New SLH Service Manuel

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Screw Pump
Operatingmanual
Operating m anual S SL, SLH series
Version BA-2007.11 Joh. Heinr. Bornemann GmbH

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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 About this document ............................... 5 5.4.1 Installing the coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.4.2 Setting up the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.1 Target groups ................................. 5
5.5 Planning the pipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.2 Other applicable documents ................ 6
5.5.1 Specifying supports and flange
1.3 Warnings and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.5.2 Specifying nominal diameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.4 Technical terms ............................... 7
5.5.3 Specifying pipe lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2 Safety ................................................. 8 5.5.4 Optimizing changes in cross-section and
2.1 Intended use .................................. 8 direction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.5.5 Avoiding excessive pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.2 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 5.5.6 Providing safety and control devices . . . . . . . 19
2.2.1 Product safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 5.5.7 Using hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.2.2 Obligations of the operating company . . . . . . 9
2.2.3 Obligations of personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 5.6 Connecting the pipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.6.1 Keeping the piping clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.3 Specific hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 5.6.2 Installing auxiliary piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.3.1 Explosion-hazard area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 5.6.3 Installing the suction pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.3.2 Hazardous pumped liquids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 5.6.4 Installing the pressure pipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.6.5 Inspection for stress-free pipe
3 Layout and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1 Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5.7 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.1 Type plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5.7.1 Connecting the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.1.2 Pump type code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 5.7.2 Checking the sense of rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.2 Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 5.8 Aligning the pump unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.3 Shaft seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5.8.1 Checking the alignment of the
coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.4 Auxiliary operating systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5.8.2 Aligning the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3.5 CIP cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5.9 Install the coupling guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4 Transport, storage and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.1 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 6.1 Putting the pump into service for the first
4.1.1 Unpacking and inspection on delivery . . . . . . 13 time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.1.2 Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 6.1.1 Identifying the pump type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.2 Treatment for storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6.1.2 Checking the shutdown period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.2.1 For storage times < 3 months . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6.1.3 Removing preservative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.2.2 For storage times > 3 months . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6.1.4 Lubricating the bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.1.5 Preparing auxiliary systems (if
4.3 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 available) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.4 Removing preservative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 6.1.6 Filling and bleeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.1.7 Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 6.1.8 Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5 Setup and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.2 Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.1 Preparing the setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.2.1 Preparing operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.1.1 Checking the ambient conditions . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.2.2 Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.1.2 Preparing the installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.2.3 Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
5.1.3 Preparing the foundation and surface . . . . . . 16 6.3 Cleaning/sterilizing the pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.1.4 Preparing the pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.3.1 CIP cleaning/sterilization at CIP temperature
5.1.5 Installing thermal insulation (if < 80 °C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
present) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.3.2 CIP cleaning/sterilization at CIP temperature
5.2 Setup with foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 > 80 °C and pump with blocking system or
5.2.1 Placing the pump unit on the quenching system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 6.3.3 CIP cleaning/sterilization at CIP temperature
5.2.2 Fastening the pump unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 > 80 °C and pump without blocking system,
5.2.3 Fastening the pump (for SL series without quenching system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 6.3.4 Mechanical cleaning/sterilization . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.3 Installation without foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 6.4 Shutting down the pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.4 Installing the motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 6.5 Start-up following a shutdown period . . . . . . . 29
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6.6 Operating the stand-by pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

7 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.1 Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.2 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.2.1 Maintenance table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.2.2 Topping up/changing the lubricating oil . . . . . 32
7.3 Removing and installing the pump . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.3.1 Removing the pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7.3.2 Returning the pump to the
manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4 Checking/replacing pump parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4.1 Dismounting the pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4.2 Ordering spare parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.4.3 Installing the pump .......................... 34
8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
9 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9.1 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9.1.1 Ambient conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9.1.2 Sound pressure levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9.2 Lubrication points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
9.3 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9.3.1 NSF or USDA H1 approved gear oil . . . . . . . . 39
9.3.2 Gear oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
9.4 Lubricant quantities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.5 Preservatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.6 Cleaning agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
9.7 Document of compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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List of figures List of tables

