Commissioning, Startup, Operation, and Shutdown
Model API 3171 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
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Shaft sealing with a mechanical seal
Precautions
WARNING:
The mechanical seal used in an Ex-classified environment must be properly certified.
NOTICE:
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The mechanical seal must have an appropriate seal-flush system. Failure to do so will
result in excess heat generation and seal failure.
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Cooling systems such as those for bearing lubrication and mechanical-seal systems
must be operating properly to prevent excess heat generation, sparks, and premature
failure.
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Sealing systems that are not self-purging or self-venting, such as plan 23, require
manual venting prior to operation. Failure to do so will result in excess heat generation and
seal failure.
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Follow seal manufacturer's guidelines for proper seal installation procedures.
Shipping
Pumps may be shipped with or without a mechanical seal installed.
Cartridge-type mechanical seals
Cartridge-type mechanical seals are commonly used. Cartridge seals are preset by the seal
manufacturer and require no field settings. Cartridge seals installed by the user require
disengagement of the holding clips prior to operation, allowing the seal to slide into place.
Customers should always check to make sure the clips have been disengaged prior to starting
the pump.
Other mechanical seal types
For other types of mechanical seals, refer to the instructions provided by the seal manufacturer
for installation and setting.
Shaft sealing with a stuffing box
This pump is a sealless design. Therefore, when temperatures exceed 82°C | 180°F, you must
move the thrust bearing away from the heat source in the pump by adding the upper stuffing
box. Air can then circulate around the bearing in order to keep it cool.
The upper stuffing box is also used to minimize vapor emissions when the pump handles
controlled substances.
Steam jacket pumps (molten sulfur construction)
The steam jacketed connections are located on the support plate. The "steam in" line is
connected to an appropriate source of steam, and the "steam out/condensate" connections are
made as dictated by the installation requirements. A suitable trap should be used.
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