1 Introduction and Safety............................................................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Safety terminology and symbols................................................................................................................................................2
1.6 Declaration of Conformity.......................................................................................................................................................... 2
2 Transportation and Storage.......................................................................................................................................................2
2.1 Inspect the delivery..................................................................................................................................................................... 2
3.3 The data plate.............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
4.3 Install the pump........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
4.3.1 Install the pump on a concrete foundation...................................................................................................................... 5
5 Commissioning, Startup, Operation, and Shutdown................................................................................................................. 5
5.1 Prime the pump........................................................................................................................................................................... 5
5.2 Check the rotation direction (three-phase motor)...................................................................................................................5
5.3 Start the pump..............................................................................................................................................................................6
Model e-HM Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual1
1 Introduction and Safety
1 Introduction and Safety
1.1 Introduction
Purpose of this manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide necessary information for:
• Installation
• Operation
• Maintenance
CAUTION:
Read this manual carefully before installing and using the
product. Improper use of the product can cause personal injury and damage to property, and may void the warranty.
NOTICE:
Save this manual for future reference, and keep it readily available at
the location of the unit.
1.2 Inexperienced users
Description of user and installer symbols
Specific information for personnel in charge of installing
the product in the system (plumbing and/or electrical
aspects) or in charge of maintenance.
Specific information for users of the product.
1.4 Warranty
For information about warranty, see the sales contract.
1.5 Spare parts
WARNING:
Only use original spare parts to replace any worn or faulty
components. The use of unsuitable spare parts may cause
malfunctions, damage, and injuries as well as void the guarantee.
For more information about the product's spare parts, refer to the Sales
and Service department.
WARNING:
This product is intended to be operated by qualified personnel only.
Be aware of the following precautions:
• Persons with diminished capacities should not operate the product unless they are supervised or have been properly trained by a
professional.
• Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play on or
around the product.
1.3 Safety terminology and symbols
Hazard levels
Hazard levelIndication
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
Hazard categories
Hazard categories can either fall under hazard levels or let specific symbols replace the ordinary hazard level symbols.
Electrical hazards are indicated by the following specific symbol:
Electrical Hazard:
A hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury
A hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury
A hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury
• A potential situation which, if
not avoided, could result in
undesirable conditions
• A practice not related to personal injury
1.6 Declaration of Conformity
We at,
Xylem Inc./Goulds Water Technology
1 Goulds Drive
Auburn, NY 13021
Declare that the following products: NPE, MCS, MCC, 3642/3752,
3656, 3656 SP, GB, e-SV, SVI, NPO, Prime Line SP, HB, e-HM, HMS, LC,
NPV, LB, LBS comply with Machine Directive 06/42/EC. This equipment
is intended to be incorporated with machinery covered by this directive, but must not be put into service until the machinery into which it is
to be incorporated has been declared in conformity with the actual
provisions of the directive.
Nick Daddabbo
Industrial Product Engineer
2 Transportation and Storage
2.1 Inspect the delivery
1.Check the outside of the package.
2.Notify our distributor within eight days of the delivery date, if the
product bears visible signs of damage.
3.Remove the staples and open the carton.
4.Remove the securing screws or the straps from the wooden base
(if any).
5.Remove packing materials from the product. Dispose of all packing materials in accordance with local regulations.
6.Inspect the product to determine if any parts have been damaged
or are missing.
7.Contact the seller if anything is out of order.
Hot surface hazard
Hot surface hazards are indicated by a specific symbol that replaces the
typical hazard level symbols:
CAUTION:
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3 Product Description
2.2 Transportation guidelines
Precautions
WARNING:
• Observe accident prevention regulations in force.
• Crush hazard. The unit and the components can be
heavy. Use proper lifting methods and wear steel-toed
shoes at all times.
Check the gross weight that is indicated on the package in order to select proper lifting equipment.
