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4.2 Wet End Removal, Inspection, & Reinstallation
IF THE DIAPHRAGM HAS FAILED, PROCESS FLUID MAY HAVE CONTAMINATED OTHER PARTS OF THE PUMP
INCLUDING THE DRIVE COMPONENTS
(ALTHOUGH NORMALLY, ANY PROCESS FLUID BEHIND A FAILED
DIAPHRAGM WOULD PASS THROUGH THE BOTTOM DRAIN HOLE
). HANDLE WITH APPROPRIATE CARE.
Figure 11: Wet End Components
Item Description
Discharge Connection
Assembly
Suction Check Valve
Assembly
Suction Connection Assembly
PULSA GLM
®
diaphragms do not have a specific cycle life; however, the accumulation of foreign
material or debris sufficient to deform the diaphragm can eventually cause failure. Failure can also
occur as a result of system over pressure or chemical attack. Periodic diaphragm inspection and
replacement are recommended. Each user should perform regular inspections to determine the
replacement interval that is appropriate to their system conditions.
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