KINNEY KT300 Operator's Manual
Single-stage, triplex rotary piston pump
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- Page 1 Kinney ® Single-Stage, Triplex Rotary Piston Pump Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000 WARNING: Do Not Operate Before Reading Manual KT™ SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL Models KT150 KT300 KT500 KT850 800.825.6937 | www.kinneyvacuum.com Original Instructions...
- Page 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form by any means - graphic, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, taping or information storage and retrieval systems - without the written permission of Kinney ® Product information and specifications subject to change.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction .................. 1 Applicable Documentation ..............1 Scope of Manual ................... 1 Conventions and Data Plate ............2 Graphic Conventions in this Manual ............. 2 Data Plate ....................3 Lifting .................... 5 Description ................... 6 Principle of Operation ................ - Page 4 Table of Contents Installing the Vibramounts ............11 Piping Connections ................12 Main Piping ................12 Hazards Associated With Hazardous Process Fluids ....14 Cooling Water ................14 Vacuum Gauges ................. 16 Operation ..................17 General ....................17 Electrical Connections ............. 17 Pre-start Checks .................
- Page 5 Table of Contents Repair Instructions ..............26 General ....................26 Discharge Valves ..............26 Shaft Seal Assembly ................27 V-Belt Drive ..................28 Disassembly ..................29 Assembly .................... 30 Troubleshooting ................. 32 KT Series Part Number Designations ..........34 Parts List ..................36 Pump Assembly –...
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Page 7: Introduction
SCOPE OF MANUAL Kinney KT vacuum pumps are built to exacting standards and, if properly installed and maintained, The scope of this manual includes the KT Series will provide many years of reliable service. Read rotary piston pumps. -
Page 8: Conventions And Data Plate
CONVENTIONS AND DATA PLATE GRAPHIC CONVENTIONS IN THIS OTE: Indicates a procedure, practice, or condition that should be followed in MANUAL order for the equipment to function in the manner intended. This manual is the result of a risk assessment CAUTION according to the applicable documents referenced in Applicable Documentation on page 1. -
Page 9: Data Plate
Conventions and Data Plate DATA PLATE MAWP YEAR MAX RPM 4840 West Kearney Street Springfield, Missouri USA 65803 READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION OR BODILY HARM MAY RESULT WARNING WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Do not operate without Hearing protection Do not touch hot Keep body &... - Page 10 Maximum RPM at which the pump can be operated This manual describes instructions and precautions to be observed in the handling and maintenance of Kinney® KT™ Single-Stage, Triplex Rotary Piston Vacuum Pumps. It is strongly recommended that those who operate or maintain the pump read this manual carefully prior to pump operation, to ensure personal safety and pump life.
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Page 11: Lifting
LIFTING WARNING The vacuum pump must be handled using an appropriate device such as a fork truck or appropriate lifting device. See Table 4-1 on page 7 for approximate weights. Care should be taken to assure pump does not over-turn during handling and installation. CAUTION DO NOT LIFT THE VACUUM PUMP BY THE MOTOR. -
Page 12: Description
The cams are positioned on the shaft so they dynamically balance moving parts. This balancing technique applied to the Rotary Piston Principle, developed by Kinney, virtually eliminates vibration. Figure 4-1 – General Operation Principle shows a cross section of the pump with the pistons being driven by the cams and revolving within the cylinder. -
Page 13: Specifications
Description Figure 4-2 – Triplex Arrangement SPECIFICATIONS UNIT KT-150 KT-300 KT-500 KT-850 Nominal Displacement cfm (m 150 (255) 300 (510) 490 (840) 780 (1325) Motor Power Rotation Speed 1055 10/8.5 15/12.5 28/25 Oil Capacity (Total/Refill U.S. gal (L) 6/5 (23/19) (38/32) (57/47) (106/95) -
Page 14: Materials Of Construction
Description MATERIALS OF CONSTRUCTION HOUSINGS AND CYLINDER: Cast iron PISTONS, CAMS, SLIDE PINS: Cast iron SHAFT: AISI 1144 Stress-proof SHAFT SEALS: Cast iron/Carbon/Viton ® BALLAST/CHECK VALVE: Brass/bronze Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000... -
