Xylem LOWARA VOGEL Series Installation,Operation And Maintenance Instruction Download Page 19

Operating instructions 

 

Mechanical seals 

If the liquid being handled drips out at the mechanical seal, it is damaged and must be replaced.  
 

 

Before opening the pump, it is essential that you note Point 1.4 „Safety 
Instructions“, Point 4.8 „Dismantling“ and Point 8 „Repairs“. 

 

 

Oil changing

 

(only with oil-lubricated pumps) 

 

After the first 200 operating hours, drain off the oil (oil drains „AS“) and rinse with fresh oil. 
Close oil drains „AS“ again and fill in oil at connections „FS“ (for all connections, see 
„Summary of Screwed Connections“ in Appendix) in accordance with Point 2.3. Fill to level 
described in Point 2.3. 

 

After this, change oil every six months or every year (depends on air humidity). 

 

If the pump is left idle for any length of time, the oil should be changed after two years. 

 

For choice and quantity of oil, see Point 2.3 „Bearings and Lubrication“. 

 

Old oil should be disposed of in accordance with the valid national environmental 
regulations.
 

 

Grease lubrication

 

 

Bearings on pumps that are lubricated for life require no maintenance. 

 

If the pump is left non-operational for any length of time, the grease in the bearings should be 
changed after four years. 

 

Couplings

 

Check the play in the coupling components regularly approx. every 1000 operating hours. 
 

If wear is heavy, it must be assumed that the motor is not properly aligned with the 
pump or that the distance between the coupling sections has changed.                        
Replace worn elements and re-install or adjust coupling, as described in Point 4.2. 

 

Cleaning the pump 

Dirt on the outside of the pump has an adverse effect on transmission of heat. The pump should 
therefore be cleaned with water at regular intervals (depending on the degree of dirt). 
 

The pump should not be cleaned with pressurised water -  water will get into the 
bearings 

 

6. Longer periods of non-operation 

 

After long stationary periods, packings may have hardened; these must be replaced 
before start-up. 
When starting up, follow the instructions for starting up for the first time (see Point  

 

 

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Summary of Contents for LOWARA VOGEL Series

Page 1: ...lation Operation and Maintenance Instruction Translation of the Original Operation Manual en Keep for further use Pay attention to this operating instruction before the delivery installation start up...

Page 2: ...Xylem Service Austria GmbH Ernst Vogel Stra e 2 A 2000 Stockerau Telefon 43 0 2266 604 Fax 43 0 2266 65311 E Mail info austria xyleminc com Internet www xylemaustria com...

Page 3: ...tion Bearing sizes and oil quantities Grease lubrication 3 Transport Handling and Storage 3 1 Transport Handling 3 2 Storage 4 Installation Operation 4 1 Assembly and connection of pump 4 2 Installati...

Page 4: ...p 6 Longer periods of non operation 6 1 Drained pumps 6 2 Filled pumps 7 Faults Causes and Solutions 8 Repairs 9 Spare Parts Spare Pumps 9 1 Spare parts Ordering spare parts 9 2 Stand by pumps 10 Plan...

Page 5: ...y it is essential that these Operating Instructions and the operating conditions and working limits given in the Confirmation of Order are also passed on in full These Operating Instructions do not ta...

Page 6: ...tor must confirm this by signing the Plant Manager List see Point 10 These Operating Instructions do not refer to the General Regulations on Accident Prevention or local safety and or operating regula...

Page 7: ...ressure All parts must be allowed to return to ambient temperature Make sure that no one can start the motor during such work It is essential that the procedure for stopping the system described in th...

Page 8: ...e is given in the sheets of characteristic curves We can supply leaflets for calculation of NPSH values on request Sealing Flushing Cooling Suitable facilities for the regulation and monitoring of sea...

Page 9: ...pump under the Notes on construction Instructions on packing a stuffing box and on installing and operating mechanical seals are given in the relevant detail drawings in the Appendix See Appendix Ope...

Page 10: ...grease and are thus ready for use If the type of grease is changed check that it is compatible with the left over oil 3 Transport Handling Storage 3 1 Transport Handling Check the pump pump unit immed...

Page 11: ...flanges or plugs see also chapter 6 Longer periods of non operation 4 Installation Operation 4 1 Assembly and connection of pump The pump and motor pump unit must be provided with a shared foundation...

Page 12: ...between the pump motor and the foundation base fit snugly 4 2 Installation and Alignment of Coupling Make sure that nobody can start the motor during work on the coupling According to Accident Preven...

Page 13: ...be turned When aligning keep the parallel and angular displacement of the shaft ends to a minimum The alignment can be more precise if a dial gauge is used The permitted displacement for your coupling...

Page 14: ...reased wear on bearings couplings and shaft seals 4 3 Connecting the pipes to the pump Suction and discharge pipe The pipes must be of a size and design that liquid can flow freely into the pump and t...

Page 15: ...s and quantities are necessary The position and size of connections to the pump are given in the Appendix Summary of Screwed Connections The relevant detail drawing of the shaft sealing contains a dia...

Page 16: ...itch on any sealing flushing or cooling devices that are provided See Data Sheet for quantity and pressure Open slide valve in suction intake pipe Set discharge side slide valve to approx 25 of rated...

Page 17: ...should be max 50 C above ambient temperature and should not exceed 90 C check at least once a week Check oil level at least once a week and top up if necessary Check leakage rate from packings at leas...

Page 18: ...is dismantled Before starting to disassemble the pump unit make sure that it cannot be switched on again The pump casing must be depressurised and empty All valves in the suction intake and discharge...

Page 19: ...lations Grease lubrication Bearings on pumps that are lubricated for life require no maintenance If the pump is left non operational for any length of time the grease in the bearings should be changed...

Page 20: ...nges the pump the design data on the Data Sheet and Points 1 2 1 4 of these Operating Instructions should be particularly taken into account If necessary the written agreement of the manufacturer must...

Page 21: ...p and or pipes not completely filled with liquid fill vent 8 Pump or suction intake pipe blocked clean 9 Air pocket in pipeline vent improve course of pipe 10 NPSH of system too small increase liquid...

Page 22: ...packing material use suitable material check shaft or shaft sleeve for damage beforehand 21 Deposits on mechanical seal clean replace mechanical seal if necessary if necessary provide additional rinsi...

Page 23: ...rings adjust in line with the system pressure intake pressure given on ordering 33 System related vibrations resonance seek assistance 34 Manometer indicator wrong check manometer get rid of blockages...

Page 24: ...4 5 6 7 90 i no of steps To ensure optimum availability we recommend that suitable quantities of spare parts are held in stock especially if these are made from special materials and in the case of m...

Page 25: ...ow to confirm that he has received read and understood these Operating Instructions He undertakes to follow the instructions conscientiously If these instructions are not followed the manufacturer s g...

Page 26: ...tor shall duly enter all maintenance and service work that has been carried out and shall see that the person responsible confirms such work by signing below maintenance work Date Signature Plant oper...

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