Pentair MYERS S33 - Manual (Page 6)

P. 6 23833A587 Bag #18812A108 P. 7 23833A587 Bag #18812A108
SYMPTOMS
Pump does not run or hum. X X X X X X
Pump runs but does not deliver water. X X X X X X
Pump runs and pumps out sump but does not stop. X
Pump runs but delivers only small amount of water. X X X X
Fuse blows or circuit breaker trips when pump starts. X X X X
Motor runs for short time then stops. Then after short
period starts again. Indicates tripping overload X X X
caused by symptom shown.
For any other symptoms call Myers Service Dealer. Check tether length of switch per directions.
Service
Chart
SOLUTIONS
Line circuit breaker may be off, or fuse, if used, may be blown or loose. W
ater level in sump may be too low
. Run in more water
. T
ur
n-on level is 12 to
13 inches above sump bottom. Pump cord plug may not be making contact in receptacle. If pump is using the series cord plug, the two plugs may not be plugged tight together
.
Float may be stuck. Be sure float operates freely in basin. If all symptoms check OK, motor winding may be open. T
ake to ser
vice center
for check. Check valve may be installed backward. Arrow on valve points in direction of flow
.
Discharge shut-off valve, if used, may be closed. Pump may be air locked. Star
t and stop several times by plugging and
unplugging cord. Check vent hole in pump case for plugging. Pu
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Inlet holes in pump base may be clogged. Remove pump and clean out openings. Impeller or volute openings may be plugged or par
tially plugged. Remove
pump and clean per maintenance instructions. Float is stuck in up position. Be sure fl
oat operates freely in basin.
Fuse size or circuit breaker is too small. Must be 15 amps. Defective motor stator; retur
n to Myers ser
vice center
.