Xylem IMVIT R01 Model VIT Vertical Industrial Turbine Pumps - Manual (Page 5)

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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.
• Lifting Bail for Threaded Column.
• 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
• Machinist Level
• 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
Goulds Water Technology 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 Goulds Water
Technology VIT 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 Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps. It shall
not modify, amend and/or otherwise alter the scope
of Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps warranty
responsibilities to the purchaser in any way whatsoever.
Storage Preparation
Goulds Water Technology VIT 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 Goulds Water Technology
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.