Submersible Pump Troubleshooting Guide
Submersible Pump Troubleshooting Guide
If you are experiencing issues with your Submersible Pump, the below guide can help you diagnose any issues, or speak to one of our Technical Sales Engineers for further assistance:
Problem | Possible Cause | Remedy |
Motor Does not Run | No Power Supply to Control Panel | Check mains input on panel. Check cable connection. |
Fuse Failure | Check and Replace fuse | |
Cable Broken | Change the control cables | |
Zero Discharge | Impeller Seized | Clean inside pump and remove blockage |
Discharge Pipe blocked | Clear blockage | |
Pump Discharge head insufficient | Check System Design Values | |
Insufficient Water in Sump | Check water input to sump | |
Low Pump Capacity | Pump running in Reverse | Swap two phases on panel |
Discharge Pipe Blocked | Clear discharge pipe | |
Partial clog in impeller or casing | Clean inside pump | |
Impeller worn | Replace Impeller | |
Thermal Trip | The stop level is set too low. Motor runs dry | Increase the level of the stop switch |
Head too low | Adjust / install flow control valve to ensure pump sees back pressure in accordance with pump value | |
Liquid density or viscosity high | Check pump is suited for application. Open valves | |
Leakage Detector Activated | Cable compromised either through wear, damage or contact with oils | Replace cable. Rewind motor if water ingress occurred |
