GRACO 171818 – Poppet & Piston Clearance Adjustment Tool

GRACO 171818 – Poppet & Piston Clearance Adjustment Tool

Adjustment tool specifically designed to ensure proper clearance between the poppets and the piston on President air motor assemblies. This precision tool helps maintain optimal pump performance by allowing technicians to properly adjust critical internal components during service and maintenance procedures.

Specifications

Gauge: 0.145 in (3.7 mm)

Gauge Thickness: 0.145 in (3.7 mm)

Function: measures clearance between poppets and seat of transfer valve

Adjustment Clearance: 0.145 in. (3.7 mm)

Features

Precision gauge measurement of 0.145 in (3.7 mm)

Ensures proper poppet and piston clearance

Professional service tool for maintenance

Designed specifically for President air motors

Applications

Service and maintenance of President air motors

Pump performance optimization

Professional pump servicing

Quality control during assembly

Compatible Equipment

President air motor assemblies

Monark pneumatic pump systems

air motor with transfer valve and poppet valve stems

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207579 – Padded Pliers

This is a specialized adjustment tool used to ensure proper clearance between poppets and piston components in President air motor systems. The 0.145 in gauge specification is critical for proper pump operation. This is an accessory tool that should be ordered separately. Used in conjunction with padded pliers (207579) for proper air motor service. Used to adjust transfer valve clearance between poppets and seat when open. Used with bottom adjusting nuts (33) on poppet valve stems (45) and grommets (32).

Reference Manuals

344905 (Page 7) Supply Pumps Brochure

306518 (Page 8) 5:1 Fire-Ball 300 Pump

306531 (Page 13) 15:1 Fire-Ball 300 Pumps

306674 (Page 10) 50:1 Fire-Ball 425 Pumps

306982 (Page 8) President® Air Motors