Fig. 3: Transporting the pump set (motor below)
3.2
Storage/Preservation
If commissioning is to take place some time after delivery, we recommend that the
following measures be taken for pump (set) storage.
CAUTION
Damage during storage by humidity, dirt, or vermin
Corrosion/contamination of the pump (set)!
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For outdoor storage cover the pump (set) or the packaged pump (set) and
accessories with waterproof material.
CAUTION
Wet, contaminated or damaged openings and connections
Leakage or damage to the pump set!
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Only remove caps/covers from the openings of the pump set at the time of
installation.
Store the pump (set) in a dry, protected room where the atmospheric humidity is as
constant as possible.
If properly stored indoors, the pump set is protected for a maximum of 12 months.
New pumps/pump sets are supplied by our factory duly prepared for storage.
For storing a pump (set) which has already been operated, observe the instructions in
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3.3
Return to supplier
1. Drain the pump as per operating instructions.
2. Always flush and clean the pump, particularly if it has been used for handling
noxious, explosive, hot or other hazardous fluids.
3. If the fluids handled by the pump leave residues which might lead to corrosion
damage when coming into contact with atmospheric humidity, or which might
ignite when coming into contact with oxygen, the pump set must also be
neutralised, and anhydrous inert gas must be blown through the pump for
drying purposes.
4. Always complete and enclose a certificate of decontamination when returning
It is imperative to indicate any safety and decontamination measures taken.
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