Repair / Replace Pump

[Steveromo]

Thanks for the info. Got it working OK. It was just debris inhibiting the impeller rod. Opened the back plate, turned it with screwdriver. First turn was tight and it squealed. then turned free. Plugged in and worked fine. Running now - usually starts at 10 psi on pressure gauge, now starting at 5. Flow out of eyelet feels strong, maybe a pressure gauge issue. Thanks again!

[mas985]

Sounds like it could be bad bearings too. If you find it making more noise that normal and/or shutting off on it's own, start planing for a motor or pump replacement.

[FormerBromineUser]

As an aside, I am SO glad that you still check in, Mark! Your expertise is so valued.

[JimK]

As an aside, I am SO glad that you still check in, Mark! Your expertise is so valued.

+1!

[Steveromo]

Tried my old pressure gauge as a test and it read 10 psi just like it always did to start (the reason I had replaced it at the beginning of last season was because the weather had made the plastic window very difficult to see thru.) My other pressure gauge was showing 5! I thought that was the issue since the water stream felt strong! Thanks again for the feedback!

[FormerBromineUser]

One way to check your gauge is to turn off the pump. The gauge should go to zero.