Blue-angel-pumps BPLS100 User Manual download pdf (Page 3)

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action

Troubleshooting Chart

Motor will not run

Motor runs hot and

overload kicks off

Motor runs but no

water is delivered

Note: Check prime

before looking for

other causes. Unscrew

priming plug and see if

water is in priming

hole.

Pump does not deliver

water to full capacity

1. Disconnect switch is off

2. Defective wiring

1. Voltage is too low

2. Pump house not properly

vented

1. Pump in new installation

did not pick up prime

through:

a. Improper priming

b. Air leaks

c. Leaking foot valve

2. Pump has lost prime

through:

a. air leaks

b. water level below suc-

tion of pump

3. Impeller is plugged

4. Check valve or foot valve

is stuck in closed position

5. Pipes are frozen

6. Foot valve and/or strainer

are buried in sand or mud

1. Water level in well is

lower than estimated

2. Steel piping (if used) is

corroded or limed, causing

excess friction

3. Piping is too small in size

1. Be sure switch is on

2. Refer to instructions. Check all connections

1. Check with power company. Use heavier gauge cord

2. Be sure pump has sufficient ventilation to cool the motor

1. New installation:

a. Re-prime according to instructions

b. Check all connections on suction line

c. Replace foot valve

2. Existing installations:

a. Check all connections on suction line and shaft seal

b. Lower suction line into water and re-prime. If receding

water level in well exceeds suction lift, a deep well pump is

needed

3. Clean impeller

4. Replace check valve or foot valve

5. Thaw pipes. Bury pipe below frost line. Heat pit or pump

house

6. Raise foot valve and/or stainer above well bottom

1. A deep well jet pump my be needed (over 25 ft. (7.6M) to

water)

2. Replace with plastic pipe where possible, otherwise with new

steel pipe

3. Use larger piping

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