KSB KWP-Bloc, Installation & Operating Manual

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6 Commissioning/Start-up/Shutdown
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KWP-Bloc
6 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:
▪ The pump set has been mechanically connected as specified.
▪ The pump set has been properly connected to the power supply and is equipped
with all protection devices. (
ð Section 5.5, Page 25)
▪ The pump has been primed with the fluid to be handled. The pump has been
vented.
▪ The direction of rotation has been checked. ( ð Section 5.6, Page 26)
▪ All auxiliary connections required are connected and operational.
▪ The lubricants have been checked. (
ð
Section 7.2.3, Page 40)
▪
After prolonged shutdown of the pump (set), the activities required for returning
the equipment to service have been carried out. (
ð
Section 6.4, Page 35)
6.1.2 Filling in the lubricant
▪ Grease-lubricated bearings
Grease-lubricated bearings have been packed with grease at the factory.
▪ Lubricant reservoir for mechanical seals
The oil reservoir is not filled at the factory.
For horizontal installation of the pump, an oil reservoir can be fitted as an option.
For vertical installation of the pump, an oil reservoir must be fitted.
If oil lubrication is to be implemented, fill the oil reservoir as follows, prior to
commissioning of the pump set.
Oil quality see ( ð Section 7.2.3.2.2, Page 41)
Oil quantity see (
ð
Section 7.2.3.2.3, Page 41)
DANGER
Risk of potentially explosive atmosphere by mixing of incompatible fluids in the
auxiliary piping
Risk of burns!
Explosion hazard!
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Make sure that the barrier fluid or quench liquid are compatible with the fluid
handled.