BJM Pumps FAHRENHEIT SK-F Series, Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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SERVICING YOUR SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
Pump should be disconnected from the electric power supply before proceeding to do
any service or maintenance
.
To service or repair your pump, please contact your local
BJM Pumps
®
distributor. Service should only be performed by a qualified electrician. The design of
the “F” series high temperature pump models is unique and requires specific
knowledge to perform the proper assembly.
Industrial Flow Solutions Operating,
LLC recommends that all electrical service work be performed at the factory or by
a factory trained and certified repair technician to insure that the materials and
assembly methods meet BJM
Pumps®
standards.
MAINTAINING YOUR PUMP
• Pump should be disconnected from the electric power supply before proceeding
to do any service or maintenance
.
• Pump should be inspected at regular intervals.
• More frequent inspections are required if the pump is used in a harsh
environment.
• Preventative maintenance should be performed to reduce the chance of
premature failure.
• Worn impellers and lip seals should be replaced.
• Cut or cracked power cords must be replaced.
(Never operate a pump with a
cut, cracked or damaged power cord.)
• Seal oil should be checked once per year.
• Maintenance should always be done when taking a pump out of service before
storage.
1) Clean pump of dirt and other build up.
2) Check condition of oil around the shaft seals.
3) Check hydraulic parts: check for wear.
4) Inspect power cable. Make sure that it is free of nicks or cuts.
CHANGING SEAL OIL
Changing the seal oil in the SK-F & SKX-F series pumps is very easy.
1) Make sure that the pump is de-energized and locked out for service.
2) Lay the pump down on its side.
3) Remove the screws that hold the bottom plate in place.
4) Remove bottom plate.
5) Remove screws holding the suction cover.
6) Remove the suction cover.
7) Remove the impeller.