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BFBP MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTION FOR
HZB200-430

Owner: COLOMBIA GECELCA 3.2

Contract No.：14 泵-45

Address: No.80 Hangdu Road, Shanghai, Post Code: 201316

China
Tel: 86-21-33758800-2157 Fax: 86-21-33758710
Website: http://www.spem.com.cn Email: tech@spem.com.cn
 CONTENT
1  GENERAL REMARKS ......................................................................................... 1 
1.1  About this manual ............................................................................................... 1 
1.2  Guarantee ............................................................................................................ 1 
2  SAFETY ............................................................................................................... 2 
2.1  Marking of instructions in the operating manual ................................................ 2 
2.2  Qualification and training of personnel .............................................................. 2 
2.3  Danger on non-observation of the safety regulations ......................................... 2 
2.4  Safety-guided working ........................................................................................ 2 
2.5  Safety instructions for user / operator ................................................................. 2 
2.6  Safety instructions for maintenance, inspection and assembly jobs ................... 3 
2.7  Prohibition of unauthorized rebuilding measures or alterations ......................... 3 
2.8  Inadmissible operating modes............................................................................. 3 
2.9  Explosion protection ........................................................................................... 3 
3  PACKAGE、 TRANSPORT & STORAGE ......................................................... 4 
3.1  Package ............................................................................................................... 4 
3.2  Transport/Lifting ................................................................................................. 4 
3.3  Storage ................................................................................................................ 5 
4  DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT ........................................................................ 6 
5  SCOPE .................................................................................................................... 7 
5.1  Equipment condition ........................................................................................... 7 
5.2  General overhaul information and advice ........................................................... 7 
5.3  Shipping from site ............................................................................................... 8 
5.4  Completion of booster pump overhaul ............................................................... 9 
5.5  Scheduled maintenance ....................................................................................... 9 
5.6  Fault diagnoses.................................................................................................. 10 
6  MAINTENCE PARTICULARS ........................................................................... 12 
6.1  Estimated weights ............................................................................................. 12 
6.2  Joints ................................................................................................................. 12 
7  LUBRICANT ....................................................................................................... 13 
8  ROUTINE MAINTENANCE .............................................................................. 14 
8.1  Preparation for maintenance ............................................................................. 14 
8.2  Examining the bearing ...................................................................................... 14 
8.3  Check mechanical seal ...................................................................................... 18 
9  OVERHAUL ........................................................................................................ 21 
9.1  Preparation ........................................................................................................ 21 
9.2  Examination and cleanliness ............................................................................. 21 
9.3  Balancing marks................................................................................................ 21 
9.4  General information on dismantling and assembly .......................................... 21 
9.5  Booster pump disassembly ............................................................................... 22 
9.6  Inspection, renewal and repair procedures........................................................ 23 
 9.7  Assembling the booster pump ........................................................................... 25 
10  LUBRICANTION ................................................................................................ 27 
1 GENERAL REMARKS
1.1 About this manual
The operating manual contains important information on how to operate the
pump safely, properly and most efficiently. Observing these instructions helps
to avoid danger, to reduce repair costs and downtimes and to increase the
reliability and life of the pump.
How to use this manual
The operating manual must always be available wherever the pump is in use.
These instructions must be read an applied by any person in charge of carrying
out work with and on the pump, such as transport, storage, installation,
operation and maintenance.
This manual should be used together with all other machine
documentation in order to have accurate information of your pump. Do
not start or operate this pump unless you have complete understanding
of the pump system and all auxiliary systems (driver, cooling, seal
flushing ...).
1.2 Guarantee
Guarantee is assumed according to the contractual agreements.
The normal warranty covers manufacturing or material defect, it does not
cover the damage caused by improper storage conditions, incorrect
installation, operation and using against designated use. During the period of
guarantee, repairs or modifications only can be made by our service
personnel or with our agreement.
2 SAFETY
This operating manual contains basic information, which has to be observed on
the installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance. Therefore this
operating manual has to be available constantly on site for the use of service
or site personnel and has to be read prior to commissioning and/or
assembly/disassembly of the pump.
Not only have the general safety instructions to be observed, which are given
under this main point "Safety", but also the special safety instructions given
below in the operating manual.

2.1 Marking of instructions in the operating manual

The safety instructions contain in these operating instructions, which – if not
observed - may result in harm to persons.

