Table of contents The information herein is correct at the time of issue but may be subject to change without prior notice 1. EC Declaration of Conformity ................ 2. Safety ....................2.1. Important information ................2.2. Warning signs ..................2.3. Safety precautions ................3.
1 EC Declaration of Conformity Revision of Declaration of Conformity 2009-12-29 The Designated Company Alfa Laval Kolding A/S Company Name Albuen 31, DK-6000 Kolding, Denmark Address +45 79 32 22 00 Phone No. hereby declare that Pump Designation LKHPF-10, LKHPF-20, LKHPF-25, LKHPF-35, LKHPF-40, LKHPF-45, LKHPF-50, LKHPF-60, LKHPF-70 Type From serial number 10.000 to 1.000.000...
2 Safety Unsafe practices and other important information are emphasised in this manual. Warnings are indicated by means of special signs. Always Always read Always read the read the manual manual manual before before using before using the using the pump! pump! pump! 2.1 Important information...
Always Never Never use the pump for products not mentioned in the Alfa Laval pump selection program. Never The Alfa Laval pump selection program can be acquired from your local Alfa Laval sales company. Maintenance: Maintenance: Maintenance: Always read the technical data thoroughly. (See chapter 6 Technical data)
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2 Safety All warnings in the manual are summarised on this page. Pay special attention to the instructions below so that serious personal injury and/or damage to the pump are avoided.
3. Motor instructions. CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect unpacking. WARNING: WARNING: WARNING: Be aware that certain pump configurations can tilt, and thereby cause injuries to feet or fingers. The pump should be supported underneath the adaptor, when not installed in the process line.
Read the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! Always check the pump before operation. - See the pre-use check in section 3.3 Pre-use check - pump without/with impeller screw. The larger pumps sizes are very heavy. Alfa Laval therefore recommends the use of a lifting crane when handling the pump. 3.2 Installation...
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- See the pre-use check in section 3.3 Pre-use check - pump without/with impeller screw. The larger pumps sizes are very heavy. Alfa Laval therefore recommends the use of a lifting crane when handling the pump. Step 5 5 5...
3 Installation Study the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! LKH-5 to LKH-60 are supplied without impeller screw as standard but this can be supplied. Check the direction of rotation of the impeller before operation. - See the indication label on the pump. 3.3 Pre-use check - pump without/with impeller screw Step Step...
At the end of use, the equipment must be recycled according to the relevant, local regulations. Besides the equipment itself, any hazardous residues from the process liquid must be considered and disposed of in a proper manner. When in doubt, or in the absence of local regulations, please contact your local Alfa Laval sales company.
Step Always read the technical data thoroughly. See chapter 6 Always Always Technical data CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Alfa Laval cannot be held responsible for incorrect operation/control. Step Step Step 2 2 2 Danger of of of burns! burns! Danger Danger...
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4 Operation Read the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! Step 5 5 5 Step Step Correct! Flushed shaft shaft seal: seal: Flushed Flushed shaft seal: 1. Connect the inlet of the flushing liquid correctly (ø6 tube). 2.
4 Operation Pay attention to possible faults. Read the instructions carefully. 4.2 Troubleshooting NOTE! NOTE! NOTE! Study the maintenance instructions carefully before replacing worn parts. - See section 5.1 General maintenance Remedy Problem Problem Problem Cause/result Cause/result Cause/result Remedy Remedy Overloaded motor Pumping of viscous liquids Larger motor or smaller impeller...
4 Operation The pump is designed for cleaning in place (CIP). CIP = Cleaning In Place. Read the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! NaOH = Caustic soda. = Nitric acid. 4.3 Recommended cleaning Step Step Step 1 1 1 Danger, caustic! caustic! Danger,...
(see chapter 7 Parts list and service kits). Ordering spare spare parts parts Ordering Ordering spare parts Contact your local Alfa Laval sales company. Note: Note: Note: If the pump is supplied with FEP O-rings, Alfa Laval recommends replacing the casing O-ring during pump maintenance.
5 Maintenance Maintain the pump carefully. Read the instructions carefully and pay special attention to the warnings! Always keep spare shaft seals and rubber seals in stock. See separate motor instructions. Check the pump for smooth operation after service. NOTE! Read the maintenance instructions carefully before replacing worn parts. - See section 5.1 General maintenance Shaft seal seal Rubber seals...
5 Maintenance Read the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. 5.3 Dismantling of pump/shaft seals Step Step Step 1 1 1 1. Unscrew cap nuts (28) and remove washers (29) and pump casing (45).
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5 Maintenance Read the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. Step 7 7 7 Step Step Separate rotating seal ring (34), quad rings (35, 38), support ring (36), guide ring (37) and washer (37) from rotating seal housing (37).
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5 Maintenance Read the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. Step 13 Step Step Separate screws (13), washers (13a) and compression rings (12a+b).
5 Maintenance Read the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. 5.4 Assembly of pump/shaft seal Step 1 1 1 Step Step LKHPF-70 For securing the best fixture to the motor shaft, ensure the following: Conical surfaces on the pump shaft and compression rings are applied with grease.
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5 Maintenance Read the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. Step 6 6 6 Step Step Fit the rotating part of the shaft seal and space ring (33) on impeller (39/40).
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5 Maintenance Read the instructions carefully. The items refer to the parts list and service kits section. Handle scrap correctly. : Relates to the shaft seal. Step 13 Step Step Flushed Flushed Flushed shaft shaft shaft seal seal seal 1. Screw fittings (23) into seal housing (21). 2.
LKHPF-10, -20, -25, -35, -40, -45, -50, -60, -70. Read the instructions carefully. The larger pumps sizes are very heavy. Alfa Laval therefore recommends the use of a lifting crane when handling the pump.
6 Technical data It is important to observe the technical data during installation, operation and maintenance. Inform personnel about the technical data. 6.2 Torque specifications The table below specifies the tightening torques for the screws, bolts and nuts in this pump. Always use the torques below if no other values are stated.
6 Technical data It is important to observe the technical data during installation, operation and maintenance. Inform personnel about the technical data. 6.4 Noise emission Pump Pump Pump Type Type Type Sound Sound pressure Sound pressure pressure level level (dBA) level (dBA) (dBA)
6 Technical data Relubrication Relubrication interval Relubrication interval interval 50 50 50 Hz Hz (3000 (3000 (3000 rpm)/Relubrication rpm)/Relubrication rpm)/Relubrication interval interval interval 60 60 60 Hz Hz (3600 (3600 (3600 rpm) rpm) rpm). (Vendor) quantity in D D D rive E E E nd/quantity in N N N on D D D rive E E E nd.
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6 Technical data Relubrication Relubrication interval Relubrication interval interval 50 50 50 Hz Hz (3000 (3000 (3000 rpm)/Relubrication rpm)/Relubrication interval rpm)/Relubrication interval interval 60 60 60 Hz Hz (3600 (3600 (3600 rpm) rpm) rpm). (Vendor) quantity in D D D rive E E E nd/quantity in N N N on D D D rive E E E nd.
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