KSB Emporia MB, Installation & Operating Manual

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5 Installation at Site
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Emporia MB
NOTE
Installing check and shut-off elements in the system is recommended, depending on
the type of plant and pump. However, such elements must not obstruct proper
drainage or hinder disassembly of the pump.
ü
Suction lift lines
have been laid with a rising slope,
suction head lines
with a
downward slope towards the pump.
ü A flow stabilisation section having a length equivalent to at least twice the inside
diameter of the suction flange has been provided upstream of the suction flange.
ü The nominal diameters of the pipes are equal to or greater than the nominal
diameters of the pump nozzles.
ü
The pipelines have been anchored in close proximity to the pump and connected
without transmitting any stresses or strains.
1.
Thoroughly clean, flush and blow through all vessels, pipelines and connections
(especially of new installations).
2.
Before installing the pump in the piping, remove the connection covers on the
suction nozzle and discharge nozzle of the pump.
3.
Check that the inside of the pump is free from any foreign objects. Remove any
foreign objects.
4.
Connect the pump nozzles to the piping.
CAUTION
Aggressive flushing and pickling agents
Damage to the pump!
▷
Match the cleaning operation mode and duration for flushing and pickling
service to the casing and seal materials used.
5.3.2 Permissible forces and moments at the pump nozzles
No piping-induced forces and moments (from warped pipelines or thermal
expansion, for example) must act on the pump.
5.4 Electrical connection
DANGER
Electrical connection work by unqualified personnel
Danger of death from electric shock!
▷ Always have the electrical connections installed by a trained and qualified
electrician.
▷ Observe regulations IEC 60364.
WARNING
Incorrect connection to the mains
Damage to the mains network, short circuit!
▷ Observe the technical specifications of the local energy supply companies.