Question 297General Subjects - QMED
70% to passCharring or glazing of the inner circumference of the packing rings in a centrifugal pump is caused by _______________.
Aunder-tightening the packing
Binsufficient lubrication of the packing
Cfailure to seat the packing rings
Dpacking ring rotation
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) insufficient lubrication of the packing. Charring or glazing of the inner circumference of the packing rings in a centrifugal pump is caused by insufficient lubrication of the packing. Proper lubrication is essential to prevent excessive friction and heat buildup, which can lead to the observed charring or glazing of the packing material. Underâ€'tightening the packing (A) or failure to seat the packing rings (C) may also contribute to the issue, but the primary cause is the lack of adequate lubrication. Packing ring rotation (D) is not the direct cause of the charring or glazing.
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