Permissible forces and moments at the pump nozzles.............. 25 5.4.3 Auxiliary connections......................... 26 Enclosure/insulation ............................ 26 Checking the coupling alignment ......................... 27 Aligning the pump and motor ........................ 28 5.7.1 Motors with adjusting screw...................... 28 5.7.2 Motors without adjusting screw ....................... 29 Electrical connection ............................ 30 Etaprime L 3 of 76...
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Etaprime G and C, threaded connection, with bearing housing (SU 17) ........ 63 9.1.2 Etaprime G and C, flanged connection, with bearing bracket/grease lubrication (SU 25 and SU 35) .............................. 65 9.1.3 Etaprime G and C, flanged connection, with bearing bracket/oil lubrication (SU 25 and SU 35) .. 69 Etaprime L 4 of 76...
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Contents EU Declaration of Conformity ...................... 70 Certificate of Decontamination...................... 71 Index .............................. 72 Etaprime L 5 of 76...
Self-priming ability Ability of a filled pump to evacuate a suction line, i.e. to self-prime from an unfilled suction line. Suction lift line/suction head line The pipeline which is connected to the suction nozzle Etaprime L 6 of 76...
In the event of damage, immediately contact your nearest KSB service centre to maintain the right to claim under warranty. Observe the noise characteristics, indicated as surface sound pressure level.
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1 General Symbol Description Cross-references ⇨ Step-by-step instructions Note Recommendations and important information on how to handle the product Etaprime L 8 of 76...
▪ The pump (set) must only be operated within the operating limits described in the other applicable documents. (ð Section 1.4, Page 7) ▪ Only operate pumps/pump sets which are in perfect technical condition. ▪ Do not operate the pump (set) in partially assembled condition. Etaprime L 9 of 76...
In addition to the safety information contained in this manual and the intended use, the following safety regulations shall be complied with: ▪ Accident prevention, health and safety regulations ▪ Explosion protection regulations ▪ Safety regulations for handling hazardous substances ▪ Applicable standards, directives and laws Etaprime L 10 of 76...
Especially adhere to the sections in this manual marked with the symbol opposite and the following sections, (ð Section 2.10.1, Page 12) to (ð Section 2.10.4, Page 13) The explosion-proof status of the pump set is only assured if the pump set is used in accordance with its intended use. Etaprime L 11 of 76...
If the pump is to be operated at a higher temperature, the data sheet is missing or if the pump is part of a pool of pumps, contact KSB for the maximum permissible operating temperature. Motor supplied by the...
Check whether monitoring equipment is required to ensure that the pump set functions properly. Contact KSB for further information on monitoring equipment. 2.10.4 Operating limits The minimum flows indicated in (ð Section 6.2.3.1, Page 39) refer to water and water-like fluids handled.
1. On transfer of goods, check each packaging unit for damage. 2. In the event of in-transit damage, assess the exact damage, document it and notify KSB or the supplying dealer and the insurer about the damage in writing immediately.
4. Always complete and enclose a certificate of decontamination when returning the pump. Indicate any safety measures and decontamination measures taken. (ð Section 11, Page 71) NOTE If required, a blank certificate of decontamination can be downloaded from the following web site: www.ksb.com/certificate_of_decontamination Etaprime L 15 of 76...
2. Separate and sort the pump materials, e.g. by: - Metals - Plastics - Electronic waste - Greases and other lubricants 3. Dispose of materials in accordance with local regulations or in another controlled manner. Etaprime L 16 of 76...
Shaft seal, e.g. 10 = Q1Q1X4GG Scope of supply, e.g. D = pump with motor, baseplate, coupling, coupling guard Shaft unit, e.g. 3 = SU 35 4.3 Name plate KSB ITUR Spain, S.A. Camino de Urteta S/N 20800 Zarautz ETPL080-080-200 GCXI10D3 9971234567 000100 / 01...
▪ Grease lubrication ▪ Oil lubrication Drive ▪ KSB IEC frame standardised IE3 motor (from 0.75 kW) ▪ 230/400 V up to 2.2 kW and 400/690 V from 3 kW ▪ Winding 60 Hz, 3~ 440-480 V ≥ 2.41 hp (1.80 kW) ▪...
0,75 Spatial average; as per ISO 3744 and EN 12639; valid for pump operation in the Q/Qopt = 0.8 - 1.1 range and for non- cavitating operation. If noise levels are to be guaranteed: Add +3 dB for measuring and constructional tolerance. Etaprime L 19 of 76...
For dimensions and weights please refer to the general arrangement drawing/outline drawing of the pump/pump set. 4.8 Scope of supply Depending on the model, the following items are included in the scope of supply: ▪ Pump ▪ Baseplate ▪ Coupling ▪ Coupling guard ▪ Drive Etaprime L 20 of 76...
