Check
Explanation/comment
Checked
This helps to prevent misalignment due to linear expansion of
the piping.
Example: Installation for expansion
Correct
Incorrect
This illustration shows a correct installation for expan-
sion:
1
1.
Expansion loop/joint
This illustration shows an incorrect installation for expan-
sion:
4.5.3 Suction-piping checklist
Performance curve reference
Net positive suction head available (NPSH
A
) must always exceed NPSH required (NPSH
R
) as shown on
the published performance curve of the pump.
Refer to the Hydraulic Institute for NPSH and pipe friction values needed in order to evaluate suction pip-
ing.
Suction-piping checks
Check
Explanation/comment
Checked
Flush all suction piping before you connect
it to the pump.
This reduces the risk of pump operation problems.
Check that the suction piping fittings and
joints are airtight and have no leaks.
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Check that the distance between the inlet
flange of the pump and the closest elbow
is at least two pipe diameters.
This minimizes the risk of cavitation in the suction in-
let of the pump due to turbulence.
See the Example sections for illustrations.
Check that elbows in general do not have
sharp bends.
See the Example sections for illustrations.
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