Pump Division
Type: WDX
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
USER INSTRUCTIONS:
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE
PCN=71576322 06-05 (E)
These instructions must be read prior to installing,
operating, using and maintaining this equipment.
WDX USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 71576322 06-05
CONTENTS
PAGE
1 INTRODUCTIONAND SAFETY..........................4
PAGE
6 MAINTENANCE................................................28
1.1 General.......................................................4
1.2 CE marking and approvals...........................4
1.3 Disclaimer...................................................4
1.4 Copyright....................................................4
1.5 Duty conditions............................................4
1.6 Safety.........................................................5
1.7 Safety labels summary.................................8
1.8 Specific machine performance......................8
1.9 Noiselevel..................................................9
2 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE..........................10
2.1 Consignment receipt and unpacking...........10
2.2 Handling...................................................10
2.3 Lifting........................................................11
2.4 Storage.....................................................12
2.5 Recycling and end of product life................12
3 PUMP DESCRIPTION.......................................12
3.1 Configurations...........................................12
3.2 Nomenclature............................................13
3.3 Design of major parts.................................13
3.4 Materials of construction............................14
3.5 Performance and operating limits................14
3.6 Coverage charts........................................15
4 INSTALLATION.................................................16
4.1 Location....................................................16
4.2 Cleaning priorto installation.......................16
4.3 Foundation................................................16
4.4 Grouting....................................................17
4.5 Initial alignment.........................................17
4.6 Piping.......................................................18
4.7 Final shaft alignment check........................21
4.8 Electrical connections................................21
4.9 Protection systems ....................................22
6.1 General.....................................................28
6.2 Maintenance schedule...............................28
6.3 Spare parts................................................31
6.4 Recommended spares and consumable..........
items..............................................................32
6.5Tools required............................................32
6.6 Fastener torques.......................................32
6.7 Renewal clearances..................................32
6.8 Disassembly..............................................32
6.9 Inspection of components...........................36
6.10 Assembly................................................37
7 FAULTS; CAUSES AND REMEDIES..................38
8 PARTS LISTS AND DRAWINGS........................40
8.1 Sectional drawings, WDXR grease lubricated
uncooled........................................................40
8.2 Sectional drawings, variants.......................41
8.3 Sectional drawings, otherdetails................42
8.4 Sectional drawingspart list.........................43
8.5 General arrangement drawing....................45
9 CERTIFICATION..............................................45
10 OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION AND
MANUALS....................................................45
10.1 Supplementary User Instructions..............45
10.2 Change notes..........................................45
10.3 Additional sources of information..............45
5 COMMISSIONING, START-UP, OPERATIONAND
SHUTDOWN................................................22
5.1 Pre-commissioning procedure....................22
5.2 Pump lubricants.........................................23
5.3 Direction of rotation....................................24
5.4 Guarding...................................................24
5.5 Priming and auxiliary supplies....................24
5.6 Starting the pump......................................25
5.7 Running the pump.....................................25
5.8 Stopping and shutdown..............................27
5.9 Hydraulic, mechanical and electrical duty....27
5.10 Pumpsfor Food Use or Potable Water......27
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INDEX
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PAGE
PAGE
Additional sources (10.3)......................................45
Alignment of shafting (see 4.3,4.5 and 4.7)
Assembly (6.10)...................................................37
ATEX marking (1.6.4.2)..........................................7
CE marking and approvals (1.2)..............................4
Certification (9)....................................................45
Change notes(10.2)............................................45
Clearances(see 6.7, Renewal clearances)............32
Commissioning, start-up, operation (5)..................22
Compliance, ATEX (1.6.4.1)...................................6
Configurations (3.1) .............................................12
Copyright (1.4).......................................................4
Coverage charts(3.6)..........................................15
Design ofmajorparts(3.3)...................................13
Direction of rotation (5.3)......................................24
Disassembly (6.8)................................................32
Disclaimer (1.3).....................................................4
Dismantling (see 6.8, Disassembly)......................32
Drawings (8)........................................................40
Duty conditions(1.5)..............................................4
Electrical connections(4.8)...................................21
End of product life (2.5)........................................12
Inspection of components (6.9).............................36
Fastener torques(6.6)..........................................32
Faults; causesand remedies (7)...........................38
Foundation (4.3)..................................................16
Forces and moments (4.6.3).................................20
General arrangement drawing (8.5).......................45
Grouting (4.4)......................................................17
Guarding (5.4).....................................................24
Handling (2.2)......................................................10
Hydraulic, mechanical and electrical duty (5.9)......27
Inspection (6.2.1 and 6.2.2)..................................29
