Section 8: Repairs
Bambi Bucket Service Manual – Models 2024-4453 48
Purse String Replacement
Depending on the bucket model, the valve may have 12 or 17 purse strings. The strings have coloured
markings that indicate the location of the strings on the valve and where to tie the string on the metal ring.
For the multi coloured string sets, the green strings are placed at the outer ends, the red strings next and
the black strings in the middle. The sequence of strings should be GRBBBBBBBBRG.
Braided nylon for new purse strings can be purchased locally. Make sure to use nylon which is self-
lubricating in water. After cutting the new string, melt the ends with a lighter to prevent fraying. Tie a
figure eight knot on one end of the new string large enough to prevent passage of the string through the
washer.
To replace all purse strings:
1. For multi-coloured string sets, find a purse string with
a green mark. For single coloured string sets, use a
string with a black mark. Install this string through
one of the end grommets and through its mating
grommet on the other side of the valve.
2. Take the free end of the string with the mark and loop
it through the metal ring. Centre the mark on the
metal ring.
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