10
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Motor will not
run.
1. Disconnect switch is off.
1. Be sure switch is on.
2. Fuse or circuit breaker is blown.
2. Replace fuse or reset circuit
breaker.
3. Starting switch is defective.
3. Replace starting switch.
4. Wires at motor are loose, disconnected
or wired incorrectly.
4. Refer to wiring instructions. Check
and tighten all wiring.
Capacitor voltage may be hazardous. To discharge capacitor,
touch short capacitor terminals with an insulated screwdriver. BE SURE to hold
handle of screwdriver while making contact with capacitor terminals.
Motor runs hot
and overload
kicks off.
1. Motor is wired incorrectly.
1. Refer to wiring instructions.
2. Voltage is too low.
2. Check with power company.
Install heavier wiring if wire size is
too small.
3. Pump (A) enclosure is not properly
vented.
3. Be sure pump (A) has sufficient
ventilation to cool the motor.
4. Collapsed inlet hose.
4. Replace with reinforced hose.
Motor runs but
no water is de-
livered.
NOTE: Check
prime before
looking for other
causes. Un-
screw priming
plug and check
for water in
pump housing.
1. NEW INSTALLATIONS - Pump (A)
does not prime as a result of:
a. Improper priming
b. Air leaks
c. Leaking foot valve
1. NEW INSTALLATIONS:
a. Re-prime according to
instructions.
b. Check all connections on inlet
line for leaks.
c. Replace foot valve.
2. EXISTING INSTALLATIONS - Pump
(A) does not prime as a result of:
a. Air leaks
b. Water level below inlet of pump (A)
2. EXISTING INSTALLATIONS:
a. Check all connections on inlet
line and shaft seal.
b. Lower inlet line into water and
re-prime.
3. Impeller is plugged.
3. Clean impeller.
4. Check valve or foot valve is stuck in
closed position.
4. Replace check valve or foot valve.
5. Pipes are frozen.
5. Thaw pipes. Bury pipe below frost
line. Protect pump (A) in a pit or
pump house.
6. Foot valve and/or strainer are buried in
sand or mud.
6. Raise foot valve and/or strainer
above any sand or mud.
7. Collapsed inlet hose.
7. Replace with reinforced hose.
