Goulds Pumps 3296M - IOM - Manual (Page 14)

RECEIVING THE PUMP
Inspect the pump as soon as it is received. Make notes
of damaged or missing items on the receipt and freight
bill. File any claims with the transportation company
immediately.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Short Term - (Less than 3 months) Goulds normal
packaging procedure is designed to protect the pump
during shipping. Upon receipt store in a covered and
dry location.
Long Term - (More than 6 months) Preservative
treatment of bearings and machined surfaces will be
required. Rotate shaft several times every 3 months.
Refer to driver and coupling manuals for their long
term storage procedures. Store in a dry covered
location.
HANDLING
s
! WARNING
Failure to properly lift and support equipment
could result in serious injury or damage to pumps.
Use care when moving pumps. Lifting equipment must
be able to adequately support the entire assembly.
Hoist bare pumps, using a sling under the suction
flange and bearing housing.
Baseplate mounted units are moved with slings under
the pump and driver.
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3296 M Group 6/05