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Commissioning/Start-up/Shutdown
6.1
Commissioning/start-up
6.1.1 Prerequisites for commissioning/start-up
Before commissioning/starting up the pump set, make sure that the following
conditions are met:
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The pump set has been properly connected to the power supply and is equipped
with all protection devices.
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The pump has been primed with the fluid to be handled.
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The direction of rotation has been checked. (
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The lubricant has been checked.
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After prolonged shutdown of the pump (set), the required activities have been
carried out. (
DANGER
Persons in the tank during pump operation
Electric shock!
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Never start up the pump set when there are persons in the tank.
6.1.2 Start-up
CAUTION
Re-starting while motor is still running down
Damage to the pump set!
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Do not re-start the pump set before it has come to a standstill.
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Never start up the pump set while the pump is running in reverse.
✓
The fluid level is sufficiently high.
CAUTION
Pump start-up against a closed shut-off element
Increased vibrations!
Damage to mechanical seals and bearings!
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Never operate the pump set against a closed shut-off element.
1. Fully open the discharge line shut-off element, if any.
2. Start up the pump set.
6.2
Operating limits
DANGER
Non-compliance with operating limits
Damage to the pump set!
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Comply with the operating data indicated in the data sheet.
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Avoid operation against a closed shut-off element.
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Never operate an explosion-proof pump set at ambient and fluid temperatures
exceeding those specified in the data sheet or on the name plate.
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Never operate the pump set outside the limits specified below.
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