Questions and Answers for DuraHeat Plastic Siphon Pump for Transferring Kerosene and Other Liquids

A:  This product is manufactured in China

A:  This pump has not been tested to transfer paint but in theory it would work.

A:  I think you need to squeeze the bulb rather rapidly. You should be able to see the gas rise up in the solid tube and then you will be siphoning.

A:  have you tightened the screw cap on the top of the pump?

A:  this is a gravity feed, the receptacle has to be lower than the source of fuel. You may have to cut the straight pipe shorter to fit into your gas can and manually pump the red bulb to get it started. It would be best for you to have a gas can with a spout attachment. Good luck.

A:  I am not 100% sure what you are asking...so I am going to try to simplify it from the start. If this is an over simplification, I apologize if it is offensive you, that isn't my intent. You said the flex hose is lower than your can...I'm not sure what you mean by this...the straight tube should be in the liquid to be moved, and it will come out of the flex hose. Also, the squeeze handle/bulb has a small knob on top that opens and closes the valve that creates or releases the partial vacuum that moves the liquid. This allows air to come into the line, and the liquid to flow back into the original container so it can be emptied. If you haven't already, make sure this knob it closed and tightened all the way down. If it is open, the siphon can't draw a partial vacuum on the hose(s) and the liquid will not move. If the hoses are in the correct containers, and that knob/valve is closed, check to make sure the hoses and squeeze handle/bulb are properly connected...the only other thing I can think of is to raise the source container higher. It is harder to push liquid up hill vertically than it is to push it horizontally or vertically down hill. If all of this is placed correctly and it still won't work, you may have a defective pump. Check the squeeze handle/bulb and the hoses (especially the flex hose) for small cracks or holes. Small openings in the material of those items will also keep it from drawing a partial vacuum and keep the liquid from flowing properly. I hope this helps. If not I am sorry to have wasted your time. Again, I hope this this isn't over simplified to the point of insult. Have a good day, and may God bless you and yours.

A:  The discharge tube is app 21" in length.

A:  I'm guessing about 2 feet

A:  The total pump length is 22". The inlet tube is 16.5"

A:  We can't determine the strength of the water/drain cleaner mix. This could damage the pump. If you decide to try it, we would recommend that you wear gloves and goggles.

A:  It easily transfer fluids from one container to another. It is not designed to transfer sludge.

A:  I don’t see why not.

A:  The toxicity of the drain cleaner may, repeat may, ruin the syphon. However, if you have no other options it may be your most economical choice as the syphon is inexpensive.

A:  I have used them to siphon gas & kerosene. I would say it would work with Drano. When I have a clogged drain I take my shop Vac vacuum cleaner and (block off any vent openings like the overflow opening in a sink) Vacuum the clog out. A clog comes out easier the way it went in, it harder to plunge it on through. Though I have a good wet-or-dry Shop Vacumn also.

A:  Once the siphoning action starts and you have fuel continuously flowing from your fuel container to your heater, you need to either raise the siphon pump from the fuel container or turn the plastic air release valve on top of the orange squeeze pump to disrupt the siphoning action. If you don't, the fuel entering your heater will overflow until the fuel supply container is empty. Hope this helps.

A:  NO YOU MUST KEEP AN EYE ON THE AMOUNT THAT IS IN THE TANK ,,,,,

A:  No. You have to watch it, and just before it is full, you loosen the air cap on top. This lets air in so it no longer siphons.

A:  Turning the cap on the top of the bulb clockwise will allow you to start pumping. When the tank is nearly full if you turn the cap counter clockwise it will slow the transfer of the fuel. Full instructions are included with the pump.

A:  No. It only stops when the tank you are syphoning from is empty. If you squeeze the bulb you can have the tank you are syphoning from at same level or a little lower. It's easier if you place the source tank higher than the heater tank. Once you start the syphon it will work on it's own. When the heater tank is full lift the straight tube out of the source tank to stop the flow.

A:  Idk terrible plastic it broker after one use

A:  My answer is that it's heated plastic so it can with stand if you need to use it with gas when working on cars.

A:  Rigid hard plastic but still flexible enough it won't break when bent for inlet tube and soft very flexible side or exit tube. As to exact type of plastic I couldn't say but wanted to add these details at least.

A:  I would say it is a typical plastic made to resist fuel and other corrosive liquids.

A:  My research says it is polyethylene