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GQ, GX, GM Rev. 7 - Operating Instructions

Use only original spare parts provided from
Calpeda S.p.A or from an authorized
distributor.

Don't remove or change the labels placed on
the device.

Do not start the device in case of defects or
damaged parts.

Maintenance  operations,  requiring  full  or
partial  disassembly  of  the  device,  must  be
done only after disconnection from the supply.
Pollution  of  the  liquid  could  occur  due  to
leakage of lubricants.

4.2 Safety devices

The device has an external case that prevents any
contact with internal parts.

4.3 Residual risks

The appliance, designed for use, when used in-line
with the design and safety rules, doesn't have resi-
dual risks.

4.4 Information and Safety signals

For this kind of product there will not be any signals
on the product.

4.5 Individual protection devices

During  installation,  starting  and  maintenance  it  is
suggested to the authorized operators to consider  the
use  of  individual  protection  devices  suitable  for
described activities.
During ordinary and extraordinary maintenance inter-
ventions,  where  it  is  required  to  remove  the  filter,
safety gloves are required.

Signal individual protection device

HAND PROTECTION
(gloves for protection against chemical, ther-
mal and mechanical risks).

5. TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

The product is packed to maintain the content intact.
During  transportation  avoid  to  stack  excessive  wei-
ghts.  Ensure  that  during  the  transportation  the
packed cannot move.
The  transport  vehicles  must  comply,  for  the  weight
and  dimensions,  with  the  chosen  product  (see  para-
graph 12.1 dimensions and weights).

5.1 Handling

Handle  with  care,  the  packages  must  not  receive
impacts.
Avoid  to  impact  onto  the  package  materials  that
could damage the pump.
If  the  weight  exceeds  25  Kg  the  package  must  be
handled  by  two  person  at  the  same  time  (see  para-
graph 12.1 dimensions and weights).

6 INSTALLATION

6.1 Dimensions

For the dimensions of the device refer to the annex
"Dimensions" (paragraph 12.1 Annexes).

6.2 Ambient requirements and installation site

dimensions

The customer has to prepare the installation site in
order to guarantee the right installation and in order to
fulfill the device requirements (electrical supply, etc...).

It's Absolutely forbidden to install the machine in an
environment with potentially explosive atmosphere.

6.3 Unpacking

Inspect the device in order to check any
damages which may have occurred during
transportation.

Package material, once removed, must be discar-
ded/recycled according to local laws of the destina-
tion country.

6.4. Pipes

The internal diameter of the delivery pipe must never
be smaller than the diameter of the pump connection
port:
G 1

(DN 32 PN6) for

GQG

;

G 1

(DN 40) for

GXC, GXV, GQR, GQS 40

;

G 2

(DN 50) for

GMC 50,GMV 50, GQN, GQS, GQV

;

DN 65 for

GMC 50-65, GMV 50-65

ATTENTION: The pump must be lifted and
transported using the handle fitted for this purpose
and not pulled by the electrical power cable.

Place the pump, with vertical axis, at the bottom of
the pit or at the site of installation.

6.5. Stationary installation

6.5.1. Stationary

installation

with

vertical

magnetic float switch

Installation fit a check valve against back flow in the
delivery pipe ball valve (swing valve for GQR).
Provide  for  the  possibility  of  removing  the  pump
without  having  to  drain  the  entire  system  (if
necessary, fit a gate valve and a union coupling).
With the pump in the resting position secure the delivery
pipe to a rest, suitable for its length and weight.
If  slime  deposits  are  expected  to  form  at  the  bottom
of  the  installation  pit,  a  support  must  be  provided  to
keep the pump raised.

min 550 x 550

3.93.037/3

max

min

max

min

max

205

220

245

265

410