Bell & Gossett P71396C Series 80-SC Spacer-Coupled Vertical In-Line Centrifugal Pump - Manual (Page 14)

Guideline Explanation/comment
Make sure that the space around the pump is sufficient. This facilitates ventilation, inspection, maintenance,
and service.
If you require lifting equipment such as a hoist or tackle,
make sure that there is enough space above the pump.
For pumps with the optional ITSC installed, be careful not to
damage the ITSC during lifting. Do not wrap the sling around
the ITSC.
This makes it easier to properly use the lifting
equipment and safely remove and relocate the
components to a safe location.
Protect the unit from weather and water damage due to rain,
flooding, and freezing temperatures.
This is applicable if nothing else is specified.
Do not install and operate the equipment in closed systems
unless the system is constructed with properly-sized safety
devices and control devices.
Acceptable devices:
• Pressure relief valves
• Expansion tanks
• Pressure controls
• Temperature controls
• Flow controls
If the system does not include these devices, consult
the engineer or architect in charge before you operate
the pump.
Take into consideration the occurrence of unwanted noise
and vibration.
The best pump location for noise and vibration
absorption is on a concrete floor with subsoil
underneath.
If the pump location is overhead, undertake special
precautions to reduce possible noise transmission.
Consider a consultation with a noise specialist.
When possible, locate the pump below the fluid level. This facilitates priming, ensures a steady flow of
liquid, and provides a positive suction head on the
pump.
Piping checklist
WARNING:
• The heating of water and other fluids causes volumetric expansion. The associated
forces can cause the failure of system components and the release of high-
temperature fluids. In order to prevent this, install properly sized and located
compression tanks and pressure-relief valves. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury or death, or property damage.
• Avoid serious personal injury and property damage. Make sure that the flange bolts
are adequately torqued.
• Never force piping to make a connection with a pump.
Check Explanation/comment Checked
Check that a section of straight pipe, with a length that
is five times its diameter, is installed between the
suction side of the pump and the first elbow, or that a
B&G Suction Diffuser is installed.
This reduces suction turbulence by
straightening the flow of liquid before it enters
the pump.
Check that the suction and discharge pipes are
supported independently by use of pipe hangers near
the pump .
This eliminates pipe strain on the pump .
Check that there is a strong, rigid support for the
suction and discharge lines.
As a rule, ordinary wire or band hangers are not
adequate to maintain proper alignment.
For pumps with flanges, check that the bolt holes in
the pump flanges match the bolt holes in the pipe
flanges.
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