1.1 Risk assessment relating to the use of Johnson Pump (UK) Ltd. Classic rotary
lobe pumps and pump units in potentially explosive atmospheres. ________________6
INCORRECT INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF EQUIPMENT MAY
CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE AND MAY
THIS INFORMATION MUST BE READ FULLY BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION,
OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE AND MUST BE KEPT WITH THE PUMP. SUITABLY
TRAINED OR QUALIFIED PERSONS MUST UNDERTAKE ALL INSTALLATION AND
Safety instructions given in this
manual non-compliance with which
would affect safety are identified by
the symbol
DO NOT OPERATE PUMP IF:
- THE FRONT COVER IS NOT INSTALLED CORRECTLY.
- ANY GUARDS ARE MISSING OR INCORRECTLY INSTALLED.
- THE SUCTION OR DISCHARGE PIPE WORK IS NOT CONNECTED.
DO NOT PLACE FINGERS ETC INTO THE PUMPING CHAMBER OR ITS
CONNECTION PORTS OR INTO ANY PART OF THE GEARBOX IF THERE IS
ANY POSSIBILITY OF THE PUMP SHAFTS BEING ROTATED. SEVERE INJURY
WILL OCCUR.
DO NOT exceed the rated pressure, speed, and temperature, or change the
system/duty parameters from those for which the pump was originally supplied,
without confirming its suitability for the new duty. Running of the pump outside of its
operation envelope can cause mechanical contact, excessive heat and can represent
a serious risk to health and safety.
Installation and operation of the pump must always comply with health and safety
regulations.
A device must be incorporated into the system or drive to prevent the pump
WARNING
exceeding its stated duty pressure. It must be suitable for both directions of pump
rotation where applicable. Do not allow pump to operate with a closed/blocked
discharge unless a pressure relief device is incorporated.
The mounting of the pump or pump unit should be solid and stable. Pump orientation
must be considered in relation to drainage requirements. Once mounted, shaft drive
elements must be checked for correct alignment. Rotate pump shaft by at least one
full revolution to ensure smoothness of operation. Incorrect alignment will produce
excessive loading and will create high temperatures and increased noise emissions.
The installation must allow safe routine maintenance and inspection (check for
leakage, monitor pressures, etc) and provide adequate ventilation necessary to
prevent overheating. It may also be necessary to earth the pump head to avoid the
build up of a potential charge difference that could cause a spark.
INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
MAINTENANCE ONLY.
Safety instructions, which shall be
considered for reasons of safe
operation of the pump or pump unit
unit itself, are marked:
DANGER
WARNING
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Before operating the pump, ensure that it and all parts of the system to which it is
connected are clean and free from debris and that all valves in the suction and
discharge pipelines are fully opened. Ensure that all pipe work connecting to the
pump is fully supported and aligned with its relevant connections. Misalignment
and/or excess loads will cause severe pump damage. This could result in
unexpected mechanical contact in the pump head and has the potential to be a
source of ignition.
Ensure that pump rotation is correct for the desired direction of flow.
Do not install the pump into a system where it will run dry (i.e. without a supply of
pumped media) unless it is equipped with a flushed shaft seal arrangement complete
with a fully operational flushing system. Mechanical seals require a thin fluid film to
lubricate the seal faces. Dry running can cause excessive heat and seal failure.
Install pressure gauges/sensors next to the pump suction and discharge connections
to monitor pressures.
Caution must be taken when lifting the pump. Suitable lifting devices should be used
as appropriate. If pump is base plate mounted, the base plate must be used for all
lifting purposes, not any part of the pump. If slings are used for lifting, they must be
safely and securely attached. For weights of bare shaft pumps refer to pump
installation dimensions section.
DO NOT attempt any maintenance or disassembly of the pump or pump unit without
first ensuring that:
- The pump is fully isolated from the power source (electric, hydraulic,
pneumatic).
- The pumping chamber and any shaft seal support system, front cover barrier
support system, and rotorcase port barrier support system are de-pressurised
and purged.
