close to the product's operating location or
directly with the product.
Flowserve products are designed, developed and
manufactured with state-of-the-art technologies in
modern facilities. The unit is produced with great
care and commitment to continuous quality control,
utilizing sophisticated quality techniques, and safety
requirements.
Flowserve is committed to continuous quality
improvement and being at service for any further
information about the product in its installation and
operation or about its 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
instructions is important to help ensure reliability in
service and avoid risks. The instructions may not
take into account local regulations; ensure such
regulations are observed by all, including those
installingthe product. Always coordinate repair
activity with operations personnel, and follow all plant
safety requirements and applicable safety and health
laws and regulations.
These instructions must be read prior to
installing, operating, using and maintaining 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 been met.
1.2 CE marking and approvals
It is a legal requirement that machinery and
equipment put into service within certain regions of
the world shall conform with the applicable CE
MarkingDirectives covering Machinery and, where
applicable, Low Voltage Equipment, Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC), Pressure Equipment Directive
(PED) and Equipment for Potentially Explosive
Atmospheres (ATEX).
To confirmthe Approvals applying andif the product is
CE marked,checkthe serial number plate markings
Information in these User Instructions is believed
to be reliable.In spite of all the efforts of Flowserve
Corporation to providesoundand all necessary
information the content of this manualmay appear
insufficient and is notguaranteedby Flowserveas
to itscompleteness or accuracy.
Flowserve manufacturesproducts toexacting
International Quality ManagementSystemStandards
as certifiedandaudited by externalQuality Assurance
organizations. Genuine parts and accessories have
beendesigned,testedand incorporated intothe
productsto help ensure their continuedproduct quality
and performance in use. As Flowservecannot test
parts andaccessories sourced fromothervendors the
incorrectincorporationof such parts andaccessories
may adversely affect the performance andsafety
features of theproducts. Thefailure to properly select,
installor useauthorized Flowserve parts and
accessories is considered to be misuse. Damageor
failurecausedby misuse is notcovered by the
Flowservewarranty. In addition,any modificationof
Flowserve products or removalof originalcomponents
may impairthe safety ofthese products in their use.
1.4 Copyright
All rights reserved. No part of these instructions may
be reproduced, stored in a retrievalsystem or
transmitted in any form or by any means without
prior permission of Flowserve.
1.5 Duty conditions
This product has been selected to meet the
specifications of your purchaser order. The
acknowledgement of these conditions has been sent
separately to the Purchaser.A copy should be kept
with these instructions.
The product must not be operated beyond
the parameters specified for the application. 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 applicable the Directives and anyadditional
Approvalscoverimportantsafety aspects relating to
machinery and equipmentand thesatisfactory
provisionof technical documents andsafety
instructions.Where applicable thisdocument
incorporatesinformationrelevantto these Directives
and 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) it is requested that the user
seeks the written agreement of Flowserve before
start up.
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1.6 Safety
1.6.1 Summary of safety markings
These UserInstructions containspecific safety
markings where non-observance of aninstruction
instructions where non-compliance will involve a high
risk to personal safety or the loss of life.
This symbol indicates safety instructions where
non-compliance wouldaffect personal safety and
could result in loss of life.
This symbol indicates “hazardous substances
and toxic fluid”safety instructions where noncompliance would affect personalsafety and could
result in loss of life.
This symbol indicates safety
instructions where non-compliance will involvesome
risk to safe operation and personalsafetyand would
damage the equipment or property.
1.6.3 Safety action
This is a summary of conditions and actions to
prevent injury to personnel and damage to the
environment and to equipment. For products
used in potentially explosive atmospheres
section 1.6.4 also applies.
NEVER DO MAINTENANCE WORK
WHEN THE UNIT IS CONNECTED TO POWER
GUARDS MUST NOT BE REMOVED WHILE
THE PUMP IS OPERATIONAL
DRAIN THE PUMP AND ISOLATE PIPEWORK
BEFORE DISMANTLING THE PUMP
The appropriate safety precautions should be taken
where the pumped liquids are hazardous.
FLUORO-ELASTOMERS (When fitted.)
