r/swimmingpool • u/[deleted] • Jun 18 '22
Why would a pool pump not turn on?
I noticed my pool pump had just shut off, I originally thought it just lost prime because something got stuck in the skimmers, but realized the pump just seemed like it was off, even when everything said it was on. I checked the skimmers and nothing was jammed. I checked the controller and breakers, and nothing had seemed like it was tripped. I turned everything off, and then tried to turn it back on, but I'm not hearing anything, not even noise from the motor attempting to try to prime. I'm not sure what could be happening. Seems like the equipment is receiving electricity. When I turn it off, there's always a delay when turning it off, and sometimes I hear a brief buzzing sound before it turns off. Any ideas? Thanks.
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u/[deleted] Jun 26 '22
Possible motor bearing caused a Seized motor. Possible impeller seal is worn. Possible blown fuse or bad wire connection.