Manufactured for Dayton Electric Mfg. Co.
Niles, Illinois 60714 U.S.A.
Teel Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
4RJ93, 4RJ94 and 4RJ95
Teel Pool Pump With Integral Trap
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Troubleshooting Chart
Failure to pump;
1. Pump must be primed. Make sure that
1. See priming instructions, Page 5
reduced capacity
pump volute and trap are full of water
or discharge
2. Suction leaks
2. Make sure there are no leaks in suction piping.
pressure; lost
Make sure suction pipe inlet is well below the
prime
water level to prevent pump from sucking air
3. Suction trap gasket is defective
3. Replace suction trap gasket
4. Pump is trying to lift water over 10’
4. Make sure pump is not trying to lift water more
than 10’
5. Suction pipe diameter is too small
5. Make sure suction pipe is at least 1
1
⁄
2
” diameter
6. Impeller and diffuser may be worn
6. Order replacement parts from Repair Parts List
Clogged pipe,
1. Suction trap is clogged
1. Clean trap and strainer
trap, or impeller
2. Impeller is clogged
2. Check impeller for clogging. Follow steps
1 trough 7 under “Removing Old Seal”, Page 6;
(Follow steps 7 through 11 under “Installing a
New Seal”, Page 7, for reassembly)
Electrical problems
1. Pump running too slowly
1. Check voltage at motor terminals and at meter
while pump is running. If low, see wiring
instructions or consult power company.
Check for loose connections.
2. Pump may be running too hot
2. A. Check line voltage; if less than 90% or more
than 110% of rated voltage, consult a licensed
electrician
B. Increase ventilation
C. Reduce ambient temperature
D. Tighten any loose connections
Mechanical trouble
Suction and discharge piping are not
See “Installation”, Page 2
adequately supported; pump assembly
is strained
Noise
Pump is mounted on a wooden platform
Securely mount on concrete platform for the
quietest performance
Symptom
Possible Cause(s)
Corrective Action
Hazardous voltage.
Can shock, burn
or cause death.
Read and understand safety and
operating instructions in the
manual before doing any work on pump!
Only qualified personnel should
electrically test pump motor!