Position and fastening
The unit can be transported either horizontally or vertically. Make sure
that the unit is securely fastened during transportation, and cannot roll
or fall over.
WARNING:
Improper use of the pump may create dangerous conditions
and cause personal injury and damage to property.
NOTICE:
Do not use this pump to handle liquids containing abrasive, solid, or
fibrous substances, toxic or corrosive liquids, potable liquids other than
water, or liquids not compatible with the pump construction material.
An improper use of the product leads to the loss of the warranty.
3.2 Application limits
Table 1: Pressure and temperature limits
Seal Code 1HM, 3HM5HM10HM,
2-6 Stages 7+ Stages 2-5 Stages 6+ Stages All Stages
BQE147PSI at
248F
BQV147PSI at
248F
QQE147PSI at
248F
QQV147PSI at
248F
BVE147PSI at
194F
235PSI at
248F
235PSI at
248F
235PSI at
194F
235PSI at
194F
Not Available
147PSI at
248F
147PSI at
248F
147PSI at
248F
147PSI at
248F
147PSI at
194F
235PSI at
248F
235PSI at
248F
235PSI at
194F
235PSI at
194F
Not Available
15HM,
22HM
235PSI at
248F
235PSI at
248F
235PSI at
194F
235PSI at
194F
Not Available
2.3 Storage guidelines
Storage location
NOTICE:
• Protect the product against humidity, dirt, heat sources, and mechanical damage.
• The product must be stored at an ambient temperature from
-40°C to +60°C (-40°F to 140°F).
3 Product Description
3.1 Pump design
The pump is a multistage, non-self priming pump. The pump can be
used to pump:
• Cold water
• Warm water
Intended use
The pump is suitable for:
• Civil and industrial water distribution systems
• Irrigation (for example, agriculture and sporting facilities)
Improper use
DANGER:
Do not use this pump to handle flammable and/or explosive
liquids.
3.3 The data plate
The data plate is a label on the pump. The data plate lists key product
specifications.
1.Goulds Water Technology Catalog Number
2.Capacity range
3.TDH range
4.Rated speed
5.Rated horsepower
6.Maximum operating pressure
7.Maximum fluid temperature
8.Pump serial number
IMQ or other marks (for electric pump only)
Unless otherwise
ed safety approval, the approval refers exclusively to the electrical
pump.
specified, for products with a mark of electrical-relat-
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4 Installation
4 Installation
Precautions
WARNING:
• Observe accident prevention regulations in force.
• Use suitable equipment and protection.
• Always refer to the local and/or national regulations,
legislation, and codes in force regarding the selection of
the installation site, plumbing, and power connections.
4.1 Facility requirements
4.1.1 Pump location
DANGER:
Do not use this unit in environments that may contain flam-
mable/explosive or chemically aggressive gases or powders.
Guidelines
Observe the following guidelines regarding the location of the product:
• Make sure that no obstructions hinder the normal
ing air that is delivered by the motor fan.
• Make sure that the installation area is protected from any fluid
leaks, or flooding.
• If possible, place the pump slightly higher than the floor level.
• The ambient temperature must be between -30°C (-22°F) and
+40°C (+104°F) unless otherwise
• The relative humidity of the ambient air must be less than 50% at
+40°C (+104°F).
Installation above liquid source (suction lift)
The theoretical maximum suction height of any pump is 34 ft. In practice, this is not achieved due to the following conditions affecting the
suction capability of the pump:
• Temperature of the liquid
• Elevation above the sea level (in an open system)
• System pressure (in a closed system)
• Resistance of the pipes
• Own intrinsic
• Height differences
NOTICE:
Do not exceed the pumps suction capacity as this could cause cavitation and damage the pump.
flow resistance of the pump
specified in the data plate.
flow of the cool-
4.1.2 Piping requirements
Precautions
WARNING:
• Use pipes suited to the maximum working pressure of
the pump. Failure to do so can cause the system to rupture, with the risk of injury.
