Float switch is out of adjustment

Corrective Action:Check the capacitor and fan motor. Replace Capacitor, Replace Fan motor. Minimum flow 30 GPM.

Once water bypasses the mechanical seals and flows into your pump motor, its game over.

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So take an overheating pool pump as a symptom of a blockage or leak somewhere. Now this is different from the leaks that weve discussed earlier. You will need to remove the sump basin cover and assess your pump to determine the cause.

Pulsing / Cavitation sound - This is related to the first problem.

If water is leaking from the pump itself then you have a very big problem on your hands.

Not seeing what you need? The fix is actually quite easy, all you need to do is to.

inground pool pump hayward ii super It is causing the water to move too fast in the pipe. Inspect impeller for worn or missing blades. Dont forget to check out our guide on. Make sure heater is installed with the required placement clearances for air flow and roof clearance. Internal bypass valve damaged or clogged with debris.

WARNINGRISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION.

Click here for more information on how to determine if your pool has a leak, This is a very simple problem that can cause a lot of headaches down the line. Call dealer or factory for advice before attempting to replace parts. Pool pump timer is not set for a long enough running period.

Call dealer or factory for advice before attempting to replace parts.

A pool pump, no matter what brand it is, will eventually run into trouble because of the combination of heat, vibration, and moisture.

Clean entire filtering system and or replace filter element.

For a loose connection, tightening the wires should do the trick. Replace Capacitor. too cold. Check if your pump timer is set properly and that youre within the operating times. Pool is not covered.

Remove obstacle or relocate pump or switch toavoid the obstacle. For tethered style floats, ensure there is a minimum of 3" of cord betweenfloat ball and cord mounting bracket.

Check water level to make sure water is available through skimmer. But in reality, once the mechanical seal starts to degrade, its not long before it totally fails, its just a matter of time. You will need to remove the sump basin cover and assess your pump to determine the cause. If this happens, the first thing you should check is the motor itself.

Verify filter is clean, backwash if necessary to clean entire filter system or replace filter element if needed. If you leave your pump in this condition then it can lead to cavitation, surge, and even to your pumps motor burning out. Check the wiring - For some reason, rodents love chewing on wires. Unit is forming ICE or Frost on the outer air coil, usually at the bottom.

Verify water pump is on.

Float switch failure

Turn off the breaker first and check all of the electrical connections going to and from your pool pump.

Recharge with appropriate nameplate charge.

If below this range, replace transformer.

You may be able to dislodge the debris without having to disassemble the pump. Suction leak allowing air into the water flow. Make sure suction lines, pump strainer, and pump volute are full of water.

Suction leak allowing air into the water flow.

explaining what pool pump surge is and how to deal with it here. Inspect & clean pump impeller.

Repair suction air leaks, grease pump lid o-ring. Do NOT install indoors. Also make sure all other valves are open or in the proper positions to allow proper water flow through heat pump.

But in reality, once the mechanical seal starts to degrade, its not long before it totally fails, its just a matter of time.

You may be using a pump that is higher in horsepower than you need. Control Board failure. Pump cord and float switch cord are plugged in separately High wind speed over pool.

Inspect & clean pump impeller.

Most Frequently Asked Troubleshooting Questions.

Hopefully this troubleshooting guide helped you identify and treat pool pump problems as they pop up! Check Alarm Status on Control Board for LOW REFRIG Alarm. Pump is air-locked

To extend the life of your pool pump here are some things to keep in mind.

Small symptoms are usually a precursor to a bigger problem with your pool pump.

Be sure to disconnect the power to the pump before servicing it. After the pump shuts off the water column keeps moving upward for a moment, then slams down.

Slide the motor and seal plate away from the volute. Drill 1/16" to 1/8" anti-airlock hole in pipe just above pump's discharge and just below check valve.

Adjust the switch to turn the heater off, not on.

Automatic pool vacuum causing restrictionReclaim charge.

Can also try hanging the pipe with an exhaust hanger from an auto parts store. Inspect & clean pump impeller.

