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TROUBLESHOOTING
b)
Reduced pressure or capacity:
1)
Partially collapsed or clogged suction hose.
2)
Clogged impeller.
3)
Leaks in the suction line.
4)
Strainer or end suction hose is not properly sub
-
merged.
5)
Suction line is improperly installed, resulting in air pockets
in the suction line.
6)
Suction lift is too great (the greater the suction lift, the
lower the capacity and pressure).
7)
Worn parts, such as the impeller or the pump casing.
a)
Pump fails to prime or primes slowly:
1)
Leaks in the suction line.
2)
Loose gasket connection due to shrinkage of the gas
-
ket.
3)
Collapsed or clogged suction line.
4)
Not enough water in the casing for priming.
5)
Suction lift is too great.
