Finish Thompson AC6, AC8, AC8H, AC6H Assembly, Installation And Operation Manual

AC6/6H & AC8/8H

Horizontal Metric Models

ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND

OPERATION MANUAL

Part No. 108203

EU Declaration of Conformity

Finish Thompson Inc. hereby declares that the following machine(s) fully comply with the applicable
health and safety requirements as specified by the EU Directives listed. The product may not be
taken into service until it has been established that the drive motor for the centrifugal pump
complies with the provisions of all relevant EU Directives. The complete product complies with the
provisions of the EC Directive on machinery safety provided motors carry CE marking.

This declaration is valid provided that the devices are fully assembled and no modifications are
made to these devices.

Type of Device:

Centrifugal Pumps

Models:

AC/AK/AV - 400/500/600/800 GP-11/22/32 VKC-5.5/

6/6H/7/8/10

DB-3/4/5/5.5/6/6H/7/8/9/10/11/15/22 MSKC SP-10/11/15/22

KC-3/4/5/5.5/6/6H/8/10/11/22/32 MSVKC

UC-1516/1516L/1518/1518L/2110/3158/326/326H/328/436/438/4310H/326H/4310H/6410

EU Directives:

Machinery Safety (2006/42/EC)

Applied Harmonized Standards:

EN ISO 12100

EN 809

Manufacturer: Finish

Thompson Inc.

921 Greengarden Road

Erie, Pennsylvania 16501-1591 U.S.A

Signed,

President

1 August 2016

Person(s) Authorized to Compile Technical File: Finish Thompson GmbH

Otto-Hahn-Strasse 16

Maintal, D-63477

DEU

Telephone: [phone]

EU Declaration of Conformity

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FTZU 05 A127-05

Manufactured by:

Finish Thompson, Inc.
921 Greengarden Road
Erie, Pennsylvania 16501 U.S.A.
Phone: [phone]
Fax [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.finishthompson.com

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Ex h IIIC TX Db

This declaration applies to Finish Thompson AC Series pumps.

Finish Thompson declares under our sole responsibility that the product listed above conforms to the relevant
provisions of EU directive 2014/34/EU of 26 February 2014 for equipment and protective systems intended for use
in potentially explosive atmospheres, and is certified for safe use in Atmosphere Group IIC/IIIC category 2 areas.

This product has used the following harmonized standards to verify conformance:

Non-electrical equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres: EN ISO 80079-36:2016
Basic Methods and Requirements.

Non-electrical equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres: EN ISO 80079-37:2016
Protection by construction safety “ch.” and control of ignition source “bh”

This product must not be used in areas other than specified above. If in doubt consult an authorized

distributor, or refer to the manufacturer Finish Thompson.

Approved by:

Date: 5/5/2017

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Description Page Number

Model/Serial Number ................................................................................................. 5

Important Notice ........................................................................................................ 5

Chemical Reaction Disclaimer .................................................................................... 5

Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................... 5-6

Capabilities ................................................................................................................ 6

Maximum Working Pressure & Temperature ....................................................... 6

Solids ................................................................................................................. 6

Minimum Flow Rate ........................................................................................... 6

Section 1 - Assembly ................................................................................................. 7

Section II - Installation ................................................................................................ 8

Section III - Start-up & Operation ................................................................................ 8-9

Start-up ............................................................................................................. 9

Shutdown ........................................................................................................... 9

Flush Systems .................................................................................................... 9

Section IV - Maintenance ........................................................................................... 9

Disassembly ....................................................................................................... 9

Reassembly ........................................................................................................ 10

AC6/AC6H Exploded View Diagram ..................................................................... 11

AC6/AC6H Parts List ........................................................................................... 12

AC8/AC8H Exploded View Diagram...................................................................... 12

AC8AC8H Parts List ............................................................................................. 12

Section V - Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 13

Section VI - Warranty ................................................................................................. 13

For factory assistance with repairs or maintenance, call 1-800-888-3743.

FTI Contacts:

Tech Service: 800-888-3743 or techservice@finishthompson.com
Order Fax: [phone] or 814-455-8518
Sales: 814-455-4478; 800-934-9384 (U.S. & Canada)

Model Number and Serial Number

Record the model number and serial number below for future reference. This is important information when ordering replacement
parts or when technical assistance is required. The numbers are found on a label located on the motor adapter.
MODEL NUMBER ___________________________

SERIAL NUMBER __________________________

Chemical Reaction Disclaimer

The user must exercise primary responsibility in selecting the products materials of construction, which are compatible with the
fluid(s) that come(s) in contact with the product. The user may consult Finish Thompson, Inc. (manufacturer) and a manufacturer’s
representative/distributor agent to seek a recommendation of the products material of construction that offers the optimum available
chemical compatibility.

However neither manufacturer nor agent shall be liable for product damage or failure, injuries, or any other damage or loss arising
out of a reaction, interaction or any chemical effect that occurs between the materials of the products construction and fluids that
come into contact with the products components.

Safety Precautions

WARNING: READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS UNIT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE

PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING: Hot surfaces. This pump is capable of handling liquids with temperatures as high as 300F (149C). This may

cause the outer areas of the pump to become hot as well and could cause burns.

WARNING: Rotating Parts. This pump has components that rotate while in operation. Follow local safety standards for locking

out the motor from the power supply during maintenance or service.

WARNING: Chemical Hazard. This pump is used for transferring many types of potentially dangerous chemicals. Always wear
protective clothing, eye protection and follow standard safety procedures when handling corrosive or personally harmful materials.
Proper procedures should be followed for draining and decontaminating the pump before disassembly and inspection of the pump.
There may be small quantities of chemicals present during inspection.

WARNING: Never run pump at less than minimum flow or with the discharge valve closed. This could lead to pump failure.

WARNING: The pump and associated components are heavy. Failure to properly support the pump during lifting and move-

ment could result in serious injury or damage to the pump and components.

CAUTION: This pump should never be started without liquid in the casing. IT CANNOT BE RUN DRY WITHOUT CAUSING DAMAGE
TO THE PUMP. It is recommended that run dry protection be used. Optional electronic power monitors are available to help protect
against run dry.

CAUTION: Never start or operate with a closed suction valve.

WARNING: Operation without priming or against a closed discharge valve can result in high temperatures that can result in

injury or damage to pump components.

CAUTION: Always provide adequate NPSHa (net positive suction head available). It is recommended to provide at least 2 feet
(61 cm) above the NPSHr (net positive suction head required).

CAUTION: If pump is used on variable speed drive, do not exceed the frequency for which the pump was designed (for exam­ple, if the pump is a 50 Hz model, do not exceed 50 Hz).

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