup pump, get this one.”
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Posted 1 year ago
“Perfect for sump pit backup system in case of power outage if you have city water pressure.”
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Posted 1 year ago