Bell & Gossett Close-Coupled In-Line Centrifugal Pump e-80-PF

Insert two packing rings into the stuffing box.

Insert the lantern ring and the last two pieces of packing, ensuring joints are staggered 90º.

Gland and Coverplate Installation

Install, but do not tighten, the packing gland.

Install the coverplate over the pump shaft.

Tighten the capscrews according to the Capscrew torque table in the Maintenance chapter.

Tighten the packing gland to compress the packing.

Inspect the package for damaged or missing items upon delivery

Note any damaged or missing items on the receipt and freight bill

File a claim with the shipping company or distributor

Thoroughly clean the shaft and sleeve

Thoroughly clean the coverplate seal cavity

Are there any damaged parts that need replacement?

Replace damaged parts if necessary

Loosen the volute capscrews but do not remove them.

Use the capscrews in the jackscrew holes to loosen the pump assembly from the volute.

Ensure that the internal pressure is relieved before continuing.

Remove the pump assembly from the volute.

Seal Cap and Packing Gland Removal

Remove the hex nuts from the seal cap bolts

For the 80-PF, remove the hex nuts that hold the packing gland to the stuffing box

Remove the coverplate from the bracket

Remove the seal assembly or packing rings