SHAPE * MERGEFORMAT Does my pump require oil?
No. There is no need for ANY kind of oil. Magnetic Driven Pumps, also known as MAG-drive pumps, have a spinning magnet that floats in mid-‘air’ (water). DIRECT drive pumps are sealed and do contain a lubricant, which is only accessible by the manufacturer, unless you break the pump case… Most pumps today have a thermostat that shuts them down before overheating, preventing a possible leak. This safety mechanism is also part of larger MAG drive pumps. It is VERY important that all pumps are run underwater to prevent shut-downs & start-ups that would lead to a pump failure.
