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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before attempting any corrective actions, ensure that the pump is in the OFF position, and the
breaker supplying power to the pump is also turned OFF. To avoid any potential electrical hazards,
wait until the remaining power in the capacitor is fully discharged before proceeding with any work
on the pump.
ISSUE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump Won’t Start
Improper or loose wiring
connections; open
switches or relays
Check all connections.
Tripped circuit breakers Reset tripped breakers.
Blown fuses.
Replace blown fuses in the Circuit Breakers
(Applies to older homes).
Mechanical binding and
electrical overload
Manually check rotation of motor shaft for free
movement with no obstruction.
Using a pump timer
If using a pump timer try overriding, it to ensure the
pump is receiving power. Also check the rocker
switch on the back of the pump to confirm the power
is on either high or low speed so that the timer can
turn the pump on
and off to the set speed.
Pump Starts then
Stops
Undersized wiring
Contact qualified professional to check that the
wiring gauge is heavy enough. The wiring should
be at least AWG14.
Loose connections Check all connections.
Low voltage at motor or
power drop (frequently
caused by undersized
wiring or extension cord
use)
Contact qualified professional to check that the
wiring gauge is heavy enough. The wiring should
be at least AWG14.
Overheating
The pump shouldn't be running for more than 8
hours a day. Ensure that it is either well shaded or
run during the cooler times of the day to prevent the
bearings from drying out quickly.
Mechanical binding
Manually check rotation
of motor shaft for free
movement with no obstruction.
Electrical overload
Ensure proper grounding and wiring voltage.
DANGER
TROUBLESHOOTING
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