Installation, Preinstallation, Pump location guidelines – Bell & Gossett P82893D Series 60 In-Line Centrifugal Pumps User Manual

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Installation

Preinstallation

Precautions

WARNING:
• When installing in a potentially explosive environment, make sure that the motor is

properly certified.

• You must earth (ground) all electrical equipment. This applies to the pump equipment,

the driver, and any monitoring equipment. Test the earth (ground) lead to verify that it is
connected correctly.

NOTICE: Supervision by an authorized Xylem representative is recommended to ensure
proper installation. Failure to do so may result in equipment damage or decreased
performance.

Pump location guidelines

WARNING:
Assembled units and their components are heavy. Failure to properly lift and support this
equipment can result in serious physical injury and/or equipment damage. Lift equipment
only at the specifically identified lifting points. Lifting devices such as eyebolts, slings, and
spreaders must be rated, selected, and used for the entire load being lifted.

Guideline

Explanation/comment

Keep the pump as close to the liquid source as

practically possible.

This minimizes the friction loss and keeps the suction

piping as short as possible.

Make sure that the space around the pump is sufficient.
Also make sure that you can protect the area below the

pump from water damage.

This facilitates ventilation, inspection, maintenance, and

service.

If you require lifting equipment such as a hoist or tackle,

make sure that there is enough space above the pump.

This makes it easier to properly use the lifting

equipment and safely remove and relocate the

components to a safe location.

Protect the unit from weather and water damage due to

rain, flooding, and freezing temperatures.

This is applicable if nothing else is specified.

Do not install and operate the equipment in closed

systems unless the system is constructed with properly-

sized safety devices and control devices.

Acceptable devices:
• Pressure relief valves
• Compression tanks
• Pressure controls
• Temperature controls
• Flow controls
If the system does not include these devices, consult the

engineer or architect in charge before you operate the

pump.

Take into consideration the occurrence of unwanted

noise and vibration.

Vibration can be transmitted to the piping system,

which can result in objectionable noise away from the

pump.

Installation

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