Troubleshooting Excessive Leakage

This is the first lesson in the Centrifugal Pump Repair Library. This lesson introduces the components and operating principles of a typical centrifugal pump. Normal operating conditions for the pump are described and guidelines for troubleshooting excessive leakage are provided.

Troubleshooting Excessive Temperature

This is the second lesson in the Centrifugal Pump Repair Library. This lesson introduces the components and operating principles of a typical centrifugal pump. Normal operating conditions for the pump are described and guidelines for troubleshooting excessive temperature are provided.

Troubleshooting Loss of Capacity

This is the third lesson in the Centrifugal Pump Repair Library. This lesson introduces the components and operating principles of a typical centrifugal pump. Normal operating conditions for the pump are described and guidelines for troubleshooting loss of capacity/loss of head are provided.

Disassembly

This is the fourth lesson in the Centrifugal Pump Repair Library. This lesson demonstrates how to disassemble a typical end-suction pump. The locations and functions of pump components are described as well.

Inspection

This is the fifth lesson in the Centrifugal Pump Repair Library. This lesson demonstrates how to inspect a typical end-suction pump. The procedures for measuring and inspecting pump parts, and the steps for checking impeller clearance are described.

Reassembly

This is the final lesson in the Centrifugal Pump Repair Library. This lesson demonstrates how to reassemble a typical end-suction pump. General guidelines for installing a mechanical seal are also provided.