Operation; Troubleshooting - Simer 2300-04 Owner's Manual

Operation

2. The pump will not remove all water. On a flat surface
Model Nos. 2300, 2305, and 2310 will pump down
to within 1/8" of the pumping surface. Model No.
2355 will pump down to within 5/8" of the pumping
surface.
Risk of electric shock. Can shock, burn or
kill. For long cycle times, the pump must be submerged
to prevent the motor from overheating. A fully submerged
pump is preferred for proper cooling when a pump runs
for a long time.
Figure 1 - Unsnap screen with screwdriver and tap out to
clean it. Be sure all snaps catch when reinstalling it.

Troubleshooting

Symptom
Pump won't start or run.
Pump operates but
delivers little or no water.
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at
Anti-Airlock Valve
(Remove screen
and look under
pump for access)
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Probable Cause(s)
Pump is not plugged in.
Blown fuse.
Low line voltage.
Defective motor.
Restricted discharge
(obstacle or ice in piping).
Restricted intake.
Low line voltage.
Worn or plugged impeller.
The anti-airlock hole is plugged.
Airlocks
When a pump airlocks, it runs but does not move any
water. An airlock will cause the pump to overheat and
fail. The pumps have a built in anti-airlock hole. See
Figure 1 for the location of the hole. Water leakage from
the anti-airlock hole is normal.
If you suspect an airlock, unplug the pump, clean out the
anti-airlock hole with a paper clip or a piece of wire, and
restart the pump.
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Figure 2 - Typical uses
Corrective Action
Check and see if pump is plugged in to a proper outlet.
If blown, replace with fuse of proper size or reset breaker.
If voltage is under recommended minimum. Check size of
wiring from main switch on property. If OK, contact power
company or hydro authority.
Replace pump.
Remove pump and clean pump and piping.
Remove the pump and clean out the intake screen.
The voltage is under recommended minimum. Check size of
wiring from main switch on property. If OK, contact power
company or hydro authority.
Replace pump.
Turn off the pump, clean out the anti-airlock hole, and
restart the pump.
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Roofs
Empty flooded rooms
Basements
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