Troubleshooting Chart - aermotor SPCA Serie Manual De Instalación Y Funcionamiento

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
Motor will not run Disconnect switch is off
Fuse is blown
Starting switch is defective
Wires at motor are loose,
disconnected, or wired incorrectly
Motor runs hot and Motor is wired incorrectly
overload kicks off
Voltage is too low
Motor runs but no *Pump in new installation did
water is delivered not pick up prime through:
1. Improper priming
2. Air leaks
3. Leaking foot valve
*(Note: Check
*Pump has lost prime through:
prime before
1. Air leaks
looking for other
2. Water level below suction of pump
causes. Unscrew
priming plug and
Impeller is plugged
see if there is
water in priming
Check valve or foot valve is stuck
hole.)
in closed position
Pipes are frozen
Foot valve and/or strainer are
buried in sand or mud
Pump does not Water level in well is lower than
deliver water to full estimated
capacity (Also
Steel piping (if used) is corroded or
check point 3
limed, causing excess friction
immediately above)
Suction piping is too small in size
Aermotor warrants to the original consumer of the products listed below, that they will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period
from the date of original installation or manufacture as noted.
Product
Jet pumps, small centrifugal pumps,
submersible pumps and related accessories
Hydro-Flow Filters
Fibrewound Tanks
Steel Pressure Tanks
Epoxy-Lined Tanks
Sump/Sewage/Effluent Products
Our warranty will not apply to any product that has been subject to negligence, misapplication, improper installation or maintenance. In the event a three phase
submersible motor is operated with single phase power through a phase converter, or if three-leg ambient compensated, extra-quick trip overload relays of
recommended size are not used, our warranty is void.
Buyer's only remedy and Aermotor's only duty is to repair or replace defective products (at Aermotor's choice). Buyer agrees to pay all labor and shipping
charges associated with this warranty and to request warranty service through the installing dealer as soon as a problem is discovered. If warranty service is
requested more than 30 days after the Warranty Period has ended, it will not be honored.
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Troubleshooting Chart

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Be sure switch is on
Replace fuse
Replace starting switch
Refer to instructions on wiring. Check and tighten all wiring.
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 instructions on wiring
Check with power company. Install heavier wiring if wire size is too small
(See Electrical, Page 5)
In new installation:
1. Re-prime according to instructions
2. Check all connections on suction line
3. Replace foot valve
In installation already in use:
1. Check all connections on suction line and shaft seal
2. 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; see Maintenance
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
A deep well jet pump may be needed (over 20 ft. to water)
Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with new steel pipe
Use larger suction piping
LIMITED WARRANTY
Aermotor, 293 Wright St., Delavan, WI 53115
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Capacitor voltage may be hazardous. To discharge
Warranty Period
whichever occurs first:
1 year from date of original installation, or
2 years from date of manufacture
1 year from date of purchase
5 years from date of original installation
5 years from date of original installation
3 years from date of original installation
1 year from date of original installation, or
2 years from date of manufacture