Goulds Pumps 3796 i-FRAME - IOM User Manual

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Refer to the Impeller clearance setting topic for more information.

6. Tighten the setscrews in the seal locking ring in order to secure the seal to the shaft.
7. Remove the centering clips from the seal.

Seal the shaft with a conventional inside-component mechanical seal

WARNING:
The mechanical seal used in an Ex-classified environment must be properly certified. Prior to startup,
make sure that all areas that could leak pumped fluid to the work environment are closed.

NOTICE:
The mechanical seal must have an appropriate seal-flush system. Otherwise, excess heat generation and
seal failure can occur.

1. Assemble the seal chamber:

a) Install a seal-chamber cover or a backplate (184) and fasten with nuts (370H).

370H

184

b) Check the seal-chamber cover runout.

Rotate the indicator through 360º. If the total indicator reading is greater than 0.005 inches (0.13
mm), determine the cause and correct the issue before you proceed.

Maintenance (Continued)

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