Flowserve Pump 14-MFC-24

Recommended Grease Fill Quantities

Verify re-lubrication interval and quantities for frames

Connect grease gun to the nipple

Press grease into the bearing housing until the first signs of it appear in the gap between the housing and shaft, then stop greasing

Record the operating temperature of the bearing

Is the temperature rise above ambient within 55 °C (131 °F) or a combined maximum of 95 °C (204 °F)?

Is there a continuously rising temperature or an abrupt temperature rise?

Stop the pump immediately if temperature issues are detected and investigate the cause

6.1.1 Routine inspection (daily/weekly)

Check for abnormal fluid or lubricant leaks

Check that sealant systems are full and operating normally

Check that shaft seal leaks are within acceptable limits

Check the level and condition of oil lubricant

Enter running hours since last grease recharge or change

Check auxiliary supplies (e.g. heating/cooling) are functioning correctly

Report any detected trouble symptoms

4.8 Final shaft alignment check

Rotate the shaft several times by hand to ensure there is no binding and all parts are free.

Recheck the coupling alignment to ensure no pipe strain exists.

6.1.2 Periodic inspection (semi-annual)

Check the coupling for correct alignment.

Inspect for worn driving elements.

4.5.4 Alignment criteria for MFC pumps

Verify the Total Indicator Reading (TIR) for Woods type coupling

Verify the Total Indicator Reading (TIR) for all metal flexible type coupling

Normal Vibration Levels, Alarm and Trip

Measure the vibration velocity of the motor (unfiltered, r.m.s.)

Pump and Motor Bearings Temperature

Record the bearing temperature (t)

Record the ambient temperature (ta)

Estimate the likely maximum ambient temperature (tb)

Remove rotor and reset seal if necessary for pumps with mechanical seals.

Is the desired ring gap achievable with current shim pack?

Restore or replace wearing surfaces if necessary.

Loosen the 4 screws (or nuts) between the bearing frame and the stuffing box head.

Break the shim joint by tightening the two adjusting bolts and remove the shims.

Adjust shim pack thickness to achieve desired wearing gap.

Select shim stock colour code for adjustment.