How Do You Troubleshoot Swimming Pool Pump Problems?
Pool pumps sometimes fail, but there are several other things that can go wrong, some of them surprisingly minor. If your pool turns cloudy or green because the pool pump isn’t doing its job, troubleshoot the problem before you call for an expensive repair. You may be able to save money by fixing the problem yourself. Check all circuit breaker panels inside and out to be sure the circuit hasn’t been tripped. There are often two, one located in the main breaker panel and one near the pool. Verify that the timer is set correctly. The timer, located near the pool, regulates when and how long the pool pump runs each day. There will be two indicators: stop and start. Verify that the indicators are still attached and some time is set. Also make sure it is set to run long enough to meet the conditions. In the summer or during rainy weather, it needs to be set for a longer time period, at least six hours. Make sure the pump is plugged in. Some pumps have exterior plugs, and it’s not uncommon f
