
1. INSTALLATION
IOM manual Tapflo TE series
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1.8.5.
Air pressure
The pump is equipped with an air treatment system mounted on the side housing of the pump.
The diaphragm is balanced by means of a support plate and
does not require compressed air
to operate
.
When discharge pressure is below 4 bar, pump
can
work without air support to the diaphragm.
Nevertheless over 2 bar on discharge we recommend to use air support for optimal diaphragm
lifetime. Below 2 bar we recommend not to use air support.
The air pressure on the output of the filter-regulator should be set to 1,5
± 0,2 bar. Do not
exceed the recommended air pressure.
Discharge pressure
Air side back-up
0
–
2 bar
Not recommended
2
–
4 bar
Recommended
As prevention purpose, a filtration of the air by means of a 5 micron filter or finer is
recommended. Recommended air quality according to PN-ISO8573-1:2010 is particles class 6,
water class 4 and oil class 4. Dirt or oil in the air can under unfortunate circumstances be the
cause of a breakdown.
ATTENTION!
If air support is utilized, it should only be used during pump operation. When pump has no
counter pressure, the air installation should also be relieved of pressure. Failure to do so may
result in premature diaphragm failure.
1.8.6.
Noise level
At tests, the noise level from a Tapflo pump has not exceeded 80 dB(A). Under some
circumstances, for example if the pump is operating under high speed, the noise can be
inconvenient or hazardous for personnel staying for long periods in the vicinity of the pump.
This hazard can be prevented by:
➢
using suitable ear protection;
➢
lowering the speed of the pump;
➢
using elastomer valve balls (EPDM, NBR or polyurethane) instead of PTFE, ceramic or
stainless steel, provided that the elastomer is compatible with the pumped liquid.
1.8.7.
Temperature hazards
➢
Raised temperature can cause damage on the pump and/or piping and may also be
hazardous for personnel in the vicinity of the pump/piping. Avoid quick temperature
changes and do not exceed the maximum temperature specified when the pump was
ordered. See also general max temperatures based on water in chapter
6
➢
When the pump is exposed to ambient temperature variations or if there is big difference
between the temperature of the product and the surrounding, the tightening torques of
the housing nuts should be checked periodically as part of preventive maintenance (please
contact Tapflo for interval proposals). Ambient temperature limits are form -20
º
C to +40
º
C.
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