SPP Pumps Auto Prime - High Flow Range XF300 & 400 - Manual (Page 3)

Operators Instructions for
XF300 & XF400 Range Centrifugal Pumps
Manual No/Rev
W77-009E / 2
Our policy is one of continuous improvement and we reserve the right to alter specifications at any time
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CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .. 4
2. TRANSPORT HANDLING & STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 5
2.1 Transport ................................................................................................. 5
2.2 Handling .................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Storage .................................................................................................... 5
3. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................. 5
4. ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION.......................................... 6
4.1 Initial Inspection for Damage ................................................................... 6
4.2 Preparation for Mounting ......................................................................... 6
4.3 Pump Preparation ................................................................................... 6
4.4 Pump Installation ..................................................................................... 7
4.5 Shaft Alignment ....................................................................................... 7
4.6 Suction Pipework .................................................................................... 7
4.7 Discharge Pipework ................................................................................ 8
4.8 Mechanical Seal Vent Pipe ..................................................................... 8
4.9 Baseplate and Foundations .................................................................... 8
5. COMMISSIONING AND OPERATION ............................... 8
5.1 Commissioning Checks .......................................................................... 8
5.2 Starting Procedure .................................................................................. 9
5.3 During Operation ..................................................................................... 9
5.4 Stopping Procedure .............................................................................. 10
6. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ...................................... 10
6.1 General Introduction .............................................................................. 10
6.2 Preparation for Maintenance ................................................................. 11
6.3 Maintenance of the Mechanical Seal .................................................... 11
6.4 Bearing Lubrication ............................................................................... 11
6.5 Impeller Inspection ................................................................................ 12
6.6 Replacement of the Mechanical Seal .................................................... 12
6.7 Disassembly of the Pump ..................................................................... 12
6.8 Re-assembly of the Pump ..................................................................... 14
6.9 Hydrostatic Testing ............................................................................... 15
7. FAULT FINDING & REMEDIAL ACTION ......................... 16
7.1 Priming System Faults .......................................................................... 16
7.2 Pump Fault Finding ............................................................................... 17
8. Supplementary Documents ............................................ 18
8.1 Pump Section Drawing .......................................................................... 18
8.2 Parts List ............................................................................................... 19
8.3 Pump Data ............................................................................................ 20
9. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .......................................... 21
9.1 Standard Metric Nut and Bolt Torque Recommendations .................... 21
10.
SPARES & SERVICE ....................................................... 23