Table of contents The information herein is correct at the time of issue but may be subject to change without prior notice 1. EC Declaration of Conformity ............... 2. Safety ....................2.1. Important information ................2.2. Warning signs ..................2.3. Safety precautions ................3.
1 EC Declaration of Conformity Revision of Declaration of Conformity 2009-12-29 The Designated Company Alfa Laval Kolding A/S Company Name Albuen 31, DK-6000 Kolding, Denmark Address +45 79 32 22 00 Phone No. hereby declare that Pump Designation GM, GM-A Type From serial number 10.000 to 1.000.000...
2 Safety Unsafe practices and other important information are emphasised in this manual. Warnings are emphasised by means of special signs. Always read the manual before using the pump! 2.1 Important information WARNING Indicates that special procedures must be followed to avoid serious personal injury. CAUTION Indicates that special procedures must be followed to avoid damage to the pump.
Always handle lye and acid with great care. Never use the pump for products not mentioned in the Alfa Laval pump selection program. The Alfa Laval pump selection program can be acquired from your local Alfa Laval sales company. Maintenance: Always read the technical data thoroughly.
Check the delivery for: 1. Complete pump. CAUTION 2. Delivery note. Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect unpacking. 3. Motor instructions. 4. Test certificate, IF ORDERED! Step 2 Remove any packing materials from the inlet and the outlet.
Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect installation. WARNING: Alfa Laval recommend the installation of a lockable repair breaker. If the repair breaker is to be used as an emergency stop, the colours of the repair breaker must be red and yellow.
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3 Installation Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! Always check the pump before operation. - See pre-use check in section 3.3 Pre-use check - GM-A. Step 5 Avoid stressing the pump. Pay special attention to: - Vibrations.
- At end of use, the equipment shall be recycled according to relevant local regulations. Beside the equipment itself, any hazardous residues from the process liquid must be considered and dealt with in a proper manner. When in doubt, or in the absence of local regulations, please contact your local Alfa Laval sales company.
4.1 Operation/control Step 1 Always read the technical data thoroughly. See chapter 6 Technical data CAUTION Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect operation/control. Step 2 Danger of burns! Never touch the pump or the pipelines when pumping hot liquids or when sterilising.
4 Operation The pump is designed for cleaning in place (CIP). CIP = Cleaning In Place. Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! NaOH = Caustic Soda. = Nitric acid. 4.3 Recommended cleaning Step 1 Danger, caustic Always handle lye and acid with great care.
(see chapter 7 Parts list and service kits). Ordering spare parts Contact your local Alfa Laval sales company. Note: If the pump is supplied with FEP O-rings, Alfa Laval recommend the casing O-ring is replaced when the pump is maintained.
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5 Maintenance Maintain the pump carefully. Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! Always keep spare shaft seals and rubber seals in stock. See separate motor instructions. Check the pump for smooth operation after service. Shaft seal Rubber seals Motor bearings Preventive maintenance...
5 Maintenance Study the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. 5.2 Dismantling of pump/shaft seals Step 1 1. Remove cap nuts (13). 2. Remove collets (14a) (GM only) or yoke (14b) (GM-A only). 3.
5 Maintenance Study the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Lubricate the rubber seals before fitting them. 5.3 Assembly of pump/shaft seal Step 1 1. Fit pump shaft (7) on the motor shaft. 2.
6 Technical data It is important to observe the technical data during installation, operation and maintenance. Inform personnel about the technical data. 6.1 Technical data The GM centrifugal pump is specially designed for food, chemical, pharmaceutical and other industries where acid-resistant steel is resistant to the product to be pumped.
6 Technical data It is important to observe the technical data during installation, operation and maintenance. Inform personnel about the technical data. 6.2 Torque specifications The table below specifies the tightening torques for the screws, bolts and nuts in this pump. Always use below torques if no other values are stated.
6 Technical data It is important to observe the technical data during installation, operation and maintenance. Inform personnel about the technical data. 6.4 Noise emission Pump Type Sound pressure level (dBA) LKH-5 LKH-10 LKH-15 LKH-20 LKH-25 LKH-35 LKH-40 LKH-45 LKH-50...
7 Parts list and service kits The drawing shows GM/GM-A pump, sanitary version. The items refer to the parts lists in the following sections 7.1 GM/GM-A TD201-027_1...
7 Parts list and service kits The drawing shows GM pump, sanitary version. The items refer to the parts lists in the following sections 7.2 GM Centrifugal Pump...
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7 Parts list and service kits The drawing shows GM pump, sanitary version. The items refer to the parts lists in the following sections Parts list Service kits Denomination GM-1 & 2 Pos. Denomination Service kit Motor 0.55 kW 220-240/380-420 Service kit, NBR.
7 Parts list and service kits The drawing shows GM-A pump, sanitary version. The items refer to the parts lists in the following sections 7.3 GM-A Centrifugal Pump...
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7 Parts list and service kits The drawing shows GM-A pump, sanitary version. The items refer to the parts lists in the following sections Parts list Service kits Denomination GM-1A & 2A Pos. Denomination Service kit Motor IEC71 Service kit, NBR........9611921046 Stud bolt Service kit, EPDM.
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