A submersible / vertical turbine pump preventive maintenance schedule lists the checks and jobs done on the equipment at fixed intervals, how long each takes, and in what order of frequency, so problems are found before the submersible / vertical turbine pump fails. This page gives the schedule used in the PlantOps360 task library for submersible / vertical turbine pump (borewell, sump), which follows common industry practice for general-purpose equipment. It is also searched for as submersible pump, borewell pump, sump pump, vertical turbine pump.
The maker’s manual and your site safety procedures always come first where they differ. Intervals set by law differ by state.
Submersible / vertical turbine pump preventive maintenance schedule and checklist
| How often | Task | Estimated time |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | Check discharge pressure, flow and motor current against normal values | 5 min |
| Daily | Check for noise, vibration or tripping; check panel indications and water level | 3 min |
| Weekly | Check cable condition and glands; check packing or gland (vertical turbine) | 10 min |
| Monthly | Measure motor and cable insulation resistance and record trend | 15 min |
| Monthly | Check starter, overload setting, capacitor or VFD connections | 15 min |
| Quarterly | Lubricate thrust bearing (vertical turbine); test level probe and dry-run protection | 30 min |
| Half-yearly | Check non-return valve, air release valve and discharge pipe supports | 45 min |
| Annual | Pull and inspect pump bowls, impellers, bearings and column pipe; measure shaft run-out | 480 min |
Submersible / vertical turbine pump maintenance frequency and yearly workload
At the estimated times, one submersible / vertical turbine pump needs about 75 hours of preventive maintenance a year. The biggest single job is “Pull and inspect pump bowls, impellers, bearings and column pipe; measure shaft run-out” at 480 minutes, done annual. Multiply by the number of units you have to see the workload for your plant.
| Frequency | Tasks | Time per round | Hours per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 2 | 8 min | 48.7 h |
| Weekly | 1 | 10 min | 8.7 h |
| Monthly | 2 | 30 min | 6.0 h |
| Quarterly | 1 | 30 min | 2.0 h |
| Half-yearly | 1 | 45 min | 1.5 h |
| Annual | 1 | 480 min | 8.0 h |
What goes wrong on a submersible / vertical turbine pump without preventive maintenance
- Insulation breakdown in the motor
- Impeller wear from sand or grit
- Cable damage
- Dry running when the water level drops
What to watch between services
- Motor current
- Insulation resistance
- Delivery flow and pressure
Safety and statutory notes for submersible / vertical turbine pump maintenance
Pulling and refitting a submersible pump needs lifting gear and isolation of the power supply.
Where a submersible / vertical turbine pump preventive maintenance schedule is used
A submersible / vertical turbine pump is found in almost every industry. The industry guides below show how it fits into the wider schedule of each one:
- Preventive maintenance schedule for pharmaceutical plants
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- Preventive maintenance schedule for chemical, fertiliser and petrochemical plants
- Preventive maintenance schedule for cement, glass, ceramics and building materials plants
- Preventive maintenance schedule for steel, foundry, forging and metal plants
- Preventive maintenance schedule for textile and garment mills
- Preventive maintenance schedule for thermal and hydro power plants
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Run this submersible / vertical turbine pump schedule in maintenance software
In preventive maintenance software, each row above becomes a recurring task on the asset with its checklist, time estimate and parts. Tasks can be triggered by calendar date, running hours, meter readings or production cycles, each completed task is recorded with the person and date, and a failed check can open a work order. For the method behind it, read the guide to the preventive maintenance schedule, or use the free generator to get a 12-month plan for your whole equipment list.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should a submersible / vertical turbine pump be serviced?
In our schedule a submersible / vertical turbine pump has 8 tasks: 2 daily, 1 weekly, 2 monthly, 1 quarterly, 1 half-yearly, 1 annual. The biggest job is “Pull and inspect pump bowls, impellers, bearings and column pipe; measure shaft run-out”, which is done annual. Always follow the maker’s manual where it gives a different interval.
What is included in submersible / vertical turbine pump preventive maintenance?
It covers routine checks and jobs such as “Check discharge pressure, flow and motor current against normal values”, “Check for noise, vibration or tripping; check panel indications and water level”, “Check cable condition and glands; check packing or gland (vertical turbine)”, up to the annual overhaul or inspection. The full list with times is in the table above.
How many hours of maintenance does a submersible / vertical turbine pump need per year?
About 75 hours per unit per year at the estimated times in our library, including the daily checks done every day. Use it to plan workload, not as a benchmark.
Is there a free submersible / vertical turbine pump maintenance checklist?
Yes. The table on this page is a ready checklist. The free preventive maintenance schedule generator turns it into a 12-month Excel schedule for your list of equipment, with monthly workload hours.