Troubleshooting - Harbor Freight Tools PacificHydroStar Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Troubleshooting

Problem
Motor will 1. Cord not connected.
not start.
2. No power at outlet.
3. Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or switch, for example.)
Motor starts but Impeller not moving freely.
only hums.
Motor stops 1. Pump overheated.
running.
2. Fuse is blown or circuit
breaker tripped.
3. Voltage is too low.
Motor runs but 1. Pipes are frozen.
no water is being
2. Improper priming.
delivered.
3. Clogged strainer at end
of intake hose.
4. Outlet valve closed.
5. Impeller plugged.
Pump vibrates Impeller damaged, worn motor
and/or is noisy. bearings, foreign object in pump.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power
supply before service.
Item 62508
Possible Causes
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Likely Solutions
1. Check that cord is plugged in.
2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered,
turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If breaker
is tripped, make sure circuit is right capacity
for tool and circuit has no other loads.
3. Have serviced by a qualified service technician.
Free Impeller by inserting slotted screwdriver
into center hole on fan cover and turning fan.
1. Wait for Pump to cool off, restart pump.
MAKE SURE YOU DO NOT HAVE A DRIPPING
FAUCET OR SLOW LEAK, this will cause the
pump to run continuously and overheat.
2. Disconnect power and replace fuse
or reset circuit breaker.
3. Check voltage being supplied to pump.
1. Thaw pipes.
2. Re-prime according to directions.
3. Clean strainer.
4. Open outlet valve.
5. Have Impeller cleaned by qualified service technician.
Have qualified technician service pump .
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