Troubleshooting / Repair Parts 5
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SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump won’t start or run. Blown fuse or breaker. If blown, replace with fuse of proper size or reset breaker.
Low line voltage. If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring from
main switch on property. If OK, contact power company or hydro authority.
Defective motor. Replace pump.
Defective float switch. Replace float switch.
Float obstructed. Remove obstruction.
Pump starts and stops Backflow of water from piping. Install or replace check-valve.
too often. Faulty float switch. Replace float switch.
Pump won’t shut off. Defective float switch. Replace float switch.
Restricted discharge Remove pump and clean pump and piping.
(obstacle in piping).
Float obstructed. Remove obstruction.
Pump operates but Low line voltage. If voltage under recommended minimum, check size of wiring from main
delivers little or no water. switch on property. If OK, contact power company or hydro authority.
Worn or plugged impeller. Replace pump.
Anti airlock vent hole is plugged. Clean out the vent hole with a hat pin or pipe cleaner.
Key No. Part Description Qty. 2905-04 2955-04 2957-04
1 Power Cord 1 PS117-54-TSU PS117-54-TSU PS117-54-TSU
2 Cover, Motor Assembly 1 ** ** **
3 Inlet Screen 1 PS18-128P PS18-127P PS18-127P
4 Switch Assembly 1 FP18-15BD-P2 FP18-15BD-P2 FPS17-66*
REPAIR PARTS LIST
* Replacement vertical switch must be mounted on discharge pipe.
** If the motor fails, replace the pump.
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