Waterway Intermittent Power Loss / Thermal Cycling

Waterway pool pump intermittently shuts off and then restarts on its own without any error display.

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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

Loose power connection at terminal block, Failing motor thermal overload, Overheating due to poor ventilation, Intermittent timer or relay contacts

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before tightening any electrical connections.

  • Inspect and tighten terminals: Check all line connections at the Waterway pump, timer, and breaker. Tighten any loose screws.
  • Check for overheating: Feel the motor casing after it shuts off (carefully). If very hot, address ventilation and load issues as in the overheating section.
  • Bypass timer (test): Temporarily bypass the timer or automation relay to see if the pump runs continuously. Replace faulty timers or relays.
  • Replace motor if needed: If the internal thermal overload is cycling due to age or internal faults, replacing the motor assembly is recommended.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Pump Motor Assembly
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