Your LBLD System Is Fully Supported

If you own an LBLD motor or Simple Pump Solar Kit, your system continues to receive full support from Simple Pump. Parts remain available, warranty terms are unchanged, and our support team is here to help.

Simple Pump discontinued the LBLD motor and Simple Pump Solar Kit for new sales as of March 31, 2026. Existing customers are not affected. Your system continues to receive full support.

What “Continued Support” Means

Parts Availability

The Motor Cap & Brush Kit is available and can be ordered through Simple Pump directly or through your local dealer. For all other LBLD replacement parts, contact Simple Pump directly — we are committed to supporting existing LBLD owners through end of 2036.

Warranty Unchanged

Your existing warranty terms are unchanged. If your LBLD motor or Solar Kit is within its warranty period, your coverage continues under the original terms. Contact Simple Pump for warranty claims or questions.

Technical Support

Our support team can assist with LBLD motor and Solar Kit diagnostics, installation questions, and troubleshooting. Same phone number, same email, same team — nothing has changed for existing customers.

LBLD Motor Support

Available LBLD Motor Parts

Simple Pump is committed to supporting all existing LBLD motor owners through end of 2036. We will source or machine any necessary replacement parts to keep your system running. The Motor Cap & Brush Kit is stocked and available to order. For all other LBLD-specific parts, contact Simple Pump directly.

PartDescriptionAvailability
Motor Cap & Brush KitReplacement brushes and motor cap for LBLD motorsAvailable — contact Simple Pump
All other LBLD partsContact Simple Pump for any other replacement parts — we will source or machine what you need through end of 2036Contact Simple Pump

LBLD Motor Quick Reference

Motor Voltages12V DC or 24V DC
Max Static Water Level (24V)225 ft TDH with 100CA cylinder
Max Static Water Level (12V)200 ft TDH with 100CA cylinder
Stroke Length4 inches
Motor TypeLBLD (Low Brushed Load DC)
Compatible Cylinders100CA, 125CA, 200CA

Simple Pump Solar Kit Support

The Simple Pump Solar Kit (LBLD24-5S-Assy) powered the LBLD motor using two 370-watt monocrystalline solar panels with an MPPT charge controller. If you own this kit, your panels, controller, and mounting hardware continue to receive full support.

Solar Kit Component Reference

ComponentSpecificationNotes
Solar Panels2× 370W monocrystalline (740W total)Weather-resistant; standard MC4 connectors
Charge ControllerMPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking)Compatible with 12V or 24V battery bank
Mounting Hardware100 MPH wind-rated panel mountsGround or roof mount configurations
Wiring HarnessUV-resistant solar cable with MC4 connectorsAbove-ground connections: solar panels to control box, control box to batteries, control box to LBLD
Batteries12V or 24V deep cycle (customer-provided)Not included in LBLD24-5S-Assy kit
TimerProgrammable pump timer includedSet automated fill schedules

About the MPPT Charge Controller

The MPPT charge controller included in the Solar Kit manages power from the solar panels to your battery bank and LBLD motor. It automatically adjusts to extract maximum power from the panels across varying light conditions.

Battery Voltage12V or 24V selectable
Panel InputUp to 740W / standard MC4
EfficiencyMPPT (up to 98% efficiency)
EnclosureWeather-resistant housing

For controller replacement or compatibility questions, contact Simple Pump support.

Solar Kit Troubleshooting

Pump not running despite sunlightClick to expand
  • Check battery voltage — must be above minimum threshold for controller to activate
  • Inspect MC4 connectors for corrosion or loose connections
  • Verify charge controller display shows panel input voltage
  • Test with direct battery connection to isolate controller vs motor issue
Pump runs but output is reducedClick to expand
  • Check for air leaks in drop pipe or cylinder check valve
  • Inspect motor brushes — brush wear reduces output over time
  • Verify water level hasn't dropped below pump intake depth
  • Check for partial blockage in discharge line
Batteries not chargingClick to expand
  • Verify panels are clean and unshaded
  • Check charge controller input terminals for proper connection
  • Test panel open-circuit voltage with multimeter (should be ~45V per 370W panel)
  • Inspect wiring for damaged insulation
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  • Verify timer is programmed (ON/OFF schedule set)
  • Check timer output voltage is reaching motor leads
  • Confirm battery bank is sufficiently charged for motor start

Ready to Upgrade? Here's Your Path.

When you're ready to move to the new solar submersible system, Simple Pump offers a retrofit path using our new Simple Pump Inline Dual-Pump Valve Assembly. The Inline Dual-Pump Valve Assembly connects a Workhorse Narrow Series solar submersible pump to your existing Simple Pump cylinder and drop pipe — no need to replace your pump head or rods.

What the upgrade involves:

  1. Install Workhorse PSC100 solar controller and solar panels at the surface per their installation instructions
  2. Remove existing LBLD motor assembly
  3. Uninstall Simple Pump system
  4. Install adapter kit to the bottom of existing Simple Pump Cylinder
  5. Install Dual-Pump Valve Assembly to the bottom of the newly installed adapter kit on the Simple Pump cylinder
  6. Thread the Workhorse Solar Pump to the bottom of the dual-pump valve assembly
  7. Reinstall the Simple Pump using the new installation tool, making sure to tape the solar pump cable to the drop pipe as you go
  8. Install the Pump Head assembly as you normally would

Retrofit kit contents and pricing: [INPUT REQUIRED — Steve to confirm]

The Workhorse solar submersible system is installed by Simple Pump dealers and authorized Workhorse Pumps professional installers.

Need Help With Your LBLD System?

Our support team is the same team it's always been. Contact us for parts orders, technical questions, warranty claims, or upgrade planning.

Call Us

(877) 492-8711

Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm Pacific

Parts Catalog

Browse all available LBLD parts, labeled as Discontinued with availability status.

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Simple Pump stands behind every product we've sold. Discontinuing the LBLD motor and Solar Kit for new sales does not change our commitment to customers who already own one. Parts, service, and warranty continue as promised through end of 2036.