SECTION 3
PRESERVATION
3.1
Preservation Considerations
Steel will rust if proper measures are not taken. The MSI Hybrid™ Well Service Pump is packaged and
shipped with several preservation precautions in place. It is important to note the following suggestions for
long-term storage or for protecting the pump between well service operations, especially if the pump is to be
idle between well service jobs or in storage for long periods of time.
3.2
Preservation for Shipping
Every MSI pump undergoes factory acceptance testing (FAT) at the MSI test facility before it is cleaned,
painted, and preserved for shipping. This FAT procedure involves operating the pump through a full range of
horsepower and pressure. During the FAT, water is used as the pumping medium. Once the test is completed,
the water residue in the fluid end is removed, and all fluid end internal parts are generously misted with water
displacing protective lubricant. Following the FAT, the insides of the gear reducer and power end are fully
coated with high grade lubrication oil. After final painting, the pump is shrink-wrapped to create a vapor
barrier. Desiccant packets are placed within the shrink wrap to absorb internal moisture. If the pump is to be
shipped overseas, it is also placed within a completely enclosed wooden crate which has been properly prepared
for overseas shipments.
3.3
Preservation for Storage
If your new MSI Hybrid™ Well Service Pump, as packaged from MSI, will be in storage for longer than one
month, then the following preservation measures should be taken:
After taking delivery of the pump, remove the top of the shipping crate for pump inspection; be careful to
not damage the crate. Examine the pump and vapor barrier for any signs of condensation, this could
indicate a broken seal or depleted desiccant. Remove and dry out any water found inside the packaging and
replace the desiccant if necessary. Reseal the moisture barrier using sheet plastic and duct tape then reinstall
the crate top. These steps must be performed if the pump was ocean freighted. If the pump will be stored
in a tropical climate MSI recommends the above inspections are performed at least every 3 months. Always
store the pump indoors to keep the unit protected from moisture.
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