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SECTION 1 CAUTIONS — RE AD FIRS T! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SECTION 2 W ILDEN PUMP DESIGNATION SYS TEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

SECTION 3 HOW IT WORKS — PUMP & AIR DIS TRIBUTION SYS TEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
SECTION 4 DIMENSIONAL DR AW INGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE
P400 Plastic Rubber-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
P400 Plastic TPE-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
P400 Plastic Reduced-Stroke PTFE-Fitted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
P400 Plastic Full-Stroke PTFE-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SECTION 6 SUGGES TED INS TALL ATION, OPER ATION & TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . 8

SECTION 7 DISASSEMBLY / REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Air Valve / Center Section Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Reassembly Hints & Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

SECTION 8 E XPLODED VIE W & PAR TS LIS TING

P400 Plastic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

SECTION 9 EL AS TOMER OP TIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Section 1
CAUTIONS—READ FIRST!

CAUTION: Do not apply compressed air to the CAUTION: The process fluid and cleaning fluids
exhaust port — pump will not function. must be chemically compatible with all wetted
pump components. Consult Chemical Resistance
CAUTION: Do not over-lubricate air supply — Guide.
excess lubrication will reduce pump performance.
Pump is pre-lubed. CAUTION: Pumps should be thoroughly flushed
before installing into process lines. FDA- and
TEMPERATURE LIMITS: USDA-approved pumps should be cleaned and/
Acetal –29°C to 82°C –20°F to 180°F or sanitized before being used.
Buna-N –12°C to 82°C 10°F to 180°F
Geolast® –40°C to 82°C –40°F to 180°F CAUTION: Always wear safety glasses when
Neoprene –18°C to 93°C 0°F to 200°F operating pump. If diaphragm rupture occurs,
Nordel® EPDM –51°C to 138°C –60°F to 280°F material being pumped may be forced out air
Nylon –18°C to 93°C 0°F to 200°F exhaust.
PFA –7°C to 107°C 45°F to 225°F
Polypropylene 0°C to 79°C 32°F to 175°F CAUTION: Before any maintenance or repair is
Polyurethane –12°C to 66°C 10°F to 150°F attempted, the compressed air line to the pump
PVDF –12°C to 107°C 10°F to 225°F should be disconnected and all air pressure
Saniflex™ –29°C to 104°C –20°F to 220°F allowed to bleed from pump. Disconnect all
SIPD PTFE with EPDM-backed 4°C to 137°C 40°F to 280°F intake, discharge and air lines. Drain the pump
SIPD PTFE with Neoprene-backed 4°C to 93°C 40°F to 200°F by turning it upside down and allowing any fluid
PTFE  1
4°C to 104°C 40°F to 220°F to flow into a suitable container.
Viton® FKM –40°C to 177°C –40°F to 350°F
Wil-Flex™ –40°C to 107°C –40°F to 225°F CAUTION: Blow out air line for 10 to 20 seconds
4°C to 149°C (40°F to 300°F) - 13 mm (1/2") and 25 mm (1") models only.
1 
before attaching to pump to make sure all
NOTE: Not all materials are available for all pipeline debris is clear. Use an in-line air filter. A
models. Refer to Section 2 for material options 5μ (micron) air filter is recommended.
for your pump.
NOTE: When installing PFTE diaphragms, it is
CAUTION: When choosing pump materials, be important to tighten outer pistons simultaneously
sure to check the temperature limits for all wetted (turning in opposite directions) to ensure tight fit.
components. Example: Viton® has a maximum (See torque specifications in Section 7.)
limit of 177°C (350°F) but polypropylene has a
maximum limit of only 79°C (175°F). NOTE: PVDF pumps come standard from the
factory with expanded PTFE gaskets installed
CAUTION: Maximum temperature limits are in the diaphragm bead of the liquid chamber,
based upon mechanical stress only. Certain in the T-section and in the ball and seat area.
chemicals will significantly reduce maximum PTFE gaskets cannot be re-used. Consult for
safe operating temperatures. Consult Chemical installation instructions during reassembly.
Resistance Guide for chemical compatibility and
temperature limits. NOTE: Before starting disassembly, mark a line
from each liquid chamber to its corresponding air
WARNING: Prevent static sparking — If static chamber. This line will assist in proper alignment
sparking occurs, fire or explosion could result. during reassembly.
Pump, valves, and containers must be grounded
to a proper grounding point when handling CAUTION: Pro-Flo® pumps cannot be used in
flammable fluids and whenever discharge of submersible applications.
static electricity is a hazard.
CAUTION: Tighten all hardware prior to installation.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig) air
supply pressure.

