Frequently Asked Question; Changing Peristaltic Pump Tubing - INTERNATIONAL CARBONIC TUACA Installation And Service Manual

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION:

Q. Should the machine be left on all the time?
A. Yes, your electrical usage will be minimal and the TUACA unit will have less electrical and
refrigeration problems.
Q. If the machine is left on how much will the electricity bill go up?
A. The amount will vary depending on your area but on average the cost will be approximately $.75 per
day.
Q. How often should I clean the unit.
A. As often as necessary, refer to previous section PERIODIC INSPECTION AND CLEANING.
Q. What happens if the TUACA gets low?
A. When you reservoirs are low the nozzle will have a noticeable drip wasting your product.
Q. Is there any periodic maintenance that must be performed?
A. Yes, again depending on usage your peristaltic pump tubing will have to be changed.
Q. How often must this tubing be changed?
A. Again depending on the usage approximately every 6 months to a year.

CHANGING PERISTALTIC PUMP TUBING

1. Remove #10 X 1/2" Phillips TH. Screw. Then slide out S-1027 Assy.
2. Remove three 6-32 x 3/4 PH screws.
3. Remove S-1739 cover.
4. Remove neoprene tubing by pulling tubing while turn S-1740 roller.
5. Replace old neoprene tubing with new.
6. Squeeze new tubing with pliers two insert tubing in between first roller and housing wall. Force tubing
into position at second roller by spinning roller while inserting tubing.
7. Reverse procedure to reinstall S-1737 assembly.
S-1698
PLASTIC
CLAMP
S-1737
ASSY.
6-32 X 3/4 PH
SS SCREW
.250 X .427
NEOPRENE
TUBING
S-1740
ROLLER
15
S-1698
PLASTIC
CLAMP
S-1739