Rope Pump Final Vs4

Final Report
Evaluation at EWTI of Rope pumps of different pump producers
Project for Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Livelihood Improvement

through Dissemination of Rope Pumps for Drinking Water (WAS-RoPSS)
Ministry of Water, Irrigation and Energy / Japan International Cooperation Agency
Date
Version
Organisation
Advisors
: May 2014
: Version 30-5-2013
: MetaMeta
: H. Holtslag, T.Tefera
Table of Content
1. Background and introduction ................................................................................ 1
2. Objective, scope of work and process .................................................................. 4
3. Activities/results.................................................................................................... 5
4. Conclusions and recommendations ..................................................................... 7
4.1 General recommendations on technical aspects ...................................... 8
4.2 Specific recommendations on technical aspects ...................................... 8
4.3 Pump models .............................................................................................. 12
4.5 Specific recommendation on non technical aspects .............................. 15
References ............................................................................................................... 16
Annex 1: Bills of Quantities Current and Improved Model ........................................ 17
Annex 2: Torque test Rope pumps Butajera for different pumps .............................. 19
Annex 3: Table of materials, pump structures and pump cost .................................. 21
Annex 4: Water quality rest Rope pumps in Yetebone Kebele ................................. 22
Annex 5: Rope pump drawing model 1 ..................................................................... 23
Annex 6: Picture report ............................................................................................. 25
Annex 7: Terms of Reference and Scope of Services .............................................. 51
Annex 8: Sheets of 3 sessions of Rope pump Monitoring ........................................ 54
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Acronyms and abbreviations

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EWTI
IDE
JICA
MoWIE
RP
SNNPR
:Ethiopian Water Technology Institute

:International Development Enterprises
:Japan International Cooperation Agency
:Ministry of Water Irrigation and Energy
:Rope Pumps
:Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples Region
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1.
Background and introduction
This report discusses the final results of the field testing of different Rope pump models in
Ethiopia in order to contribute to improvements and the future promotion of Rope pump in
Ethiopia.
The Rope pump is an ancient technology that, with new materials and designs, now is a very
effective and low cost pump option for water supply and irrigation that is used by families and
small communities. It can be produced with locally available materials in local metal
workshops. Compared to other low cost hand pumps, the Rope pump has a high pump
capacity and can pump from wells of 1 to 35 meter deep. It can be produced in any country
and is very simple to install (no black box). If properly produced, installed and maintained,
over 90% of the installed pumps may be expected to remain functional, even many years
after installation. Because of the before mentioned features, the Rope pump has a high
potential for Self-supply. An example is Nicaragua, where over 70,000 Rope pumps were
installed primarily for Self-supply. Two reasons for its success in this country were (a)
technical improvements that made the pump more effective and attractive and (b) the private
sector that took interest in production and sales. The pump became a commercial product so
there was a profit based sustainability. In Nicaragua the shift from imported piston pumps to
locally produced Rope pumps decreased the cost for rural water points by 60%. Close to
20% of the pumps are used for communal wells and 80% for Self-supply (domestic use,
cattle watering, small scale irrigation). Due to these pumps, the total accumulated income at
family level in the last twelve years was 100 Million US$. This is explained by the fact that
families who have a pump on their well earn an average 220 US$ more per year than
families using a rope and a bucket. Using a Rope pump saves time, results in less health
related cost (water is cleaner since it is not re-contaminated by the bucket) and can provide
water for income generating activities such as livestock keeping or garden irrigation.
The Rope pump was introduced in 2004 in Ethiopia by the Japan International Cooperation
Agency (JICA). The model first introduced was an A frame model as used in Tanzania and
Zambia, which in turn was based on the models from Nicaragua. Lateron also other
organizations, including Selam and IDE, worked with Rope pumps and gave trainings to
Rope pump producers. According to the results of an inventory done in 2012, there were
than 5,639 Rope pumps with hand dug wells systems for drinking water supply in Ethiopia
(out of a total of 92,588 drinking water systems). The majority of these Rope pumps are in
Amhara (3,699),and Oromia (1,036).
Currently, the overall estimate is that over 10,000 Rope pumps are installed, including
pumps primarily used for irrigation. Over the years manufacturers and organizations have
made several adjustments to the original Rope model. At the same time, different models of
well covers and well heads have been developed and tested by different manufacturers and
organisations. Similarly, different aprons and methods to drain water away from the well have
been installed.
The promotion and improvements of the Rope pump is supported by the Ministry of Water,
Irrigation and Energy and JICA. There is a high interest in the Rope pump with the Regional
Government of SNNPR currently procuring 10,000 Rope pumps for drinking water supply.
The Ministry of Agriculture is considering an even larger number of pumps to be obtained for
household use and irrigation.
However based on the assessments done by JICA and other investigations, it appears that
an estimated 33% to 50% of the Rope pumps in Ethiopia are not functioning 1. Common
problems concern technical problems in the pump parts, faulty installation and low quality of
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JICA (2013). Report on Rope pump users survey in three regions. Powerpoint presentation.
aprons and seals causing water to leak back in the well resulting in recontamination of the
well water.
In 2013 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Federal Democratic Republic of
Ethiopia launched the technical cooperation project entitled, The Project for Rural Water
Supply, Sanitation and Livelihood Improvement through Dissemination of Rope pumps
(RPs) for Drinking Water and Self-supply 2 (hereinafter referred to as the Project). The
Project is aiming to increase water supply coverage by disseminating RPs for Self-supply.
One output in the project is the development of specifications of RPs for drinking water and
installation technologies which can lead to standardization at the national level. As
experience elsewhere has shown it is crucial to have quality RP models that satisfy users
needs. JICA contracted MetaMeta to test and study improvements of details in design,
materials / spare parts availability and users affordability. Testing and field work was
undertaken by Henk Holtslag and Teshome Tefera between August 2013 and June 2014.
Part of the activities was executed at the EWTI (Ethiopian Water Technology Institute).
All activities were done in cooperation with the project team of JICA.
Main activities were:
1. Collection of data at national and international level.
2. Production and installation of improved Rope pump plus 2 lower cost models.
These were produced and installed at the EWTI.
3. Production and installation of 12 Rope pumps in the field and testing in the field
4. Meetings with staff of JICA, Rope pump producers and MoWIE to evaluate
current problems and discuss proposals for improvements.
5. Suggestions for improvement on technical and non technical aspects of
current Rope pump models.
6. Presentation and installation of 2 lower cost Rope pump models that are fit for
Self-supply.
The general conclusions are:
1. There is a need for improvement on technical aspects of the Rope pumps.
In particular pump details, materials, apron, well slab, soak pit and installation. In all
cases water leaking back into the well needs to be avoided;
2. There is a need for quality control and training of producers, installers, pump
operators and users.
3. There is a need to further development of a commercial supply chain. Market
distortion needs to be avoided.
4. There is a need for cost reduction by modifying existing models and adding new
models. With these new models, cost reduction is possible.
5. There is a high potential for a fast scale up of rural water supply with new low
cost pump models and improved quality of pumps and well head.
The report first discusses the scope of work (chapter 2). The activities undertaken and the
main results are given in chapter 3 with details of the field test and investigation particularly
elaborated in the annexes 1-4 and 8 to this report. Chapter 4 summarizes the main
recommendations with the annex 5 giving the technical drawings of the final improved model.
Annex 6 has the pictures of the different models and further illustrates several of the finding
and recommendations.
Also abbreviated as (WAS-RoPSS)
Improved Rope pump model installed in Butajera
2.
Objective and scope of work
The objective of the study was to design several quality Rope pump models including well
head, well cover, apron and soak pit that would be suitable and affordable to disseminate
nation-wide in Ethiopia. The scope of work to achieve the objective was as follows:
1. Collection of information on international experiences of RPs and experiences of
locally produced RPs by collecting models of 5 different pump producers including
producers trained by JICA. Manufacturers included Selam Addis, Selam Hawassa,
Amio, Betru /JICA
2. Analysis of information that was collected with a RP user survey, conducted by the
Project in May 2013.
3. Based on the above, production of improved pump models at the EWTI in Addis
Ababa.
4. Subsequently installation of 12 pumps for testing in the field both improved models
and earlier models for five month field testing.
5. Monitoring of the pumps in the field on technical details, user acceptance, efficiency,
durability and functionality via a frequent 2 monthly monitoring program.
6. Collection of information on additional aspects like well head, well cover, apron and
soak pit on wells with installed RPs and test user acceptance, cost, hygiene,
durability and functionality.
The field testing as mentioned in 4) and 5) were undertaken at village level in Meskan
Woreda, Butajera. Here the suitability for different household conditions was monitored. The
field tests were done by persons with no commercial interest in the promotion of any
preferred Rope pump model. The improved RP models and other peripheral items were
tested in selected villages on aspects such as; user friendliness, ease of installation,
operation, ease of maintenance, hygiene, durability, wear, cost. During implementation, data
were collected in monitoring sheets and pictures were taken. Data collection and field tests
included:
Cost of the improved and existing RP models were collected (see Annex 1)
Torque test; measuring the strength of the pump structure of 6 different prototypes. (see
further explanation of test and results in Annex 2)
Testing rope and PVC parts by measuring the wear of both during the use in the field.
Testing the improved parts in particular the 4 inch pipe for all maintenance, the well
reducer ring, the small well slab and the pump structure with bended legs (see also
section 4.2).
Observations on compatibility, in particular on using Bushings and PVC pipes of the
same dimensions (see also chapter 5.2-10 and 5.2-50).
After the tests, of the pumps, well head, well cover, apron and soak pit results were compiled
and assessed. This resulted in, the final suggestions for the improved Rope pump model
(see chapter 4). In addition to the main improved RP, two additional lower cost models were
developed and tested. Whereas the main first improved model is suitable for use by both
small communities and families, the two low cost models are more appropriate for individual
household use.
The suggestions for improvement as contained in this report were discussed with the JICA
project team, RP producers and government staff (MoWIE).
3.
Implementation and results
3.1
Activities
The activities were implemented according to the TOR, (See Annex 7) Some additional
activities were undertaken, i.e. investigating suggestions on well slab and well reducer ring
as well as testing a larger number of pumps than originally was planned.
The main activities / results are :
1. Results of field survey studied. Before and during missions by H. Holtslag, the
results of the field studies of the JICA team and reports of others like S. Sutton were
studied. General conclusion is that 35 to 50% of the pumps are not functioning.
See also References.
2. Collection of Rope pumps. From different pump producers pumps were collected
and assessed. This included measurement of materials used and cost involved
indicated. For details see Annex 3.
3. Design of improved Rope pump On the basis of the field survey and the
assessment of the Rope pump models in use, a first improved Rope pump model
(Model 1) were made and installed at EWTI
4. Design of two (2) additional pump models In addition to the above, two additional
lower cost models were developed. These pumps are Model 2 (Economy model)
and Model 3 (mounted on Poles) . These were first installed at EWTI and later
together with Model 1 - in the field.
5. Field testing of improved Rope pump model. Six pumps were installed at Butajera
for field testing. This included:
a. 2 improved pumps of Model 1 (Improved JICA model)
b. 2 improved low cost pumps of Model 2 (Economy model)
c. 2 improved low cost pump of Model 3 (Pole model) and 2 pumps Model 3.
The Model 1 pumps included adaptations which are described and suggested
in chapter 4.2. Four pumps had the pump and return pipe in the 4 hole.
6. Production and installation of an additional 6 control pumps These pumps were
the JICA model including 2 pumps with ball bearings.
7. Monitoring All pumps were monitored by T. Tefera by a visit each 2 months. See
monitoring sheets in Annex 8
8. Water quality test Of all wells water was tested at 3 stages. Before the pump
installation, after pump installation and disinfection of wells, after the pumps were
installed in June 2014.
9. Review visit in May 2014.
10. Review discussions In May 2013, January 2014 and May 2014 several meetings
with the JICA team, Rope pump producers and staff of MoWIE with discussion on
Rope pump improvements.
11. Formulation of conclusions & suggestions Based on all information and field
experiences, recommendations were made and discussed for improvement on
technical aspects, better quality, easier maintenance and improved hygiene.
3.2
Main findings / results
Main findings and results of the project were:

1 All pumps are working . Although details need to be improved, it was confirmed by the
final field assessments in May 2014 as well as by the regular monitoring visits, that all pumps
are working.
2 There is a need for more training. Especially regarding daily maintenance of the pumps,
tension of the rope, oiling bushings etc. users need more training. See Monitoring sheets
Annex 8
3 No major differences in strength of different pumps. This was also confirmed by Basic
torque/ force test which was done on pump structures (see also Annex 2).
4 Improved pump model easier to maintain. Thisis because in the improved model the
pump pipe and return pipe pass the slab in one hole of 4 Inch. It also reduces the risk of
leakage and with this the recontamination of the well.
5 All users were satisfied. Even people with the lower cost pump models who initially were
not satisfied because they wanted also the expensive model. This was reconfirmed in visits
by JICA staff in June 2014.
6 Significant c improvement of water quality. The result of the installation of a pump and
well cover on the wells drastically improved the water quality. Before the pumps 80% of all
the wells had a very high content of harmful bacteria. After the installation of the pump
almost all wells had zero harmful bacteria. This is mainly because of the improved well
head By making a well ring the slab is not anymore directly placed on the ground. This
drastically reduces the risk of collapsing of the well rim at the top and hence the danger of
recontamination with pumping or during rains. With a well reducer ring, a small slab can be
placed which make transport and installation easier
7 Increased productivity, like garden irrigation. It was observed that several families
started irrigation on small plots. This was stimulated by having a pump since this is much
less work than extracting water with a rope and bucket.
8 Opportunities for cost saving. Both on the improved model and the low cost models cost
savings are possible, making the RP more attractive to disseminate. Two lower cost models
were installed and tested; i.e. Model 2 (economy model with an option for a wheel cover)
and model 3 (a pole model; a system that is built with a handle fixed to two poles). Both
models are fit for Self-supply and irrigation, particularly at individual household level. These
pump models are some 20 to 40% lower in cost than the existing JICA and other pump
models. More details are given in Annex 1.
4.
Conclusions and recommendations
This chapter brings together the conclusions and detailed recommendations resulting from
the testing of the Rope pump, so as to come to an improved model. Conclusions are based
on the survey, the field tests, the monitoring and discussion with producers and users. The
following is an overview
Technical aspects
Improvements are possible in pump design, materials, apron, well slab, soak pit. Especially
many problems with low quality, non standard PVC pipes and bad installation resulting in
water leaking back into the well. Possible improvements are discussed in section 4.1 and 4.2
Non technical aspects
Training of producers, installers, pump operators and pump users is needed. The current
approach of dissemination may distorting the market, because NGOs and government are
taking the role of the Private sector regarding installation and repairs
Cost reduction improved and new Rope pump models.
By applying the suggested improvements and by adding 2 more pump models there is a cost
reduction of the Pumps. The cost of the PVC parts, rope and pistons are I all models the
same. Cost range of pumps off workshop3 are
Existing iDE Rope pump model
Existing JICA Rope pump model
Improved Rope pump Model 1
Economy Rope pump Model 2
Pole Rope pump
Model 3
More details are given in Annex 1
2000 2300
2100 3000
1900 - 2200
1500 - 1800
1300 - 1500
Birr
Birr
Birr
Birr
Birr
In summary, there is a potential for a fast scale up of rural water supply. With new low
cost pump models and improved quality of pumps and well head, Rope pumps (and other
locally produced hand pumps) have a large potential to scale up Self-supply.
Model 1
Ball bearings optional
Model 2 ( economy model)

Wheel cover Optional
Model 3 ( Pole model)
Without transportation and installation costs

