Goulds Pumps VIT - IOM - Manual (Page 10)

Transportation and Storage
Receive the unit
1. Inspect the package for damaged or missing items upon delivery.
2. Note any damaged or missing items on the receipt and freight bill.
3. File a claim with the shipping company if anything is out of order.
Unpack the unit
1. Remove packing materials from the unit.
Dispose of all packing materials in accordance with local regulations.
2. Inspect the unit to determine if any parts have been damaged or are missing.
3. Contact your ITT representative if anything is out of order.
Pump handling
WARNING:
• Make sure that the pump cannot roll or fall over and injure people or damage property.
• These pumps use ceramic silicon carbide components. Do not drop the pump or subject it to shock
loads as this can damage the internal ceramic components.
NOTICE: Use a forklift truck or an overhead crane with sufficient capacity to move the pallet with the
pump unit on top. Failure to do so can result in equipment damage.
Lifting methods
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.
• The pump and the components can be heavy. Make sure to use proper lifting methods, and wear steel-
toed shoes at all times. Failure to do so can result in physical injury or equipment damage.
• Do not attach sling ropes to shaft ends.
Table 1: Methods
Pump type Lifting method
A fully-assembled pump Use suitable lifting devices attached to the lifting lugs on the discharge head or
suitable eye bolts through the discharge-head base flange.
A partially-assembled
pump
Use suitable lifting devices attached to the component or sub-assembly lifting
lugs or suitable eye bolts through the component flanges.
A disassembled pump Use suitable lifting devices attached to the component lifting lugs or suitable
eye bolts through the component flanges.
Transportation and Storage
8 Model VIT Installation, Operation, and Maintenance