AboutMatt Welch Expertise Irrigation installation, general troubleshooting and pump troubleshooting, irrigation electrical and hydraulic control systems.
Experience I have been in the Irrigation industry for 25 years. My knowledge is in all areas of irrigation specializing in pump troubleshooting. I've designed and serviced electric hydraulic systems, drip systems, golf course, athletic fields.
Expert: Matt Welch Date: 7/1/2008 Subject: Pump triping breaker.
Question My pump has been working this spring. I have not run it for about 4 weeks. I was testing the system to go on vacation. The system ran for about 40 min. then the breaker triped. Now every time I restart the system the pump starts, and after about 15 seconds trips breaker.
I have checked the intake, it had lost prime. I reprimed with no luck. I checked footvalve, it seems ok.
Whats steps do you suggest to try next?
Answer Thanks for the question.
A couple things come to mind about your pump. The motor may be burned out. The other possibility is the motor starting circuit inside the motor may have a problem. It isn't an easy item to test, I would suggest taking the pump to a electric motor shop. They can test it quickly.
Wish I could be more help.
