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Xylem GOULDS e-SVI Series Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual IM327 e-SVI series Immersible multistage pumps...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Introduction and Safety......................3 1.1 Introduction........................3 1.2 Safety terminology and symbols..................3 1.3 User safety........................4 1.4 Protecting the environment....................4 1.5 Spare parts........................5 2 Transportation and Storage....................6 2.1 Examine the delivery..................... 6 2.1.1 Examine the package.....................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents 5.4 Stop the unit........................ 21 6 Maintenance........................22 6.1 Precautions........................22 6.2 Maintenance intervals....................22 6.2.1 Periodic maintenance................... 22 6.2.2 Long periods of inactivity..................22 6.3 Replace the standard mechanical seal................22 6.4 Replace the cartridge mechanical seal................25 7 Troubleshooting......................... 30 7.1 Precautions........................30 7.2 The unit does not start....................30 7.3 The differential protection device has tripped..............30...

  • Page 5: Introduction And Safety

    This includes any modification to the equipment or use of parts not provided by Xylem. If there is a question regarding the intended use of the equipment, please contact a Xylem representative before proceeding.

  • Page 6: User Safety

    1 Introduction and Safety Hazard levels Hazard level Indication A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will DANGER: result in death or serious injury A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING: result in death or serious injury A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could CAUTION: result in minor or moderate injury Notices are used when there is a risk of equipment...

  • Page 7: Spare Parts

    1 Introduction and Safety Exceptional sites CAUTION: Radiation Hazard Do NOT send the product to Xylem if it has been exposed to nuclear radiation, unless Xylem has been informed and appropriate actions have been agreed upon. Recycling guidelines Always follow local laws and regulations regarding recycling.

  • Page 8: Transportation And Storage

    2 Transportation and Storage 2 Transportation and Storage 2.1 Examine the delivery 2.1.1 Examine the package 1. Examine the package for damaged or missing items upon delivery. 2. Record any damaged or missing items on the receipt and freight bill. 3.
  • Page 9 2 Transportation and Storage 2. Depending on the motor used: 1. For pumps that use a 56TC to 184TC motor frame: use the ropes to make a harness and secure it under the upper flange of the motor’s adapter or through the motor’s eye bolts or lifting brackets as shown in the next figures.

  • Page 10: Storage Guidelines

    2 Transportation and Storage 3. Fix the ropes to the crane. 4. Lift the crane and tension the ropes before lifting the pump assembly. 2.3 Storage guidelines Storage location The product must be stored in a covered and dry location free from heat, dirt, and vibrations. NOTICE: Protect the product against humidity, heat sources, and mechanical damage.

  • Page 11: Product Description

    3 Product Description 3 Product Description 3.1 General description The e-SVI pump is a non-self priming vertical immersible multistage pump coupled to a standard motor. It is available in several hydraulic sizes and can be built with a variable number of stages to cover a wide range of duty points. The e-SVI pump is configured to allow an additional number of blank stages so that the height of the immersed part can accommodate different suction depths.

  • Page 12: Major Components

    7. Maximum operating temperature 8. Pump serial number º MAX DO NOT OPERATE AT CLOSED DISCHARGE MANUFACTURED IN USA XYLEM INC. 1 GOULDS DR. AUBURN, NY USA www.xylem.com/goulds 3.4 Major components 1. Discharge head and motor adapter 2. Impeller 3. Diffuser 4.

  • Page 13: Installation

    4 Installation 4 Installation 4.1 Mechanical installation 4.1.1 Precautions Introduction and Before starting work, make sure that the safety instructions in the chapter Safety on page 3 have been read and understood. WARNING: All work must be performed by qualified personnel trained in the proper application, installation, and maintenance of the equipment.
  • Page 14 4 Installation Temperature characteristics of e-SVI 1, 3, 5, 10, Standard version for temperatures ranging from 15, 22 (G or N materials) -22°F to 194°F (-30°C to +90°C) Minimum nominal flow rate To prevent overheating of the internal pump components, make sure that a minimum water flow is always guaranteed when the pump is running.