general danger sign

warnings against electrical voltage

explosion protection with the special sign

safety instructions which – if not observed ATTENTION

–may cause risks for the machine

2.2 Qualification and training of personnel

The personnel for service, maintenance, inspection and assembly has to hold
the necessary qualifications for this kind of jobs. Range of responsibility,
competence and the monitoring of the personnel have to be fixed clearly by the
user. In case the personnel should not have the required knowledge, they have
to be trained and instructed. This may be undertaken by the manufacturer of the
machine, if required, on user's request. Further the user has to ensure that the
personnel has a complete understanding of the contents of the manufacturer's
instruction manual.
2.3 Danger on non-observation of the safety regulations
By non-observation of the safety regulations danger may arise for persons as
well as for environment and machinery and may lead to a complete loss of
any claims for damages.
- Non-observance may lead for example to the following dangers:
- Failure of important functions of machine/plant
- Failure of required procedures of maintenance and repair
- Endangering of people by electrical, mechanical and chemical impacts
- Endangering of environment by leakage of dangerous materials
2.4 Safety-guided working
The safety regulations given in this operating manual which consist of national
regulations on accident prevention, as well as company- internal job, operating
and safety regulations issued by the user, have to be observed.
2.5 Safety instructions for user / operator
- In case hot or cold machine parts may lead to any danger, they have to be
secured by user against touching.
- Safety guards for rotating parts (e.g. coupling guard) may not be removed
from machine during operation.
- Leakages (e.g. from mechanical seal) of dangerous fluids (e.g. explosive,
toxic, hot etc.) have to be disposed of in such a way as to prevent any
endangering of people and environment. Legal regulations have to be
observed.
- Endangering by electricity has to be excluded
2.6 Safety instructions for maintenance, inspection and assembly jobs
- The user has to ensure that all maintenance, inspection and assembly jobs
will be carried out by authorized and skilled personnel only, who have been
adequately informed by studying the operating manual carefully.
- Basically any works on the machine may be carried out only during
shut-down of the machine. The procedure described in the operating manual
for the shut-down of the machine has to be strictly adhered to. The machine
has to be locked against unauthorized or involuntary start-up.
- Employees with long hair must tie it back. No loose clothing or jewellery,
including rings, should be worn. There is a risk of injury as a result, for
example, of such objects getting caught or pulled in.
- Pumps or aggregates delivering media hazardous to health have to be
decontaminated.
- Immediately following the end of the works, all safety and protective devices
have to be reassembled respectively have to be put to work again.
- On a repeated start-up all points given in the paragraph initial
commissioning have to be observed again.
2.7 Prohibition of unauthorized rebuilding measures or alterations
- Alterations or rebuilding measures on the machine are only admitted in
agreement with manufacturer. Original spare parts and auxiliary equipment
authorized by manufacturer are meant to guarantee safety. The use of other
parts may lead to a loss of the manufacturer's liability for the consequences.
2.8 Inadmissible operating modes
- The operational safety of the delivered machine is only guaranteed by proper
use acc. to the data of the technical agreement.
- The limits given in the data sheet must not be exceeded in any case.
2.9 Explosion protection
- Any designation on the pump refers to that pump component only. Shaft
coupling, driving motor (e.g. electric motor) and auxiliary systems (shaft
sealing, lubricating oil system, etc.) must be looked at separately.
- Improper operating methods that result in the specified temperatures being
exceeded (exceeding or falling short of the operating data, falling short of the
minimum delivery flow, reduction or failure of cooling water or circulation
delivery, etc.) should be avoided at all costs.
- Before starting the pump makes sure that the pump system (suction pipe and
shaft seal) is completely full of delivery fluid. This prevents the existence of
any potentially explosive atmosphere in the system.
- Monitor pump operation constantly (instruments such as: manometers,
thermometers, speed counters, ammeters, etc.).。
- Maintain the pump properly. Only machines that are in perfect technical
condition can guarantee safe operation.
3 PACKAGE、 TRANSPORT & STORAGE
3.1 Package
General
Ancillary items shall be prepared for storage in accordance with applicable
manufacturer’s recommendations.
3.1.1 Products shall be attached with pack list before shipment.
3.1.2 Package shall meet the regulation of GB/T13384.
3.1.3 Products could be packed according to pack list after paint is dry and
checked up，then put pack lists to each case.
3.1.4 Package shall steady to avoid damage products in transportation and
disassembly due to slide and impact, such as fixing rotor. The inlets and
outlets of pump, pipe holes and instrument interface shall be covered with
covering plates or plugs to avoid ingress of foreign matters.
3.1.5 It is necessary to check up all of parts, units, technical documents and
pack lists .If pass, then envelop cases. Technical documents shall be putted
into waterproof packaging.
3.1.6 Cases shall be marked with: customer and address; type and name of
product; rough weight and net weight; size of case (length, width, height, unit:
cm); manufactory and address necessary transport mark and standard no. of
product.
3.2 Transport/Lifting
General remarks
For all transport jobs the general rules of engineering and regulations on the
prevention of accidents have to be strictly observed.
For the monitoring of a proper handling of lifting and transport jobs a
competent instructor is to be named.
Transport

Transport devices (including vehicles) have to be checked for the

admissible load weight. Total weight of the delivered goods see dispatch
documents. The load has to be secured during transport against shifting.
Lifting
Check of the load suspension devices / ropes
It has to be assured that admissible, undamaged ropes and lifting
devices will be used. The loading capacity of the lifting
devices and the ropes has to be suitable to take up the
weight of the goods to be lifted. Load weight indications of
the delivered units are given in the installation plan
respectively the dispatch documents.

Never stay within the range of suspended

Fastening of the sling ropes on crates

The points for the fastening of sling ropes on closed crates are marked.
As the center of gravity (mass) cannot be recognized in closed crates, the
sling rope fastening has always to be done at the marked spots..

Fastening spots for equipments

 In case lifting lugs or bars are attached at the baseplate, the unpacked unit
has to be fastened at these spots by shackling the rope.

Eyebolts at pump parts and other parts of the unit may not be used for
the lifting of the complete assembled pump or even the whole unit. The
eyebolts are only meant for the lifting of the loosened parts during assembly
and disassembly

3.3 Storage
Pump and accessories shall be provided with damp proof and rust preventive
means to ensure no rust and damage occurs within one year. If over twelve
months, it is necessary to disassemble single volute pump to check 、
spot-check core of barrel casing pump and re-carry out rust-proofing treatment.
Duration of validity of oil seal is twelve months, it shall be checked timely.
Centrifugal pumps which are not installed and commissioned immediately after
delivery can be stored for the period determined by the dispatch preservation.
The pump unit can be stored in a clean and dry warehouse without
maintenance measures up to the time given by the dispatch preservation.
To avoid the forming of condensate and consequently corrosion
ATTENTION
(especially in the gap areas), bearing damage and contamination,
a dry room, possibly with constant temperature as well as a clean,
shock- free storage space has to be selected.

ATTENTION In each case unfavourable climatic circumstances will have a

negative influence on period of proper preservation. In case the
units are not or no longer enclosed in a special packing the
following has to be observed:

ATTENTION In case of unfavourable ambient impacts such as moist

atmosphere, greatly varying temperatures (day/night), acidy or
alcaline ambience, danger of contamination (dirt etc.) the
connection flanges of the pumps have to be plugged airtight.

ATTENTION If the bearing housing is only be filled with lubricating oil for
intermediate start-up. Turn pump rotor by hand at least 5
revolution in the proper direction every month.

Warning: Rust preventatives can cause skin irritation and eye

inflammation. Follow all safety precautions specified by the manufacturers.
4 DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT
The type HZB 200-430 pump is a horizontal, radially spilt, single-stage,
double-suction, single volute pump. Integral suction and discharge nozzles are
set at the top of the pump. The volute casing is an integral part of the pipe work.
For overhauls the heavy piping has not to be removed. The internal parts with
shaft, impeller and casing cover can be removed towards non-driven side. The
internal parts are surrounded on all sides by the liquid and thus uniform heating is
assured.
The pump comprises steel casting with integral suction and discharge nozzles
and bolted chrome steel DE and NDE suction covers. The rotating assembly
comprising principally the shaft and the impeller is supported by DE journal
bearings and NDE journal bearings and angular contact ball bearings
(back-to-back).
Impeller: Closed double suction design impellers are used. The impeller is
key-driven and axially retained with threaded sleeves.
Wear ring: Replaced case and impeller wear ring provides close running
clearances and result in savings of spare part costs at purchase and repairs.
Shaft: Accurate machining provides precision fits and clearance for assembly and
operation. Machined shoulders provide positive location of mounted parts.
Gasket: Fully confined compression gaskets between case and case covers.
Shaft seal: Single mechanical seals are fitted at both ends of the pump casing.

