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- Page 1 FILE NO: 47.84EU DATE: July 26, 2013 SUPERSEDES: New DATE: INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Vertical multi-stage centrifugal pumps Series: VMS/VMSE/VMS(S)//VMSCF/VMSLHS Design Version B Page 1 of 40...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Manual Introduction 1.1 Preface ..............................3 1.2 Icons and symbols ............................ 3 2 Identification, service and technical support 2.1 Obtaining data and information VMS 02A, 04A, 06A, 10A, 15A and 85A ..........3 2.2 Obtaining data and information VMS 32A, 45A and 65A ................ 5 2.3 Seal codes .............................. - Page 3 10 Failures 10.1 Failure table ............................23 11 Annexes 11.1 Spare part kits ............................26 11.2 Technical specifications ......................... 36 11.3 Torques of coupling bolts - pos 914.01 ....................38 11.4 CE declaration of conformity ........................39 Page 3 of 40...
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Page 4: Manual Introduction
The following chapters exceeding the scope of this manual or in case of provide information about normal use, installation, damage please contact Armstrong's nearest customer maintenance and repairs of the product. The anexes service centre. - Page 5 1. Frame size in case without motor 2. At lower pressure a higher temperature is allowed (please consult your supplier) Address data for service and technical support: Armstrong Fluid Technology Wenlock Way, Manchester United Kingdom, M12 5JL Tel: +44 (0) 8444 145 145...
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Page 6: Obtaining Data And Information Vms 32A, 45A And 65A
If you need any additional information or instructions exceeding the scope of this manual or in Figure 5: Pump without motor case of damage please contact Armstrong's nearest customer service centre. duijvelaar pompen Armstrong pumps... -
Page 7: Seal Codes
Spring CrNiMo steel Other metal parts CrNiMo steel duijvelaar pompen 2.4 CURRENT Armstrong pumps 2.4.1 NOMINAL CURRENT VMS 02A, 04A, 06A, 10A, 15A, 85A I nom: Ser.Nr: The nominal allowable current of the motor is stated on the motor plate. This shows the nominal working... -
Page 8: Warranty
Armstrong does not accept any liability for dam- ATTENTION age and injury caused by not observing the direc- Make sure that the product operates tions and instructions in this manual. -
Page 9: Safety Precautions
Make sure that the coupling protection plates are never in contact with the running coupling. The products of Armstrong are designed to function Always close the terminal box on the pump. in an environmentally friendly way during their entire life. -
Page 10: Pump Introduction
5.0 PUMP INTRODUCTION 5.1 MODEL KEY Table 4: Model key Example VMSSF85A/3-1 B VMS S 85 /3 -1 B Label Product Label All wetted parts Stainless Steel 1.4301 / AISI 304 Cast Iron pump foot and top bracket hydr. 1.4301 / AISI 304 Material/Construction All wetted parts Stainless Steel 1.4301 / AISI 304 with closed coupled motor... -
Page 11: Measuring Draining And Venting
During centrifugal operation of the pump an negative 1. If the ambient temperature exceeds the above pressure is created at the inlet of the impeller. This value or the motor is located more than 1000 m under pressure enables the medium to enter the pump above sea level, the motor cooling is less effec- at the suction connection (A). -
Page 12: General
For this a motor with an adjusted power is used. Ask Armstrong or your distributor for advice. Any other or further use of the pump is not in conformity with its intended use. Armstrong does not accept any liability for any damage or injury that re- sults from this. -
Page 13: Working Range Vms 32A, 45A And 65A
E425” the max. temp. limit is 120°C. 50 Hz 60 Hz When pumping water, the max. allowable liquid Armstrong temp is 80°C. Higher temperatures are possible at lower pres- sure. For specific limits consult your supplier. The total of the supply pressure and no-load... -
Page 14: Explosion Safety
5.10 EXPLOSION SAFETY 5.10.3 COMMISSIONING (CHECK LIST) ATTENTION It is compulsory to check these points prior putting the This sub chapter contains fundamental infor- pump in operation. mation which has to be taken in consideration when installing the pump with ATEX permis- ... -
Page 15: Operation
5.11 OPERATION WARNING Pumps could tilt while lifting. Do not remove The liquid is sucked in through the pump inlet (A) on the lifting devices from the pump before the the supply side under minimum pressure. The pump pump is placed and mounted correctly. increases the pressure. -
Page 16: Installation Instructions
7.0 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Table 17: Allowable torque Armstrong VCF Force [N] 7.1 SETTING UP THE PUMPS Type [mm] ΣM ATTENTION VCF 2 B Make sure that the pump connections are not over-stressed at the inlet and outlet connec- VCF 4 B tions. -
Page 17: Mounting A Motor On The Pump
Armstrong motor. Before installing an least 1/4 of the diameter of the fan cover air other brand/standard IEC-norm motor, intake. Armstrong has to be consulted to verify 3. Install the pump with counter flanges. For the applicability. pumps with non-standardised connections, counter flanges are delivered separately. - Page 18 For pump series: VMS 32A, 45A, 65A ATTENTION For motors of 11 kW or higher, block the rotor [kW] Axial bearing [kW] Co-axial when adjustments are made to the coupling. This ensures that the rotor will not come out bearing of its bearings.
