Accessible - Pump Handles
From Akvopedia
Suitable for: Users with limited strength or grip. |
Construction | Advantages | Disadvantages | Improvements / variations | Cost / labour |
Bent T-bar with tube which slips over the end of a standard pump handle. A screw keeps it in place |
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Might invalidate pump warranty | Medium | |
Prototype of adapted pump handle being trialled in conjunction with a concrete seat |
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Based on testing with local users, this handle has been rejected in favour of the P-handle below (but is included for interest). | High |
P-handle with a hollow pipe that slides over the end of India MK II pump handle and is kept in place with screws |
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CAD drawing of the P-handle: |
Initially high (training required); subsequently medium |
Acknowledgements
- Content and images: Compendium of accessible WASH technologies WaterAid.