Flowserve MENBLOC - Manual (Page 13)

MENBLOC USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 71576296 - 02/13
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2.3 Lifting
2.3.1 Slinging of motor pumps units
Use handling means in accordance with motor
pump unit mass mentioned on the CE plate. For the
masses of the pumps bare end of shaft see table §
2.2.2 and nameplate.
To avoid distortion, the pump unit
should be lifted as shown.
A crane must be used for all pump sets in
excess of 25kg (55 Ib). Fully trained personnel must
carry out lifting, in accordance with local regulations.
Motor pump unit
When handling always wear gloves, safety
boots and an industrial safety helmet.
For masses above 25 kg (55 lb), manual
handling is forbidden.
2.4 Storage
Store the pump in a clean, dry
location away from vibration. Leave piping
connection covers in place to keep dirt and other
foreign material out of pump casing. Turn pump at
intervals to prevent brinelling of the bearings and the
seal faces, if fitted, from sticking.
Do not store pumps starting on the fan guard.
The pump may be stored as above for up to 6
months. Consult Flowserve for preservative actions
when a longer storage period is needed.
The pump must be stored in a non explosive,
ventilated location, sheltered from bad weather, dust
and vibrations.
2.5 Recycling and end of product life
At the end of the service life of the product or its
parts, the relevant materials and parts should be
recycled or disposed of using an environmentally
acceptable method and local regulations. If the
product contains substances which are harmful to
the environment, these should be removed and
disposed of in accordance with current regulations.
This also includes the liquids and or gases in the
"seal system" or other utilities.
Make sure that hazardous substances or toxic
fluid are disposed of safely and that the correct
personal protective equipment is used. The safety
specifications must be in accordance with the
current regulations at all times.
3 PUMP DESCRIPTION
3.1 Configurations
The close-coupled centrifugal electric pump is
designed for the pumping of cold water or any clear
liquids which do not contain solids and are not
corrosive, abrasive or explosive when in contact with
the pump motor unit and its working parts
(Important: for other liquids consult FLOWSERVE for
preliminary advice).
The MENBLOC is a close-coupled single-stage
centrifugal motorpump with an axial inlet and a
vertical outlet. The dimensions of the volute pump
casing, the suction and discharge diameters, and
the casing feet correspond to the standards: DIN
24255 and NF EN 733.
MENBLOC with IP55 motor with an extended motor
shaft