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Section 2
W I L D E N P U M P D E S I G N AT I O N S Y S T E M

P400 Plastic LEGEND P400 / XXXXX / XXX / XX / XXX / XXXX

38 mm (1-1/2") Pump MODEL
O-RINGS
VALVE SEATS SPECIALTY
Maximum Flow Rate: VALVE BALLS
DIAPHRAGMS
CODE
(if applicable)
450 lpm (119 gpm) AIR VALVE
CENTER BLOCK
AIR CHAMBERS
WETTED PARTS & OUTER PISTON

MATERIAL CODES
MODEL DIAPHRAGMS VALVE BALLS
P400 = PRO-FLO® BNS = BUNA-N (Red Dot) BN = BUNA-N (Red Dot)
EPS = EPDM (Blue Dot) EP = EPDM (Blue Dot)
WETTED PARTS & OUTER PISTON FSS = SANIFLEX™ FS = SANIFLEX™
KK = PVDF / PVDF [Hytrel® (Cream)] [Hytrel® (Cream)]
KZ = PVDF / NO OUTER PISTON FWL = SANITARY WIL-FLEX™, FW = SANITARY WIL-FLEX™
PP = POLYPROPYLENE / IPD [Santoprene® (Two Black
POLYPROPYLENE FWS = SANITARY WIL-FLEX™, Dots)]
PZ = POLYPROPYLENE / NO EZ-INSTALL [Santoprene® NE = NEOPRENE (Green Dot)
OUTER PISTON (Two Black Dots)] PU = POLYURETHANE (Clear)
NES = NEOPRENE (Green Dot) TF = PTFE (White)
AIR CHAMBERS PUS = POLYURETHANE (Clear) VT = VITON® (White Dot)
P = POLYPROPYLENE TEU = PTFE W/EPDM WF = WIL-FLEX™ [Santoprene®
BACK-UP (White) (Three Black Dots)]
CENTER BLOCK TNU = PTFE W/NEOPRENE
BACK-UP (White) VALVE SEATS
P = POLYPROPYLENE
TSS = FULL STROKE PTFE K = PVDF
W/SANIFLEX™ BACK-UP P = POLYPROPYLENE
AIR VALVE
TSU = PTFE W/SANIFLEX™
P = POLYPROPYLENE BACK-UP (White) VALVE SEAT O-RINGS
TWS = FULL STROKE PTFE BN = BUNA-N
W/WIL-FLEX™ BACK-UP TV = PTFE ENCAP. VITON®
VTS = VITON® (White Dot) WF = WIL-FLEX™ (Santoprene®)
WFS = WIL-FLEX™ [Santoprene®
(Three Black Dots]
ZGS = GEOLAST®, EZ-INSTALL
ZPS = POLYURETHANE,
EZ-INSTALL
ZSS = SANIFLEX™, EZ-INSTALL
ZWL = WIL-FLEX™, INTEGRAL
PISTON
ZWS = WIL-FLEX™, EZ-INSTALL

SPECIALTY CODES
0100 Wil‑Gard II™ 110V
0102 Wil‑Gard II™, sensor wires ONLY
0103 Wil‑Gard II™ 220V
0502 PFA-coated hardware
0504 DIN flange
0506 DIN flange, PFA coated hardware
0604 DIN flange Wil‑Gard II™ 220V

NOTE: Most elastomeric materials use colored dots for identification.

Viton ® is a registered trademark of DuPont Dow Elastomers.

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Section 3
HOW IT WORKS—PUMP
The Wilden diaphragm pump is an air-operated, positive displacement, self-priming pump. These drawings show flow pattern
through the pump upon its initial stroke. It is assumed the pump has no fluid in it prior to its initial stroke.

FIGURE 1 The air valve directs pressurized FIGURE 2 When the pressurized FIGURE 3 At completion of the stroke,
air to the back side of diaphragm A. The diaphragm, diaphragm A, reaches the limit the air valve again redirects air to the
compressed air is applied directly to the of its discharge stroke, the air valve redirects back side of diaphragm A, which starts
liquid column separated by elastomeric pressurized air to the back side of diaphragm diaphragm B on its exhaust stroke. As
diaphragms. The diaphragm acts as B. The pressurized air forces diaphragm the pump reaches its original starting
a separation membrane between the B away from the center while pulling point, each diaphragm has gone through
compressed air and liquid; a balanced diaphragm A to the center. Diaphragm B is one exhaust and one discharge stroke.
load removes mechanical stress from the now on its discharge stroke. Diaphragm B This constitutes one complete pumping
diaphragm. The compressed air moves forces the inlet valve ball onto its seat due to cycle. The pump may take several cycles
the diaphragm away from the center the hydraulic forces developed in the liquid to completely prime depending on the
of the pump. The opposite diaphragm chamber and manifold of the pump. These conditions of the application.
is pulled in by the shaft connected to same hydraulic forces lift the discharge
the pressurized diaphragm. Diaphragm valve ball off its seat, while the opposite
B is on its suction stroke; air behind discharge valve ball is forced onto its seat,
the diaphragm has been forced out to forcing fluid to flow through the pump
atmosphere through the exhaust port of discharge. The movement of diaphragm A
the pump. The movement of diaphragm toward the center of the pump creates a
B toward the center of the pump creates vacuum within liquid chamber A. Atmos­
a vacuum within chamber B. Atmospheric pheric pressure forces fluid into the inlet
pressure forces fluid into the inlet manifold of the pump. The inlet valve ball
manifold forcing the inlet valve ball off its is forced off its seat allowing the fluid
seat. Liquid is free to move past the inlet being pumped to fill the liquid chamber.
valve ball and fill the liquid chamber (see
shaded area).

HOW IT WORKS—AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

The Pro-Flo® patented air distribution system incorporates two
moving parts: the air valve spool and the pilot spool. The heart of
the system is the air valve spool and air valve. This valve design
incorporates an unbalanced spool. The smaller end of the spool
is pressurized continuously, while the large end is alternately
pressurized then exhausted to move the spool. The spool directs
pressurized air to one air chamber while exhausting the other.
The air causes the main shaft/diaphragm assembly to shift to
one side — discharging liquid on that side and pulling liquid in
on the other side. When the shaft reaches the end of its stroke,
the inner piston actuates the pilot spool, which pressurizes and
exhausts the large end of the air valve spool. The repositioning
of the air valve spool routes the air to the other air chamber.

