Trouble Shooting
Before taking any trouble shooting action, disconnect pump from the
power supply. If there is any damage to the power cord or pump, repairs
or replacements must be handled by EasyPro or a qualified party.
Does not start
• Make sure power cord is plugged in
• Float (not included) may not be moving
freely, increase depth
Does not shut-off • Pump is not disabled by float (not included),
make sure float can move freely
Humming
• Line circuit breaker is off, fuse is burned or loose
• Pump cord is not making contact in receptacle
Running, no water • Suction grid or piping are clogged
• Impeller is worn or stuck
• Required head is too high for the pump specifications
• Water level is too low
Running, very
• Pump is air-locked, start and stop several times by
little water
plugging and unplugging cord, check for clogged
vent hole
• Vertical pumping distance is too high or the pipe
size is too small
• Inlet or impeller clogged
• Low water conditions with pump sucking air
GFCI breaker
• Mechanical seals may need to be replaced
tripping
• Power cord may be damaged and getting wet
• Nuisance trip due to improper grounding
• Overloaded circuit
Motor briefly
• Low water conditions, pump overheating
starts and stops • Inlet or impeller clogged
• Improper power supply
Pumps stops
• Make sure water being pumped is not too dense,
causing the pump to overheat.
• Clear obstructions on impeller
• Check power supply to comply with nameplate data
• Wait for pump to cool, correct reason for overheating,
plug back in and resume operation
