Carefully inspect each component for any damage that could affect structural strength or sealing
properties. The following examples show some of the situations in which parts should be replaced:
-
• Bearing Plate - hard-anodized surface removed at any point or corroded
• Sealing Plate - cracked, softened or distorted
•
Feed/Concentrate
Port - bent or distorted
• Permeate Port - cracked, softened or thread damaged Retaining Ring - chipped,
scratched, corroded or bent
• Port Retainer - bent or damaged
Refurbishing Shell –
1. Using a fine wire brush, remove any large
deposits from locking ring groove in the shell.
2. Using a
medium
or finer grade of
ScotchBrite
TM
and mild soap solution, clean the inside of the vessel
at least 4 inches in from each end.
3.
Use clean water to rinse away all loosened
deposits and soap residue.
4. Examine inside of vessel for scratches, gouges,
or other imperfections that could prevent proper
sealing. If such areas exist and leaks are observed
when the vessel is placed back in service, the
shell may need to be replaced.
Refurbishing Other Parts –
1. Remove any large deposits from metal parts using a wire brush.
2. Scrub the entire surface with medium grade ScotchBrite
TM
until all contaminants are removed.
3. Rinse parts clean with fresh water and dry.
4. Inspect all parts for serviceability as specified above.
Remaking Pipe Connection to End plug -
1. Use a wire brush to remove all foreign matter from threads on pipe fittings.
2. Scrub the entire surface with medium grade Scotch Brite until all contaminants are removed.
3. Rinse parts clean with fresh water and dry.
4. Inspect all parts for serviceability as specified above.
Part Replacement –
1. Replace all parts that cannot be restored to as-new condition.
2. Replace any parts showing signs of structural damage or corrosion.
3. Seals should be replaced as necessary each time the vessel is serviced. Any parts that need
to be replaced are available from your supplier or from Pentair.
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