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Ascento 37 Export St Lytton QLD PH: 1800 807 604 | VSRM Inverter Contant Pressure Pumps | V2016.12
* Leakage of inlet (suction) pipe - Check the inlet pipe is not taking in air, check all joints.
* Inlet Pipe has rise and fall (Dips). Fix suction pipe so it is both perfectly straight and level, OR slightly falls all the
way to the pump.
5.6. Pump runs but delivers only a small amount of water.
* Pump is air-locked. Start and stop several times with 2 minutes between. Or re-prime the pump per 3.7 Step 8
* Vertical pumping distance is too high. Reduce distance or upgrade to a larger pump.
* Y-Strainer or Pre-Filter is clogged - Clean or replace – see 5.1
* Foot valve blocked - Clean or replace the FOOT valve (if fitted)
* Too low water level - Check the suction and water levels
* Impeller or volute openings are damaged or fully or partially clogged. Disconnect from the power supply, and if you
are competent to do so, disassemble pump and clean. If not, have a pump technician do it for you
5.7. Fuse blows or circuit breaker trips when the pump starts.
* Fuse size or circuit breaker may be too small. Have this checked by a licenced electrician – damage to the Inverter
is possible if this problem is not rectified.
* Impeller or volute opening are fully or partially clogged. Disconnect from the power supply, and if you are
competent to do so, disassemble pump and clean. If not, have a pump technician do it for you.
* If none of the above, the Motor may be defective, have it checked by a qualified technician.
5.8. Motor runs for a short time, then stops.
* Impeller or volute opening are fully or partially clogged. Disconnect from the power supply, and if you are
competent to do so, disassemble pump and clean. If not, have a pump technician do it for you.
* See 5.1 & also the functions described in 3.9.2
* Motor may be overheating. Ensure there is good ventilation for the motor.