4 operational recommendations – Flowserve Durametallic Double CRO User Manual

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4 Operational Recommendations

4.1 Do not start up the equipment dry. Vent air from the casing of

the pump and the seal chamber before startup.

4.2 If soap was used to ease seal installation, flush the seal chamber

with water before startup to prevent rotating face gasket O-ring

slippage and subsequent loss of seal drive.

4.3 Adjust the barrier water flow rate so there is no more than a

11°C (20°F) temperature rise between inlet and outlet temperature.

The barrier outlet water temperature should never exceed 51°C

(120°F). Consult Flowserve if you have any questions.

4.4 If the seal runs hot, above 51°C (120°F) or squeals, shut down the

pump immediately as not to damage the seal. Check to see if the

barrier water supply is working properly. If barrier water system is

working correctly, check the seal housing dimension to ensure the

seal is not over-compressed due to axial dimensional stack up

problems.

For special problems encountered during installation, contact your

nearest Flowserve Sales and Service Representative or Authorized

Distributor.

seal

end view

Suggested Barrier Water Supply System - Plan 53A

Figure 2

drain, normally closed

cooling out

pressure indicator (low)

pressure source,

normally open

outlet

inlet

pressure switch (high)

level switch (high)
level indicator
level switch (low)

cooling in

Reservoir

liquid fill

normally closed

cooling coils

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