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— debris, sand or other particles may enter the pump, causing abrasion damage;<br>— an inlet becomes clogged, causing cavitation;<br>— the pipeline system is damaged by severe surges in water pressure, caused by startingand stopping the pump abruptly;<br>— the pump and engine are badly aligned, causing the bearings to wear out quickly;<br>— the main limitations of a centrifugal pump are its cost, the need to ensure a reliablesupply of electricity or fuel, and the need for skilled technicians to maintainand repair the pump.<br>