REED 00 C50SS, Manual, Page: 81 / 84

REED
00 MODEL:
C50SS
TRAILER CONCRETE PUMP
MAINT
PAGE 51
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Install the gauging unit to the accumulator after turning the “T” handle
counterclockwise until a resistance is felt. Also close manual bleed valve, hand tight.
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After gauging unit has been installed, turn “T” handle clockwise a maximum of 3 full
turns from the full closed position. The gauge will indicate the existing precharge
pressure.
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Release the pressure by carefully opening the manual bleed valve. Remove
gauging unit from accumulator.
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Using the core tool contained in the accumulator repair kit, remove the valve core #3
of the bladder.
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At the bottom of the accumulator, remove vent screw #19 and seal ring #20.
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Use a spanner wrench to remove lock nut #18 then remove the spacer ring #17.
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Loosen the fluid port #9 and push it into the shell. Remove the back-up ring #21, O-
ring #16 and flat ring #15 from the fluid port.
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Pull anti-extrusion ring #14 off the fluid port and by folding the ring in half remove it
through the fluid side opening.
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Remove the fluid port #9.
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At the top of the accumulator remove locknut #4.
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From the fluid side remove the bladder #2. It may be necessary to fold the bladder
lengthwise to remove it.
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