Kohler K-1146 Installation Manual - Page 15
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Troubleshooting Procedure (cont.)
Symptoms
2. Motor starts, not all jets are
functioning.
3. Whirlpool stops
automatically before 18
minutes.
4. Pump does not prime.
(Models with support blocks
only.)
5. Noisy operation.
6. Heater does not operate.
("H" models only)
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Probable Causes
D. Motor/pump does not work.
A. Jet is closed.
B. Jet not installed correctly.
C. Jets are blocked.
A. GFCI trips.
B. Suction blocked.
C. Jets are blocked.
D. Motor overheated and
protection device activated.
A. Pump shimmed too high.
A. Pump banding straps have
not been cut. (Models with
support blocks only.)
B. Jet O-ring dislodged.
A. No power to heater.
B. Water temperature exceeds
104° F (40° C).
C. Heater does not work.
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Recommended Action
D. Rebuild or replace
motor/pump.
A. Rotate jet trim ring
counterclockwise to open.
B. Reinstall jet; check for O-ring
damage.
C. Remove blockage.
A. Identify source of fault, and
correct.
B. Remove obstruction.
C. Remove blockage.
D. Check for blockage at motor
vents. Remove blockage and
allow motor to cool.
Check for suction blockage.
Remove blockage and allow
motor to cool.
Check for jet blockage.
Remove blockage and allow
motor to cool.
A. Lower pump support
bracket.
A. Cut pump banding straps
with tin snips.
B. Remove jet, replace and
lubricate O-ring, and reinstall
jet.
A. Reset GFCI.
B. Allow water to cool and
heater will reengage.
C. Replace heater.
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