Goulds Pumps Pump 3355 2.5 x 4-8A-1500

6.2.2 Grease lubrication schedule

Verify re-lubrication intervals by speed

Enter the actual operating speed (rpm)

Enter the grease quantity for suction side (oz)

Enter the grease quantity for discharge side (oz)

6.2.3 Lubricating-grease requirements

Is the temperature of pumped fluid less than 177°C | 350°F?

Is the grease consistency NLGI 2?

6.1 Maintenance schedule — Annual inspections

Does the pump performance satisfy your process requirements?

Have the process requirements changed?

Disassemble the pump and inspect it if necessary

Is the pumped fluid abrasive or corrosive?

Is the environment classified as potentially explosive?

6.1 Maintenance schedule — Three-month inspections

Check that the foundation and the hold-down bolts are tight

Is the shaft alignment correct?

Is the pumped fluid abrasive or corrosive?

Is the environment classified as potentially explosive?

Describe any adjustments made or issues found

Ensure safety precautions are followed

Ensure safety precautions are followed

Position the pump for disassembly

6.4.6 Disassemble the discharge end ball bearing for the radial suction configuration

Check the shaft surface for damage and grind away any furrows

Flush and clean the system thoroughly to remove dirt or debris in the pipe system.

If temperatures of the pumped fluid will exceed 93°C | 200°F, warm up the pump prior to operation.

Circulate a small amount of fluid through the pump until the casing temperature is within 38°C | 100°F of the fluid temperature.

Flow fluid from pump inlet to discharge drain for warm-up.

Soak for 2 hours at process fluid temperature.

Bring variable-speed drivers to the rated speed as quickly as possible.

Ensure set screws in the seal locking ring are tightened and centering clips removed if a cartridge mechanical seal is used.

Verify the following before starting any pump