6000 question...

[jpc763]

I have 2 6000 pumps in my 125g. One is new and the other is used.

My used one has a problem. When I move the pump in the magnet mount, it sometimes stops. It will restart, but it stops. I have once heard the alarm briefly.

I can also jiggle the cord where it enters the pump body and get it to stop.

I expect the answer to be to "send the pump in for service" and will do that, but I wanted to ask first...

What is wrong?

How bad is it?

How expensive will it be to fix?

Thanks, John

 

[rvitko]

It sounds like the cord has an internal break, if this is the case the motor will need to be replaced which costs about $75.

 

[jpc763]

So send it in for diagnosis or just buy another motor?

 

[rvitko]

I think it is worth sending it in, unless you are positive it is the wire, if you are sure that is it, give me a call to order the motor - 512-833-7546.