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Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
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Author:  TheMews [ Wed Nov 30, 2011 12:33 pm ]
Post subject:  Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
The bore pump is losing prime and requires maintenance, the following issues exist:
  • Check valve below pump is not holding water.
  • The seal between the pump shaft and the pump is leaking water.
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Author:  TheMews [ Fri Jan 06, 2012 11:54 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
06/01/2012 : Replaced check valve and piping on suction side of pump. Pump is working , however leaking a large amount of water from the seal around the motor shaft.

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Author:  TheMews [ Wed Jan 18, 2012 8:23 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
18/01/2012 : Pump removed from well and sent for repairs.

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Author:  TheMews [ Thu Feb 02, 2012 8:44 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
20/01/2012 : Repair company was not able to service the pump as it is too badly corroded. They have suggested replacing with a new pump at a cost of $1200 (not including installation).
Author:  TheMews [ Thu Feb 02, 2012 8:47 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
30/01/2012 : Pump picked up from repair company.
Author:  TheMews [ Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:21 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
02/02/2012 : Replace pump packing seal

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Author:  TheMews [ Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:11 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
03/02/2012 : Attempted to return the pump to the well.

Whilst in the process of returning the pump to the well I was berated by one of the owners for performing this work. This owner has threatened to report me to "all of the authorities".

Work has ceased on this item for the moment until we can validate the owners concerns.

Saxon
Author:  TheMews [ Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:15 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
07/02/2012 : I have been checking with authorities and I can find no-one that can confirm there are any permits or licenses required to enter a well or work on a pump, with the exclusion of the electrical connection (which was performed by an electrician)

This particular owner has been troublesome in the past, at one stage physically poking me in the chest whilst yelling about another issue. With this in mind I am no-longer willing to work on the existing pump, so a new pump must be installed (as recommended by the repairer).

The cost of installing a new pump is: $2830.

Saxon
Author:  TheMews [ Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:22 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
Vote: Pump Replacement
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Author:  TheMews [ Tue Feb 07, 2012 6:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
Subject: RE: Bore pump replacement + repairs
Date: Tue, 7 Feb 2012 17:34:13 +0800
From: VIRGIN BORES

Hi Saxon

Thanks for the order.

I confirm we will replace your existing 5HP centrifugal pump with a new 5HP Lowara pump. We will replace the mounting supports at base of well. $3113 incl GST. At this stage it is anticipated we will do this work this coming Friday or Monday. We have ordered the pump.

As discussed I reiterate that we cannot guarantee the state of your borehole “spear” beneath the pump and it’s serviceability or practical lifespan left. Our quotation does not include replacing control equipment or any attendant electrical work required . Our quotation does not include a check valve and if found required it would be at additional cost.

Thanks for the order

Regards
Author:  TheMews [ Mon Feb 13, 2012 8:36 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Repairs to Reticulation Bore Pump
13/02/2013 : New pump was installed and all stations have been tested and are working ok.

The new pump appears to be delivering noticeably more water to the grounds.
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