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7.6 Nozzle Component Service and O-ring Replacement
The BAM 1020 sample nozzle system needs periodic inspection and service in order to
prevent flow leaks. The primary indicator is if the nozzle up/down motion feels sticky or gritty
when performing the normal monthly nozzle cleaning, or if the nozzle fails to fully seal against
the tape when lowered, causing leakage. The nozzle O-ring may need to be replaced
approximately every two years during continuous operation. This is a simple matter and no
special tools are required. Instructions for O-ring replacement are below.
The sample nozzle may also be easily removed from the BAM 1020 for further cleaning or
rebuild. This requires a set of brass adjustment shims to set the spring tension during
reassembly. The standard BX-308 BAM tool kit contains all of the required tools and
instructions. The BX-310 kit includes the two shims only.
1. Remove the filter tape and the main BAM 1020 case cover. The sample nozzle must
be in the down position. Lower it using the TEST > PUMP menu if needed. Lift the
nozzle up and down against its spring with your thumb and note the action feel.
2. Remove the four screws (t
wo flat head Philips, two 9/64” hex) that fasten the square
inlet receiver bracket to the BAM chassis. Lift the assembly off of the BAM. It is not
necessary to remove the bracket from the inlet receiver cylinder.
3.
Remove the three 9/64” hex screws that fasten the nozzle adapter to the top of the
beta block. A T-handle hex wrench is easiest. The nozzle adapter can now be lifted off
of the top of the nozzle, revealing the O-ring location. Clean the top of the nozzle.
4. Remove the O-ring from the groove. Thoroughly clean the O-ring groove and the
inside if the nozzle adapter using alcohol and cotton-tipped applicators, then install the
new O-ring and lubricate it with silicone grease.
5. Check the nozzle up/down action again before reassembly. If the nozzle action feels
smooth, then reinstall the nozzle adapter and inlet receiver assemblies. Check the
nozzle action after each step of reassembly to identify any binding or sticking. Perform
a normal leak check when finished.
6. Optional further disassembly (shim set required): If the nozzle action feels feel
sticky or gritty with the nozzle adapter removed, then the nozzle needs to be removed
and the nozzle and bushings cleaned. Loosen the two (or three) set screws in the cam
Inlet Receiver
Nozzle Adapter
Nozzle 8009
O-ring 720066
Spacer 8010
Cam Follower 8007
Spring 2998
O-ring Location
4 Screws
3 Screws