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Unread 01-27-2004, 04:19 PM   #321
Cathar
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Originally Posted by bigben2k

How does this pump fail? How does it "die", and what can anyone do to extend its life?
The brushes wear out. They are a material rubbing on the contacts. It is a constant rotational rubbing action that wears away at the brushes. Eventually there will be nothing left of the brushes and the motor will stop.
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