  • Page 15: Assemble The Motor

    4 Installation Power supply requirements WARNING: Make sure that the supply voltages and frequencies are suited to the characteristics of the electric motor. This information is on the motor rating plate. Phase ±% 230/460 4.1.3 Assemble the motor 1. Remove the shaft shim. 1.
  • Page 16 4 Installation 4. Use the screws to attach the motor to the adapter. 5. Tighten the coupling screws. Torque specification on page 34 for the correct torque value. 6. Remove the impeller shim. e-SVI series Instruction Manual...

  • Page 17: Typical Pump Installation

    4 Installation 7. Install the coupling guards. 8. Tighten the coupling guard screws. Torque specification on page 34 for the correct torque value. 4.1.4 Typical pump installation 1. Return line 2. Tank 3. Air vent 4. Discharge pipe 5. Bulkheads 6.

  • Page 18: Dimensions Of The Mounting Flanges

    4 Installation 4.1.5 Dimensions of the mounting flanges Dimensions are in in (mm). Model 1, 3 and 5 SVI 5.51 (140) 6.30 (160) 7.09 (180) 19/64 10, 15 and 22 SVI 7.87 (200) 8.86 (225) 9.84 (250) 4.1.6 Permitted positions 4.1.7 Horizontal mounting Figure 2: For horizontal mounting position plug in the drainage opening as shown in...

  • Page 19: Tanks Under Pressure

    4 Installation Figure 2: Drainage opening Pumps with motors above 5 HP require extra support. 4.1.8 Tanks under pressure For applications where the tank is going to be under pressure install the plug in the drainage Figure 2: Drainage opening opening as shown in on page 17.

  • Page 20: Connect The Piping

    4 Installation 3. Remove all the welding residue, deposits, and impurities from the tank. 4. Insert the unit in the hole. 5. Check that the minimum distance from the bottom of the tank is maintained. 6. Secure the unit with bolts. 4.1.11 Connect the piping 1.

  • Page 21: Requirements

    4 Installation If necessary, a grounded metal conduit must be used. DANGER: Electrical Hazard All electrical equipment must be grounded (earthed). Test the ground (earth) lead to verify that it is connected correctly and that the path to ground is continuous. WARNING: Electrical Hazard If the power cable is jerked loose, then the ground (earth) conductor must be the last conductor to come loose from its terminal.

  • Page 22: Operation

    5 Operation 5 Operation 5.1 Operation precautions Introduction and Before starting work, make sure that the safety instructions in the chapter Safety on page 3 have been read and understood. DANGER: Never operate a pump without a properly installed coupling guard. Personal injury will occur if you run the pump without a coupling guard.

  • Page 23: Final Operation

    5 Operation 4. If the rotation direction of motor is incorrect, follow these steps. a) Stop the unit. b) Disconnect the power supply. c) Invert two of the three wires of the power supply cord. 5.2.3 Final operation 1. If installed, close the relief valve. 2.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    6 Maintenance 6 Maintenance 6.1 Precautions Introduction and Before starting work, make sure that the safety instructions in the chapter Safety on page 3 have been read and understood. Electrical Hazard: Disconnect and lock out electrical power before installing or servicing the unit. WARNING: •...
  • Page 25 6 Maintenance 3. Remove the 3 motor hex cap screws (inner screws) on the seal housing and lift the seal housing (3a). To ease the removal of the seal housing mount two of the screws removed in the previous step in the two threaded holes of the seal housing (simultaneously or alternating 2-3 turns at a time for each of them) (3b).
  • Page 26 6 Maintenance 6. Lubricate the elastomer bellow located in the ID of the rotary unit of the mechanical seal replacement with a lubricant compatible with the seal elastomers. Carefully slide the rotary unit of the mechanical seal down the shaft. 7.

