CHAPTER 5. REPAIR OF CENTRIFUGAL PUMP

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CHAPTER 5

REPAIR OF CENTRIFUGAL PUMP

5-1.

General

and skid. Overhaul requires removal of the unit to a

workbench.

This chapter covers repair and overhaul of the

centrifugal pump. Repair includes seal replacement and

5-2.

Check Valve Replacement

check valve replacement.

Overhaul consists of

complete teardown to allow inspection and, if necessary,

Replace the check valve as follows:

a. Remove the nuts (6, fig. 5-1) that secure

replacement of all operating parts, including bearings,

impeller, and wear plate. Repair can be done without

the suction flange (7) to the pump body; remove the

removal of the entire pump assembly from the engine

suction flange and gasket (8).

5-1