October update

12:50 PM

The pump for the well finally cleared customs and has now been installed.
This brought to light an issue that had not been foreseen, namely, the voltage delivered by the power company is too low for the pump to operate safely. It needs 230 volts and it was coming in at 195 on a Sunday when the community was not using a lot of electricity. This puts stress on the motor and could cause it to burn out.

Wally is working with Union Fenosa (the electrical company) to see what can be done to boost the voltage. Pray that this is possible with few complications.

Lester and Darlene leave Winnipeg on October 29th. They have one week to prepare for the third 2008 workteam who arrive in Managua on November 5th.

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