Troubleshooting; Troubleshooting & Tips - T.I.P. SPF 180 Gebrauchsanweisung

operational malfunction and contribute to extend the lifetime of your unit. Sand and other abrasive matters contained in
the liquid discharged will speed up the process of wearing and tearing and accelerate the drop in performance.
The user must ensure, that maintenance is done from qualified persons, who have carefully read all instructions for
installation and maintenance.
In case the set is not used for a longer period, the pump and filter tank must be drained. Frozen water inside the pump and
filter tank can cause severe damage. Store the pump at a dry and frost-proof location. If the pump is operated again after a
longer break, please ensure all sealing and und O-Rings are in good conditon. Replace any defect or damaged sealings.
Check, if the motor shaft is moving freely before each new operation.
Check and clean the tube with filter basket (fig. 8, No. 5) in the sand filter tank (fig. 8) in regular invertvals.
1. Remove the lid with 4 position valve (fig. 8, No. 1) and take out the tube with filter basket (fig. 8, No. 5).
2. Clean the filter basket with clear water.
3. Do the assembly in reverse order. Check the sealing of the lid (fig. 8, No. 3). Replace damaged sealings immediately.
4. Insert the tube with the filter basked (fig. 8, No. 5).
5. Fill the sand filter tank again.
6. Place the o-ring correctly.
7. Pull the lid by hand.
8. Switch on the pump again.
A regular check of the mechancial and electric parts is recommended:
1. The accurate and right connection of adapters, hose and pipes and secured tightness of all screws.
2. The correct condition of all electric connections and power cords.
3. The vibration of the pump. In case of an excess high vibration, stop the pump immediately and contact your service
partner or the manufacturer.
9. Troubleshooting / tips
In the case of malfunction, you should first of all check whether it was caused by an operating error or some other reason
which cannot be attributed to a defect of the device - for instance a power failure.
The list below shows some possible malfunctions of the device, possible causes and tips on their elimination. All the
measures referred to may only be carried out with the pump being separated from the electrical mains. If you yourself feel
unable to eliminate any of these malfunctions, please contact the customer service department or your point of sales. Any
repair beyond the scope specified below must only be performed by qualified staff. Please bear in mind that all warranty
claims will become void in the case of damage caused by inappropriate repair attempts, and that we decline any liability
for any ensuing damage.
MALFUNCTION
1. The pump is not discharging any
liquid, the motor is not running.
2. The motor is running, but the
pump is not discharging any liquid..
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. No current.
2. Thermal motor protection feature has
triggered.
3. The capacitor is defective.
4. The pump wheel is blocked.
5. The floating switch is defective.
1. The pump housing is not filled with liquid..
2. Air penetrates into the pump body.
Please use a device complying with GS (German
technical supervisory authority) to check for the
presence of voltage (safety information to be
observed!). Please verify the correct position of the
plug.
2. Separate the pump from the electrical mains, allow
the system to cool down, eliminate cause.
3. Please contact the customer service department.
4. Eliminate blocking of pump wheel.
5. Please contact the customer service
department.
1. Ensure the water level in the pool is above the
suction point of the pump. Make sure the strainer is
free of dirt
2. Check to make sure that:
a.) the connection points of the intake line are tight;
b.) the inlet opening of the intake line including the
check valve (non-return valve) are immersed into the
liquids being discharged;
c.) the check valve (non-return valve) with the filter is
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