Sandman,
Certainly not a pro... well maybe a procrastinator, but...
Don't have your answer but sounds similar to what I experienced.
Did you try using a helper to hold the down the up button while filling? My pump is different (merc hydraulic) but they do take a while to cycle though;once it sucks through and tops off, cap it and good to go I would think. I also had a tab pin coupler that fell out of place between motor and pump, and while the motor was spinning, it wasn't actually engaging the pump. Just a couple of thoughts... Good luck.
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