Can you rebuild a cat pump?

CAT Pumps Rebuild Kits CAT Pumps company repair kits provide an easy way to purchase entire sets of seals, o-rings, valves, and more. It’s highly recommended to do a complete swap of these kinds of wear parts. If you’re going to take the time to replace one component, it’s smart to replace everything.

Where is Cat pump model number?

All Cat Pumps have a label on the pump to identify the model. If your pump has no model number label, you can identify your pump by either removing and measuring the cylinder on piston pumps or by removing and measuring the ceramic plunger on plunger pumps (see photos below).

How does a cat pump work?

Cat Pumps are triplex, positive displacement, reciprocating pumps. We offer both triplex piston and triplex plunger pump styles. With the positive displacement design, each revolution of the crankshaft creates a direct motion in the plunger/piston rods resulting in a positive output of flow from the pump.

How much oil does a cat pump hold?

Oil type and quantity to be used in a pressure washer pump

Why is my cat pump leaking oil?

If your CAT pump oil is leaking from the oil cap, then simply the oil level is too high, so you should drain it until the level is at the centre of the bubble gauge. If the leak is coming from between the crankcase and manifold, then this implies that the oil seals are worn and are in need of replacement.

How do you tell what pump you have?

To identify the model of your pump, you need to know the part number. Part numbers, also sometimes referred to as model numbers, can be found on your pump’s tag. A pump tag is a small rectangular plate that displays all the basic information about your pump.

Are cat pumps the best?

The industrial line of CAT pumps are designed for high flow (GPM) applications. They are known as the most reliable pump in the industry and are trusted for durability and longevity.

How much oil does a CAT 3535 pump take?

4.2 qts.
Crankcase capacity: 4.2 qts./134.4 oz. (4 L) Maximum liquid temperature: 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) Inlet ports (2):1 1/2″ NPTF.

What happens if I put too much oil in my pressure washer?

Overfilling oil may cause smoking, hard starting, spark plug fouling, and oil saturation of the air filter. Do not run the pressure washer before connecting and turning on the water supply failing to do so will result in damage to the pump.

What is pump serial number?

This can be found on the pump’s name plate which is usually screwed into the top of the pump body. Their serial numbers are usually 6 digits long and begin 1, 2, 3 or 4. With Liverani hygienic pumps there is a label, as shown in the picture, which gives us all the main information of the pump.

Who makes Cat Pumps?

Cat Pumps has been a leader selling precision triplex reciprocating pumps and systems for more than fifty years. Founded in 1968 by William L. Bruggeman, our Minneapolis, MN based company focuses on manufacturing and marketing the longest-lasting, most dependable high-pressure pumps available in the industry.

What causes a cat pump to pulsate?

Debris in Valves Debris in either of these valves can allow the water to free flow in and out of that valve chamber and not be properly discharged from the pump. This situation causes irregular flow patterns through the valve chambers, resulting in flow ripple or pulsation.

Can you use vacuum pump oil in a pressure washer pump?

The bottom line is that motor oil is not suitable for pressure washer pumps. Because pumps do not have oil filters hence risk damage due to impurities in motor oils; always use non-detergent oils.

Can I use 5w30 in my pressure washer?

For Best Results. If you want the best protection in all temperatures, as well as improved starting and lower oil consumption, Briggs & Stratton recommends springing for synthetic 5W-30 oil, rated for minus 20 degrees to 120 degrees. For best results in steady winter use, go for 5W-30.

How often should pressure washer pump oil be changed?

every 3 to 5 months
A pump oil change should be done every 3 to 5 months to keep equipment running smoothly, safely and efficiently. The high pressure pump inside a hard working pressure washer is literally the heart of the machine.