- Page 19 7.2.2 INSTALLING THE MOTOR ON PUMPS, ATTENTION SUPPLIED WITHOUT MOTOR, WITH A For motors of 11 kW or higher, block the rotor CARTRIDGE SEAL when adjustments are made to the coupling. This ensures that the rotor will not come out of its bearings.
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Page 20: Electrical Install
7.3 ELECTRICAL INSTALL ATTENTION Connect the motor according to table WARNING and always check the rotation direction. Only authorised personnel is allowed to make electrical connections to the motor. This is in accordance with the local regulations. Figure 20: Motor connections PTC connection STM 140 EK: Electrical connections: ... -
Page 21: Commissioning
7.4 COMMISSIONING 1. Remove the fill plug (B) from the top bracket. 2. Close the outlet shut-off valve. WARNING 3. Fill the pump housing to the maximum The pump must not be switched on when it is through the fill plug with the liquid that is to be not completely filled up. -
Page 22: Operation
8.0 OPERATION 8.1 OPERATION The pump is controlled externally and therefore does not need any operation guidance. Page 22 of 40... -
Page 23: Maintenance
Use a lithium based -30 °C / 160 °C bearing lubricant (about 15 grams). When the pump is delivered without a motor and fitted with an other brand or the standard motor is replaced by an other brand than Armstrong, please consult the maintenance instructions of the motor supplier. ATTENTION Also follow the instructions in §... -
Page 24: Failures
10.0 FAILURES 10.1 FAILURES TABLE WARNING Observe the general safety precautions before install, maintenance and repair. Problem Possible cause Possible solution Checkpoints Leakage along the shaft Running surfaces of the Replace the mechanical Check the pump for dirt - mechanical seal worn or seal. - Page 25 Problem Possible cause Possible solution Checkpoints Pump is vibrating or noisy Coupling mounted incorrectly Install the coupling in parallel Faulty setting of the Adjust the assembly hydraulic assembly according to the manual There is no water in the pump Fill and vent the pump Make sure there is sufficient No supply supply.
- Page 26 Problem Possible cause Possible solution Checkpoints Pump supplies insufficient Outlet and/or inlet shut-off Open both shut-off valves capacity and/or pressure valve is closed There is air in the pump Vent the pump The suction pressure is Increase the suction pressure insufficient Pump rotates in the wrong Change over L1 and L2 of...
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Page 27: Annexes
11.0 ANNEXES 11.1 SPARE PART KITS Spare part Kit Kit Nr Fan Hood Kit Fan hood (832) + Fan Impeller (831) Coupling Kit 4/6 x Nut (920.01) + 4/6 x hexagon socket head cap screw (914.01) + 2 x coupling shell (862) + coupling pin (560) Drain / air relief plug Kit Screwed plug (903.01) + joint ring (411.01) + screwed plug (903.02) + joint ring (411.02) - Page 28 11.1.1 PARTS LIST Number (ZN) Name Pump casing Stage casing Cover Diffuser Shaft Impeller Motor stool Gasket Joint ring O-ring Mechanical seal Seal cover Ring Intermediate ring Spacer sleeve 525.08 Spacer sleeve Bearing sleeve Washer Coupling guard Taper piece, flanged Flange Non-return valve Motor...
- Page 29 11.1.2 PARTS DRAWING MOTOR Page 29 of 40...
- Page 30 11.1.3 PARTS DRAWING VMSE 02A/04A/10A/14A Page 30 of 40...
- Page 31 11.1.4 PARTS DRAWING VMSF 32A/45A Page 31 of 40...
- Page 32 11.1.5 PARTS DRAWING VMSF 32A/45A WITH CARTRIDGE SEAL Page 32 of 40...
- Page 33 11.1.6 PARTS DRAWING VMSCF 32A/45A Page 33 of 40...
- Page 34 11.1.7 PARTS DRAWING VMSCF 32A/45A WITH CARTRIDGE SEAL Page 34 of 40...
- Page 35 11.1.8 PARTS DRAWING VMSF 65A Page 35 of 40...
- Page 36 11.1.9 PARTS DRAWING VMSCF 65A Page 36 of 40...
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Page 37: Technical Specifications
11.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ATTENTION The motor data are only applicable for standard motors delivered with the pump and are not applicable for explosion proof motors. ATTENTION * motors are equiped with a PTC. Table 22: Technical specifications of pumps with 2-pole, 1 phase, 50 Hz motors I max [A] P [kW] P [HP]... - Page 38 Table 24: Technical specifications of pumps with 4-pole, 3 phase, 50 Hz motors I max [A] η Max. n [min [kW] [HP] (A)] starts [h 220V 230V 240V 380V 400V 420V 660V 692V 725V 0.55 0.75 1450 0.75 1450...
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Page 39: Torques Of Coupling Bolts - Pos 914.01
Table 26: Technical specifications of pumps with 4-pole, 3 phase, 60 Hz motors I max [A] η Max. n [min [kW] [HP] (A)] starts [h 220V 240V 280V 380V 420V 480V 660V 725V 797V 0.55 0.75 1740 0.75 1740... -
Page 40: Ce Declaration Of Conformity
Toronto, Ontario United Kingdom, M12 5JL Canada, M1L 2P3 T: +44 (0) 8444 145 145 T: 416-755-2291 F: +44 (0) 8444 145 146 F: 416-759-9101 © S.A. Armstrong Limited 2013 For Armstrong locations worldwide, please visit www.armstrongfluidtechnology.com Page 40 of 40...