WATERAX
MARK-3 Owner's Manual
03/2016
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Removing or Attaching the Pump End
The MARK-3 pump has a quick release pump clamp and detachable pump end which facilitates the
servicing of pump units and minimizes down-time in the field by allowing the quick replacement of pump
ends.
To remove pump from engine:
1. Lift pump clamp lever.
2. Release tension-adjusting knob at bottom of
clamp.
3. Remove clamp by tapping bottom end of
each half clamp.
4. Remove pump from engine.
To attach the pump end to the engine:
1. Place flexible buffer coupling on engine
coupling pins.
2. Align flexible buffer coupling holes to pump
end coupling pins and install.
3. Install pump clamp with the lever on the top
side (tension knob at the bottom). Align
clamp locating tabs with pump flange
locating stub.
4. Finger tighten tension knob located at
bottom of clamp to obtain a light pressure on
clamp ring.
CAUTION:
Apply FINGER PRESSURE ONLY to close pump clamp lever. Excessive pressure will
damage or break the clamp link.
Basic Care and Storage
The basic care described in this section does not require any disassembly of the pump. For
any servicing procedures that require removing any part of the pump to access a
component, please see the Service section.
WARNING:
Before doing any maintenance to the pump, always ensure that the
equipment cannot be accidentally started. Follow any apparatus and/or
departmental procedures or guidelines in regards to locking out the
equipment.
