Operating Guide

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump will not
begin pumping or
retain prime after
operating, or stops
pumping water.
1. Air leak in suction line. 1. Repair or replace suction line. Make
sure fittings are air tight and use
thread sealant tape if necessary.
2. Fittings are not tight. 2. Tighten fittings air tight, using
thread sealant tape if necessary.
3. Hose is kinked or looped. 3. Inspect hose and straighten if
needed.
4. Inlet hose is out of the water. 4. Submerge inlet hose end.
5. Clogged inlet. 5. Clean inlet.
6. Inlet lift too high. 6. Lower pump.
7. Impeller blocked. 7. Remove blockage.
8. Worn seal. 8. Replace seal.
9. Collapsed inlet hose. 9. Replace with reinforced hose.
Pump will not start
or run.
1. Blown fuse or circuit breaker. 1. If blown, replace with proper sized
fuse or reset breaker.
2. Low line voltage. 2. If voltage is under 108 volts, check
wiring size.
3. Worn brushes. 3. Replace brushes.
4. Impeller blocked. 4. Remove blockage.
5. Defective motor. 5. Replace pump.
Flow rate is too low. 1. Piping or hose is kinked or damaged. 1. Clean or replace piping or hose.
2. Low line voltage. 2. If voltage is under 108 volts, check
wiring size.
3. Too much discharge hose friction. 3. Shorten and/or increase the
diameter of the discharge hose.
Seal leaks 1. Worn seal. 1. Replace seal.
2. Pump head is loose on motor. 2. Ensure proper assembly and check
for obstructions. Tighten bolts.
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