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Below general recommendations are given first (section 4.1), followed by specific technical
recommendations (4.2), the promotion of three models (4.3) and the need for a number of
minimum quality standards (4.4). Also a number of recommendations on non-technical
aspects are given.
4.1
General recommendations on technical aspects
Based on the mentioned above general recommendations on technology are:
4.2
Improve current pump designs. For instance make a narrow base which reduces
material and has proven to be of the same strength as other models with a wide
base. Use one size prefabricated slab. Have both pump pipe and return pipe go via
the 4 inch hole which reduces the cost of the slab, reducers the danger of water
leaking back and maintenance is easier. In general there is much difference in retail
prices of pumps. It seems worth to investigate the reason of the differences in cost
and investigate options to use good quality but lower cost materials like Gi and PVC
pipes, rope and pistons. Further it is strongly suggested to start as soon as possible
with the standardization of PVC pipes and after that with the standardization of the
pistons.
Add 2 more lower cost models, Model 2 ( economy model with options for a wheel
cover , and Model 3 (pole model) see pictures above. In the field test and in other
countries these models have proven to work well, be accepted by users and add
lower cost options that can increase the market for Household use (Self-supply)
because people have more choices.
Use well reducer rings eventually with prefabricated tapered blocks. This will
drastically improve quality of the well head, increase hygiene and combined with
standardised slabs can reduce cost of installation.
Specific recommendations on technical aspects
The recommendation resulting from the field test are made with two objectives in mind (a) to
improve quality and durability of the Rope pumps and (b) reduce the cost of the Rope pumps
to increase the potential uptake in the Self-supply market. The findings of the monitoring and
recommendations are given below. They follow the numbers of the parts as in the technical
drawings of Annex 5 for the improved model.
No 10 Handle/ bushings
The bushings of 40 mm as installed in some pumps were less in line with the handle
than the bushings of 60 mm. It is suggested to make bushings 60 mm so as to reduce
the danger of misalignment which in turn may cause wear between the bushings and
handle.
The clearance between bushing and handle was 2 mm in some pumps which may
cause extra wear because of the breaking of the oil film between the bushing and
handle. It is suggested to make clearance between bushing and pipe of handle 0.5 to
0.8 mm. So difference between outside diameter of handle and inside diameter
bushing maximum 0.8 mm. This is important for alignment and good lubrication. If the
bushing has more clearance, the diameter should be reduced by cutting out a slot.
Oil holes in the existing pump models was on the side and was 5 mm which
complicated oiling of the bushing. It is suggested to make the diameter of the oil hole
6 mm and put the oil hole on top. This makes oiling of bushings much easier for
users. Eventual rain that enters in the oil hole is not a problem and even an
advantage since rain will clean the bushings.
Length of the grip in the current JICA model is long. It is suggested to make length
270 mm. This will reduce cost of material, reduce danger of bending of the handle
and is long enough as experienced in the pumps installed.
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No 20 Wheel
Some wheel clamps were loose or short so difficult to close the rings. It is suggested
to make the long enough to be able to close them when rope starts slipping.
In some pumps bolts started to rust. In general it is suggested to use only galvanized
bolts. In areas where corrosion is a problem spokes can be made of Galvanized
pipe and the clamps of galvanized pipe, wall thickness 2.5 mm.
No 30 Wheel cover
Some of the existing pumps use sheet of 0.4 mm and sheets are cracking where it is
bend. It is suggested to use galvanized sheet, thickness of minimum 0.5 mm
In case of 0.5 or 0.6 mm thickness, bend the rims to make the cover stronger. If sheet
of 1 mm is used bending is not needed.
Drill holes in part where the sheet is bend to avoid cracking of the sheet.
The wheel cover supports can be made of rebar round 12 mm or Angle iron
25x25x3mm.
In areas where corrosion is a problem galvanized pipes of ( min. 1.4 mm wall
thickness) can be used.
For mounting the cover support to the cover use galvanized bolts M6 or 3 pop rivets
of round 5 mm.
No 40 Pump structure
The field tests indicated that there is no difference in strength between pumps with a
width of 35 cm and with a width of 20 cm as was confirmed by the torque test. See
annex 2. It is suggested to make a narrow structure, dimensions of base 200 x 400
mm. This will reduce the cost of material and is less work since bending of the wheel
cover support is not needed anymore.
It is suggested to use the system of bended legs and leave out the round bar and
angle iron currently welded at the bottom of the pump structure. An advantage of the
bended leg: more flexibility in the mounting of the pump in case the distance
between the bolts in the well slab (well cover) are not 100% exact.
The round bar welded between the legs of the pumps, like in the JICA model, is not
essential as the torque test indicates. Also Rope pumps in other countries, never had
this reinforcement and had no problems. It is recommended to leave these supports
out to reduce cost in both labour and material. See drawings Annex 5;
In the field test it appears that the handle is relatively high for the people pumping
which mostly are women and children. It is suggested to have the handle at the
height of the belly button of the person pumping, so the height of the handle should
be 80 to 90 cm. Suggestion is to make the legs of the new models 95 cm, so the
height of the handle will be around 90 cm, (the leg at the low end is bent).
Regarding the blocking system, ( the hook that prevents the handle from turning back
after pumping stops). There the existing construction is OK. In case of corrosion also
a galvanized hook can be used, see drawings.
No 50 Tubing / PVC pipes and parts
It was difficult to get good quality Pump pipes with the same in and outside diameter.
It is suggested to work on a supply chain of standardized PVC pump pipes.
Proposed dimensions are mentioned in the table below (see also Annex 1). In
general wall thickness of all pipes should be 2 mm. Pipes are produced locally by
Ethiopolymer. Tees and reducers that fit on the pipes of Ethiopolymer are available at
Lyca
In the long term future, and if demand grows, or with the existing demand of 10.000
pumps, Ethiopolymer may be able to produce Tees and reducers also.
It is suggested that pump outlet pipes are 1 so they fit in jerry cans.
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In some pumps the turning of the wheel was not smooth due to a sticking rope. It is
suggested to make a smooth entrance on PVC pipes. Make so called trumpets on
pipes in guide boxes and return pipe. To make this, a jig (Trumpet tool) can be used
as demonstrated in the 1st and 3rd mission.
No 60 Cap / casing
In the field survey it appeared that the cap on top of the 4 inch pipe often is of low
quality or is broken so that water is leaking back there in the wells. It is suggested to
make the caps and the 4 inch pipes in such a way that water cannot flow back into
the wells.
The holes in the cap for the pump pipe and return pipe should have a tight fit with the
pipes.
No 70 Slab/ well cover
In the field surveys it appeared that a major problem with the Rope pumps was low
quality of well covers, pump installation and water leaking back in the wells.
To improve this situation it is suggested to always make a well ring on which a slab
can be mounted.
It is suggested to test slabs with a diameter of 90 cm.
It is suggested to do test with slabs of 120 cm and compare them with slabs of 90cm
regarding total cost of material, production, risk of breakage, transport ease of
removal by users. The logic of using a small, 90 cm slab is that it can be thin like 5
cm and still has the same strength than a slab of 120 cm which has to be 6 to 7 cm to
make it strong enough. The small slab is much easier to transport les risk to break
and it is also easier for families to remove in case of well cleaning.
Test further the idea of cement well reducer ring. This reduces the diameter of the top
of the well (well ring) to 80 cm so with a slab of 90cm the well can be covered.
Test the combination of the hole for the return pipe and pump pipe. All repairs
can be done via this 4 inch hole. If this is used a manhole is not needed anymore. In
general once the well is OK there is no more need to go into the well. In case people
do need to go into the well for cleaning or deepening, the slab can be removed. It is
suggested that after replacement of the slab the rim is sealed again with cement.
The use of manholes is strongly discouraged because of water leaking back in the
well. This is due to the design and often poor construction of the well cover as was
observed in the field visit. In general experiences is that when there is a problem with
the pump, people tend to go back to the rope and bucket and remain using the bucket
which is back to zero.
In case the widely available cheap 4 inch pipe is used, make the part used in the slab
stronger by using a double piece of pipe. This will make the 4 inch pipe more
resistant to damage.
Bolts used to mount the pumps should be welded well to the reinforcement bar
structure. Use galvanized bolts M10x 25 mm.
Place the pump a bit aside on the slab. The person who is pumping can stand on the
slab. See drawings.
Some basic investigation was done on the different well covers. The cost of the round
plastic well cover is 5 times higher than that a cement well slab. Therefore plastic well
covers do not seem feasible. Another disadvantage of a plastic well cover is that it
has a light weight. This makes the pump less be stable.
The slabs and well rings were tested too. Tests was done by standing with 4 persons
on top of both well ring reducer and the small (90cm) slab. These did not break or
crack.
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No 80 Rope /Pistons
The Rope used in all pumps was 6 mm Nylon rope and after 7 months there was no
visible wear in the rope of the pumps that were used by a few families. There was
visible wear on the rope of the pump that was used by many families 20-30 families.
(This increased high use was due to the fact that the existing communal hand pump,
Afridef pump, was broken for a few months)
7 of the 12 pumps installed used pistons made by Gambes (Monaco trading) and the
other 5 pumps used pistons made by AMIO. The pistons of AMIO were slightly
smaller and had a large (2mm) clearance in the pump pipes.
The cost of piston made by Gambes is 1.75 Birr , the cost of the pistons of AMIO was
5.75 Birr.
After 6 months of functioning there was no visible difference in quality (wear) between
the two types of pistons in pumps used by a few families. There was some wear (0.4
mm) in pistons of the pumps that was used by many families.
Diameters of the pistons of the two piston producers was different. The AMIO pistons
were 0.2 to 0.5 mm smaller.
A strong suggestion is to make the diameter of the pistons 0.5 - 0.8 mm smaller than
the inside diameter of the pump pipe. With a greater diameter, the pump efficiency
goes down. When it is smaller friction will occur especially in the smaller pumps pipes
of and since PVC pipes are not always exactly round and the same diameter.
It is strongly suggested to start as soon as possible with the standardization of
PVC pipes and after that with the standardization of the pistons.
No 90 Guide box
With the checking of the guide boxes in the Pole model pump, some corrosion was
detected.
To avoid corrosion a suggestion is to test guide boxes made completely of galvanized
tube, and adapt designs. See also drawings.
Compared to the guide boxes as used now, new models of guide boxes will reduce
50% of material cost and is less welding.
Another suggestion is using cement guide boxes as produced in the 1st and 3rd
mission. These are currently used in many other countries and function well. The cost
will be the same or lower than metal guide boxes, but will avoid corrosion in water
with low PH. For deeper hand dug wells, the weight of the cement guide box will help
to keep the pump pipe straight.
The metal and cement guide boxes should be 5 mm smaller than the inside diameter
of the 4 inch pipe in the slab.
Well head / Apron
Based on the field surveys and reports from others a major problem in Rope pumps is the
low quality of the well heads. Pumps are to low or too high, well covers are not straight or
broken. There is often no hygienic seal so with rains well rims are collapsing and water can
flow into the well. So a general suggestion is to improve quality of well heads.
Suggestions are;
Install a well ring on top of which the slab is mounted, this to avoid water leaking
back in the wells. If this ring is at the same time a reducer ring, the diameter of the
slab can reduce.
It is suggested to further test the system of the tapered prefabricated blocks for the
well reducer ring. This can become the activity of well diggers and local masons. If
the inside diameter of the well ring is 80 cm plus / minus 5 cm it allows the diameter
of the slab to be 90 cm, which is still small and easy to transport.
It is suggested to test ring of blocks in wells of 90- 110 cm and see if it can be
reduced with one ring to 80 cm.
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For wells of 110 to 130 cm diameter a suggestion is to test if 2 rings of blocks and a
slab of 90 cm is cheaper than making on ring of blocks and a well cover of 120 cm
diameter.
Install the well reducer rings a bit conical and put a few wires around the ring. The
conical shape will avoid water leaking back in the well and is stronger, more resistant
against breaking than a flat rings.
Put some basic reinforcement in the well blocks like 5 pieces of 40 cm black wire
which will hardly increase the cost but will avoid braking of the blocks.
Make an apron around the slab to seal the well and avoid leaking and a soak away to
avoid at all times water pools near the well.
At some pumps the soak away pit was used as a drinking place for cattle. It is
strongly suggested to avoid this since the leak water form slab and apron is
contaminated. In case of cattle water it is much better to make a separate pit of
bucket for drinking.
Promote / train well diggers to make wells with maximum diameter of 90 cm. Calculations
indicate that, compared to wells of 120 cm , a 90cm well reduces 80% in volume of
material to take out so reduction of labour. Also with the small diameter only one well ring
is needed.
Regarding a plastic well cover: Some basic investigation was done. However cost of round
plastic tables with a similar shape was 5 times more expensive than a cement well slab.
Therefore plastic well covers do not seem feasible. Another disadvantage of a plastic well
cover is that it has a light weight. This makes the pump unstable.
Regarding testing of slabs and well rings:Test was done by standing with 4 persons on
top of both well ring reducer and the small (90cm) slab. These did not break or crack.
4.3
Pump models
Based on the survey and tests, 3 pump models are recommended in order to give potential a
range of options:
Model 1 (improved Rope pump model)
The Model 1 is standard with bushings
As an option it can be made with ball bearings. If ball bearings are used good quality
and sealed bearings are needed. Also a grease pump should be included in the
pump. Selling a pump without a grease pump will cause problems.
An Allan key should also be provided as a requirement with the pump with ball
bearing.
In case of ball bearings, use 2 bolts to fix the handle to avoid it will get loose.
The total additional costs for a model with ball bearings is estimated at 600 Birr.
Model 2 (economy model)
This model is very basic without any bolts in the pump structure, no cover, a handle
of no return PVC pipe. It si completely made of Galvanzed pipes so no or little
corrosion
As an additional parts a well cover and a return pipe can be sold.
The total cost (material and labour) of Model 2 is much lower than Model.
Model 3 (pole model)
This Model is the most basic low cost Rope pump model mounted on poles and 2
pumps like this were installed in the test field.
It consist of a handle with bushings and a wheel which is mounted with bolts on the
handle. By placing the poles in an angle, the length of the handle is reduced.
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After some initial problems the users of the Model 3 were very satisfied;
This model again can be some 30% cheaper than Model 2 with the advantage that it
can be installed without a well cover. So if families do not have much money or do not
want to take a loan , this can be a real first step model. Lateron when they have
more money, a well cover can be installed or they can opt for a Model 2 pump.
4.4
Suggestions for minimum quality for Rope pumps

.
All models fit on both hand dug wells and boreholes. The pump model no. 1 is fit for small
communities and all 3 models are fit for Self-supply in households. The recommendation
on the minimum quality are summarized below.
Parts
Wheel cover
-sheet cover
-Sides
-Mounting
- Bolts cover to
Support
-Cover Support
Wheel
- Diameter
-Number of spokes
- Material of spokes
-Tire quality
- Bolts /Nuts
Handle
Pipe
Handle grip
Bushing
Clearance
Length bushing
Bushing strip
Diameter of the oil hole
Welding / Painting
All welded parts
Pump structure
-Pipes
Bushing support
Block system
Outlet pipe and return pipe
support
Name plate
Rope/ pistons
Pump PVC parts
Pump Pipe diam
1 10m 1
10- 20m
Suggestions Model 1 (improved

model)
Suggestions model 2 & 3

(economy & pole model)
0,5 mm Galvanized sheet Preferred

0.6 mm
Bent rim if less that 1 mm
Bolts M6 or pop rivets 5mm, 2 at
each connection
M6 x 15 galvanized or M10
Wheel cover is optional
12mm rebar or
20x20x2 mm Angle iron or Gi pipe
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6
Rebar 10 mm or galv. Pipes
Good quality, straight, soft rubber
M10x25 Galvanized
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4, with clamps in between
Rebar 10 mm or galv. Pipes
Good quality, straight, soft rubber
Optional if uses bolts than
M10x25 Galvanized
Galvanized steel pipe.

