KIRLOSKAR i-HT, Instruction On Installation, Operation And Maintenance

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IOM/i_HT Issue Date: 26/06/2009
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Last Revision:26/10/2009
Isolate the equipment before any maintenance work is done. Switch off the main supply, remove fuses,
apply lockouts where applicable and affix suitable isolation warning signs to prevent inadvertent
reconnection. In order to avoid the possibility of maintenance personnel inhaling dangerous fumes or
vapours locations by removal of bearing housing and shaft assembly to a suitable maintenance area.
Check and ensure that the pump operates at below the maximum working pressure specified in the manual
or on the pump namepate and before maintenance, ensure that the pump is drained down.
Wear a suitable mask or respirator when working with packing and gasket contain fibrous material, as
these can be hazardous when the fibrous dust is inhaled. Be cautious, if other supplier’s components have
been substituted for genuine KBL parts, these may then contain hazardous materials.
Store all oily rags or other flammable material in a protective container in a safe place. Do not weld or
flame cut on pipes/tubes that contents flammable fluids. Clean them thoroughly with nonflammable solvent
before welding or flame cutting on them. Use solvent/chemical resistant gloves for hand protection.
Dispose of all wastes like gaskets, gland packing, oil, batteries, packing material etc in accordance with
local regulation.
Adequacy of suitable crane should be checked before lifting the pump/pump components. Also condition of
pulleys, chain and lifting shackles should be checked before use.