If you've got a pool pump problem, you may actually be able to troubleshoot it yourself here are six common pool pump problems and how to fix them check it out problem number one: the pump isn't turning on or it's turning off while running. If your pump doesn't turn on or if it shuts off quickly after it's been started, it's probably an electrical problem check your breaker box for blown fuses then check your connections to make sure nothing is loose or damaged, and if you don't know what you're doing be Safe and hire a qualified electrician if your motor, overheats and shuts down after it started, it could be an overloaded circuit so make sure you've got the right voltage for your pump and check the motor's vents to make sure nothing is blocking the fan. If the motor shaft isn't rotating check to see if the motor is jammed with debris and finally, if the pump turns on but isn't running at full steam - and you hear a humming noise check, your capacitor, the capacitor starts your pump with a jolt of electricity, and This is one of those parts that are best replaced by our professionals. Problem number two, the pump runs, but it isn't pumping or the flow rate is low, and this means your pump needs to be primed because something has interrupted its suction or water flow.

It could be something blocking it: a dirty pool, filter or maybe too much air in the system. If there's something blocking your pump, suction check your filter gauge if it's 10 psi above the normal reading, check your filter. This will reduce the pressure and reset your pumps flow then check your pump basket and impeller for debris. If there's air in the system, it's probably coming through your skimmer or a leaky o-ring, so make sure that your smoke level isn't too low and check your skimmer basket for debris.

You may also need to fill your strainer basket with water and reseal. It we'll go over other types of air in the system later in this video and then finally, you probably then need to prime the pump to get it going again. Problem number three: the pump is leaking. If you have a leaky pump, look for any seals that need replacing like the o-rings in the impeller housing, the thread sealant or the shaft seal real quick before we continue.

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As always, if you don't feel confident replacing a part yourself, please call a professional problem. Number five: the pump is making a lot of noise if your motor is really rattling. Your pull pump may just need better water flush, clear any blockages out of the plumbing line and look for air leaks. However, if your motor has a high pitch screech, your pump could have bad bearings, and in that case i would call a professional to take apart the motor and replace the bearings problem.

Number six. The pump basket isn't filling with water. The pump could be sucking in air or your filter or pump basket could be clogged so clean. The filter and pump basket then check the water level in your skimmer and, if that's low, that could be.

Your air problem then use the shaving cream test to check. For any other air leak in the end, if you're having issues or you don't feel confident doing something yourself, please be safe and call a professional, and if your pump is constantly leaking or losing suction or has low filter pressure gauge readings, it might just be time To get a new pump and that's it, those are the six tips for troubleshooting your pump. If there's a pool care topic, you'd like us to cover in a future video, please leave a comment to let us know and hit the like button below. If you found this video helpful, if you want to learn more about pool maintenance and troubleshooting subscribe to our channel for more videos like this one and check out the pool care handbook and video course at swimuniversity.com pool, don't forget to enter the promo code.

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