• Make sure that all connections are performed by qualified installation technicians and in compliance with the
regulations in force.
• Do not use the on-off valve on the discharge side in the
closed position for more than a few seconds. If the
pump must operate with the discharge side closed for
more than a few seconds, a bypass circuit must be installed to prevent overheating of the water inside the
pump.
Piping checklist
• Pipes and valves must be correctly sized.
• Pipe work must not transmit any load or torque to pump flanges.
4.2 Electrical requirements
• The local regulations in force overrule these specified requirements. In the case of
klers), check the local regulations.
Electrical connection checklist
Check that the following requirements are met:
• The electrical leads are protected from high temperature, vibrations, and collisions.
• The power supply line is provided with:
• A short-circuit protection device
• A main disconnect switch.
The electrical control panel checklist
NOTICE:
The control panel must match the ratings of the electric pump. Improper combinations could fail to guarantee the protection of the motor.
Check that the following requirements are met:
• The control panel must protect the motor against overload and
short-circuit.
• Install the correct overload protection (thermal relay or motor protector).
Pump TypeProtection
Single phase standard electric
pump up to 3 HP
Three-phase electric pump• Thermal protection (must
• The control panel must be equipped with a dry-running protection system to which a pressure switch, float switch, sensors, or
other suitable device is connected.
• The following devices are recommended for use on the suction
side of the pump:
• When the liquid is pumped from a water system, use a pressure switch.
• When the liquid is pumped from a storage tank or reservoir,
float switch or sensors.
use a
• When thermal relays are used, relays that are sensitive to phase
failure are recommended.
• Short circuit protection
(must be supplied by the
installer)
be supplied by the installer)
• Short circuit protection
(must be supplied by the
installer)
The motor checklist
Use cable according to rules with 3 leads (2+earth/ground) for single
phase versions and with 4 leads (3+earth/ground) for three-phase version.
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4.3 Install the pump
4.3.1 Install the pump on a concrete foundation
1.Piping support
2.On-off valve
3.Flexible pipe or joint
4.Check valve
5.Control panel
6.Do not install elbows close to the pump
7.Bypass circuit
8.Eccentric reducer
9.Use wide bends
10. Positive gradient
11. Piping with equal or greater diameter than the suction port
12. Use foot valve
13. Do not exceed maximum height difference
14. Ensure adequate submersion depth
1.Anchor the pump onto the concrete or equivalent metal structure.
• If the liquid temperature exceeds 50°C, the unit must be
anchored only by the motor bracket side and not also by the
side of the inlet supporting bracket
• If the transmission of vibrations can be disturbing, then provide vibration-damping supports between the pump and the
foundation.
2.Remove the plugs covering the ports.
3.Assemble the pipe to the pump threaded connections.
Do not force the piping into place.
4.3.2 Electrical installation
Precautions
Electrical Hazard:
• Make sure that all connections are performed by qualified installation technicians and in compliance with the
regulations in force.
• Before starting work on the unit, make sure that the unit
and the control panel are isolated from the power supply and cannot be energized.
Grounding (earthing)
Electrical Hazard:
• Always connect the external protection conductor to
ground (earth) terminal before making other electrical
connections.
Connect the cable
1.Connect and fasten the power cables according to the wiring diagram under the terminal box cover.
a)Connect the ground (earth) lead.
Make sure that the ground (earth) lead is longer than the
phase leads.
b)Connect the phase leads.
NOTICE:
Tighten the cable glands carefully to ensure the protection against
the cable slipping and humidity entering the terminal box.
2.If the motor is not equipped with automatic reset thermal protection, then adjust the overload protection according to the nominal
current value of electric pump (data plate).
5 Commissioning, Startup,
Operation, and Shutdown
Precautions
WARNING:
Make sure that the drained liquid does not cause damage or
injuries.
NOTICE:
• Never operate the pump below the minimum rated flow.
