When troubleshooting a 10p130 national triplex mud pump, you can check the current flow, the power supply, and the connections. You can also replace any faulty components.
Check the power supply
- Check the current flow from the battery
- Check if the circuit breaker has tripped
- Check if a fuse has blown
- Check for 12 volts after the breaker, switch, and at the motor
Check the connections
- Check the ground wire and ground stud for a good connection
Replace faulty components Replace any bad components and Replace the plunger and seals.
Other things to consider
- Triplex pumps are often used in high pressure applications, such as hydraulic systems
- Triplex pumps can pump high viscosity fluids and fluids that contain solids
- Pump failures can lead to flooding, water damage, or complete failure of the piping system
