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ISO PRO Centrifugal Pump
Section 4..................................................................Transport and Storage
3. LIFTING
Make sure that any equipment used to lift the pump or any of its components is
capable of supporting the weights encountered. Make sure that all parts are correctly
rigged before attempting to lift.
Mechanical Lifting device must be used for all pump sets in excess of 25 kg. Fully
trained personnel must carry out lifting, in accordance with local regulations. The
driver and pump weights are recorded on general arrangement drawing included into
the job user's instruction.
3.1 To Lift Complete Pump Only
Make sure the lifting equipment is rated to lift the pump weight.
Use certified slings and chains only. Rig lifting sling below
discharge flange as shown in the figure.
3.2 To Lift unit with Folded Base-Plate
Pump, driver and base-plate can be lifted as a unit. Sling
the unit from the eyelets provided in the base. Make sure
straps are adjusted to obtain an even lift.
3.3 To Lift Unit with Welded Base-Plate
Pump, driver and base-plate can be lifted as a unit. Sling from all four (4) eye bolts provided on base-
plate side rails. Failure to use all four (4) could result in permanent distortion of the base-plate. Use as
long a sling as possible, or use a spreader arrangement.
Coupling bolting and spacer piece must be removed from between pump and driver
half couplings before lifting base-plate with pumping element.
3.4 To Lift Driver
Refer to Manufacturer's Instructions.
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