Troubleshooting - red lion RJS-PREM Series Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem
No power to pressure switch due to blown fuses,
open switches or loose connections.
Motor will not start
Pump pressure switch not closed.
Pump not completely primed.
Suction lift is too great.
Pump fails to
Foot valve is either not submerged, buried in
deliver water
the mud or plugged.
Restrictor valve is fully closed.
Air leaks in suction line.
Pump loses prime Well draws down too far.
Faulty foot valve.
Have an electrician install a low pressure cut-off switch
to shut down the pump prior to critical failure.
For well point
installations where
Install or adjust a restrictor valve to offset
pump is losing
available capacity.
pressure or unable
to prime Add a larger tank (20 gallon or larger) for
additional capacity.
Possible Cause Problem
Leaks in suction or discharge line.
Foot valve, suction line, impeller or nozzle are
partially plugged.
Suction lift is greater than recommended.
Pump delivers
Improper impeller rotation or low speed.
water but not at
Venturi or diffuser is plugged.
rated capacity
Motor is wired for improper voltage.
Low line voltage at motor.
Filtration cartridge (if used) needs changing or is not
installed properly.
Faulty air volume control.
Air leaks in tank above the water level.
Pump starts and
Incorrect setting on pressure switch.
stops too often
Tank is water logged or incorrectly charged.
Foot valve leaks or is stuck open.
Use socket and ratchet instead of open style wrench.
Can't remove plugs
See PLUG DESCRIPTIONS AND SOCKET SIZES.
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Possible Cause