Vortech MP40 Making Noise but Not Spinning

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One of the MP40 which I have had for several years is no longer working. When turned on, the dry side makes a revving noise, like something is moving/spinning, but nothing happens on the wet side. I have disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled the wet side, in addition to trying it with a spare wet side. Is the dry side just done?
 
And is the controller flashing multiple colors?
 
It sounds like it might be a "stall"......blinking red light. Here's the video for fixing a stall:

 
And is the controller flashing multiple colors?
No, the controller itself seems to be acting normal. It’s like the unit doesn’t know that it’s not working. After a few “revs” the dry side quiets down but does continue to make a constant quiet hum.
 
One of the MP40 which I have had for several years is no longer working. When turned on, the dry side makes a revving noise, like something is moving/spinning, but nothing happens on the wet side. I have disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled the wet side, in addition to trying it with a spare wet side. Is the dry side just
Would you considered selling the controller and power adapter?
 

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