Lowara Severe Motor Overheating / Winding Failure

Pump motor emits a burning smell or visible smoke during operation

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Shorted motor windings, Prolonged overload, Blocked ventilation, Incorrect voltage, Locked rotor condition

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power immediately. Do not attempt to restart a smoking motor.

  • Allow to cool: Let the motor cool completely before inspection.
  • Inspect for damage: Look for melted insulation, discoloration, or burnt terminals in the Lowara motor terminal box.
  • Do not reuse: A motor that has smoked has likely suffered irreversible damage. Attempting to run it can cause fire or shock.
  • Replace motor/pump: Arrange for replacement of the motor or complete Lowara pump assembly.
  • Investigate cause: Have a technician check for underlying issues such as incorrect wiring, overload, or hydraulic problems before installing the new unit.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Lowara pool pump motor
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