  • Page 27: Replace The Cartridge Mechanical Seal

    6 Maintenance 9. Rotate the coupling by hand to insure that the pump and motor rotate freely. Reinstall the coupling guard. 6.4 Replace the cartridge mechanical seal 1. Turn off the pump, close all necessary discharge valves to isolate the pump from the system and make sure that the pump is not under pressure.
  • Page 28 6 Maintenance 4. Loosen the 3 set screws used to secure the cartridge seal on the shaft (4a). Remove the 3 motor hex cap screws (inner screws) on the cartridge (4b). To ease the removal of the cartridge seal housing lubricate the shaft lightly with a water-based lubricant (e.g. P-80 lubricants) and mount two of the screws removed in the previous step in the two threaded holes of the seal housing (simultaneously or alternating 2-3 turns at a time for each of them) (4c and 4d).
  • Page 29 6 Maintenance Torque 6. Install the motor (6a) and tighten the 4 screws (6b) to the values specified in specification on page 34. 7. Reinstall the coupling pin (7a) and install the coupling halves (7b). Tighten the 4 coupling bolts by hand (7c). Locate the spacer supplied in between the coupling and the cartridge flange (7d).
  • Page 30 6 Maintenance 8. Rotate the coupling by hand to insure that the pump and motor rotate freely. Reinstall the coupling guard. e-SVI series Instruction Manual...
  • Page 31 6 Maintenance Additional service All additional unit service or maintenance, not addressed in this manual, should be performed at a qualified service location. Contact your local dealer or Goulds Water Technology distributor for assistance. e-SVI series Instruction Manual...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    7 Troubleshooting 7 Troubleshooting 7.1 Precautions Introduction and Before starting work, make sure that the safety instructions in the chapter Safety on page 3 have been read and understood. DANGER: Electrical Hazard Troubleshooting a live control panel exposes personnel to hazardous voltages. Electrical troubleshooting must be done by a qualified electrician.

  • Page 33: The Motor Protector On The Control Panel Trips

    7 Troubleshooting Cause Remedy If available, the frequency converter is wrongly See the frequency converter manual. calibrated Unit is defective Contact the local sales and service representative. 7.5 The motor protector on the control panel trips Cause Remedy The motor is calibrated at a value too low in relation Recalibrate to the rated current of the motor.

  • Page 34: The Unit Turns In The Opposite Direction

    7 Troubleshooting Cause Remedy The presence of air in the unit 1. Bleed the unit. 2. Check the suction conditions. 3. Increase the liquid level inside the tank. 4. Remove the foam. 5. Remove any turbulences in the suction area. The check valve is blocked or partially clogged.

  • Page 35: The Unit Produces Excessive Noise Or Vibration

    7 Troubleshooting Cause Remedy The unit runs but there is little or no flow rate. See Little or no hydraulic performance on page 31. 7.11 The unit produces excessive noise or vibration Cause Remedy Plant resonance Check the installation of the unit. Unwanted materials in the unit Remove the unwanted materials.

  • Page 36: Technical Specification

    8 Technical Specification 8 Technical Specification 8.1 Environmental requirements Feature Value Operating environment Non-aggressive and nonexplosive atmosphere Operating temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) Relative humidity < 50% at 104°F (40°C) 8.2 Torque specification Coupling bolt Motor screw Adapter flange 1–5SVI 10–22SVI 0.75–7.5 hp...

  • Page 37: Product Warranty

    9 Product Warranty 9 Product Warranty Commercial warranty Warranty. For goods sold to commercial buyers, Seller warrants the goods sold to Buyer hereunder (with the exception of membranes, seals, gaskets, elastomer materials, coatings and other "wear parts" or consumables all of which are not warranted except as otherwise provided in the quotation or sales form) will be (i) be built in accordance with the specifications referred to in the quotation or sales form, if such specifications are expressly made a part of this Agreement, and (ii) free from defects in material and workmanship for a...
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