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Liberty Pumps 253 - 1/3 HP Cast Iron Submersible Sump Pump w/ Piggyback Tether Float
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Features
Liberty Pumps 253 - 1/3 HP Cast Iron Submersible Sump Pump w/ Piggyback Tether Float
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- Automatic Submersible Cast Iron Sump Pump
- A "workhorse" designed for years of reliable operation
- Liberty's UNI-BODY Casting w/ Epoxy Coated Powder Coat Finish
- A solid, one-piece housing that eliminates lower motor seal
- Quick-Disconnect Wide Angle Piggyback Tether Float Switch
- Provides automatic operation in sump pits as small as 14-inches
- Rugged, Energy Efficient & Thermally Protected 1/3 HP Motor
- Hermetically sealed, permanently lubricated design
- High-Temperature, Engineered Polymer Impeller
- Vortex style design for superior solid handling
- High Capacity 1-1/2" Discharge
- Will replace most pumps without any plumbing changes
- Quick-Disconnect 10' Standard Power Cord
- Allows for easy replacement of cord without breaking motor seals
- Non-Corrosive Stainless Steel Fasteners
- Increases the lifespan of the pump even in the harshest sump pits
- 416 Stainless Steel Rotor Shaft
- With permanently lubricated bearings for extended pump life
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
California residents see
Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead which is known to the State of California to cause Developmental Harm.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
253
General Information
Product Category
Sump Pump
Base
Base Material
Cast Iron
Min Sump Basin Size
14 Inch
Motor
Voltage
120 Volt
Running Amps
5.2
Thermal Protection
Yes
Power Cord Length
10 Feet
Oil Free Motor
No
Starting Amps
8
Pump
Housing Material
Cast Iron
Impeller Material
Composite
Solids Handling Size
.5 inch
Float Type
Piggy-Back Tether Switch
GPH @ 0 feet
3000
GPH @ 5 feet
2700
GPH @ 10 feet
2250
GPH @ 15 feet
1560
GPH @ 20 feet
720
Discharge Port Size
1-1/2 Inch
Check Valve Included
No
Float On
10 Inches
Float Off
4 Inches
Manual Override
Yes
Engine
Horsepower
.33 HP
Overview
Product Category
Sump Pump
Weight
24 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Product Length
9.5 Inches
Product Width
6.5 Inches
Product Height
10.7 Inches
UPC
671812002539
Reviews
(21)
Liberty Pumps 253 Reviews & Ratings
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Customer Rating
4.81
(21 Ratings)
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Liberty 253
By Randy A
New York
Purchased 11/20/2024 |
Review Posted 12/12/2024
It was exactly as the one that I replaced and is working great.
Randy A Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Reliable
Liberty 253 Sump Pump
By Greg P
Minnesota
Purchased 06/19/2024 |
Review Posted 08/07/2024
Excellent sump pump, very well made and performs like it is supposed too! Reasonably priced.
Greg P Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, Easy To Store
Cons:
None
Liberty 253 And Zoeller Check Valve
By Ronald K
Ohio
Purchased 04/21/2024 |
Review Posted 06/25/2024
After installing and watching performance of the Liberty 253 sump pump and Zoeller check valve, I feel that I made the right choice. It's as advertised. Quiet and powerful. A key selling point was the video tutorial on Sump Pumps Direct website I watched many times and found their how to instructions very helpful. But above and beyond was the email correspondence I had over several days with employee Billie. She answered all of my questions with great detail giving pro and con advice without getting bored with my sometimes repetitive questions. She had great customer skills . And this was important to me so that I didn't need to return anything.
Ronald K Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again
The One I Had Before
By Billie H.
Panama City, Florida
Purchased 02/12/2018 |
Review Posted 10/08/2021
Brought one of your Pumps Model # 253 on 09/12/2018 and Installed it about 3 months ago. The Piggyback Tether Float went out can the Tether Float be replace. This one not so Good.
