FEDCO MSD-160 - Basic Troubleshooting; Visual Inspection

MSD
TM
Series
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Basic Troubleshooting
If the MSD pump does not operate properly, refer to the following troubleshooting charts as a
guide to determining the concern and identifying the potential cause. If after consulting the
troubleshooting charts the cause is still undened, contact FEDCO technical support by e-mail
(fedco-usa.com and choose the “Service and Support” tab), telephone or FAX. FEDCO will give
you easy, step by step instructions on how to proceed.
Visual Inspection
• Make sure all items are accounted for on the start up check list.
• Inspect all piping and electrical connections to the motor and pump.
• Inspect the pump and motor mountings for signs of any movement or vibration.
• Inspect pressure gauges, switches and all other instrumentation for proper operation.
• Record any unusual readings.
Motor Grounded
with Correct
Power Needs?
Motor Speed
and Direction
Correct?
Air Vented from System?
Sucient Input Pressure?
Inlet Restrictions?
Inlet Piping Leaks?
Discharge Restictions?
Sucient Output
Pressure?
Figure 100 - Basic Visual Inspection