Bearing： The bearing housings are screwed with the suction covers. After
assembly of the bearing housings and the rotating assembly to the pump casing,
the bearing housings are aligned by centring of the shaft within the bore of the
suction covers, and the bearing housings are positioned by dowel pins. Sleeve
bearings absorb the radial loads in the bearing housing of two sides. A duplex
angular contact ball roller bearings (back-to-back) are installed in the N.D.E.
bearing housing to assure freedom from interference with the radial bearing and
take up the residual axial forces.
Lubrication of each bearing is by means of a lubrication ring which rotates on a
sleeve. Each bearing housing is provided with an oil indicator, an oil constant level
oiler and an air breather. The lubrication oil is cooled by the oil cooler at the
bottom of bearing housing. The journal bearing depends on throwers to dip into
the oil reservoir and throw oil into troughs on the shaft. Oil flows through the
bearings and returns to the reservoir. The rolling bearing depends on lubricating
rings to dip into the oil reservoir and throw oil into troughs on the rolling bearing.
Oil flows through the bearings and returns to the reservoir.
5 SCOPE
This section contains general information and advice on booster pump
maintenance procedures for a horizontal pumpset. These general instructions are
provided as guidelines to aid and direct a safe and efficient maintenance project.
It also provides a general booster pump set maintenance schedule that can be
adapted and used as required when a specific site maintenance schedule is not
available.
It is essential that the plant safety rules and regulations are observed at all times
during maintenance procecdures.
Note: The booster pump is an integral part of the pumpset. The following
instructions should, therefore, be read in conjunction with those for the boiler feed
pump and the associated equipment.
5.1 Equipment condition
5.1.1 Performance record
Keep a written performance log for the equipment. An ongoing performance
record will assist troubleshooting and future pump service decisions. Long
shutdowns and unnecessary expense can then be avoided.
Pressure indicators can be installed into tapped openings in the suction and
discharge nozzles to provide much of the data required for performance analysis.
Periodic trending vibration recordings are necessary to diagnose excessive
vibration levels.
5.2 General overhaul information and advice

Dismantling
Check for toxic or otherwise harmful fluids before loosening bolted
joints or pipe connections.
Collect and dispose of toxic or otherwise harmful fluids in
accordance with the current environmental regulations to prevent
endangering people or the environment.

- Before starting any maintenance activity, ensure that:

- Electrical power breakers are locked in the OFF position.
- The booster pump is at ambient temperature.
- Booster pump system pressure has been isolated.
- The booster pump is drained and vented (by removing drain
plugs or opening valves as applicable).
- Suction, discharge, and auxiliary piping valves are closed.
- Cap the ends of all disconnected pipework to prevent the entry of
dirt.
- During any dismantling procedure, mark all removed parts to enable
replacement in the same position.
- Protect all parts. Place larger parts in a protected area and wrap in
cloth or plastic. Place smaller parts and bolting in bags or boxes, and
identify with labels where components are for re-assembly.
- Protect screwed joints and threads.
- Refer to each dismantling / assembly section for information on
specific requirements for special tools and equipment. Obtain any
required items before starting maintenance activities.
- Check booster pump rotation. Note that certain threaded shaft
 components may be tightened against rotation and may have a
left-hand thread.
Assembly
When the supplied booster pump and pumpset equipment is
classified as suitable for use in a Hazardous Area, the following
conditions during maintenance procedures MAY invalidate the
Hazardous Area classification and MUST be avoided:
• failure to maintain correct casing / impeller / bearing clearances,
as detailed in Booster Pump Data.
• failure to use NEW O-ring seals, gaskets, seals or nut locking
devices of the correct type and size at all appropriate stages
during assembly procedures.
• failure to maintain bearings correctly.
• failure to re-connect main (suction and discharge) pipework
correctly to the pump casing in accordance with manufacturer’s
information and current regulations.
• failure to re-connect auxiliary pipework correctly in accordance
with manufacturer’s information and current regulations and to
direct the vent and drain pipework to suitable safe locations /
containers.
• failure to re-connect electrical equipment power supply and
control cables and instrument cables correctly in accordance
with manufacturer’s information and current regulations.
• failure to ensure correct direction of rotation for the driver in
accordance with manufacturer’s information.
• failure to install the coupling spacer and coupling guard
correctly in accordance with manufacturer’s information and
current regulations.
- All parts must be absolutely clean and free of oil or dust. Technical
grade acetone is recommended for cleaning machined surfaces
immediately before assembly. Air dry (use filtered, dry air) cleaned
parts in a dust-free area. The rust inhibitor on machined surfaces
should be removed with a suitable solvent. Ensure that there is no
paint on locating spigots or recesses.
- Handle all parts carefully so that they are not dropped, or damaged
in any other way.
- Ensure any burrs or dirt on the faces of sleeves and impeller bores
are removed. Anti-scuffing paste must be applied to sleeves and
impeller bores to facilitate later dismantling.
- New gaskets, seals and O-ring seals of the same material, type and
size as originally supplied must be used for re-assembly operations.
The O-rings must be fitted carefully to prevent the risk of damage.
- Powdered molybdenum disulphide can be used as a shaft lubricant.