Installation (4)......................................................16
Lifting (2.3)..........................................................11
Location (4.1)......................................................16
Lubrication (see 5.1.1, 5.2 and6.2.3)
Lubrication schedule (5.2.4)..................................24
Maintenance (6)...................................................28
Maintenance schedule (6.2)..................................28
Nomenclature (3.2)..............................................13
Nameplate (1.7.1)..................................................8
Operating limits(3.5.1).........................................14
Ordering spare parts (6.3.1)..................................31
Partslists (8.4)....................................................43
Performance (3.5)................................................14
Piping (4.6)..........................................................18
Pre-commissioning (5.1).......................................22
Protection systems(4.9).......................................22
Pumpmasses(2.2.2)...........................................11
Reassembly (see 6.10, Assembly)........................37
Receipt and unpacking (2.1).................................10
Recommended fill quantities(see 5.2.3)................23
Recommended grease lubricants (5.2.2)...............23
Recommended oil lubricants (5.2.1)......................23
Recommended spares (6.4).................................32
Recycling (2.5)....................................................12
Replacement parts (see 6.3 and 6.4).....................31
Running the pump (5.7)........................................25
Safety action (1.6.3)...............................................5
Safetymarkings(1.6.1)..........................................5
Safety,protection systems (see 1.6 and 4.9)
Sectional drawings (8.1).......................................40
Sound level (see 1.9, Noise level)...........................9
Sources, additional information (10.3)...................45
Spare parts (6.3)..................................................31
Specific machine performance (1.8)........................8
Starting the pump (5.6).........................................25
Stop/start frequency (5.7.6)..................................26
Stopping and shutdown (5.8)................................27
Storage, pump (2.4).............................................12
Storage, spareparts (6.3.2)..................................32
Supplementarymanualsor information sources.....45
Thermal expansion (4.5.1)....................................17
Toolsrequired (6.5)..............................................32
Torques for fasteners (6.6)...................................32
Transport (2).......................................................10
Trouble-shooting (see 7)......................................38
Vibration (5.7.5)...................................................26
Warninglabels (1.7.2)............................................8
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1 INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
1.1 General
These instructions must always be kept close
to the product's operating location or directly with
the product.
Flowserve productsare designed,developed and
manufactured with state-of-the-art technologies in
modern facilities. The unit isproduced with greatcare
and commitment to continuous quality control, utilizing
sophisticated quality techniques, and safety
requirements.
Flowserve iscommitted to continuous quality
improvement and being atservice for any further
information about the product in its installation and
operation or aboutits support products, repair and
diagnostic services.
These instructions are intended to facilitate
familiarization with the product and its permitted use.
Operating the product in compliance with these
instructionsis importantto help ensure reliability in
service and avoid risks. The instructions maynot take
intoaccount local regulations; ensure such regulations
are observed byall, including those installing the
product.Always coordinate repair activity with
operations personnel, and followall plant safety
requirementsand applicable safetyand healthlaws
and regulations.
These instructions must be readprior to
installing, operating, using andmaintaining the
equipment in any region worldwide. The
equipment must not be put into service until all the
conditions relating to safety noted in the
instructions, have beenmet.
1.2 CEmarking and approvals
It isa legal requirement that machinery and equipment
put into service within certain regions of the world shall
conform with the applicable CE Marking Directives
covering Machinery and, whereapplicable, Low
Voltage Equipment, Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC), Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) and
Equipment for Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
(ATEX).
To confirm the Approvalsapplying andif the productis
CEmarked, check the serial numberplate markings and
the Certification.(See section9, Certification.)
1.3 Disclaimer
Information in these User Instructions is believed to
be reliable. In spite of all theefforts of Flowserve
Pump Divisionto provide sound andall necessary
information the content ofthis manual may appear
insufficientand is notguaranteed by Flowserve as to
its completeness or accuracy.
Flowservemanufacturesproductstoexacting
International QualityManagement System Standards as
certifiedandaudited byexternal Quality Assurance
organizations. Genuine parts andaccessorieshave been
designed, testedandincorporatedinto theproducts to
helpensuretheircontinuedproduct quality and
performancein use.AsFlowserve cannottest parts and
accessories sourced from other vendorstheincorrect
incorporation of such partsand accessoriesmay
adversely affect the performanceand safety features of
theproducts. The failure to properly select,install oruse
authorized Flowserve parts andaccessoriesis
considered to bemisuse. Damageor failure caused by
misuse is notcoveredby the Flowserve warranty. In
addition, any modification of Flowserveproducts or
removal of original components mayimpair the safetyof
these productsin theiruse.
1.4 Copyright
All rightsreserved. No part of these instructionsmay
be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or
transmittedin any form or byany meanswithout prior
permission of Flowserve Pump Division.
1.5 Duty conditions
This product has been selected to meet the
specifications of your purchaser order. The
acknowledgement of these conditionshas been sent
separately to the Purchaser. Acopy should be kept
with these instructions.
The product must not be operated beyond
the parameters specified for theapplication. If
there is any doubt as to the suitability of the
product for the application intended, contact
Flowserve for advice, quoting the serial number.
