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Posted by Mark on November 4, 2006, 9:07 pm
> >> Are switches easy to replace? If so, would you be able to tell me
> >> step-by-step how to do it (or refer me to a website that might have
> >> information)?
>
before replacing the switch, check that the float travel may just need
to be adjusted
Mark
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Posted by Kevin G. on November 5, 2006, 9:22 am
Thanks for your advice. I will investigate what has been suggested.
Kevin
Mark wrote:
> > >> Are switches easy to replace? If so, would you be able to tell me
> > >> step-by-step how to do it (or refer me to a website that might have
> > >> information)?
> >
> before replacing the switch, check that the float travel may just need
> to be adjusted
>
> Mark
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Posted by on November 5, 2006, 11:22 am
If I am not mistaken a new switch and a cover gasket is around 10$ at a
larger plumbing supply if there are any left.
If the float moves freely then also try some silicone or armor-all on
the gasket that envelops the switch arm because the rubber gets stiff.
Replacement of switch is 4 screws, you might be able to reuse the
original gasket or doctor it up with silicone seal.
Kevin G. wrote:
> Thanks for your advice. I will investigate what has been suggested.
>
> Kevin
>
> Mark wrote:
> > > >> Are switches easy to replace? If so, would you be able to tell me
> > > >> step-by-step how to do it (or refer me to a website that might have
> > > >> information)?
> > >
> > before replacing the switch, check that the float travel may just need
> > to be adjusted
> >
> > Mark
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Posted by ---MIKE--- on November 5, 2006, 11:55 am
You could try to add a little weight to the float end of the arm. This
could be enough to make it shut off.
---MIKE---
>>In the White Mountains of New Hampshire
>> (44=B0 15' N - Elevation 1580')
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Posted by Kevin G. on December 19, 2006, 2:58 pm
Alright, I'm back. I had my Zoeller pump replaced because it was still
under warranty. I installed the new sump pump and let it kick on. It
pumped out the water fine and kicked off, which was great. However, I
noticed a few drips of water coming from the pipe connection. So, I
had to screw in the "grip tighteners" (don't know what they're called)
tighter.
When it kicked on again, this time it failed to kick off. I realized a
bunch of water being pushed out of the pump (from the bottom of the
pump) back into the sump while the pump was running. Is this normal?
What could be the cause of this? The pipe is screwed in very tightly
into the pump, but maybe not tight enough?
At what level should the pump be placed in the sump? Would that have
any effect on whether or not the pump shuts off?
I'm starting to wonder if I really might not have had a bad pump after
all, but maybe an error in installation?
Thanks for any and all suggestions/answers.
Kevin
---MIKE--- wrote:
> You could try to add a little weight to the float end of the arm. This
> could be enough to make it shut off.
>
>
> ---MIKE---
> >>In the White Mountains of New Hampshire
> >> (44=B0 15' N - Elevation 1580')
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