STA-RITE SUPERMAX-VS2 Guide De L'installateur page 19

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Diagnosing certain symptoms may require close interaction with, or in close proximity to, components that are energized with electricity. Contact with
electricity can cause death, personal injury, or property damage. When trouble shooting the pump, diagnostics involving electricity should be cared for
by a licensed professional.
Problem
Pump failure.
Reduced capacity and/or
head.
S5P2R™-VS2 Motor Assembly
Possible Cause
Pump will not prime - Air leak, too much air.
Pump will not prime - Not enough water.
Pump stainer gasket is clogged.
Pump strainer gasket is defective.
Air pockets or leaks in suction line.
Clogged impeller.
Pump strainer clogged.
Corrective Action
Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction gate
valves. Secure lid on pump strainer pot and be sure lid gasket
is in place. Check water level to be sure skimmer is not drawing
air.
Be sure the suction lines, pump, strainer, and pump volute are
full of water. Be sure valve on suction line is working and open
(some systems do not have valves). Check water level to make
sure water is available through skimmer.
Clean pump strainer pot.
Replace gasket.
Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction gate
valves. Secure lid on pump strainer pot and be sure lid gasket
is in place. Check water level to be sure skimmer is not drawing
air.
Turn off electrical power to the pump.
Disassemble (see page 14, 'Pump Disassembly')
Clean debris from impeller. If debris cannot be removed,
complete the following steps:
1. Remove left hand thread anti-spin bolt and o-ring.
2. Remove, clean, and reinstall impeller.
Reassemble (see page 15, 'Pump Reassembly')
Clean suction trap.