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Section 4
DIMENSIONAL DR AWINGS
P4 0 0 Pol ypro py l e n e
DIMENSIONS
ITEM METRIC (mm) STANDARD (inch)
A 476 18.8
B 81 3.2
C 348 13.7
D 602 23.7
E 665 26.2
F 677 26.6
G 131 5.2
H 138 5.4
J 300 11.8
K 351 13.8
L 324 12.8
M 268 10.6
N 208 8.2
P 176 6.9
R 12 0.5
S 91 3.6
DIN FLANGE
T 110 DIA. 4.3 DIA.
U 150 DIA. 5.9 DIA.
V 18 DIA. 0.7 DIA.
ANSI FLANGE
T 98 DIA. 3.9 DIA.
U 127 DIA. 5.0 DIA.
V 16 DIA. 0.6 DIA.
LW0324 REV. A

P4 0 0 PVDF
DIMENSIONS
ITEM METRIC (mm) STANDARD (inch)
A 471 18.5
B 83 3.2
C 345 13.6
D 596 23.4
E 659 25.9
F 670 26.4
G 130 5.1
H 137 5.4
J 300 11.8
K 348 13.7
L 319 12.6
M 264 10.4
N 205 8.1
P 174 6.9
R 12 0.5
S 91 3.6
DIN FLANGE
T 110 DIA. 4.3 DIA.
U 149 DIA. 5.9 DIA.
V 18 DIA. 0.7 DIA.
ANSI FLANGE
T 98 DIA. 3.9 DIA.
U 126 DIA. 5.0 DIA.
V 16 DIA. 0.6 DIA.
LW0325 REV. A

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Section 5
PERFORMANCE

P400 PLASTIC
RUBBER-FITTED
Ship Weight........ Polypropylene 19 kg (41 lb)
PVDF 27 kg (59 lb)
Air Inlet.................................... 13 mm (1/2")
Inlet....................................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Outlet.................................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Suction Lift........................ 5.5 m Dry (18.2')
9.0 m Wet (29.5')
Disp. per Stroke1...............1.25 L (0.330 gal)
Max. Flow Rate............. 454 lpm (120 gpm)
Max. Size Solids.................... 6.4 mm (1/4")
1
Displacement per stroke was calculated at
4.8 bar (70 psig) air inlet pressure against a
2 bar (30 psig) head pressure.
Example: To pump 227 lpm (60 gpm)
against a discharge head pressure of 5.0
bar (73 psig) requires 6.9 bar (100 psig)
and 136 Nm3/h (80 scfm) air consumption.
Caution: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig)
Flow rates indicated on chart were determined by pumping water.
air supply pressure.
For optimum life and performance, pumps should be specified so that daily operation
­parameters will fall in the center of the pump's performance curve.

P400 PLASTIC
TPE-FITTED
Ship Weight........ Polypropylene 19 kg (41 lb)
PVDF 27 kg (59 lb)
Air Inlet.................................... 13 mm (1/2")
Inlet............................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Outlet............................ 38 mm (1-1/2")
Suction Lift........................ 4.8 m Dry (15.9')
9.3 m Wet (30.6')
Disp. per Stroke1.............   1.34 L (0.353 gal)
Max. Flow Rate............. 454 lpm (120 gpm)
Max. Size Solids..................... 6.4 mm (1/4")
1
Displacement per stroke was calculated at
4.8 bar (70 psig) air inlet pressure against a
2 bar (30 psig) head pressure.
Example: To pump 151 lpm (40 gpm)
against a discharge head pressure of 4.3
bar (63 psig) requires 5.5 bar (80 psig) and
68 Nm3/h (40 scfm) air consumption.
Caution: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig)
Flow rates indicated on chart were determined by pumping water.
air supply pressure.
For optimum life and performance, pumps should be specified so that daily operation
­parameters will fall in the center of the pump's performance curve.

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 PERFORMANCE

P400 PLASTIC
REDUCED-STROKE PTFE-FITTED
Ship Weight........ Polypropylene 19 kg (41 lb)
PVDF 27 kg (59 lb)
Air Inlet.................................... 13 mm (1/2")
Inlet....................................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Outlet.................................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Suction Lift........................ 3.3 m Dry (10.8')
9.7 m Wet (31.8')
Disp. per Stroke1.............  0.59 L (0.155 gal)
Max. Flow Rate............... 318 lpm (84 gpm)
Max. Size Solids..................... 6.4 mm (1/4")
1
Displacement per stroke was calculated at
4.8 bar (70 psig) air inlet pressure against a
2 bar (30 psig) head pressure.
Example: To pump 178 lpm (47 gpm)
against a discharge head pressure of 3.4
bar (50 psig) requires 5.5 bar (80 psig) and
136 Nm3/h (80 scfm) air consumption.
Caution: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig)
Flow rates indicated on chart were determined by pumping water.
air supply pressure.
For optimum life and performance, pumps should be specified so that daily operation
­parameters will fall in the center of the pump's performance curve.