CAUTION At all stages during assembly of the pump, it is essential that the
pump shaft is adequately supported to prevent bending and/or
damage to the bearings.
5.3 Shipping from site
All equipment must be completely drained and decontaminated before removal
from site.
5.4 Completion of booster pump overhaul
Re - commission the booster pump following every overhaul.
5.5 Scheduled maintenance
When the supplied pump and pumpset equipment is classified as
suitable for use in a Hazardous Area, the following conditions
during scheduled maintenance procedures MAY invalidate the
Hazardous Area classification and MUST be avoided:
• Failure to detect and rectify leaks from main (suction and
discharge) pipework connections to the pump casing
• Failure to detect and rectify leaks from auxiliary pipework and
associated equipment (i.e. mechanical seal, seal system,
coolers, instruments) connections
• Failure to maintain ancillary equipment and systems in
accordance with manufacturer’s information
Refer to the General Arrangement drawing, the pump Longitudinal
Section drawing, and other drawing or document in Drawings and
Documents.
5.5.1 Daily checks
- Perform a ‘walk-around’ inspection of the pumpset, preferably while
the pumpset is operating, and:
- Carry out a visual check for leaks, or damage to components.
Pay particular attention to main and auxiliary pipework
connections. Repair or report any damage or leaks.
Note: Except for a daily visual inspection to check for excessive
external leakage. In this event the pump should be taken out of
service and the seal repaired or replaced.
- Check all indicating instruments for correct functioning and
unusual readings. Report faults and investigate the cause of any
unusual readings.
- Check the oil level in the constant level oilers - replenish as
required. Record the replenishment amount to identify excessive
oil loss / consumption.
- Check for unusual noises.
- When applicable, check strainer / filter differential pressures.
5.5.2 Weekly checks
- Check the oil level in the constant level oilers - replenish as
required. Record the replenishment amount to identify excessive
oil loss / consumption.
- Record readings for all indicating instruments (identifies gradual
changes in readings over time and may help to identify a
developing problem in pumpset operation).
5.5.3 Monthly checks
- Check the temperature and vibration levels etc. against the
string test reference readings for normal expected values. (This
information should be recorded and used as a bench mark for
future readings).
5.5.4 Six-monthly checks
- Replace the lube oil in the bearing housing.
- Check the alignment of the drive coupling.
 - Check the pump performance against reference data.
- Inspect all parts for damage to paintwork, and repaint if
necessary. If evidence of rust is found, affected areas must be
cleaned, de-rusted and then repainted.
- Bright metal parts should also be examined for rust, the surfaces
cleaned, and a film of Shell Ensis fluid re-applied as necessary.
5.5.5 Yearly checks
- Check the security of all holding down bolts (or every 8000
operating hours )
5.6 Fault diagnoses
Analyze the booster pump performance before carrying out disassembling. Some
problems may be resolved without disassembly. Performance records are useful
to reduce the problem and estimate if the problem is caused by machine,
hydraulic choice or system.
The system problems mostly result from the system of the booster pump suction.
Obviate the improper adjust of the control system. Mechanical and hydraulic
problem are always related, so the reason is difficult to find. Refer to Fault
diagnoses.

Problem Diagnoses Measure

No discharge Driver out of service, speed too low
pressure. Failure
to deliver liquid at
start-up. Lack of downstream back-pressure.
Direction of rotation wrong.
Pump not primed.
Impeller passages obstructed.
Refer to the driver manufacturer’s
information.
Check control valve setting and adjust
valve to increase pressure.
Check power supply cables to motor driver,
remove and reconnect to the correct
terminals.
Refer to Commissioning and Operation
and prime system with product.
Replace / overhaul pump.

Loss of discharge Downstream control valve opening
pressure after too far.
start-up.
Air pocket in suction line.
Insufficient suction pressure causing
product to vaporise in pump.
Suction strainer clogged.
Vibration and noise. Pipe strain or coupling misalignment.
Pump base not grouted, or air pockets
exist between grout and base plate
top plate.
Cold offset not accounted for during
final alignment.
Investigate valve actuator and control
system operation. Adjust as necessary to
maintain correct valve opening.
Open all vents to eliminate air from
pumping system.
Check pump design requirements and
proceed to make necessary changes or
adjustments to system and create sufficient
pressure.
Remove and clean, or replace, suction
strainer screen.
Refer to Installation and Coupling
Alignment. Check alignment and pipe
strain - adjust as necessary.
Locate voids by tapping on top plate. Fill
voids completely with grout, drilling
additional holes in top plate if necessary to
evacuate air.
Refer to Installation and Coupling
Alignment. Check alignment taking cold
offset into account.
 Improperly balanced rotating element Contact with manufactory.
or coupling.
Impeller passages obstructed. Replace / overhaul pump rotor.

Bent shaft. Replace / overhaul pump rotor.

Reduced pump Minimum flow line open or partially Review minimum flow circuit and make
output flow. open. corrections to ensure proper operation.
Impeller passages obstructed. Replace / overhaul pump rotor.

Pump internals worn on close running Replace / overhaul pump rotor.

clearance surfaces.
Short seal life. Seal flush Seal flush system Refer to seal manufacturer’s information.
Excessive seal flow rate not vented. Open seal flush line vents to remove all
leakage. insufficient. entrapped air from system.
Seal flush injection Seal pumping ring Refer to Mechanical Seals and to seal
line hot. not secure or manufacturer’s information. Remove and
rotating backwards. check mechanical seal assembly for loose
parts and pumping ring orientation.
Excessive Wrong orifice Remove from line, check size against flow
seal flush up-stream of seal. requirements and replace if necessary.
flow velocity.
Particulates Clogged seal Refer to Mechanical Seals and to seal
in seal flush. springs lock up. manufacturer’s information. Remove seal
assembly and replace springs. Review seal
application if problem persists.
Seal face materials Review application with seal vendor and
inadequate for replace parts according to
abrasive service. recommendation.
Coupling misalignment. Refer to Installation and Coupling
Alignment. Check alignment and adjust as
necessary.
Bent pump shaft. Replace / overhaul pump rotor.

High bearing Coupling misalignment. Refer to Installation and Coupling

temperature.
Oil level too low or high.
Oil viscosity too high.
Excessive pump thrust.
Worn out bearings.
Incorrectly installed bearing.
Pump overheating / Pump operating below minimum
seizure. flow.
Short term Materials of construction not
corrosion erosion compatible with product.
Alignment. Check alignment.
Refer to Lubrication for correct level, and
adjust as necessary.
Use oil of recommended grade.
Replace / overhaul pump rotor.
Refer to Bearing Assemblies. Replace
bearings.
Refer to Bearing Assemblies. Examine
assembly and condition of bearing and
associated parts. Adjust assembly and
replace parts as necessary.
Review pump operating parameters with a
SPEM representative. Dismantle and repair
unit and follow correct procedures during
future operation.
Review pump operating parameters with a
SPEM representative and make necessary
corrections to unit design.
6 MAINTENCE PARTICULARS
6.1 Estimated weights
Weight (kg)
Pump 1250
Pump baseplate 1200
Rotor 70
Ring section 500
Suction cover 150
Bottom half bearing housing (non-drive end) 30
Top half bearing housing (non-drive end) 12
Bottom half bearing housing (drive end) 22
Top half bearing housing (drive end) 8
Pump shaft 23
Impeller 25

