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USER INSTRUCTIONS
Vertical Turbine Pumps
Installation
Wet Pit (VTP)
Operation
Double Casing (VPC)
Maintenance
E, S and A series VTPs in wet pit and suction barrel designs
ranging in sizes from 50 mm (6 in.) to 1300 mm (52 in.) with
a single or multiple stages. (This manual does not cover
VTPs fitted with thrust bearing assemblies and VTPs built
for cryogenic service).
PCN=71569224 02-15(F), Based on VTP-QS-0896 Original
Instructions
These instructions must be read prior to installing,
operating, using and maintaining this equipment
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Introduction and Safety
General Safety Instructions
General safety instructions, including reading instructions before operation and covering personal injury.
CE Marking and Approvals
Legal requirement for machinery conformity with CE Marking Directives and checking serial number plates.
Disclaimer and Copyright
Information believed to be reliable; emphasizes using good engineering and safety practice. Copyright restrictions.
Duty Conditions
Product selected for purchase order specifications; advice on changes to service conditions.
Safety Precautions and Hazards
Details safety markings, personnel qualification, safety actions, handling components, thermal shock, and hot parts.
Safety for Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Measures required for ATEX compliance, including temperature, mixtures, sparks, and leakages.
ATEX Marking and Surface Temperatures
Example of ATEX equipment marking and avoiding excessive surface temperatures.
Specific Machine Performance
Information on performance parameters and duty conditions.
Noise Level Information
Guidelines on exposure to noise and typical motor noise data.
Transport and Storage
Consignment Receipt and Unpacking
Procedures for checking equipment for completeness and damage upon receipt.
Handling and Lifting Equipment
Guidelines for handling boxes, crates, and lifting equipment safely.
Lifting Procedures for Discharge Heads
Detailed methods for lifting cast and fabricated discharge heads, with and without pumps.
Lifting of Bowl and Suction Barrel Assemblies
Procedures for lifting bowl assemblies and suction barrels.
Storage Guidelines
Recommendations for storing pumps to maintain condition, including inspection and rotation.
Recycling and End of Product Life
Environmentally acceptable methods for recycling and disposal of product parts and materials.
Description of Pump Components
Pump Configuration Types
Description of Sump and deep well VTP and Suction barrel (Can) VTP configurations.
Nomenclature of Pump Parts
Explanation of bowl assembly and discharge head nomenclature.
Design of Major Pump Parts
Details on drivers, discharge head assembly, shaft sealing, column assembly, bowl assemblies, and suction strainers.
Impellers and Stuffing Box Types
Information on impeller types and different stuffing box configurations.
Mechanical Shaft Seal
Details on mechanical shaft seals, including installation and optional components.
Performance and Operation Limits
Specifies operating limits for pumped liquid temperature, ambient temperature, and pump speed.
Installation Procedures
Location and Preparation
Guidelines for selecting the pump location and preparing for installation.
Foundation and Anchor Bolt Installation
Details on installing foundations and anchor bolts, including grouting and leveling.
Lifting and Assembly of Pump Components
Procedures for lifting and assembling unassembled and fully assembled pumps.
Coupling Installation on Solid Shaft Drivers
Instructions for installing adjustable and non-adjustable flanged couplings.
Driver Installation Procedures
Steps for installing hollow shaft and solid shaft drivers, including rotation checks.
Initial Alignment Procedures
Guidance on initial alignment, thermal expansion, and preparation steps.
Piping and Connections
Recommendations for pipe work velocities, forces, moments, and auxiliary piping.
Electrical Connections and Protection Systems
Safety requirements for electrical connections and recommended protection systems.
Commissioning, Startup, Operation, and Shutdown
Pre-commissioning Checks
Essential checks before commissioning, including lubrication, rotation, and pipework.
Pump Lubrication Details
Information on oil and injection lubrication for enclosed and open shaft pumps.
Impeller Adjustment
Procedure for adjusting impellers to ensure maximum performance and prevent dragging.
Direction of Rotation and Guarding
Checking pump rotation direction and ensuring safety guards are fitted and secure.
Priming and Auxiliary Supplies
Ensuring all systems are connected and operational, and the pump is full of liquid.
Starting the Pump
Pre-starting checks, pump submergence requirements, and initial startup procedures.
Operating the Pump
Guidelines for venting, adjusting packed glands, mechanical seals, and monitoring bearing temperatures.
Stopping and Shutdown Procedures
Steps for safely stopping the pump and protecting it during prolonged shutdowns.
Hydraulic, Mechanical, and Electrical Duty
Considerations for changes in specific gravity, viscosity, pump speed, and NPSH.
Maintenance Guidelines
General Maintenance Responsibilities
Operator responsibility for maintenance, safety, and cleaning procedures.
Maintenance Schedule and Inspections
Recommended schedule for inspections, adjustments, and checks.
Routine and Periodic Inspections
Daily/weekly and 6-monthly checks for operation, leaks, lubrication, and couplings.
Re-lubrication and Packing Maintenance
Procedures for pump and driver lubrication, stuffing box maintenance, and packing replacement.
Impeller Re-adjustment
Instructions for re-adjusting impellers if performance changes.
Spare Parts Selection and Storage
Guidance on ordering, selecting, and storing spare parts.
Tools Required for Maintenance
List of standard tools needed for pump maintenance.
Fastener Torques
Table of fastener torques for bowl assembly based on material and size.
Disassembly and Examination
Disassembly Safety and Procedures
Safety precautions and step-by-step instructions for pump disassembly.
Examination of Shafts and Bearings
Checking shafts for straightness and examining bearings for wear and clearance.
Inspection of Impellers
Procedures for inspecting enclosed and semi-open impellers for wear and damage.
Wearing Ring Tolerance Chart
Chart detailing wearing ring tolerances for enclosed impellers.
Faults, Causes, and Remedies
Pump Fault Diagnosis
Troubleshooting guide for common pump faults, their causes, and remedies.
Motor and Electrical Faults
Troubleshooting for motor-related issues like rotation, voltage, and connections.
Drawings and Parts Lists
Cross Section: Product Lubricated VTP
Typical sectional view of a wet pit pump with parts identification.
Cross Section: Enclosed Tube VTP
Typical sectional view of an enclosed tube/oil lubricated VTP with parts identification.
Cross Section: Suction Barrel VTP
Typical sectional view of a VTP with a suction barrel.
General Arrangement Drawing
Reference to general arrangement and specific contract drawings.
Certification and Documentation
Certification Information
Details on provided certificates like CE marking and ATEX.
Supplementary User Instructions
Information on additional instructions for drivers, controls, and other components.
Change Notes
Record of changes made to the product after supply.
Appendix
Bill of Materials Reference Numbers
Cross-reference of part numbers from current system, Europump, and Hydraulic Institute.
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