Pumps: Multistage Centrifugal

Identify and describe the components of a typical multistage centrifugal pump. Describe the operation of a typical multistage centrifugal pump. Describe techniques that are commonly used to minimize axial thrust in a multistage centrifugal pump. Describe techniques that are commonly used to minimize radial thrust in a multistage centrifugal pump. Identify problems commonly found in multistage centrifugal pumps. Describe techniques used to identify problems in a multistage centrifugal pump. Describe tasks that are commonly part of preparing for a pump disassembly. Describe a general procedure for disassembling an axially split multistage centrifugal pump. Describe tasks that are commonly performed when a radically split multistage centrifugal pump is disassembled. Describe tasks that are commonly performed as part of removing components from a pump shaft assembly. Describe tasks that are commonly performed when pump shaft assembly components are installed. Describe a general procedure for reassembling an axially split multistage centrifugal pump. Describe tasks that are commonly performed when a radically split multistage centrifugal pump is reassembled. Describe tasks that are commonly performed when a multistage centrifugal pump is returned to service.