The CPS3 Utilizes a High Efficient 4 FLA, Oil filled PSC Motor with upper and lower ball bearings. The pump can run continuous when submerged. Great for Basements, Dewatering, & Septic applications. SSPMA Certified.  These  units were ordered  with 50 feet power cord  they would be great  for ponds   very  high quality  pumps  stop buying  those cheap   pump   These  retail  over 400$$  for just pump head  unit  is a manual you would  have  to pick hook  up to separate  power switch  to turn on and off