Simer Pumps MINI-VAC M40P-04 - Manual (Page 5)

Installation 5
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UNPLUG THE PUMP
Unplug the pump before all the water is
completely gone.
DO NOT RUN PUMP DRY!
PERFORMANCE
The pump will deliver 350 gallons/1325
liters per hour with an unrestricted dis-
charge line. If the discharge line is restrict-
ed or raised and the pressure on the pump
outlet port increases, it will pump less
water.
NOTICE: This pump’s motor has brushes.
Inspect the brushes frequently; replace
them if they’re worn.
Unplug
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SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Pump stops without Pump has overheated Wait for overload to reset; pump will automatically
warning and thermal overload restart
has tripped
Discharge hose too long Use shorter hose or reduce lift
or discharge lift higher
than 28’
Pump Won’t Prime Pump body not oiled Add oil through inlet port (see Page 3)
Suction hose too long or Use 1/2 " Suction hose, 25’ long or less
too small (the shorter the hose, the better)
Worn impeller Replace impeller
Suction leaks Replace hose washer, check for leaks in hose
Suction hose kinked Straighten out suction hose
or coiled
Pump leaks Shaft U-cup seal leaks Replace shaft seal
Cover O-Ring leaks Replace cover O-Ring
Pump runs, pumps Worn impeller Replace impeller
little or no water
Bad motor brushes Replace motor brushes
Bad U-cup shaft seal Replace shaft seal
(pump will leak)
Suction or discharge hose Straighten out hose
kinked or coiled
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART