How to install anti-puncture rubber rings on distribution boxes

Shut off seal water and lube inlet and install button head fitting. Remove old packing and lantern ring. Inspect and clean shaft and gland. Install compatible braided packing ring in the bottom of the stuffing box; cut on 45° angle from top to bottom. The following steps have been devised to ensure e ALL THE OLD PACKING FROM THE STUFFING BOX. Clean box and shaft thoroughly and ex mine shaft or sleeve for wear and scoring. Re SS-SECTION OF PACKING OR DIE-FORMED RINGS. To determine the correct packing. In our previous guides, we discussed two common ways to protect rubber O-rings: silicone grease and technical petroleum jelly. Both methods have their advantages. But why is O-ring protection so important? The answer lies in prevention. CHOOSING THE CORRECT. Before starting the installation, finding a proper place for putting the distribution box is crucial, because it largely decides the safety and convenience of maintenance. Accessibility is one of the most. Examine the rings, this will show how the packing was installed. Look for glazing on the OD of packing, this means rings were not preloaded, and they were turning with the shaft. Replace shaft sleeve if. One of the most important steps that is often overlooked in pump packing installation is inserting the rings into the stuffing box. Poor maintenance practices are sometimes used, and these can be really costly with more maintenance time to adjust, more leakage and loss of product, and shorter. [PDF]