Importantly, and like every other pump, a regularly scheduled maintenance is crucial. You want to monitor things over time, to prevent mishaps before they happen. There are essentially 4 main things to keep an eye on during the life of an AODD pump. First, the quality of the air used to operate the pump. Air can come in many different qualities with various amounts of water. Impurities are removed by an in-line air-filter. Making sure that this is operating and doesn’t become clogged with debris from poor quality air is important to prevent these particles from reaching the pump and causing premature wear on the pump diaphragms. Second, examine the pump’s elastomers (diaphragms) routinely for signs of wear – replace these if necessary. Third, Make sure you frequently check the fluid inlet and outlet of your pump. If either of these becomes clogged, it can lead to premature failure of the pump. Last, especially with pumps constructed of plastic, which can change shape over time, becoming compressed, make sure that you check the torque settings of the pump’s bolts.
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