P400 PLASTIC
FULL-STROKE PTFE-FITTED 20[34]
Ship Weight..... Polypropylene 19 kg (41 lb) 40[68]
PVDF 27 kg (59 lb) 60[102]
Air Inlet....................................13 mm (1/2”) 80[136]
Inlet.......................................38 mm (1-1/2”) 100[170]
Outlet....................................38 mm (1-1/2”)
Suction Lift.............................5.7 Dry (18.7’)
9.3 m Wet (30.6’)
Disp. Per Stroke1.....................1.1 L (.30 gal)
Max. Flow Rate............424 lpm (111.9 gpm)
Max. Size Solids.....................6.4 mm (1/4”)
1
Displacement per stroke was calculated at
4.8 bar (70 psig) air inlet pressure against a
2.1 bar (30 psig)head pressure.
Example: To pump 337 lpm (89 gpm) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120
against a discharge head of 1.4 bar (20 [38] [76] [114] [151] [189] [227] [265] [303] [341] [379] [416] [454]
psig) requires 5.5 bar (80 psig) and 147
Nm³/h (93 scfm) air consumption.
Caution: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig)
Flow rates indicated on chart were determined by pumping water.
air supply pressure.
For optimum life and performance, pumps should be specified so that daily operation
­parameters will fall in the center of the pump's performance curve.

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 SUCTION-LIFT CURVES

P400 PLASTIC
SUCTION-LIFT
C A PA B I L I T Y
Suction-lift curves are calibrated for
pumps operating at 305 m (1,000')
above sea level. This chart is meant
to be a guide only. There are many
variables that can affect your
pump's operating characteristics.
The number of intake and discharge
elbows, viscosity of pumping fluid,
elevation (atmospheric pressure)
and pipe friction loss all affect the
amount of suction lift your pump will
attain.

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Section 6
S U G G E S T E D I N S TA L L AT I O N
Wilden pumps are designed to meet the performance MUFFLER: Sound levels are reduced below OSHA
requirements of even the most demanding pumping specifications using the standard Wilden muffler. Other
applications. They have been designed and manufactured mufflers can be used to further reduce sound levels, but
to the highest standards and are available in a variety of they usually reduce pump performance.
liquid path materials to meet your chemical resistance
ELEVATION: Selecting a site that is well within the pump’s
needs. Refer to the performance section of this manual for
dynamic-lift capability will assure that loss-of-prime issues will
an in-depth analysis of the performance characteristics of
be eliminated. In addition, pump efficiency can be adversely
your pump. Wilden offers the widest variety of elastomer
affected if proper attention is not given to site location.
options in the industry to satisfy temperature, chemical
compatibility, abrasion resistance and flex concerns. PIPING: Final determination of the pump site should not be
made until the piping challenges of each possible location
The suction-pipe size should be at least the equivalent or
have been evaluated. The impact of current and future
larger than the diameter size of the suction inlet on your
installations should be considered ahead of time to make
Wilden pump. The suction hose must be non-collapsible,
sure that inadvertent restrictions are not created for any
reinforced type as these pumps are capable of pulling a high
remaining sites.
vacuum. Discharge piping should also be the equivalent
or larger than the diameter of the pump discharge which The best choice possible will be a site involving the
will help reduce friction losses. It is critical that all fittings shortest and straightest hook-up of suction and discharge
and connections are airtight or a reduction or loss of pump piping. Unnecessary elbows, bends, and fittings should
suction capability will result. be avoided. Pipe sizes should be selected to keep friction
losses within practical limits. All piping should be supported
INSTALLATION: Months of careful planning, study,
independently of the pump. In addition, the piping should
and selection efforts can result in unsatisfactory pump
be aligned to avoid placing stress on the pump fittings.
performance if installation details are left to chance.
Flexible hose can be installed to aid in absorbing the forces
Premature failure and long term dissatisfaction can be
created by the natural reciprocating action of the pump. If the
avoided if reasonable care is exercised throughout the
pump is to be bolted down to a solid location, a mounting
installation process.
pad placed between the pump and the foundation will assist
LOCATION: Noise, safety, and other logistical factors usually in minimizing pump vibration. Flexible connections between
dictate where equipment will be situated on the production the pump and rigid piping will also assist in minimizing
floor. Multiple installations with conflicting requirements pump vibration. If quick-closing valves are installed at any
can result in congestion of utility areas, leaving few choices point in the discharge system, or if pulsation within a system
for additional pumps. becomes a problem, a surge suppressor (SD Equalizer®)
should be installed to protect the pump, piping and gauges
Within the framework of these and other existing conditions,
from surges and water hammer.
every pump should be located in such a way that several
key factors are balanced against each other to maximum If the pump is to be used in a self-priming application, make
advantage. sure that all connections are airtight and that the suction lift is
within the model’s ability. NOTE: Materials of construction and
ACCESS: First of all, the location should be accessible. If
elastomer material have an effect on suction lift parameters.
it’s easy to reach the pump, maintenance personnel will
Please refer to the performance section for specifics.
have an easier time carrying out routine inspections and
adjustments. Should major repairs become necessary, ease When pumps are installed in applications involving flooded
of access can play a key role in speeding the repair process suction or suction head pressures, a gate valve should be
and reducing total downtime. installed in the suction line to permit closing of the line for
pump service.
AIR SUPPLY: Every pump location should have an air line
large enough to supply the volume of air necessary to Pumps in service with a positive suction head are most efficient
achieve the desired pumping rate. Use air pressure up to when inlet pressure is limited to 0.5–0.7 bar (7–10 psig).
a maximum of 8.6 bar (125 psig) depending on pumping Premature diaphragm failure may occur if positive suction
requirements. is 0.7 bar (10 psig) and higher.
For best results, the pumps should use a 5µ (micron) air NOTE: Pro-Flo® pumps are not submersible.
filter, needle valve and regulator. The use of an air filter
ALL WILDEN PUMPS ARE CAPABLE OF PASSING SOLIDS.
before the pump will ensure that the majority of any pipeline
A STRAINER SHOULD BE USED ON THE PUMP INTAKE TO
contaminants will be eliminated.
ENSURE THAT THE PUMP'S RATED SOLIDS CAPACITY IS
SOLENOID OPERATION: When operation is controlled by a NOT EXCEEDED.
solenoid valve in the air line, three-way valves should be
CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED 8.6 BAR (125 PSIG) AIR
used. This valve allows trapped air between the valve and
SUPPLY PRESSURE.
the pump to bleed off which improves pump performance.
Pumping volume can be estimated by counting the number
of strokes per minute and then multiplying the figure by the
displacement per stroke.

