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5 Installation at Site
5.1 Safety regulations
5.2 Checking the site before installation
Place of installation
5.3.1 Installation on the foundation
Fig. 6: Fitting the shims
5.3 Installing the pump set
Always install the pump set in horizontal position.
DANG E R
Improper installation in potentially explosive atmospheres
Explosion hazard!
Damage to the pump set!
Comply with the applicable local explosion protection regulations.
Observe the information in the data sheet and on the name plates of pump and
motor.
WAR NING
Installation on foundations which are unsecured and cannot support the load
Personal injury and damage to property!
Make sure the foundation concrete is of sufficient strength (min. X0 to
DIN 1045).
Only place the pump set on a foundation whose concrete has set firmly.
Only place the pump set on a horizontal and level surface.
Refer to the weights given in the general arrangement drawing.
1. Check the structural requirements.
All structural work required must have been prepared in accordance with the dimensions
stated in the outline drawing/general arrangement drawing.
The foundation has the required strength and characteristics.
DANG E R
E xcessive temperatures due to improper installation
Explosion hazard!
Install the pump in horizontal position to ensure self-venting of the pump.
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2
4
3
1
Bolt-to-bolt clearance
2
Shim
3
Shim for bolt-to-bolt clearance >
800 mm
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Foundation bolt
5 Installation at Site