• Never operate the pump with the delivery ON-OFF valve closed
for longer than a few seconds.
• Do not expose an idle pump to freezing conditions. Drain all liquid that is inside the pump. Failure to do so can cause liquid to
freeze and damage the pump.
• The sum of the pressure on the suction side (water mains, gravity
tank) and the maximum pressure that is delivered by the pump
must not exceed the maximum working pressure that is allowed
(nominal pressure PN) for the pump.
• Do not use the pump if cavitation occurs. Cavitation can damage
the internal components.
5.1 Prime the pump
1.Fill plug
2.Drain plug
3.Funnel
Installations with liquid level above the pump (suction head)
Close the on-off valve located downstream from the pump.
Installations with liquid level below the pump (suction lift)
Open the on-off valve that is located upstream from the pump and
close the on-off valve downstream.
5.2 Check the rotation direction (three-phase
motor)
Follow this procedure before start-up.
1.Start the motor.
2.Stop the motor.
3.If the rotation direction is incorrect, then do as follows:
a)Disconnect the power supply.
b)In the terminal board of the motor or in the electric control
panel, exchange the position of two of the three wires of the
supply cable.
c)Check the direction of rotation again.
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5.3 Start the pump
1.Start the motor.
2.Gradually open the on-off valve on the discharge side of the
pump.
At the expected operating conditions, the pump must run
smoothly and quietly. If not, refer to Troubleshooting (page 6).
3.If the pump does not start in correctly in 30 seconds, then do the
following:
a)Switch off the pump.
b)Reprime the pump.
c)Start the pump again.
4.Switch off and on the pump (for about 30 seconds of continuos
running) and make sure that all the trapped air is bled out by repeating this 2–3 times.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the pump has bled away all the trapped air. Failure to
do so can harm the product.
6 Maintenance
Precautions
Electrical Hazard:
Disconnect and lock out electrical power before installing or
servicing the unit.
ProblemCause and solution
The pump starts
up but the thermal protector is
triggered after a
short time or the
fuses blow.
The pump starts
but does not deliver any liquid.
The pump’s delivery is reduced.
• The power supply cable is damaged, the motor
short circuits or thermal protector or fuses are
not suited for the motor current. Check and replace the components as necessary.
• The thermo-overload protection (single phase)
or of the protection device (three-phase) trips
due to excessive current input. Check the
pump working conditions.
• A phase in the power supply is missing. Check
the power supply.
• The pump is clogged with solids and the impeller becomes bound. Clean the pump.
• Air is entering the suction piping, check the liquid level, the tightness of the suction pipes and
the operation of the foot valve.
• The pump is not correctly primed. Repeat the
instructions in Prime the pump (page 5).
• Check for restrictions in the piping system.
• Wrong rotation of the impeller (three-phase).
Check the direction of rotation.
• The pump is not correctly primed. Repeat the
instructions in Prime the pump (page 5).
WARNING:
• Maintenance and service must be performed by skilled
and qualified personnel only.
• Observe accident prevention regulations in force.
• Use suitable equipment and protection.
6.1 Service
The pump does not require any scheduled routine maintenance. If the
user wishes to schedule regular maintenance deadlines, they are dependent on the type of pumped liquid and on the operating conditions
of the pump.
Contact the local sales and service representative for any requests or
information regarding routine maintenance or service.
7 Troubleshooting
Introduction
Always specify the exact pump type and identification code when requesting information or spare parts from the Sales and Service department.
For other situation not mentioned in the table, refer to the Sales and
Service department.
7.1 Troubleshooting table
ProblemCause and solution
The pump does
not start.
• The thermo-overload protection in the singlephase motor has tripped; it will automatically
reset when the motor cools down.
• Check the power supply wiring to see that the
connections are all tight
• Check to see that the circuit breaker or groundfault protection device has tripped. Or replace
any fuses that may have blown.
• Check to see if any protection device installed
for dry running protection has tripped or hung
up.
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