TROUBLESHOOTING ( CONTINUED )
SYMPTOM
D.
Motor stalls when
operating in
bypass mode
E.
Switch fails to
operate motor
F.
Overheating of
motor
6
EN
POSSIBLE CAUSE ( S )
1.
Motor protector
activated
2.
Wiring defective
3.
Bypass poppet binding
or damaged
4.
Rotor or vanes worn
5.
Motor damaged
1.
Switch or electrical
connections faulty
2.
Motor protector
activated
3.
Motor damaged
1.
Duty cycle too long
2.
Running too long in
bypass mode
3.
Strainer clogged
4.
Suction pipe clogged
or damaged
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.
Turn off switch. Allow motor
to cool, then turn on switch
2.
Use Wiring instructions in
the Installation Section of
manual to ensure proper
connections
3.
Using instructions in the
Repair Section, remove the
bypass poppet, spring and
O-ring. Clean cavity. Inspect
components and replace,
as necessary
4.
Check rotor and vanes for
excessive wear. Replace as
needed
5.
Replace pump
1.
Inspect for blown fuse,
defective wiring or switch,
or improper electrical
connections. Refer to Switch
Replacement instructions in
the Repair Section
2.
Verify the correct power
source. Turn off switch. Allow
motor to cool, then turn on
switch
3.
Replace pump
1.
Pump operation should not
exceed the standard duty
cycle of 30 minutes ON, and
30 minutes OFF. Allow the
pump to cool for 30 minutes
2.
Limit bypass operation to
10 minutes
3.
Inspect strainer (see
Maintenance/Repair
section). Replace, if
necessary
4.
Remove pump from tank.
Inspect suction pipe. Clean
or replace, as necessary