This will vary depending upon pump model so consult your owners' manual for that information.

Low water flow when switched to spa mode or the control is not in spa mode.

Faulty Compressor contactor.

Cavitation - Your pool pump sucking in excess air may also cause excessive vibrations to your pool pump due to the varying speeds that your impeller spins at. Inspect & clean pump impeller.

Call the factory for advice.

To avoid possible electric shock, use a broom handle or similar non-conducting item to lift the float switch.

Discharge air flow is restricted.

Improper plumbing valve settings. Pool is heating very slowly. The first type is visible or aboveground, which can be identified by, well, water around the pipes coming from your pool pump. Check the fan blade and make sure it is not slipping or broken.

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Using vertical style or electronic probe stylefloat switch in sump pit that gets laundry water Replace filter. If (1) does not work, recover the charge, remove bulb from SL, unscrew TXV head, shake it, if rattles, replace head (PN KT-45-ZGA), if not, replace TXV and filter dryer and charge appropriately. Clean entire filtering system and or replace filter element.

Impeller is damaged Set pool pump timer longer. No Alarms.

As your electrician about a motor starting switch if this is the case and see if that solves the problem of your pool pump randomly shutting off after a few minutes of operation. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions to help you identify pump problems and how to fix them.

That causes the pump to run hotter.

Check resistance of switch, if open, replace switch. Call your dealer for advice. You turn on your pump, it slowly hums then roars into life and after a few seconds, nothing, eerie silence.

Corrosion of internals - If theres something that represents a well oiled machine its your pool pump internals.

If ice forms on the outer coil, shut the heater off and allow ice to thaw. 1300 511 901. Dirty or worn filters or clogged lint traps.

You may have heard about pumice stones and how they can do wonders for your swimming pool surfaces. Verify filter and skimmers are clean, backwash if necessary. Check your pump baskets and skimmer baskets for debris and your pump lines and this should take care of this problem.

Check valve usually has an arrow on it indicating water flow. If it is hot, then thats indicative of your pumps motor overheating and thats your pumps thermal overload protecting your motor from overloading. To fix it, scroll down below to our section dealing with an overheating pool pump. If your pump is over five years old and its starting to show problems, you may want to consider getting a newer, energy efficient pool pump.

Failure of the mechanical seal, if youre lucky, will just cause water to leak to the ground beneath your pool pump.

Check water levels - This is the number one culprit for a pool pump to suck in air.

It is recommended that the outlet be fed by its own circuit breaker (or fuse). One problem is easily fixed and one will require tinkering with your pool pump, so lets hope that its the first problem and not the second one.

BROWNOUT Alarm:The 24 VAC supply voltage to the control board is low. The capacitor gives the engine that jolt of power to get it starting and running.

Install a section of flexible rubber hose (like radiator hose) between the pump discharge and the discharge pipe to provide vibration insulation.

Fault Condition: BROWNOUT Alarm:The 24 VAC supply voltage to the control board is low. Set spa pump timer for longer time.

Repair suction air leaks, grease pump lid o-ring.

Clogged filter pump impeller.

Possible Cause: 1. Low or restricted water flow through heater. If so.

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If it is, but waterlevel in pit does not drop, then you simply have more water coming into the pitthan the pump can move out.

Think of your pumps capacitor as akin to a car battery.

Check your skimmer and pump baskets - Full skimmer and pump baskets can impede the flow of water and cause your pool pump to suck in air instead of water! Call dealer or factory for advice before attempting to replace parts.

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This likely means the suction on your pump is blocked by debris. Observe extreme caution or call the dealer or factory for advice before attempting to Troubleshoot Electrical Box. If pit is not overflowing, no real issue is presentbut you may wish to have a spare pump on hand in case the pump fails fromover-use.

Check if pump shuts off before float ball is all the way down.

If extension cord MUST be used, ensure it is heavy enough gauge for horsepower of pump and length of cord.