Where applicablethe Directivesand any additional
Approvals coverimportant safety aspects relating to
machineryand equipment andthe satisfactoryprovision
of technical documentsand safetyinstructions. Where
applicablethisdocument incorporatesinformation
relevant to these Directivesand Approvals.
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If the conditions of service on your purchase order are
going to be changed (for example liquid pumped,
temperature or duty) itis requested that the user seeks
the written agreementof Flowserve before start up.
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1.6 Safety
1.6.1 Summary of safetymarkings
These User Instructionscontain specificsafetymarkings
where non-observance of aninstruction would cause
hazards.The specific safetymarkings are:
This symbol indicateselectrical safety
instructionswhere non-compliance will involve a high
risk to personal safety orthe lossof life.
This symbol indicatessafety instructions where
non-compliance would affect personal safety and could
result in lossof life.
This symbol indicates “hazardous substances and
toxic fluid” safety instructions where non-compliance
would affect personal safetyand could result in lossof
life.
This symbol indicatessafety instructions
where non-compliance will involve some riskto safe
operation and personal safetyand woulddamage the
equipment orproperty.
1.6.3 Safety action
This is a summary of conditionsand actions to
prevent injury to personnel and damage to the
environment and to equipment. For products used
in potentially explosive atmospheres section1.6.4
also applies.
NEVER DOMAINTENANCE WORK
WHEN THE UNIT IS CONNECTEDTO POWER
GUARDS MUST NOT BE REMOVED WHILE
THE PUMP IS OPERATIONAL
DRAIN THE PUMP AND ISOLATE PIPEWORK
BEFORE DISMANTLINGTHE PUMP
The appropriate safety precautions should be taken
where the pumped liquids are hazardous.
FLUORO-ELASTOMERS (When fitted.)
When a pump has experienced temperaturesover 250
ºC (482 ºF), partial decomposition offluoro-elastomers
(example: Viton) will occur. In this condition these are
extremely dangerousand skin contact must be
avoided.
This symbol indicatesexplosive atmosphere
zone marking according to ATEX. Itisused in safety
instructionswhere non-compliance in the hazardous
area would cause the riskof an explosion.
This symbol is used in safety instructions to
remind not to rub non-metallic surfaceswith a dry
cloth; ensure cloth is damp.It isused where non-
compliance in the hazardousarea would cause the risk
of an explosion.
This signis not a safety symbol butindicates
animportant instruction inthe assembly process.
1.6.2 Personnel qualification and training
All personnel involvedin the operation, installation,
inspection and maintenance ofthe unit must be
qualified to carry out the work involved. If the
personnel in questiondo not already possessthe
necessary knowledge and skill, appropriate training
and instruction must be provided. If required the
operatormay commission themanufacturer/supplier to
provide applicable training.
Always coordinate repair activity with operationsand
health and safety personnel,and follow all plant safety
requirementsand applicable safetyand healthlaws
and regulations.
HANDLING COMPONENTS
Many precision partshave sharp corners and the
wearing ofappropriate safetygloves and equipmentis
required when handling these components. To lift
heavy piecesabove 25 kg (55 lb) use a crane
appropriate for the massand in accordance with
current local regulations.
THERMAL SHOCK
Rapid changes in the temperature of theliquid within
the pump can cause thermal shock, which can result in
damageor breakage of componentsand should be
avoided.
NEVERAPPLY HEAT TO REMOVE IMPELLER
Trappedlubricant or vapourcould cause an explosion.
HOT (and cold) PARTS
If hot orfreezing componentsor auxiliary heating
supplies can present a danger to operatorsand
persons entering the immediate area actionmust be
taken to avoid accidental contact. If complete
protection is notpossible, the machine accessmust be
limited to maintenance staff only,with clear visual
warningsandindicatorsto those entering the
immediate area.Note: bearing housingsmust not be
insulated and drive motors and bearings maybe hot.
If the temperature is greater than 68 °C (175 °F) or
below 5 °C (20 °F) in a restricted zone, or exceeds
local regulations, action as above shall be taken.
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HAZARDOUS LIQUIDS
Whenthe pump ishandling hazardousliquidscare must
be taken to avoid exposure to the liquid by appropriate
sitting ofthe pump,limiting personnel accessand by
operatortraining. If theliquid isflammable and/or
explosive, strict safety proceduresmust be applied.
Gland packing must not be used when pumping
hazardous liquids.
PREVENT EXCESSIVE EXTERNAL
PIPE LOAD
Do not use pump asa support for piping. Do not mount
expansion joints, unlessallowed by Flowservein
writing, so that their force, due tointernal pressure,
acts on the pump flange.
ENSURE CORRECT LUBRICATION
(See section 5, Commissioning, startup, operation and
shutdown .)
START THE PUMPWITHOUTLET
VALVE PART OPENED
(Unless otherwiseinstructed at a specific point in the
User Instructions.)
