Liberty 283 Cast-Iron Sump / Effluent Pump with Wide-Angle Float — ½ HP
Liberty Pumps 280-Series 1/2 HP Submersible Effluent Septic Pump with Float and 25 ft. Cord
The Liberty 283 combines the rugged design of the 280 series with a factory-installed **wide-angle piggyback float switch** for fully automatic operation. This plugin float design allows you to run pump manually if needed. The 283 shares the same robust build: cast iron uni-body housing, stainless steel hardware, and oil-filled motor.
Key Features & Benefits
- Wide-angle piggyback float switch with automatic activation
- ½ HP motor with 1½ discharge and ¾ solids tolerance
- Uni-body cast iron housing with epoxy powder coat finish
- Quick-connect cord design for simple cord replacement without breaking seals
Specifications
| Model | 283 |
| Horsepower | ½ HP |
| Float Type | Wide-angle piggyback switch |
| Discharge | 1½ FNPT |
| Solids Handling | ¾ |
| Shut-off Head | 37 ft |
| Max Flow | ~62 GPM @ 5 ft head |
| Fluid Temp (Cont.) | 104 °F |
| Intermittent Temp | 140 °F |
Applications
- Automatic sump / effluent systems needing reliable float control
- Residential basements, STEP systems, or wastewater transfer setups
The Liberty 283 offers all the durability of the 280 series, with added convenience of automatic float control — ideal when you want to avoid manual switching.
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Liberty 283 Cast-Iron Sump / Effluent Pump with Wide-Angle Float — ½ HP
Liberty 283 Cast-Iron Sump / Effluent Pump with Wide-Angle Float — ½ HP
Liberty Pumps 280-Series 1/2 HP Submersible Effluent Septic Pump with Float and 25 ft. Cord
The Liberty 283 combines the rugged design of the 280 series with a factory-installed **wide-angle piggyback float switch** for fully automatic operation. This plugin float design allows you to run pump manually if needed. The 283 shares the same robust build: cast iron uni-body housing, stainless steel hardware, and oil-filled motor.
Key Features & Benefits
- Wide-angle piggyback float switch with automatic activation
- ½ HP motor with 1½ discharge and ¾ solids tolerance
- Uni-body cast iron housing with epoxy powder coat finish
- Quick-connect cord design for simple cord replacement without breaking seals
Specifications
| Model | 283 |
| Horsepower | ½ HP |
| Float Type | Wide-angle piggyback switch |
| Discharge | 1½ FNPT |
| Solids Handling | ¾ |
| Shut-off Head | 37 ft |
| Max Flow | ~62 GPM @ 5 ft head |
| Fluid Temp (Cont.) | 104 °F |
| Intermittent Temp | 140 °F |
Applications
- Automatic sump / effluent systems needing reliable float control
- Residential basements, STEP systems, or wastewater transfer setups
The Liberty 283 offers all the durability of the 280 series, with added convenience of automatic float control — ideal when you want to avoid manual switching.
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Liberty Pumps 280-Series 1/2 HP Submersible Effluent Septic Pump with Float and 25 ft. Cord
The Liberty 283 combines the rugged design of the 280 series with a factory-installed **wide-angle piggyback float switch** for fully automatic operation. This plugin float design allows you to run pump manually if needed. The 283 shares the same robust build: cast iron uni-body housing, stainless steel hardware, and oil-filled motor.
Key Features & Benefits
- Wide-angle piggyback float switch with automatic activation
- ½ HP motor with 1½ discharge and ¾ solids tolerance
- Uni-body cast iron housing with epoxy powder coat finish
- Quick-connect cord design for simple cord replacement without breaking seals
Specifications
| Model | 283 |
| Horsepower | ½ HP |
| Float Type | Wide-angle piggyback switch |
| Discharge | 1½ FNPT |
| Solids Handling | ¾ |
| Shut-off Head | 37 ft |
| Max Flow | ~62 GPM @ 5 ft head |
| Fluid Temp (Cont.) | 104 °F |
| Intermittent Temp | 140 °F |
Applications
- Automatic sump / effluent systems needing reliable float control
- Residential basements, STEP systems, or wastewater transfer setups
The Liberty 283 offers all the durability of the 280 series, with added convenience of automatic float control — ideal when you want to avoid manual switching.











