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Floor Pump Gauge Replacement

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    1. Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Gauge Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Gauge Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Using a flat head screwdriver, pry up an edge of the gauge cover.

      • Remove the gauge cover.

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    2. Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Gauge Face Plate and Internals: step 2, image 1 of 3 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Gauge Face Plate and Internals: step 2, image 2 of 3 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Gauge Face Plate and Internals: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • No parts from the old gauge will be re-used, so there is no need to attempt to preserve the parts. However, be careful not to damage the gauge housing.

      • Pry up a corner of the gauge face plate.

      • Use pliers to pull off the gauge face plate.

      • Be careful not to cut yourself when prying off the face plate, as the edges are sharp.

      • Use pliers to pry out the internal gauge mechanics.

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    3. Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Old Gauge: step 3, image 1 of 2 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Removing the Old Gauge: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Using pliers, grip the exposed brass piece and unthread the gauge by rotating it counter-clockwise.

      • Pull the gauge out of its housing.

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    4. Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Replacing the Gauge O-rings: step 4, image 1 of 2 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Replacing the Gauge O-rings: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the O-ring at the bottom of the threaded hole.

      • Place a new O-ring into the hole.

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    5. Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Applying Threadlocker: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Apply medium-strength Loctite (green, 290) to the threads on the new gauge.

      • Apply a thin layer, but make sure it covers all the threads.

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    6. Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Installing the New Gauge: step 6, image 1 of 3 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Installing the New Gauge: step 6, image 2 of 3 Floor Pump Gauge Replacement, Installing the New Gauge: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Thread the new gauge into the floor pump by turning it clockwise in its housing.

      • Thread the gauge until it is snug and the BAR/psi markings are aligned with the pump body.

      • Gauge performance will not be affected by its position, so long as it is snug.

      • Allow at least 30 minutes for the thread locker to set.

      • Test the pump to its highest rated pressure and listen for leaks. If you can hear leaks from the gauge, tighten it.

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