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How do I start my pump?

Category: Pumps

With the anti-leak check valve (right next to the pump):
  • Fill the pump casing with water via the plug at the top of the pump.
  • Make sure that the pump can discharge water through the discharge. 
  • Briefly switch on the pump, but make sure you do not leave it to operate too long without water. Repeat the steps above until you get water. 
  • It is preferable to repeat these steps a few times rather than to allow the pump to operate without water for any length of time. 
  • If you aren’t getting any water, there is probably a leak in the inlet. 
  • Check all the joins or re-connect them and repeat the steps above. 
  • If you are getting water, make sure the taps are open so the pump does not overheat.
 If you have fitted an anti-leak check valve at the bottom (in the inlet): 
  •  Fill the pump casing with water (in that case, you fill the whole suction pipe immediately). 
  • Make sure that the pump can discharge water through the outlet 
  • Switch on the pump. 
  • Are you getting any water? If you are getting water, make sure the taps are open so the pump does not overheat.