General Subjects (Auxiliaries & Systems) USCG Question #886 (Set 14)

What should be done if localized scoring is discovered on a pump shaft sleeve during routine maintenance inspection?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Correct the cause of scoring and install a new shaft sleeve.

Scoring on a shaft sleeve indicates mechanical wear or debris damage that compromises the sealing surface. Attempting to polish or adjust the pump will not restore the integrity of the sleeve. The only reliable maintenance practice is to identify the root cause and install a new sleeve.

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