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This illustration is a generic

representation of an air-operated
double-diaphragm pump.

NOTE: In the event of a power failure, the shut off AIR-OPERATED PUMPS: To stop the pump from
valve should be closed, if the restarting of the pump is operating in an emergency situation, simply close
not desirable once power is regained. the shut-off valve (user-supplied) installed in the air
supply line. A properly functioning valve will stop the
air supply to the pump, therefore stopping output. This
shut-off valve should be located far enough away from
the pumping equipment such that it can be reached
safely in an emergency situation.

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 SUGGES T ED OPER AT ION & M A IN T EN A NCE
OPERATION: The P400 are pre-lubricated, and do not restarted by reducing the fluid discharge pressure or
require in-line lubrication. Additional lubrication will increasing the air inlet pressure. Wilden P400 pumps
not damage the pump, however if the pump is heavily run solely on compressed air and do not generate
lubricated by an external source, the pump’s internal heat, therefore your process fluid temperature will not
lubrication may be washed away. If the pump is then be affected.
moved to a non-lubricated location, it may need to be MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTIONS:  Since each
disassembled and re-lubricated as described in the application is unique, maintenance schedules may
DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS. be different for every pump. Frequency of use, line
Pump discharge rate can be controlled by limiting pressure, viscosity and abrasiveness of process fluid
the volume and/or pressure of the air supply to the all affect the parts life of a Wilden pump. Periodic
pump. An air regulator is used to regulate air pressure. inspections have been found to offer the best
A needle valve is used to regulate volume. Pump means for preventing unscheduled pump downtime.
discharge rate can also be controlled by throttling Personnel familiar with the pump’s construction and
the pump discharge by partially closing a valve in service should be informed of any abnormalities that
the discharge line of the pump. This action increases are detected during operation.
friction loss which reduces flow rate. (See Section 5.) RECORDS: When service is required, a record should
This is useful when the need exists to control the pump be made of all necessary repairs and replacements.
from a remote location. When the pump discharge Over a period of time, such records can become a
pressure equals or exceeds the air supply pressure, valuable tool for predicting and preventing future
the pump will stop; no bypass or pressure relief valve maintenance problems and unscheduled downtime. In
is needed, and pump damage will not occur. The addition, accurate records make it possible to identify
pump has reached a “deadhead” situation and can be pumps that are poorly suited to their applications.

TROUBLESHOOTING
Pump will not run or runs slowly. greater than the vapor pressure of the material
1. Ensure that the air inlet pressure is at least 0.4 bar being pumped (cavitation).
(5 psig) above startup pressure and that the differential 3. Check for sticking ball check valves. If material being
pressure (the difference between air inlet and liquid pumped is not compatible with pump elastomers,
discharge pressures) is not less than 0.7 bar (10 psig). swelling may occur. Replace ball check valves and
2. Check air inlet filter for debris (see SUGGESTED seats with proper elastomers. Also, as the check
INSTALLATION). valve balls wear out, they become smaller and can
3. Check for extreme air leakage (blow by) that would become stuck in the seats. In this case, replace balls
indicate worn seals/bores in the air valve, pilot and seats.
spool, main shaft.
4. Disassemble pump and check for obstructions in Pump air valve freezes.
the air passageways or objects that would obstruct 1. 
Check for excessive moisture in compressed
the movement of internal parts. air. Either install a dryer or hot air generator for
5. Check for sticking ball check valves. If material being compressed air. Alternatively, a coalescing filter
pumped is not compatible with pump elastomers, may be used to remove the water from the
swelling may occur. Replace ball check valves and
compressed air in some applications.
seals with proper elastomers. Also, as the check
valve balls wear out, they become smaller and can Air bubbles in pump discharge.
become stuck in the seats. In this case, replace balls
and seats. 1. Check for ruptured diaphragm.
6. Check for broken inner piston that will cause the air 2. Check tightness of outer pistons (refer to Section 7).
valve spool to be unable to shift. 3. Check tightness of fasteners and integrity of
7. Remove plug from pilot spool exhaust. O-rings and seals, especially at intake manifold.
4. Ensure pipe connections are airtight.
Pump runs but little or no product flows.
Product comes out air exhaust.
1. Check for pump cavitation; slow pump speed down
to allow thick material to flow into liquid chambers. 1. Check for diaphragm rupture.
2. Verify that vacuum required to lift liquid is not 2. Check tightness of outer pistons to shaft.
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P U M P DIS A S SE M BLY

