Water Pump issue / problem

by Tracey
(Wolverhampton)

Do you know - should the yellow stop valve be pointing upwards or lying flat to enable the water to come through to the taps. Many thanks.


By the sounds of the valve you are describing, this valve is the drain valve for your water heater. The valve should be in the down (closed) position. If you want to drain the heater it should be in the up position.

Pump Problems.

by Josie
(Leeds)

I have just bought a 1994 Avondale Mayfly and when I connect the pump I have to turn the tap on in the bathroom before the kitchen sink tap will work and if I turn off the bathroom tap it stops working.

It sounds like that the problem is being caused by a the microswitch on your kitchen taps. You probably need to replace the microswitch. It is not a difficult job but can be a bit fiddly. Make a note of the model of your kitchen tap and ask your dealer for a microswitch for that model. You could also ask them how to replace it and they should be able to tell you.

Dart Spey Pump

Do you know where I can purchase a pump dart spey for an ABI Award Morningstar 1985 model? Any help you could give me would be much appreciated.

I would try some caravan breakers yards as they have lots of different items in stock. They will need the exact model you require and can usually post the item to you if they have it in stock. If you look on our website on the Caravan Spares page, this gives you a list of caravan breakers.

Hope the above helps and please do not hesitate to contact us again should you require further assistance.

Water Pump

My caravan is about 16 years old and it is fitted with a dart spey water pump which is broken. Where can I get another or one similar? Cheers, Rob

You could try a caravan breakers yard. A list can be found on our website. Just click on our Site Map and then scroll down to Miscellaneous and you will find a section headed "Caravan Spares & Caravan Breakers". Most breakers offer a mail order service.

Water Pump

by Robert
(Leeds)

I have a carver water pump in my caravan - the type of pump is a dart spey. Where can I get one or one similar to it either second hand or new? I live in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

Try the local caravan dealers in your area. They should be able to supply you with what you need. But if you are looking for a second hand pump, you could try searching the internet (Ebay is usually a good place to start) or you could try a caravan breakers yard. There is a list of breakers on our website.

Correct Water Pump?

by Ian Davison
(Sunderland)

I have just bought an immaculate 1985 Buccaneer caravan but before I collected it from the storage compound where it was kept someone stole the waterpump (it fits under a flap on the offside of van). The previous owner fitted a new pump but on trying it at home the water just trickles out of the kitchen taps and nothing from the shower. Is the pump strong enough?. It is a Crystal maxi pump with the numbers 43/2003 and 022406 on it. The system in the van is a Carver cascade. The origional paperwork which I was given says either a Dart or Spey pump should be fitted. ANY HELP AND ADVICE WELCOME,

Thanks
Ian


There was probably nothing wrong with the pump itself. The problem probably lies with the microswitch in your taps. I would advise that you book your caravan in for a full service at your local dealer and ask them to check the switches for you.

On Board Water Tanks & Pumps

I have just bought a used caravan it is a 2008 Bailey Senator Wyoming which has an on-board water tank and can also use water straight from the water carriers. When I use it this way the pump keeps making a sound as though it is pumping water even when I am not using it. Is this normal?


We sometimes have this problem. We found the solution was to turn off the pump at the control panel and then remove the submersible pump from the aquaroll and give it a good shake to remove any air bubbles. Then re-insert the pump into the aquaroll and turn the pump back on. This should cure it hopefully.

Water Pump

by Pollie
(Belfast)

Hi,

Just bought a swift corniche 87. The Whale water pump was working fine but all of a sudden it won't stop. Checked water level ok ended up pulling fuse any ideas help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks.


I should imagine that you have trapped air in your submersible pump. Try removing your submersible pump and give it a good shake and then try it again. Please also make sure the the valve for the water heater is shut because this automatically fills up when you insert the pump and switch it on.

Water Pump Not Working

by Richard
(Ripon)

Hi,

My caravan is 22yrs old and the water pump did work but only buzzes now and no water is coming through the taps. Is there a nack to it?

Thanks


You may find that you need to change the pump. I would advise that you take your pump to your local dealer and they should be able to tell you if it needs replacing or not.

Why is my whale water pump continously running

by Phil
(Bristol)

Hi, I have a Elddis Crusader Superstorm, and i purchased a new Whale premium pump when replacing the original, a crystal maxi pump which plugs in the side and drops in my water barrel, the pump keeps running, I have checked the micro switches on the taps and all are working, although I cannot find a secondary in line pump anywhere, or any type of adjustable valve, which I have read about on different forums,it was all working well before winter storage. can anybody help please?



This is a common problem with submersible pumps when not used for a while. Bascically what you have is trapped air inside your pump. To remove the trapped air, remove your pump from the water container and give it a shake. Then put the pump back and switch it back on.

Water Pump - Bailey Pageant

What is the model of the water pump on a 2005 Bailey Pageaant monarch series 5?



Not sure on this. Your best bet would be to either go to your local Bailey Caravan Dealer and ask them or send Bailey Caravans an email. Their email address is helpline@bailey-caravans.co.uk

Elddis Elf 1995 - Water Pump

by Ray Bigham
(Lancashire)

Hi, does anyone know where I can purchase the pipe that draws the water from the fresh water barrel and fits into the side of the caravan and also has an two pin electrical socket attached and does the Elf have an onboard water tank? New to caravaning have to get it right for first time out because my wife not so sure about my new venture
Regards Ray


You should be able purchase what you require from your local caravan dealer. They will be able to advise you of the correct water pump that you need. As for the onboard tank, I don't think that the Elf has one. Your water is obtained direct from your water container using the water pump that you need.