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General pump
instruction
Introduction
Purpose of manual
This manual is furnished to acquaint you with some of
the practical ways to install, operate, and maintain this
pump. Read it completely before doing any work on
your unit and keep it handy for future reference.
Equipment cannot operate well without proper
care. To keep this unit at top efficiency, follow the
recommended installation and servicing procedures
outlined in this manual. The Industrial Pump Division's
Customer Service Department is available to expertly
guide the installation of the pump for maximum
operating life and minimum downtime.
Goulds Water Technology service organization
Experienced, factory-trained servicemen offer prompt,
efficient service at reasonable rates. These servicemen
can find and correct costly errors such as poor
grouting, misalignment, pipe stresses transmitted to
the pump casing, or improperly cleaned piping. A
serviceman may be requested through your nearest
Goulds Water Technology Sales Representative.
Replacement and spare parts, including special
attention to your individual problems, may also be
obtained through the same Sales Representative.
Warranty
Refer to your sales contract for coverages.
Pump identification
All pumps are designated by Serial Number, Model
Number, Size and Type. This information is stamped
on an identification plate which is mounted on the
pump. Refer to pump identification in the specific
instruction section of this manual for detailed
information (page 11).
Installation
Receiving pump
Check pump for shortages and damage immediately
upon arrival. (An absolute must). Prompt reporting to
the carrier's agent with notations made on the freight
bill, will expedite satisfactory adjustment by the carrier.
WARNING: WHEN UNLOADING HORIZONTAL PUMPS,
LIFT EQUALLY AT FOUR OR MORE POINTS ON THE
BASEPLATE. DO NOT LIFT ON THE DRIVER OR PUMP.
FOR VERTICAL PUMPS, USE THE LIFTING LUGS OR
EYEBOLTS FOUND ON THE PUMP. DO NOT LIFT BY
FLANGES OR BY THE EYEBOLTS FOUND ON THE
MOTOR. BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO DAMAGE ANY
AUXILIARY PIPING OR CONTROLS WHEN MOVING
PUMPS.
Horizontal pumps and drivers are normally shipped
from the factory mounted on a baseplate and painted
with primer and one finish coat. Couplings may either
be completely assembled or have the coupling
hubs mounted on the shafts and the connecting
members removed. When the connecting members
are removed, they will be packaged in a separate
container and shipped with the pump or attached to
the baseplate.
Shafts are in alignment when unit is shipped; however,
due to shipping, the pumps may arrive misaligned
and, therefore, alignment must be established during
installation. Series A-C 2000 pump has determined
that proper and correct alignment can only be made
by accepted erection practices. Refer to the following
paragraphs on " Foundation'', "Baseplate Setting",
and "Grouting Procedure''.
Temporary storage
If the pump is not to be installed and operated soon
after arrival, store it in a clean, dry place having slow,
moderate changes in ambient temperature. Rotate
the shaft periodically to coat the bearings with
lubricant and to retard oxidation, corrosion, and
to reduce the possibility of false brinelling of
the bearings.
Location
The pump should be installed as near the suction
supply as possible, with the shortest and most direct
suction pipe practical. The total dynamic suction lift
(static lift plus friction losses in suction line) should not
exceed the limits for which the pump was sold.
The pump must be primed before starting. Whenever
possible, the pump should be located below the fluid
level to facilitate priming and assure a steady flow of
liquid. This condition provides a positive suction head
on the pump. It is also possible to prime the pump by
pressurizing the suction vessel.
When installing the pump, consider its location in
relation to the system to assure that sufficient Net
Positive Suction Head (NPSH) at pump suction is
provided. Available NPSH must always equal or
exceed the required NPSH of the pump.
The pump should be installed with sufficient
accessibility for inspection and maintenance. A clear
space with ample head room should be allowed for
the use of an overhead crane or hoist sufficiently
strong to lift the unit.
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