AncientGreek:
Having followed the correct procedure they were left with a single failure and it was perfectly safe to stooge around for a while burning off enough fuel to ensure a safe landing below the maximum landing weight.
So, once the good pump was cooled off, they could restore it and have a fully functioning airplane, right? If correct they certainly did not need to be below max landing weight to effect a safe landing. That's the part I don't understand.