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8.914-458.0-G • Water Maze CLB-603
WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM
Troubleshooting Guide
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TROUBLESHOOTING - PUMP MOTOR
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
MOTOR WILL
NOT RUN
Disconnect switch is "OFF" Be sure switch is on.
Breaker is tripped Reset breaker.
Starting switch is defective Replace starting switch.
Wires at motor are loose, discon-
nected or wired incorrectly
Refer to instructions on wiring. Check and tighten
all wiring.
Pressure switch contacts are dirty
(Transfer Pump)
Clean by sliding piece of plain paper (or crocus
cloth) between contacts.
MOTOR RUNS
HOT AND
OVERLOAD
KICKS OFF
Motor is wired incorrectly Refer to instructions on wiring.
Voltage is too low Check with power company. Install heavier wiring if
wire size is too small. See wiring instructions.
Defective fl oat switch Disconnect switch, check with ohmmeter.
MOTOR RUNS
BUT NO WATER
IS DELIVERED
Pump in a new installation did not
pick up prime through:
a. Improper priming a. Re-prime (3 or 4 times may be needed) by
stopping and starting motor several times.
b. Air leaks b. Check all connections on suction line.
Pump has lost its prime through:
a. Air leaks a. Check all connections on suction line, air
volume control, jet and shaft seal.
b. Water level below suction of
pump
b. Lower suction line into water and re-prime.
Check valve is stuck
in closed position
Replace check valve.
Pipes are frozen Thaw pipes. Bury pipes below frost line. Heat
pipes below frost line. Heat pit or pump house.
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