Receiving the pump, Warning, Installation and operation checklist – Goulds Pumps AF (Axial Flow) (42"/1200mm/54/60"/66") LM/LMR Bearings - IOM" User Manual
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RECEIVING THE PUMP
Inspect the pump as soon as it is received.
Carefully check that everything is in good order.
Make notes of damaged or missing items on the
receipt and freight bill. File any claims with the
transportation company as soon as possible.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Short Term: (Less than 6 months) Gould’s normal
packaging is via a skid. It is designed to protect
the pump during shipping only. Upon receipt, store
in a covered and dry location.
Long Term: (More than 6 months) Gould’s long-
term packaging via crating. Preservative treatment
of bearings and machined surfaces is required.
Rotate the shaft several times every 3 months.
Refer to drive manufacturer's instruction manual
for their long-term storage procedures. Store in a
covered dry location
Note: Long-term storage treatment can be
purchased with initial pump order.
UNCRATING/DE-SKIDDING
Care should be taken when uncrating or de-skidding
pumps. If shipment is not delivered in proper order, and in
accordance with the bill of lading, note the damage or
shortage on both the receipt and freight bill. Make any
claims to the transportation company promptly. Instruction
books and sheets are included in the shipment - DO NOT
DISCARD.
LIFTING THE PUMP/SUB-BASE
WARNING
Pump and components are heavy. Failure to properly
lift and support equipment could result in serious
physical injury or damage to pumps.
Use care when moving pumps. Lifting equipment must be
able to adequately support the entire assembly. Lift
assembled unit by the lifting holes found in the sub-base.
If the motor, sheaves, and guard are in place, be sure that
the lifting cable or chain clears these components. If
necessary remove the guard or use a spreader bar to
prevent damage. In case the motor ships separate use the
eyebolts or lifting lugs found on the motor to hoist it into
place on the sub-base.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION CHECKLIST
COMPLETE INITIAL DESCRIPTION
PAGE NO.
Manual read and understood
1~54
Level foundation
15
Level subbase
16
Check motor rotation ---CW _____ ---CCW _____
28
Component rough alignment complete
21~26
V-belt tension and alignment per drive mfgr.
21,22
Coupling alignment per cplg mfgr.
22
Piping installed and alignment rechecked
19, 20
Mech. seal adjusted per mfgr.
Mfgrs Mnl
Seal flush lines connected
41
Impeller alignment and clearance set ______ Inch/Side
27
Pump shaft-free turning
30
Bearing lubrication
30, 38
V-belt or coupling guards installed
9, 22,30
Motor electrical connections
Mfgrs Man’l
2
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