6.2 Joints
Joint between Material Size
Pump casing and suction 1Cr18Ni9Ti+ Graphite Spiral round gasket φ455/φ
guide 435×4.5
Cooling bush cover and Fluorine rubber F275 O ringφ184/3.53
suction cover
Fluorine rubber F275 O ringφ100/3.53
Bearing housing cover and Nitrile rubber bunan O ringφ85/3.53
bearing housing
7 LUBRICANT
Recommended lube: N32 or N46 turbine oil
8 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
8.1 Preparation for maintenance
Before commencing any maintenance procedures, the pumpset must be
isolated as follows:
(1) Isolate the electrical supply to the motor;
(2) Isolate the electrical power supplies to all instruments;
(3) Check the pumpset suction and discharge isolating valves and the
leak-off isolating valves are shut;
(4) Isolate the cooling water supply;
(5) Close the pump tap stage isolating valve;
(6) Open the drain and vent connections, and drain the pump casing;
(7) Before proceeding with any maintenance on the pump, ensure that
there is no pressure within the pump casing.
8.2 Examining the bearing
The following instructions apply when the pump bearings are to be dismantled
for examination and/or renewal in situation.
8.2.1 Journal bearing, D.E.
8.2.1.1 Dismantle
(1) Prepare the pump for maintenance, as described in Section 8.1.
(2) Remove the coupling guard. Remove the coupling flexible
elements, spacer and pump-half coupling hub.
(3) Disconnect and remove the instrumentations from the bearing
housing, and store in a safe place.
(4) Drain any remaining oil from the bearing housing into a suitable
container.
(5) Carefully disconnect and remove auxiliary pipework from the
bearing housing. Plug pipework ends to prevent ingress of dirt.
(6) Remove bolt and dowel pins of the bearing housing top half.
(7) Lift the bearing housing top half carefully away from the bottom half
and lower it onto a flat surface, padded with cloth to protect the
machined surface. Remove the lifting equipment.
(8) Verify match-marks for re-assembly, and then remove the top half
of the journal bearing and oil guard.
(9) Remove thrower away from the lower half of the journal
bearing .Lift the shaft slightly (maximum 0.1 mm) using a suitable
piece of wood, then rotate the lower half of the journal bearing
around the shaft and remove it. Lower the shaft.
8.2.1.2 Examination of bearing

Journal Bearing
Visually inspect the journal bearing surfaces for excessive scoring and heat
damage. Check whether the running surfaces, the bearings and the oil guard
wear or not. Renew them if excessive wear or damage is present. Measure the
bearing clearance and checked against the details given in Section 9.6.5. If the
clearance has reached the maximum permissible clearance, or is likely to do
so before the next overhaul, the component should be renewed.

Bearing Housing
Check bearing housing fits, filing off any interference points.
8.2.1.3 Assembly
8.2.1.4 Note:Ensure that the DE mechanical seal is installed before
re-assembling the DE bearing assembly.
CAUTION Check taper pins / dowel pins for proper fit and seating (not
"bottoming") before tightening the screws. Incorrect seating
affects rotating element radial centring.
(1) Wipe clean and then generously lubricate the bearing surface of
the journal bearing bottom half and the shaft bearing surface.
(2) Raise the shaft slightly (max 0.1 mm) using a suitable piece of
wood and fit the bearing half and oil guard. Lower the shaft.Fit the
thrower.
(3) Wipe clean and then generously lubricate the bearing surface of
the journal bearing top half and the shaft bearing surface.
(4) Fit the journal bearing top half and oil guard.
(5) Lift the bearing housing top half into position on the housing bottom
half ,ensuring that oil guard and anti-rotation pin are in the correct
place.
(6) Insert the dowel pins through the flange joint between bearing
housing halves to position the bearing housing top half.Fit the
screws and tighten them.
(7) Refit auxiliary pipework and refit and connect instrumentation as
appropriate.

CAUTION
After both bearing assemblies have been fitted, turn the shaft
manually and check that the rotating element rotates freely
before completing labyrinth seal fit. Also check that the endplay
of the pump rotor is correct.
(8) Refit the pump-half coupling hub and coupling spacer as required.
8.2.2 NDE bearing assembly
8.2.2.1 Dismantling
(1) Prepare the pump for maintenance, as described in Section 8.1.
(2) Remove the coupling spacer.
(3) Disconnect and remove the instrumentation from the bearing
 housing, and store in a safe place.
(4) Drain any remaining oil from the bearing housing into a suitable
container.
(5) Carefully disconnect and remove auxiliary pipework from the
bearing housing. Plug pipework ends to prevent ingress of dirt.
(6) Remove the cover mounting screws. Remove the bearing suction
cover, complete with O-ring seal.
(7) At the horizontal joint flanges of the bearing housing halves,
remove the locating taper pins / dowel pins and screws.
Note: If temperature detector wires are fitted, they must be guided
carefully as the bearing housing top half is removed.
(8) Lift the bearing housing top half carefully away from the bottom half
and lower it onto a flat surface, padded with cloth to protect the
machined surface.
Remove the lifting
equipment.
(9) Verify match-marks for
re-assembly, and then
remove the top half of
the journal bearing and
oil guard.
(10)Remove thrower away
from the lower half of
the journal bearing .Lift
the shaft slightly
(maxium 0.1 mm) using
a suitable piece of wood,
then rotate the lower
half of the journal
bearing around the
shaft and remove it. Lower the shaft.
(11)Loose the grub screws on the sleeve nuts. Remove the bearing
sleeve nuts and thrower.
(12)Insert the splitted adjusting ring for dismantling into the space
between the bottom bearing housing and the angular contact ball
bearings.
(13)Remove dowel pins and screws securing bearing housing bottom
half to suction cover.
(14)Remove the angular contact ball bearings and the bearing housing
bottom half.
8.2.2.2 Examination of bearing
 Thrust Bearings
Visually inspect the journal bearing surfaces for excessive scoring
and heat damage. Check whether the running surfaces, the
bearings and the oil guard wear or not. Renew them if excessive
wear or damage is present. Measure the bearing clearance and
checked against the details given in Section 9.6.5. If the clearance
has reached the maximum permissible clearance, or is likely to do
so before the next overhaul, the component should be renewed.

