Flowserve APKD - Manual (Page 12)

APKD DOUBLE-CASE, DOUBLE-SUCTION USER INSTRUCTIONS 26999903 07-13
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2.4 Storage
Store the pump in a clean, dry location
away from vibration. Leave piping connection covers
in place to keep dirt and other foreign material out of
pump casing. Turn the pump at frequent intervals to
prevent brinelling of the bearings and the seal faces,
if fitted, from sticking.
2.4.1
Inspection before storage
a) Inspect the preservative coating/painted surfaces
on the various parts. Touch up the areas, If
necessary.
b) Inspect all covers over pump openings and piping
connections. If found damaged, remove the
covers and inspect interiors of the opening for any
deposits of foreign materials or water.
c) If necessary, clean and preserve the interior parts
as noted above to restore the parts to the "as
shipped" condition. Replace covers and fasten
securely.
2.4.2
Short term storage (up to 6 months)
Follow the steps given in section 2.4.1. Select a
storage space so that the unit will not be subjected to
excess moisture, extreme weather conditions,
corrosive fumes, or other harmful conditions.
Driver storage instructions: Check driver
manufacturer’s User Instructions
2.4.3
Long term or extended storage
If a situation arises for a long-term storage, ( more
than 6 months) please contact Flowserve for special
storage instructions and warranty related information.
2.5 Recycling and end o
f product life
At the end of the service life of the product or its
parts, the relevant materials and parts should be
recycled or disposed of using an environmentally
acceptable method and local regulations. If the
product contains substances which are harmful to the
environment, these should be removed and disposed
of in accordance with current regulations. This also
includes the liquids and or gases in the "seal system"
or other utilities.
Make sure that hazardous substances or
toxic fluids are disposed of safely and that the correct
personal protective equipment is used. The safety
specifications must be in accordance with the current
regulations at all times.
3 DESCRIPTION
Should questions arise concerning the pump,
Flowserve pump division will require the complete
serial number to be of assistance. The serial number
is stamped on a metal nameplate affixed to the
discharge head assembly. The driver will have a
separate nameplate attached to it. If you are
requesting information on the driver, please provide
both the driver serial number and the pump serial
number for Flowserve representative.
3.1 Configuration
APKD’s, are engineered pumps as:(a) Wet pit type
and (b) suction barrel (can) type pumps. The pumps
vary in size, impeller types and length, and type of
discharge head used
3.1.1
Sump and deep well VTP
Figure 3.1