Pump will not start - possible causes and cures.
1 No power supply to the pump.
2 The pump is not switched on.
3 The circuit breaker has tripped - re-set the breaker.
4 The pump is set to ‘Auto’ and the timer is preventing the pump from switching on - switch to ‘Manual’.
5 The impeller is clogged with debris - remove pump and clear the impellers.
6 The start capacitor is defective (pump buzzes but does not turn) - replace the capacitor.
7 The motor shaft is corroded and preventing the pump from turning - repair/replace as required.
Pump will not prime - possible causes and cures.
1 There is no water in the pump strainer basket chamber - fill the chamber with water.
2 There is an airlock in system - clear the airlock.
3 The pump lid is not tight - remove lid and re-tighten.
4 The pump lid O-ring is damaged - replace the O-ring.
5 The water level is below the skimmer, allowing air to be drawn into the pump - close the skimmer and open the bottom drain valve, re-fill the pool.
6 The valves are incorrectly positioned - set valves to ‘Normal Running’.
7 There is an air leak on the suction side of the pump - tighten all joints on the suction side of the pump.
Low water flow - High filter pressure - possible causes and cures.
1 The filter is clogged with trapped particles - backwash and rinse the filter.
2 The return line (Jets) valve is not fully open - open the valve.
3 The manometer (pressure gauge) is defective - replace manometer.
Low water flow - Low filter pressure - possible causes and cures.
1 There is an air leak in the suction line - tighten all joints on the suction side of the pump.
2 The strainer basket is full - clean the basket.
3 The pump impeller is clogged - remove the pump and clean the impeller.
4 Incorrectly positioned valves - set valves to ‘Normal Running’.
5 There is a restriction in the suction line - locate and remove the restriction.
6 The manometer (pressure gauge) is defective - replace manometer.
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