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Gear Pump Maintenance Guide
Review these guidelines prior to performing any mainte-
nance on the pumps.
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Do not run pump dry.
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Do not pull from a vacuum or negative suction head.
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Do not flush with water or other non-lubricating fluid.
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Do not pump corrosives, abrasives and/or fluids car-
rying particles that may harm the pump.
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Do not heat or cool pump faster than 180°F (100°C)
per hour.
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Do not drop disassembled parts on a hard surfaces
and do not let parts knock together.
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Never strike the pump parts with an iron hammer.
The parts are designed to drop in place if properly
aligned. Use arbor press to insert or remove press
fit components.
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Do not use pliers to lift the gears.
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Never use a screwdriver to pry the gears upward.
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Apply clean oil or compatible fluid during assembly.
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