Troubleshooting - Everbilt EFLS10-HD Manual Del Usuario

Troubleshooting

Problem Probable Cause
The disconnect switch is off.
The motor will not run.
The fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
The pressure switch is defective.
The wires at the motor are loose,
disconnected, or wired incorrectly.
The motor runs hot and The motor is wired incorrectly.
overload kicks off or the
The voltage is too low.
motor does not run and
only hums.
The motor runs but no The pump was not primed correctly.
water is delivered.
There are air leaks.
The foot valve or check valve is leaking.
*Stop the pump; then
check the prime before
The pipe size is too small.
looking for other
causes. Unscrew the
priming plug and see if The water level is below the suction pipe
water is in the priming inlet.
hole.
The impeller is plugged.
The check valve or foot valve is stuck shut.
The pipes are frozen.
The foot valve and/or strainer are buried in
sand or mud.
The pump does not
deliver water to full The water level in the well is lower than
capacity. estimated.
The steel piping (if used) is corroded or limed,
causing excess friction.
The piping is too small in size.
The pump is not being supplied with enough
water.
The pump leaks around The clamp is loose.
the clamp.
Corrective Action
Ensure the switch is on.
DISCONNECT POWER; Replace the pressure switch.
Refer to the Wiring instructions. DISCONNECT POWER; check and
tighten all wiring.
Refer to the Wiring instructions.
Check with the power company. Install heavier wiring if the wire
size is too small (See the chart in the Wiring section).
Re-prime according to instructions.
Check all connections on the suction line and shaft seal and AVC
with shaving cream.
Replace the foot valve or check valve.
Re-pipe using the size of suction and discharge ports on the
pump.
Lower the suction line into the water and re-prime. If receding
water level in the well exceeds 25 ft. (7.6M), a deep well pump is
needed.
Clean the impeller.
Replace the check valve or foot valve.
Thaw pipes. Bury the pipes below the frost line. Heat pit or pump
Raise foot valve and/or strainer above bottom of water source.
A deep well jet will be needed if your well is more than 25 ft.
(7.6M) depth to water.
Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with new
steel pipe.
Use larger piping.
Add additional well points.
STOP THE PUMP. Tighten the clamp nut 1-2 turns. Alternately
tighten and tap on the clamp with a mallet to seat the O-ring. Do
not overtighten.
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