- Any temperature control devices (jackets, heat-tracing, etc) are fully isolated,
that they are de-pressurised and purged, and components allowed to reach a
safe handling temperature.
DO NOT loosen or undo the front cover, any connections to the pump, shaft seal
housings, barrier support systems, temperature control devices, or other
components, until sure that such action will not allow the unsafe escape of any
pressurised media.
Avoid any contact with hot parts of pumps and/or drives, which may cause injury.
Certain operating conditions, temperature control devices (jackets, heat-tracing, etc),
bad installation, or poor maintenance can all promote high temperatures on pumps
and/or drives.
When cleaning, either manually or by CIP method, the operator must ensure that a
suitable procedure is used in accordance with the system requirements. For CIP
cleaning requirements, refer to section 3.3.2. The exterior of the pump should be
cleaned periodically.
Surface temperature of pump is also dependent on the temperature of
pumped medium.
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Frequency Of
User must ensure temperature limits.
Service
plan.
Pump liquid leakage. Build
suitable for application. Ensure cover
Pump liquid leakage. Build
up of explosive gas.
contact.
Leakage.
Build up of explosive gas.
sealing
Pump liquid leakage. Build
up of explosive gas.
must be suitable for application.
Mechanical contact.
Can cause excessive pressue, heat
Chapter 1.0
See Chapter 1.0.
Electrostatic charging
1.1 Risk assessment relating to the use of Johnson Pump (UK) Ltd.
Acculobe rotary lobe pumps and pump units in potentially explosive
atmospheres.
Note:- For a feature to be suitable for an application, The feature must be fit for its
designated purpose and also suitable for the environment where it is to be installed.
Source Of Hazards Potential Hazards
Unvented cavitiesBuild up of explosive gas
Rotorcase / Rotors / Front
Cover
Pump external surfaces
Cover 'O' ring
Pump casing / cover
Shaft seals
Auxiliary system for shaft
Rotation direction testExcess temperature
Closed valve condition
Unintended mechanical
contact
excess temperature.
Electrostatic charging
up of explosive gas.
excess temperature.
Unintended mechanical
Excess Temperature.
Excess Pressure.
Hazards
Very Rare
Rare
Rare
Very Rare
Very Rare
Rare
Rare
Very Rare
Rare
Recommended Measures
Ensure that pump is totally filled.
Consider mounting ports vertically.
See Chapter 1.0
Ensure that operating pressures are
not exceeded. Ensure that suffcient
NPSH to prevent cavitation.
Chapter 1.0/3.1
Do not overfill gearboxes with
lubricant. Provide a ground contact
for pump.
Check selection of elastomers are
retaining nuts are tight. Service plan.
Stainless steel, Corrosion resistant.
Selection of seal system must be
Chapter1.0 / 4.0. Service plan.
Selection of auxiliary seal system
If flushed seals are installed ensure
assemblys. Only allow pump to run
See Chapter 1.0 /
suitable for application. See
that flush is applied to seal
for minimum period - just a few
and mechanical contact.
Service plan.
seconds.
See
See
ShaftRandom induced current
Mechanical shaft coupling
(Torque Protection)
Mechanical shaft coupling
(standard)
Temperature from friction
Sparks from break up of
shear pins.
Break up of spider.
Unintended mechanical
contact.
Electrostatic charging
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Very Rare
Rare
Rare
Provide a ground contact for pump.
Coupling selection must suit
application.
Coupling selection must suit
application. Service plan. See
See Chapter 1.0.
Chapter 1.0.
2.0 Introduction
2.1 General
Acculobe rotary lobe pump is manufactured by Johnson Pump (UK) Ltd. a subsidiary
of Viking Pump Inc., Cedar Falls, USA, (a unit of the IDEX Corporation) herein after
referred to as ‘JPUK’.
This manual includes all the necessary information for the Acculobe pump and
should be read prior to commencing installation, operation or maintenance.
