QM 0912-16-2001_en ♦ Performance curves On request : ♦ Spare parts list ♦ Magnetic drive data Richter TIS 0543-03-0001 ♦ Operating manual and declaration of conformity ♦ Nozzle forces Richter TIS 0541-02-0006 motor * ♦ Publication: "Centrifugal Pump Operation without ♦...
Series RMI Page 4 Tightening torques Type plate, dry-running, ATEX and housing markings Screws greased, tighten in diametrically opposite se- quence The stainless steel type plate is firmly riveted to the Housing screws 901/3 housing: If the operator attaches his identification, it must be Size No.
If the staff does not have the necessary expertise, they are to be trained and instructed. If necessary, this can be provided by the manufactur- Richter pumps of the series RMI are plastic-lined er/supplier on behalf of the machine operator. magnetic drive centrifugal pumps for the leak-free...
Series RMI Page 6 In connection with explosion protection, potential sources of ignition (overheating, electrostatic and in- Caution when using the units in potentially duced charges, mechanical and electric sparks) may explosive area! result from these inadmissible modes of operation; their occurrence can only be prevented by adhering to Prevent inadmissible modes of operation.
Series RMI Page 7 Special requirements for ex- The plant NPSH value (NPSHA) should be minimum 0.5 m higher than the NPSH value of the pump plosion protection (NPSHR) to prevent a lack of lubrication or dry- running of the plain bearings. If the units are used in potentially explosive areas, the 2.6.3 Chargeable liquids measures and notes in Sections 2.6.1 to 2.6.9 are...
Series RMI Page 8 Operation with closed shut-off elements in the 1) Grease lubrication : no restriction. Oil bath lubrication: suction and/or discharge lines is not permitted! standard design with shaft seal labyrinth seal (special design) There is a risk that even after a short time 2) The limit values specified for the temperature of the medium at high surface temperatures on the pump the pump inlet are determined for the most unfavourable case...
Series RMI Page 9 Transport, storage and disposal The pump or the unit must be transported If magnetic drives are stored as single properly. It must be ensured that during parts, the relevant notes in Section 7.5.2 transport the pump/unit remains in the are to be observed.
Series RMI Page 10 Product description The housing dimensions, nominal ratings and tech- The static tightness of the pump is guaranteed by nical requirements of the pump series RMI corre- the screw fittings of the bracket 344 and housing spond to ISO 2858 / DIN EN 22858 / ISO 15783 / DIN 100.
Series RMI Page 11 Installation Safety regulations Ensure that the unit cannot be started dur- ing work without the coupling guard. Equipment which is operated in potentially explosive areas must satisfy the explosion Piping protection regulations. People with a pacemaker are at risk from the Before the pump is installed, both, the suction and strong magnetic field of the magnetic drive.
Pipe fittings dient towards the pump. Otherwise, gas bubbles may form which considerably reduce the suction line cross The following pipe fittings are available from Richter section. Eccentric transition elements must be in- on request: stalled between different pipe diameters.
♦ Max. transmitted power availability of the unit. ♦ Spacing of the coupling halves Richter provides information on request and can sup- ♦ Maximum values for offset and ply: ♦ angular misalignment. ♦ Flow meters Should the pump housing and motor remain on the ♦...
Series RMI Page 14 Commissioning / Shutdown Initial commissioning The pump must not run dry during the check of the direction of rotation. Normally, the pumps have already been test-run with water. ♦ Check alignment of the coupling. Unless special agreements have been reached, there ♦...
Series RMI Page 15 Shutdown Pump is started up without medium : ♦ The plain bearings in the pump may be de- ♦ Close discharge valve down to the position "mini- stroyed. mum flow rate" ♦ Other pump components may be destroyed due ♦...
Series RMI Page 16 Maintenance Safety related screw connec- 7.2.2 Oil bath lubrication tions With an expected bearing temperature of about 70°C we recommend a mineral oil with the following char- After initial loading by the operating pressure and op- acteristics: erating temperature the tightening torques of all con- Viscosity index : approx.
Series RMI Page 17 Cleaning 7.5.2 Magnetic fields Caution ! Strong magnetic fields Care must be taken when cleaning the pump to Risk during dismantling and in the vicinity ensure that it is not exposed to a strong water jet. of magnetic drives as single parts.
Series RMI Page 18 ♦ Alternatively, the unit can be raised using a crane. ♦ lift off can 159 and can insert 158. As the shaft 222 is introduced tightly into the can insert 158, A thread is to be provided in the drive shaft to ac- commodate a crane plug for this purpose.
Series RMI Page 19 ♦ Remove bearing pedestal for the centering of the bracket . If necessary, use two levers. ♦ To overcome the axial magnetic forces, pull the bearing pedestal 330 with a firm jerk in the direc- tion of the motor. CAUTION! When pulling out the bearing pedestal, the axial magnetic forces (up to max.
Series RMI Page 20 7.8.2 Assembly of slide-in unit ♦ Insert the thrust ring 510/3 into the can insert 158. Make sure that the flushing grooves are di- ♦ Press the inner magnet assembly 859 onto the rected outwards. impeller 230. Pay attention to the correct alignment ♦...
Tightening torque group 1.3 = 55 Nm 1. in-house pump office ♦ Check whether the drive shaft can be easily 2. The manufacturer Richter turned. or its local agent ♦ Screw the threads for the jacking screw in the lan- The following conveying data can be checked using tern with the plug.
Series RMI Page 22 Malfunctions Faults may result from inadmissible modes Flow rate too high : of operation. Such inadmissible modes of ♦ Is the geodetic head too low? operation – even brief ones – may cause ♦ Are the pipe or nozzle resistances too low? serious damage to the unit.
Series RMI Page 26 Assembly aids 10.1 Boring templates Pump size Ident. No. Group 1 9217-89-1096 10.2 Pull-off device for plain bearing bushes Pump size Ident. No. Group 1.1 9428-81-1087 Group 1.2 9428-81-1085 Group 1.3 9428-81-1086 Product description If the plain bearing bushes have to be removed, we recommend the use of a special pull-off device. This auxiliary device is specifically designed for the sensitive silicon carbide components.
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Safety Information / Declaration of No Objection Concerning the Contamination of Richter-Pumps, -Valves and Components SCOPE AND PURPOSE Each entrepreneur (operator) carries the responsibility for the health and safety of his employees. This extends also to the personnel, who implements repairs with the operator or with the contractor.
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Contact person : Phone : Fax : End user : A. Details of Richter-product: Failure description: Classification: Article number: Serial number: B. Condition of the Richter-product: Contamination : □ □ □ □ Was it in operation ? toxic □ □...
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Waste Management Law (AbfG) and the Water Resources Act (WHG) An inspection/repair of Richter products and parts will only take place, if the attached explanation is filled out correctly and completely by authorized and qualified technical personnel and is available.
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