EGO 500 GI Submersible Puddle Pump | Dual Manual & Automatic

The EGO 500 GI is the original submersible puddle pump in the EGO range and remains a great choice for general flood response, basement drainage and any application where the water you're pumping isn't perfectly clean. Built in Italy by Simaco, it offers dual manual and automatic operation through a simple mechanical float, all in a compact body that fits comfortably into narrow sumps and chambers.

Why the GI Handles Debris Other Puddle Pumps Can't

The GI sits on a small set of raised legs, which lifts the suction inlet a few millimetres clear of the floor. That gap is what allows leaves, fine grit and lightly soiled water to be drawn into the pump and passed safely through the 9mm impeller. The flat-base low-suction LS variants in the same range cannot do this, which is why the GI remains the right choice for any application involving debris-laden water.

Dual Control Operation

The mechanical float switch is built into the side of the pump and can be set in either of two positions:

• Automatic mode: the pump starts when water reaches approximately 130mm and stops when the level drops to approximately 70mm. Set and forget.
• Manual mode: the float is bypassed and the pump runs continuously while powered, drawing water down to around 10mm.

If you're unsure whether to choose a manual or automatic pump, the GI gives you both. Switch between modes with a single lever as the situation demands.

Construction and Durability

The GI is built for long service in demanding conditions. The motor casing and shaft are 304 stainless steel, the pump body and impeller are PPS thermoplastic, and the shaft uses a triple hydraulic seal for protection against water ingress. The single-phase 230V motor includes integrated thermal protection with automatic reset, and the open impeller design passes soft solids up to 9mm without clogging.

Applications

• Domestic flood response in basements, cellars and garages
• Drainage of sumps, chambers and pump pits
• Lift shaft drainage
• Hire fleet and contractor use
• Any application involving leaves, grit or lightly soiled water

The EGO 500 GI is designed for domestic and light industrial drainage. It is not recommended for use in ponds, water features or aquaria.

Specifications

• Motor power: 0.47 kW
• Voltage: 230V single-phase, 3-pin domestic plug
• Maximum flow: 170 litres per minute
• Maximum head: 7.5 metres
• Solids passage: 9mm
  
• Outlet: 25mm (1 inch)
• Weight: 3.6 kg
• 1-year warranty

What's in the Box?

• ✅1 x EGO 500 GI Water Pump 
• ✅1 x 10m Heavy duty rubber power cable
• ✅1 x Hose tail

You may wish to add an elbow hose tail, as when pumping across land rather than vertically it can help reduce kinking in the discharge hose. Please note that the elbow is not compatible with a non-return valve, as the NRV requires a male BSP fitting, while elbows are only available with female BSP threads.