Flowserve PVML - Manual (Page 19)

PVML USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 00079591 – 01/05
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Refer to the manuals of any associated
equipment for routine checks needed.
6.1.2 Periodic inspection (six monthly)
a) Check foundation bolts for security
of attachment and corrosion.
b) Check pump running records for hourly usage to
determine if motor bearing lubricant requires
changing.
Refer to the manuals of any associated
equipment for periodic checks needed.
6.1.3 Mechanical seals
No adjustment is possible. When leakage reaches an
unacceptable level the seal will need replacement.
6.1.4 Gland packing
The stuffing box split gland can be completely
removed for re-packing or to enable the addition of
extra rings of packing.
The stuffing box is normally supplied with a lantern
ring to enable a clean or pressurised flush to the
centre of the packing. If not required, this can be
replaced by an extra 2 rings of packing.
There must always be a small leakage, normally a
minimum of 120 drops per minute to atmosphere to
lubricate and cool the packing is required.
6.2 Spare parts
6.2.1 Ordering of spares
Flowserve keep records of all pumps that have been
supplied. When ordering spares the following
information should be quoted:
1) Pump serial number.
2) Pump
size.
3) Part name – taken from section 8 and
relevant P.O. related parts list. (Tab 1)
4) Part number – taken from relevant P.O.
related parts list. (Tab 1)
5) Number of parts required.
The pump size and serial number are shown on the
pump nameplate.
To ensure continued satisfactory operation,
replacement parts to the original design specification
should be obtained from Flowserve.
Any change to the original design specification
(modification or use of a non-standard part) will
invalidate the pump’s safety certification.
6.2.2 Storage of spares
Spares should be stored in a clean dry area away
from vibration. Inspection and re-treatment of metallic
surfaces (if necessary) with preservative is
recommended at 6 monthly intervals.
6.3 Recommended spares and
consumable items
For start up purposes (Initial spares):
1 - set of gaskets and seals
(optional: 1 - complete set of gland packing)
For initial stock (Normal spares):
1 - set of motor bearings (line and thrust)
1 - mechanical seal or set of seal faces
2 - sets of gaskets and seals
2 - casing wear rings
(optional: 2 - sets of gland packing
2 - shaft sleeves
2 - lantern rings
2 - impeller wear rings)
For 2 years operation:
1 - set of motor bearings (line and thrust)
1 - mechanical seal
2 - sets of gaskets and seals
2 - casing wear rings
2 - impeller wear rings
1 - impeller
1 - diffuser
(optional: 2 - sets of gland packing
2 - shaft sleeves
2 - lantern rings
2 - impeller wear rings)
6.4 Tools required
A typical range of tools that will be required to
maintain these pumps is listed below.
Readily available in standard tool kits, and
dependent on pump size:
• Open ended spanners (wrenches) to suit up to
M 48 screws/nuts
• Socket spanners (wrenches), up to M 48
screws
• Allen keys, up to 10 mm (A/F)
• Range of screwdrivers
• Soft mallet
More specialized equipment:
• Bearing pullers
• Bearing induction heater
• Dial test indicator
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