Instrument Innovations rotary valve maintenance

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RichC
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Instrument Innovations rotary valve maintenance

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Are the Instrument Innovations rotary valves disassembled in the same way as a traditional rotary valve?
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It would be best to contact them directly. The Olsen`s have tremendous costumer service and are always willing to answer any questions. Better to go to the source than get your info 2nd hand
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Yes, but more like Greenhoe with both plates that can come off the casing iirc.
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I think that the “double bearing plate” feature makes them a little different. It involves a few more steps for disassembly, cleaning and reassembly.
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Thanks. In that case, best to get some instructions before tackling, at least for me.
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Overall it's the same as for any rotor.

It IS a bit tricky though, to get the bearing plates to seat correctly to eliminate the endplay I have found.


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