Wall thickness min. 2,2 mm
1 PVC pipe, Wall thickness 2 mm
1, wall thickness 2,5-3mm
Galvanized steel pipe
0,5- 0.8 mm
60 mm
Strip 25x3 mm
6

Wall thickness min. 2 mm
PVC pipe, wall thickness 1.5 mm
, wall thickness 2,2 2,5mm
0,5-0,8 mm
60 mm
NA
6
Clean weld slack, Paint with anti

oxide +gloss paint
Clean weld slack, Paint with anti oxide

+gloss paint

Wall
thickness 2 mm
Angle iron 25x25x2 Angle iron
Hook of Rebar or Gi pipe
Make of ring of Gi pipe

Wall thickness 1.6 mm
NA
NA or Gi Pipe
NA or ring of Gi pipe
Aluminium . Data incl.

Producer, Tel No, Ser. No
1m distance,
0,5-0.8 mm clearance
Aluminium . Data incl.

Producer, Tel No, Ser. No
1m distance.
0,5-0.8 mm clearance
Outside diam. - Inside diam.

32mm28 mm
25mm21 mm
Outside diam - Inside diam

32mm28 mm
25mm21 mm
13
20- 35m
Outlet pipe
-Outlet pipe 1 1/4
-Tee 1 1/4
-Reducer 1 1/4 - 1
-Reducer 1 1/4 -
-Reducer 1
-
- Elbow 1 1/4
- Return pipe
Well head. Cover,
Apron, Soak pit
Well cover
PVC Cap, cover

Top of casing above
Ground level
Top of Casing to Apron
Diameter apron
Dist. apron to soak pit
Outlet Pump
Apron slope to soak pit
Apron height
20mm-
16 mm
20mm-
16 mm

40mm36 mm
Good quality, tight fit with reducer

40mm36 mm
Good quality, tight fit with reducer
Poly Pipe or PVC pipe. 1 size bigger

than pump pipe
Poly Pipe, PVC pipe. 1 size bigger than

pump pipe
Diameter 90 cm
Reinforced with rebar min dia 8mm
distance 15 cm
PVC pipe 4 Inch length 15 -20cm
Round or Flat top Cap
Diameter 90 cm
Reinforced with rebar dia 6 mm
distance 15 cm
PVC pipe 4 Inch length 15 -20cm
Round top Cap
20 cm
NA
10cm
1 1.8m
3 -5m
Opposite soak pit
0-5cm
5-10 cm
NA or 10 cm
1 - 1,8 m
3 -5m
Opposite soak pit
5 cm
5 10 cm
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4.5
Specific recommendation on non technical aspects
Besides technical aspects, there are also a number of non technical aspect which are
essential for a successful dissemination of Rope pumps.
Some problems on non- technical aspects were:
1. Poor daily maintenance. Many users do not adjust the rope or oil the bushings in time
resulting in poor pump functioning and worn out bushings. (In Nicaragua Rope pumps of 20
years old still have the original bushings because they are oiled every week);
2. All Rope pumps in Ethiopia are more or less similar in model and price. There is no options for
Self-supply customers to choose another model;
3. Rope pumps are simple but Simple is not easy. For any producer it is essential to realise,
bad pumps = bad image = less sales;
4. The dissemination of free pumps via NGOs and Woredas is distorting the development of a
sustainable Supply chain;
5. In most cases there is a lack of installation and repair skills near the customers.
Some suggestions for improvement are:
To improve the quality, it is a suggestion to make example (gold) models for each pump
st
rd
producer including production jigs. A number of jigs were made in the 1 and 3 mission.
Examples and production jigs of the new models are needed which could be copied and send
out to all Rope pump producing companies.
Certification
Improve the quality of wells and pumps by certifying or approving the producers of these
technologies;
This is in the interest of the government and should be effected by a governmental body. Until
there is such a body the partners should support.
Operation/ Maintenance / repairs
Improve maintenance by more and better training of users in daily maintenance;

Most important maintenance is the adjustment of rope, (rope should not be too tight not be too
loose) and weekly oiling of bushings with new oil!!;
Promote the custom of maintenance by a slogan like No oil - No pump
A pump installation should include a (laminated) maintenance sheet and a 0.3 l bottle with
new oil (10W 40). Do not use grease or used oil!;
General repairs like adding a piece of PVC pipe, repairing pump structure, replacing
bushings etc are not done by all users.. In each Woreda there should be local technicians who
can do this work on a commercial base;
Technicians can be of pump producing companies, pump installers or metal workshops who
can do repairs as one of their activities.
It should not be done by NGOs or local government, since this will prevent a
sustainable commercial supply chain from building up!!
NGOs and governments should rather invest their water funds in awareness training of the
local private sector, quality control, building up supply chains, evaluation, and enabling funding
options for instance micro credits, monitoring etc.
Training
In general many problems are caused by a lack of knowledge and skills of both users and
caretakers. Serious investment in long term and follow up training of production quality,
installation, maintenance and repairs, organisation of maintenance, (ej Circuit riders) are
recommended .
One option to guarantee knowledge and training in the long term, is a National WASH training
centre where all knowledge is concentrated and which has the capacity for trainings. Then
smaller training centres can start later on in the regions. Examples of such training centres are
the so called SMART Centres in Tanzania and Malawi.
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References
Alberts. H., Zee. J van der. 2004. A multi sectoral approach to sustainable rural water supply
in Nicaragua: The role of the Rope handpump. Presented at SIMI conference Switzerland,
2004. Online available at: http://www.bvsde.paho.org/bvsacd/cd29/sectoral.pdf [Accessed on
th
30 of May 2014]
Gorter. A. (1998). Childhood diarrhoea and its prevention in Nicaragua. PhD thesis.University
of Maastricht
IRC 1995 Nicaraguan experiences with the Rope pump. Online available at:
th
http://www.washdoc.info/docsearch/title/113703 [Accessed on 30 of May 2014]
Japan International Cooperation Agency (2013). Report Rope pump users: Survey in three
regions. Powerpoint presentation.
MetaMeta , Holtslag H. & Tefera T (2013).Report Programme Rope pump improvement Hailu
Debela. T. (2013) Monitoring water supplies and sanitation in Ethiopia. National WASH
Inventory Office. Minstry of Water, Irrigation and Energy.
PH hydro engineering consulting (2014). Baseline survey on project implementation woredas.
Japan International Cooperation Agency.
Sutton, S., Butterworth, J., & Mekonta, L. (2012). A hidden resource: household-led rural
water supply in Ethiopia. IRC International Water and Sanitation Centre, the Netherlands.
ISNB 978-90-6687-080-2
Sutton.S & Hailu.T (2011). Introduction of the Rope pump in SSNPR, and its wider
applications.Ripple working paper 22. Online available at:
th
http://r4d.dfid.gov.uk/PDF/Outputs/RIPPLE/working-paper-22.pdf [Accessed on 30 of March
2014]
Sutton.S, Mammo.A. , Butterworth. J. & Dimtse.E. (2011).Towards the Ethiopian Goal of
universal access to rural water. Ripple Working paper 23 online available at:
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http://r4d.dfid.gov.uk/pdf/outputs/ripple/working-paper-23.pdf [Accessed on 30 of March
2014]
Information on scaling up safe water:

www.300in6.org
Information on Rope pumps
www.ropepumps.org
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Annex 1: Bills of Quantities Current and Improved Model

This table gives an indication of the cost of materials of 4 pump models based on a pump for a well of
18 meters deep. This includes 3 PVC pipes , 40 m rope and 38 pistons/ washers. All models have
also a well slab. The cost of materials are based on the market information collected by T.Tefera and
others in Addis Ababa. Prices may differ from location to location and may also vary over time. In the
report (section 4.1) hence cost ranges are proposed to reflect this variety.
Material
Unit
Galv, sheet
0.6 mm
Angle iron
20x20x2
Angle iron
30x30x3
Angle iron
40x40x2
Flat iron 25x 3
Clamps
Flat iron 30x 3
2 Sqr
mtr.
6 mtr
Price/
unit
in Birr
1050
295
6 mtr
405
6 mtr
630
6 mtr
140
6 mtr
140
Round bar
10 mm
Round bar
6 mm for pump
and slab
Galv, Pipe 1
6 mtr
250
6 mtr
100
6 mtr
670
Galv, Pipe 1
6 mtr
550
Galv, Pipe 1
6 mtr
380
Galv. Pipe
6 mtr
275
Galv, Pipe
6 mtr
210
PVC pipe 4
Pipe in well slab
PVC pipe 1
Return pipe
PVC pipe 1
Grip
PVC pipe 3/4
Pump pipe **
PVC pipe
Pump pipe
Tee 1
Elbow 1
Red.1/1/4 -3/4
6 mtr
300
6 mtr
275
6 mtr
204
6 mtr
57250**
90
6 mtr
1
1
1
Rope 6 mm
***
Pistons ****
Bolt, Nut Galv

