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Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH

Item # 24965
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Key Features

  • Non-mercury float switch allows automatic start

  • No power used until pump comes on

  • Open Flow Capacity: 500 GPH (gallons per hour)

  • 4"H x 5"W


Our Price   $64.99

Availability: In Stock

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Product Description
rule The Rule-Mate series of Automated Bilge Pumps features a pump and a non-mercury float switch in a single, compact housing. When the float rises, the pump turns on. There is no on/off cycling and, therefore, no power use until the pump comes on. The pump remains on until the float drops and the pump senses no load against the impeller. Snap-off strainer for easy cleaning. 3/4" hose output.
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Specifications
Model RM500
Open Flow Capacity 500 GPH
Automatic Yes
Amp Draw 1.9 amp
Hose Size 3/4"
Voltage 12V DC
Dimensions 4"H x 5"W

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Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH
 
4.3

(based on 12 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (8)
  • Weather proof (4)
  • Protects well (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Casual/ recreational (3), Recreational (3)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (5)

      Most Liked Positive Review

       

      works well

      make sure that you put the bottom of the old ( being replaced) against the new and drill holes; so that the old screw holes can be used to instal the new product.

      make sure that you put the bottom of the old ( being replaced) against the new and drill holes; so that the old screw holes can be used to instal the new product.

      VS

      Most Liked Negative Review

       

      Does not work

      My buddy is on his second one, neither work in auto mode with the appropriate water level in the bilge and test sink. Works fine in manual mode, simply does not sense water. ...Read complete review

      My buddy is on his second one, neither work in auto mode with the appropriate water level in the bilge and test sink. Works fine in manual mode, simply does not sense water. Kinda scary if installer fails to check. Test switch does not work either.

      Reviewed by 12 customers

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      11/29/2012
       
      4.0

      Very Good

      By Tiki fan

      from Palmdale, CA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to Use
      • Protects Well
      • Visually Pleasing

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

          Only small drawback is that the bilge has to get a good amount of water before this pump activates.

          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          7/3/2012

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Great Automatice Bilge Pump

          By BSRV/Boater

          from AZ

          About Me Advanced

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Easy to Use
          • Used my own swith
          • Weather Proof

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Engine

            Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

            After reading all the reviews I found this automatice pump works as advertised. I did not purchase the switch panel as recommended. I used a lighted led SPST toggle switch. The third lead from the pump I ran to this switch and ran power to the switch and ground wire. I think the problem most folks find difficult is forgetting to run the ground lead. I have under my dash of the boat and area that I setup for grounds. Just run one wire back to the motor. I use a terminal block for all my ground leads. Thinking about doing this for my power leads. Anyway, the auto pump starts and will keep pumping until just about all the water is gone.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            6/19/2012
             
            4.0

            Exactly what they said !

            By Scuba Steve

            from Columbus ga

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy to Use

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Engine

              Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

              Nice product. Works as stated.

              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              7/28/2011
               
              4.0

              Good pump for the money

              By Jim

              from Virginia

              About Me Beginner

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy to Use
              • Protects Well
              • Weather Proof

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

                  Reliable pump.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • Yes

                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                  7/24/2011

                  (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  1.0

                  Does not work

                  By Richard

                  from Lake Anna Virginia

                  About Me Professional

                  Verified Reviewer

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                    Cons

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                        Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

                        My buddy is on his second one, neither work in auto mode with the appropriate water level in the bilge and test sink. Works fine in manual mode, simply does not sense water. Kinda scary if installer fails to check. Test switch does not work either.

                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No

                        (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                        7/11/2011
                         
                        4.0

                        Good idea

                        By Tim

                        from Gloucester, Ma

                        About Me Casual/ Recreational

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                              Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

                              I like the pump/float combo, the less elec. connections, less to fail. My only question is about the float switch, how does it work, how long will it work for?

                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • No

                              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                              8/11/2010
                               
                              5.0

                              Fit perfect was just what i needed

                              By SUPERJIMBO

                              from CapeCod

                              About Me Professional

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Install
                              • Quality Construction

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Small Boats

                                Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

                                direct fit to replace an atwood pump with a sticky float switch

                                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                                3/23/2010
                                 
                                5.0

                                Really good pump at a reasonable price

                                By Boaterguy

                                from Logan Martin Lake, AL

                                About Me Advanced

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Compact Design
                                • Easy Storage
                                • Easy To Use
                                • Safe

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Personal Watercraft

                                  Comments about Rule-Mate Automatic Bilge Pump RM500 - 500 GPH:

                                  This pump is ready to go without an additional float switch. EASY to install!

                                  Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                                    Can this pump be wire to run automatic from the float or manual in addition from my 2 way toggle switch?
                                    Asked on 6/3/2011 by John from Chicago

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                                    Does this come with wiring? or do i hook it directly to battery? i have a switch on my center console but i need about 16 ft of wire to run it to Console
                                    Asked on 7/26/2010 by Anonymous

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                                  • Q:

                                    do i need to purchase a float switch with this item?
                                    Asked on 5/12/2009 by Anonymous

                                    1 answer

                                    • A:

                                      No it's an automatic pump.

                                      Answered on 1/13/2010 by Bob from Buffalo from Hamburg, N.Y.
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