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Q: can you supply a mechanical seal for a mira ppt3
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Submitted 91 days ago | by
ricky, hull
A: http://www.showerdoc.com/MIRA-937-36-Mira-Cover-Seals-Pack-937-36
These are the only seals available for this pump. Answered 91 days ago | Barrie |
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Q: the pump is leaking from the bottom, is there a way of repairing it, it is the end with the screw cap fixing
thanx
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Submitted 92 days ago | by
steve, sutton coldfield
A: http://www.showerdoc.com/mira-parent-126-mira-ppt3
It sounds like the shaft seal has gone and this is obsolete. The above link gives you a replacement option. Answered 91 days ago | Barrie |
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Submitted 121 days ago | by
J, Northampton
Answered 120 days ago | The doc
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Q: where can i get fitting instructions or online diagram for installing shower pump
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Submitted 132 days ago | by
pat, dundee
A: The pump has been obsolete for some years now so all I canthink about trying some of the DIY forums to see if someone there can help Answered 130 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: shower and pump work but significant drip from showerhead of hot water even when off,it is as if theflow continues through the pump but hot only
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Submitted 136 days ago | by
nick, cornwall
A: Your ticket would suggest that the fault is with the showervalve, unfortunately you don’t mention which type of shower you have. However if it is dripping from the head then that suggeststhat you need a new seal kit or a new cartridge. Answered 135 days ago | The doc |
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Q: Hello, trying to find a leak which results in the supply circuit RCD tripping.
1. Do the very thin thrust washers on the impeller shaft serve any sealing purposes ? The outer one on my pump appears to be of larger diameter than the diameter of the flat portion of the impeller. Does your replacement Impeller kit (937.38) include new thrust washers ?
I'll investigate further, but I suspect the motor shaft seals may have hardened and started to leak - that means a new pump, right ?
2. The spare parts diagram of the pump parts shows the pressure regulating valve in a position which differs from what it says in the manual - fig 15 - where the pressure regulator seal is shown on the low pressure (supply) side of the impeller for the PPT3 motor. Is this important ?
Appreciate any comment you may have,
Many thanks, Dave
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Submitted 145 days ago | by
DaveN, Chandler's Ford, Hants
A: 1. Do the very thin thrust washers on theimpeller shaft serve any sealing purposes ? No The outer one on my pumpappears to be of larger diameter than the diameter of the flat portion of theimpeller. Does your replacement Impeller kit (937.38) include new thrustwashers ? Yes
I'll investigate further, but I suspect the motor shaft seals may have hardenedand started to leak - that means a new pump, right ? Absolutely correct
2. The spare parts diagram of the pump parts shows the pressure regulatingvalve in a position which differs from what it says in the manual - fig 15 -where the pressure regulator seal is shown on the low pressure (supply) side ofthe impeller for the PPT3 motor. Is this important ? I don’t have themanual therefore I am not sure about this pressure regulating valve
Appreciate any comment you may have,
Basicallyif the pump is leaking from one of the shaft seals then it is not repairable soit is time to consider a new pump Answered 142 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: This pump is at least 11 years old was in the house when we bought it. Was great for at least 6-7 years but has gradually got less and less power and now you have to turn it to cold to get it to run, then back to the temp you want and then only last about 5 mins before cutting out and then 'surging' on and off. Have checked the filters and cleaned, still the same. Just worn out or something else?
Thanks for any help
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Submitted 195 days ago | by
Jon, Hereford
A: It may be that the pump is on its last legs, however have you also checked the inlet filters on the shower it’s self? Answered 193 days ago | The doc |
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Q: Hi our PPT3 has developed a fault, it is fine when using cold water but when you add hot the water pressure reduces, reducing the water flow. We have checked the impellers and filters they seem fine. We have noticed that we only have one float pack on the cold side and none on the hot. The interior components look clean and not melted. (eg the capacitor) but we're not electrical experts. Any ideas. Thanks.
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Submitted 242 days ago | by
Andy, North Yorkshire
A: Would be tempted to feel that this is not a pump problem from the checks you have done.
It may well be the shower it is serving is at fault and not allowing enough whot water through to activate the pump. Answered 237 days ago | Alastair |
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Q: I have a 14 year old PPT3 that works perfectly except that, first shower in the morning, there is a delay of about 5 seconds between turning the shower control and the pump starting up. After that it's OK, although the delay was about 1 minute when we returned from a 2 week holiday. Could this be a sticky valve? Any solution? Thank you!
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Submitted 248 days ago | by
SteveB, Huntingdon
Answered 246 days ago | Alastair
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Q: Pump runs constantly when powered, no visible leaks from the pump/shower. The mix can also be "dodgy", i.e. cold is def lower than hot, sometimes have to turn the mixer valve back to get the cold pumping. Is this something a novice can repair or time to get a new pump?
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Submitted 275 days ago | by
Gaz, Cambridge
Answered 274 days ago | The doc
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Q: sorry for delay in comming back.