To o l s R e q u i r e d : CAUTION: Before any maintenance or repair is attempted, the compressed air line
to the pump should be disconnected and all air pressure allowed to bleed from the
• 9/16” Wrench pump. Disconnect all intake, discharge, and air lines. Drain the pump by turning it
• Adjustable Wrench upside down and allowing any fluid to flow into a suitable container. Be aware of
any hazardous effects of contact with your process fluid.
• Vise equipped with
soft jaws (such as NOTE: The model photographed for these instructions incorporates PTFE
plywood, plastic diaphragms, balls, and seats. Models with Rubber diaphragms, balls and seats are
or other suitable the same except where noted.
material)

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Please note alignment marks on Using a 9/16" wrench, loosen the Remove the discharge manifold to
liquid chambers. Use to properly discharge manifold from the liquid expose the valve balls, valve seats
align center section with liquid chambers. and valve seat O-rings.
chamber.

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Step 4 Step 5 Step 6

Inspect valve balls, valve seats, and Using a 9/16” wrench, loosen the Remove the inlet manifold, valve
valve seat O-rings for nicks, gouges, inlet manifold from the liquid balls, valve seats and valve seat
chemical attack or abrasive wear. chambers. O-rings and inspect for nicks,
gouges, chemical attack or abrasive
wear.

Step 7 Step 8 Step 9

Using a 9/16” wrench, remove Remove the liquid chamber to Using two adjustable wrenches,
the liquid chamber fasteners that expose the diaphragm and outer or rotating both diaphragms by
secure the liquid chamber to the piston. hand (counterclockwise), remove
center section. the diaphragm assembly from the
center section assembly.

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Step 10 Step 11
Due to varying torque values, one of Remove diaphragm assembly from
the following two situations may occur: shaft, secure shaft with soft jaws (a
1) The outer piston, diaphragm and vise fitted with plywood, plastic or
inner piston remain attached to the other suitable material) to ensure
shaft and the entire assembly can shaft is not nicked, scratched or
be removed from the center section. gouged. Using an adjustable wrench
or rotating counterclockwise by
2) The outer piston, diaphragm and hand, remove diaphragm assembly
inner piston separate from the shaft, from shaft.
which remains connected to the
opposite side diaphragm assembly.

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 AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM (ADS) DISASSEMBLY

To o l s R e q u i r e d : CAUTION: Before any maintenance or repair is attempted, the compressed air line
to the pump should be disconnected and all air pressure allowed to bleed from the
• 3/16” Wrench pump. Disconnect all intake, discharge, and air lines. Drain the pump by turning it
• O-ring Pick upside down and allowing any fluid to flow into a suitable container. Be aware of
hazardous effects of contact with your process fluid.

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Using a 3/16” hex-head wrench, Remove muffler plate and air valve Lift away air valve assembly
loosen air valve bolts. bolts from air valve assembly, and remove air valve gasket for
exposing muffler gasket for inspection. Replace if necessary.
inspection. Replace if necessary.

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AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM (ADS) DISASSEMBLY

Step 4 Step 5 Step 6

Remove air valve end cap to expose Remove the air valve spool from the air Remove pilot sleeve from center
air valve spool by simply lifting up valve body by threading one air valve section. To do so, the air chambers
on end cap once air valve bolts are bolt into the end of the air valve spool must be removed from the center
removed. NOTE: Pro-Flo V™ air and gently sliding the spool out of the block which will expose the pilot
valve incorporates an end cap at air valve body. Inspect seals for signs spool sleeve.
both ends of the air valve. of wear and replace entire assembly if
necessary. Use caution when handling
air valve spool to prevent damaging
seals. NOTE: Seals should not be
removed from assembly. Seals are not
sold separately.

