My sump keep stoping my friend comes and clean it then it works for a while. Does this mean the switch might be bad?
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In my experience, it wasn't the switch. The lever system had to be replaced too. There is a rubber gasket that becomes stiff over time and causes too much friction for the switch to operate the lever.
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It is more likely he is cleaning the inlet area where too much crud is clogging the impeller. That would be unusual, sump water is usually free of most sludge or particulate matter. If he is removing the float, switch assembly, cleaning something in there then I would think a seal is bad letting water in to the float switch area. That could present a shock hazard. The actual microswitch used on my pumps should be replaced as an assembly, as it is riveted plastic box and not designed to be rebuilt. Plus the switch itself only costs a few dollars.
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Probably not. If cleaning it fixes it, I assume you mean cleaning the impeller, and it will work until it clogs up again, my guess is, based on the iformation you have prvided. The problem would be that the pump is not designed to pump what ever is clogging it. If it works after it is cleaned out the switch would be operative.
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I had a switch that worked most of the time. Once in a while it would "stick" and a small tap on the side of the unit would free it up and it would run again ok for quite some time. However, on one of its stick times, I hadn't checked it for some time and my whole basement flooded. I changed the switch which I believe is a weak point in the system (after reading other people's posts).
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It depends what he cleans. Does he take the cover off and clean in by the switch?
1142371
Probably depends on what they do to clean it! Mine was working intermittently, then started needing me to pull the float up an tap it to start running. After replacing the switch it has run consistently without issue
1004956
Honestly I've never had that as an issue if the diverter has been installed properly. I would check to see if it has been installed properly.
339260
If the machine is reading the cleaning disc and running a clean cycle, it probably isn't the disc. I would suggest turning the unit off, unplugging it, check the barcode reader to ensure it's clean (carefully clean it if necessary), ensure the water tank is full, and then plug it back in & turn it on...
987190
Sounds like there is some type leak in your system where the pump has to keep trying to pump water because it can't make a complete seal when it tries to shut off. Wish I could give you a better answer.
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As with all backup systems of any kind, you should occasionally check its operation. I check mine about every 6 months, especially in early spring when most of my water starts to come in to the sump pump. All I do is unplug the main sump pump and wait to make sure the basepump kicks on. If there is no water coming into the sump, I have to run a garden hose into the sump to test it. The first year I had it, one of my tests failed because I must have not clamped the float down tight enough and the float got caught on the side of the sump wall and wouldn't raise but that was my fault for not tightening down the clamp enough. Thats why its always good to test any backup, no matter what it is.
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Sounds like a faulty product. Pretty hard to mess up the (simple) install. Mine works fine (house hot water recirc pump)
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Ms. DiMasi. I have observed the same bottom spraying as you describe when the water is no longer high enough to be pumped up through the discharge outlet and concluded that it is caused by the impeller spinning. The reason I replaced the pump switch was due to opposite experience to yours: One of our three pumps was running constantly every several cycles and overheated because of the absence of water. I believe, if the switch failed to close (rather than stick closed as in my case) to start the pump, your experience seems to be a reasonable outcome. Since your pump works only infrequently, I suggest that you replace the switch on top the pump as I did. The pump itself is tough and durable. Cost of the switch is low and replacement is easy if you remove the hose clamp from the discharge pipe to free it and lift the pump out of the well to a comfortable working height. Happy to answer any other questions. Good luck!
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Yeah I had it happen. Water catches and then light stays on. Try tapping it or letting a little water run off til it clears.
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Are you filling it to the max fill line? It usually takes a couple of minutes for the water signal to reset. Mine did that and I lightly banged the sides and it started working. If that's not the problem then you may have to call Edge Star for help.
106627
sounds like grinding dust has entered the switch assembly. I would suggest replacing the switch.
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Have never had that problem, and we have two of them. I would say its a malfunction. Either a problem in your wiring or a defective switch.
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If you actually need to replace the tank instead of just dumping the dirty water and washing it out - here is a thought. You may have a problem with suction if the tank is not filling up with dirty water while the Floormate is running. There is a clear plastic connector tube that goes to the tank that cracked on my floormate - you need to check that - and also look for that part on Amazon.
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No. The wet switch has to be manually reset after it comes in contact with water. Try something like this. Search amazon for HC8000 Sump Pump Controller (Float Switch)
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Greetings, The switch is NO (normally open). When it floats, the switch closes. You need to find a float that is normally closed, to power the pump until the float floats, at which tme the switch will open and stop the pump. Best from Dan.
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Is the switch turning to drain? If not; Is your bin turned the correct way? With the basket hook closest to you. I had that happen once. Check for clogs in the draining area of both the bin and the green catch box.
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The dirty water collection tank is full. Also make sure you clean and wash the filters. If the filters are clogged it will shut down.
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When that happens I would turn it off right away and unplug it. Then take a look under the bottom suction area to see if there is something obstructing the flow into the machine.