I just received my pump and on first plug in it began pulsing on and off? Running for a second before cutting out, any help would be appreciated
1827463
Check that the outlet you're plugging it into isn't flakey, but it shouldn't do that. You might need to send it back.
1827464
if is submerge in water and its still pulsing! then you might have a defective pump.
1827465
Are you running it off the correct mains? Mine was doing this until I installed a transformer.
1850566
I guess that you have to turn on v2 manually, my pump run for 2 hour in v2 and then go to low rpm.I wish that it was more quiet on high speed, it is real noisy.
724554
Clean it out completely and check cords. Also make sure there is water in it, If not it may slow down or stop without it. Mine did that, but after I cleaned it and filled it back up, it was up and running. I think it's because the water was too low. That makes sense to me.
566796
I would double check the amperage required to run your pump. Not sure there is enough power from the transformer. But check the output in amps from the transformer to see if it matches the pump
465651
Make sure the pump motor is set to your electrical service voltage. It will be 220v or 110v. The pump comes set up for 220 and needs to be changed to 110 via a selector switch located under the motor end cap. I'm guessing that is not the problem since you've had it operating for a year. Also, check on hair tangled into the impeller. If it is connected to a GFI breaker the breaker may be failing. I personally had that happen to me. The pump and motor otherwise seem quite bullet proof. I hope this info leads you to a solution. The odd noise seems a bit troubling and a piece of plastic pipe or cardboard tube to the ear may locate the noise. Bad bearing on the pump shaft end of the motor? Make sure the pump motor is set to your electrical service voltage. It will be 220v or 110v. The pump comes set up for 220 and needs to be changed to 110 via a selector switch located under the motor end cap. I'm guessing that is not the problem since you've had it operating for a year. Also, check on hair tangled into the impeller. If it is connected to a GFI breaker the breaker may be failing. I personally had that happen to me. The pump and motor otherwise seem quite bullet proof. I hope this info leads you to a solution. The odd noise seems a bit troubling and a piece of plastic pipe or... » Read More Make sure the pump motor is set to your electrical service voltage. It will be 220v or 110v. The pump comes set up for 220 and needs to be changed to 110 via a selector switch located under the motor end cap. I'm guessing that is not the problem since you've had it operating for a year. Also, check on hair tangled into the impeller. If it is connected to a GFI breaker the breaker may be failing. I personally had that happen to me. The pump and motor otherwise seem quite bullet proof. I hope this info leads you to a solution. The odd noise seems a bit troubling and a piece of plastic pipe or cardboard tube to the ear may locate the noise. Bad bearing on the pump shaft end of the motor? « Show Less
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Either try another outlet if you have one, or start the engine before you turn on the slime pump. I had one that was so powerful that it killed the engine ( amp wise). This slime pump IS powerful, but maybe try a new 15 amp fuse.
389133
If it's new you may have a defective pump. Have you tried taking the pump off and running it under hot water? Do you have a pump from another product you could try, like a hairspray container?
799905
I clean mine in hot water and use pipe cleaners, but there's a cleaning kit. Try replacing the power supply, that's what failed on my pump.
2227830
The heater is clicking on and off without resetting then you are most likely not getting consistent flow from the pump. You are probably close to needing a pump. After draining tub, remove old pump and check the internals for wear/damage and odd movement...I suspect the thumping noise is the side to side movement of the impeller shaft as a result of bearing failure.
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My system shut off after a couple months of being installed as well (240v). I removed canister and electrodes appeared to have a lot of buildup, so I made a little brass brush on a handle that I could get inside and clean the elements. after doing this several times and rinsing (water came out rust colour), I replaced and it is working fine. Will wait and see how long this one lasts. I clamped it and was only pulling about 2-3 amps initially, but after a couple days it is now up to 10-11 amps per leg.
2153146
Not sure, my system is very quiet after that first fill up. Maybe it's defective, try calling customer service.
386686
Gee...sounds like a faulty product. Shouldn't do that. Try a tiny bit of cooking oil on the gasket that is on the pump and see if it's just a dry gasket. If that doesn't do it...return it.
1146266
Sounds like something might be wrong with the pump, or the dial. Mine is completely adjustable all the way down to almost no bubbling at all. I would call customer service and see what they have to say. Good luck!
977881
If it is working, you should hear it pumping and see the tubing jerking a little as it does. That is to say after having a few glasses of water, emptying the tank enough to restart filtering. If you have a tds meter (cheap on amazon) you can check the tds. It should have dropped a little from before. The permeate pump brought produced water here down to 10ppm from something like double that before.
1695564
Sorry, I just noticed that you said you just hooked it up and ran it for 30 minutes, so there probably isn't debris build-up yet. Sounds like air in the pump.
1445706
It should pump .. period. It is hooked up wrong(No Offense)or it is defective. My advice? Just send it back .. FWIWFinal, I was unempressed with mine .. Just got rid of it in part .... because I took to long to qualify for a refund.
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Make sure the pump is properly seated into its base and the suction cups are properly secured the back. Mine was a little loud as well until I did this. Also if it starts to overflow it's because the filter is dirty