M10x25
Bolt, Nut Galv.
M 6x15
Pop rivet 5 mm
Material , cost
Impr. Pump
Model 1*
2000 cm2
105 Birr
1020 cm
50 Birr
20 cm
20 Birr
Material ,
cost Pump
Model 2*
Optional
Material ,
cost Pump
Model 3*
22 cm
5 Birr
248 cm
103 Birr
1000 cm
167 Birr
156 cm
65 Birr
1000 cm
167 Birr
1000 cm
167 Birr
15 cm
17 Birr
3 cm
3 Birr
32 cm
20 Birr
107 cm
49 Birr
3 cm
4 Birr
6 cm
6 Birr
15 cm
10 Birr
98 cm
45 Birr
3cm
3 Birr
15 cm
10 Birr
32 cm
16 Birr
24 cm
12 Birr
420 cm
147 Birr
30 cm
30Birr
100 cm
43 Birr
28 cm
9 Birr
18 mtrs
171 Birr
508 cm
178 Birr
30cm
30Birr
90 cm
40 Birr
23 cm
7 Birr
18 mtrs
171 Birr
590 cm
208 Birr
30 cm
30 Birr
10 cm
5 Birr
15 cm
5 Birr
18 mtrs
171 Birr
264 cm
93 Birr
30cm
30 Birr
10 cm
5 Birr
15 cm
5 Birr
18 mtrs
171 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
25 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
25 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
25 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
25 Birr
1.3 4.8 ***
40 mtrs
52 Birr
40 mtrs
52 Birr
40 mtrs
52 Birr
40 mtrs
52 Birr
1.755.75 ****
6
38
67 Birr
8 pcs
48 Birr
4 Pcs
20 Birr
38
67 Birr
6 pcs
38 Birr
38
67 Birr
38
67 Birr
2 pcs
12 Birr
50
50
25
mtr
Material,
cost JICA
Model *
2400 cm2
131 Birr
1260 cm,
62 Birr
21 cm,
20 Birr
16 cm,
17 Birr
31 cm
7 Birr
30 cm
7 Birr
496 cm
206 Birr
1016 cm
169 Birr
20
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Used car tire

Wood Poles
Paints
Cement
For slab & sand
Total cost
Material
Labour
production est.
Other cost &
profit
Total cost
indication
1
Bag
50kg
50
120
40 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
30 Birr
0.3 bag
50 Birr
1466 Birr
30 Birr
0.3 bag
50 Birr
1393 Birr
20 Birr
0.3 bag
50 Birr
1044 Birr
0.3 bag
50 Birr
889 Birr
10 hrs
300 Birr
300 Birr
8 hrs
240 Birr
300 Birr
5 hrs
150 Birr
300 Birr
4 hrs
120 Birr
300 Birr
2066 Birr
1933 Birr
1494 Birr
1309 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
50 Birr
*Materials mentioned are total length or numbers per pump

** The cost of PVC pipe of 6 mtr varies from 57 Birr (Info iDE) to 250 Birr (Info AMIO T. Tefera)
For the calculation the 2 lower prices were used.
*** The cost of rope per meter varies from 1.3 Birr ( Info iDE) to 4.8 Birr. To calculate the cost of
pumps the lower version is taken.
**** The cost of pistons varies from 1.75 Birr (Info T Tefera ) to 5.7 Birr. AMIO. To calculate the cost of
pumps the lower version is taken.
Information from iDE
The cost for washer at AMIO is 5.75 Birr for the 3/4'' and 6.90 Birr for the 1'' size. In other iDE trained
pump manufacturers the price for the washers is 25% more than what AMIO sells. They purchase it
from AMIO and add profit in it.
The total indicated cost of an iDE model pump for 18 meters with 3/4'' pipes is 1950 Birr.
1285 Birr is the cost of material (Pump structure, slab, guide box, manufacturing cost, labor cost,
465 Birr is plastic components price (washers, rope, Tee, reducer, 40mm PVC, 3/4'' PVC, Glue,cap
200 Birr is the net profit
1950 Birr for complete set of iDE Model Rope and Washer Pump
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Annex 2: Torque test Rope pumps Butajera for different pumps

Well number Name
Owner
Pump
model
Deviation Pump
structure at 5 kg
Deviation Pump
structure at 10
kg
2 Shemsu Oumer
1A
6 mm
13 mm
4 Temam Tira
5 Muzeyin Bergicho
6 Mohammed
1B
6B
3B
5 mm
5 mm
6 mm
15 mm
14 mm
13 mm
11 Surur
12 Hussein Dawid
2B
6A
5 mm
6 mm
13 mm
14 mm
Observations
Measurement of deviation of Pump structure
Measurement with force of 5 Kg and 10 Kg with

a beam of a length of 1 meter
Deviations in each pump model were noted
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Different pumps
Model 1 Narrow structure, Ball bearings, Bend

legs. Improved model
Model 1 Wide structure, Ball bearings, bottom

reinforcement. JICA model
Model 1 Bushings, Bend legs. Pump pipe and

return pipe via the 4 inch pipe.
Improved model
Model 2
Economy model, Bottom structure
Model 2
Model 3
Mounted on poles
Economy model, bend legs
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Annex 3: Table of materials, pump structures and pump cost

Producer
Cover
material
Mat.
spokes
Cover
supp. mat.
Wall
thickn.
handle
Wall
thickn.
Struct.
Use of
Galv.
bolts
Aregawi
(IDE)
Selam
Addis
Selam
Hawassa
Amio
0.4mm
8mm
2.1 mm
1.7 mm
50 %
0.6 mm
10 mm
2.5 mm
2 mm
100 %
3350
0.4 mm
10 mm
------
Nvt
3404
0.4 mm
8 mm
1.7 mm
1.7 mm
0 %
3500
Betru
0.4 mm
10 mm
Rebar 12
mm
Angle 20 x
2
Angle 20x
2mm
Angle 25x
2.5mm
Angle 20x2
Cost pump
Incl.
3 Pipes, well
cover
2304
2 mm
1.5 mm
0 %
3000
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Annex 4: Water quality rest Rope pumps in Yetebone Kebele
I.N
Name of well
owner
First Test (Before

Intervention)
Total
Colifor
m
Fecal
Coliform
/E.Coli)
Second Test
( Disinfection)
Total
Coliform
Fecal
Coliform
/E.Coli)
Mohammed
Surur
Zeleke
Degaga
Shemsu
Oumer
Yasin
Temam
Muzeyin
Bergicho
Husen Dawid
6/100ml
TMTC
Taju Mudesir
TMTC
TMTC
TMTC
32/100
ml
TMTC
TMTC
10
Yilma Bireda
Zeyinu
Oumer
Ahmed
Andihu
ND
ND
11
Temam Tira
ND
ND
1
2
3
4
TMTC
TMTC
0/100ml
0/100ml
8/100ml
TMTC
TMTC
TMTC
TMTC
TMTC
Third Test (End of

Test Period)
Total
Coliform
Remarks
Fecal
Coliform
/E.Coli)
12
Surur Rijeto
ND
ND
0
0
Wondimu
13 Mitiku
0/100ml
0/100ml
Mulatu
14 Ergosha
TMTC
TMTC
Mohammed
14/100
15 Sahfo
ml
TMTC
N.B: 1. During the second test, as the wells were disinfected, no bacteriological tests was carried out
(as disinfection kills all the bacteria). Disinfection, physico- chemical and chlorine
residual were measured at this time byto the water quality expert.
2. ND means Not Done
13, 14 , 15 . No RP installed due to unreliable well yield during dry season as confirmed after well cleaning and
deepening.
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Annex 5: Technical drawings improved Rope Pump Model
10
10 = Handle
20 = Wheel
30 = Cover
40 = St ruct ure
50 = Tubing
60 = Cover/ Cosing
70 = Slab
80 = Rope
90 = Guide box
20
30
40
50
60
70
Hygi nic seal

PVC pipe 4"
Gravel pack
Aquifer
80
90
Roughness:
Projection:
Dimensional tolerance:
Title/ Name:
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Scale: 1 : 20
Drawing by: AvdHeuvelSR
Unit : mm
Approved by: H. Holtslag
Parts:
Inst alled on a Bore Hole
Creat ion Dat e: 21- 6- 2014

Approved Dat e: 21- 6- 2014
Part number:
Sheet size:
Bore Hole
A4
All right s reserved. No parts of this drawing and/ or sket ch may be reproduced, st ored in a database and/ or published in any form or by any means, elect ronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise, wit hout t he prior writt en consent of t he aut hor.
23
24
10 = Handle
20 = Wheel
30 = Cover
40 = St ruct ure
50 = Tubing
60 = Cover/ Cosing
70 = Slab
80 = Rope/ Piston
90 = Guide box
100= Block for well ring
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
Aquifer
90
100
Roughness:
Projection:
Title/ Name:
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Scale: 1 : 20
Unit : mm
Parts:
Inst alled on a Duc Well

Part number:
Sheet size:
Duc well
A4
25
26
E
D
3D VIEW
D
770
270
230
270
DETAIL A
( 1: 2 )
SECTION B- B
( 1: 2 )
32
VIEW C
( 1: 2 )
15
60
204
110
110
Cut t ing
7
1
ITEM
Roughness:
Projection:
1
QTY
Pipe 27 x 2,6 mm Lengt h 770 mm S 235 JRH

DESCRIPTION
MATERIAL
PARTS LIST
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1:2 1:5
Unit : mm
Parts:
Part 10- 1
PART NUMBER
1,398 kg
MASS
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Handle, part 1
- Galvanized

Part number:
Sheet size:
Part 10- 1
A4
27
3D VIEW
32
230
PVC - pipe 1"
Part
SECTION A- A
( 1: 1)
Part 4
2,6
33,7
Spacer ring
pipe 1"
Galvanized
A
2
2
ITEM
Roughness:
Projection:
4
1
QTY
Pipe 33,7 x 2,6 mm Length 7 mm S 235 JRH

Pipe 32 x 2 mm Lengt h 230 mm PVC
DESCRIPTION
MATERIAL
PARTS LIST
Title/ Name:
Part 4
Part 2
PART NUMBER
0,061 kg
MASS
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Scale: 1:1 1:2

Unit : mm
Parts:
Handle, PVC pipe and

part 4

Part number:
Sheet size:
10- 2 and 4
A4
28
29
SECTION A- A
( 1: 1)
3D VIEW
50
6 (1X)
Weld
(2x)
11 (2X)
10
80
100
* 27,7
Part 5
30
25
60
Pipe 1" x
Galvanized
* Inside diamet re 0,5- 0,8 mm

more t han out side diamet re
of handle.
A
2 Part 3
2
1
2
2
ITEM
QTY
Roughness:
Projection:
Pipe 1" x 2,6 mm Length 60 mm

Flat bar 25 x 3 mm Length 100
mm
DESCRIPTION
S 235 JRH Galv.

