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Centrifugal Pumps Problem Solving

The table lists common problems encountered with pumps, probable causes, and suggested solutions. Problems include the pump not priming, insufficient suction pressure, fluid vaporizing in the suction line, air entering the suction line, and unexpected solids in the fluid. Corresponding causes may be an incorrect direction of rotation, lack of priming, small suction line diameter, or a blocked strainer. Solutions involve checking rotations, increasing suction head, cleaning filters, and simplifying piping configurations.

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Centrifugal Pumps Problem Solving

The table lists common problems encountered with pumps, probable causes, and suggested solutions. Problems include the pump not priming, insufficient suction pressure, fluid vaporizing in the suction line, air entering the suction line, and unexpected solids in the fluid. Corresponding causes may be an incorrect direction of rotation, lack of priming, small suction line diameter, or a blocked strainer. Solutions involve checking rotations, increasing suction head, cleaning filters, and simplifying piping configurations.

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Problem Solving Table

The table shown below offers probable causes and solutions to the most common problems encountered:

Problem

Probable Causes Solutions

Incorrect direction of rotation Reverse motor


Expel gas from suction line and pumping chamber and
Pump not primed
introduce fluid
Increase suction line diameter.
Increase suction head.
Insufficient NPSH available
Simplify suction line configuration and reduce length.
Decrease fluid temperature - check effect of increased viscosity?
Increase suction line diameter.
Increase suction head or pressure on fluid surface,
Fluid vaporising in suction line
Simplify suction line configuration and reduce length.
Decrease fluid temperature - check effect of increased viscosity?
Air entering suction line Remake pipework joints
Strainer or filter blocked Service fittings
Increase fluid temperature.
Fluid viscosity above rated figure Increase motor speed.
Check seal face viscosity limitations.
Fluid viscosity below rated figure Decrease fluid temperature
Cool the pump casing.
Fluid temperature above rated figure Reduce fluid temperature .
Check seal face and elastomer temperature limitations.
Heat the pump casing.
Fluid temperature below rated figure
Increase fluid temperature.
Clean the system.
Fit strainer to suction line.
Unexpected solids in fluid
If solids cannot be eliminated, consider fitting double mechanical
seals.
Check for obstructions i.e. closed valve.
Discharge pressure above rated figure Service system and change to prevent problem recurring.
Simplify discharge line to decrease pressure.
Increase flush flow rate.
Seal flushing inadequate
Check that flush fluid flows freely into seal area.
Check alignment of pipes.
Pump casing strained by pipework Fit flexible pipes or expansion fittings.
Support pipework.
Metal to metal contact of pumping Check rated and duty pressures.
element Refer to pump maker.
Worn pumping element Fit new components
Suction lift too high Lower pump or raise liquid level
Fluid pumped not compatible with Use optional materials
materials used
Ensure system operation prevents this.
Pump allowed to run dry
Fit single or double flushed mechanical seals.
Faulty motor Check and replace motor bearings
Too large clearance between impeller Reduce clearance between impeller and back plate/casing
and back plate/casing
Too small impeller diameter Fit larger size impeller - check motor size
Pumping element missing i.e. after
Fit pumping element
service

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