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A: The Reliant provides a dependable supply of on-demand fresh water for livestock, farm, garden, pond and homes not tied to electric-grid power. The rugged Reliant pumps dependably to 400 feet; its simple and efficient motor is located above the wellhead for easy installation and maintenance. The sturdy down-well components are built for long pumping life.
A: Model 102, designed for ranch and farm use and applications needing higher flow rates, pumps more than 3,800 gallons a day to 170 feet. Model 101 pumps 1,500 gallons a day to 400 feet.
A: Most likely, yes. We have excellent success in latitudes as northerly as Casper, WY or Cedar Rapids, IA., often in lower-sun areas. Give us your location, hours of operation, depth and flow requirements, and we will provide you with solar choices and size a system that is right for you.
A. Model 101 can pump to 400 feet at any angle to horizontal; Model 102 pumps to 170 feet.
A: Yes, depending upon location. The high-quality parts withstand extremes in weather.
A: The above-well drive motor, solar panel, all downhole pump components and fittings.
A: The well-casing diameter must be at least 2 inches and can be as much as 10 inches, with larger casings preferred.
A: The Reliant is a serious, high-quality water pump. It is engineered to be the most dependable and durable pump in the market, with long life and low cost of ownership. Among critical components are Reliant’s ½" solid aluminum pump-head plate (not 3/8”), automobile-quality encased roller oil sealed actuator bearings (not slide bearings), patented Delrin® stuffing box and Delrin piston (not PVC plastic). Please compare.
A: Our drivers employ a category-best ¼-hp brushless motor.
A: The Reliant system is built to last. Very little maintenance is needed other than simple lubrication in most environments. Unusually dry, dusty or extreme environments generally require more frequent lubrication. An auto-lube accessory is available. Extreme environments may require occasional above-ground seal replacements.
A: We supply an installation and operations manual to walk you though the process. Installation usually takes two people 1.5 hours with common tools. Most systems come as a complete package. We do not dig the well.
A: All components will be well marked and numbered for logical assembly using the installation and operations guide. You will use your own common tools.
A: Send your inquiries to “Contact Us” on this website or call 800-469-4887.
A: For a range of system accessories, click on “Accessories” on the left side of this page.
A: Solar power is free.
A: Send your inquiries, along with location, well depth, flow needs and any special requirements, to “Contact Us” on this website or call 800-469-4887. PayPal and credit cards accepted.
A: Delivery generally takes two weeks from payment approval. Special requirements may lengthen delivery dates.
A: We stand behind our products with a warranty for 24 months or 2 million pumping strokes.
A: You can find help at www.artisanpumpco.com/troubleshooting. If further assistance is needed, call 800-469-4887.