5.3 Installing the pump set Always install the pump set in a horizontal position. DANGER Excessive temperatures due to improper installation Explosion hazard! ▷ Install the pump in a horizontal position to ensure self-venting of the pump. Etaprime L 21 of 76...
NOTE For low-noise operation contact the manufacturer to check whether the pump set can be installed on anti-vibration mounts. NOTE Expansion joints can be fitted between the pump and the suction/discharge line. Etaprime L 22 of 76...
▷ Prevent current flowing through the rolling element bearings. NOTE Installing check and shut-off elements in the system is recommended, depending on the type of plant and pump. However, such elements must not obstruct proper drainage or hinder disassembly of the pump. Etaprime L 23 of 76...
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▷ Remove any impurities from the piping. ▷ If necessary, install a filter. ▷ Observe the information in (ð Section 7.2.2.3, Page 45) . 0,5 - 1 m ≤ 1 m 1geo Fig. 8: Distances of suction and discharge lines Etaprime L 24 of 76...
▷ Never close or cover the perforation of the bearing bracket guards (e.g. by insulation). WARNING The volute casing and casing/discharge cover take on the same temperature as the fluid handled Risk of burns! ▷ Insulate the volute casing. ▷ Fit protective equipment. Etaprime L 26 of 76...
4. Check the distance (dimension see general arrangement drawing) between the two coupling halves around the circumference. The coupling is correctly aligned if the distance between the two coupling halves is the same at all points around the circumference. Etaprime L 27 of 76...
Risk of injury by rotating shafts! ▷ Always operate the pump set with a coupling guard. If the customer specifically requests not to include a coupling guard in KSB's delivery, then the operator must supply one! ▷ Observe all relevant regulations for selecting a coupling guard.
Risk of injury by rotating shafts! ▷ Always operate the pump set with a coupling guard. If the customer specifically requests not to include a coupling guard in KSB's delivery, then the operator must supply one! ▷ Observe all relevant regulations for selecting a coupling guard.
< 5 5.8.2 Earthing DANGER Electrostatic charging Explosion hazard! Damage to the pump set! ▷ Connect the PE conductor to the earthing terminal provided. ▷ Provide for potential equalisation between the pump set and foundation. Etaprime L 30 of 76...
The motor's direction of rotation must match the arrow indicating the direction of rotation on the pump. 3. If the motor is running in the wrong direction of rotation, check the electrical connection of the motor and switchgear, if any. Etaprime L 31 of 76...
Insufficient quantity of lubricating oil in the reservoir of the constant level oiler Damage to the bearings! ▷ Regularly check the oil level. ▷ Always fill the oil reservoir completely. ▷ Keep the oil reservoir properly filled at all times. Etaprime L 32 of 76...
▷ The fluid for priming the pump must not be combustible. ▷ When the fluid for priming the pump is taken from a potentially explosive atmosphere, make sure that no potentially explosive atmosphere can enter the pump. Etaprime L 33 of 76...
Hot or toxic fluids escaping! ▷ Never operate the pump with the shut-off elements in the suction line and/or discharge line closed. ▷ Only start up the pump set with the discharge-side shut-off element slightly or fully open. Etaprime L 34 of 76...
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2. Check the coupling alignment and re-align the coupling, if required. Priming time For a 1-metre horizontal length of the suction line and DN suction line = DN pump, the priming times are as follows. Etaprime L 35 of 76...
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H of ... m 1geo 1 m 2 m 3 m 4 m 5 m 6 m 7 m 8 m 025-025-100 032-032-120 040-040-110 040-040-140 050-050-130 050-050-160 065-065-150 065-065-180 080-080-170 Stainless steel variant not available for all pump sizes. Etaprime L 36 of 76...
ü The shut-off element in the suction line is and remains open. 1. Close the shut-off element in the discharge line. 2. Switch off the motor and make sure the pump set runs down smoothly to a standstill. Etaprime L 37 of 76...
6.2.1 Ambient temperature CAUTION Operation outside the permissible ambient temperature Damage to the pump (set)! ▷ Observe the specified limits for permissible ambient temperatures. Observe the following parameters and values during operation: Etaprime L 38 of 76...
The calculation formula below can be used to check if an additional heat build-up could lead to a dangerous temperature increase at the pump surface. × × × Shaft unit see data sheet. Duty point at maximum efficiency Etaprime L 39 of 76...
1. Start up the pump (set) regularly between once a month and once every three months for approximately five minutes during prolonged shutdown periods. This will prevent the formation of deposits within the pump and the pump intake area. Etaprime L 40 of 76...
