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Component Maintenance Notes and precautions
Autoclave pump Cleaning and checks Themaintenanceofthepumpshouldbeservicedbyqualiedpersonnelonly,
after having been disconnected from the power mains.
No routine maintenance is required so long as the following precautions are
taken:
• Incaseoffreezingrisk,itisnecessarytoemptythepumpbody;thenrell
the pump before operating it but make sure the ambient temperature is
higher than the water freezing temperature.
• Make sure the pump never works dry.
• If the pump remains unused for a long time, it is better to empty the body
and clean it.
• Periodicallychecktheefciencyofvalvesandstrainers.
• To Direct Current motors the brushes must be periodically checked for con-
sumption and spring pressure.
Protect electric components of the pump with proper products.
For further information, see the Manufacturer’s Manual.
WARNING
During the winter, if you do not use the yacht, it is advisable to drain all the
circuits where there is fresh water to avoid cracks due to frost.
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