TroubleshootingGood troubleshooting is common sense. Do not overlook the obvious. Find and fix the problem. Be careful that you do not just fix the symptom. Be thorough. A step-by-step approach will generally save time!
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Major Causes of Pump and Control Problems at Landfills
New Installations:
- Wrong Voltage or Phase
- Cut Motor Leads
- Damaged Sensors
- Loose or Incorrect Connections
- 3Ø Motor Running Backwards
After Running First Few Days:
- Power Surges (Lightning)
- Installation Problems
- Poor Connections
- Damaged Parts
- Pump Flow Rate Too High For Sump Design
- Discharge Hose Has Become Disconnected
After Several Months in Service:
- Grounding Problems
- Power Surge
- Pump Sized Incorrectly
- Intake Screen/Impeller Plugged
- Pump Upthrust
- Methane Gas Migration