Fig. 1 European type plate (example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Tab. 1 Target groups and their duties .............. 5
Fig. 2 International type plate (example) . . . . . . . . . . 10 Tab. 2 Other applicable documents and their
purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Fig. 3 Pump type code (example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tab. 3 Warnings and consequences of disregarding
Fig. 4 Layout of pump without base plate
them . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
(example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Tab. 4 Symbols and their meaning ................. 7
Fig. 5 Layout of pump with base plate
(example) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Tab. 5 Technical terms and their meaning ......... 7
Fig. 6 Fasten the lifting gear directly to the pump Tab. 6 Filter for suction line – mesh size per
(SL series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 operating phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fig. 7 Fasten the lifting gear to the pump unit (SLH Tab. 7 Measures to be taken if the pump is shut
series) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Fig. 9 Installation without foundation (sketch) . . . . . 18 Tab. 8 Measures depending on the behavior of the
pumped liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Fig. 13 Oil level indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Tab. 9 Maintenance – intervals and
Fig. 14 Airborne sound level diagram (source:
measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
VDI 3743) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Tab. 10 Measures for return . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Fig. 15 Overview of lubrication points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Tab. 11 Malfunction/number assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Tab. 12 Troubleshooting list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Tab. 13 NSF or USDA H1 approved gear oil . . . . . . . . 39
Tab. 14 Gear oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Tab. 15 Lubricant quantities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Tab. 16 Preservatives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Tab. 17 Cleaning agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Tab. 18 Document of compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

About this document
1 About this document

This manual
• Is part of the pump
• Applies to the SL and SLH series mentioned above
• Describes safe and appropriate operation during all
operating phases
1.1 Target groups

Target group Definition Duty
Operating company Keep this manual available at the site of
operation of the system, including for later use.
Ensure that personnel read and follow the
instructions in this manual and the other
applicable documents, especially all safety
instructions and warnings.
Observe any additional rules and regulations
referring to the system.
Operator • Trained or instructed by the pump Read, observe and follow this manual and
manufacturer the other applicable documents, especially all
safety instructions and warnings.
Qualified personnel, • Years of professional experience or training Read, observe and follow this manual and
fitter in repairs, maintenance and inspection and the other applicable documents, especially all
maintenance of pumps safety instructions and warnings.
• Familiar with operating the manufacturer's
pump, putting it into service and subjecting
it to maintenance
• Trained or instructed by the pump
manufacturer
• Knowledge of all relevant regulations and
standards
Tab. 1 Target groups and their duties

About this document
1.2 Other applicable documents

Document Purpose
ATEX additional instructions Operation in explosion-hazard areas
Pump data sheet Technical specifications, operating conditions, performance and
operating limits
Dimensional drawing Designations of components, connections, permissible flange loads
Spare parts lists Ordering spare parts
Supplementary data sheet Technical data for bearing ring sealing system
Dismounting/assembly instructions Dismounting and installing the pump
Supplier documentation Technical documentation for parts supplied by subcontractors
Storage and treatment for storage of screw pumps Guidelines for treatment for long-term storage for max. 12 months
(doc. no. 1000 98 045)1)
Special storage and treatment for storage of screw Guidelines for treatment for long-term storage for 13–36 months
pumps (doc. no. 1000 98 077)1)
Heating of SL/SLH screw pumps (doc. Instructions for heating and heat insulation
no. 1000 98 121)1)
Special data sheet for transport and lifting2) Guidelines for transporting and lifting the pump
Tab. 2 Other applicable documents and their purpose
1) Included in the scope of delivery only if the pump was ordered accordingly. Can be subsequently ordered if necessary.
2) Only included in scope of delivery for alternative designs.
1.3 Warnings and symbols

Warning Risk level Consequences of disregard
Immediate acute risk Death, grievous bodily harm
DANGER
Potentially acute risk Death, grievous bodily harm
WARNING
Potentially hazardous situation Minor bodily harm
CAUTION
Potentially hazardous situation Material damage
CAUTION
Tab. 3 Warnings and consequences of disregarding them

About this document
Symbol Meaning
Safety warning sign
Take note of all information highlighted by the safety warning sign
and follow the instructions to avoid injury or death.
Instruction
1. , 2. , ... Multiple-step instructions
9 Precondition
→ Cross-reference
Information, advice
Tab. 4 Symbols and their meaning
1.4 Technical terms

Term Meaning
Auxiliary operating systems Systems for operating the pump
Contamination Poisoning or impurification with detrimental substances
Cavitation Creation and sudden dissolving of steam bubbles in the pumped liquid
Pump unit Pump with motor
Quenching Sealing system at which the pressure of the quench medium is lower
than that of the pumped liquid. The seal is lubricated by the pumped
liquid.
The quench medium absorbs pumped liquid.
Quench medium Medium for quenching mechanical seals or shaft seals
Blocking Sealing system at which the pressure of the blocking medium is higher
than that of the pumped liquid. The seal is lubricated by the blocking
medium.
The pumped liquid absorbs blocking medium. The pumped liquid has
no contact to the atmosphere.
Blocking medium Medium for blocking mechanical seals
Flushing medium Medium for flushing the pump, seal chamber and sliding surfaces
Tab. 5 Technical terms and their meaning

