Vacuflush problem...

[praetorian]

I just encountered a new VF problem, my vacuum pump does not come on when I flush. I went to the pump and if I tap it anywhere (the pump motor, vacuum sensor, reservoir) it will kick on.

I'm thinking a clog may have caused this, but when it kicks on, it does appear to drain the toilet, so the clog idea isn't apparent.

Any ideas?

 

[pdecat]

try temporarily bypassing the sensor switch next time it wont run.

 

[PascalG]

Sounds like th switch.... Bypass it as Bruce suggests or manually press on the tip of the contact at th end of the rod.

 

[praetorian]

Thanks, that's what I was thinking also.

Is it something that could be blocked on the switch or should I just replace it? I'm home now and would probably have to order the part before I get there to test it.

 

[PascalG]

Usually the problem isn't the electrical switch, but the mechanical side of it which is a diaphragm exposed to the "stuff" and rod with spring. The whole thing cost about $100/120 or so..