TM 10-4610-215-24
TM 08580A-24/2
WARNING
Weight of R.O. pump motor is 251 pounds (114 kg). Attempting
to move it without proper equipment could cause serious injury.
Use equipment rated at 1 ton (0.91 tonne) or more to move R.O.
pump motor.
h. Test.
(1) Secure motor to test bench.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL HIGH VOLTAGE
Electrical high voltage can cause serious injury or death. Some
tests performed in testing require power to be connected. Always
take proper measures to ensure personal safety.
(2) Connect motor wiring to test bench leads.
(3) Connect power and run motor with and without load.
(4) Check motor for excessive vibration and fast temperature rise.
(5) Disconnect motor from test bench leads.
3-12. R.O. PUMP SUCTION/DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY. (Figure 3–7)
a. General. The suction/discharge assembly Of the R.O. pump iS the section through which the water IS
pumped. When the valve seats or packing in this assembly become worn, the pump will no longer function
properly and the damaged parts must be replaced. This paragraph describes removal, disassembly, inspection,
cleaning, reassembly, and installation of the suction/discharge assembly.
b. Removal.
(1) Remove R.O. pump from R.O. pump stand in accordance with paragraph 2-73.
(2)
3-28
WARNING
ROWPU piping and equipment can contain extremely high
pressure during and after operation. If this pressure is not
relieved before working on these pipes or equipment, serious
injury or death may occur. Be sure to open all drains and vents
before beginning any disassembly.
Weight of R.O. pump is 658 pounds (298 kg). Attempting to
move it without proper equipment could cause serious injury.
Use equipment rated at 1 ton (0.91 tonne) or more to move R.O.
pump.
Remove eight nuts (1) from suction/discharge assembly (2).