Step 7 Step 8
Using an O-ring pick, gently remove the O-ring from the opposite side Inspect center section seals for
of the “notched end” on one side of the pilot spool. Gently remove the signs of wear. If necessary, remove
pilot spool from pilot spool sleeve and inspect for nicks, gouges and seals with O-ring pick and replace.
wear. Replace pilot sleeve or outer sleeve O-rings if necessary. During
re-assembly, never insert the pilot spool into the sleeve with the “notched
end” first, this end incorporates the urethane O-ring and will be damaged
as it slides over the ports cut in the sleeve. NOTE: Seals should not be
removed from pilot spool. Seals are not sold separately.
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Section 7C
R E A S SE M BLY HIN T S & T IP S
REASSEMBLY: SHAFT SEAL INSTALLATION:
Upon performing applicable maintenance to the air PRE-INSTALLATION
distribution system, the pump can now be reassembled. • Once all of the old seals have been removed, the
Please refer to the disassembly instructions for photos inside of the bushing should be cleaned to ensure
and parts placement. To reassemble the pump, follow no debris is left that may cause premature damage
the disassembly instructions in reverse order. The air to the new seals.
distribution system needs to be a ­ ssembled first, then
the diaphragms and finally the wetted path. Please INSTALLATION
find the applicable torque specifications on this page. The following tools can be used to aid in the installation
The following tips will assist in the assembly process. of the new seals:
• Lubricate air valve bore, center section shaft and Needle-Nose Pliers
pilot spool bore with NLGI grade 2 white EP bearing Phillips Screwdriver
grease or equivalent. Electrical Tape
• Clean the inside of the center section shaft bore to
• Wrap electrical tape around each leg of the needle-nose
ensure no damage is done to new seals.
pliers (heat shrink tubing may also be used). This is done
• A small amount of NLGI grade 2 white EP bearing
to prevent damaging the inside surface of the new seal.
grease can be applied to the muffler and air valve
• With a new seal in hand, place the two legs of the
gaskets to locate gaskets during assembly.
needle-nose pliers inside the seal ring. (See Figure A.)
• Make sure that the exhaust port on the muffler plate
• Open the pliers as wide as the seal diameter will allow,
is centered between the two exhaust ports on the
then with two fingers pull down on the top portion of
center section.
the seal to form kidney-shape. (See Figure B.)
• Stainless bolts should be lubed to reduce the
• Lightly clamp the pliers together to hold the seal into
possibility of seizing during tightening.
the kidney shape. Be sure to pull the seal into as tight
of a kidney shape as possible, this will allow the seal to
travel down the bushing bore easier.
PRO-FLO® MAXIMUM TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
• With the seal clamped in the pliers, insert the seal into
Description of Part Torque the bushing bore and position the bottom of the seal
Pro-Flo® Air Valve Bolts 5.1 N•m (45 in-lb) into the correct groove. Once the bottom of the seal is
Air Chamber to Center Block 27.1 N•m (20 ft-lb) seated in the groove, release the clamp pressure on the
pliers. This will allow the seal to partially snap back to its
Outer Piston 47.5 N•m (35 ft-lb)
original shape.
Manifolds to Liquid Chamber 9.6 N•m (85 in-lb)
• After the pliers are removed, you will notice a slight
Liquid Chamber to Air Chamber 9.6 N•m (85 in-lb) bump in the seal shape. Before the seal can be properly
resized, the bump in the seal should be removed as
much as possible. This can be done with either the
Phillips screwdriver or your finger. With either the side
of the screwdriver or your finger, apply light pressure
to the peak of the bump. This pressure will cause the
bump to be almost completely eliminated.
• Lubricate the edge of the shaft with NLGI grade 2
white EP bearing grease.
• Slowly insert the center shaft with a rotating motion.
This will complete the resizing of the seal.
• Perform these steps for the remaining seal.

Figure A Figure B NEEDLE-NOSE

PLIERS
SHAFT SEAL

TAPE
SHAFT SEAL
TAPE
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Section 8
E X PL ODED V IE W A ND PA R T S L IS T ING

P400 PLASTIC EXPLODED VIEW

PLASTIC ADS

FULL-STROKE PTFE FULL-STROKE IPD REDUCED-STROKE PTFE

LW0328 REV. A

ALL CIRCLED PART IDENTIFIERS ARE INCLUDED IN REPAIR KITS (see section 9).
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P400 PLASTIC PA R T S L I S T I N G