Bearing Housing
Check bearing housing fits, filing off any interference points.
8.2.2.3 Assembly
Note: Ensure that the NDE mechanical seal is installed before
re-assembling the NDE bearing assembly.
(1) Fit two suitable eyebolts to the bearing housing bottom half, one on
each side using suitable tapped screw holes in the joint flange. Lift
the bearing housing bottom half into position on the suction casing,
Insert the locating dowel pins and fit screws loosely to secure the
bearing housing. Seat the dowel pins, then fully tighten the
mounting screws.
CAUTION Check the dowel pins before tightening the nuts. It may affects
rotating element radial centring. Refer to Radial centring of
rotating assembly.
Renewing the bearing housing bottom half should ensure the
CAUTION
rotating element radial centring. Refer to Radial centring of
rotating assembly.
(2) Install the angular contact ball bearings
(a)The thrust bearing is a duplex angular contact bearing,mounted in a
back-to-back configuration. Always purchase, store and use the pairs
as a unit. Never replace only one bearing of a pair.
CAUTION
New bearing should be left in factory-sealedl packages and
stored in a dry area until immediately before installation.
Cleanliness during bearing assembly is required to avoid
contamination and failure.
(b)Bearings can be oven-heated(95~105°C, thermostatically
controlled is recommended)or heated in an oil bath. Avoid
overheating or prolonged heating to minmise potential distortion.

CAUTION Use of induction heaters is discouraged. Torch heating of

bearings is forbidden.
(c)Apply straight pressure to inner race to avoid binding. Seat
securely up to spacer sleeve.
 (3) Refit sleeve nuts and thrower.
(4) When the temperature of the bearing and the shaft falls to the
environmental temperature, re-tighten the sleeve nuts.
CAUTION Correct tightening of a shaft nut is required to ensure that inner
race faces are in correct contact. The nut should be tightened
sufficiently to ensure no axial play exists between the shaft
shoulder, axial adjusting ring, bearing inner race and sleeve nut,
but no over-tighten.
(5) Tighten the grub screws on the sleeve nuts.
(6) Raise the shaft slightly (max 0.1 mm) using a suitable piece of
wood and fit the bearing half and oil guard. Lower the shaft.Fit the
thrower.
(7) Fit the thrower to the bearing bottom half.
(8) Wipe clean and then generously lubricate the bearing surface of
the journal bearing bottom half and the shaft bearing surface.
(9) Fit the journal bearing top half and oil guard.
(10)Lift the bearing housing top half into position on the housing
bottom half ,ensuring that oil guard and anti-rotation pin are in the
correct place.
(11)Insert the dowel pins through the flange joint between bearing
housing halves to position the bearing housing top half.Fit the
screws and tighten them.
(12)Fit a new ‘O’ ring seal to the bearing suction cover. Fit bearing
suction cover on bearing housing. Tighten bolts to locate bearing
suction cover. Check the allowable clearance between suction
cover and the locating surface of bearing housing.

CAUTION
After both bearing assemblies have been fitted, turn the shaft
manually and check that the rotating element rotates freely
before completing labyrinth seal fit. Also check that the endplay
of the pump rotor is correct.
(13)Refit the auxiliary pipes as required and connect instruments.
(14)Reinstall plug and constant level oil .Refer lubrication and
replenish the bearing housing oil level.
(15)Refit the coupling spacer.
8.3 Check mechanical seal
Note: A small leakage of the mechanical seal is normal. In case of
leakage seal ring pairs may also leak. If so the damaged parts have
to be replaced. Seals have to be replaced during each assembly.
Rotating and stationary seal rings must be replaced together.
8.3.1 Mechanical seal D.E.
 Note: The coupling hub and DE bearing assembly must be removed
before removal and/or installation of the DE mechanical seal.
8.3.1.1 Disassembly
(1) Refer to 8.2.1 - DE journal bearing and remove the DE journal
bearing assembly.
(2) Remove the dowel pins and nuts of bearing housing bottom half
and suction cover and remove the bearing housing bottom half.
Remove the thrower.
(3) Remove auxiliary pipework to enable access to the mechanical
seal. Plug pipework ends to prevent ingress of dirt.
(4) Revolve and embed the mechanical seal plate to the trough of the
mechanical seal sleeve
(5) Loose the grub screws of mechanical seal sleeve and not scuff the
shaft during disassembly.
(6) Remove the bolts of the mechanical seal cover and the mechanical
seal. Be careful to the discharge of survival.
8.3.1.2 Check mechanical seal
Check mechanical seal according to mechanical seal instruction and
assemble it.
8.3.1.3 Assembly
(1) Fix the mechanical seal and tighten the bolts of suction cover.
(2) Tighten the grup screws of seal sleeve.
(3) Rotate the mechanical seal plate out of the trough of sleeve and
tighten it.
(4) Slide the thrower to the correct position of the shaft.
(5) Fit two suitable eyebolts to the bearing housing bottom half, one on
each side using suitable tapped screw holes in the joint flange. Lift
the bearing housing bottom half into position on the suction casing,
Insert the locating dowel pins and fit screws loosely to secure the
bearing housing. Seat the dowel pins, then fully tighten the
mounting screws.
(6) Refit the auxiliary pipes as required.
(7) Refer 8.2.1 - Journal bearing D.E and refit journal bearing D.E.
CAUTION After both bearing assemblies have been fitted, turn the shaft
manually and check that the rotating element rotates freely.
Also check that the endplay of the pump rotor is correct.
8.3.2 Mechanical seal N.D.E
Note: .The NDE bearing assembly must be removed before removal
and/or installation of the NDE labyrinth seal.
 8.3.2.1 Disassembly
(1) Refer 8.2.2- Journal bearing N.D.E., remove journal bearing N.D.E.
(2) Remove the axial adjusting sleeve.
(3) Slide the thrower from shaft.
(4) Remove auxiliary pipework to enable access to the mechanical
seal. Plug pipework ends to prevent ingress of dirt.
(5) Revolve and embed the mechanical seal plate to the trough of the
mechanical seal sleeve.
(6) Loose the grub screws of mechanical seal sleeve and not scuff the
shaft during disassembly.
(7) Remove the bolts of the mechanical seal cover and the mechanical
seal. Be careful to the discharge of survival.
8.3.2.2 Check mechanical seal
Check mechanical seal according to mechanical seal instruction and
assemble it.
8.3.2.3 Assembly
(1) Fix the mechanical seal and tighten the bolts of suction cover.
(2) Tighten the grup screws of seal sleeve.
(3) Rotate the mechanical seal plate out of the trough of sleeve and
tighten it.
(4) Slide the thrower to the correct position of the shaft.
(5) Fit the axial adjusting sleeve.

