BOMBAS IDEAL RNI Series Use And Maintenance Instructions page 31

Bombas Ideal, S.A.
12.5.- Replacing the rubber flectors of the elastic coupling.
The following sequence should be followed to replace the rubber flectors;
1. Remove the protection.
2. Dismantle the motor from the base plate as described in 11.- Assembly and dismantling.
3. Move the motor backwards until the two coupling halves become disengaged.
4. Change the worn rubber flectors.
5. Put the assembly together again taking into account the points stated in 8.3.- Aligning the Set, and
check this alignment after a short period of time.
Do not start the set without having fitted all the guards for the moving parts, to guarantee
the safety requirements.
12.6-Routine maintenance chart
Preventive maintenance schedule includes all periodical checks to be carried out to reduce
possibilities of failure or breakdown to the minimum.
EVERY WEEK
EVERY MONTH
EVERY 3 MONTHS
EVERY 6 MONTHS
EVERY YEAR
12.7-Overhauling
The pump will be due for overhaul after about 5000 working hours. This work should be done by skilled
personnel. Please refer to the cross sectional drawing and chapter 11 of this manual for learning on
dismantling and reassembling the pump.
12.8.- Spares.
To order spares, the following data is required apart from the quantity needed:
Identification of the pump model as well as its manufacturing number. This data is given on
the characteristics plate located on the bearing support as stated in section 3 3.-
Identification.
Denomination of the part and reference number according to the corresponding sections
included in this manual.
The responsibility of the manufacturer and the guarantee will maintain their validity only when original
spares from Bombas Ideal are used in any repair work.
Visually check for leaks
Check for vibration.
Adjust gland as necessary to maintain slight leakage.
Hand test bearing housing for any sign of temperature.
Voltage and current.
Check bearing temperature with thermometer.
Check grease lubricated bearings for saponification.
Check the packing and replace if necessary.
Check shaft or shaft sleeve for scoring.
Check alignment of pump and motor.
Check holding down bolts for tightness.
Check coupling rubber bushes.
Check rotating elements for wear.
Check wear ring clearances.
Clean and regrease bearings.
Measure total dynamic suction and discharge head.
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