ULTRA V SERIES
OM-05815
TROUBLESHOOTING
PAGE D - 1
TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D
Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
Before attempting to open or service the
pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this manual.
2. Lock out or disconnect the power
source to ensure that the pump will
remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool if
overheated.
4. Check the temperature before open
ing any covers, plates, or plugs.
5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
6. Vent the pump slowly and cautiously.
7. Drain the pump.
TROUBLE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
PROBABLE REMEDY
PUMP FAILS TO
PRIME
Suction check valve contaminated or
damaged.
Clean or replace check valve.
Air leak in suction line.
Lining of suction hose collapsed.
Correct leak.
Replace suction hose.
Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket.
Check pump vacuum. Replace
leaking or worn seal or gasket.
Suction lift or discharge head too high.
Check piping installation and in
stall bypass line if needed. See
INSTALLATION
.
Strainer clogged.
Check strainer and clean if neces
sary.
Not enough liquid in casing.
Add liquid to casing. See
PRIM
ING
.
PUMP STOPS OR
FAILS TO DELIVER
RATED FLOW OR
PRESSURE
Air leak in suction line.
Lining of suction hose collapsed.
Correct leak.
Replace suction hose.
Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket.
Check pump vacuum. Replace
leaking or worn seal or gasket.
Plugged or malfunctioning air release
line or air release valve (if so equipped).
Check, clean and/or repair air re
lease valve and piping.
