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INOXPA, S.A. c/ Telers, 57 17820 Banyoles (Girona), Spain herewith declares that the machine: KIBER KSF for wine Progressive Cavity pump with the serial number: ________________ conforms to the relevant provisions of the following directives: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (RD 1644/2008)
Mandatory to ensure safety at the Mandatory use of safety goggles workplace 1.4. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read the instruction manual carefully before installing and starting the pump. Contact INOXPA in case of doubt. 1.4.1. During the installation Technical Specifications in Section 8 should always be observed.
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Risk to the environment due to the type of substances released. 1.4.5. Warranty Any warranty will be void immediately and lawfully; additionally, INOXPA will be compensated for any civil liability claims submitted by third parties, in the following cases: ...
3. General Information 3.1. DESCRIPTION With a compact and robust design, INOXPA's Kiber KSF progressive cavity pumps for wine form part of our range of positive displacement pumps intended for the wine industry. The pump is made up of two hydraulic parts, the rotor and the stator. The rotor is a round-section worm screw. The stator has two ribs and its pitch doubles that of the rotor, which provides empty cavities between the stator and the rotor which are used to move the fluid along.
4. Installation 4.1. RECEPTION OF THE PUMP INOXPA will not be liable for any deterioration of the material occurred during shipping or unpacking. Visually check that the packaging has not been damaged. The following documentation is included with the pump: ...
4.3. LOCATION Place the pump as close as possible to the suction tank; if possible, below the fluid level. Place the pump in a position that allows enough space around it to provide access to the pump as well as to the motor. (Refer .
The relief valve is set at 6 bar ex works (4 bar for the KSF-80 model). The pump always leaves INOXPA with the by-pass installed so as to operate with suction in the pump casing and discharge ahead..
The following table provides solutions to problems that may arise while operating the pump. It is assumed that the pump has been properly installed and that is has been selected correctly for the specific application. Please contact INOXPA if technical assistance is required. Operating problems...
7. Maintenance 7.1. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS This pump, just like any other machine, requires maintenance. The instructions in this manual cover the identification and replacement of spare parts. The instructions are aimed at maintenance personnel and those responsible for the supply of spare parts.
7.3.2. Automatic SIP (Sterilization-in-Place) Sterilization with steam is applied to all equipment including the pump. Do NOT start the equipment during the sterilization with steam. The parts/materials will not be damaged if the indications specified in this manual are observed. No cold liquid can enter the equipment until the temperature of the pump is lower than 60°C (140°F).
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7.4.2. Mechanical seal Disassembly First proceed to the disassembly according to the preceding section. Loosen the studs (55) and pull out the seal ring (31). Remove the rotating part of the mechanical seal which can be found in the shaft complement (26). Remove the seal cover (09) to pull out the seal at the same time as the mechanical seal (08). Finally, gently remove the stationary part of the seal, which has remained housed inside the seal cover.
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7.4.3. Change of drive Disassembly First proceed to the disassembly according to the preceding section. Remove the elastic pin (05) from the shaft complement (26). Remove the screws (52A) and the washers (53A) and pull out the drive (93). INSTALLATION Drill a hole in the drive shaft as shown in the figure below.
8. Technical Specifications 8.1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Range of operating temperatures ........... -10 ºC to +85ºC (14 ºF to +185 ºF) Noise level ................60-80 dB(A) Suction / discharge connections ..........DIN 11851 (standard) Use special protection if the noise level in the work area exceeds 85 dB(A). With mechanical variable speed drive With variable frequency drive Flow rate...
8.6. PARTS LIST KIBER KSF FOR WINE PUMP Item Description Quantity Material Body AISI 316L Flange support GG-15 Foot AISI 304 Mechanical seal Seal cover AISI 304 Rotor AISI 316L Stator Connecting rod AISI 316L Shaft complement AISI 316L Hollow bolt...
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Tel. +27 (0)11 794-5223 sales@inoxpa.com In addition to our branches, INOXPA has a network of independent distributors in over 50 countries worldwide. For further information, visit our website. www.inoxpa.com Information is for guidance only. We reserve the right to modify any material or characteristic without prior notice.
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