![]() ![]() ![]() Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): Sharples Engineering Date: 1910 - Description: Vacuum pump - open operated, crank driven. Adapted as a whistle blower. Originally from Campbell Town. This hand operated pump was amongst first used for milking machines. Adaption - whistle from McCarthy's steam traction engine and hand wheel from a laundry mangle. Collectors item. Format: Realia Object: pumps Titles: Sharples Vacuum Pump Subjects: dairy farms; farm machines; pumps Places: Campbell Town, Tasmania Institution: Grubb Shaft Gold and Heritage Museum Object number: GSM_00019 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Grubb Shaft Gold and Heritage Museum. For any questions about the content please contact them. |