KSB Amarex N series, Installation And Operating Manual

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3 Transport/Temporary Storage/Disposal
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Amarex N
2563.84/08-EN
Table 5: Ambient conditions for storage
Ambient condition Value
Relative humidity 5 % to 85 % (non-condensing)
Ambient temperature -20 °C to +70 °C
▪ Store the pump set under dry and vibration-free conditions, if possible in its
original packaging.
1. Spray-coat the inside wall of the pump casing, and in particular the impeller
clearance areas, with a preservative.
2. Spray the preservative through the suction and discharge nozzles.
It is advisable to then close the pump nozzles (e.g. with plastic caps or similar).
NOTE
Observe the manufacturer's instructions for application/removal of the preservative.
3.4 Return to supplier
1. Drain the pump as per operating instructions. ( ð Section 7.3, Page 51)
2. Flush and clean the pump, particularly if it has been used for handling noxious,
explosive, hot or other hazardous fluids.
3. If the pump has handled fluids whose residues could lead to corrosion damage
in the presence of atmospheric humidity or could ignite upon contact with
oxygen also neutralise the pump and blow through with anhydrous inert gas to
ensure drying.
4. Always complete and enclose a certificate of decontamination when returning
the pump.
Indicate any safety measures and decontamination measures taken.
(
ð Section 11, Page 78)
NOTE
If required, a blank certificate of decontamination can be downloaded from the
following web site:
www.ksb.com/certificate_of_decontamination
3.5 Disposal
WARNING
Fluids, consumables and supplies posing a health hazard
Hazard to persons and the environment!
▷ Collect and dispose of any preservatives, flushing liquids and fluid residues.
▷ Wear safety clothing and a protective mask, if required.
▷
Observe all legal regulations on the disposal of fluids posing a health hazard.
1. Dismantle the product.
Collect greases and other lubricants during dismantling.
2. Separate and sort the materials, e.g. by:
- Metals
- Plastics
- Electronic waste
- Greases and other lubricants
3. Dispose of materials in accordance with local regulations or in another
controlled manner.