Troubleshooting - section d – Gorman-Rupp Pumps T6A60S-4045T-ESP 1473164 and up User Manual

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SUPER T SERIES

TROUBLESHOOTING

PAGE D - 1

TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D

Review all SAFETY information in Section A.

Before attempting to open or service the
pump:

1. Familiarize yourself with this man

ual.

2. Shut down the engine, remove the

key and disconnect the positive
battery cable to ensure that the
pump will remain inoperative.

3. Allow the pump to completely cool

if overheated.

4. Check the temperature before

opening any covers, plates, or
plugs.

5. Close the suction and discharge

valves.

6. Vent the pump slowly and cau

tiously.

7. Drain the pump.

This pump is equipped with an automat
ic starting system, and is subject to au
tomatic restart. Keep hands and cloth
ing away from the unit to prevent injury
during automatic operation. Disconnect
the positive battery cable before per
forming any maintenance. Failure to do
so may result in serious personal injury.

TROUBLE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

PROBABLE REMEDY

PUMP FAILS TO PRIME

Not enough liquid in casing.

Suction check valve contaminated or
damaged.

Air leak in suction line.

Lining of suction hose collapsed.

Leaking or worn seal or pump gas
ket.

Suction lift or discharge head too
high.

Strainer clogged.

Add liquid to casing. See PRIMING.

Clean or replace check valve.

Correct leak.

Replace suction hose.

Check pump vacuum. Replace leak
ing or worn seal or gasket.

Check piping installation and install
bypass line if needed. See INSTAL
LATION.

Check strainer and clean if neces
sary.

PUMP STOPS OR FAILS
TO DELIVER RATED
FLOW OR PRESSURE