
PUMP REASSEMBLY / SEAL REPLACEMENT
CAUTION
: The polished and lapped faces of the seal could be damaged if not
handled with care.
1.
When installing the replacement ceramic/carbon seal, use silicone sealant on the metal
portion, before pressing into the seal plate.
2.
Before installing the ceramic section of the seal into the impeller, be sure the impeller is
clean. Use a light density soap and water to clean the seal. Press the seal into the impeller
with your thumbs and wipe off the ceramic and carbon faces with a clean cloth.
3.
Remount the seal plate to the motor.
4.
Screw the impeller onto the motor shaft.
5.
Remount the diffuser onto the seal plate.
6.
Grease the diffuser O-ring.
7.
Assemble the motor sub-assembly to the strainer pot-pump body.
DO NOT
tighten down
any of the bolts until all 6 bolts are in place and finger tight.
8.
Fill the pump with water.
9.
Reinstall the pump lid by turning clockwise until hand tight (
DO NOT
over tighten with
tools).
10.
Prime the system; see Priming the Pump.