livewell pump

[Fishtales]

The pump is acting up. It runs fine for about 15 seconds and then a hohg pitched whirring sound is made and no water flows. If I shut off and then turn back on it works for a little bit and the same thing. I'm thinking the impella may be slipping or worn? It has been used over the last 3 seasons, but not excessively. Anybody else have this issue? It is a 2006 marlin.

 

[G8RDave]

After 3 years of use it is probably time to replace it. I had the same thing happen to mine just a bit earlier. Livewell pumps are put through hell so they wear out quick. Luckily they don't cost much and most just need new cartridge pumps.

 

[deltarome]

The livewell pump on my 330 lasts about two years. it is a magnetic rotor type and if it runs in sandy water or without water for long, the impeller will not spin easy. Replace!

 

[Hookup1]

I had two different Rule pumps go out earlier this year. The pump has a date code on it so you don't even need a receipt.

> Thank you for your email. I am sorry to hear about the problem with
> Tournament Series pump. The pump has a 3 year warranty. You can
> return the pump direct to us for a replacement. Send the pump to:
> ITT Corp.
> 1 Kondelin Road
> Gloucester, MA 01930
> Attn: Returns
>