Wayne ESP45 Troubleshooting Chart, Symptom, Pump wont run, Possible Causes, Corrective Action

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Symptom

Pump won't run

Possible Cause(s)

1. Connections not secure

2.Low or defective battery

3.Float switch stuck

4.Defective or blown fuse

Corrective Action

1. Check all connections

2.Check battery and replace if low or defective

3.Make sure nothing is interfering with operation of switch

4.Check internal fuse located on the PS/BC. Pull the charger from the wall outlet and remove. If the fuse is blown, replace it with an automotive type fuse of the same amp ratio.

Motor hums but pump won't run

1.	Defective battery	1. Check battery and replace if low or defective
2.	Impeller is locked	2. Unplug pump, volute, and check to see if impeller is free
		to turn. If impeller is locked, remove the obstruction.
		Reassemble pump and reconnect

Pump runs but pumps very little or no water

Pump cycles too frequently

1.Check valve missing or improperly installed

2.Obstruction in discharge pipe or pump inlet

3.Discharge pipe length and/or height exceeds capacity of pump

4.Low or defective battery

1. Check valve problem

1.Check to make sure check valves installed between primary pump discharge and Backup Sump Pump are functioning properly

2.Check for obstruction and clear if necessary

3.If discharge is too high, a separate line may be required with a lower discharge height

4.Check battery and replace if low or defective

1.Check to make sure check valves installed between primary pump discharge and Backup Sump Pump are functioning properly

No yellow light

Red light is on with alarm

1.	Battery connection problem	1.	Verify battery connection is correct
1.	Blown pump fuse	1.	Check fuse and replace with a fuse of same rating and size
2.	Low battery voltage	2.	Check battery voltage. PS/BC will not charge batteries with a
			combined voltage of 21.6 VDC or less

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