Table of Contents
Advertisement
Quick Links
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Pentair FAIRBANKS NIJHUIS VTSH-SCR
Summary of Contents for Pentair FAIRBANKS NIJHUIS VTSH-SCR
- Page 1 FAIRBANKS NIJHUIS VTSH -SCR VERTICAL TURBINE ® SOLIDS HANDLING SCREW PUMPS INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL NOTE! To the installer: Please make sure you provide this manual to the owner of the equipment or to the responsible party who maintains the system prior to installation.
- Page 2 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance PUMP IDENTIFICATION : Carefully record all of the following data for your pump. This data will aid in obtaining the correct replacement parts for your pump. In addition to the nameplate, the pump serial number is also stamped on the discharge flange. Pump: Serial Number: _______________________________________________ Model Number :_______________________________________________...
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance ® VTSH -SCR INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS: ..........INTRODUCTION Operating at Reduced Capacity ......... 20 ........SAFETY INFORMATION Initial Start-up ..............20 STORAGE OF PUMPS ........ -
Page 4: Introduction
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance INTRODUCTION: CONGRATULATIONS! You are the owner of the finest pump commercially available. If you give the proper care as outlined and recommended by this manual, it will provide you with reliable service and long life. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: WARNING: This product and related accessories contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,... -
Page 5: Storage Of Pumps
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance regulations concerning OSHA Compliance with such laws relating to the proper installation and safe operation of this type of equipment is the responsibility of the equipment owner. All necessary steps should be taken by the owner to assure compliance with such laws before operating or maintaining the equipment. -
Page 6: Descriptions And Definitions
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance UNASSEMBLED PUMPS: Store the unassembled components in a clean, dry and well-ventilated place free from vibrations, moisture and temperature variation. Wipe all exposed machined surfaces clean and coat with a heavy layer of grease or other equivalent rust preventive material. -
Page 7: Installation
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance the enclosing tube. Column pipe is available in standard 5' or 10' lengths with a variable length section of column supplied as required to make up the specified overall length. ENCLOSING TUBE: The enclosing tube surrounds the shafting and protects both the line shaft and the bearings from the pumped liquid. -
Page 8: Location And Handling
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Never attempt to hoist the entire pump by the driver lifting lugs or eyes. These lifting points are designed only to hoist the weight of the driver, not other attached components. The assembled unit, less the driver, may be lifted with suitable slings through the discharge head (pedestal) windows or by eyebolts. -
Page 9: Leveling, Grouting And Piping
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance LEVELING, GROUTING AND PIPING: If your pump was shipped completely assembled, it is now ready to install. The pump is furnished with a sole plate which must be leveled in all directions to within 0.005" per foot and grouted before proceeding with the pump installation. -
Page 10: Shaft Coupling Assembly
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance CAUTION: Careless handling may damage the bowl assembly. Refer to Shaft Coupling Installation for coupling installation and install a coupling on the pump shaft if a coupling was not shipped installed. Installation: With a shaft coupling (31) attached to the pump shaft at the bowl assembly, lift the first shaft section (23) into position to be attached to the pump shaft. -
Page 11: Enclosing Tube Assembly
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Enclosing Tube Assembly: IMPORTANT: All joints must be properly cleaned, deburred and firmly seated. Any misalignment of these joints may cause vibration and/or excessive bearing wear. Examine and clean all enclosing tube (51, 51A, 51B), connector bearing (50), and adapter (51C) threads carefully. -
Page 12: Mechanical Seal
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance equivalent. G. Slide the seal box assembly over the top shaft (19A) and thread into the top enclosing tube. If equipped with mechanical seal, refer to Mechanical Seal section. NOTE: The threads are left-hand. -
Page 13: Pump Installation
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Seal Removal: Loosen the gland bolts. Raise the gland and loosen the setscrews securing the retaining ring to the sleeve. Use the adjusting nut and lower the impeller until it rests on the bowl seat. M. - Page 14 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance CAUTION: Pump requires adequate flush water at all times during operation. It is recommended flush water be on at all times; however, if pump is used infrequently it is mandatory the flush water be started a minimum of 5 minutes prior to starting the pump and 15 minutes following pump shutdown.
- Page 15 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
- Page 16 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
-
Page 17: Driver Installation
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance DRIVER INSTALLATION: IMPORTANT: Read and understand the driver manufacturer's manual before proceeding. Determine if the driver to be installed is a vertical hollow shaft electric motor, a solid shaft motor, or a right angle gear. Refer to the appropriate instructions. -
Page 18: Solid Shaft Drivers, General
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Install the driver shaft through the top of the driver and tighten into the line shaft coupling. Make sure that the top shaft is centered in the tube. Install the driver coupling and/or nonreverse ratchet. - Page 19 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Check both driver and pump shafts for burrs or dirt, cleaning as necessary. Also check the coupling parts for burrs and dirt, cleaning as required. If force is required to position the couplings on the shafts, nonmetallic hammers should be used to prevent damage to the machined surfaces.