▷ As soon as the work is completed, re-install and re-activate any safety-relevant devices and protective devices. NOTE If the pump has been out of service for more than one year, replace all elastomer seals. Etaprime L 41 of 76...
Fluids handled and supplies posing a health hazard and/or hot fluids handled and supplies Risk of injury! ▷ Observe all relevant laws. ▷ When draining the fluid take appropriate measures to protect persons and the environment. ▷ Decontaminate pumps which handle fluids posing a health hazard. Etaprime L 42 of 76...
NOTE All maintenance, service and installation work can be carried out by KSB Service or authorised workshops. For contact details please refer to the enclosed "Addresses" booklet or visit "www.ksb.com/contact" on the Internet.
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The bearing temperature must not exceed 90 °C (measured on the outside of the bearing bracket). CAUTION Operation outside the permissible bearing temperature Damage to the pump! ▷ The bearing temperature of the pump (set) must never exceed 90 °C (measured on the outside of the bearing bracket). Etaprime L 44 of 76...
7.2.2.3 Cleaning filters CAUTION Insufficient inlet pressure due to clogged filter in the suction line Damage to the pump! ▷ Monitor contamination of filter with suitable means (e.g. differential pressure gauge). ▷ Clean filter at appropriate intervals. Etaprime L 45 of 76...
Higher than permissible bearing temperature At least once a year To DIN 51517 For ambient temperatures below -10 °C use a different suitable type of lubricating oil. Contact the manufacturer. Shaft unit see data sheet. Etaprime L 46 of 76...
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Under normal conditions the grease-lubricated bearings will run for 15,000 operating hours or 2 years. Under unfavourable operating conditions (e.g. high room temperature, high atmospheric humidity, dust-laden air, aggressive industrial atmosphere etc.), check the bearings earlier and clean and relubricate them, if required. Etaprime L 47 of 76...
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1. Remove the outer cover plate of each bearing with a suitable tool. Dispose of the cover plates. 2. Only half-fill the bearing cavities with grease. Continue using the bearings without the outer cover plates (variant Z C3). Shaft unit see data sheet. Etaprime L 48 of 76...
▷ Use suitable transport devices, lifting equipment and lifting tackle to move heavy assemblies or components. Always observe the safety instructions and information. (ð Section 7.1, Page 42) For any work on the motor, observe the instructions of the relevant motor manufacturer. Etaprime L 49 of 76...
In the event of damage, you can always contact our service department. NOTE All maintenance, service and installation work can be carried out by KSB Service or authorised workshops. For contact details please refer to the enclosed "Addresses" booklet or visit "www.ksb.com/contact" on the Internet.
4. Remove the stationary assembly of the mechanical seal (mating ring) from casing cover 161 or bearing housing 350. 5. Pull shaft sleeve 523 (if any) off shaft 210. 6. Remove and dispose of gasket 400.75. Etaprime L 51 of 76...
▷ Reassemble the pump (set) in accordance with the general rules of sound engineering practice. ▷ Use original spare parts only. Sequence Always reassemble the pump in accordance with the corresponding general assembly drawing or exploded view. Etaprime L 52 of 76...
4. Fasten bearing covers 360.01 and 360.02 with hexagon head bolts 901.01 and 901.02. Watch lip seals 421.01 and 421.02. 5. Fit thrower 507.01. 6. Insert key 940.02. 7. Pull the coupling half onto the motor-end shaft stub. 8. Secure the coupling hub with a grub screw. Etaprime L 53 of 76...
If score marks or scratches are still visible, fit new shaft sleeve 523. 2. Slide shaft sleeve 523 (if any) onto shaft 210 with new gasket 400.75. 3. Clean the mating ring location in casing cover 161. Etaprime L 54 of 76...
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9. Fit the rotating assembly of the mechanical seal (primary ring) on shaft sleeve 523. UG1026788:063/1 Fig. 18: Mechanical seal chamber Impeller Spacer discs Shaft sleeve Mechanical seal Casing cover Etaprime L 55 of 76...
Rubbing contact between impeller and volute casing Damage to the impeller, casing, mechanical seal and bearing! ▷ Observe, check and re-adjust the axial clearance. (ð Section 7.2.2.2, Page 45) NOTE Always check the clearance gap. Shaft unit see data sheet. Etaprime L 56 of 76...
2. Fasten the motor to the baseplate. 3. Align pump and motor. (ð Section 5.7, Page 28) 4. Connect the motor to the power supply (refer to manufacturer's product literature). 7.6 Tightening torques 7.6.1 Tightening torques for the pump Fig. 19: Tightening points Etaprime L 57 of 76...