CAUTION
Adjust the length of axial adjusting sleeve, it affects the rotating
element radial centring. Refer to- Axial centring of rotating
assembly.
(6) Refer 8.2.2- Journal bearing N.D.E. and refit journal bearing N.D.E.
and angular contact ball bearing.
After both bearing assemblies have been fitted, turn the shaft
CAUTION
manually and check that the rotating element rotates freely.
Also check that the endplay of the pump rotor is correct.
9 OVERHAUL
9.1 Preparation
Study the following procedures as well as the booster pump Longitudinal
Section drawing, and other available drawings and documents, and be familiar
with the design details and assembly sequence.
Plan the operations and have withdrawal and assembly equipment, and other
special tools available. This includes any required measuring devices.
9.2 Examination and cleanliness
Unless the pump casing needs renovation, it will remain installed after the
booster pump rotor has been removed.
The pump casing must be protected from ingress of dirt and physical damage
during the maintenance cycle.
9.3 Balancing marks
Component parts of the rotating element are match-marked on their peripheries.
These marks must be lined up on assembly with corresponding, similar marks
stamped on the shoulders to preserve the balance of the pump rotor.
9.4 General information on dismantling and assembly
9.4.1 Dismantling
Check for toxic or otherwise harmful fluids before loosening
bolted joints or pipe connections.
Collect and dispose of toxic or otherwise harmful fluids in
accordance with the current environmental regulations to
prevent endangering people or the environment.

- Before starting any maintenance activity, ensure that:

- Electrical power breakers are locked in the OFF position.
- The pump is at ambient temperature.
- Pump system pressure has been isolated.
- The pump is drained and vented (by removing drain plugs or
opening valves as applicable).
- Suction, discharge, and auxiliary piping valves are closed.
- Cap the ends of all disconnected pipework to prevent the entry of
dirt.
- During any dismantling procedure, mark all removed parts to
enable replacement in the same position.
- Protect all parts. Place larger parts in a protected area and wrap in
cloth or plastic. Place smaller parts and bolting in bags or boxes,
and identify with labels where components are for re-assembly.
- Protect screwed joints and threads.
- Refer to each dismantling / assembly section for information on
specific requirements and equipment. Obtain any required items
before starting maintenance activities.
9.4.2 Assembly
All parts must be absolutely clean and free of oil or dust. Technical
grade acetone is recommended for cleaning machined surfaces
immediately before assembly. Air dry (use filtered, dry air) cleaned
parts in a dust-free area. The rust inhibitor on machined surfaces
should be removed with a suitable solvent. Ensure that there is no
paint on locating spigots or recesses.
Handle all parts carefully so that they are not dropped, or damaged in
any other way.
New gaskets, seals and O-ring seals of the same material, type and
size as originally supplied must be used for re-assembly operations.
The O-rings must be fitted carefully to prevent the risk of damage.
Lubricate screwed joints and threads with glycerine or ’
polytetrafluoroethylene’.
When applicable, re-assemble small bore pipework using new plugs
in unions that have been disconnected.
9.5 Booster pump disassembly
Refer to the Longitudinal Section drawing as applicable in Drawings
and Documents.
(1) Remove the D.E. bearing and the mechanical seal according to
8.2.1.1 and 8.3.1.1.
(2) Remove the journal bearing N.D.E., rolling bearing and mechanical
seal according to 8.2.2.1 and 8.3.1.1
CAUTION Mark on the suction cover and pump casing. Refit at the same
place.
(3) Unscrew nuts fastening the casing cover(N.D.E). Loosen nuts
crosswise and remove the nuts and discs.
(4) Use a rope sling to lift the casing cover. Carefully pull casing cover
away from pump casing.Take care not to damage the shaft during
casing cover removal. Be careful: Remaining medium will flow out.
(5) Use a rope sling to lift the rotor in two steps with the aid of a crane
out of the pump casing. Use care to minimize shaft stress by placing
the slings as close to the impeller as possible. First use a rope sling
to lift the rotor from the D.E. and N.D.E. Carefully move it to N.D.E.
until the impeller is out of the pump casing.
(6) Position the dismantled rotor horizontally onto a flat wooden surface
and support as required.
(7) Unscrew nuts fastening the casing cover(D.E.). Loosen nuts
crosswise and remove the nuts and discs.
(8) Use a rope sling to lift the casing cover(D.E.). Carefully pull casing
cover(D.E.) away from pump casing.
 (9) Remove rotation element
(a)Bend the lock washer tab out of the lock nut and remove the lock nut
and the lock washer.
(b)Slide the shaft sleeve out of the shaft and disengage the key.
(c)The Impeller is transient fit. Using soft flame heater to heat up
around of the impeller until the impeller can be removed. Remove
the impeller key.
(10)Remove the cooling bush housing of the suction cover(D.E. and
N.D.E.) and discard the ‘o’ ring.

9.6 Inspection, renewal and repair procedures

All components should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected for any signs of
wear or damage.
All diametrical running clearances between components should be measured,
using internal and external micrometers, and compared with the values given in
Section 9.6.5. If the clearance has reached the maximum permissible clearance,
or is likely to do so before the next overhaul, the component should be
renewed.
The main consideration, however, is pump performance, i.e. an unacceptable
decrease in pump discharge pressure, a significant increase in motor power
consumption or an increase in vibration to an unacceptable level is noted and
the pump should be overhauled.
9.6.1 Impeller and wear ring
Inspect the impeller for wear and damage. Look for the cavitation mark in the
suction area, erosion of vanes and cracks in the shroud. Examine the impeller
bores and keyways for fretting or any damage which may have occurred during
dismantling, and remove any burrs. Ensure that the impeller bores are perfectly
smooth and free from distortion. Renew the impeller as necessary. If impeller
shows wear, a balance check should be performed before use.
Examine the impeller and casing wear rings, and measure the diametrical
clearances between them. If the measured clearance exceeds the maximum
permissible clearance, given in Section 9.6.5 , the wear rings must be renewed.
Replace wear rings when pump performance drops below acceptance system
standard or the recommended clearances have been reached of exceed.
9.6.2 Shaft
Examine the shaft for any signs of damage or bowing, and check for
concentricity: it should be within 0.025 mm full indicator movement.
9.6.3 Journal and thrust bearing
(1) Thoroughly clean the journal bearings and examine them for signs
of wear or damage. Measure the radial clearances. If the clearances
exceed the values given in Section 9.6.5., renew them.
(2) Thoroughly clean the rolling bearings and examine them for signs of
wear or damage. Renew them as necessary. It is generally
considered good practise to replace bearing during a major
 overhaul.
(3) Examine the oil guard for any signs of wear or damage and renew
as necessary.
9.6.4 General
(1) Examine all studs, nuts and bolts for any signs of damage or
deterioration. Renew as necessary;
(2) All joints and ‘O’ rings, anti-extrusion rings and Garlock seals should
be renewed on assembling;
(3) Examine the components of the coupling flexible elements
assemblies and coupling bolts for wear or damage and renew as
necessary.
9.6.5 Clearance
The table gives the running clearances. Column 1 shows the new clearance
and Column 2 the clearance at which the component(s) should be renewed.
Clearance between(diameter) Ⅰ Ⅱ
Journal bearing and pump shaft 0.05~0.09 0.11
Ring section wear rings and impeller 0.40~0.496 0.6
Oil guard 0.10~0.15 0.2
Total axial clearance (in rolling bearing) 0.02~0.05
Total axial clearance, rolling bearing removed 10±1
9.6.6 Dynamic balance
If the impeller or half coupling is renewed, it should be noted that though the
new components are balanced individually during manufacture, they may affect
the dynamic balance of the complete assembly. Therefore, rotor must always
be dynamic balanced when renewing or repairing and is strongly suggested to
be done at works of manufacture.
Where suitable workshop facilities are available, the recommended method of
checking the dynamic balance is as follows:
(1) Support the assembly at the bearing centre lines and check that it is
balanced within quality grade G6.3 in GB9239.1-2006 (ISO
1940.1-2).
(2) Dynamic balance is to be achieved by removing metal from the
impeller shrouds, within the following limits:
If the amount of metal to be removed exceeds the limits imposed by (a) and (c),
SPEM should be consulted.
(a) The thickness of impeller shroud must not be reduced by more than 2mm at
any point.
(b) Remove metals between the 380~420 mm diameters.
(c) The weight of metal to be removed is to be calculated in the form of a
segment, the arc of which does not exceed 0.1 of the circumference of the
 impeller.

