Raven Sidekick Pro ISO, Installation & Operation Manual

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6. Remove the slipper seals and o-rings from the pump.
NOTE: During removal of the piston, the slipper seal and o-rings may stick within the pump housing. Be sure
to remove and inspect both of the two slipper seals and two o-rings used with the piston.
The seals and o-rings are made of a chemical resistant compound and should only be replaced with
o-rings supplied by a local Raven dealer.
7. Inspect the piston for scratches. If the finish is scratched or damaged, replace the piston.
8. Inspect the piston bearing for wear and replace if necessary.
9. Replace the seals and o-rings into the pump housing:
NOTE: Complete one side of the piston and head assembly before starting on the other side.
a. Install the slipper seal onto the piston.
b. Using general purpose grease, lubricate the o-ring and seat over the slipper seal.
c. Replace pump head o-rings into pump heads. If the o-rings tend to slip before the head is installed, use a
small amount of additional grease on the o-ring to help hold it in place.
d. Install the pump head to the pump assembly.
e. Repeat the above steps to install the remaining pump head.
10. Tighten socket head screws to the torque specified in Figure 4 on page 63.
SEASONAL MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Perform the following procedure before storing the injection pump for long periods:
NOTE: Failure to perform seasonal maintenance may result in damage to injection system or reduce the
working life of the injection pump.
1. Empty product from the chemical supply tank and flush the injection pump with water.
2. Remove hardened chemical residues or build up by flushing the injection system with:
a. kerosene or fuel oil if the last product through the pump was petroleum based.
b. soap and water if the last product through the pump was water based.
WARNING
Always use caution when performing
maintenance or servicing an injection pump or
system which has been previously pressurized.
Wear appropriate protective equipment to
prevent contact with hazardous chemicals and
rinse the chemical system as instructed by the
chemical manufacturer prior to performing
maintenance.