Flowserve VF User Manual

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VF USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 71561233 - 11/09

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Discharge pipe above the mounting plate

Discharge pipe below the mounting plate

Ensure piping and fittings are

flushed before use.

Ensure piping for hazardous liquids

is arranged to allow pump flushing before removal
of the pump

4.5.2 Design of a discharge line
a) If discharge line is provided with a divergent,

its total angle will be between 7° and 12°.

b) Install the discharge valve after the non-return

valve downstream.

c) The non-return valve will be set in the

discharge pipe to protect the pump from any
excessive pressure surge and from reverse
rotation.

If necessary, a control manometer can be
connected on the pipework.

Do not tighten flanges before the

final check (see § 4.5.3).

4.5.3 Final checks
a) Check the tightening of anchor bolts. Tighten

them if necessary.

b) Check that protective covers on suction and

discharge flanges are removed.

c) Check that holes of pipe work flanges are

parallel and correspond to those of the pump.

d) Tighten discharge flange.

e) Check by hand that the pump turns freely. A

binding indicates a distortion of the pump,
which is due to excessive pipes strains. If
necessary the pipework design must be re-
examined.

f) If it provided, connect auxiliary pipe systems

(hydraulic, pneumatic, sealing system).

g) Control tightness and functionality of auxiliary

pipings.

4.6 Electrical connections

4.6.1 Safety conditions about electrical
connections

Electric connections must be carried

out by a qualified electrician, following the local
rules and regulations in force.

It is important to be aware of the

EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE on potentially explosive
areas where compliance with IEC60079-14 is an
additional requirement for making electrical
connections.

Avoid mechanical, hydraulic or electrical

overload by using motor overload trips or a power
monitor and make routine vibration monitoring.

It is important to be aware of the EUROPEAN

DIRECTIVE on electromagnetic compatibility when
wiring up and installing equipment on site. Attention
must be paid to ensure that the techniques used
during wiring/installation do not increase
electromagnetic emissions or decrease the
electromagnetic immunity of the equipment, wiring or
any connected devices. If in doubt, contact
Flowserve for advice.

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