Have checked filters but they are clear, is there a way I can check the impellers if this is the possible problem
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Submitted 320 days ago | by
caw59, Ironbridge
A: To check the impellors you need to remove the end plates Answered 319 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: when i turn on the shower it makes a humming noise and doesnt want to start untill i turn the mixer hot to cold and back several times or keep turning the mixer valve on and off till it starts, any idea please.
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Submitted 338 days ago | by
DJ, Trowbridge
A: You may have a problem with one of the impellors sticking. However the first things to check is that the inlet filters on the pump and on the shower valve are clean and clear. Once you have checked the filters if there is still a problem get back to me. Answered 337 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: The pump pumps cold water no real power but when turned to hot water it does not heat up , but pump still makes a noise
Could this be the impellers or even the shower cassette
Is there a test I could do
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Submitted 347 days ago | by
caw59, Ironbridge
A: Yes it could be an impellor however the first thing you need to check is the inlet filters on the pump and the inlet filters on the shower valve once you have checked them if you still have a problem get back to me. Answered 346 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: The pump pumps cold water but when hot water is turned on the pump seems to stop pumping, but still makes a noise but reduced. Do we need a new pump?
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Submitted 349 days ago | by
amanda, liverpool
A: You don’t mention which shower valve you have, however I would check that the inlet filters on the pump and the shower valve are clean and clear Answered 347 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: Hi, my mira ppt3 pump is leaking from the centre screw on the end plate at the cold water end! This does not leak when the shower is running, it only leaks when the cold water is running from anywhere else in the house e.g run the bath tap, or even washing machine in the kitchen. The screw does have an o'ring behind it, but im not sure if replacing the seals will rectify this fault, and also the pump does click once when a cold tap is run! Any suggestions? P.S If you look at your exploded diagram of the pump and look at item 11 then that is where the leak is, the screw even loosened itself!!!
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Submitted 379 days ago | by
Nick, Somerset
Answered 378 days ago | The doc
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Q: Hi there,
I have had my Mira ppt3 pump working for over 7 years and has been used nearly every day until yesterday when it suddenly packed up, the fuse on the wall had blown so I replaced the 3amp fuse then turned the shower back on, a humming sound occurred followed by a short spark / flash from the relay switch and the fuse had blown again, this occurred each time I replaced the fuse, I repeated this about 4 times to see if it would happen again, unfortunately on the last attempt a short flash from the relay followed by a humming noise then smoke appearing from the wiring section, then nothing again, fuse blown once more with the motor feeling extremely hot.
Has my pump completely had it? Or is it just the relay or the wire pack that has blown? Or maybe both plus the motor also? Can it be fixed, is it economically worth it?
If you could please let me know as soon as possible what your recommendation would be,
Many thanks,
Dave
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Submitted 383 days ago | by
skicat, Bedfordshire
Answered 382 days ago | Anonymous
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Q: no water flow, is this the pump?
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Submitted 419 days ago | by
JUDGE, RUGBY
A: If it is the PPT3 I presume the pump isn’t running? In order of the most likely faults with this pump, it could be A faulty capacitor A faulty relay A fault with the flow switches If it is an Event xs and you can hear the pump running then it is likely to be the solenoid valve Answered 417 days ago | The doc |
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Q: my pump is letting out a smalll amount of water on the floor when I use shower.
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Submitted 477 days ago | by
frank, sg1 3en
Answered 473 days ago | Alastair
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Q: Sorry should have said ! It is Newteam NT902 T shower.
How do i access the inlet filters on the pump and on the shower ?
Sorry a complete novice when it comes to this.
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Submitted 505 days ago | by
Daz, Netherton
A: The filters on the pump are on the inlet nuts as are the filters on the shower valve, make sure you have the water turned off before undoing any of the nuts. Good Luck! Answered 504 days ago | The doc |
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Q: Recently the shower has lost all the power once the water starts to go warm and the pump is pulsing intermittently and being quite noisy. Do i need to change any parts or do i need to replace the pump. It is around 7 years old ?
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Submitted 508 days ago | by
Daz, Netherton, West Midlands
A: You don’t mention which type of shower you have. However I would check the inlet filters on the pump and the inlet filters on the shower as a starting place Answered 506 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: Our Mira PPT3 is leaking very slightly from the underside of the punp housing, centrally at the cold feed end (there is a steel bar running the length of the pump just below the leak). Any ideas?? The leak only starts a few minutes afterthe pump has activated.
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Submitted 512 days ago | by
Rowland, North Yorkshire
Answered 512 days ago | SD
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Q: pump runs ok on hot but when control turned to mix with cold it shuts off - please can you advise?
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Submitted 521 days ago | by
Keith, South Yorkshire
A: Check that the inlet filter on the cold side of the pump is clear also check the inlet filter on the cold side of the shower. If these are OK then you may have a faulty flow switch sensor, you can check this by swapping the hot and cold sensors. Answered 520 days ago | The doc |
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Q: Can i cap 2 hoses off and use this pump on cold pump only?
If so, which 2 hoses are best suited to cap?
