Idiomas disponibles
Idiomas disponibles
TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
Motor will not run
Motor runs hot and overload
kicks off
Motor runs but no water is
delivered
Unscrew priming plug and
make sure there is water in
pump case .
Pump does not deliver water
to full capacity
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PROBABLE CAUSE(S)
Disconnect switch is off
Fuse is blown
Starting switch is defective
Wires at motor are loose,
disconnected, or wired incorrectly
Motor is wired incorrectly
Voltage is too low
Pump in new installation did not
pick up prime through:
Check prime before looking for
other causes .
Improper priming
Air leaks
Leaking foot valve
Pump has lost prime through:
Check prime before looking for
other causes .
Air leaks
Water level below suction of pump
Impeller is plugged
Check valve or foot valve is stuck in
closed position
Pipes are frozen
Foot valve and/or strainer are
buried in sand or mud
Leaking foot valve is causing lose
of priming
Water level in well is greater than 25
feet below suction of pump
Steel piping (if used) is corroded or
limed, causing excess friction
Offset piping is too small in size
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Be sure switch is on
Replace fuse
Replace starting switch
Refer to instructions on wiring . Check and tighten all wiring .
Capacitor voltage may be hazardous . To discharge capacitor,
hold insulated handle screwdriver BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor
terminals together . Do not touch metal screwdriver blade or capacitor
terminals. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Refer to wiring instructions
Check with power company . Install heavier wiring if wire size is too small
(See Electrical section of this manual)
In new installation:
1 . Unscrew priming plug and make sure there
is water in pump case
2 . Re-prime according to instructions
3 . Check all connections on suction line
4 . Replace foot valve
In installation already in use:
1 . Unscrew priming plug and make sure there
is water in pump case
2 . Check all connections on suction line and
shaft seal
3 . Lower suction line into water and re-prime .
If receding water level in well exceeds
suction lift, a deep well pump is needed
Clean impeller as per Cleaning/replacing Impeller procedures .
Replace check valve or foot valve
Thaw pipes . Bury pipes below frost line . Heat pit or pump house
Raise foot valve and/or strainer above well bottom
Replace foot valve
A deep well jet pump may be needed
Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with new steel pipe
Use larger offset piping
P15006 (02-01-2023)
