Installation, Preinstallation, Inspect the pump – Goulds Pumps API 3171 - IOM 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 ITT representative is recommended to ensure proper installation.
Failure to do so may result in equipment damage or decreased performance.

Inspect the pump

1. Remove the plastic shipping plugs from the vent holes in the head column and the casing.

A

• "A" represents the location of the plugs

2. Remove all the equipment from the shipping containers.
3. Completely clean the underside of the support plate and both sides of the optional pit cover, if

supplied.

4. Remove any grease from the machined surfaces.

Installation

Model API 3171 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

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