Heatseeker UniPanel®
Solar Pool Heating
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Emptying the Hair and Lint Pot
The hair and lint pot strainer basket should be inspected frequently through the transparent lid
and emptied when a build-up of debris is evident. Use the following instructions to empty.
EMPTYING THE HAIR AND LINT POT
STEP 1
Switch off pump.
STEP 2
Unscrew the hair and lint pot strainer basket lid anti-clockwise and remove.
STEP 3
Remove the hair and lint pot strainer basket by lifting upwards from its housing.
STEP 4
Empty the trapped debris from the basket. Hose out with water if necessary.
STEP 5
Check the hair and lint pot strainer basket for cracks and replace the strainer basket in the pump if okay.
STEP 6
Replace the lid and ensure that it seals on the large rubber O-ring. Firm hand tightness only is required. The
O-ring & thread can be lubricated with silicone grease.
Solar Pump Troubleshooting
FAULT
REASONS/SOLUTIONS
PUMP WILL NOT START
• Solar controller is not triggering pump to turn on. Refer to controller instruction manual.
• Pump is not plugged into power.
• Blockage is preventing rotation.
• Electrical failure.
• Automatic overload is tripped. The pump has an in built thermal overload which will reset
automatically after the motor has cooled following an overheating period. Determine the cause
of overload.
NO WATER FLOW
• Pump is failing to self-prime. Check all water seals, add water to lint pot and manually re-start
until pump primes.
Caution: Running pump dry will result in damage and void warranty.
• Valve closed – check valves on suction and discharge side of pump to ensure full water flow.
• Blockage is preventing rotation.
PUMP MAKING LOUD
NOISE
• Physical debris caught in impeller. Clear from pump body and restart, ensuring pump re-primes.
• Overheating has caused motor damage, and/or water ingress. Contact manufacturer for
repair options.
PUMP LEAKING
• Water leaking from seals – Check that O-rings on both union connections and pump lid are
greased and are not pinched or damaged.
• Water leaking from pump body – Contact manufacturer for repair options.
