Pump

Problem	Cause	Remedy
Failure to Pump	Pump will not prime - too much air	A. Check suction piping and valve positioning on any suction valves.
		B. Secure lid on pump strainer pot an make sure lid gasket is in place.
		C. Check water level to make sure skimmer is not drawing air.

	Pump will not prime--not enough water	A. Make sure suction lines, pump strainer, and pump volute are full of water.
		B. Make sure valve on suction line is working and open, (some systems do not have valves).
		C. Check water level to make sure water is available through skimmer.

	Pump strainer clogged	A. Clean pump strainer pot.

	Pump strainer gasket defective	A. Replace gasket

Reduced Capacity and/ or Head	Air pockets or leaks in suction line	A. Check suction piping and valve positioning on any suction valves.
		B. Secure lid on pump strainer pot an make sure lid gasket is in place.
		C. Check water level to make sure skimmer is not drawing air.

	Clogged impeller	A. Turn off electrical power to the pump.
		B. Remove the clamp that holds the volute to the seal plate.
		C. Slide the motor and seal plate away from the volute
		D. Clean debris from impeller. If debris can not be removed, complete the following steps: Remove left hand thread anti-spin bolt and o-ring. Remove, clean & reinstall impeller. Reinstall anti-spin bolt & o-ring
		E. Reinstall wear-ring, diffuser, and o-ring
		F. Reinstall motor and seal plate into volute aligning with keyway at top of volute.
		G. Reinstall clamp around seal plate and volute and tighten securely.
	Pump strainer clogged	A. Clean suction trap

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