Water leaks from the side of the pump, is this normal?
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Yes, this is an air bleed hole to help prevent the pump from getting air lock.
What oil goes inside the pump?
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Dielectric oil.
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20.00 Oz
What is the HP?
- 1/3 HP
How High can it pump?
Why does the float switch go all the way up, but the pump does not turn on?
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Ensure there is nothing blocking the float from going all the way up.
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The float assembly needs to be replaced, because it is not pushing the pump to the on position.
Do I need to drill a separate air bleed hole since the pump already has one?
- If one air bleed hole gets clogged, then yes, drill another hole.
Why does the pump hum, but the impeller does not spin?
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The pump could be clogged.
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The motor or the capacitor could be going bad.
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If so, replace the pump.
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The pump turns on and the impeller spins, but it does not discharge water.
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The pump is air locked.
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There is blockage in the discharge line.
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The check valve could be installed in the wrong direction or not opening.
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Head/vertical pumping height is too high for the pump.
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For more information, review the troubleshooting section of the owner’s manual.
The switch activates, but the pump does not turn on.
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Ensure proper voltage supply.
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Ensure the ground fault has not tripped.
