Pool Pump Growlng And Sounding Like It Is Gargling Rocks?


Pool Pump Growling.....
Sounding Like It Is Gargling Rocks?

In this case, the water doesn’t usually fill up the pump basket. That is called “Cavitation”.  Cavitating pumps make a particular growling sound, like the pump is gargling rocks, a low, grumbling sound. Pumps need a full water flow to operate properly.

Poor water flow can come from: 


1.    A pump too big for the water supply so it can’t fill all the way up.  Bigger is not always better.  Be sure to have the right pump to fit your plumbing or enlarge your plumbing to match the size of the pump that you want.
2.    Plumbing pipes that are too small to deliver enough water to the pump.
3.    Broken directional valves
4.    Broken check valves
5.    Too full pump basket (too much debris)
6.    Debris stuck in the impellers
7.    Debris stuck in plumbing lines
8.    A dirty filter also is a blockage that you can control by cleaning it regularly.
9.    Leaks in the system that the incoming water can’t keep up with.


If this cavitation continues for long, it can ruin your pump.  Too little water means your pump is running “hot”.  This is not an issue covered by warranty since it is not something your pump can control.  It is up to you to provide the necessary amount of water to the pump.  A lack of sufficient water means a hot pump and can lead to a ruined pump…….also the noise is not pleasant, but it is a clear warning it needs help!

A pump that cavitates also uses excessive amperage, resulting in wasted energy and high energy bills, and because it's overworking the motor, premature failure is likely. 
 For help discovering which problem you have that is causing your pump to cavitate…..call Doug!

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