Item Description Qty. P400/PPPPP P400/KKPPP

P/N P/N
AIR DISTRIBUTION COMPONENTS
1 Air Valve Assembly, Pro-Flo® 1 1 04-2000-20-700 04-2000-20-700
2 O-Ring, End Cap (-225, Ø1.859" x Ø.139") 2 04-2390-52-700 04-2390-52-700
3 End Cap 2 04-2330-20-700 04-2330-20-700
4 Screw, SHC, Air Valve (1/4"-20 x 4-1/2") 4 01-6000-03 01-6000-03
5 Screw, SHC, Air Valve (#10-16 x 1-3/4") 2 04-6351-03 04-6351-03
6 Nut, Square (1/4"-20) 4 00-6505-03 00-6505-03
7 Muffler Plate, Pro-Flo® 1 04-3180-20-700 04-3180-20-700
8 Gasket, Muffler Plate, Pro-Flo® 1 04-3500-52-700 04-3500-52-700
9 Gasket, Air Valve, Pro-Flo® 1 04-2600-52-700 04-2600-52-700
10 Center Block Assembly, Pro-Flo® 2 1 04-3110-20 04-3110-20
11 Sleeve, Threaded, Center Block 4 04-7710-08 04-7710-08
12 Removable Pilot Sleeve Assembly 1 04-3882-99 04-3882-99
13 Pilot Spool Retaining O-Ring (-009, Ø.204" x Ø.070") 2 04-2650-49-700 04-2650-49-700
14 Shaft Seal 2 08-3210-55-225 08-3210-55-225
15 Gasket, Center Block Pro-Flo® 2 04-3526-56 04-3526-56
16 Air Chamber, Pro-Flo® 2 04-3681-20 04-3681-20
17 Washer, Flat (Ø.406" x Ø.875" x .125") 8 04-6741-03 04-6741-03
18 Screw, HHC (3/8"-16 x 1-1/4") 8 04-6190-03 04-6190-03
19 Bushing Reducer 3/4" MNPT to 1/2" FNPT 1 04-6950-20-700 04-6950-20-700
20 Muffler 3/4" MNPT 1 04-3510-99 04-3510-99
WETTED PATH COMPONENTS
21 Chamber, Liquid 2 04-5005-20 04-5005-21
22 Washer, Plain (Ø.406" x Ø.812" x .065") 32 04-6740-03 04-6740-03
23 Screw, HHCS (3/8"-16 x 3-1/2") 16 04-6191-03 04-6191-03
24 Nut, Hex Flange (3/8"-16) 16 04-6435-03 04-6435-03
25 Screw, HHCS, (3/8"-16 x 1-3/4") 16 04-6181-03 04-6181-03
26 Manifold, Discharge (ANSI) 1 04-5030-20 04-5030-21
Manifold, Discharge (DIN) 1 04-5031-20 04-5031-21
27 Manifold, Inlet (ANSI) 1 04-5090-20 04-5090-21
Manifold, Inlet (DIN) 1 04-5091-20 04-5091-21
GASKETS/VALVE BALLS/VALVE SEATS/VALVE O-RINGS
28 Valve Ball 4 * *
29 Valve Seat 4 04-1125-20 04-1125-21
30 Valve Seat O-Ring (-331, Ø2.225" x Ø.210") 4 * *
31 Manifold O-Ring (-340, Ø3.350" x Ø.210") 4 * *
FULL-STROKE RUBBER/TPE/PTFE/FSIPD COMPONENTS
32 Shaft, Pro-Flo® Rubber Advanced 1 04-3811-03 04-3811-03 1
Air Valve Assembly includes item
33 Shaft Stud (1/2"-20 x 1-7/8") 2 08-6150-08 08-6150-08 numbers 2 and 3.
34 Piston, Inner, Full-Stroke Rubber/TPE/PTFE/FSIPD 2 04-3700-01-700 04-3700-01-700 2 
Center Block Assembly includes
35 Diaphragm, Primary 2 * * items 10 and 14.
Diaphragm, Primary, Full-Stroke PTFE 2 04-1040-55 04-1040-55 BSP to NPT Air Line Reducer
Diaphragm, IPD Primary 2 * * Bushing (P/N 04-6950-23-702) is
36 Diaphragm, Backup, Full-Stroke PTFE 2 * * available upon request.
37 Piston, Outer, Full-Stroke Rubber/TPE/PTFE 2 04-4550-20-500 04-4550-21-500 0502 Specialty Code = PFA-Coated
REDUCED-STROKE PTFE COMPONENTS Hardware
32 Shaft, Pro-Flo® 1 04-3842-03 04-3842-03 0504 Specialty Code = DIN Flange
34 Piston, Inner, Reduced-Stroke PTFE 2 04-3752-01 04-3752-01 *Refer to Elastomer Chart (see
35 Diaphragm, Primary, Reduced-Stroke PTFE 2 04-1010-55 04-1010-55 Section 9).
36 Diaphragm, Backup, Reduced-Stroke PTFE 2 * * All boldface items are primary
37 Piston, Outer, Reduced-Stroke PTFE 2 04-4600-20-500 04-4600-21-500 wear parts.
LW0329 REV. A

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Section 9
ELASTOMER OPTIONS

P400 Plastic
FULL-STROKE
FULL-STROKE BACKUP EZ-INSTSALL FULL-STROKE IPD REDUCED-STROKE
MATERIAL DIAPHRAGMS (2) DIAPHRAGMS (2) DIAPHRAGMS (2) DIAPHRAGMS (2) DIAPHRAGMS (2) DIAPHRAGMS (2)
Polyurethane 04-1010-50 N/A N/A 04-1022-50 N/A N/A
Neoprene 04-1010-51 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Buna-N 04-1010-52 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Geolast® N/A N/A N/A 04-1022-15 N/A N/A
EPDM 04-1010-54 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Viton® 04-1010-53 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Saniflex™ 04-1010-56 N/A 04-1065-56 04-1022-56 N/A N/A
PTFE N/A 04-1040-55 N/A N/A N/A 04-1010-55
PTFE Encap. (Viton®) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
FDA Wil-Flex™ 04-1010-57 N/A 04-1065-57 04-1022-57 04-1031-57 N/A
Wil-Flex™ 04-1010-58 N/A N/A 04-1022-58 N/A N/A
Polypropylene N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
PVDF N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

REDUCED-STROKE
BACKUP VALVE SEAT MANIFOLD
MATERIAL DIAPHRAGMS (2) VALVE BALLS (4) VALVE SEATS (4) O-RINGS (4) O-RINGS (4)
Polyurethane N/A 04-1080-50 N/A N/A N/A
Neoprene 04-1060-51 04-1080-51 N/A N/A N/A
Buna-N N/A 04-1080-52 N/A 08-1300-52-500 04-1371-52
Geolast® N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
EPDM 04-1060-54 04-1080-54 N/A N/A N/A
Viton® N/A 04-1080-53 N/A N/A N/A
Saniflex™ 04-1060-56 04-1080-56 N/A N/A N/A
PTFE N/A 04-1080-55 N/A N/A N/A
PTFE Encap. (Viton®) N/A N/A N/A 08-1300-60-500 04-1371-60
FDA Wil-Flex™ N/A 04-1080-57 N/A N/A N/A
Wil-Flex™ N/A 04-1080-58 N/A 08-1300-58-500 04-1371-58
Polypropylene N/A N/A 04-1125-20 N/A N/A
PVDF N/A N/A 04-1125-21 N/A N/A
LW0329 REV. A
Backup diaphragms used with PTFE diaphragms only.

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standards of quality. Every pump is functionally tested to insure integrity of operation.
Wilden Pump and Engineering, LLC warrants that pumps, accessories and parts manufactured or supplied by
it to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from date of installation or
six (6) years from date of manufacture, whichever comes first. Failure due to normal wear, misapplication, or
abuse is, of course, excluded from this warranty.
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