Billie H. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Yes, the tether switch can be replaced. Here's the switch for that pump... Liberty Pumps K001001 - 115V Piggyback Variable Level Float Switch w/ 10' Cord
Ken D.
eComfort Product Expert
Rating Breakdown
5/5
4/5
5/5
4/5
Love It And After A Year Still Doing It’s Job
By Edward J.
Waldorf, Maryland
Purchased 11/19/2019 |
Review Posted 08/17/2021
Love it.
Edward J. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Durable, Id Buy It Again
Cons:
None
Great Product
By Matthew L.
Crest Hill, Illinois
Purchased 05/14/2019 |
Review Posted 06/30/2019
Staff was excellent and pump has been working well.
Matthew L. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, High Quality, Fast, Reliable
Study What You Buy Before Placing An Order!
By Charles L.
Wayne, Illinois
Purchased 04/08/2019 |
Review Posted 05/03/2019
I have purchased sump pumps in the past from this company but this time I am disappointed what I received. This sump pump model has a untypical mounting procedure for the signal float that is a royal pain in the ass to set up. You basically need four hands to get this properly set, never seen anything like this and hope I never do again. Read the directions on this before you buy this pump and you’ll see what you are going to go through.
Next, the base of the pump is not open all the way around it’s circumference for the water to come into the pump housing. You now have a small center hole in the base surrounded with several more smaller holes for the water to come in. Gone is where the sides of the pump were open to allow water to enter. I can see this set-up getting clogged and gunked up versus the other style of pumps where the entire base is open. With the old style, you never had to worry about the screened opening getting clogged up, this new model is questionable at best.
I would suggest to stay away from this model and get one where the entire base is open for allowing water into the pump. Also check on how the set-up of the signal float is performed. Right now the pump does work, and it’s quiet. It’s just that I could never recommend this pump with only two things that are acceptable.
Next, the base of the pump is not open all the way around it’s circumference for the water to come into the pump housing. You now have a small center hole in the base surrounded with several more smaller holes for the water to come in. Gone is where the sides of the pump were open to allow water to enter. I can see this set-up getting clogged and gunked up versus the other style of pumps where the entire base is open. With the old style, you never had to worry about the screened opening getting clogged up, this new model is questionable at best.
I would suggest to stay away from this model and get one where the entire base is open for allowing water into the pump. Also check on how the set-up of the signal float is performed. Right now the pump does work, and it’s quiet. It’s just that I could never recommend this pump with only two things that are acceptable.
Charles L. Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
1/5
2/5
4/5
1/5
Pros:
Quiet
Cons:
Expensive, Low Quality, Difficult To Use, Durability
Looks Like A Good Solid Pump
By John M.
Waterloo, Iowa
Purchased 08/10/2018 |
Review Posted 09/28/2018
With all the rain in our area, the Liberty pump has been working overtime. No problems so far.
John M. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
Pros:
Quiet, High Quality, I'd Buy It Again, Made in U.S.A.
Cons:
None so far.
Extremely Quiet
By Keith F.
Clayton, Michigan
Purchased 08/03/2018 |
Review Posted 08/24/2018
This is an excellent American-made pump. It is extremely quiet. I wish I wouldn't have gone with the tether switch as my sump pit isn't quite big enough. I made it work. My poor choice is not the fault of the seller. Quick shipping too!
Keith F. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Durable, High Quality, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Expensive
One Of The Best Pumps I've Ever Owned.......
By Alfred R.
Shickshinny, Pennsylvania
Purchased 03/02/2018 |
Review Posted 03/24/2018
Very happy with the pump...so far.
Alfred R. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Price, I'd Buy It Again
Product Q&A
(1)
Product Questions
Answered by Ken, the eComfort Product Expert
Liberty Pump Customer Service Tech recommended Liberty 253 for our application (Pit is recessed in floor' Pit measures 19" in diameter and 24" deep; Washer drains into utility sink and then into pit; Outlet pipe measure 2" OD). Would 257 be as good or better choice for this application?
Mike S
from Ohio
November 13, 2014
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