KSB LCV, Installation & Operating Manual

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LCV [en-US]
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Storage Upon Receipt and up to 3 Months:
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Pump should stored indoors and out of the weather until ready for installation.
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In construction environments where indoor storage is not available, store the pump on blocks or pallets, build a frame
around it and cover with tarpaulin.
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Frame must be able to withstand snow and wind, anchored and built in a manner to last the entire time pump
is in storage. Shelter must be continuously maintained in a stable and leak free condition.
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Ensure the tarpaulin does not touch the pump, since this can lead to condensation. Leave the bottom open
for ventilation. Minimum Tarp requirements: 610gsm (18oz) Vinyl, 0.5mm (20mil) thick, Water proof & UV
(ultraviolet) resistant
Storage Exceeding 3 Months
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If pump is exposed to the weather at any time the frame requirements still stand.
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The Wet End pump parts should be drained and isolated from reaction vessel gasses.
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Check the rust inhibitor coatings on bare metal surfaces and renew exposed areas.
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Check the painted surfaces for any signs of corrosion or breaks in the coatings and touch-up as needed.
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Check that the threaded holes are protected with grease and plugged.
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Grease lubricated bearing assemblies do not require monthly rotation.
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If the pump is fitted with a mechanical seal, precautions may need to be taken before rotating the shaft. Refer to the
seal manufacturer’s maintenance manual for instructions.
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Pumps with InPro/Seal® bearing isolators must be coated externally with white grease or petroleum jelly to seal the
gap between the rotor and stator. Units equipped with a vent kit must have the vents either removed and plugged, or
blocked to prevent air exchange.
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Vertical pumps should be stored horizontally, and the blocking on the shaft should be left in place until the pump is
ready to be installed.
Storage Exceeding 12 Months (Long Term Storage)
The following information on long term storage pertains to GIW pump assemblies only and does NOT cover any auxiliary
equipment such as motors, gearboxes, lube oil systems, etc... Long term storage for auxiliary equipment must be included in
the contract and negotiated with sub-vendors at time of order.
At 12 months storage and again at 24 months of storage, the following additional actions should be taken:
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Check the rust inhibitor coatings on bare metal surfaces and renew exposed areas.
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Check the painted surfaces for any signs of corrosion or breaks in the coatings and touch-up as needed.
Installed Spares (Idle Pumps)
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After being idle to 1 or more months, shafts must be rotated through five (5) or more revolutions, either manually or by
a short duration start-up.
3.2.3 Pump Parts Storage
CAUTION
For proper storage ensure:
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All machined surfaces must be coated with rust protector
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Grease and plug all drilled and threaded holes
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Check monthly for paint breakdown on casting
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Check monthly for visible sign of rust on machine surface
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Check monthly forgeign matter buildup in drilled/threaded holes
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Remove rust with wire brush and recoat machined surfaces with a rust inhibitor as needed
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Remove rust with wire brush and repaint casting surfaces as needed
All pump parts must be stored indoors. The only exception is for large castings such as pedestals, pump casings,
impellers, etc… See chart below for details.