S 235 JR
MATERIAL
PARTS LIST
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1 : 1
Unit : mm
Parts:
Part 3
Part 5
0,136 kg
0,054 kg
PART NUMBER
MASS
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Assembly of handle, part

3 and 5

Part number:
Sheet size:
10- 3+5
A4
30
25
DETAIL C
( 1: 2 )
11,6
26 - 34
DETAIL B
( 1: 2 )
Dipende on t ire used

( ahauld be t ight fit )
100
70
15
M10x20
Nut M10
2,6
1"
156
10-
11 (2x)
* Should slise
over handle
SECTION A- A
( 1: 5 )
356 (14")
440
2
3
5
6
A
6
5
4
3
2
1
ITEM
Roughness:
Projection:
2
1
6
6
2
1
QTY
Bolt M10 x 20 mm
Wheel rim 14"
Flat bar 25x3mm Lengt h 55/ 64mm
Round 10 mm Lengt h 156 mm
Nut M10
Pipe 1" x 2,6 mm Length 100 mm
DESCRIPTION
St eel 8.8 Galvanized

Car t ire 14"
S 235 JR
S 235 JR
St eel 8.8 Galvanized
S 235 JRH Galv.
MATERIAL
PARTS LIST
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1:2 1:5
Unit : mm
Parts:
Part
Part
Part
Part
Part
Part
5
6
3
2
4
1
PART NUMBER
0,024 kg
1,320 kg
0,035 kg
0,096 kg
0,012 kg
0,195 kg
MASS
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Wheel 20 - Assembly

Part number:
Sheet size:
20
A4
31
3D VIEW
108
310
108
Cover Part 30- 1

sheet folded
550
1
ITEM
Roughness:
Projection:
1
QTY
Galvanized sheet 1000x200x0,6mm St eel

DESCRIPTION
MATERIAL
PARTS LIST
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1 : 5
Unit : mm
Parts:
Part 30- 1
PART NUMBER
0,922 kg
MASS
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Cover, part 30- 1 Galvanized

Part number:
Sheet size:
30- 1
A4
32
25
520
220
11
12
12,5
30
80
3D VIEW
COVER Part 30- 3
25
520
29
18
COVER Part 30- 2

5 (6x)
25
10
25
3
ITEM
QTY
Roughness:
Projection:
Flat bar 25 x 3 mm length 30

mm
Angle profile 25 x 25 x 3
Lengt h 520 mm
DESCRIPTION
S 235 JR
Part 30- 3
0,015 kg
S 235 JRG 2
Part 30- 2
0,579 kg
MATERIAL
PARTS LIST
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1:2 1:5
Unit : mm
Parts:
PART NUMBER
MASS
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Assembly of cover support

part 30- 2 t o 30- 3

Part number:
Sheet size:
30- 2+3
A4
33
3D VIEW
Part 4 - 1x Gi pipe 1 "- 30

Part 3 - 4x Gi pipe
"- 180
Part 9 and 11 - Hook

Part 10 - 2x Spacer ring
Part 1 - 2x Angle iron 25x25x3-100
250
Part 5 - 2x Gi pipe
"- 120 Flat
Part 6 - Outlet support
250
920
Part 7 and 8 - Outlet support
Part 2 - 4x Gi pipe
"- 950
*
400
11
2) 3) -
Roughness:
Projection:
Drill hole 1
Bend pipe
30
Steps product ion:

1) - Make pipe end flat
200
35
15
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1:5 1:10 Drawing by: AvdHeuvelSR
Unit : mm
Parts:
ROPE PUMP Model 1
St ruct ure: 40 Assembly

Part number:
Sheet size:
40
A4
34
Part 6
70
20
Gi pipe
Bolt M10x25
Galvanized
Nut M10
Gi pipe
"
Weld
Part 7
"
80
Part 8
3
Gi pipe 1 "
Weld
Nut M10
Bolt M10x25
Galvanized
Weld
30
100
80
25
25
15
10
3
11 (2x)
Part 1
Roughness:
Projection:
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1 : 2
Unit : mm
Parts:
ROPE PUMP M0del 1
St ruct ure: 40- part 1 - part 6

- part 7 - part 8

Part number:
Sheet size:
Part 40
A4
35
3D VIEW
Gi pipe
"
Part 10
Flat
47
Spacer ring spot welded
40
70
Part 9
Part 11
Gi pipe
120
" - 40
40
40
Roughness:
Projection:
" x 170
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1 : 2
Unit : mm
Parts:
81
Gi pipe
ROPE PUMP Model 1
St ruct ure: 40 - part 9- part 10

- part 11 Blocking Syst em

Part number:
Sheet size:
40 - 9- 10- 11 A4
36
PVC pipe 1 " 1

PVC pipe 1 " 2
Tee 1 " 3
PVC pipe 1 " 4
100
Elbow 1 " 5
200
PVC pipe 1 "

Reducer 1 "
Cap 4"
PVC pipe 4"
PVC pipe
6
6
8
9
" - 1" 10
Diamet re pump pipe depends on dept h

1 " 0- 5m
1"
>4" casing
5- 10m >3" casing
" 10- 20m >3" casing

" 20- 35m >2" casing
Guidebox 11
Roughness:
Projection:
Title/ Name:
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Scale: 1 : 10
Unit : mm
Parts:
Tubing: Assembly 50

Part number:
Sheet size:
50
A4
37
3D VIEW
Part 1 - Cement slab

Part 2 - Rebar
6 - 800
Part 3 - PVC cap 4"
Hole
1 "
Hole
SECTION A- A
( 1 : 10 )
Part 3 - PVC cap 4"
200
60
Part 4 - PVC pipe 4"x 3
45
900
"
- "
- 1"
Part 8 - 2x Round bar 8mm- 440
Part 5 - 4x Bolt M10x25

Galvanized
VIEW B
( 1 : 10 )
400
200
10
70
PVC pipe 4"

Roughness:
Projection:
50
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1 : 10
Unit : mm
Parts:
ROPE PUMP Model 1+2
Slab /
Wellcover

Part number:
Sheet size:
Part 70
A4
38
70
40
SECTION B- B
( 1: 2 )
Guidebox has t o fit
in cosing.
min.t olerance 5 mm
2
Weld
3D VIEW
SECTION A- A
( 1: 2 )
PVC pipe
" Lock
31
Gi pipe 1"
St eel
40
30
"- 70
St eel
12 25
Projection:
2
3
Gi pipe "
7
St eel
In case t he pump pipe is

- " ret urn pipe = "
- 1" ret urn pipe = 1 "
150
Roughness:
2.5
2.5
Gi pipe "
8
St eel
Gi pipe "
9
St eel
2.5
25
"
PVC pipe 1"
Gi pipe "
St eel
Gi pipe
PVC pipe
Title/ Name:
ISO 2768- 1- f / - 2- H
Scale: 1 : 2
Unit : mm
Parts:
ROPE PUMP Model 1
GUIDEBOX: part 90
part 90- 1 t o part 90- 9

Part number:
Sheet size:
90 - 1 t o 9 A4
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3D VIEW
Posit ion pump
To soak pit
A
12 x cement block
Filled wit h
cement
Close wit h cement 1 : 4

Rim
200
195
50
397
380
87
87
402
397
402
Roughness:
Projection:
Title/ Name:
Cement block
made in moulds
ROPE PUMP Model 1
Scale: 1:10 1:20 Drawing by: AvdHeuvelSR

Unit : mm
Parts:
Well reducer ring

Part number:
Sheet size:
100
A4
40
Annex 6: Picture report

Page 1
Collection of pumps of 5 producers at EWTEC
Model Aregawi (IDE)
Model Amio
Model Selam Hawassa
Use of black bolts instead of galvanised bolts
Problems with mounting of wheel cover
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Page 2
Problems with cover of sealed model
Corrosion of bolts, trumpet on return pipe poor

quality
Heavy Guidebox. New models use 60% less

metal and are galvanised materials
Lack of oiling resulting in broken handles
To much clearance in bushing resulting in extra

wear
Use of ball bearing but low quality. If ball bearing

are used than sealed models with grease nipple
Page 3
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Problems in Pump installation
Return pipe not sealed, PVC parts broken, Pipe

end cap is cut and has large holes so water leaks
back in well.
Lack of apron so water leaking back in well
Lack of soak pit so water around the well
Large diameter outlet pipe so pipe does not fit

into the jerrycans. Suggestion to reduce diameter
outlet pipe to 1
Pump high since it is mounted an a parapet. In

this case short base model should have been
used or a platform should be installed.
page 4
43
First meeting at EWTEC
Producing adapted models at EWTEC
Producing a tapered well ring block
Producing well cover with M10 Galvanized bolts
Mounting of Rope pump Model 2.

A frame, economy model. Instead of welding
angle iron and rebar, legs are bend and have a
hole so less material and less welding
Jigs and tools produced during mission

Incl. socket and trumpet tools, end caps, cement
guide block.
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page 5
Making cement guideblock
Making demonstration wells at EWTEC
Installing pole model pump
Use of soil punch to make a demonstration tube

well
Demonstration of new low cost household water

filters (15-18US$)_
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page 6
2e meeting at EWTI discussing results

Of investigation and ideas
Rope pump model 2. Cost 100-150 US$. The

model 1 is similar but has ball bearings
Rope pump model 2. Cost 60-100 US$

No bolts , cover optional
Rope pump model 4, Cost 35 50US$

Using poles , wheel cover and well cover are
optional
Meeting in Hawassa ate TVETC.

The ladder is used to explain the idea of the water
ladder
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page 7
Monitoring pumps in the field
Special tapered blocks to make a well ring
Families/masons in Butajera trained in making

blocs with moulds
Well reducer ring made of tapered blocks
Well cover with Manhole. Water can leak back in

well since there is no rim around the hole.
The manhole makes the well cover weak. Like

in this case there is a crack cracked in the
corner so another source for leaking water in
the well.
Page 8
47
The inlet of the return pipe is not good. It

requires a nice smooth entrance, a so called
trumpet which can be made with a trumpet tool.
Here the well slab is not sealed well on the well

rim.
The outlet pipe of 1 it fits in jerrycans
Several pumps were used for productive use.

Here the pumps is used for irrigation of a garden of
300 m2
Here a hose is connected to the outlet to traport

water to the garden on the other side of the
house
Here water is pumped for cattle.

