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Old 06-15-2004, 12:40 AM
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Hey peoples!

Here's my dilemma: while testing a new Walbro 255 for operation (touching leads to battery terminals) for maybe 10 sec's, it begins to get a bit warm (not too hot to handle, just warm).

Is this normal and how warm is safe ?

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Old 06-15-2004, 12:42 AM
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Are you putting fuel through it or just air?



I would think running air through it wouldnt be good?
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Old 06-15-2004, 12:43 AM
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Just running air through it... checking it for noises, retarded vibrations and such.
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Old 06-15-2004, 01:02 AM
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Fuel is the cooling medium for a fuel pump. The heat generated is normal but you should avoid running the pump in the manner you did for any lenght of time.
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Thanks for the input. Much appreciated.



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nevr run a pump dry, it will kill it!
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