Flowserve VCT - Manual (Page 27)

USER INSTRUCTIONS APM, APMA and APH MX0301 - 07/03
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10 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
10.1 Long term storage
During extended periods of storage prior to installation and from the time of installation until commercial
operation, precautions must be taken to protect the pump from deterioration. The various parts of the pump are
protected prior to shipment by applying varying grades of preservative and paint. However, during shipment and
handling, the preservatives are subjected to conditions that can cause their removal. Also during extended
periods of time, the preservatives may deteriorate. The following procedures should be followed to prevent
deterioration of the pump during the extended storage period. These procedures may also be supplemented by
the experience of the person(s) performing the tasks.
Vertical pumps are shipped assembled when weight, length and bearing material permit. When the
pump length exceeds approximately 30 feet and/or when carbon bearings are furnished, the pump is shipped in
subassemblies. The motor driver and auxiliary accessories are packed separately.
Upon arrival at the storage site, each unit and accompanying crating should be visually inspected for shipping
damage, any of which should be reported to Flowserve.
All material shall be placed in a location protected against weather, floods and traffic damage while in storage.
All items should be stored in an accessible area, where air can circulate around them fully and completely.
Indoor storage facilities should be provided by the contractor or user, with accessories prepared in accordance
with this procedure.
All of the components should remain in their original shipping crates (if applicable). All handling should be done
with slings only and with extreme care. The customer should inspect all units every 30 days.
Recommendations given herein are made with the strict understanding that Flowserve will incur no cost
resulting from Long Term Storage Procedures. Flowserve also relinquishes any responsibility for any damage or
malfunction incurred to the unit at the time of installation due to inadequate preservation by the Customer.
It should be noted that unless otherwise agreed to, full responsibility and costs associated with the
storage and inspection of this equipment rests with the customer.
WARNING !!!
Failure to follow this procedure will jeopardize the integrity of equipment, and may
contribute to poor performance, abnormalities and associated problems when
equipment is installed and operated.
Also, failure to follow this procedure will invalidate any warranty on equipment.
CAUTION
AT NO TIME DURING STORAGE OR HANDLING IS THE PUMP TO BE ROTATED ON OR SUPPORTED BY
THE SUCTION HEAD (Suction Bell)
NOTE
If pump is equipped with a mechanical seal and is stored or has not been run for 1 year or more, the seal must
be removed before start-up and faces re-lapped to guard against the possibility of seal leakage. When
reinstalling the seal, new “O” rings and gaskets must be used.
CAUTION
AT NO TIME DURING STORAGE OR HANDLING IS THE PUMP TO BE ROTATED ON OR SUPPORTED BY
THE SUCTION HEAD (Suction Bell)
NOTE
If pump is equipped with a mechanical seal and is stored or has not been run for 1 year or more, the seal must
be removed before start-up and faces re-lapped to guard against the possibility of seal leakage. When
reinstalling the seal, new “O” rings and gaskets must be used.