5troubleshooting – Trebor 110E User Manual
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MODEL 110E PUMP OPERATION / MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Pump Will Not Start, Fails to Operate
Cause:
Solution:
Insufficient air pressure.
Must be 10-15 psi greater than fluid discharge line
pressure.
Insufficient air volume.
See performance Chart (Section 3.3) for requirements.
Remote air logic system.
Replace or repair air logic system.
Bubbles in Fluid Discharge
Cause:
Solution:
Leaking fluid inlet fitting.
Tighten, or remove and wrap with TFE thread tape prior to
tightening.
Leaking main seal.
Tighten tie bolt nuts to 32 in-lbs. Replace diaphragms if
damaged.
Ruptured (perforated) diaphragm.
Replace Diaphragms.
Fluid Leaks
Cause:
Solution:
Tie bolt torque not enough to effect
seal.
Tighten all nuts to 32 in-lbs.
Damaged main seal.
Replace.
Check for irregularities in diaphragm groove on pump
body.
Check bore cap.
Tighten, or remove and replace seal.
Ruptured diaphragm(s) can result in
fluid leaks through air exhaust port and
remote air logic system.
Replace diaphragms, and any parts that may have been
damaged by fluid exposure.
Erratic Cycling
Cause:
Solution:
Check ball(s) not seating.
Replace check balls and O-rings.
Remote air logic system malfunctions.
Replace or repair remote control air logic system.