Leoreh

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500 psi pump - pressure issue
« on: February 17, 2023, 03:18:39 am »
Hello,
I have a 500 psi pump [pump tec ] I think ..when I turn it off .. then back on I have to prime it before ill work ,
any ideas don't think ..theres any loss in pressure

Kinver_Clean

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Re: 500 psi pump - pressure issue
« Reply #1 on: February 17, 2023, 01:45:02 pm »
These pumps being an induction motor not a brushed motor will not start under load.
All pressure remaining in the system must be released before starting. Open the wand/tool valve and then start.
God must love stupid people---He made so many.