MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Storage
Storage
Storage
Always drain pump when not in use. If pump is to be stored for a month or longer:
1.
Flush with fresh water.
2. Inspect and lubricate impeller; replace if worn or damaged. Refer to
3. Cover suction and outlet ports with tape to prevent anything from entering the pump.
4. Store in a clean, dry area at room temperature.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Pump not plugged in.
Circuit breaker off or fuse removed.
Corroded power cord plug prongs.
Pump does not
turn on
Tripped overload.
Worn motor brushes.
Defective motor.
Air leak in suction line.
Pump will not
prime or loses
Suction lift is too high.
prime
Damaged impeller.
Damaged impeller.
Pump runs but
Suction lift is too high.
does not discharge
Inlet to impeller plugged.
fluid
Lift too high for pump.
Pump does not
Partially blocked inlet or strainer.
deliver rated
Impeller or discharge hose is clogged.
capacity
Impeller wear due to abrasives.
Replacement Parts and Accessories
Item
Part Number
1
14942027
2
14942028
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Probable Causes
Description
Items
Impeller (qty 2)
Impeller/
Gasket (qty 2)
Motor Brush
Kit
Motor brushes (qty 4)
Spring Strainer (qty1)
Suction Attachment (qty 1)
Accessory Kit
6 ft. (1.8 m) Reinforced Hose
(qty 1)
"Impeller Replacement" on page
Corrective Action
Connect pump power cord to a GFCI circuit.
Turn on circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Clean prongs on power cord plug.
Allow pump to cool, investigate cause (i.e. damaged impeller).
Replace motor brushes.
Replace pump.
Locate and eliminate air leak in suction line.
Reduce the pump height to water source.
Replace impeller. Refer to
"Maintenance" on page
Replace impeller. Refer to
"Maintenance" on page
Reduce the pump height to water source.
Check strainer screen; clean if plugged.
Pull pump and clean, refer to
"Maintenance" on page 3
Check rated pump performance.
Clean inlet or strainer.
Pull pump and clean. Check hose for kinks or blockage.
Replace pump.
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