Pompetravaini Centrifugal Pump TBAK

Remove vent plug of the bearing frame

Pour oil into the bearing frame through the hole of plug till you can see oil in the oil-filler elbow

Fill the oil-filler pouring oil directly into the oil-cruet and NOT into the elbow

Replace the cruet in normal position

Let oil flow into bearing frame

Repeat operation till the oil level in the cruet ceases to decrease

Adjustment of Packing Seals Without External Flushing

Loosen the stuffing box nuts to allow a strong drip to escape

Verify the extent of the leak (drops per minute)

Tighten the stuffing box nuts progressively until the leak is reduced to a controlled drip

Wait a few minutes and verify the stabilized leak rate (drops per minute)

Is the leak rate within the acceptable range (60-200 drops per minute)?

Measure the temperature of the liquid that comes out

Is the temperature at least ten degrees lower than the boiling temperature and below 90°C?

Is the dripping insufficient (high temperature)?

!DANGER: Danger due to fluids in pressure. Carry out sealing tests provided with apposite protective devices.

Ensure all protective devices are in place

Verify installation completion for

Record the static pressure reading

Is the static pressure within the acceptable range?

Record the vacuum pressure reading

Is the vacuum pressure within the acceptable range?

!CAUTION: Possible contact with hazardous media and hazardous substances, cold or warm. Operate only provided with apposite protective devices.

Ensure all protective devices are worn

Verify that the cleaning area is clear of unnecessary personnel

Remove loose materials from piping

Remove foreign particles from reservoirs

Pay particular attention to cleaning installations where welding has occurred

Ensure the engine has been turned off and cooled down before starting the oil change.

Gather necessary tools and materials for the oil change.

Remove the vent plug of the bearing frame.

Upset the oil-cruet to allow oil to flow out.

Dispose of the exhausted oil following current regulations and environmental protection measures.

Pour oil into the bearing frame through the hole of the plug until oil is visible in the oil-filler elbow.