Putting Into Operation; Gear Pump Without Self-Priming Unit - Bauer Magnum SM 540 Operating Manual

4 PUTTING INTO OPERATION

4.1 Gear pump without self-priming unit

WARNING!
Position the pump as close to the pumped medium as it is safe to do so.
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Check oil level in the gearbox and in the oil reservoir before every start!
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Couple the suction line with the pump's suction connection
and close the foot valve.
Always use the shortest possible suction pipe
Check that all connections are air-tight and that the
suction hose is in good condition
Always ensure the pumped medium is homogeneous –
DO NOT OVER MIX! Air in the slurry affects performance
& can cause serious pump damage by cavitation.
Difficult suction conditions can seriously affect the
performance of the pump and lead to cavitation
Operating manual for BAUER gear pump