General Pump KT - Manual (Page 26)

GENERAL PUMP
A member of the Interpump Group
KT SERIES
12. PUMP STORAGE
12.1 Long-term Inactivity
If the pump is started for the first time after a long period from the date of shipment, before operation, check the oil
level, inspect the valves as specified in Chapter 10, then follow described star-up procedures.
12.1 Filling the Pump With An Anti-Corrosion Emulsion or Anti-freeze By Using An External Diaphragm Pump
As In The Layout Shown in Paragraph 9.7.
• In place of the service tank, use a suitable container containing the solution to be pumped.
• Close the filter drainage, if open.
• Make sure that the hoses to be used are clean inside and spread grease on their connections.
• Connect the high pressure exhaust hose to the pump
• Connect the suction hose to the diaphragm pump
• Connect the suction hose between the pump head and the diaphragm pump.
• Fill the service container with solution.
• Insert the free ends of the suction hose and the high pressure exhaust hose inside the container.
• Switch on the diaphragm pump.
• Pump the solution until it exits from the high pressure hose.
• Continue pumping for at least another minute.
• Stop the pump and remove the previously connected hoses.
• Clean, grease and plug the connections on the pump head.
The characteristics of the solution can be strengthened if necessary by adding, for example, Shell Donax.
13. PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FREEZING
In areas and periods of the year where there is risk of freezing, follow the instructions indicated in Chapter 12.
In the presence of ice, in no case must the pump be started until the entire circuit has been completely
thawed out; not complying with this indication may cause serious damage to the pump.
14. WARRANTY TERMS
The pump is guaranteed for a period of 5 years from the delivery date, with the exception of parts subject to wear. In
any case, please refer to the contract terms for other warranty conditions. The warranty is void if:
a) The pump has been used for purposes that differ from that agreed.
b) The pump has been fit with an electric or diesel engine with performance greater than that indicated in the table.
c) The required safety devices were un-adjusted or disconnected.
d) The pump was used with accessories or spare parts not supplied by General Pump.
e) Damage was caused by:
1) improper use
2) the non-observance of maintenance instructions
3) use not compliant with operating instructions
4) insufficient flow rate
5) faulty installation
6) incorrect positioning or sizing of the hoses
7) non-authorized design changes
8) cavitation
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