When a pump has experienced temperatures over
250 ºC (482 ºF), partial decomposition of fluoro-
elastomers (example: Viton) will occur. In this
condition these are extremely dangerous and skin
contact must be avoided.
This symbol indicates explosive atmosphere
zone marking according to ATEX. It is used in safety
instructions where non-compliance in the hazardous
area would cause the risk of an explosion.
This symbol is used in safety instructions to
remind not to rub non-metallic surfaces with a dry
cloth; ensure cloth is damp. It is used where non-
compliance in the hazardous area would cause the
risk of an explosion.
Thissignis nota safety symbol butindicates
an importantinstruction in theassembly process.
1.6.2 Personnel qualification and training
All personnelinvolved in the operation, installation,
inspection and maintenance of the unit must be
qualified to carry out the work involved. If the
personnel in question do not already possess the
necessary knowledge and skill, appropriate training
and instruction must be provided. If required the
operator may commission the manufacturer/supplier
to provide applicable training.
Always coordinate repair activity with operations and
health and safety personnel, and follow all plant
safety requirements and applicable safety and health
laws and regulations.
HANDLING COMPONENTS
Many precision parts havesharp corners and the
wearing of appropriate safety gloves and equipment
is required when handling these components. To lift
heavy pieces above 25 kg (55 lb) use a crane
appropriate for the mass and in accordance with
current local regulations.
THERMALSHOCK
Rapid changes in the temperature of the liquid within
the pump can cause thermal shock, which can result
in damage or breakage of components and should
be avoided.
NEVERAPPLY HEAT TO REMOVE
IMPELLER
Trapped lubricant orvaporcould cause an explosion.
HOT (and cold) PARTS
If hot or freezing components or auxiliary heating
supplies can present a danger to operators and
persons enteringthe immediate area action must be
taken to avoid accidental contact. If complete
protection is not possible, the machine access must
be limited to maintenance staff only, with clear visual
warnings and indicators to those entering the
immediate area. Note: bearing housings must not be
insulated and drive motors and bearings may be 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 is handling hazardous liquidscare
must be takento avoid exposureto the liquid by
appropriate sittingofthe pump, limitingpersonnel
access and byoperator training. If the liquidis
flammableand/or explosive, strict safety procedures
must be applied.
Gland packingmust not be used when pumping
hazardous liquids.
PREVENTEXCESSIVE EXTERNAL
PIPE LOAD
Do not use pumpas a support for piping. Do not
mount expansion joints, unless allowed by Flowserve
in writing, so that their force, due to internal
pressure, acts on the pump flange.
1.6.4 Products used in potentially explosive
atmospheres
The following instructionsfor pumps andpump
units wheninstalled in potentiallyexplosive
atmospheresmust be followed to helpensure
explosion protection.
The terminology and procedures ensure that the
installed pump is in compliance with theEuropean
Directive 94/9/EC, known asthe ATEXDirective, which
is mandatory in Europe and mayalso be specifiedin
other countries.Where applicable, both electricaland
non-electricalequipment must meet therequirements
94/9/EC.
Evenif theinstallationis in a region where ATEXis not
theapplicable regulation, the general measures
described shallbe followedtoensure safeoperation.
ENSURE CORRECT LUBRICATION
(See section 5, Commissioning, startup, operationand shutdown.)
START THE PUMP WITH OUTLET
VALVE PART OPENED
(Unless otherwise instructed at a specific point in the
User Instructions.)
This is recommended to minimize the risk of
overloading and damaging the pump motor at full or
zero flow. Pumps may be started with the valve
further open only on installations where this situation
cannot occur. Pumpoutlet valve shall may need to
be adjusted to comply with the duty followingthe runup process. (See section 5, Commissioning start-up,
operation and shutdown.)
NEVER RUN THE PUMP DRY
INLET VALVES TO BE FULLY OPEN
WHEN PUMP IS RUNNING
Running the pumpat zero flow or belowthe
recommended minimum flow continuously willcause
damage to theseal.
DO NOT RUN THE PUMP AT
ABNORMALLY HIGH OR LOW 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 cavitation.Low flow
rates may cause a reduction in pump/bearing life,
overheating of the pump, instability and
cavitation/vibration.
