Commissioning, Startup, Operation, and Shutdown
Model API 3171 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
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Pump operation precautions
General considerations
Operation at reduced capacity
WARNING:
• Risk of breach of containment and equipment damage. Excessive vibration levels can
cause damage to bearings, stuffing box, seal chamber, and/or mechanical seal. Observe
pump for vibration levels, bearing temperature, and excessive noise. If normal levels are
exceeded, shut down and resolve.
• 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
vaporization of pumpage.
• Risk of equipment damage and serious physical injury. Heat build-up can cause rotating
parts to score or seize. Observe pump for excessive heat build-up. If normal levels are
exceeded, shut down and resolve.
NOTICE:
Cavitation can cause damage to the internal surfaces of the pump. Ensure net positive suction
head available (NPSH
A
) always exceeds NPSH required (NPSH
3
) as shown on the published
performance curve of the pump.
Operation under freezing conditions
NOTICE:
Do not expose an idle pump to freezing conditions. Drain all liquid that is inside the pump and
any auxiliary equipment. Failure to do so can cause liquid to freeze and damage the pump.
Shut down the pump
WARNING:
Precautions must be taken to prevent physical injury. The pump may handle hazardous and/or
toxic fluids. Proper personal protective equipment should be worn. Pumpage must be handled
and disposed of in conformance with applicable environmental regulations.
1. Slowly close the discharge valve.
2. Shut down and lock out the driver to prevent accidental rotation.
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