Flowserve APKD - Manual (Page 13)

APKD DOUBLE-CASE, DOUBLE-SUCTION USER INSTRUCTIONS 26999903 07-13
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3.1.2 Suction barrel (Can) VTP
Figure 3.2
3.1.3
Most common VTP models
The VTP configurations shown in sec 3.1.1 and 3.1.2
are typical.
Some units will not require a column
assembly. In such cases, the bowl assembly is
connected directly to the discharge head. Vertical
turbine pumps can have single or multiple stages.
3.2 Nomenclature
The pump size/ serial number will be engraved on
the nameplate typically. The nameplate is attached
to the discharge head assembly. Identify the actual
pump size and serial number from the pump
nameplate. The driver will have a separate
nameplate attached to it.
3.2.1
Discharge head nomenclature
Consists of alphanumeric code as follows.
Examples: 10HF20, 6TF16,…….
10 LF 30
Nominal driver base diameter in inches
Discharge head type (see details below)
Nominal discharge diameter in inches
HF = Fabricated head for above the ground discharge
TF & LF = Fabricated heads with base flange
HFL = Fabricated head for above ground discharge - Low H.P
HFH = Fabricated head for above the ground discharge -High H.P.
Please see section 3.2.1.1 for discharge head types
and identification.