When asking for assistance please quote the pump model and serial number. This
information can be obtained from the pump nameplate, which is located on the top of
the pump gearbox body.
If it is proposed to modify the system or change the characteristics of the product to
be pumped from that for which the pump was originally selected, Johnson Pump
(UK) or their authorised distributor should be consulted.
2.2 Johnson Pump (UK) Ltd Distributors
Johnson Pump (UK) distributes their products internationally via a network of
authorised distributors. Throughout this manual where reference is made to Johnson
Pump (UK), any authorised distributor will also provide service and assistance.
Should you require any additional information regarding the Acculobe pump contact
Johnson Pump (UK) or their local authorised distributor.
2.3 Receipt and Storage
On receipt of the pump, immediately examine for any signs of visible damage. If any
damage is noted, contact Johnson Pump (UK) and clearly mark upon the carriers’
paperwork that the goods have been received in a damaged condition, with brief
description of damage.
If the pump is not required for immediate installation then it should be stored within a
suitable environment.
2.4 Cleaning.
The product seals are mounted directly behind the rotors and are designed
and positioned to minimize product entrapment and maximize the effects of
cleaning.
It is recommended that the exterior of the pump is cleaned periodically.
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Group
Category 2
Unit is suitable for
Temperature Cl
ass.
2.5 Atex Information Plate
II.
ex
II - 2 - G/D
SERIAL NO:
2.5.1 Equipment Groups & Categories
TEMP - T3
environments
containing dust or gas
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B A
3.0 General
D
The pumping action of the rotary lobe pump principle is generated by the contrarotation of two pumping elements (rotors) within a chamber (rotorcase). The rotors
are located on shafts, which in turn are held within the pump body. The shaft
assemblies comprise of the support bearings and the timing gears. The timing gears
transfer the drive from the driven shaft to the lay shaft, synchronising the rotors such
that they rotate without contact with each other.
As the rotors pass the suction port, (see ‘A’), the cavity generated increases creating
a pressure decrease, which induces the media to be pumped to flow into the
rotorcase (‘B’).
The pumped media is carried around the rotorcase by the rotors; (‘C’ and ‘D’) to the
discharge side of the pump (‘E’). Here the cavity decreases and the pumped medium
is discharged from the rotorcase (‘F’).
The maximum pressure and speed operating parameters are shown below. In
practice these may be limited due to the nature of the product to be pumped and/or
C
E
F
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Pressure
Rating
design of the system in which the pump is to be installed. Consult Johnson Pump
(UK) Ltd or your local distributor for assistance.
Displacement
Maximum
Speed
Port Size
Maximum
Temperature
Maximum
Viscosity
bar psi L/rev
12 174 0.02 0.00528 1750 12 & 19 ½” & ¾” 150 300
WARNING
US gal /
rev
Rotor rpm mm inches
°C °F
cPs ssu
150,000 682,500
If the system or product characteristics are to be changed from the original
application for which the pump was selected, the factory or their authorized
distributor should be consulted to ensure the pump is suitable for the new
application.
The pump should not be subjected to sudden temperature changes to avoid the risk
of damage from sudden expansion/contraction of components. Care should be taken
when selecting pumps for handling liquids containing abrasive particles as these may
cause wear of pump head components. Contact the factory
or their authorized
distributor for advice or assistance.
Model Designation: AL05
Standard Construction:
• 316L St. Steel Wetted Parts (0.6 µM Surface Finish).
Multi-Lobe (5 Lobe) Rotors
•
• 1/8” Male BSP Flush Connections
¾” Tri-Clamp Connections
•
• Foot Mounted
FDA EPDM Elastomers
•
• Silicon Carbide Seal Faces
Sealed For Life Grease Lubrication
•
Should any additional information be required, contact the factory or their authorized
distributor quoting the pump model and serial number as stated on the nameplate
fastened to the exterior of the pump.
Should this be damaged or missing, the serial number is also stamped on the
gearbox endplate.
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