This is recommended to minimize the riskof
overloading and damaging the pump motor at full or
zero flow. Pumpsmay be started with the valve further
open only oninstallations where this situation cannot
occur. Pumpoutlet valve shall may need to be
adjusted to comply with the duty following the run-up
process. (See section 5, Commissioning start-up,
operation and shutdown .)
NEVER RUNTHE PUMP DRY
1.6.4 Products used in potentially explosive
atmospheres
Measures are required to:
Avoid excess temperature.
Prevent build up of explosive mixtures.
Prevent thegeneration of sparks.
Preventleakages.
Maintain the pump to avoid hazard.
The following instructions forpumpsandpump units
wheninstalledinpotentially explosive atmospheres
must be followed tohelp ensure explosion protection.
Both electrical andnon-electrical equipment mustmeet
the requirementsofEuropean Directive 94/9/EC.
1.6.4.1 Scope of compliance
Use equipmentonlyin the zone for whichitis
appropriate. Always check thatthe driver, drivecoupling
assembly, seal andpump equipmentare suitably rated
and/or certifiedfor the classificationof the specific
atmospherein which theyare tobeinstalled.
Where Flowserve hassupplied only the bare shaft
pump, the Ex rating applies only to thepump. The party
responsibleforassembling the pump set shall selectthe
coupling,driverandany additional equipment, with the
necessary CE Declarationof Conformity establishing it
issuitable for the area in which itis to be installed.
The output from a variable frequency drive (VFD)can
cause additional heating affectsin themotorand so, for
pumpssetswith a VFD, the ATEX Certification for the
motormust statethatitis coversthe situation where
electrical supplyis from the VFD.This particular
requirement still applies evenif the VFDis in a safearea.
INLET VALVES TO BE FULLYOPEN
WHEN PUMP IS RUNNING
Running the pump at zero flow orbelow the
recommended minimum flow continuously will cause
damage to the seal.
DO NOT RUN THE PUMPAT
ABNORMALLY HIGH ORLOW FLOW RATES
Operating at a flow rate higher than normal or at a flow
rate with no backpressure on the pump may overload
the motor and cause cavitations. Low flow rates may
cause a reduction in pump/bearinglife, overheating of
the pump,instability and cavitations/vibration.
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1.6.4.2 Marking
An example of ATEX equipment marking is shown
below. The actual classification of the pump will be
engraved on the nameplate.
II 2 GD c IIC135 ºC (T4)
Equipment Group
I =Mining
II = Non-mining
Category
2 orM2 = Highlevel protection
3 = normallevel of protection
Gas and/or Dust
G = Gas; D= Dust
c = Constructional safety
(in accordance with prEn13463-5)
Gas Group (Equipment Category2 only)
IIA –Propane (typical)
IIB –Ethylene (typical)
IIC –Hydrogen (typical)
Maximum surface temperature (Temperature Class)
(see section 1.6.4.3)
1.6.4.3 Avoiding excessive surface temperatures
ENSURE THE EQUIPMENT TEMPERATURE
CLASS IS SUITABLE FORTHE HAZARD ZONE
Pumpshave a temperatureclassas stated in the
ATEX Exrating on the nameplate. These are based on
a maximum ambient of 40 °C (104 °F); refer to
Flowserve forhigher ambient temperatures.
The surface temperature on thepump is influenced by
the temperature of theliquid handled. The maximum
permissible liquid temperature depends on the
temperature classand must notexceed the values in
the table that follows.
The temperature rise at the seals, bearingsand due to
the minimum permitted flow rate is taken into account
in the temperatures stated.
Temperaturelimit of liquid
handled (* depending on
materialandconstruction
variant - check which is
lower)
Consult Flowserve
Consult Flowserve
115 °C (239°F) *
180 °C (356°F) *
275 °C (527°F) *
400 °C (752°F) *
Temperature
class to
prEN 13463-1
T6
T5
T4
T3
T2
T1
Maximum
surface
temperature
permitted
85°C (185°F)
100 °C (212°F)
135 °C (275°F)
200 °C (392°F)
300 °C (572°F)
450 °C (842°F)
The responsibility for compliance with the specified
maximum liquid temperature is with the plant
operator.
Temperature classification “Tx” is used when the liquid
temperature variesand the pump could be installed in
differenthazardous atmospheres. In thiscase the user
isresponsible for ensuring that the pump surface
temperature doesnot exceed that permitted in the
particular hazardous atmosphere.
If an explosive atmosphere exists during the
installation, do notattempt to check the direction of
rotation by starting the pump unfilled. Even a short run
time maygive a high temperature resulting from
contact between rotating and stationary components.
Where thereis any riskof thepump being run against a
closed valve generating high liquid and casing external
surface temperaturesit is recommended that users fit
an external surface temperature protectiondevice.
Avoid mechanical, hydraulic or electrical overload by
using motor overload trips, temperaturemonitor or a
powermonitor and make routine vibration monitoring
checks.
