Flowserve MP1 Sier-Bath - Manual (Page 11)

MP1 USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 26999958 – 10-12
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2 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
2.1 Consignment receipt and unpacking
Immediately after receipt of the equipment it must be
checked against the delivery/shipping documents for
its completeness and that there has been no damage
in transportation. Any shortage and/or damage must
be reported immediately to Flowserve and must be
received in writing within one month of receipt of the
equipment. Later claims cannot be accepted.
Check any crate, boxes or wrappings for any
accessories or spare parts that may be packed
separately with the equipment or attached to side walls
of the box or equipment.
Each product has a unique serial number. Check that
this number corresponds with that advised; always
quote this number in correspondence as well as when
ordering spare parts or further accessories.
2.2 Handling
Boxes, crates, pallets or cartons may be unloaded
using fork-lift vehicles or slings dependent on their size
and construction.
The pump should be lifted with suitably
sized and located slings. Do not use the shaft for lifting
and take special care to prevent the pump from rotating
in the slings due to unbalanced weight distribution. The
angle between sling or ropes used for lifting must not
exceed 60°.
2.3 Lifting
A crane must be used for all pump sets in excess
of 25 kg (55 lb). Fully trained personnel must carry out
lifting, in accordance with local regulations. The driver
and pump weights are recorded on their respective
nameplates or mass plates.
Before lifting the driver alone, refer to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
2.4 Storage
2.4.1 Short-Term Storage
When it is necessary to store a pump for a short time
before it can be installed, place it in a dry, cool
location. Protect it thoroughly from moisture and
condensation. Protective flange covers should not be
removed until the pump is being installed.
Wrap the exposed portions of the shaft and coupling to
protect against sand, grit or other foreign matter. Oil
lubricated units should be lubricated (refer to section
5.1.3 Lubrication) to protect the bearings. Grease
lubricated units are lubricated at the factory during
assembly. Turn the rotor over by hand at least once a
week to maintain a protective film on the bearing
components.
2.4.2 Long-term storage
More thorough precautions are required if long-term
storage in excess of 90 days from factory shipment is
unavoidable.
The internal surfaces of the pump should be sprayed
with a rust preventative, such as water soluble oil or
other suitable alternative. Particular attention should
be given to the integral shafts, rotors and stuffing box.
Install gasketed metal flange covers on the suction and
discharge flanges (pipe plugs in the case of tapped
connections).
A rust inhibitor should be added to the lubricating oil of
oil lubricated units to give additional protection without
destroying the lubricating properties of the oil. For
specific recommendations, consult your lubrication
dealer. Grease lubricated units, which can be identified
by the grease fitting at each bearing location, should
be well lubricated prior to placing in storage. Small
amounts of additional grease should be added at
regular intervals during storage. Refer to Section 5.1.3
Lubrication for additional information related to grease
lubrication.
Storage of pumps in areas of high ambient vibration
should be avoided to prevent bearing damage due to
false brinelling. The risk of such damage can be
reduced by frequent rotation of the shaft.
The pump half coupling and key should be removed
from the shaft, coated with rust preventative and
wrapped to prevent metal-to-metal contact. Exposed
surfaces of the pump shaft should be protected with a
rust preventative. All dismantled parts should be
wrapped and tagged according to pump serial number
and a record kept of their location.
Pumps covered with plastic should
not be stored in a cool environment because
resulting condensation can cause rusting.