Troubleshooting - Simer Mini-Vac M40 Manual Del Usuario

Troubleshooting

Symptom
Pump stops without
warning
Pump won't prime
Pump leaks
Pump runs, pumps
little or no water
Probable Cause(s)
Pump has overheated and thermal
overload has tripped.
Discharge hose too long or discharge lift
higher than 28'.
Suction hose not full.
Suction hose too long or too small.
Worn impeller.
Suction leaks.
Suction hose kinked or coiled.
Shaft U-cup seal leaks.
Cover O-ring leaks.
Worn impeller.
Bad motor brushes.
Bad U-cup shaft seal (pump leaks).
Suction or discharge hose kinked or
coiled.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at 800-468-7867
Corrective Action
Wait for overload to reset; pump will
automatically restart.
Use shorter hose or reduce lift height.
Fill suction hose.
Use 1/2" suction hose, 6' long or less.
Replace impeller.
Replace hose washer, check for leaks
in hose.
Straighten out suction hose.
Replace pump.
Replace cover O-ring.
Replace impeller.
Replace motor brushes.
Replace pump.
Straighten out hose.
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