Table 23: Tightening torques for bolted/screwed connections at the pump set Position Thread Tightening Comments torque [Nm] Pump on baseplate M24 × 1,5 Adjusting screws in baseplate M36 × 1,5 Motor on baseplate or motor on adjusting screws or shims Etaprime L 58 of 76...
15 % 412.35/.65 O-ring 15 % 433.01 Mechanical seal 25 % Shaft sleeve 50 % For shaft units 25 and 35 (shaft unit see data sheet) For shaft unit 17 (shaft unit see data sheet) Etaprime L 59 of 76...
✘ ✘ 100-100-240 ○ ○ ✘ ✘ 125-125-260 ○ ○ ○ ✘ ✘ Table 26: Symbols key Symbol Description Component interchangeable with Etaprime B ○ Components differ Component not fitted ✘ Not available as Etaprime B Etaprime L 60 of 76...
If problems occur that are not described in the following table, consultation with the KSB customer service is required. A Pump delivers insufficient flow rate B Motor is overloaded...
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Clean the impeller. ✘ Re-balance the impeller. ✘ - Defective bearing(s) Replace. ✘ ✘ ✘ Flow rate is too low. Increase the minimum flow rate. ✘ - Incorrect inflow of circulation liquid Increase the free cross-section. Etaprime L 62 of 76...
Radial ball bearing Bearing housing 411.01/.03 Joint ring 412.35 O-ring Mechanical seal Spacer ring 507.01/.02 Thrower 550.02/.03/.04 Disc 902.01 Stud 903.01/.03/.06/.08 Screw plug 920.01/.95 932.02 Circlip 940.01/.02 Auxiliary connections: Fluid drain Fluid priming and venting Etaprime L 63 of 76...
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Fig. 22: Model with double mechanical seal in tandem arrangement (SU 17) Table 29: List of components Part number Description 433.01/.02 Mechanical seal Primary ring carrier 550.02/.04 Disc 720.13/.14 Barrel nipple 916.97 Plug Auxiliary connections: Quench liquid outlet Quench liquid inlet Etaprime L 64 of 76...
Fig. 23: Model with single mechanical seal Fig. 24: a) Clamped casing cover, b) impeller fastening elements for shaft unit 25, c) position of forcing screws For SU 25 only; shaft unit see data sheet. For SU 35 only; shaft unit see data sheet. Etaprime L 65 of 76...
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550.02/.04/.17/.74 Disc Fluid priming and venting Fig. 25: Model with double mechanical seal in tandem arrangement (SU 25/35) Table 31: List of components Part number Description Casing cover 400.75 Gasket 412.15 O-ring 411.13/.14 Joint ring 433.01/.02 Mechanical seal Etaprime L 66 of 76...
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Joint ring 433.01/.02 Mechanical seal Seal cover Shaft sleeve Spacer sleeve 720.13/.14 Fitting 902.02 Stud For shaft unit 25: joint ring 411.15 (shaft unit see data sheet) For SU 35 only; shaft unit see data sheet. Etaprime L 67 of 76...
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9 Related Documents Part No. Description 920.02 Hexagon nut 932.05 Circlip Auxiliary connections: Barrier fluid outlet Barrier fluid inlet Etaprime L 68 of 76...
Oil drain Constant level oiler Oil filling and venting Some individual components might not be applicable, depending on the size and shaft material. For shaft units 55 and 60 only For shaft unit 25 only Etaprime L 69 of 76...
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10 EU Declaration of Conformity 10 EU Declaration of Conformity KSB ITUR Spain, S.A. Manufacturer: Camino de Urteta, s/n 20800 Zarautz (Gipuzkoa) (Spain) The manufacturer herewith declares that the product: Etaprime L, Etaprime B KSB order number: ....................▪ is in conformity with the provisions of the following Directives as amended from time to time: –...
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We confirm that the above data and information are correct and complete and that dispatch is effected in accordance with the relevant legal provisions....................................Place, date and signature Address Company stamp Required fields Etaprime L 71 of 76...
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Fluid handled Density 40 Priming and venting 34 Frequency of starts 39 Product description 17 Function 19 Pump casing 18 General assembly drawing 63, 65, 69 Reassembly 50, 52 Grease lubrication Return to supplier 15 Grease quality 48 Returning to service 41 Grease quantity 48 Running noises 43 Intervals 47 Etaprime L 72 of 76...
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Index Safety 9 Safety awareness 10 Scope of supply 20 Shaft seal 18 Shutdown 41 Spare part Ordering spare parts 59 Spare parts stock 59 Start-up 35 Storage 15, 41 Temperature limits 12 Tightening torques 58 Transport 14 Etaprime L 73 of 76...
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