Swimming Pool Repair Tips on Pumps
A swimming pool is not just a large bowl of water, it also houses different equipment. To provide safe bathing, your pool should be operating normally, the likes of the filtration system, water heating system, disinfection system, re-circulation, and so on, are all areas where swimming pool repair may be needed. To find out more, keep reading.
Pool pumps are needed to ensure the continuous circulation of the water, to pump water through filters, to dispense chemicals, etc. When the output of a pump fails, the normal operation of the swimming pool is impossible. Also, the cost of a new pump is quite expensive, which is why swimming pool repair on pumps is often recommended.
A pump consists of an induction motor and an inbuilt filter. With minor loads, the pump housing will be made from durable plastic. When the pump is experiencing significant load, its body will be made from bronze. Repair of the pumps can often refer directly to the part, so could be limited to the repair of the motor.
Blocked impeller, shaft oxidation has happened
When the impeller is blocked by an object, you will need to remove it. Oxidation which often occurs during prolonged idling can often result in a trigger locking shaft. The shaft will need to be rotated manually before it is removed from the protective casing or the impeller.
An electrical network that is not corresponding to the nameplate parameters
You will need to check the input parameters and the mains connection block terminals for this.
There is no voltage supply
You will need to test the input voltage, as damage could have occurred to the electric networks.
Fuse damaged due to motor overload
Change the damaged fuse.
If you would like to find out more about the swimming pool repair services we at Zumba Pools and Home Renovations-Scranton provide or would like to make an appointment, please call us now at (570) 232-3741 if you live in or around the Scranton, PA area.