Troubleshooting - Little Giant APA-05-HAR Manual Del Propietário

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you are experiencing difficulty in the operation of your product, please call the Little Giant Technical Support Line at
888.956.0000 for assistance. They will troubleshoot with you over the phone and determine the best course of action.
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WARNING
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source before attempting to install, service or remove any component. If the power disconnect is out-of-sight, lock it in the
open position and tag it to prevent unexpected application of power.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES
Incorrect supply voltage
Fuse, breaker or
GFCI tripped
Unit does not start
Power cord damage
Non-functioning motor
Incorrect supply voltage
Excessive ambient heat
Unit runs, but
near receptacle
overload at
receptacle trips
Power cord damage
Incorrect supply voltage
Reduced
performance of
Debris
aerator or fountain
Worn or broken
propeller or impeller
Motor is overheated
Aerator or fountain
and/or overloaded,
starts and stops
tripping the integral
intermittently
thermal protector
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - Make certain that the unit is disconnected from the power
Verify the supply voltage is ±10% of the nameplate rating. If the voltage is incorrect,
contact a licensed electrician or your power company.
Verify the correct rating/size fuse is used and in good condition. Replace fuse with
the correct rating/size. Check for loose, dirty or corroded connections and resolve as
necessary. Check for tripped circuit breaker or GFCI,and if found, investigate cause,
resolve and reset. If problem persists, contact a licensed electrician.
Inspect the power cord and motor lead to confirm continuity. Check for cuts or
damage. Replace as necessary with a new power cord and motor lead. Never
attempt to tape or splice a cable or motor lead.
There is nothing to repair in the motor. If found to be non-functioning,
replace the motor.
Verify the supply voltage is ±10% of the nameplate rating. If the voltage is incorrect,
contact a licensed electrician or your power company.
Overloads are heat-sensitive and can trip if a receptacle is exposed to an excessive
amount of ambient heat. Shade or move the control box away from the heat source.
Inspect the power cord and motor lead to confirm continuity. Check for cuts or
damage. Replace as necessary with a new power cord and motor lead. Never
attempt to tape or splice a cable or motor lead.
Verify the supply voltage is ±10% of the nameplate rating. If the voltage is incorrect,
contact a licensed electrician or your power company.
Debris can clog the inlet and reduce height and diameter of fountain.
Refer to Maintenance section for cleaning instructions.
Install new aerator tune-up kit or decorative fountain nozzle adaptor assembly.
Inspect, clean, and remove any build-up on the motor. Clear any debris that is
blocking the flow of water across the motor or through the pump head.
Verify the supply voltage is ±10% of the nameplate rating. If the voltage falls outside
this range (high or low), contact a licensed electrician or your power company.
Verify wiring connections at control box are correct and securely installed.
Motor may be defective.
CORRECTIVE ACTION