--- title: Troubleshooting A GPI Fuel Transfer Pump That Is Overheating description: If your GPI Fuel Transfer Pump is overheating, here's some tips on how you can help it beat the heat. --- [Skip to content](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base/troubleshooting-a-gpi-fuel-transfer-pump-that-is-overheating#main-content) [![FarmChem Logo Supporting Hands Black](https://support.farmchem.com/hs-fs/hubfs/FarmChem%20Logo%20Supporting%20Hands%20Black.webp?width=275&height=68&name=FarmChem%20Logo%20Supporting%20Hands%20Black.webp)](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base?hsLang=en) - [Shop](https://farmchem.com/) - [Blog](https://support.farmchem.com/blog) - [About Us](https://farmchem.com/about-us) - [Tender Trailer Tool](https://farmchem.com/tender-trailer-tool/) - [Knowledge Base](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Shop](https://farmchem.com/) - [Blog](https://support.farmchem.com/blog) - [About Us](https://farmchem.com/about-us) - [Tender Trailer Tool](https://farmchem.com/tender-trailer-tool/) - [Knowledge Base](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base) - [Contact us](https://farmchem.com/contact-us/) [Contact us](https://farmchem.com/contact-us/) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. 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Turn the pump off and allow it to cool down for 30 minutes before attempting to use again. - Ensure the pumps strainer and suction pipe are clear of debris and damage. ***Use the links below to go to the walkthrough on how to check on your pump's strainer and replace if need be*** **G20 Series** [Clean or replace strainer](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base/how-to-clean-or-replace-strainer-on-a-gpi-g20-fuel-transfer-pump?hsLang=en) **M-Series** [Clean or replace strainer](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base/how-to-clean-or-replace-strainer-on-a-gpi-m-150-fuel-transfer-pump?hsLang=en) **V25 Series** [Clean or replace strainer](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base/how-to-clean-or-replace-strainer-on-a-gpro-v25-pump?hsLang=en) **PRO20/35 Series** [Clean or replace strainer](https://support.farmchem.com/knowledge-base/how-to-clean-or-replace-strainer-on-a-gpro-pro20-pro35-fuel-transfer-pump?hsLang=en) --- [**Offerings covered by this 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