- Page 20 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
-
Page 21: Operation
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Note the direction of motor rotation. If the motor rotates counterclockwise as viewed from the top, the rotation is correct and installation may proceed. If the motor rotates clockwise as viewed from the top, reverse any two of the three power leads and motor rotation will be reversed. -
Page 22: Operating At Reduced Capacity
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Before starting the pump: ✔ Rotate the shaft by hand to assure all moving parts are free. ✔ Install packing. ✔ Install water lubrication line to seal box and turn on water. Check pressure and flow. -
Page 23: Normal Operation
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Normal Operation: Monitor the following during running cycles: Unit vibration or noise. Driver lubrication levels and flow. C. Seal box leakage. D. Water lubrication system. Check the following before normal start-up: Driver lubrication levels and flow. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance TROUBLESHOOTING: If you have followed the installation and start-up procedures outlined in this manual, your pump will provide reliable service and long life. However, if operating problems occur, significant time and expense can be saved if you use the following checklist to eliminate the most common causes of those problems. - Page 25 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Vibration or Noise Cause Remedy Foundation bolts loose or defect in grouting. Tighten foundation bolts and/or regrout. Worn pump bearings. Replace pump bearings. Pipe strain – improperly supported or aligned. Improperly supported or aligned.
-
Page 26: Maintenance
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance MAINTENANCE: Preventive Maintenance: WARNING: Pumping media may contain hazardous material. Prior to performing maintenance, clean and disinfect pump thoroughly and wear protective clothing, gloves, eye protection and respirator as needed. To assure satisfactory operation of the pump, scheduled inspection and periodic maintenance are required. -
Page 27: Corrective Maintenance
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance IMPORTANT: Stagger the packing end joints 180° and firmly seat each ring of packing as you install it. Refer to Table 9 on page 24 for seal box and packing dimensions. H. -
Page 28: Bowl Disassembly
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Properly attach lifting device to pump discharge head (if surface discharge) or to driver pedestal (if underground discharge). Lift unit off sole plate and remove from sump. Lower unit to a horizontal position properly supported, with adequate work area to disassemble the pump. -
Page 29: Inspection For Replacement
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance H. Remove the impeller capscrew (9). It will be necessary to heat the capscrew to 350° F – 400° F Remove the pump shaft (4) and key (102) from the impeller (1), being careful not to bend the shaft and not to damage the threads at the coupling end. -
Page 30: Liners
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance DANGER: The pump, the pump components, and driver are to be lifted using adequate crane and sling capacity. All applicable hoisting practices should be employed. If the suction bell liner is being replaced, refer to the Liner section on this page for complete instructions on removal and replacement of liners. -
Page 31: Repair Parts
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Press the anti-rotation pin into the suction bell. C. Lower the suction bell liner (98) into its machined seat aligning the anti-rotation pin hole on both parts. D. -
Page 32: Returning Parts
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Table 12: Predicted Part Life Returning Parts: Ref. Predicted All materials or parts returned to the factory MUST have Description Life prior approval and a "Returned Goods Tag", listing the material to be returned and the reasons for the return. -
Page 33: Assembly Drawings
VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016... - Page 34 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Assembly 8”, 10”, 12” VTSH-SCR (Bowl Only) ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SPECIFICATION Impeller Stainless Steel A743 GR CF-8 Pump Shaft Stainless Steel A582 S41600 (Hard Chrome Plate) Impeller Fastener Steel SAE J429 GR8 Impeller Washer...
- Page 35 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
- Page 36 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Assembly 8”, 10”, 12” VTSH-SCR ABOVE GROUND DISCHARGE ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SPECIFICATION Adjusting Nut Steel A108 GR 12L14 Gib Key (by motor mfg.) Steel Commercial Hardware steel – zinc plated Locking Device Commercial Discharge Head...
- Page 37 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
- Page 38 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Assembly 8”, 10”, 12” VTSH-SCR BELOW GROUND DISCHARGE ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL SPECIFICATION Adjusting Nut Steel A108 GR 12L14 Gib Key (by motor mfg.) Steel Commercial Hardware Steel – Zinc Plated Locking Device Commercial Gland, Packing Box...
- Page 39 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
- Page 40 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...
- Page 41 VTSH -SCR Vertical Turbine Solids Handling Screw Pumps ® Installation, Operation and Maintenance WARRANTY TO BE PLACED HERE Fairbanks Nijhuis™ 5/30/2016...