Goulds Pumps NM3171 - IOM - Manual (Page 16)

5. Do not put pipe strain or bending moments on
discharge pipe and flange (195C). Piping should
be independently supported and should line up
naturally with the discharge. Use properly
restrained expansion joints between pump and
piping.
6. Clean liquid must be applied to the column
bearings (213) at a rate of 0.25 - 0.50 GPM
(0.16 - 0.32 I/s)
7. Never operate pump without coupling guard
correctly installed.
8. Never operate pump beyond the rated
conditions to which the pump was supplied.
9. Never operate pump without safety devices
installed.
10. Lower ends of pumps must be braced in
turbulent sumps.
11. Always lock out power to the driver before
performing pump maintenance.
SPECIAL WARNINGS
Goulds Pumps will not be liable for any damages or
delay caused by failure to comply with the provisions
of this instruction manual.
This pump is not to be operated at speeds, working
pressures, discharge pressures or temperatures
higher than, or used with liquids other than, that
stated in original order acknowledgement without
written permission of Goulds Pumps.
RECEIVING INSPECTION - SHORTAGES
Care should be taken when unloading pumps. If
shipment is not delivered in good order and in
accordance with the bill of lading, note the damages
or shortages on both receipt and freight bill. Make
any claims to the transportation company
promptly.
Instruction sheets on various components, as well
as the installation, operation and maintenance
instructions for the pump, are included in the
shipment.
Do not discard!
PRESERVATION AND STORAGE
Goulds' normal domestic storage preparation is
suitable for protecting the pump during shipment in
covered trucks. It also provides protection during
covered storage at the job site and for a short period
before installation and start-up.
Motor manufacturers should be contacted for their
recommendations on preservation and protection
procedures.
HANDLING TECHNIQUES
s
! WARNING
Pump and components are heavy. Failure to
properly lift and support equipment could
result in serious physical injury, or damage
to pumps. Steel toed shoes must be worn at
all times.
Care should be used in moving pumps. Slings
should be put under the mounting plate (189) to
properly support the unit.
The best method of lifting unit is with parallel
straps attached to a horizontal bar.
10
NM 3171 IOM 5/08