SVC Bulletin--Continuous Vacuum Pump Shut Down Override

 Continuous Vacuum Pump Shut Down Override

Description

If the ‘Automatic Vacuum Shutoff’ box is unchecked in Local Machine Configuration Tool and the ‘Interval’ is set at ‘x’ minutes the pump will turn off after a scan is completed but will not restart for any additional scans until the PressTool is closed and restarted.  

Current Solution

Software:

1.  Any version of ITX lower than 1.3.1 will need to be updated to the latest version of software. 

2.  If the version of software is 1.3.1 or higher check the box for Automatic Vacuum Shutdown and change the Interval timer to ‘0’.

Pump:

1.  Remove the solenoid that is mounted on the pump. 

Vacuum Pump Solenoid Removal Instruction

a)  Disconnect the detachable line cord and the 24 volt power supply from the vacuum pump control box (2). The 24 volt power supply is no longer required.

b)  Remove the vacuum hose from the pump solenoid.

c)  Remove the vacuum pump assembly from its installed location.

d)  Unplug the solenoid cable connector (1) from the control box (2) and cut the two tie wraps (3) securing the cable to the vacuum pump.

e)  Remove the solenoid value assembly (4), nipple (5), and bushing (6) from the vacuum pump. 

f)  Install the new barbed fitting (7) into the “IN” port. 

g)  Reinstall the vacuum pump assembly.

h)  Connect the vacuum hose to the new barbed adapter on the “IN” port.

i)  Plug the line cord into the control box.