I have a flotec E100ELT sump pump in my basement. It doesn't turn on/off by the electronic switch anymore and its only 6 months old. I can plug it straight into the outlet and it runs great. But it won't shut off til I unplug it. Is this a common problem? How can I fix it?

Kelly

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• Posted on Jan 05, 2010

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Notting your statement that water is running in like someone turned on a faucett... Your sump pump is simply doling it's job. As the water rises it triggers the float switch / sensor and activates the pump. The pump has enough capacity to empty the catch basin to the point the float / sensor switch shut the unit off. The pump is thermally protected and will stop if there really is a problem. You home electrical circuit more than likely has either circuit breakers or fuses. From what I am reading none of those have tripped or blown. Once again the sump pump is simply working normally based out your description of the the amount of water coming in. Also not that if it did not run you would be faced with a flooding situation. Relax and enjoy your day :)

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