Goulds Pumps 3640 - IOM - Manual (Page 19)

Installation
Installation
Preinstallation
Precautions
WARNING:
• When installing in a potentially explosive environment, make sure that the motor is properly certified.
• You must earth (ground) all electrical equipment. This applies to the pump equipment, the driver, and
any monitoring equipment. Test the earth (ground) lead to verify that it is connected correctly.
• Electrical Connections must be made by certified electricians in compliance with all international,
national, state, and local rules.
NOTICE:
Supervision by an authorized ITT representative is recommended to ensure proper installation.
Failure to do so may result in equipment damage or decreased performance.
Pump location guidelines
WARNING:
Assembled units and their components are heavy. Failure to properly lift and support this equipment can
result in serious physical injury and/or equipment damage. Lift equipment only at the specifically identified
lifting points. Lifting devices such as eyebolts, slings, and spreaders must be rated, selected, and used for
the entire load being lifted.
Guideline Explanation/comment
Keep the pump as close to the liquid source as This minimizes the friction loss and keeps the
practically possible. suction piping as short as possible.
Make sure that the space around the pump is This facilitates ventilation, inspection, maintenance,
sufficient. and service.
If you require lifting equipment such as a hoist or This makes it easier to properly use the lifting
tackle, make sure that there is enough space above equipment and safely remove and relocate the
the pump.
components to a safe location.
Protect the unit from weather and water damage This is applicable if nothing else is specified.
due to rain, flooding, and freezing temperatures.
Do not install and operate the equipment in closed
Acceptable devices:
systems unless the system is constructed with • Pressure relief valves
properly-sized safety devices and control devices. • Compression 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 The best pump location for noise and vibration
noise and vibration.
absorption is on a concrete floor with subsoil
underneath.
If the pump location is overhead, undertake special Consider a consultation with a noise specialist.
precautions to reduce possible noise transmission.
Foundation requirements
Requirements
• The foundation must be able to absorb any type of vibration and form a permanent, rigid
support for the unit.
• The location and size of the foundation bolt holes must match those shown on the
assembly drawing provided with the pump data package.
• The foundation must weigh between two and three times the weight of the pump.
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