Rule Bilge Pumps Troubleshooting Guide
- This “TROUBLESHOOTING” information is intended to guide in the general determination of pump problems and their solutions.
- Each manufacturer normally provides a description of warranty conditions.
- Some pump warranties are immediately voided if the unit is disassembled.
- Be sure to thoroughly read the owner's manual and warranty.
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SYMPTOM |
POSSIBLE CAUSE |
POSSIBLE SOLUTION |
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Bilge pump does not run. No water pumped |
Wire connections |
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Blown fuse |
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Repeated blown fuse |
Fuse rating or clogged impeller |
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Pump runs without water output |
Airlocking / cavitating |
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Pump strainer & impeller area clogged with debris |
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Pump shaft corroded |
Electrolysis, cracked housing |
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Pump stays on after water is pumped out |
Wire connections may be incorrect, automatic pumps may have faulty circuit, possible electrical short |
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Nozzle breakage |
Hose clamp fastened too tightly |
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Pump impeller spins backward | Check wiring |
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Wires overheated, melted insulation |
Incorrect fusesize, possible jammed impeller |
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