Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
Hazardous voltage. Can cause serious or fatal electrical shock. Disconnect power to pump before
servicing.
SYMPTOM
Motor does not run.
Motor hums but flow
is reduced or no flow
Runs continuously
NOTICE: A plugged screen can be mistaken for a faulty
switch. Unlike other pumps, screen and impeller
design of pump can provide significant flow, even
PROBABLE CAUSE(S)
Blown fuse
Tripped circuit
Disconnected plug
Corroded plug
Inadequate water level
Overload
Defective switch
Defective motor
Float in wrong position
Impeller jammed
Plugged check valve
Blocked screen
Line leak
Worn Impeller
Defective motor
Plugged screen
Defective switch
Float obstruction
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CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace.
Reset.
Connect plug.
Clean prongs.
Add water and test.
Allow pump to cool.
Adjust float or replace switch.
Replace pump.
See Automatic Float Switch section.
Unplug pump and unclog.
Unplug pump and unclog.
Unplug pump and clean screen.
Unplug pump and repair.
Unplug pump and replace pump impeller.
Replace pump.
Unplug pump and clean screen.
Replace switch.
See Automatic Float Switch section.
when screen is nearly plugged. If pump RUNS CON-
TINUOUSLY or for EXTENDED PERIODS between
turn-offs, FIRST check for a DIRTY SCREEN.
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