The cattle drink from a separate drinking bucket
away from the pump.
Page 9
48
Pump with ball bearings
Pumping with the pump model 3

In this case a platform is needed
Wheel with 4 Spokes of GI pipe. Clamps in

between are missing
Here clamps are installed but length is not good
Bad example of Soakpit, The pit with stones was

blocked and a new hole for cattle was made.
This results in contaminated water.
Good example of Soakpit, all water goes to the pit

The pit is filled with stones so no water is visible
so not drinking of cows, no mosquitos etc.
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Page 10
Rope pump protected from Cows
Lubrication of bushings. To make it easier oil

hole should be on top
Slab of 90cm with one Hole of 4 inch
Guide boxes of JICA model
Pump connected with a hose for garden irrigation
3 pump models installed at the EWTI
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Annex 7: Terms of Reference and Scope of Services

1.
BACKGROUND
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
have officially launched a new technical cooperation project entitled, The Project for Rural
Water Supply, Sanitation and Livelihood Improvement through Dissemination of Rope
Pumps (RPs) for Drinking Water (hereinafter referred to as the Project). The Project is
aiming at increment of water supply coverage by disseminating RPs through Self-supply.
And one of the outputs is Specifications of RPs for drinking water and installation
technologies are standardized at the national level. It is crucial to have quality RP models
which satisfy users needs; the RP which provides drinkable safe water for a long period-with
easy maintenance.
Over the years manufacturers and organizations have made small adjustments to the original
RP model. At the same time, different models of concrete and improved well covers and well
heads have been developed and tested by different manufacturers and organisations. Also
different aprons and methods to drain water away from the well have been installed.
To design quality RPs, it is necessary to study the existing RPs and improve its functionality
with consideration to materials / spare parts availability and users affordability. The Project
Team decided to contract out this activity to local consultants or engineers who have better
RP experiences to reach effective and efficient result.
Please note that the Project Team has started survey on current users for RP improvement.
The consultant/engineer shall utilize this survey result when conducting this activity.
2.
OBJECTIVE
The objective is to design several quality Rope Pump models with well head, well cover,
apron and soak pit which are suitable and affordable to disseminate nation-wide.
3.
SCOPE OF WORK AND PROCESS
To achieve this goal, it is necessary to;

1) Collect information on RPs, national and international, and test the durability /
functionality of the existing RPs.
2) Analyze information collected at the RP active user survey, which was conducted by
the Project in May 2013.
3) Together with the 1) test result and 2) survey result, design several models, produce
the test model samples and test the durability / functionality.
4) Collect information on well head, well cover, apron and soak pit fitted with the RP wells
and test the durability / functionality.
5) Test 3) and 4) at the village level to find out if it is suitable to different household
condition.
6) Provide the details of at least three improved RP models; 2 or more household RP
models and 1 or more community RP model.
The tentative work process is outlined below;
First of all, to envisage the functionality, cost, hygiene and quality of the different RP models
with well head, well cover, apron and soak pit, an inventory of existing models shall be made
and improvements/adjustments done by manufacturers shall be collected. Furthermore, new
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ideas (making a well cover from moulded plastic) and options used in other countries shall be
investigated.
The sample RP models (e.g. JICA, Selam, IDE, etc. models) shall be procured by the
consultant/engineer. Before starting the test, the consultant/engineer should present to the
Project Team the list of the collected RP samples and all the devices to be used for the test.
Further, the methodology of the test should be preliminarily well-discussed and approve by
the Project Team.
Examples of test shall be:
1) A torque test. This test will test the strength of the pump structure.
2) A durability test for rope and PVC parts.
3) Based on the selected improvements a 3rd test may be needed to test some of the
improved parts.
4) Compatibility test. During this test the compatibility of spare parts will be tested.
5) The exact cost price of each model/improvement will be calculated.
A set of the test shall be basically implemented for several days and be repeated in the same
way after changing the specific pieces. During the implementation of the test, the data shall
be collected in the data sheet. The pictures should be taken occasionally in observing the
changes.
Based on the test result, consultant/engineer shall design several improved pumps and
present to the Project Team.
Upon approval on the improved pumps from the Project Team, consultant/engineer shall
produce and test the improved models. The testing shall take place in an independent
facility. (by persons with no commercial interest for a preferred rope pump model).
Along with the test and improvement of RP models, several models of well head, well cover,
apron and soak pit shall be designed to suit different household conditions.
The improved RP models and other peripheral items shall be tested in selected villages on
different aspects such as; user friendliness, ease of installation, operation, ease of
maintenance, hygiene, durability, wear, cost, etc.
After the tests, the details of the improved rope pumps well head, well cover, apron and soak
pit shall be compiled as the final recommendation. The dimensions of these carefully
constructed models will serve as a base for the items for standardisation of the technology.
The consultant/engineer shall fulfil the tasks described above with its own innovative ideas
efforts, in respecting the technical instructions from the Project.
4.
TIME SCHEDULE
The activity shall be satisfactorily completed within eleven month after the contract.
5.
COMPETENCY AND EXPERTISE REQUIREMENTS
The consultant/engineers shall fulfil the following qualifications;

- Work experiences in RP and/or water supply related field for at least 8 years.
- Basic knowledge on testing functions of RP/well
- Access to an independent facility/workshop and machineries for testing
- Skills on producing RPs
- Good command of English
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6.
NOTE
The consultant/engineer shall pay due attention and consideration of the following:
Locally available materials
Simple and easy manufacturing techniques
Durability of the products
Affordable sale prices for the customers
Technical advises shall be given from the experts of the Project.
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Annex 8: Sheets of 3 sessions of Rope pump Monitoring

TECHNICAL MONITORING SHEET FOR VILLAGE TEST RPS
for monitoring by a technical (project) person
Name of technician: Teshome Tefera
Monitoring date: 19 / 1/ 2014
LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full
Muzeyin Bergicho
Mobile nr. owner:
3.45 M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3B/ 4 / 5 / 6
0928971104
name):
Static water level:
GENERAL INFO (only once during installation)

Installation date:
21 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
Diameter of the well:
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:
TECHNICAL CHECKS yes / no if not correct, please explain !

Rope, pistons and PVC
Is the rope tension still correct?
yes / no
Is the rope connection still correct?
yes / no
Is the rope still centered in the PVC pipe?
yes / no
9.95M
too loose / too tight / broken

Because the raise men clamp has
no adjustment so it is difficult to
centered in pvc pipe so it is
important the adjustment system
Do you observe any wear on the rope?
yes / no
Do you observe any wear on the pistons?
yes / no
Do you observe any wear on PVC parts?
yes / no
Any other observations:

Pump structure
Are all bolts and nuts still present and
yes / no In economy type there is no bolt and nut
tight?
Do you observe any broken welds?
yes / the back pipe clam was broke when we tried to

clamp pvc pipe so we re weld it
Is there any corrosion on pump parts?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Do you observe any wear on the
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
bushings?
Do you observe any wear on the axle?
yes / no---------------------------------------------------------------54
Is there any play between axle and
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
busing?
Well cover, apron, drainage and soak pit

Is pump still tightly connected to well
Handle lock doesnt lock properly
yes / no
cover?
What is the condition of bolts in well
It is good
cover?
What is the condition of the well cover?
cracks /
Placement
Good
,
What is the condition of the apron?
cracks /
Can water leak back into the well?
yes / no
What is the condition of the drainage?
cracks /
other,
Good
other,
Good

MAINTENANCE CHECKS yes / no if not correct, please explain !
Who does the maintenance on the pump?
No one
Is this the same person that was trained?
yes / no
if not, why
The broken of clamp is beyond
their capacity so we weld by our
self
Are the bushings well lubricated (oiled)?
yes / no
How often has the rope been re-tightened?
frequency
Was there any problem since installation?
yes / no
frequency
Once I Adjusted up to now it is ok
what?
The problem is The

broken of clamps
If yes, did the owner solve the problem?
yes / no
how?
It is beyond their
capacity
Please carefully check!

Was the maintenance training (provided during installation) fully understood?
If all maintenance has been done correctly, the answer is yes.
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But if maintenance has not been done, or not correctly, please try to find out why!
For example:
Do you think the O&M training has been fully understood?

If not, why do you think so?
yes / no
Since it is beyond their capacity I couldnt test them
OTHER INFO
How many households are using the
there are 4 house
pump?
Accidentally more (from other villages)?
The owner told me 5 hour per day
How many hours / day is the pump used?

Who operates the pump?
woman / man / children,
For what purpose is the pump used?
drinking / irrigation / both,/cooking ,washing, cattle

feed,
Any other relevant comments about use:

OTHER QUESTIONS TO THE USER
Is it easy or heavy to operate the pump?
easy / heavy / other
Have you tested other rope pump models?
yes / no, which ones:
Which model do you prefer?
The user told me I prefer the one which I have now
Why?
Because it is enough for us
Do you have any suggestions or remarks?
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57

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Muzeyin Bergicho
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
3.45 M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3B/ 4 / 5 / 6
0928971104

Installation date:
21 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
9.95M

Because the raise men clamp has no
adjustment
so
it is difficult to
centered in pvc pipe so it is important

the adjustment system
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no

Pump structure
Are all bolts and nuts still present and tight?

yes / the back
pipe clam was broke w hen we tried
clamp pvc pipe so we re weld it

yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Do you observe any wear on the bushings?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Is there any play between axle and busing?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Tale
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Husen Dawid
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
7.5M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6A
0919667559

Installation date:
1 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.95M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
15.15M

Pump structure
yes / no during the first monitoring I adjust it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Tale 01
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Shemsu Omer
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
8.52M
Measuring time:
1A / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0910190317

Installation date:
2 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.7M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
12.94M

Pump structure
yes / no Grease nipples are taken by Kids but for the moment I replaced it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Handle lock doesnt lock
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Surur rejato
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
2.4M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5B / 6
0936488302

Installation date:
25 / 12
/ 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
6.9M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Temam Tira
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.3M
Measuring time:
6B / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0932680251

Installation date:
27 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.94M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
8.6M

Pump structure
yes / no
Grease nipples are taken by Kids
tight?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Yasin Temam
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.8M
Measuring time:
1B / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0925747448

Installation date:
29 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.98M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
too loose
10.8M
/ too tight / broken
( I adjusted it)
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no

Pump structure
yes / no Grease nipples are taken by Kids
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Yilma Bireda
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.1M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5A / 6
0920997100

Installation date:
23 / `12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
8.45M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamijat
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Mehamed surur
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
6.5M
Measuring time:
1 / 2B / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

Installation date:
3 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.65M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
13.3M
too loose / too tight / broke

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
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Monitoring date19 / 1/ 2014
LOCATION
Woreda name: Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Taju Mundese( Sofiay
Mobile nr. owner:
Owne(full name):
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6
O920 456224
Ariga)
Static water level:
2.7M
Measuring time:

