Causes: lost prime, clogged suction line, air leak in suction pipe, impeller damaged or worn, suction lift too high, check valve stuck closed, or pump rotating in wrong direction. Solutions: reprime pump, inspect and clean suction strainer, check suction line for leaks, verify rotation direction.
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