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Need replacement ULKA vibratory pump

Postby oconnef on Sat Sep 24, 2011 8:16 pm

Hey all,

I'm looking for a replacement for the pump in my Faema C85. I have an ULKA nh26 (according to the markings) and I use the machine for small volume catering events. On the ULKA site, it seems they don't make that motor anymore, nor can I seem to find any evidence of it's existence on the 'net.

Anyhow, I'm going to email them as well, just wanted to check on here for full research.

Thanks,
Tom.
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Postby erics on Sat Sep 24, 2011 8:29 pm

This should help you: http://groups.google.com/group/faema-compact-user-group

And, if you decide to break out the wrenches: Low Brewing Pressure Bezzera BZ07 . The pics by the OP are 1st class.
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Postby another_jim on Sat Sep 24, 2011 8:55 pm

As far as I know, only the fluid-o-tech vibratory pump is specified for continuous duty. It's the most common choice for catering machines.
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Postby allon on Sat Sep 24, 2011 9:35 pm

I replaced my Ulka pump with the Fluid-o-Tech pump on my C85.
You have to get a solenoid connector for the F-o-T pump, and put a diode in-line with it. The pump is available with an F-o-T OPV, which I don't use (it's set above the existing bypass valve's setting), but it makes it a royal pain to fit it onto the existing mount. My pump is currently hanging from rubber bands and has a bar towel stuffed around it to keep it from vibrating, but it does a great job.

You might want to borrow or buy a portafilter pressure gauge to help set the OPV.

Good luck!
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