In dirty or dusty environments, regular checks must be
made and dirt removed from areas around close
clearances, bearing housingsand motors.
1.6.4.4 Preventing the build up of explosive
mixtures
ENSURE PUMP IS PROPERLY FILLED AND
VENTED AND DOES NOT RUN DRY.
Ensure pump and relevant suction and discharge
pipeline system istotally filled with liquid at all times
during the pump operation, so that an explosive
atmosphere is prevented. In addition itis essential to
make sure that seal chambers, auxiliary shaft seal
systems and any heating and cooling systems are
properly filled.
If the operation of the system cannot avoid this
condition the fitting of an appropriate dry run protection
device is recommended (eg liquid detection or power
monitor).
To avoid potential hazards from fugitive emissionsof
vapour or gasto atmospherethe surroundingarea
must be well ventilated.
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1.6.4.5 Preventingsparks
To prevent a potential hazardfrom mechanical
contact, the coupling guard must be non-sparking.
To avoid the potential hazardfrom random induced
current generating a sparkthe ground contacton the
baseplatemust be used.
Avoid electrostatic charge: do not rub nonmetallic surfaceswith a dry cloth, ensure cloth is
damp.
The couplingmust be selected to comply with 94/9/EC
and correct alignment must be maintained.
Additional requirements for metallic pumps on
non-metallic baseplates
When metallic components are fitted on a non-metallic
baseplate they must be individually earthed.
1.6.4.6 Preventing leakage
The pump must only be used to handle liquids
for which it has been approved to have the correct
corrosion resistance.
Where there is a riskfrom such tools or materials;
maintenancemust be conducted in a safe area.It is
recommended that a maintenance plan and schedule
isadopted. (See section 6, Maintenance.)
1.7 Safety labels summary
1.7.1 Nameplate
For details of nameplate, see the Declaration of
Conformity, or separate documentation included with
these User Instructions.
1.7.2 Warning labels
Avoidentrapmentofliquid in the pumpand associated
piping dueto closing of suctionand discharge valves,
which couldcause dangerousexcessive pressuresto
occurif there isheatinput to the liquid.Thiscanoccurif
thepump is stationaryor running.
Bursting of liquid containing partsdue to freezing must
be avoided by draining or protecting the pump and
ancillary systems.
Where there is the potential hazard of alossof a seal
barrier fluid or external flush, the fluid must be
monitored.
If leakage ofliquid to atmosphere can resultin a
hazard, the installationof a liquid detection device is
recommended.
1.6.4.7 Maintenance to avoid the hazard
CORRECT MAINTENANCE IS REQUIREDTO
AVOID POTENTIAL HAZARDS WHICH GIVE A RISK
OF EXPLOSION
The responsibility forcompliance withmaintenance
instructions is with the plant operator.
Oil lubricated units only:
1.8 Specific machine performance
For performance parameterssee section 1.5, Duty
conditions. When the contract requirement specifies
these to beincorporated into User Instructions these
are included here. Where performance data hasbeen
supplied separately to the purchaser these should be
obtained and retained with these User Instructions if
required.
To avoid potential explosion hazards during
maintenance, the tools, cleaning and painting
materials used must not give rise to sparking or
adversely affect the ambient conditions.
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1.9 Noise level
When pump noise level exceeds 85dBA attentionmust
be given to prevailing Health and Safety Legislation, to
limit the exposure of plantoperating personnel to the
noise. The usual approach is to control exposure time
to the noise or to enclose the machine to reduce
emitted sound. Youmay have already specified a
limitingnoise level when the equipment was ordered,
however if no noise requirements were defined then
machines above a certain power level will exceed 85
dB(A). In such situations consideration must be given
to the fitting of an acoustic enclosure to meetlocal
regulations.
Pumpnoise level isdependent on a numberof factors
- the type of motor fitted, theoperating capacity,
pipeworkdesign and acoustic characteristics of the
building. Typical sound pressure levelsmeasured in
dB and A-weighted are shown in the table below.
The figures are indicative only, theyare subject to a +3
dB tolerance, and cannot be guaranteed.
The values are based on the noisiest ungeared electric
motorswhich are likely to be encountered.Theyare
LpAsound pressure levels at 1m (3.3ft) from the
directly driven pump, for "free field over a reflecting
plane". For estimating LwAsound powerlevel (re 1 pW)
add 14 dB(A) to the sound pressure value.
If a pump only hasbeen purchased, for fitting with your
own driver, then the "pump only" noise levelsfrom the
table should be combined with thelevel forthe driver
obtained from the supplier. If the motor is driven by an
inverter, it may showan increase in noise level at
some speeds. Consult a Noise Specialist for this
calculation
For units driven by equipmentother than
electric motors or unitscontained within enclosures,
see the accompanying information sheetsand
manuals.
