Contents Contents General.............................. 5 Principles ................................ 5 Target group.............................. 5 Other applicable documents.......................... 5 Symbols ................................ 5 Key to safety symbols/markings........................ 6 Safety .............................. 7 General................................ 7 Intended use .............................. 7 Personnel qualification and training....................... 7 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual ............ 7 Safety awareness .............................. 8 Safety information for the user/operator ....................... 8 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and installation .............. 8 Unauthorised modes of operation ........................ 8...
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Contents Trouble-shooting.......................... 33 Related Documents .......................... 34 General assembly drawings with list of components................... 34 9.1.1 Cartridge seal C022/025M1-4STQ...................... 34 9.1.2 Cartridge seal C033/033M1-4STQ...................... 35 9.1.3 Cartridge seal C033/055M1-4STQ...................... 36 9.1.4 Cartridge seal C055/065M1-4STQT.................... 37 9.1.5 Cartridge seal C055/065M1-4STQ...................... 38 9.1.6 Cartridge seal C120/120M1-4STQ...................... 39 9.1.7 Cartridge seal C150/160M1-4STQ...................... 40 9.1.8 Cartridge seal C190/190M1-4STQ...................... 41 Certificate of Decontamination......................
1 General 1.5 Key to safety symbols/markings Table 3: Definition of safety symbols/markings Symbol Description DANGER DANGER This signal word indicates a high-risk hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING WARNING This signal word indicates a medium-risk hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
2 Safety 2 Safety All the information contained in this section refers to hazardous situations. DANGER In addition to the present general safety information the action-related safety information given in the other sections must be observed. 2.1 General ▪ This operating manual contains general installation, operating and maintenance instructions that must be observed to ensure safe operation of the system and prevent personal injury and damage to property.
2 Safety 2.5 Safety awareness In addition to the safety information contained in this operating manual and the intended use, the following safety regulations shall be complied with: ▪ Accident prevention, health regulations and safety regulations ▪ Explosion protection regulations ▪...
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 mechanical seal. Always indicate any safety measures and decontamination measures taken. NOTE If required, a blank certificate of decontamination can be downloaded from the following web site: www.ksb.com/certificate_of_decontamination 4STQ 10 of 44...
3 Transport/Storage/Disposal 3.5 Disposal WARNING Fluids handled, consumables and supplies which are hot and/or pose a health hazard Hazard to persons and the environment! ▷ Collect and properly dispose of flushing fluid and any fluid residues. ▷ Wear safety clothing and a protective mask if required. ▷...
4 Description 4 Description 4.1 General description ▪ KSB mechanical seal Mechanical seal for installation in pump sets and other rotating machinery in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 4.2 Designation Example: C120/120M1-4STQ Table 4: Designation key Code Description Design Cartridge seal...
Design Mechanical seal for installation in pump sets and other rotating machinery in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. KSB’s mechanical seal 4STQ is a cartridge seal that has been especially developed for use in pumps of the Sewatec, Sewabloc and Amarex KRT type series. KSB’s mechanical seal 4STQ can only be operated with a non-pressurised buffer fluid.
5 Installation/Dismantling 5 Installation/Dismantling NOTE Priority shall be given to the installation instructions and/or installation sequence in the documents of the pump set into which this mechanical seal is to be installed. This also applies to the dismantling instructions and/or dismantling sequence. 5.1 Permissible aids CAUTION Impermissible cleaning agents...
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5 Installation/Dismantling ▪ The mechanical seal is in proper condition and complete. ▪ The elastomers are free from any contamination, cracks, softening, hardening, stickiness and discolouration. ▪ The mechanical seal has been placed down on a clean and level surface. 4STQ 15 of 44...
5 Installation/Dismantling 5.3 Installing the mechanical seal 5.3.1 Installing the C022/025M1-4STQ and C033/033M1-4STQ double cartridge seals CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump! ▷ Never use grease or other permanent lubricants for fitting the torque- transmitting elements of a mechanical seal.
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5 Installation/Dismantling Fig. 3: Reference dimension "K” from shaft end to mechanical seal 4. Fit mechanical seal 433 using mounting device 101-47. Check the mechanical seal position against reference dimension "K" (see table: Reference dimension "K") and correct the installation position if required. 5.
5 Installation/Dismantling 5.3.2 Installing the C033/055M1-4STQ double cartridge seal WARNING Components with sharp edges Risk of cutting or shearing injuries! ▷ Always use appropriate caution for installation and dismantling work. ▷ Wear work gloves. CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump! ▷...
