Table 8: Transport options for the can
<120°
<120°
Transporting the can in horizontal
position
Transporting the can in vertical position
3.3
Storage/Preservation
If commissioning is to take place some time after delivery, we recommend that the
following measures be taken for pump (set) storage.
CAUTION
Damage during storage by humidity, dirt, or vermin
Corrosion/contamination of the pump (set)!
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For outdoor storage cover the packed or unpacked pump (set) and accessories
with waterproof material.
CAUTION
Wet, contaminated or damaged openings and connections
Leakage or damage to the pump set!
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Only remove caps/covers from the openings of the pump set at the time of
installation.
Store the pump (set) in a dry, protected room where the atmospheric humidity is as
constant as possible.
If properly stored indoors, the pump set is protected for a maximum of 12 months.
New pumps/pump sets are supplied by our factory duly prepared for storage.
For storing a pump (set) which has already been operated, observe the instructions
in .
3.3.1 Period of storage longer than 12 months
WARNING
If stored for more than five years, the sealing function could be impaired
Risk of injury, e.g. cuts caused by fluid jets, burns and scalds by hot, pressurised fluid
escaping!
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After a storage period of more than five years, dismantle the pump before it is
installed and replace the sealing elements, e.g. O-rings.
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Check sealing elements, e.g. O-rings, for any damage before fitting them.
If the requisite preservation measures have not been performed by KSB (special
preservation), they must be discussed with and approved by KSB prior to putting the
pump into storage.
Preservation
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