GE QS1800V, QS2800V T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G G U I D E, Problem, Possible Causes, Remedies

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G G U I D E

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	REMEDIES
Pump/motor vibrates	Improper mounting	Confirm both the pump liquid
		end and motor module are
		firmly secured to a rigid
		structure.
	Starved suction line	QSV pumps must be fed with
		positive pressure [at least
		20 psi (1.4 bar). Check to
		make sure there are no
		obstructions, constrictions,
		high points, or clogged filters
		ahead of the pump.
	Operating off the	QSV pumps must operate in
	performance curve	the flow range specified by
		the performance summary
		table or the pump perform-
		ance curve.
Pump leaks	Piping not properly sealed	Seal threaded fittings with
		Teflon tape. Make sure gas-
		kets are properly seated in
		Victaulic or flanged fittings.
	O-rings in pump casing or	Replace the O-ring if possible,
	motor module damaged	or return the pump to the
		factory for repair.

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