Junkers WDRP 11-2 Water Filter: How to Reinsert the Spring Pin without Damage

Good morning,

I have a problem with the Junkers stove because of the old and obstructed pipes in the apartment. The previous time, when he stopped firing / extinguishing, the service technician took out a water filter, from which the sludge came out and deleted me for over PLN 130. Now, after five months, the stove began to go out again, so I pulled out the filter myself to see if there was sludge, but I can not push the pin back. Someone told me that there is apparently some way to do this where a man does not break his fingers, but I can't find anywhere how to do it.
I will be grateful for your help.

Remove the cotter pin completely. Press the plug firmly (it is not pressed enough in the picture) and slide the cotter pin (it should be visible after pressing)

So I understand that it's a matter of insufficient force on my part, thank you.

GalesM wrote:

So I understand that it's a matter of insufficient force on my part, thank you.

Yes. If it is not enough to press with your fingers, you can push it with some metal (or hard wooden) object (I often push with smaller pliers).

Hello, You should even lubricate the seal with petroleum jelly or silicone grease, press the plug firmly as your colleague writes above and even use pegged pliers to insert the cotter pin, but feel it not to damage it.
Regards.