CONTENTS
IOM manual Tapflo TF series
1
0.
GENERAL
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0.1.
Introduction
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0.2.
Warning symbols
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0.3.
Qualification and training of personnel
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1.
INSTALLATION
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1.1.
Operation principle
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1.2.
Receiving inspection
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1.3.
Lifting and transportation
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1.4.
Storage
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1.5.
Foundation
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1.6.
Suction and discharge piping
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1.6.1.
Rotary connections
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1.6.2.
Connection of suction pipe
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1.6.3.
Connection of discharge pipe
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1.7.
Health and safety
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1.7.1.
Protection
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1.7.2.
Explosion hazardous environments – ATEX
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1.7.3.
Air pressure
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1.7.4.
Noise level
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1.7.5.
Temperature hazards
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1.8.
Air connection
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1.8.1.
Air treatment system
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1.8.2.
Pressure ratio 2:1
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1.9.
Example of installation
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1.10.
Scope of supply
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2.
OPERATION
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2.1.
Before starting the pump
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2.2.
Starting and operation
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2.2.1.
Dry running
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2.2.2.
Optimization of the pump lifetime
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2.2.3.
Booster operation conditions
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2.3.
Pump stopping
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3.
MAINTENANCE
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3.1.
When the pump is new or reassembled
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