UPS delivered the pump yesterday about 6:00 PM. The snow storm delayed them because UPS usually delivers around Noon. But we got it.
Into the woods by 9:00 AM to get a tank of water to test the pump after replacement. Took at little while to figure out the electrical connections on the new pump. When the pump starts it should reach 25 PSI within a few seconds, but took longer then expected. Likely because the pump needed to change itself with water first. But all is well. We need sap next to verify that the new feed pump can meet the needs of the high pressure pump.
This pump from Goulds is widely used in the maple industry. It’s propellers are all stainless steel. And parts are replaceable. It was expense at $1042, but should last. It’s the third feed pump for the R/O.
Washed the finishing pan. Brought over two milk cans of water. We plan to bottle tomorrow.
Snow forecast again for tonight and tomorrow with 3″ – 6” possible by Monday morning. 26 overnight. Cloudy all day. Did reach 36, but cold north east wind. Time change tonight: Spring ahead an hour.
Back to the farmhouse by 2:30 PM.