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14.0. PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE: (Cont.):
14.17. FILTER ASSEMBLIES – CHECK FOR LEAKS:
14.17.1. Check inlet and outlet hoses for leaks especially at hose clamps. If leaks are
detected, replace hoses.
THE ChipBLASTER MUST BE SHUT DOWN.
14.18. FILTER ASSEMBLIES – CLEANING:
14.18.1. Remove filter lids and cartridges, see Filter Changing Procedure, Section 14.14.
Remove all coolant and debris from filter housing using a wet/dry vacuum or
other suitable device.
14.27. PUMP MOUNTING BOLTS – CHECK:
14.27.1. The return (transfer) pump mounting bolts should be checked for tightnes. The
recommended torque is 24 Newton-meters (210 IN LB).
14.27.2. The bolts for the main high pressure pump to mounting rails should be torqued
to 23 Newton-meters (200 IN LB).
14.29. RETURN (TRANSFER) PUMP – CHECK FLOW RATE:
14.29.1. This pump should be checked every six months to insure the correct flow rate.
If the flow rate has decreased, the pump should be rebuilt or replaced.
14.29.2. An indication the return pump may be clogged will be constant low pressure at
the filter inlet
14.29.3. The ChipBLASTER must be powered down and the disconnect placed in the
OFF position and locked out.
14.29.4. Remove the inlet and outlet hoses by loosening the hose clamps. Inspect the
inlet and outlet for chips that may have accumulated. Remove chips as
required.
14.29.5. Remove the four (4) bolts using a 7/16” wrench that hold the casting in place.
14.29.6. Clean all chips from the casting and impeller. Be careful not to damage the back
of the casting where it mates to the adapter, as this is a metal-to-metal seal.
14.29.7. Re-assemble the casting and replace the four (4) bolts. Insure the casting is
snugly in place. Check the shaft to insure it rotates freely. (Use the screwdriver
slot in the motor to turn the shaft).
14.29.8. Re-install the inlet and outlet hoses and tighten the hose clamps securely.
14.29.9.
Re-power the ChipBLASTER unit and check for leaks.
14.30. RETURN (TRANSFER) PUMP – CHECK FOR LEAKS:
14.30.1. Check for leaks around the casting where it mates with the adapter.
14.30.2. If pump is leaking around casting, tighten the four (4) bolts. DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN.
14.31. RETURN (TRANSFER) PUMP – CHECK INLET and OUTLET:
14.31.1. Check for leaks around the inlet and outlet connections.
14.31.2.
If the hoses are cracked or cut replace hoses.
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