The measures are explained under the headings of:
Avoiding excessive surface temperature
Preventing build up of explosive mixtures
Preventing the generation of sparks
Preventing leakages
Maintaining the pump to avoid hazard
1.6.4.1 Scope of compliance
Use equipmentonlyinthe zone forwhichit is
appropriate. Alwayscheckthatthe driver, drive
coupling assembly, sealand pump equipment are
suitably ratedand/orcertified for theclassification of the
specific atmosphere inwhichtheyare to beinstalled.
WhereFlowserve hassupplied onlythe bare shaft
pump, the Ex rating appliesonly to the pump. The
partyresponsible for assembling the pump set shall
selectthe coupling, driver and any additional
equipment, with the necessary CE Declaration of
Conformity establishing it is suitablefor the area in
whichit is to beinstalled.
The output froma variable frequency drive (VFD)can
causeadditionalheatingaffectsin the motorandso, for
pumps sets witha VFD,the ATEX Certification forthe
motor must statethat it iscoversthesituation where
electricalsupply is fromthe VFD. This particular
requirementstill applies evenif the VFD isin a safe
area.
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1.6.4.2 Marking
Anexample of ATEX equipment marking is shown
below. The actual classification of the pumpwill be
engraved on the nameplate.
II 2 GD c IIC 135 ºC (T4)
Equipment Group
I = Mining
II = Non-mining
Category
2 or M2 = High level protection
3 = normal levelof protection
Gas and/orDust
G = Gas; D= Dust
c = Constructionalsafety
(in accordance withEN 13463-5)
Gas Group (Equipment Category 2 only)
IIA– Propane (typical)
IIB – Ethylene(typical)
IIC– Hydrogen (typical)
Maximumsurface temperature (TemperatureClass)
(seesection 1.6.4.3)
1.6.4.3 Avoiding excessive surface temperatures
ENSURE THE EQUIPMENT TEMPERATURE
CLASS IS SUITABLE FOR THE HAZARD ZONE
Pumps have a temperature class as stated in the
ATEX Ex rating on the nameplate. These are based
on a maximumambient of 40 °C (104 °F); refer to
Flowserve for higher ambient temperatures.
The responsibility for compliance with the
specified maximum liquid temperature is with the
plant operator.
Temperature classification “Tx” is used when the
liquid temperature varies and the pumpcould be
installed in different hazardous atmospheres. In this
case the user is responsible for ensuring that the
pump surface temperature does not exceed that
permitted in the particular hazardous atmosphere.
If an explosive atmosphere exists during the
installation, do not attempt to check the directionof
rotation by starting the pump unfilled. Even a short
run time may give a high temperature resultingfrom
contact between rotating and stationary components.
Furthermore, confinement of liquid in the pump and
pipes must be avoided (valve closed). If the liquid
heats up this may cause excessive pressure and
lead to bursting of pump components.
Wherethere is any risk of the pump being run against
a closed valve generating high liquidand casing
externalsurfacetemperatures it is recommended that
users fit an externalsurfacetemperature protection
device.
Avoid mechanical, hydraulic or electrical overload by
using motor overload trips, temperature monitor or a
power monitor and make routine vibration monitoring
checks.
In dirty or dusty environments, regular checks must
be made and dirt removed from areas aroundclose
clearances, bearing housings and motors.
1.6.4.4 Preventing the build up of explosive
mixtures
The surface temperature on the pump is influenced
by the temperature of the liquid handled. The
ENSURE PUMP IS PROPERLY FILLED AND
VENTED AND DOES NOT RUN DRY.
maximum permissible liquid temperature depends on
the temperature class and must not exceed the
values in the table that follows.
Ensure pump and relevant suction and discharge
pipeline system is totally filled with liquid at all times
during the pump operation, so that an explosive
The temperature rise at the seals, bearings and due
to the minimum permitted flow rate is taken into
account in the temperatures stated.
atmosphere is prevented. In addition it is essential to
make sure that seal chambers, auxiliary shaft seal
systems and any heatingand cooling systems are
properly filled.
Temperature limit of liquid
handled (* depending on
material and construction
variant - check which is
lower)
If the operation of the systemcannot avoid this
condition the fitting of an appropriate dry run