9.7 Assembling the booster pump

All components must be perfectly clean and all bores and oil ways must be
cleaned before the pump is assembled.
Note: During assembly, it is recommended that colloidal graphite, or similar, is applied to the
shaft and to the bores of the impellers and sleeves, allowed to dry and the surfaces then
polished.

9.7.1 Assembly
(1) Vertically put the pump shaft on the bracket and fit the impeller key.
(2) The Impeller is transient fit. Using soft flame heater to heat up
around of the impeller. Then fit the impeller over the shaft and key
until it abuts the shoulders.
(3) When the shaft and impeller have cooled, fit the shaft sleeve and
lock washer and tighten the lock nut. Use the lock washer to lock the
nut.
(4) Clean the pump casing and examine all the seal faces in the pump
casing. Any impress or groove is unallowable.
(5) Clean the cooling housing and seal face of D.E. cover. Place new
‘O’ ring . Fit the cooling bush cover and tighten the bolts.
(6) Fit the D.E. cover and use new seal ring. Carefully sling the suction
cover to pump casing. Lubricate the face of thread and nut, tighten
the nut crosswise and equably.
(7) Use a rope sling to lift the rotor with the aid of a crane into the pump
casing. Use care to minimize shaft stress by placing the slings as
close to the impeller as possible.
(8) Renew new seal ring on the N.D.E. suction cover. Use a rope sling
to push the suction cover with the aid of a crane to the shaft and into
the pump casing. Lubricate the face of thread and nut, tighten the
nut crosswise and equably.
(9) Fit the N.D.E. mechanical seal and journal bearing as 8.3.2.3.
(10)Fit the D.E. mechanical seal and journal bearing as 8.3.2.3.
(11)Fit the pipeline and instruments.
(12)Fit the coupling and guard.
9.7.2 Radial centring of rotating assembly
If a replacement bearing housing is to be fitted to a suction cover, it is
necessary to align the bearing housing before drilling and reaming two new
holes for the locating dowel pins. To do this it is necessary for the mechanical
seals to be removed to allow access to the bores of the suction covers.
CAUTION
9.7.3 An incorrectly fitted replacement bearing housing, or inproper
bearing housing to case taper pin seating, can affect radial
centring of the rotating assembly, leading to damage.
(1) Install the journal bearings and the bearing housings at both ends of
the pump, without installing the mechanical seals.
(2) Begin the following procedure at the end of the pump which has a
new housing, or if both housing are new, begin at either end.
(3) Attach a suitable small-sized dial indicator on the shaft, with the
probe positioned on the inside surface of the bore in the suction
cover.
(4) Set the dial indicator to zero.
(5) Rotate the shaft through 360°and take measurements of the
runout between the shaft and the bore of the cover at 90°interval.
(6) Move the bearing housing sufficiently to reduce the runout to less
than, or equal to, 0.025mm.
(7) Tighten the bearing housing securing screws and recheck all the
measurements.
(8) Repeat steps 3 to 7 for the other end of the pump.
(9) When the runout at both ends of the pump is within the specified
limits, either drill and ream holes for dowel pins or ream existing
dowel pin holes to the next size.
(10)Repeat the measuring procedur in order to ensure the alignment of
two ends is correct.
(11)Remove the bearing housing and bearings and re-install them and
the mechanical seals.
9.7.3 Axial centring of rotating assembly
(1) Install the journal bearings and bearing housings at both ends of the
pump without installing the mechanical seals.
(2) Alignment of journal direction is complete.
(3) Mount a dial test indictor at the drive end with the probe tip in
contact with the shaft end.
(4) Push the shaft as far as it will go towards the NDE and set the dial
indicator to zero.
(5) Now move the shaft as far as it will go towards the DE and note the
dial indicator reading, This is the total end play of the rotating
assembly within the volute casing.
(6) Move the shaft back towards the NDE by half the total end play.
This sets the impeller centrally within the stationary wear rings.
 10 LUBRICANTION
10.1.1 Initial filling of the bearing housings
CAUTION On a new unit, the oil should be changed 24 hours after the first
start-up.
(1) Remove the bearing housing filler and fill both the DE and NDE
bearing housings with clean oil. Check the oil level plates fixed to
the bearing housings and the oil level should be in the middle of oil
indicator. Fill majority oil to bearing housing and others is
completed by constant level oiler.
(2) Refit the bearing housing filler.
(3) Check the finally level of oil in the constant level oiler resevoirs,
which should be at least two-thirds full.
10.1.2 leakage
Monitor the oil level, particularly during commissioning. A sudden oil level drop
may indicate a leak. Stop operation and inspect the unit.
10.1.3 Oil changes
After draining used oil, flush the housing with clean oil, refit the drain plug and
refill with new oil.