PUMPS
8
Pr
oblems and Corrective Actions
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
Pump Will Not Prime — too much air
Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction gate valves.
Secure pot casing lid on pump strainer pot and make sure lid O-
ring is in place.
Make sure O-ring on union is OK and is in place.
Ensure O-ring on diffuser nose is OK and is in place.
Check water level to make sure skimmer is not drawing air.
Pump Will Not Prime — not enough
water
Make sure suction lines, pump strainer, and pump volute are full of
water.
Make sure valve on suction line is working and open, (some
systems do not have valves).
Check water level to make sure water is available through
skimmer.
Pump strainer basket clogged
Clean pump strainer basket.
Pump strainer O - Ring defective
Replace O – Ring.
REDUCED CAPACITY AND/OR HEAD
Air pockets or leaks in suction line
Check suction piping and valve glands on any suction gate valves.
Clogged impeller
Clean debris from impeller.
Section 6
Troubleshooting
Use the following troubleshooting information to resolve possible problems with your High Performance
FreeFlo™ Pump.
Risk of electrical shock or electrocution.
Turn off power to unit prior to attempting service or repair.
1. Protect from heat.
a. Shade the motor from direct sunlight.
b. Any enclosure must be well ventilated to prevent overheating.
c. Provide ample cross ventilation.
2. Protect against moisture or other elements.
a. Protect from any foreign matter or splashing water.
b. Do not store (or spill) pool chemicals near the motor.
c. If a motor has become wet - let it dry before operating. Do not operate if it has been flooded.
d. If a motor has been damaged by water it voids the motor warranty.
Care of Electric Motor
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