Gasboy 9822Q, Installation & Operation Manual

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GASBOY Series 9820Q
40 MDE-4339 9820Q ASTRA Installation/Operation • July 2004
Clean the Dial Face
Clean the dial face with a soft, clean, damp cloth as often as necessary.
Clean the Strainer
Clean the strainer immediately after the pump has been installed and tested, and again after a few
hundred gallons have been delivered. Thereafter, once every six months, or as required.
The symptoms of a dirty or clogged strainer in a pump are slow delivery, noisy operation, and
pulsation. To clean the strainer, turn off AC power to the pump. Locate the Suction Strainer Cap
on the plumbing unit and unscrew it to access and remove the strainer. Use compressed air
*
to
blow the dirt out of the strainer.
*Wear protective safety goggles or glasses when using compressed air.
Change the Filter
If the unit is equipped with a filter, check and change it at regular intervals. A dirty filter in a
pump will cause a slower delivery rate. Refer to the accessories section of your parts manual to
ensure that you replace the filter with one designed for your model. Always use a drip pan directly
below the filter when removing the cartridges to prevent contamination of both the soil and the
electrical components within the cabinet.
Adjust the Belts
With the proper care, belts will give exceptionally good service. A loose belt not only cuts down
dispensing speed, due to slipping, but also results in excessive wear. A properly tightened belt will
allow twisting the belt 180 degrees midway between the motor and the pump pulleys.
On the 9822Q and 9823Q models, the belt can be tightened by loosening the cap screw which
holds the idler arm and sliding the arm to obtain the correct belt tension of 6 3/4 lbs (+ 3/4). When
the adjustment is complete, remember to retighten the cap screw.
Preserve the Finish of Your Pumps
Nearly all gasoline pumps are installed outdoors where their surfaces are subjected to the action of
the weather. As a result, it is necessary to give the finish a reasonable amount of care if an
attractive appearance is to be maintained.
The finish on GASBOY pump housings is a heat baked urethane paint. The life of this finish can
be lengthened several years if, at regular intervals, the painted surfaces are thoroughly cleaned with
a high grade automobile polish and then protected with a coat of paste wax. Do not use abrasive
cleaners or polish. Do not use high-pressure spraying equipment.