Page 15: Installation
INSTALLATION GENERAL 7. For pumps that have been in service, contact the factory for complete instructions. KT pumps should always be operated with the pump in a vertical and level position. KT pumps Safety should never be installed in a horizontal or angled position. -
Page 16: Lubrication
LUBRICATION The KINNEY KT Pump is lubricated by a These pumps do not have a bypass valve on pressurized oil system. A positive displacement the oil pump and pressure may exceed 150 pump generates oil pressure. -
Page 17: Hazards Associated With Breakdown Or Ignition Of Lubrication
KT pumps are supplied with vibramounts, which enable them to run quietly and vibration-free. Use oil recommended by Kinney and see the The pump can be operated on any floor that will specifications for the quantity of oil required to fil support its weight. -
Page 18: Piping Connections
Carefully set the pump down squarely on the mounts when installing the pump in operating position. Proper standard inlet manifolding is available from Kinney as a factory-installed or aftermarket If the KT pump was supplied as a part of a system, accessory. - Page 19 Installation In all cases, the inlet manifolding should include Recommended vent valve sizes: a 90° flanged elbow vertically oriented upward to KT-150 = 0.75 inch KT-300 = 1.0 inch retain pump oil at low pressures, an isolation valve, KT-500 = 1.5 inches KT-850 = 2.0 inches a flex connecto , and a vent valve.
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Page 20: Hazards Associated With Hazardous Process Fluids
Installation Hazards Associated With Hazardous DISCHARGE Process Fluids MIST ELIMINATOR DANGER It shall be the responsibility of the installer to ensure that RETURN piping is adequate, sealing LINE between pipe joints is adequate for the process fluids and BALLAST ASSEMBLY proper process and pressure protection devices are in place. - Page 21 Installation OTE: Water inlet and outlet are on the opposite side on the KT-150. Failure to ensure that the cooling water jacket is filled before starting the pump will result in localized over-heating of the pump and cause extensive damage. NIPPLE For installations requiring starting at ambient REDUCING...
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Page 22: Vacuum Gauges
Installation 1. HEATERS 7. OPTIONAL TEMPERATURE SWITCH 2. FOR 460 VOLTS INSTALLED IN SEPARATOR HOUSING 3. FOR 230 VOLTS 8. INSTALL (1) HEATER INTO ¾ NPT TAP 4. SWITCH FAR SIDE (½ NPT ON KT150, 300) 5. INPUT (FUSE PROTECTED) 9. -
Page 23: Operation
Do not block or restrict the flow of gas from accessory components, along with schematic the pump discharge. Back pressure within the wiring diagrams and wiring instructions, are pump could cause severe damage. available separately from Kinney. Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000... -
Page 24: Pre-Start Checks
Operation PRE-START CHECKS CAUTION Before starting the pump, check the following Do not touch hot surfaces. items: Discharge gas based on operating conditions can be elevated. 1. The installation has been made in accordance with Installation on page 9. 2. The pump has been filled with oil and PUMP WARM-UP the cylinder has been filled with wate , in accordance with Installation on page 9. -
Page 25: Pump Shutdown
140°F – this is normal. If gauge needle is in the red after the oil warms to Use of the gas ballast valve enables Kinney pumps 140°F, replace the filte . to handle small to moderate amounts of water and other vapors in the suction gas stream. -
Page 26: Stalling
(while turning by hand). See Disassembly not being done, such as overnight. on page 29 for information on inspecting the inside of the pump. Kinney is able to clean and Use the gas ballast valve as follows: recondition KT pumps through its factory repair 1. -
Page 27: Checking Pump Performance
Operation Checking Pump Performance Isolate each segment by valves or blank-off plate at convenient locations. Pump down each segment If the processing time or the ultimate pressure of the process equipment individually, starting at becomes poor with no recent changes in the the segment closest to the vacuum pump. - Page 28 Operation 4. If leak checking fails, disassemble and remake all demountable joints and connections using new gaskets and vacuum sealing compound, such as Loctite 515. Temporary gaskets may be fabricated from plastic sealing compound, but these should not be made too thick, since the material may be squeezed into the equipment.
