Bailey Unicorn - Helpful Hints; Water System Troubleshooting

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THEWATERSYSTEM
Helpful hints
Toobtainefcientrunningandmaximumlife,
ensurethefollowing:
•Thereissufcientwaterinthecontainer–
donotrunthepumpdry
•Allhoseconnectionsarermandtight
•The power supply is adequate, low
performance could result from a weak
battery
Water System Troubleshooting
Water System Trouble Shooting
FAULT
CAUSE
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
Pump will not run
No power to pump
Check power supply
Check the mains isolator switch is on
Check the pump isolator switch is on
Fuse has blown
Replace fuse (do not exceed recommended
fuse size)
Blockage in pipework
Check pipework for kinks
Check pipework for blockage
Pump runs but no
water appears
No water available
Check water tank is not empty
Check filter cap is not blocked
Water leaking from system
Check pipework and connections for leaks
and repair as necessary
Check water system drain plugs are closed
Pump runs but will not
switch off
Water leaking from system
Check pipework and connections for leaks
and repair as necessary
Check water system drain plugs are closed
No water available
Check water tank is not empty
Check filter cap is not blocked
Pump cycles on and off
periodically when all
the taps are closed
(normal with partially
opened tap)
Water leaking from system
Check pipework/fittings for leaks and repair
as necessary
Check water system drain plugs are closed
Pressure switch
Check pressure switch settings
Power supply to pump
Check battery is not discharged
Low flow
Blockage in pipework
Check pipework for kinks
Check pipework for blockages
Power supply to the pump
Check battery is not discharged
Pipework/connections crushed
due to over tightened jubilee
clips
Replace damaged connections
Water leaking from system
Check pipework/fittings for leaks and repair
as necessary
Check water systems drain plugs are closed