Iwaki Dosing Pump Maintenance: Simple Steps for Long Life.

Today, I want to talk about this Iwaki dosing pump. This thing caused me quite a headache, but I finally got it working. So, let me share my experience with you all.

First off, I got my hands on this Iwaki dosing pump. Looked pretty standard, nothing too fancy. The label had some specs on it, but honestly, I just glanced at it. I mean, who reads those things carefully, right? The important thing was that this little machine was supposed to help me pump and measure, I guess that is why it’s called metering pump. I needed to get it working.

The first thing I did was to find a good spot for it. I fixed it to a base, making sure it was secure. I’ve had stuff fall over before, and it’s a pain to clean up, so I made sure this pump wasn’t going anywhere. I’m pretty sure the manual said something about securing it, so, yeah, followed that, kinda.

• Located a spot.
• Secured the pump to the base.
• Made sure it was stable.

Then came the tricky part – the electrical stuff. I’m not an electrician, but I know enough not to mess things up too badly. I connected the wires, following the colors and diagrams. There was a moment when I thought I saw a spark, but maybe it was just my imagination. Anyway, I made sure everything was tight and connected. Of course, I kept in mind that if the pump or any of the electrical parts got wet, I needed to switch off the power immediately. I’ve seen what happens when water and electricity mix, and it’s not pretty.

Next up, I tested it. I turned it on, and it started humming. That was a good sign. I ran some liquid through it, just to see if it was actually pumping. It took a few tries to get the flow right. I played around with the settings, which was a bit confusing at first, but eventually, I got it to dispense the amount I needed. It wasn’t perfect, but it was close enough. I also made sure to keep the pump away from any fire sources. It makes sense since the manual warned against it.

Troubleshooting

It wasn’t all smooth sailing, though. There were times when the pump just stopped working, or it would dispense the wrong amount. I had to fiddle with it a bit, restart it a few times, and even consult the manual again (yes, I actually read it more carefully this time). I think the key was to be patient and not to force anything. Eventually, I got it to work consistently. It took a bit of trial and error, but that’s how you learn, right?

So, that’s my story about setting up the Iwaki dosing pump. It wasn’t the easiest thing to do, but I managed. Now it’s working fine, and I’m pretty happy with it. Hope this helps anyone who’s struggling with a similar setup. Just remember to be careful with the electrical stuff, secure the pump properly, and don’t be afraid to experiment a little. You’ll get it working eventually!