You can try loading the separator up to the maximum pressure and let it sit, just walk away. Sometimes they slowly break loose, you will hear it break loose.

Could also try loading the pressure and striking exterior of the part that the tapered shaft goes through. Be careful doing this, the separation could be sudden with the puller flying at you.

Good luck!!!

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