Bell & Gossett VTP2006 Series VTP – Vertical Turbine Pumps - Manual (Page 5)

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MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
The material and equipment necessary for installation
of the pump will vary with the size of the pump and the
type of installation.
The following list of standard tools and supplies is
offered only as a guide.
BULK MATERIAL
• Anti-Galling lubricant
(such as Dow Corning “MOLYKOTE”)
• Thread Compound
• Lubrication Oil
• Turbine Oil
• Grease
RIGGING EQUIPMENT
• Mobile power hoist, traveling crane or derrick.
• Drag line and blocks.
• Elevator clamps, if unit is unassembled.
• Clevises – for use with eyebolts.
• Timbers – size, length and quantity to support long
pump parts on the floor.
• I-Beams or timbers to support pump over
installation.
HAND TOOLS
• Pipe wrenches.
• Feeler gauges.
• Set of mechanics tools including: files, wire brush,
pliers, wire cutters and pocket knife.
• Clean rags.
• Dial indicator to assist in motor and pump
alignment.
OPTIONAL TOOLS TO FACILITATE PUMP
ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY
• Taperlock driver to assist in bowl assembly and
disassembly for pumps with taper lock impellers
only.
STORAGE
Bell & Gossett carefully preserves and protects its
products for shipment. However, the effective life of the
preservatives applied at the factory can vary from 3 to
18 months depending on the severity of the environment
in which the equipment is stored. This section provides
procedures for preparation prior to storage and
maintenance during storage of Bell & Gossett VTP
pumps. These procedures are necessary to protect the
precision parts of the pumps. Specific procedures for
storing motors, gear drivers, and engines, should be
obtained from the equipment manufacturer. This section
is intended to be of general assistance to users of Bell &
Gossett VTP pumps. It shall not modify, amend and/or
otherwise alter the scope of Bell & Gossett VTP pumps
warranty responsibilities to the purchaser in any way
whatsoever.
Storage Preparation
Bell & Gossett VTP pumps require proper preparation
for storage and regular maintenance during storage. The
pump shall be considered in storage when it has been
delivered to the job site and is awaiting installation.
Preferably, the storage area shall be paved, well drained
and free from flooding, and be indoors whenever
possible.
Weatherproof coverings used for outdoor storage shall be
flame resistant type sheeting or tarpaulins. They shall be
placed so as to provide good drainage and air circulation
and shall be tied down to protect from wind damage.
Storage area shall be maintained in a clean condition at
all times.
Pumps and/or component parts shall be placed on skids,
pallets, or shoring to permit good air circulation.
Pumps and/or component parts shall be sorted so as to
permit ready access for inspection and/or maintenance
without excessive handling.
Pumps and/or component parts stacked during storage
shall be arranged so that the racks, containers, or crates
bear full weight without distortion of pumps or parts.
Identification markings must be readily visible. Any
cover removed for internal access shall be replaced
immediately.
Pump and bowl assembly shafting shall be rotated
counter clockwise, as a minimum, once a month. Shaft
shall not be left in the same previous position, nor in the
extreme raised or lowered lateral position. Shaft should
rotate freely.
NOTE: For further information on these procedures
contact your Bell & Gossett Representative.
Recommended Storage Procedures
Controlled storage facilities should be maintained at an
even temperature 10º F (6º C) or more above the dew
point with relative humidity less than 50% and little or
no dust. (If these requirements can not be met the pump
is to be considered in uncontrolled storage.)
For uncontrolled storage periods of 6 months or less,
the pump is to be inspected periodically to insure that all
preservatives are intact.
All pipe threads and flanged pipe covers are to be sealed
with tape.
The pump must not be stored closer than six inches
(15 cm) from the ground.