14.10.1 Watermaker

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Problem Cause Corrective action
1. The pump runs but can’t reach the pressure as indicated The pump sucks air
Check the intake pipes.
They must be well air-tight
Worn valves Check and/or replace
Worn seat of pressure relief valve Check and clean
Improper or worn nozzle Check and/or replace
Worn gaskets Check and/or replace
2. Irregular pressure variations Worn intake and/or pressure relief valve Check and/or replace
Presence of foreign bodies in valves Check and clean
Air suction Check intake pipes
Worn gaskets Check and/or replace
Relief valve too open Close the valve nut clockwise
3. Drop in pressure Worn nozzle Replace
Worn intake and/or pressure relief valve Check and/or replace
Presence of foreign bodies in valves Check and clean
4. Noise Air suction Check the suction pipes are well air-tight
Broken or unloaded spring of intake and/ or pressure valves Check and clean
Presence of foreign matters Check and clean valves
Worn bearings Replace
Exceeding temperatures of pumped fluid Decrease the temperature