Jet pump disassembly, Jet pumps – Xylem GSSERVICE R2 Service Manual Submersible Pumps & Jet Pumps User Manual

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JET

PUMPS

Jet Pump Disassembly . . .

1. Turn off power to motor. Disconnect service

wires from pressure switch.

2. Drain system to relieve pressure.
3. Disconnect motor cord from pressure switch

when used.

4. Remove casing bolts. If pump is mounted

on top of tank, remove bolt holding motor
adapter to mounting pad.

5. Disconnect tubing between casing or

pressure control valve and pressure switch.

6. Remove motor, motor adapter casing, and

rotating element. Casing remains attached
to piping.

7. Remove guide vane seal ring and diaphragm

gasket ring.

8. Remove guide vane from motor adapter (via

4 bolts or may be snap in type).

9. A.O. Smith Motors – Remove motor end

cover. Insert

7

16

" open end wrench under

switch mechanism or behind overload
protector onto flats on motor shaft.
While holding the shaft against rotating, turn
the impeller counterclockwise. The impeller
should turn completely off the shaft in this
manner.

10. Using two screwdrivers, pry out holding

collar of mechanical seal assembly.

11. Motor adapter can be unbolted from the

motor (for motor replacement).

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