Operation 9, Troubleshooting, Performance chart / gpm(lpm) – Simer Pumps 3415P User Manual
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Operation
9
For parts or assistance, call Simer Customer Service at
1-800-468-7867 / 1-800-546-7867
* (Note:
Stop pump;
then check prime
before looking for
other causes.
Unscrew priming
plug and see if water
is in priming hole).
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Motor will not run
Disconnect switch is off
Be sure switch is on.
Fuse is blown or circuit breaker tripped
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Starting switch is defective
DISCONNECT POWER; Replace starting switch.
Wires at motor are loose,
Refer to instructions on wiring (Page 7). DISCONNECT POWER; check and
disconnected, or wired incorrectly
tighten all wiring.
Motor runs hot and
Motor is wired incorrectly
Refer to instructions on wiring.
overload kicks off or
Voltage is too low
Check voltage being supplied to motor. Install heavier wiring if wire size is
motor does not run
too small (See Electrical / Wiring Chart).
and only hums
Motor runs but no
Pump in new installation did
In new installation:
water is delivered*
not pick up prime through:
1. Improper priming
1. Re-prime according to instructions.
2. Air leaks
2. Check all connections on suction line, with soapy water or
shaving cream.
3. Leaking foot valve or check valve
3. Replace foot valve or check valve.
4. Pipe size too small
4. Re-pipe using size of suction and discharge ports on pump.
Pump has lost prime through:
In installation already in use:
1. Air leaks
1. Check all connections on suction line and shaft seal with soapy water.
2. Water level below suction pipe inlet
2. Lower suction line into water and re-prime. If receding water level
in well exceeds 25’ (7.6M), a deep well pump is needed.
Impeller is plugged
Clean impeller.
Check valve or foot valve is stuck shut
Replace check valve or foot valve.
Pipes are frozen
Thaw pipes. Bury pipes below frost line. Heat pit or pump house.
Foot valve and/or strainer are
Raise foot valve and/or strainer above bottom of water source.
buried in sand or mud
Clean foot valve and strainer.
*Pump does not
Water level in well is lower than
A deep well jet will be needed if your well is more than 25’ (7.6M)
deliver water to full
estimated
depth to water.
capacity
Steel piping (if used) is corroded or
Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with new steel pipe.
limed, causing excess friction
Piping is too small in size
Re-pipe using size of suction and discharge ports on pump.
Pump not being supplied with
Add additional well points.
enough water
Pump leaks
Clamp loose
STOP PUMP, tighten clamp nut 1-2 turns. Alternately tighten and tap on
around clamp
clamp with mallet to seat O-Ring. Do not overtighten.
Troubleshooting
Capacitor voltage may be hazardous. To discharge capacitor, hold insulated handle screwdriver BY THE HANDLE and short capacitor
terminals together. Do not touch metal screwdriver blade or capacitor terminals. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Discharge
3410P – 1 HP
3415P – 1-1/2 HP
3420P – 2 HP
Pressure
Height Of Pump Above Water / Feet (Meter)
PSI (kPa)
5’ (1.5)
10’ (3)
15’ (4.6)
20’ (6.1)
5’ (1.5)
10’ (3)
15’ (4.6)
20’ (6.1)
5’ (1.5)
10’ (3)
15’ (4.6)
20’ (6.1)
10 (69)
55 (208)
49 (185)
48 (181)
45 (170)
67 (254)
61 (231)
56 (212)
46 (174)
69 (261)
64 (242)
65 (246)
62 (235)
15 (103)
51 (193)
46 (174)
45 (170)
44 (166)
66 (250)
58 (220)
55 (208)
45 (170)
65 (246)
62 (235)
60 (227)
57 (215)
20 (138)
45 (170)
42 (159)
39 (148)
37 (140)
61 (231)
56 (212)
54 (204)
44 (166)
59 (223)
56 (212)
54 (204)
52 (197)
25 (172)
38 (144)
35 (132)
32 (121)
29 (110)
55 (208)
52 (197)
51 (193)
43 (163)
52 (197)
50 (189)
48 (181)
46 (174)
30 (207)
31 (117)
28 (106)
24 (90)
20 (76)
48 (181)
45 (170)
44 (166)
37 (140)
47 (178)
45 (170)
42 (159)
40 (151)
35 (241)
23 (87)
19 (72)
16 (60)
11 (42)
39 (147)
37 (140)
34 (129)
28 (106)
42 (159)
38 (144)
35 (132)
32 (121)
40 (276)
17 (64)
13 (49)
8 (30)
33 (125)
27 (102)
20 (76)
11 (42)
34 (129)
30 (113)
27 (102)
23 (87)
45 (310)
18 (68)
14 (53)
8 (30)
25 (95)
18 (68)
13 (49)
10 (38)
50 (345)
14 (53)
7 (26)
Performance Chart / GPM(LPM)
All models except 3420P have discharge and suction size of 1-1/2" NPT. 3420P has 2" NPT suction and discharge.