
Rapide
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5.4.2 Installing the Tube Element
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Isolate the pump from the main power supply before
opening the pump door or performing any positioning,
removal or maintenance operation.
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Make sure the tube is compatible with the rotor assembly.
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Before using a new tube assembly, make sure the pump is
run in the clockwise direction for 1 minute.
1. Open the pump door.
2. Slide the tube element housing into the pump head.
3. Undo the shaft guard cover to gain access to the hand
crank hexagon nut by using a 17mm across flats socket.
Rotate the rotor assembly in a clockwise direction. (single
head pump)
4. Place the tube behind the vertical guide rollers and con-
tinue to turn the hand crank hexagon nut so that the ro
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tor assembly turns in a clockwise direction. (single head
pump)
5. When performed correctly the main rollers will compress
the tube element.
6. Slide the lower tube element housing into the pump head.
7. Once the tube is in place, close the pump door and push
in the plunger lock before switching on the power supply.
DANGER
Figure 12 Installing the Tube Element - Rapide 5000
CAUTION
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