Installation date:
18 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.75M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
7.25M

Pump structure
yes / no Since the model is windless there is no bolt an

nut on it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
There is no Handle lock
66

Monitoring date: 25 / 3 / 2014
LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Jorga Gashe
Pump model nr:
Owner (full
Ahimed Andhun
Mobile nr. owner:
2.54M
Measuring time:
1 / 2A / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0925655994
name):
Static water level:

Installation date:
30 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.79M
Depth of the well:
5.5M

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
Because the rope is too tight rope
and piston started wear during

monitoring (I try to adjust it) one of
the reason to wear for piston and
rope now more than 20 household
are using the rope pump
Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
tight?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
bushings?
67
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
busing?
Handle lock doesnt lock properly so I prefer the previou

Model

yes / no
cover?
It is good
cover?
cracks /
Placement
Good
,
cracks /
yes / no
cracks /
other,
Good
other,
Good

The owner
yes / no
if not, why
the trained person was his son but
now he move to the town to
Butajera so the owner try to
maintain by him self
yes / no
frequency
frequency
yes / no
what?
No other problem
yes / no
how?
But I solved the problem

during monitoring

68

yes / no
because the trained person was his son but now he move
to the town so the owner try to maintain by him self

OTHER INFO
pump?
Previously there are 4 house holds

but now because the Afredev pump
is not working the user become 20
The owner told me 8hour per day

drinking / irrigation / both,/cooking ,washing,

cattle feed, seedling

Why?
Because I dont see any problem and I adapt it
Due to the advice of our side he started fence

the area of rope pump
The user compiling for the digger Because they were
only Dewater but they didnt Dug my well
69
70

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Muzeyin Bergicho
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
3.45 M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3B/ 4 / 5 / 6
0928971104

Installation date:
21 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
9.95M

adjustment so it is difficult to
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
because of disconnect of raisin men

we reconnect the
pipe because
during installation we didn
t get
enough U.S.A pvc glue we used for

some of the pump we USE pvc glue
But now a day it is available in the
market
Pump structure

yes / no
71

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Zeleke Degaga
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
3.76M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3A/ 4 / 5 / 6
0924719863

Installation date:
22 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.7M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
6.83M

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no

Pump structure
yes / no
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Handle lock doesnt lock properly so I prefer the previous
72

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Tale
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Husen Dawid
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
7.5M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6A
0919667559

Installation date:
1 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.95M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
15.15M

Pump structure
yes / no
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
73

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Tale 01
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Shemsu Omer
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
8.52M
Measuring time:
1A / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0910190317

Installation date:
2 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.7M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
12.94M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Handle lock doesnt lock it
74

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Surur rejato
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
2.4M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5B / 6
0936488302

Installation date:
25 / 12
/ 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
6.9M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------

model
75

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Temam Tira
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.3M
Measuring time:
6B / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0932680251

Installation date:
27 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.94M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
8.6M

Pump structure
yes / no
Grease nipples are taken by Kids but for the moment I replaced
tight?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
76

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Yasin Temam
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.8M
Measuring time:
1B / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0925747448

Installation date:
29 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.98M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
10.8M

Pump structure
yes / no since Greece nipple is taken by kids I replace it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------

model
77

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Yilma Bireda
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.1M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5A / 6
0920997100

Installation date:
23 / `12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
8.45M
too loose / too

tight / broken
Is the rope connection still
yes / no
correct?
Is the rope still centered in the
yes / no
PVC pipe?
yes / no
rope?
yes / no
pistons?
Do you observe any wear on PVC
parts?
yes / no
because of disconnect of raisin men
we reconnect the pipe because during
installation we didnt get enough
U.S.A pvc glue we used for some
of the pump we USE pvc glue
But now a day it is available in the market
78

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamijat
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Mehamed surur
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
6.5M
Measuring time:
1 / 2B / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

Installation date:
3 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.65M
Depth of the well:
13.3M

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
He dismantle the pump as the

owner told me that because the
digger didnt dag my well so that to
deepen the well I dismantle from the
well
Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
79

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Mobile nr. owner:
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6
O920 456224
Ariga)
Static water level:
2.7M
Measuring time:

Installation date:
18 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.75M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
7.25M

Pump structure

nut on it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Handle lock was no designed so with the discussion of

Henk we make hand by rope
80

LOCATION
Woreda name: Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Kwachim(Tale 02)
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Zeyinu Omer
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
9.8M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6
O920 456224

Installation date:
20 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.7M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
18.85M

Pump structure

nut on it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Handle lock was no designed so with the discussion of

Henk we make hand by rope
81

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Jorga Gashe
Pump model nr:
Owner (full
Ahimed Andhun
Mobile nr. owner:
2.54M
Measuring time:
1 / 2A / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0925655994
name):
Static water level:

Installation date:
30 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.79M
Depth of the well:
5.5M

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
Because there are a lot of user like
20 user the owner told them to not

come and take water from his RP
but I told him it is one of the
agreement to use neighbors for
3-4 month
Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
tight?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
bushings?
82
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
busing?
Handle lock doesnt lock properly so I prefer the previou

Model

yes / no
cover?
It is good
cover?
cracks /
Placement
Good
,
cracks /
yes / no
cracks /
other,
Good
other,
Good
He start to
fence partially

yes / no
if not, why
the trained person was his son but
now he move to the town to
Butajera
yes / no
frequency
frequency
yes / no
what?
yes / no
how?

83
For example:

yes / no
because the trained person was his son but now he move to the town s
the owner Doesnt now about maintain

OTHER INFO
pump?
Previously there are 4 house holed

but now because the Afredev pump
is not working the user become 20
The owner told me 8hour per day

drinking / irrigation / both,/cooking ,washing, cattle

feed,
seedling

Why?
Because I dont see any problem and I adapt it
Due to the advice of our side he started fence partially

the area of rope pump
The user compiling for the digger Because they were
only Dewater but they didnt Dug my well
84

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Muzeyin Bergicho
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
3.45 M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3B/ 4 / 5 / 6
0928971104

Installation date:
21 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
9.95M

but for this
pump I tried to adjust it by welding

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no

Pump structure
yes /no
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
85

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Zeleke Degaga
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
3.76M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3A/ 4 / 5 / 6
0924719863

Installation date:
22 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.7M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
6.83M

Because
Kids have broken the
raiser men clamp so the rope is not

centered so that I re weld it by
keeping the center
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no

Pump structure

yes /
raisin men holder clamp is broken according of t
user told me kids wear playing on it during their absence

and broken
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
86

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Tale
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Husen Dawid
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
7.5M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6A
0919667559

Installation date:
1 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.95M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
15.15M

Pump structure
yes / no during the first monitoring I adjust it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
87

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Tale 01
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Shemsu Omer
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
8.52M
Measuring time:
1A / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0910190317

Installation date:
2 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.7M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
12.94M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
88

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Surur rejato
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
2.4M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5B / 6
0936488302

Installation date:
25 / 12
/ 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
6.9M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------

model
89

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Temam Tira
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.3M
Measuring time:
6B / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0932680251

Installation date:
27 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.94M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
8.6M

Pump structure
yes / no
tight?
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
Handle lock doesnt lock properlyt
90

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Yasin Temam
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.8M
Measuring time:
1B / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
0925747448

Installation date:
29 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.98M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
10.8M

Pump structure
yes / no
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------

model
91

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Yilma Bireda
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
4.1M
Measuring time:
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5A / 6
0920997100

Installation date:
23 / `12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.8M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
8.45M

Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------

model
92

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamijat
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Mehamed surur
Mobile nr. owner:
Static water level:
6.5M
Measuring time:
1 / 2B / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

Installation date:
3 / 1 / 2014
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.65M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
13.3M
After I re install on 26/03/14

everything is good
Pump structure
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
93

LOCATION
Woreda name:
Meskan
Kebele :Yetebon
Village name:
Mamija
Pump model nr:
Owner (full name):
Mobile nr. owner:
1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6
O920 456224
Ariga)
Static water level:
2.7M
Measuring time:

Installation date:
18 / 12 / 2013
GPS (North):
GPS (East):
0.75M
Depth of the well:

yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
yes / no
7.25M

Pump structure

nut on it
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
yes / no----------------------------------------------------------------
94
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Final Report

Evaluation at EWTI of Rope pumps of different pump producers

Project for Rural Water Supply, Sanitation and Livelihood Improvement

Ministry of Water, Irrigation and Energy / Japan International Cooperation Agency

Acronyms and abbreviations

:Ethiopian Water Technology Institute

Background and introduction

Also abbreviated as (WAS-RoPSS)

Improved Rope pump model installed in Butajera

Objective and scope of work

Implementation and results

Main findings / results

Main findings and results of the project were:

Conclusions and recommendations

Model 2 ( economy model)

Model 3 ( Pole model)

Without transportation and installation costs

Suggestions for minimum quality for Rope pumps

Suggestions Model 1 (improved

Suggestions model 2 & 3

0,5 mm Galvanized sheet Preferred

Wheel cover is optional

Galvanized steel pipe.

Galvanized steel pipe.

Clean weld slack, Paint with anti

Clean weld slack, Paint with anti oxide

Galvanized steel pipe

Galvanized steel pipe.

Aluminium . Data incl.

Aluminium . Data incl.

Outside diam. - Inside diam.

Outside diam - Inside diam

PVC Cap, cover

Outside diam - Inside diam

Outside diam - Inside diam

Poly Pipe or PVC pipe. 1 size bigger

Poly Pipe, PVC pipe. 1 size bigger than

Specific recommendation on non technical aspects

Some suggestions for improvement are:

Operation/ Maintenance / repairs

Improve maintenance by more and better training of users in daily maintenance;

Information on scaling up safe water:

Annex 1: Bills of Quantities Current and Improved Model

Bolt, Nut Galv

1.3 4.8 ***

Used car tire

*Materials mentioned are total length or numbers per pump

Annex 2: Torque test Rope pumps Butajera for different pumps

Measurement of deviation of Pump structure

Measurement with force of 5 Kg and 10 Kg with

Deviations in each pump model were noted

Model 1 Narrow structure, Ball bearings, Bend

Model 1 Wide structure, Ball bearings, bottom

Model 1 Bushings, Bend legs. Pump pipe and

Economy model, Bottom structure

Economy model, bend legs

Annex 3: Table of materials, pump structures and pump cost

Annex 4: Water quality rest Rope pumps in Yetebone Kebele

First Test (Before