Elevate your pool and landscape experience: expert advice and solutions for seamless enjoyment.
Elevate your pool and landscape experience: expert advice and solutions for seamless enjoyment.
Why is my pump running hot and powering off?
This maybe caused by insufficient power due to an undersized wire or a poor connection. Check your owner’s manual for proper wiring.
Your local power company might be experiencing a power drop especially during a heat wave. Restart your pump when the weather cools to confirm that the problem is really in the motor.
Your pump has a thermal overload, which will shut the motor off when it gets too hot—it will restart once it has cooled down. Check the air intake vents of your motor to ensure they are free of debris. If debris is blocking these vents, it will cause the motor to run hot and possibly shut down.
Make sure your pump is located in an area with adequate drainage. Flooding from rain and other sources could cause a pump to run hot and cut off.
