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Trouble Shooting Guide
SYMPTOM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Pump does not Run
No Power at the power outlet
Use another electrical appliance
that is known to work to check the
power point.
Blown Fuse.
Check Fuse and replace if
necessary
Automatic Thermal Overload has
tripped to protect the motor.
Switch the power to the pump off
and allow the motor to cool before
switching back on.
Ensure that the pump and motor
have adequate ventilation in the
area surrounding the pump.
Ensure that the pump is not
jammed with debris and that the
motor shaft spins freely.
The motor may be operating on a
low voltage supply.
Pump is jammed (check if shaft
is free to rotate)
Blockage in the pump or suction
strainer.
Motor bearings may be seized.
Pump operates with reduced or
no flow
Motor burnt out due to voltage
spike or flooded by water
The motor may need replacing.
Valves turned to the closed
position
Check the plumbing to ensure
the valves are in the correct position
for filtering, including any valves
on the suction or discharge of the
pump.
Dirty Filter
Clean the filter (refer to the
documentation supplied with your
filter).
Air ingress to system
Re-prime the pump (refer to prim-
ing procedure).
Check that there are no air leaks in
the suction piping or fittings.
Ensure the hair & lint pot lid
is closed and airtight.
Check there are no leaks coming
from beneath the pump and casing.