Typicalsoundpressure level, dBA,LpA at 1 m reference 20 μPa (L wAsound power1 pWwhere LpA>85 dBA)
and speed
kW (hp)
5.5 (7.5)
7.5 (10)
11 (15)
15(20)
18.5(25)
22(30)
30(40)
37(50)
45(60)
55(75)
75(100)
90(120)
110 (150)
150 (200)
200 (270) * * * * * 83 * 80
300 (400) - - - - * 84 * 81
500 (670) - - - - *
* Motors inthis rangeare generallyjobspecific and noiselevelsshould be calculated based onactual equipmentinstalled.
For 960 rpmreduce 1450rpm values by 5 dBA.
3550 r/min 2900 r/min 1750 r/min 1450 r/min Motor size
Pump and
motor
dBA
90(99 )
90(99 )
91(100 )
92(101 )
92(101 )
92(101 )
100 (109 ) 85(94 ) 93(102 )
100 (109 ) 86(95 ) 93(102 )
100 (109 ) 87(96 ) 93(102 )
100 (109 ) 88(97 ) 95(104 )
100 (109 ) 90(99 ) 95(104 ) 86(95 ) 88(97 )
100 (109 ) 90(99 ) 95(104 ) 86(95 ) 90(99 )
100 (109 ) 91(100 ) 95(104 ) 87(96 ) 91(100)
101 (110) 92(101 ) 96(105 ) 88(97 ) 91(100)
Pump
only
dBA
77 83 73 76 73 72 71
78 83 74 77 74 73 72
80 84 76 78 76 74 73
83
83
83
Pump and
motor
dBA
85(94 )
85(94 )
85(94 )
Pump
only
dBA
79 80 79 76 75
79 80 79 76 75
79 81 79 77 75
81 84 80 80 76
82 84 80 80 76
83 84 80 80 76
84
Pump and
motor
dBA
86(95 )
Pump
only
dBA
81 82 77
81 83 78
81
83
83
85(94 )
Pump and
motor
dBA
85(94 )
86(95 )
86(95 )
* 83
Pump
only
dBA
78
79
79
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In areas where the staff hasto intervene, remember
that when the level of the sound pressure is:
Below 70dBA :It is not necessary to take
special precautions.
Above 70 dBA :People working continuously in
the machine room must be
supplied with protective devices
against noise.
Below 85dBA :No particular measuresneed to be
taken for casual visitorsstaying in
the room during a limitedperiod.
Above 85 dBA :The room must be considered as a
dangerousarea because of the
noiseand a warning sign must be
fixed at each entry warning the
people coming into the room, even
for a short period, that they must
wear hearing protection.
Above 105 dBA:Special hearing protection adapted
to this noise level and to the
spectral noise componentsmust
beinstalled and a warning sign to
this effect erected at each entry.
The staff in the room must wear
ear protection.
Each product has a unique serial number. Checkthat
this number corresponds with that advised and
always quote this numberin correspondence aswell
as when ordering spare parts or furtheraccessories.
2.2 Handling
2.2.1 General instructions concerning handling
Boxes, crates, pallets or cartons maybe unloaded
using fork-lift vehiclesor slings dependent on their
size and construction. See 2.3.1 for positioning of
slings.
To lift heavy piecesabove 55 lb (25 kg), use a crane
corresponding to the massand in accordance with
the current local regulations.
To lift machines or pieces with one or several lifting
rings, only use hooksand chainsin compliance with
the local regulations concerning safety. Never put
cables, chainsor ropesdirectly on orin the lifting
rings. Cables, chains orlifting ropes must never
present excessive bending.
Never bend thelifting hooks, lifting rings, chains,
etc...They are only made to endurestresses within
calculated limits. Remember that the capacity of a
lifting device decreases when the direction of the
lifting force direction makes an angle with the device
axis.
Make sure that the noise, which travels through the
wallsand windows, does notgenerate too high noise
levels in the machine room's surroundings.
2 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
2.1 Consignment receipt and unpacking
Immediately after receipt of the equipment it must be
checked against the delivery and shipping documents
for its completenessand thatthere has been no
damagein transportation.
Any shortage and ordamage must be reported
immediately to Flowserve Pump Division and
received in writing within one month ofreceipt of the
equipment. Later claims cannot be accepted.
Check any crate, boxesand wrappingsfor any
accessories or spare parts thatmay be packed
separately with the equipmentor attached to side
wallsof the boxor equipment.
To increase the safety and efficiency of the lifting
device, all the lifting elementsmust be as
perpendicular as possible. If necessary a lifting beam
can be placed between the crane and theload.
When heavy piecesare lifted up, never stay or work
under theload or in the area which could be in the
path of the load if it were to swing or fall away. Never
leave a load hanging from a crane. The acceleration
or the deceleration of lifting equipment must stay in
the safetylimits for the staff.
