Why do we set the level of the water in the inductor so that we don’t pull air when it drains?

Why do we set the level of the water in the inductor so that we don’t pull air when it drains?

FAQ: Why do I set a minimum water level in the inductor?

The goal of a perfect inductor cycle is to drain the product and the rinse water without ever "sucking air." Maintaining a specific water level at the end of the drain is vital for two reasons:

1. Preventing Pump Airlock

This is the most critical mechanical reason. If the inductor drains too low, a large "gulp" of air enters the suction line. When this air pocket reaches your centrifugal carrier pump, it can cause the pump to airlock.

  • The Result: The pump loses prime and stops moving fluid completely.

  • The Fix: You often have to stop the engine, bleed the air out of the pump housing, and re-prime—wasting valuable time in the middle of a fill.

2. Eliminating Foam

Any time air is introduced into the hose going to your sprayer tank, the possibility of foaming greatly increases. By keeping a solid "plug" of liquid in the line, you ensure the mix remains stable and the sprayer tank doesn't overflow with foam.


How to set the water level

This setting is configured using a dedicated wizard found in the Manual Mode tab.