Troubleshooting Chart - Wayne ESP45 Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

Symptom Possible Cause(s)
Pump won't run 1. Connections not secure
2. Low or defective battery
3. Float switch stuck
4. Defective or blown fuse
Motor hums but 1. Defective battery
pump won't run
2. Impeller is locked
Pump runs but 1. Check valve missing or
pumps very little improperly installed
or no water
2. Obstruction in discharge pipe or
pump inlet
3. Discharge pipe length and/or
height exceeds capacity of pump
4. Low or defective battery
Pump cycles too 1. Check valve problem
frequently
No yellow light 1. Battery connection problem
Red light is on 1. Blown pump fuse
with alarm
2. Low battery voltage
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Corrective Action
1. Check all connections
2. Check battery and replace if low or defective
3. Make sure nothing is interfering with operation of switch
4. Check internal fuse located on the PS/BC. Pull the charger
from the wall outlet and remove. If the fuse is blown, replace
it with an automotive type fuse of the same amp ratio.
1. Check battery and replace if low or defective
2. Unplug pump, volute, and check to see if impeller is free
to turn. If impeller is locked, remove the obstruction.
Reassemble pump and reconnect
1. Check to make sure check valves installed between primary
pump discharge and Backup Sump Pump are functioning
properly
2. Check for obstruction and clear if necessary
3. If discharge is too high, a separate line may be required with
a lower discharge height
4. Check battery and replace if low or defective
1. Check to make sure check valves installed between primary
pump discharge and Backup Sump Pump are functioning
properly
1. Verify battery connection is correct
1. Check fuse and replace with a fuse of same rating and size
2. Check battery voltage. PS/BC will not charge batteries with a
combined voltage of 21.6 VDC or less
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