4.4.4 Connect the motor cable to the pump.......... 19 4.4.5 Cable charts................20 4.4.6 Cable charts................21 4.5 Check the impeller rotation: Pumps without built-in motor protection..21 5 Operation.......................... 23 5.1 Precautions..................23 5.2 Start the pump................23 5.3 Clean the pump................24 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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7.7 The pump delivers too little or no water..........38 8 Technical Reference......................40 8.1 Application limits................40 8.2 Motor data..................40 8.3 Specific motor data.................40 8.4 Dimensions and weights..............41 8.5 Performance curves................ 43 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
This includes any modification to the equipment or use of parts not provided by Grindex. If there is a question regarding the intended use of the equipment, please contact a Grindex representative before proceeding.
• The machine frame must be effectively grounded (earthed). • Power wires must not be used for grounding (earthing) . • The operating voltage must match the voltage rating of the motor. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Observe these rules when you work with the product: • Make sure that all personnel who may come into contact with biological hazards are vaccinated against diseases to which they may be exposed. • Observe strict personal cleanliness. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Clean-up of spills Exceptional sites CAUTION: Radiation Hazard Do NOT send the product to Grindex if it has been exposed to nuclear radiation, unless Grindex has been informed and appropriate actions have been agreed upon. 1.7 End of life product disposal Handle and dispose of all waste in compliance with local laws and regulations.
Only use the manufacturer’s original spare parts to replace any worn or faulty components. The use of unsuitable spare parts may cause malfunctions, damage, and injuries as well as void the warranty. 1.9 Warranty For information about warranty, see the sales contract. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
WARNING: Crush Hazard Always lift the unit by its designated lifting points. Use suitable lifting equipment and ensure that the product is properly harnessed. Wear personal protective equipment. Stay clear of cables and suspended loads. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Protect the product against humidity, heat sources, and mechanical damage. NOTICE: Do not place heavy weights on the packed product. Long-term storage If the unit is stored for more than six months, then the following apply: 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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• Before operating the unit after storage, it must be inspected. Special attention must be given to the seals and the cable entry. • The impeller or propeller must be rotated every other month to prevent the seals from sticking together. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• The stator incorporates thermal contacts connected in series that activate the alarm at overtemperature. • The thermal contacts open at 125°C (257°F) and close at 95°C (203°F). • The pump can also be equipped with level regulators. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
EU commission regulation 2019/1781 Article 2(2)(e). 3.6 Approvals Product approvals for hazardous locations Pump Approval Minex 8101.082 MSHA: Mine Safety and Health Administration, USA. 30CFR Part 7, Approval number 07-JA080007-0 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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3 Product Description The MSHA approval plate 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Heavier pumps must be lifted and lowered down by crane. Suspend the pump by the lifting handle or the eye bolts with chains or wires. 4. Place the pump on the base and make sure it cannot fall over or sink. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Prevent cables from becoming sharply bent or damaged. NOTICE: Leakage into the electrical parts can cause damaged equipment or a blown fuse. Keep the cable ends dry at all times. Requirements These general requirements apply for the electrical installation: 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Grounding (earthing) must be done in compliance with all local codes and regulations. 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. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Peel the insulation jacket or plastic jacket. b) Peel the aluminum and textile layers. The aluminum foil is a conductive screen. Do not peel more than necessary, and remove the peeled foil. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
2. Connect the motor cable conductors, including ground (earth), to the terminal or starter unit. 3. Make sure that the pump is correctly connected to ground (earth). 4. Tighten the cable entry into its bottom-most position. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
4.4.6 Cable charts Motor 60 Hz, 3-phase Motor 60 Hz, 1-phase 4.5 Check the impeller rotation: Pumps without built-in motor protection ™ Follow this procedure if your product does not have the rotation control SMART 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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– If the motor has a 3-phase connection, then transpose two phase conductors and repeat this procedure from step 1. For 3-phase pumps with external starters or without built-in motor protection, the phases must be shifted on the output terminal of the starter. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
The start capacitor is not designed for many repeated start cycles in a short time. Always wait at least 15 seconds between starting attempts. Maximum allowed: 30 starts per hour. 5.2 Start the pump 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Let the pump run for a while in clean water, or flush it through the discharge connection. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Change all O-rings, gaskets, and seal washers. • Lubricate all springs, screws, O-rings with grease. For an optimal corrosion protection, all O-rings and adjacent surfaces must be coated with Exxon Mobil Unirex N3 or equivalent. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Shorter intervals may be required when the operating conditions are extreme, for example with very abrasive or corrosive applications or when the liquid temperatures exceed 40°C (104°F). 6.3.1 Inspection Regular inspection and service of the pump ensures more reliable operation. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Cooling system If the flow through the system has been partly restricted, then rinse and clean. Regardless of individual applications, the inspection volume should not be inspected less frequently than the intervals for normal applications and operating conditions at media (liquid) temperatures <40°C (104°F). 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Lock the pump with supports to prevent it from rolling over. 2. Remove the oil screw. There are two oil screws. Either screw can be used for drainage, but it is easier to drain the oil if both oil screws are removed. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
4. Put the oil screw back and tighten it. 6.5 Replace the impeller 6.5.1 Remove the impeller CAUTION: Cutting Hazard Worn parts can have sharp edges. Wear protective clothing. 1. Remove the strainer. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Lock the impeller to prevent rotation. Use pliers, a screwdriver, or similar. b) Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise until the impeller loosens from the shaft. Use an 8 mm hexagon bit adapter (Allen socket). 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
4. Check that the impeller screw is clean and easy to screw into the shaft end. This is to prevent the shaft from rotating with the impeller screw. 5. Assemble the conical sleeve in the impeller. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Lock the impeller to prevent rotation. Use pliers, a screwdriver, or similar. c) Tighten the impeller screw. Tightening torque: 22 Nm (16.2 lbf·ft) d) Tighten a further 1/8 turn, 45°. e) Check that the impeller can rotate freely. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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6 Maintenance 10.Install the strainer and the nuts. Tightening torque: 17 Nm (12.5 ft-lb) 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
An alarm signal has been Check that: triggered on the control • The impeller rotates freely. panel. • The sensor indicators do not indicate an alarm. • The overload protection is not tripped. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• There are no leaks from the piping and/or stop level. discharge connection. • The impeller is not clogged. • The non-return valve(s) are functioning properly. • The pump has adequate capacity. For information: Contact a sales or authorized service representative. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. NOTICE: Do NOT override the motor protection repeatedly if it has tripped. Doing so may result in equipment damage. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. NOTICE: Do NOT override the motor protection repeatedly if it has tripped. Doing so may result in equipment damage. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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If the problem persists, then contact a sales or authorized service representative. Always state the product number and the serial number of the pump, see Product Description on page 11. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Voltage imbalance tolerance Maximum ±3 Hz frequency variation Stator insulation F (155°C [311°F]) class Motor encapsulation Motor encapsulation is in accordance with IP68. 8.3 Specific motor data 1-phase, 60 Hz Motor type: 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Rated current, A Starting current, A 460 Y serial 480 Y serial 575 Y serial 600 Y serial 8.4 Dimensions and weights All measurements in the illustrations are in millimeters, if not otherwise specified. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
8 Technical Reference Figure 7: MSHA version, all other motors 8.5 Performance curves Test standard Pumps are tested in accordance with ISO 9906:2012, HI 11.6:2012. 8101.082 Minex Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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