Install the packed stuffing box, Install the pump, driver, and coupling – Goulds Pumps API 3171 - IOM User Manual

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Install the packed stuffing box

WARNING:
Packed stuffing boxes are not allowed in an ATEX-classified environment.

The stuffing box is packed at the factory. The packing is lubricated by a grease cup supplied with the
pump.
1. Fill the grease cup with any lithium-based #2 grease.
2. Install the grease cup on the tapped opening on the stuffing box.
3. Turn the cap on the grease cup several turns in order to inject the grease into the packing.
4. Hand-tighten the gland nuts.

355

193I

494V

367B

106

221

107

353

355C

105

364A

190G

105

Lantern ring

353

Gland stud

106

Packing set

355

Gland nuts

107

Gland

355C

Insert nuts

190G

Pipe nipple

364A

Packed box insert

193I

Grease cup

367B

Insert gasket

221

Stuffing box support

494V

Pipe elbow

Install the pump, driver, and coupling

1. Mount and fasten the pump on the baseplate. Use applicable bolts.
2. Mount the driver on the baseplate. Use applicable bolts and hand tighten.
3. Install the coupling.

See the installation instructions from the coupling manufacturer.

Installation

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