Gasboy 9800Q Series - Manual (Page 79)

MDE-4340A Series 9800Q Pumps and Dispensers Installation/Operation Manual · January 2006 Page 8-1
Preventive Maintenance
8 – Preventive Maintenance
General
Gasboy pumps and remote dispensers are designed and constructed to give many years of
uninterrupted service. In fact, hundreds of operators report years of trouble-free operation with
absolutely no service expense. Yet, certain parts of a pump are bound to wear, and Gasboy
therefore recommends a periodic inspection, at least twice a year, for such things as fuel leaks,
belt tension and condition, lubrication and strainer cleanliness. If such a procedure is followed,
any small adjustments that are necessary can be made before expensive, annoying breakdowns
occur. The result of this sound approach is continuous, profitable service from all of your
Gasboy equipment.
Procedures requiring disassembly of portions of the pump/remote dispenser should be
performed by competent service personnel.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock when servicing, turn off and lock out all power to the pump/
remote dispenser. In submersible pump applications, turn off and lock out power to the
submersible pump and any other remote dispensers which use that submersible pump. AC power
can feed back into a shut-off dispenser when remote dispensers share a common submersible
pump or starter relay. Always turn off and lock out all power to the remote dispenser and
submerged pumps at the master panel and close any impact valve before performing any
maintenance or service to the remote dispenser, including the changing of any fuel filters or
strainers. Also block islands so no vehicles can pull up to the remote dispenser when the
dispenser is being worked on.
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Hints for Better Pump Performance
Demand Competent Service
If your pump should stop or fail to operate properly, do not depend upon the repair service of a
general mechanic unless he is thoroughly familiar with the mechanism. Experience shows that
the repair results will be much more satisfactory if you demand the service of a competent
representative of the pump manufacturer. Gasboy has a distributor network which services
fuel dispensing and management systems in every section of the country.
Use Authorized Parts
Should excessive wear, rust, or corrosion of parts cause inefficient operation, it is always best
to replace them immediately; but if you want the best results and continuity of the
Underwriters' Label on your pump, ensure they are new authorized service parts supplied by
Gasboy. Every part of a pump or remote dispenser is carefully designed for a particular
purpose. If it is replaced by an incorrect or substandard substitute, pump operation will be
unsatisfactory. Always use new gaskets or seals when servicing or rebuilding Gasboy
equipment; do not re-use old ones.