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The proper design of a centrifugal pump must include a seal cage and sealing line when the pump __________.

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The proper design of a centrifugal pump must include a seal cage and sealing line when the pump __________.

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• Centrifugal pump operation and what a seal cage / seal flush line is for • Effect of temperature and vapor pressure on leakage and flashing at the shaft seal • When a pump needs cooling or pressurizing at the stuffing box/mechanical seal

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• Ask yourself: In which situation is the liquid around the shaft seal most likely to flash to vapor or form deposits, causing seal trouble? • Which condition would make you want to cool and/or stabilize pressure at the seal area using an external line? • Which options describe a situation where the liquid at the seal might become unstable or damaging if not managed?

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• Identify which choices involve hot liquid or high vapor pressure at the seal area • Consider when a seal cage is used to circulate cooler, cleaner liquid around the packing or mechanical seal • Verify which condition would most likely prevent flashing, scoring, or rapid wear at the shaft seal

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The proper design of a centrifugal pump must include a seal cage and sealing line when the pump __________.

takes suction from a low temperature pressurized tank

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The proper design of a centrifugal pump must include a seal cage and sealing line when the pump __________.

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The proper design of a centrifugal pump must include a seal cage and sealing line when the pump __________.

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