submersible effluent & sewage pumps rl series - Red Lion

11. TROUBLESHOOTING: FOLLOW ALL SAFETY TIPS, PROCEDURES AND WARNINGS PREVI-OUSLY IDENTIFIED IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTINGTHE SYSTEM.TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTIONMotor does not run Blown fuse ReplaceTripped circuitResetDisconnected plug ReinstallCorroded plugClean prongsTripped overloadAllow pump to cool, investigate cause (jammed impeller)Defective switchReplace switchDefective motorRepair pump or replace if necessaryFloat-improper position Check for freedom of movement and operating levelsMotor runs but flow reduced or none at all Impeller jammed Disassemble pump and cleanPlugged check valve Remove valve and cleanPartially blocked inlet Clean inletLine leakRepairWorn impellerRepair pump or replace if necessaryDefective motorRepair pump or replace if necessaryRuns continuously Plugged pump inlet CleanDefective switchReplace switchFloat obstructionAdjust position of pump or fl oatPlugged check valve Remove valve, clean or replaceNOTE: A plugged pump inlet can be mistaken for a faulty switch. If pump runs continuously or for extendedperiods between turn offs, check fi rst for a partially plugged pump inlet.SERVICE12. SERVICE:a) If your pump requires service it must be repaired byan authorized Red Lion service center or warrantywill be void. If a service center is not available,return your pump to the place of purchase.b) YOUR WARRANTY IS VOID IF...Pump has been used to pump hot water (above140°F).Pump has been dismantled by someone other than anauthorized service center.Power cord has been cut.Pump has been used to pump mud, cement, tar,abrasives or chemicals.7