Speck Pumpen Chemical Corrosion / Material Degradation

Pump housing or nearby piping shows signs of chemical attack, discoloration, or softening.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Chronic high chlorine levels, Low pH water, Use of incompatible chemicals near pump, Incorrect replacement parts not matching Speck material specifications

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Wear gloves and eye protection when handling chemically affected components.

Assessment:

  • Inspect the Speck pump housing, lid, unions, and seals for cracks, soft spots, or severe discoloration.
  • Check water chemistry records; correct pH and chlorine to recommended ranges.

Repair:

  • Replace any compromised plastic components (housing, lid, unions) with genuine Speck parts made of the correct material (e.g., PP, PVDF as specified).

Maintain proper water balance to prevent recurrence.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Speck pump housing and plastic fittings
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