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5 Installation/Dismantling Fig. 5: Marking the shaft end 5. Mark the front face of shaft end A. To do so extend the central position of ring opening B in the axial direction. Fig. 6: Marking the mechanical seal 6. Mark the front face of mechanical seal A. To do so extend the position of the anti-rotation pin B in the axial direction.
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5 Installation/Dismantling 8. Place the mechanical seal on the shaft. Guide it as far into the discharge cover as possible. Verify that the markings A are aligned with each other. Fig. 8: Mounting device C Fig. 9: Reference dimension "K” from shaft end to mechanical seal 9.
5 Installation/Dismantling 10. Fit circlip 932 in the groove of discharge cover 163. Make sure it is correctly seated. 11. Slide O-ring 412 over the shaft until it abuts against the mechanical seal. 5.3.3 Installing the double cartridge seal C055/065M1-4STQT CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump!
5 Installation/Dismantling 5.3.4 Installing the double cartridge seal C055/065M1-4STQ CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump! ▷ Never use grease or other permanent lubricants for fitting the torque- transmitting elements of a mechanical seal. ▷...
5 Installation/Dismantling 5.3.5 Installing the double cartridge seal C120/120M1-4STQ CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump! ▷ Never use grease or other permanent lubricants for fitting the torque- transmitting elements of a mechanical seal. ▷...
5 Installation/Dismantling 5.3.6 Installing the double cartridge seal C150/160M1-4STQ CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump! ▷ Never use grease or other permanent lubricants for fitting the torque- transmitting elements of a mechanical seal. ▷...
5 Installation/Dismantling 5.3.7 Installing the double cartridge seal C190/190M1-4STQ CAUTION Use of grease or other permanent lubricants Torque transmission impeded / overheating of and damage to the pump! ▷ Never use grease or other permanent lubricants for fitting the torque- transmitting elements of a mechanical seal. ▷...
4. Clean the pump components in the area of the mechanical seal, pump shaft 210, discharge cover 163 and bearing bracket 330. Check for any damage. Further dismantling of the mechanical seal is carried out at KSB. 5.4.3 Removing the C055/065M1-4STQT double cartridge seal The rules of sound engineering practice and the pump manufacturer's general provisions apply.
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6. Clean the pump components in the area of the mechanical seal, pump shaft 210, discharge cover 163 and bearing bracket 330. Check for any damage. Further dismantling of the mechanical seal is carried out at KSB. 4STQ 27 of 44...
5. Clean the pump components in the area of the mechanical seal, pump shaft 210, discharge cover 163 and bearing bracket 330. Check for any damage. Further dismantling of the mechanical seal is carried out at KSB. 5.4.5 Removing the C120/120M1-4STQ double cartridge seal The rules of sound engineering practice and the pump manufacturer's general provisions apply.
7. Clean the pump components in the area of the mechanical seal, pump shaft 210, discharge cover 163 and bearing bracket 330. Check for any damage. Further dismantling of the mechanical seal is carried out at KSB. 5.4.7 Removing the C190/190M1-4STQ double cartridge seal The rules of sound engineering practice and the pump manufacturer's general provisions apply.
NOTE If a reduction in leakage cannot be observed or if other failures occur, the mechanical seal must be shut down, removed from the system and sent to KSB for inspection. 4STQ...
6 Operation NOTE Any leakage must be drained off in a controlled way and safely disposed of. Components which may come into contact with the seal leakage must either be corrosion-resistant or must be adequately protected. ▪ For physical and technical reasons a mechanical seal cannot be leak-free. ▪...
▪ When a system maintenance inspection or pump maintenance inspection is conducted, the mechanical seal should also be inspected. The seal faces should be reworked and all elastomer joint rings and springs should be replaced by new ones. KSB is available for inspecting the mechanical seal. 4STQ 32 of 44...
NOTE Prior to conducting any work on the mechanical seal during the warranty period contact the manufacturer. KSB Service will be pleased to help you. Non-compliance with this instruction will lead to forfeiture of any and all rights to claims for damages.
9 Related Documents 9 Related Documents 9.1 General assembly drawings with list of components 9.1.1 Cartridge seal C022/025M1-4STQ 412.53 412.56 412.52 412.59 412.55 477.52 477.55 412.57 412.58 562.53 475.53 50-3.52 474.55 411.56 472.52 474.52 932.59 472.55 562.55 Fig. 15: Sectional drawing Table 7: List of components Part No.