A crane must be positioned in such a way that the
load will be raised perpendicularly. Where possible
necessary precautions must be taken to avoid the
swing of the load. For example use two winches
making approximately the same angle,lessthan 30°,
with the vertical.
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2.2.2 Pump masses
All masses, in the table below,are for 3 stages, in
construction M2.
PUMP
SIZE
1.5WDX
2WDX
3WDX
4WDX
MET PUMP MASS
WDXR/C WDXE WDXS
lb kg lb kg lb kg lb kg
Non
298 135 271 123 243 110 23
cooled
Cooled
309 140 295 134 267 121 23
Non
355 161 315 143 302 137 31
cooled
Cooled
386 175 342 155 328 149 31
Non
483 219 450 204 421 191 46 21
cooled
Cooled
516 234 478 217 450 204 46 21
Non
661 300 606 275 562 255 60 27
cooled
Cooled
694 315 628 285 606 275 60 27
MASS
PER
STAGE
All masses, in the table below,are for 3 stages, in
construction M3,M4, M5, M6, M7.
To avoid distortion, the pump unit
should belifted asshown.
Motor pump unit
10.5
10.5
14
14
PUMP
SIZE
MET PUMP MASS
WDXR/C WDXE WDXS
MASS
PER
STAGE
lb kg lb kg lb kg lb kg
Non
324 147 298 135 260 118 25
1.5WDX
cooled
Cooled
335 152 322 146 293 133 25
Non
375 170 335 152 322 146 34
cooled
2WDX
Cooled
406 184 362 164 348 158 34
Non
527 239 494 224 465 211 51 23
3WDX
4WDX
cooled
Cooled
560 254 522 237 494 224 51 23
Non
710 322 650 295 602 273 66 30
cooled
Cooled
743 317 672 305 694 315 66 30
2.3 Lifting
2.3.1 Slinging of motor pumps units
Use handlingmeans in accordance with motor
pump unit massmentionedon the CE plate.For the
massesof the pumps bare end of shaft see table §
2.2.2 and nameplate.
11.5
11.5
15.5
15.5
When handling always wear gloves, safety
shoes and an industrial safety helmet.
For massesabove 55 lb (25 kg), manual
handling is forbidden.
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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 dirtand other foreignmaterial out of
pump casing.Turn pump at intervalsto prevent
brinelling of the bearings and the seal faces, if fitted,
from sticking.
Do not store pumps starting on the fanguard.
The pump maybe stored asabove forup to 6
months. Consult Flowserve forpreservative 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 orits
parts, the relevant materials and partsshouldbe
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 currentregulations.
This also includes the liquidsand or gases in the
"seal system" or otherutilities.
Make sure that hazardous substances or toxic
fluid are disposed of safely and that the correct
personal protective equipment isused. The safety
specifications must be in accordance with the current
regulations at all times.
Horizontal
WDXR
Radial suction
Driveend on dischargeside- CW
Thrustbearing ondriveside
Radial bearing onsuction side
2shaftseals
WDXC
Horizontal
Radial suction
Driveend on suction side- CCW
Thrustbearing onsuctionsi de
Radial bearing ondischargeside
2shaftseals
3 PUMP DESCRIPTION
3.1 Configurations
The WDX type pump isa horizontal,multistage,
radial split case, vaned diffuser type centrifugal pump
equipped with a special suctionimpeller for low
NPSH. It can be used with motor, steam turbine and
gasoline ordiesel engine drives.
The WDX pumpsare of modular construction with
identical stages being stacked axially to achieve the
desired pressure output. Four high strength external
tie rods connecting the two end casingshold them
together. A variety of optimal features and materials
allow it to fit a wide range of applications such as
boiler feed or reverse osmosis.
Various orientationsfor the radial suction and
discharge nozzles are allowed every 90°except
towardsthe bottom.
The WDX can have the following configurations:
Horizontal
WDXE
End suction
Driveend on dischargeside- CW
Thrustbearing ondriveside
Sleeve bearing on suctionside
1shaftseal
WDXS
Horizontal
Radial suction
Driveend on dischargeside- CW
Thrustbearing ondriveside
Sleeve bearing on suctionside
1shaftseal
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3.2 Nomenclature
Characteristics shown on the nameplate fixed on the pump are as shown below:
Each pump issupplied with the following nameplate:
Speed ofrotation
Pump type
Flowrate
Head
Radial/thrust bearing
Manufacturenumber
Each pump unitis supplied with the following nameplate:
Mass
Pressure at 20°C
temperature
Mass of the set
The pump size will be engraved on the nameplate
typicallyas below:
4 WDX E 6 D
Nominal discharge branch size.
Seriesname
Configuration (see 3.1 above)
Number of stages
Hydraulic type
The typical nomenclatureabove is the general guide
to the WDX configuration description. Identify the
actual pump size and serial numberfrom the pump
nameplate. Checkthat this agrees with the applicable
certification provided.
