Owner`s manual

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Caravan Service Systems
3.1.5 Troubleshooting (Pageant & Senator)
FAULT CAUSE SOLUTION
Pump doesn’t run No power to pump Check power supply
Attach leads/clean corrections
Check tap microswitch if present.
Fuse has blown Replace fuse do not exceed recommended fuse size.
Blockage in pipework Check pipework for kinks.
Pump runs but no water No water getting to pump Check water tank is not empty.
appears Check filter is not blocked.
Remove each valve lever, tighten the nut located below the
valve lever and replace the lever.
Check all connections from tank to inlet of pump are secure,
any air leaks will prevent prime. To test for air leaks hold
showerhead underwater and operate pump. If air bubbles are
visible coming from the showerhead an air leak is present.
Water leaking at outlet Check pipework/fittings for leaks and repair.
side of pump Check system drain plugs are closed.
Pump runs but will not Water leaking at outlet Check pipework/fittings for leaks and repair.
switch off side of pump Check system drain plugs are closed.
No water Check water supply level.
Check and replace filter if clogged.
Pump cycles on and off Water leaking at outlet Check pipework/fittings for leaks and repair.
periodically when all the side of pump Check system drain plugs are closed.
taps are closed. (Normal
with partially opened tap)
Pump cycles on and off Excessive back Check pipework for kinks and filters etc., are clear.
excessively when tap/s pressure Check shower rose/taps for blockages and repair.
are open
Noisy operation Pump drawing air See cause ‘No water getting to the pump’.
Noise created by Check pump is secured to solid surface.
vibration Check pump body is clear of hard surfaces.
Locate away from interfering surfaces.
Check pipework is securely supported.
Low flow Bore of pipework/ Check for kinks in pipework.
connections too small Check pipework is not blocked.
Power supply to the Check battery is not discharged.
pump
Pipework/connections Replace damaged connections.
crushed due to
overtightened jubilee
clips
Water leaking at outlet Check pipework/fittings for leaks and repair.
side of pump Check system drain plugs are closed.
Pump internal filter Remove fitting connected to pump inlet, using point nosed
clogged (if present) pliers remove cylindrical filter mesh from inside pump inlet.
Clean and refit filter and plumbing.