Transport, storage and disposal
4.4
Removing the preservative
Only necessary for pumps treated with preservative
WARNING
Risk of poisoning from preservatives and cleaning agents
in the foodstuffs and drinking water sector!
Only use cleaning agents which are compatible with the
pumped liquid (→ 9.2.5 Cleaning agents, Page 40).
Completely remove all preservative.
NOTE
High water pressure or spray water can damage bearings!
Do not clean bearing areas with a water or steam jet.
NOTE
Damage to seals due to wrong cleaning agents!
Ensure the cleaning agent does not corrode the seals.
1. Choose the cleaning agent according to the application.
(→ 9.2.5 Cleaning agents, Page 40).
2. Dispose of cleaning agents in accordance with local regu-
lations.
3. For storage times in excess of 6 months:
–
Replace the elastomer parts made of EP rubber
(EPDM).
–
Check all elastomer parts (O-rings, shaft seals) for
proper elasticity and replace them if necessary.
4.5
Disposal
Plastic parts can be contaminated by poisonous or radioac-
tive pumped media to such an extent that cleaning is insuf-
ficient.
WARNING
Risk of poisoning and environmental damage by the
pumped medium or oil!
Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
the pump.
Prior to the disposal of the pump:
–
Catch and dispose of any escaping pumped medium
or oil in accordance with local regulations.
–
Neutralize residues of pumped medium in the pump.
–
Removing the preservative (→ 4.4 Removing the
preservative, Page 15).
Remove any plastic parts and dispose of them in accor-
dance with local regulations.
Dispose of the pump in accordance with local regulations.
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