Flowserve BP User Manual
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BP USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 85392725 10-09 (E)
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2 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
2.1 Consignment receipt and unpacking
Immediately after receipt of the equipment it must be 
checked against the delivery/shipping documents for 
its completeness and that there has been no damage 
in transportation. Any shortage and/or damage must 
be reported immediately to Flowserve Pump Division 
and must be received in writing within one month of 
receipt of the equipment. Later claims cannot be 
accepted. 
 
Check any crate, boxes or wrappings for any 
accessories or spare parts that may be packed 
separately with the equipment or attached to side 
walls of the box or equipment. 
 
Each product has a unique serial number. Check that 
this number corresponds with that advised and 
always quote this number in correspondence as well 
as when ordering spare parts or further accessories. 
 
2.2 Handling
Boxes, crates, pallets or cartons may be unloaded 
using fork lift vehicles or slings dependent on their 
size and construction. 
 
2.3 Lifting
A crane must be used for all pump sets.. Fully
trained personnel must carry out lifting, in accordance 
with local regulations. 
 
Slings, ropes and other lifting gear should be 
positioned where they cannot slip and where a 
balanced lift is obtained. 
 
2.3.1 Bare 
pump
The bare pump should be lifted by the lifting eye as 
shown: 
 
Before lifting the driver alone, refer to the 
manufacturer’s instructions. 
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 pump at intervals to prevent 
brinelling of the bearings and the seal faces, if fitted, 
from sticking. 
 
The pump may be stored as above for up to 6 
months. Consult Flowserve for preservative actions 
when a longer storage period is needed. 
 
2.5 Recycling and end of 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 requirements. If the 
product contains substances that 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 that may be used in 
the "seal system" or other utilities. 
Make sure that hazardous substances 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.
