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Do I need a new pump and if so, where to go?

  • 17-03-2017 12:01am
    #1
    Dr Bolouswki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,335 ✭✭✭


    I live in a first floor apartment - 2 bathrooms, both of which have only a trickle of water (mixer taps) and no flush in toilets.

    Cold water in Kitchen tap working fine. Didn't test hot yet.

    I gather this means I need a new/repaired pump?

    If so, what kind do I need? I'm guessing the higher bars are for pumping upstairs or suchlike?

    What should I expect to pay for purchase and install? Could I do it myself? (I've replaced taps, do a bit of DIY, kind of enjoy it)

    Sorry for the million questions - it only happened 10 minutes ago and I am eager to try and get it sorted!

    Thanks for any advice!


Comments

  • #2
    K.Flyer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,565 ✭✭✭K.Flyer


    Try turning off the electrical supply to the pump and switch it back on after 30 seconds, it may just need to be reset.


  • #3
    antoinolachtnai
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,815 ✭✭✭antoinolachtnai


    What kind of pump is it? It is often cost-effective to have them repaired or replaced with a reconditioned model.


  • #4
    Dr Bolouswki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,335 ✭✭✭Dr Bolouswki


    Its a Stuart Turner M330N

    Apparently the PCB can be dicky!

    Checking for repairs today - been washing old school all weekend! :D

    @K. Flyer - thanks for that. Gave it a try by tripping the mains - no difference :(


  • #5
    antoinolachtnai
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,815 ✭✭✭antoinolachtnai


    Yes this can be fixed as it sounds like you have found out. It could also be the capacitor, or the pump could have jammed. There is a procedure to find out which, but I really can't remember the different things.


  • #6
    Dr Bolouswki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,335 ✭✭✭Dr Bolouswki


    It was both the capacitor and the pcb.

    Used a crew called domesticpumps.ie - they were absolutely top notch! All sorted for €220. €55 if i had the courage to mess with electricity and water and do it myself - they even show you how to do it on their website.

    Thanks for all the tips folks.


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