New Clean Dump/Flojet macerator overheating?

[draboo]

Has anyone run into what I m assuming is an overheating problem with a Flojet macerator? When I first got this unit, it worked wonderfully for about 4 or 5 dumps. But the last two times, it stops dead after a round 5 minutes of constant pumping.I have not let it run while dry.

Now I have to let it cool down for around 5 minutes between pumping sessions of about 5 minutes. I did read somewhere that the Flojet pump will stop if the voltage drops below 12 volts.

Thanks for any input,eh?

[Executive45]

I agree with OldMan...something's hung up on the impeller. I've used a macerator for over two years and it's always worked flawlessly. That said, I do take it apart and clean the blades during my annual maintenance. I've also had to replace the impeller once when the rubber failed...it's pretty easy to take apart. Just be careful with the gasket or you'll have to make a new one when you reassemble it.....Dennis

[Old-Biscuit]

Hair wrapped around impeller........

Need to disassemble head and clean impeller

[oldmattb]

Mine has done that from the beginning. I use it only at home, so I just let it sit for a while until it cools down.

My application is nearly 100 feet with about three feet of rise, so I am not surprised it is working hard.

Matt B