Goulds Pumps Vertical Turbine Pump VIT-FF 14J

5.8 Lubricate the thrust pot during a shutdown period

Completely immerse the bearings in oil

Fill the oil reservoir until the oil runs over the oil retainer tube and down the shaft

Before startup, drain the oil to its required level

Allow time for seal adjustment if slight leaks occur at start-up

Run pump continuously if leaks decrease while running

Check for constant leaks during operation

Inspect for secondary seal damage or warped/cracked seal faces if constant leaks occur

Replacement guidelines — Mechanical seal checks

Check shaft or sleeve for pits, burrs, or sharp edges

Polish shaft or sleeve with fine emery cloth to remove burrs and sharp edges

Confirm completion of initial procedures

Verify mechanical seal lubrication and piping connection

Verify operation and regulation of cooling, heating, and flushing lines

Verify connections to driver and starting device match wiring diagram

Verify voltage, phase, and frequency on motor nameplate agree with line current

Rotate shaft manually to ensure impellers are not binding

Verify driver bearings are properly lubricated and check oil level in housing

Verify auxiliary seal components are properly vented

4.4.11 Set up the lubrication system

Observe instructions on the submittal document.

Fill the oil reservoir with oil.

Check the lubricator feed and ensure the oil reservoir is flowing freely.

Set the proper drops per minute on the regulator based on shaft size.

Use synthetic turbine oil ISO VG 32 for general applications.

Consult ITT for more specific data if necessary.

Does the pump performance satisfy your process requirements?

Pump Disassembly and Inspection