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Page 29: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE GENERAL CAUTION During normal operation, the temperature in the The electrical service must be isolated and pump will increase in homogeneous manner as a de-energized prior to maintenance. Apply result of compression work done on the process appropriate procedures to assure electrical gas or vapor. -
Page 30: Changing The Oil
Maintenance or liquid contaminants. Clean y-strainer after oil • Viscosity changes more than 100 SSU @ 100°F pump (KT-500 and KT-850) at least at every oil and (38°C) filter (if so equipped) change • Oil color becomes opaque Changing the Oil •... -
Page 31: Recommended Oil
With proper care, Kinney vacuum pumps and Data Sheet to be completed and forwarded systems will provide years of reliable service. to Kinney on any unit being returned for any Should adjustments or parts replacement reason which has been handling or involved eventually be needed, these can often be with hazardous gases or materials. -
Page 32: Repair Instructions
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL Discharge Valves If the cause of poor pump vacuum is not due to leaks or oil contamination, the next step is to DANGER inspect the discharge valves (see Figure 8-1). The discharge valves are located at the exhaust The pump and parts may port of each chamber. -
Page 33: Shaft Seal Assembly
Repair Instructions or lower valve spring has not warped (dish ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE ASSEMBLY shape) as they must be flat for full contact. If NOTE: Individual components are not sold separately; discharge valves are sold as an a more careful inspection is required, remove assembly only. -
Page 34: V-Belt Drive
Repair Instructions V-BELT DRIVE BALL BEARING Before attempting to tension the V-belt drive, it is MECHANICAL SHAFT SEAL imperative that the sheaves be properly aligned. V-belts should be replaced and the sheaves should be positioned so as to allow the belt to be placed in SHAFT SEAL BACK-UP RING the grooves without rolling them onto the sheaves. -
Page 35: Disassembly
Repair Instructions 4. The belts should not slip if they are correctly 9. Remove the discharge valves. If valves are adjusted and the correct starting procedure disassembled, be sure to understand the is used. A screeching noise at start-up may procedure for proper reassembly. -
Page 36: Assembly
Repair Instructions ASSEMBLY (10 N-m), as damage to the cylinder may result. Remove the two pieces of shim stock. Thoroughly clean all parts and remove harmful rough or sharp areas before assembling. Do not use solvents such as kerosene or carbon Lock screws in the removable wall should not tetrachloride for cleaning unless facilities are be reused. - Page 37 Repair Instructions 17. Press the stationary part of the shaft seal in the bearing housing. Install the bearing on the shaft and into the housing, and replace the lock nut on the shaft. 18. Install the discharge valves. Replace the valve deck cover and air/oil baffle assembl .
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Although Kinney vacuum pumps are well-designed and manufactured, problems may occur due to normal wear and the need for readjustment. The following chart lists symptoms that may occur along with probable causes and remedies. SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDIES Process equipment Clean equipment with acetone, alcohol, or other. - Page 39 Pump too cold See General on page 17. Install water jacket heaters. Foreign particles in pump Disassemble pump and clean. Inlet or outlet connectors not Use Kinney flexible connectors ® flexibl Pump vibrates Vibration mounts incorrect Check to ensure that vibration mounts are installed or not positioned properly correctly.
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Page 40: Kt Series Part Number Designations
Troubleshooting KT SERIES PART NUMBER DESIGNATIONS EXAMPLE: MODEL KT300D-M4A0 POSITION #: – POSITIONS 1–5: PUMP MODEL NUMBER POSITION 6: PUMP REVISION LEVEL POSITION 8: SCOPE OF SUPPLY Pump Complete Less Motor Pump Complete POSITION 9: ENCLOSURE RATING NEMA 4 NEMA 7 POSITION 10: POWER SUPPLY OPTIONS VOLTAGE... - Page 41 Troubleshooting NOTES Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000...
