Troubleshooting Pumps: The Pump Motor Doesn’t Run

When a septic pump will not start, there are three main areas to check for problems: the electrical system, the pump itself and the controls. Electricity can be very dangerous, so always use caution when working with electricity and turn off power supply breakers when testing components within the electrical system. If you are not 100% confident you can perform any of these tests safely, call a professional.Electrical problems If the pump does not appear to be working at all, does not respond to any tests and is not pumping effluent, there may be a wiring problem. First check your circuit breaker, and then try