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Vaccu Flush Toilet
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Maybe Peggie H will respond I just bought a used boat that has a Sealand Vaccu flush system. It works, however, the pump makes squeaking noises. anything I can do for preventative maintenance to stop the squeaking, outside of pulling the unit? THanks M |
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Vaccu Flush Toilet
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Hi all Maybe Peggie H will respond I just bought a used boat that has a Sealand Vaccu flush system. It works, however, the pump makes squeaking noises. anything I can do for preventative maintenance to stop the squeaking, outside of pulling the unit? VacuFlush pumps don't require any preventive maintenance 'cuz there are no moving parts in the pump that can wear or require lubrication, only a bellows in the pump that the motor drives up and down. The manual (if the PO didn't keep it, call SeaLand and get one...it covers just about every symptom, possible causes and cures a VacuFlush can develop) lists 6 possible reasons why the pump would make noise other than the normal "CHUNkaCHUNkaCHUNKa" of the bellows...only one (dirt or debris in the bellows housing, which is unlikely to produce a squeaking sound) isn't in the motor or gearbox. The two most likely to cause a squeaking sound are a worn teflon bushing or a worn or defective gear motor. I don't see any way out of pulling the pump out to find the cause and fix it...however, I strongly recommend that you call SeaLand before doing anything...800-321-9886. If they tell you it needs a new motor or anything else that will cost you more than about $100, get back to me before spending it...'cuz there may be a better solution. You can post here or email me at peg(dot)hall(at)sbcglobal(dot)net. Btw...how old is it? -- Peggie ---------- Peggie Hall Specializing in marine sanitation since 1987 Author "Get Rid of Boat Odors - A Guide To Marine Sanitation Systems and Other Sources of Aggravation and Odor" http://69.20.93.241/store/customer/p...40&cat=&page=1 |
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