Why isn’t my Pool Cover Pump pumping water?

  • The pump could be air locked.

  • The garden hose or pump could be clogged.  

  • The motor or the impeller could be going bad.  

  • There could be no power/voltage to the pump.  

  • For more information, review the troubleshooting section of the owner’s manual. 

My motor is buzzing. What does that mean? 

  • There is an internal problem with the motor, and the pump needs to be replaced. 

Can I get a replacement cord?

  • No, this is not a replacement part.   

  • It is not recommended to replace the cord due to safety reasons.  

Why doesn’t my pump turn on?

  • The switch could be clogged. Try turning the unit upside down and see if the pump turns on.  

  • Remove the blue lid and clean any buildup. 

The pump is ok when there is water to pump, but once the water is gone, it begins to trip.

  • There could be an issue with the switch. The switch is not replaceable. 

  • For more information, review the troubleshooting section of the owner’s manual. 

Our Brand Promise

There’s a reason we’ve been the go-to pump for HVAC, Plumbing, Pool, and Hydroponics professionals for generations: experience. For 80 years, Little Giant® products have stood the test of time, pumping a steady flow of proven reliability in the most demanding applications.