General Pump Inspection and Maintenance Schedule: 4000 Hours of 6 Months
This semi-annual maintenance checklist will ensure your equipment is always running at peak performance levels and prevent unscheduled downtime. Preventive maintenance is that it enables you to catch problems well ahead of time or in some cases, predict an issue long before it even starts.
General Pump Inspection and Maintenance Schedule: 4000 Hours of 6 Months
This semi-annual maintenance checklist will ensure your equipment is always running at peak performance levels and prevent unscheduled downtime. Preventive maintenance is that it enables you to catch problems well ahead of time or in some cases, predict an issue long before it even starts.
Actions required only for specific pump types are so noted. The symbol () used in the table below indicates that the action indicated may not be applicable to a specific pump of a particular type.
Replace packing (all packing; not just the outermost ring)
Clean and oil gland bolts (packed pumps)
Verify free movement of packing glands (packed pumps)
Universal joint shafting and steady bearings wear check (replace bearings if required)
Replace any worn caulk around pipe exits on buildings.
Building Heater - Inspect for proper operation.
Inspect operation of all valves in system.
Lights (Outside, Inside, Emergency) – Inspect for proper operation.
Source: MaintainX (Community Member)