b) A vacuum tank and a vacuum gauge can be installed near the primer pump and the vacuum
switch set to automatically start or stop the primer pump according to the vacuum required to
keep the system primed.
5.15 Start the pump
WARNING:
Risk of equipment damage, seal failure and breach of containment. Ensure all flush and cool-
ing systems are operating correctly prior to starting pump.
NOTICE:
•
Risk of equipment damage due to dry operation. Immediately observe the pressure
gauges. If discharge pressure is not quickly attained, stop the driver immediately, reprime,
and attempt to restart the pump.
•
To avoid risk of equipment damage, observe the pump for vibration levels, bearing tem-
perature, and excessive noise. If normal levels are exceeded, shut down the pump and
resolve the issue.
1.
Fully close the discharge valve, depending on system conditions.
2.
Start the driver.
3.
Slowly open the discharge valve until the pump reaches the desired flow.
4.
Immediately check the pressure gauge to ensure that the pump quickly reaches the correct dis-
charge pressure.
5.
If the pump fails to reach the correct pressure, perform these steps:
a) Stop the driver.
b) Restart the driver.
6.
Monitor the pump while it is operating:
a) Check the pump for bearing temperature, excessive vibration, and noise.
b) If the pump exceeds normal levels, then shut down the pump immediately and correct the prob-
lem.
7.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the pump runs properly.
5.16 Pump operation precautions
General considerations
WARNING:
•
Risk of serious personal injury or property damage. Dry running may cause rotating parts
within the pump to seize to non-moving parts. Do not run dry.
•
Risk of explosion and serious physical injury. Do not operate pump with blocked system
piping or with suction or discharge valves closed. This can result in rapid heating and va-
porization of pumpage.
5.15 Start the pump
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