Thermal Protection
IMPORTANT: A lack of or improper wiring of thermal and overload protection to the control panel will void
the warranty and Class 1 listing.
When fully submerged, the motor is a continuous duty type equipped with an automatic resetting heat sen-
sor and may restart unexpectedly. When connected with a panel that includes thermal overloads, the pump
may restart unexpectedly. Heat sensor opening is an indication of motor overloading/overheating, which
can be caused by application issues such as:
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an obstructed pump impeller
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switch stuck in the ON position
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pump running dry
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pump air locked
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pump short cycling
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operating the pump at low heads (low discharge restriction)
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excessively high or low voltage supply
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inadequate wiring
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incorrect motor connections
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mis-application of the product
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pump, motor, bearings, or seal that have reached the end of their useful life.
Any of these conditions must be corrected to extend the life of the pump.
MAINTENANCE
Thermal Protection
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