Jabsco Water Pressure

[DDabs]

I have a Jabsco PAR-MAX3 (30600-0012) and it seems as if they don't make this model anymore. I need to replace the unit. Will the new Jabsco PAR-MAX4 be plug and play? Or do I need to source an older unit to work with my system? Here's my setup:

[zeehag]

can what you have be rebuilt?
i have had mine rebuilt with great success.

[a64pilot]

A pump is a pump function wise, sort of, so if I understand the question, your asking if it will fit in without any changes in plumbing.
I'd take the old pump to the store and see if you can find one that the inlet and outlet are the same width. You may have to live with drilling new mounting holes though.
Nothing replaces having both in your hand to do a side by side comparison

On edit, I just saw Zees post, she does have a good point.

[GordMay]

Probably have to change fuse/breaker size.
See ➥ http://www.xylemflowcontrol.com/file..._31xxx_wps.pdf

[ranger58sb]

Originally Posted by DDabs

I have a Jabsco PAR-MAX3 (30600-0012) and it seems as if they don't make this model anymore. I need to replace the unit. Will the new Jabsco PAR-MAX4 be plug and play? Or do I need to source an older unit to work with my system? Here's my setup:

Our original was a Par-MAX 3 (I think) 30620, and I replaced it with a ParMAX-4 31620 when the time came. Plug and play.

Jabsco customer service tells me the newer Par Max Plus (82400 series) also has the same footprint and mount as the earlier ones.

He mostly only cautioned about picking the right model (from within a series) so you don't exceed the PSI capabilities of your lines/hoses.

-Chris

[Privilege]

Is the actual motor still working? You can buy service kits for the bottom end.

[DDabs]

The pump works, it just takes longer to get pressure and seems to turn on more when the water faucets are all closed. Could this be an issue of the accumulator tank (Jabsco 1L) not holding pressure?

[a64pilot]

It could also be sucking air, it could be as simple as a loose fitting

[DDabs]

I checked all fittings and can't seem to find any leaks, but the system also runs to areas I can't really get to :/

[Privilege]

Originally Posted by DDabs

The pump works, it just takes longer to get pressure and seems to turn on more when the water faucets are all closed. Could this be an issue of the accumulator tank (Jabsco 1L) not holding pressure?

The innards of the lower portion of the pumps do wear out and need to be replaced. Its an easy job to do. You usually just need the rubber bits. If they are worn, it takes longer to pump the water up to pressure. It could be that the worn pump is also allowing the pressurized water to go the wrong way back towards the tank (I'm guessing this bit). To find your answer, let all of the air out of the accumulator tank or close the valve leading to it, thus effectively removing it from the system. Bring the system back up to pressure. If the pump still turns on again then either you have a water leak or the water is getting back to the tank.

[DDabs]

Thanks Privilege

[ranger58sb]

Originally Posted by DDabs

Could this be an issue of the accumulator tank (Jabsco 1L) not holding pressure?

Yes, maybe. You can check the pressure at the schraeder valve, and if necessary you can add air. OTOH, if while doing that you find water escaping from the accumulator, Jabsco tells me the internal bladder has failed and a new accumulator is in order.

-Chris