Can I add a Simple Pump motor later to the hand pump?

Yes, you can add a motor to your existing Simple Pump hand pump system at any time.

How Motor Conversion Works

The Simple Pump is designed with future motor capability in mind. Adding a motor does not require changing your pump head - instead, you replace the hand lever arm with the motor-driven pumping mechanism.

What Changes

• Removed: The manual lever arm (handle) is removed from the pump head
• Added: The Linear Bearing Link Drive (LBLD) motor assembly attaches to the same pump head

What Stays the Same

• Your existing pump head remains in place
• All downhole components (cylinder, drop pipe, rods) stay installed
• The well cap and mounting remain unchanged

Conversion Process

1. Remove the lever arm from your pump head
2. Attach the LBLD motor assembly to the pump head
3. Connect power (12V or 24V DC)
4. Your pump is now motorized

The conversion typically takes 30-45 minutes.

Maintaining Manual Backup

One of the key benefits: you can convert back to manual operation at any time by removing the motor and reinstalling the lever arm. This provides true redundancy for emergency situations.

Motor Options

• 12V DC Motor: Works with single battery systems
• 24V DC Motor: Higher lift capacity, works with two batteries in series

Important Considerations

Motor-driven systems have lower maximum lift capacity than manual operation:

• Manual: Up to 325 feet static water level
• 24V Motor: Up to 225 feet static water level
• 12V Motor: Up to 200 feet static water level

If your well depth is near these limits, contact us to discuss your specific situation.

Ready to Add a Motor?

Contact us for a motor upgrade quote. We'll confirm compatibility with your existing system.

Request a Quote: Get Motor Quote

Technical Support: 877-492-8711 ext. 6