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Submitted 531 days ago | by
ralphy, Leeds,West Yorkshire
A: No, If you do that it will burn out the bearings and shaft seal and could possibly go on fire Answered 529 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: My Mira ppt3 twin shower pump has developed a leak on the cold water side. The leak trickles out between the 'legs' of the pump, but right close to the cold water end. Is this and end seal or something more serious ? If more serious, what pump would you recommend for a 2 shower system, with a cold water tank approx 2m above the shower head and the HW tank and shower tray both adjacent to the pump location? Thx for your help. Alistair
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Submitted 532 days ago | by
Big Al, monmouth
Answered 529 days ago | The Doc
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Q: Hello, I have a customer with one of these pumps. When she turns on her shower the pump is running for approximately 1sec and turns off. Customer is getting a small amount of water out the shower when this happens. Can you suggest a fault and possible spare part to fix ??
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Submitted 540 days ago | by
stewart
A: Check that the inlet filters on the pump and the shower valve are clear also can you disconnect the head and hose and let the shower run into the tray/bath on ully and then fully cold to see what the flow rates are like from both supplies (that is if you have any flow) get back to me and let me know the results. Answered 540 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: my pump is leaking from its base, the connexions appear dry. What is the likely cause and is it repairable? the pump is 8 years old and otherwise works fine.
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Submitted 541 days ago | by
Ajc
Answered 540 days ago | Alastair
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Q: I have a Mira PPT3 and Mira 88 shower system. When I turn the control knob there is nothing from the pump and only a little trickle comes out of the shower head. I have tested the power to the pump and that is OK. Can you advise what this could be, anything I can test on the pump or control knob.
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Submitted 564 days ago | by
Andrew B
A: The most likely fault is a faulty capacitor the white thing inside the control box, there is usually some signs of overheating melting on it if it is faulty. The other thing may be a fault with the relay/relay pack not allowing power to the motor when the pump should be switched on. If the pump is stalled (Humming) then one of the impellors has disintegrated and jammed the pump or the pump has seized in which case it will need replaced. Answered 563 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: Pump won't shut off. What could be the problem?
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Submitted 569 days ago | by
Helen
A: Could be a stuck actuator in one of the outlets or a faulty sensor Answered 568 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: My Mira PPT3 no longer pumps, make any sound, nothing. The shower is only a trickle with no power. Has the pump packed up and what do you recommend?
Mick
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Submitted 614 days ago | by
Mick
Answered 613 days ago | Alastair
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Q: I have a second hand Mira PPT3. Iam looking to install a pump to my new bathroom and will have a thermostatically controll shower valve. Can I use the PPT3 to pump water for shower and bath?
Have you a pdf operating manual?
Thanks
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Submitted 638 days ago | by
Tiggy
A: Yes you can use this to pump both bath and shower but not smultaneously as flow will not be sufficiennt.
I`m afraid we don`t have a manual suggest you contact Mira direct. Answered 631 days ago | Alastair |
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Q: Hi
I have a PPT3 pump that constantly runs even with no taps turned on, I have bled all of the air out of the system, problem still exists.
I have removed the pump from the water supply and turned it on, it does not operate until I lift the magnetic sensor on either the cold or hot side, at which time the motor operates and then stops when I drop the float back down.
Any suggestions as to what the problem may be? Is it possible that it is the pressure relief valve?
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Submitted 689 days ago | by
markmorris
A: My thoughts would be that when the pump is in place that the torpedo is lifting and activating the sensor, so that makes me think that there must be water passing through the pump to lift the torp. Check that you have nothing dripping or passing water. The other thing you can try is removing the sensor from each end that way you should be able to work out which end is causing the problem. Answered 689 days ago | The Doc |
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Q: We have a Mira PPT 3 shower pump. When we got home yesterday there were drips of water coming through the ceiling below it, and it has continued to leak since. I would be very grateful if you could advise me on the following two points:
1) Is it possible to switch off the water going into it without affecting the rest of the water supply? There appear to be four "taps" on pipes going in and out of it. Which would I need to turn off?
2) Do you have any idea what is causing it to leak? Do you think it is repairable with replacement spare parts?
Many thanks for your help.
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Submitted 693 days ago | by
Noah's wife!
A: Yes you can turn off the water by shutting off all 4 valves and this will purely isolate the pump and shower. With regard to repairing the leak if you click on the link below you will find an exploded view of the pump and once you have located the leak you should be able to identify parts required. http://www.showerdoc.com/shower-spares/mira/MIRA-PARENT-126-Mira-PPT3 Answered 693 days ago | Alastair |
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Q: where can I purchase a new or reconditioned mira ppt3 shower pump
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Submitted 719 days ago | by
kim
Answered 716 days ago | Alastair
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Q: My pump has started 'playing up' when I turn the shower off (in the cubicle) it doesn't want to switch off, as the pump makes a 'hunting noise' and then has to be switched off manually at the power point.
Any suggestions, as to the problem ??
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Submitted 729 days ago | by
ERIC
A: It could be a sticking magnetic float which you may be able to clear by dismantling and cleaning or it may be a faulty reed switch which is part of the Wire P3 pack. If you click on the link below it will take you to an exploded diagram and allow online ordering of any parts required http://www.showerdoc.com/shower-spares/mira/MIRA-PARENT-126-Mira-PPT3Alastair Answered 724 days ago | Alastair |
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