Rebuilding
the
Welch 1402
Vacuum Pump
Preparation
Supplies that may be helpful rebuilding your vacuum pump:
(Revised 10/29/15)
P1
Preparation, wear oil-proof gloves to protect your hands from contact with oil and the contaminants that may be in the oil.
P2
Preparation, some tools that may be useful:
--- flathead screwdriver
--- phillips head screwdriver,
--- adjustable wrench,
--- pliers,
--- allen wrenches,
--- ratchet with sockets.
P2.1
Preparation, you may need 1/2 and 7/16 inch sockets.
P3
Preparation, cleaning is easier with:
--- pipe cleaner,
--- toothbrush,
--- scrubby pad (not metal),
Please use a scrubby pad that will not scratch metal.
P4
Preparation, this may be messy so a bucket with a mild degreaser to soak parts and plenty of
oil absorbent pads will help.
P5
Preparation, use a wood block to separate any metal parts that might be stuck together, put
the wood block on one metal part and hit the other end of the wood block with a hammer. The wood will not damage the metal.
P6
Go to the Welch website:
www.welchvacuum.com
and click on exploded view and repair
kits, and download an exploded parts diagram of the model 1402 pump to make it much, much easier to identify and order parts.
Please also
download and read the operating manual.
To order parts from the manufacturer call Welch Vacuum at:
847-676-8800