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Page 42: Parts List
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings PUMP ASSEMBLY – KT-150, KT-300, KT-500, KT-850 13 30 GRAY WHITE SUCTION GRAY BLACK DRIVE KT-850 VIBRATION MOUNT LOCATION Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000... -
Page 43: Pump Parts List - Kt-150, Kt-300, Kt-500, Kt-850
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings PUMP PARTS LIST – KT-150, KT-300, KT-500, KT-850 ITEM NO. PART DESCRIPTION KT-150 KT-300 KT-500 KT-850 Pump Motor Belt Guard Motor Sheave QD Bushing Pump Sheave QD Bushing V-Belt Spacer – Belt Guard Standoff Vibration Mounts Vibration Mounts –... -
Page 44: Pump Assembly - Kt-150C, Kt-300D, Kt-500D, Kt-850D
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings PUMP ASSEMBLY – KT-150C, KT-300D, KT-500D, KT-850D 14 15 37 36 27 17 34 12 11 15 14 2 80 54 55 Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000... -
Page 45: Pump Parts List - Kt-150C, Kt-300D, Kt-500D, Kt-850D
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings PUMP PARTS LIST – KT-150C, KT-300D, KT-500D, KT-850D ITEM NO. PART DESCRIPTION KT-150C KT-300D KT-500D KT-850D Cylinder Head Head, Open End Head, Closed End Housing, Oil Pump Housing, Bearing and Shaft Seal Separator Housing Cover, Separator Housing Valve Deck Cover Top Plate Bottom Plate... - Page 46 Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings ITEM NO. PART DESCRIPTION KT-150C KT-300D KT-500D KT-850D Gasket, Cylinder/Separator Housing Gasket, Separator Housing Cover Gasket, Top Plate* Gasket, Bottom Plate – O-Ring, Housing O-Ring, Oil Pump – Pipe Plug, Square Head Pipe Plug, Hex Socket Eyebolt Nipple Elbow...
- Page 47 Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings ITEM NO. PART DESCRIPTION KT-150C KT-300D KT-500D KT-850D Hex Head Cap Screw Hex Head Cap Screw Hex Head Cap Screw Hex Head Cap Screw Socket Head Cap Screw Socket Head Cap Screw Dowel Pin Pipe Plug, Hex Socket Pipe Plug, Square Head Steel Tubing –...
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Page 48: Filter System Kit Parts List - Kt-150C
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings KT150 FILTER SYSTEM FILTER SYSTEM KIT PARTS LIST – KT-150C ITEM PART DESCRIPTION Nipple * 20,21 Female Elbow * 15,16 Steel Tubing Male Connector * Nipple, Steel * Tee * Hex Head Bushing * Pressure Gauge Nipple * Valve Spring Check Male Elbow *... -
Page 49: Filter System Kit Parts List - Kt-150C
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings FILTER SYSTEM KIT PARTS LIST – KT-300D KT300 FILTER SYSTEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION Nipple * Female Elbow * Steel Tubing 20,21 Male Connector * Nipple, Steel * 15,16 Tee * Hex Head Bushing * Pressure Gauge... -
Page 50: Filter System Kit Parts List - Kt-150C
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings FILTER SYSTEM KIT PARTS LIST – KT-500D KT500 FILTER SYSTEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION Nipple * Elbow * Male Elbow * Steel Tubing 25,26 Male Connector * 20,21 Hex Head Bushing * Hex Head Bushing * Nipple * Y-Strainer * Nipple *... -
Page 51: Filter System Kit Parts List - Kt-150C
Parts Lists and Assembly Drawings FILTER SYSTEM KIT PARTS LIST – KT-850D KT500 FILTER SYSTEM ITEM PART DESCRIPTION Nipple * Elbow * Male Elbow * Steel Tubing Male Connector * 25,26 Hex Head Bushing * Hex Head Bushing * Nipple * 20,21 Y-Strainer * Nipple *... -
Page 52: Warranty - Vacuum Products
WARRANTY – VACUUM PRODUCTS Subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth and set forth in General Terms of Sale, Kinney (the Seller) warrants products and parts of its manufacture, when shipped, and its work (including installation and start-up) when performed, will be of good quality and will be free from defects in material and workmanship. -
Page 53: Operating Data Form / Product Registration
NOTES: IMPORTANT All vacuum boosters and vacuum pumps manufactured by Kinney are date coded at time of shipment. In order to assure you of the full benefits of the product warranty, please complete, tear out and return the product registration card. You may also register your product online at www.kinneyvacuum.com or contact... - Page 54 For Service & Repair, Technical Support, or Product Sales contact: Kinney 4840 West Kearney Street Springfield, Missouri USA 65803-8702 O 417.865.8715 800.825.6937 F 417.865.2950 Manual 1843 Rev C p/n 001843 0000 www.kinneyvacuum.com 04/21...
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