
Slurry Pump
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Care and maintenance
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9.6.5
The pump runs unevenly or vibrates
Is the inlet flow uneven or is the pump
drawing air ?
No
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Yes
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Either adjust the feed to the pump, or adjust
the rating of the drive, motor and pump to
suit the operating conditions.
Are all valves open and are the pipes
clear ?
Yes
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No
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Remedy the fault.
Is the impeller clogged ?
No
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Yes
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Clean the impeller -see Dismantling and
Assembly, section 9.5.
9.6.6
Abnormal leakage from the shaft gland
See Shaft Seal Removal and Fitting, section 9.5.3.