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Feed Pump Maintenance
The feed pump uses a rotary vane pump to generate the
required pressure.
Normal operation will cause wear to the pump head, leading to the eventual need for
replacement of this component. To perform maintenance on the pump, use the following
procedure:
1
Shut o the water
Unplug the system to prevent it from
starting while you are working.
2
Remove the cover
3
Remove all
flexible plumbing
from the pump
head
4
Remove quick
connect fittings
from the pump
head
5
Uncouple the
pump from the
motor base
This is done by
loosening the
clamping ring.
6
Remove the old
pump head
7
Replace the new
pump head
Make sure the
new pump
head is properly
greased prior to
replacement.
8
When replacing the new pump head
make sure the shaft and coupler are
inline
This ensures the pump head is completely
inserted into the old motor coupling.
9
Reconnect the clamp
Fasten with the screw provided.