Our reasoning for this is simple, time makes fools out of us all, and your pool pump is no exception. Pump is sucking air at end of its cycle The pump should immediately run.

Venturi air inlets are open. Float switch is out of adjustment

Water got into cord and/or float switch connector (especially possible if your breaker is a GFCI type breaker) Improper plumbing valve settings.

to pool users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property. Internal bypass valve damaged or clogged with debris. Now, with that out of the way, lets proceed with the guide! Dirty or worn filters or clogged lint traps.

Do NOTattempt any internal adjustments inside the heater. Make sure valve on suction line is working and open, (some systems do not have valves). 1. If debris cannot be removed, complete the following steps.

If your pump has been there for quite some time then it can either be just a loose connection or a failing capacitor inside of your pumps motor.

Adjust all plumbing valves. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR ELECTROCUTION. DBE55523-A44D-49A6-A989-EEE5C3376099

Repair suction air leaks, grease pump lid o-ring. If you leave your pump in this condition then it can lead to cavitation, surge, and even to your pumps motor burning out.

If water is leaking from the pump itself then you have a very big problem on your hands.

replace your mechanical seal immediately! These three factors coupled with daily use will eventually lead to problems that will need to be troubleshot down the line. If your pump was just recently installed then this is definitely a voltage problem and unless youre confident in your electrical skills then its better for a licensed electrician to check and replace the wiring.

Winterizing your pool do 1.2 Pool pump immediately shuts off after turning on, 1.3 Pool pump randomly shuts off after a few minutes, 2 - Strange sounds coming from the pool pump, 2.1 Humming sound coming from the pool pump and it wont turn on, 2.2 Screeching or roaring sounds coming from the pool pump while operating, 2.3 Loud vibrating noises coming from the pump, 3.3 Pump basket does not fill up with water. If those dont resolve the issue of low water flow then its time to check the pressure-side of the pump for any obstruction.

Call your dealer or factory for advice corrective action does not solve the problem. Low or restricted water flow through heater. (1) Remove left hand thread anti-spin bolt and O-ring.

Shaded pool area. Plug pump directly into outlet (without plugging into float's piggyback plug) to see if pump runs without popping breaker or fuse. There are different kinds of loud noises that commonly happens to pool pumps with problems and heres what each of them means. Uneven base - Your pump should be on a level surface. Improper plumbing valve settings. We have guides on.

Replace the float switch.

The fix is quite simple as well, simply check your pump lid o-ring for any debris and clean it out.

Replace Control Board. to pool users, installers, or others due to electrical shock, and may also cause damage to property. Adjust all plumbing valves. There will be times where theres enough debris caught in your impeller that the jumpstart that your pump needs cant be achieved.

Replace Control board. Pull vacuum and recharge. 1. Contact a local dealer for help. If tightening up the connections didnt do the job then you can check our. Keep your hands and hair clear of the fan blades to avoid injury.

Laundry water builds up soap scum on the float switch which will impede floatmovement. Install a section of flexible rubber hose (like radiator hose) between the pump discharge and the discharge pipe to provide noise insulation. Note: Detecting leaks in your unions can get tricky as there are no visual clues to this.

Spa will not heat to maximum temperature of 104F.

If it does, but it pops fuse/breaker when plugged in through float switch, the float switch is bad.

Setting the switch to close at too low of a flow can damage the.

If it's shutting down too early, adjust float switch per instructions in owners' manual. Direct exposure to sunlight can raise the temperature of surfaces by up to 20 to 30 degrees!

The most common pump leak is from the connection point in between the pump body and the motor. Shut off air blower and or Venturi inlets that allow air turbulence in the spa. Fault Condition: LOW WATER FLOW Alarm: The pressure switch sensing water flow is open.

Adjust float switch per the owner's manual so it shuts off before it starts sucking air.

Check to see if a phase is out.

Heat Pump is in the five minute safety delay and Compressor has not started. Inspect impeller for broken or missing blades. Pool pumps generate heat but they should never run too hot!

LOW REFRIG Alarm:Refrigerant low pressure switch is open.



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