Little Giant's uniquely designed automatic pool cover pump is ideal for removing water from all types of pool coversThis pump series activates in approximately 5.1cm of water and deactivates in approximately 3.8cm of water.The pump comes equipped with a low energy consumption, permanent-split capacitor (PSC) motor. The motor is mounted in a sealed, stainless steel housing and cooled by the flow of the pumping fluid over the motor housing. The APCP-1700 series has a wide base design for needed stability. Features: Activates in Approximately 5.1cm of Water. 1.9cm MNPT Garden Hose Adaptor. Convenient Intergrated Handle for Portability. Unique Design for Needed Stability. Mechanical Float for Dependability. Specifications: Flow 1700 GPH m 2.5cm FNPT Disgharge. Cord Length m Shut Off 0. Voltage 115. Hertz 60. Amps 2.2. Watts 270.