Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Wayne 200000-015 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL

MAINTENANCE

ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PUMP FROM POWER SUPPLY
before installing, servicing or making any adjustments.
LET PUMP COOL FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE. Submersible pumps contain oil that
become pressurized and hot under normal operating conditions.
1. Submersible pump models have permanently lubricated
bearings and require no additional lubrication.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptoms Possible Cause(s)
Pump will not
1. Water level too low
start or run
2. Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker
3. Low line voltage
4. Motor
5. Switch
6. Inlet screen clogged
7. Switch obstruction
Pump starts and 1. Back-flow of water from discharge
stops too often pipe
2. Switch
3. Check valve not functioning
properly or leaking
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2. The pump should be inspected 3-4 times per year for
3. Pedestal sump pump models have open, exposed
4. This pump may contain dielectric oil for cooling. This
5. The pump motor is equipped with automatic resetting
Suggested Remedies
1. Water must be at the appropriate level to activate switch
2. If blown, replace with proper sized fuse or reset breaker
3a. Contact an electrician
3b. Do not use an extension cord
4. Replace pump
5. Replace with switch kit
6. Remove debris
7. Remove obstruction to ensure free motion of switch
1. Install check valve
2. Replace with switch kit
3. Remove and examine check valve for prop er in stal la tion and
free operation. Replace check valve if necessary.
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pump movement or buildup of debris on the switch or
fl oat. Reposition pump if it has moved. Remove any
debris that could interfere with the operation of the
switch.
motors. Make sure the motor does not get wet.
oil can be harmful to the environment. Check the state
environmental laws before disposing this oil.
thermal protector and may restart unexpectedly.
Protector tripping is an indication of motor overloading as
a result of operating the pump at low heads, excessively
high or low voltage, inadequate wiring, incorrect motor
conditions, or a faulty motor or pump.