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Installation
Manual 1866 Rev A p/n 1866
WARNING
!
Never attempt to change or add lubrication while
the pump is running. Failure to heed this warning
could result in damage to the equipment or
personal injury.
WARNING
!
Properly dispose of spent lubricants. Refer to the
manufacturer of the lubricant and any applicable
regulations to ensure proper and safe disposal.
If the oil level is too low, bearings and seals will
be damaged as a result of improper lubrication.
The machine may only be operated when it is
set up horizontally.
Material damage resulting from the machine
tipping over and falling.
When installed at more than 3280 feet (1000
meters) above sea level a reduction in power
is noticeable. In this case we would ask you to
contact Kinney directly for guidance.
FILLING THE PUMP WITH OIL
Use oil recommended by Kinney and see the
specifications for the quantity of oil required to fill
the pump. Remove the oil fill plug at the top of the
housing and add oil until the level reaches mid-
center of the gauge. With the pump shut off, add or
drain oil as necessary to keep the oil level.
CAUTION
!
Do not overfill the pump as excess oil will be
blown out the discharge during the high pressure
operation of the pump.
LOCATION
The pump should be mounted on a flat, level
surface. There should be enough space around
the pump to allow for safe maintenance work and
periodic inspections. This includes, at a minimum,
the ability to access oil fill and drain locations,
view the oil level glass and the oil temperature and
pressure gauges.
Foundation
The foundation for the pump assembly should be
flat and level, and have adequate load-bearing
capacity. The pump and its base frame, peripheral
equipment and piping should be installed after the
foundation concrete has been cured. It is possible
to install the machine on a firm base without
anchoring. When installing on a sub-structure
Kinney recommends fixing with flexible buffers.
PIPING CONNECTIONS
WARNING
!
Pipe loading on the pump should be negligible
as pipe loading can cause distortion of the pump.
Use proper supports and pipe hangers to assure
that there is no loading.
VACUUM CONNECTION
The pumping capacity of the vacuum pump is
reduced if the suction pipe is too narrow and/or long.
Discharged air can be blow out through the exhaust
silencer conducted away using a hose or a pipe.