3.3 Design of major parts
3.3.1 Pump casing
The pump casings(suction, discharge and stage) are
sealed with o’rings and designed to contain the
pressures generated by the pump at the various
possible design pressures and temperatures.
3.3.2 Impeller
Theimpeller is fully shrouded and may be fitted with
optional wear rings.
The suction impelleris specifically designed to have a
low NPSH requirement.
3.3.3 Diffuser
The diffusersare fully machined to optimise
performance.
3.3.4 Shaft
The shaft mounted on bearings with a keyed drive
end.
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3.3.5 Pump bearings andlubrication
WDX pumpsare designed so the antifriction bearings
may be either oil orgrease lubricated.
WDXE and WDXS have product lubricated line
bearingswith sleeve andbushing made of silicon
carbide.
Bearingisolators or stationarylabyrinths maybe fitted
as an optionin the bearing coversto protect the
bearings.
3.3.6 Bearing housing
Grease nipplesenable grease lubricated bearings to
be replenished between major service intervals. For
oil-lubricated bearings, a constant level oilerisfitted.
3.3.7 Stuffing box housing
The stuffing box housing hasa spigot (rabbet) fit
between the pump casing and bearing housing for
optimum concentricity. The design enablesa number
of sealing optionsto be fitted.
3.3.8 Shaft seal
Themechanical seal(s) attached to the pump shaft
sealsthe pumped liquid fromthe environment.
Stuffing boxeshave been designed for component or
cartridge seals. Glandpackingmay be fitted as an
option.
3.3.9 Driver
The driver isnormallyan electricmotor.Differentdrive
configurationsmaybe fitted such asinternal combustion
engines, turbines, hydraulicmotorsetcdriving via
couplings,belts,gearboxes,drive shaftsetc.
3.3.10 Accessories
Accessories may be fitted when specified by the
customer.
3.4 Materials of construction
Material
column
M2 Castiron Cast iron Chrome steel
M3 Carbonsteel Castiron Chrome steel
M4 Carbonsteel
M5 Chrome steel
M6
M7 Stainless steel
Casing Impeller Shaft
Duplex
stainless steel
Stainless
steel
Stainless
steel
Stainless
steel
Stainless
steel
Chrome steel
Chrome steel
stainless steel
stainless steel
Duplex
Duplex
3.5 Performance and operating limits
This product has been selected to meet the
specifications of your purchase order.See the
nameplate and section 1.5.
Themaximumallowable speed forcast iron
impellersis3600RPMand for steel impellersis4000
RPM.
3.5.1Minimal flow
20 % of BEP up to 280° F (140 °C)
25 % of BEP between 280 °F (140 °C) and 410 °F
(210 °C)
3.5.2 Clearance data
Nominal
Interstage
clearance
min/max
mm(inch)
0.170/0.259
(0.0067/0.0102)
0.170/0.259
(0.0067/0.0102)
0.170/0.259
(0.0067/0.0102)
0.170/0.259
(0.0067/0.0102)
0.200/0.303
(0.0079/0.0119)
0.200/0.303
(0.0079/0.0119)
0.200/0.303
(0.0079/0.0119)
0.200/0.303
(0.0079/0.0119)
Size
Mat
M2M30.170/0.259
1.5
M4 toM70.320/0.409
1.5
M2M30.170/0.259
2
M4 toM70.330/0.419
2
M2M30.200/0.303
3
M4 toM70.360/0.463
3
M2M30.200/0.303
4
M4 toM70.410/0.513
4
Nominalwear
ringclearance
min/max
mm(inch)
(0.0067/0.0102)
(0.0126/0.0161)
(0.0067/0.0102)
(0.0130/0.0165)
(0.0079/0.0119)
(0.0142/0.0182)
(0.0079/0.0119)
(0.0161/0.0202)
3.5.3 Sleeve bearing clearance (WDXE/S)
Pump size
1.5 WDX
2WDX
3WDX
4WDX
Diametral clearance
min/max
mm(inch)
0.007 - 0.041
(0.0003- 0.0016)
0.007 - 0.041
(0.0003- 0.0016)
0.007 - 0.041
(0.0003- 0.0016)
0.007 - 0.041
(0.0003- 0.0016)
3.5.4 Bearing bushings
Interstage bearing bushings can bemounted on the
pump. Their numberand location depend on the
material chosen and the number of stagesof the
pump. For furtherinformation, see general
arrangement drawing ofthepump.
Nominal
Balancedrum
clearance
min/max
mm(inch)
0.150/0.226
(0.0059/0.0089)
0.300/0.376
(0.0118/0.0148)
0.170/0.259
(0.0067/0.0102)
0.470/0.559
(0.0185/0.0220)
0.170/0.259
(0.0067/0.0102)
0.480/0.569
(0.0189/0.0224)
0.180/0.269
(0.0071/0.0106)
0.500/0.603
(0.0197/0.0237)
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