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Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement

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  1. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Disconnect the spark plug wire: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Disconnect the spark plug wire: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Before you begin, make sure the device is switched off and the engine is cool to the touch.

    • Grab the plastic housing at the end of the spark plug wire.

    • Pull firmly to disconnect the wire from the spark plug.

  2. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the pump housing cover: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the pump housing cover: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the pump housing cover: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Use the included wrench to loosen the four black knobs securing the pump housing cover.

    • If the wrench is missing, slide a screwdriver shank through the knob and twist to loosen the knobs.

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    • Slide the pump housing cover out of the pump and remove it.

  4. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the recoil starter: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Use a 10 mm socket and wrench to remove the three bolts securing the recoil starter.

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    • Remove the recoil starter from the engine.

  6. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Brace the driveline: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Slide a large screwdriver through the slots in the starter cap and brace the screwdriver with a wooden block to prevent the driveline from turning clockwise.

  7. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the impeller: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the impeller: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Use a 19 mm socket, extension, and wrench to loosen the impeller from the driveline.

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    • Remove the impeller from the driveline.

  9. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the washers: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Remove the two washers from the driveline.

    • Replace these washers if they look worn.

  10. Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the mechanical seal: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the mechanical seal: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Wacker Pump PT3A 2012 Mechanical Seal Replacement, Remove the mechanical seal: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Use a flathead screwdriver to pry and loosen the mechanical seal from its recess.

    • Remove the mechanical seal.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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