Troubleshooting - DeWalt DXWP62383 Instruction Manual

Aluminum, stainless steel and cast iron submersible sump pump
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Troubleshooting

Problem
Pump is not plugged in; switch
or breaker is turned off
Check for blown fuses or
tripped circuit breakers or
tripped GFCI outlets
If the pump does not
start or run
Float switch is defective
Motor thermal protector
tripped
Float switch is stuck or
obstructed
Back-flow of water from
The pump starts and
discharge hose/pipe
stops too often
Float switch is defective
Clogged discharge hose/pipe
Frozen discharge hose/pipe
Pump is air locked
Low line voltage
Check valve is stuck in the
If the pump runs, but
closed position
moves little or no
Check valve is installed
water
backwards
Clogged intake screen
Worn, damaged or clogged
pump parts
Discharge height exceeds
pump capacity
Float switch is obstructed or
Pump does not
stuck
shut off
Defective float switch
Possible Causes
Plug pump in or turn on switch/breaker
Replace fuse, reset circuit breaker, reset GFCI outlet
Check and replace if necessary
Allow pump to cool. Pump will reset automatically.
Remove obstruction or position pump so the float switch will operate
freely.
Install or replace check valve. If check valve is installed, check for broken
or leaking valve and replace if necessary.
Replace float switch
Remove clog
Allow hose/pipe to thaw
Check airlock hole for clogs and clean if necessary
Check wire size and increase if necessary
Inspect, repair or replace if necessary
Make sure check valve is installed in the correct direction of flow
Clean or replace screen
Inspect for wear, damage or clog and clean or replace part if necessary
See performance chart for pump limitations
Remove obstruction
Replace float switch
How To Correct
ENGLISH
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