Safety
2 Safety
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damage 2.2 General safety instructions
resulting from disregard of the entire documentation.
Take note of the following regulations before carrying out
any work.
2.1 Intended use
2.2.1 Product safety
• Only use the pump to pump the agreed pumped liquids
The pump has been constructed according to the
(→ additional instructions - pump data sheet).
latest technology and recognized technical safety rules.
• Adhere to the operating limits (→ pump data sheet). Nevertheless, operation of the pump can still put the life and
health of the user or third parties at risk or damage the pump
• Avoid running dry for prolonged periods:
or other property.
– The pump can be run dry for brief periods (depending
• Only operate the pump if it is in perfect technical condition
on the pumped liquid, application process and type of
and only use it as intended, staying aware of safety and
seal). Consult the manufacturer if necessary.
risks, and in adherence to the instructions in this manual.
– Make sure the pump is only operated with, and never
without, pumped liquid. • Keep this manual and all other applicable documents
complete, legible and accessible to personnel at all times.
• Avoid cavitation:
– Fully open the suction-side valve and do not use it to • Keep the information on the machine in a complete and
adjust the flow rate. legible condition.
– Open the pressure-side valve completely.
• Refrain from any procedures and actions that would pose
• Take system-side measures (e. g. safety valve) which a risk to personnel or third parties.
protect the pump from impermissible overpressure.
• In the event of any safety-relevant malfunctions, shut down
• Consult the manufacturer about any other use of the pump. the pump immediately and have the malfunction corrected
by appropriate personnel.
Prevention of obvious misuse (examples)
• In addition to the entire documentation for the product,
• Observe the operating limits of the pump with regard to comply with statutory or other safety and accident-
the temperature, pressure, viscosity, flow rate and speed prevention regulations and the applicable standards and
(→ pump data sheet). guidelines in the country where the pump is operated.
• When pumping liquids containing solids, adhere to the
limits for the proportion of solids and the grain size
(→ pump data sheet).
• Do not operate the pump while the suction-side or
pressure-side valves are closed.

Safety
2.2.2 Obligations of the operating company 2.2.3 Obligations of personnel

Safety-conscious operation • All directions given on the pump must be followed (and kept
legible), e.g. the arrow indicating the sense of rotation and
• Only operate the pump if it is in perfect technical condition
the markings for fluid connections.
and only use it as intended, staying aware of safety and
risks, and in adherence to the instructions in this manual. • Do not remove the safety guarding for hot, cold or moving
parts during operation.
• Ensure that the following safety aspects are observed and
monitored: • Use protective equipment whenever necessary.
– Adherence to intended use
• Only carry out work on the pump while it is not running.
– Statutory or other safety and accident-prevention
regulations • Isolate the motor from its supply voltage and secure it
– Safety regulations governing the handling of against being switched back on again when carrying out
hazardous substances any fitting or maintenance work.
– Applicable standards and guidelines in the country • Reinstall the safety equipment on the pump as required by
where the pump is operated regulations after any work on the pump.
• Make protective equipment available.
Qualified personnel 2.3 Specific hazards

• Make sure all personnel tasked with work on the pump
have read and understood this manual and all other 2.3.1 Explosion-hazard area
applicable documents, especially the safety, maintenance • (→ ATEX additional instructions).
and repair information, before they start any work.
• Organize responsibilities, areas of competence and the 2.3.2 Hazardous pumped liquids
supervision of personnel. • Follow the safety regulations for handling hazardous
• Have all work carried out by specialist technicians only: substances when handling hazardous (e.g. hot,
– Installation, initial start-up, repairs, maintenance flammable, poisonous or potentially harmful) pumped
– Work on the electrical and electronic equipment liquids.
• Make sure trainee personnel only work on the pump under • Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
supervision of specialist technicians. the pump.
Safety equipment
• Provide the following safety equipment and verify its
functionality:
– For hot, cold and moving parts: safety guarding
provided by the customer for the pump
– For potential build up of electrostatic charge: ensure
appropriate grounding.
– provide an appropriate safety valve on the pressure
side between the pump and the first shut-off device
Warranty
• Obtain the manufacturer's approval prior to carrying out
any modifications, repairs or alterations during the warranty
period.
• Only use genuine parts or parts that have been approved
by the manufacturer.

Layout and function
3 Layout and function
3.1 Label 3.1.2 Pump type code

The serial number of the pump is stamped on the housing
3.1.1 Type plate
parts.
The serial number is also stamped on the housing parts.
SL 125 - 65
4 5 6 7 8 9
1
2
3
3 10 Fig. 3 Pump type code (example)

2 11 1 Pump type (SL = Single Line, SLI = Single Line
Industry, SLH = Single Line Hygiene)
1 12 2 Size
3 Slope
Fig. 1 European type plate (example)
4 5 6 7 8 9
3 10
2 11
1 12
Fig. 2 International type plate (example)

1 Viscosity
2 Flow rate
3 Order number
4 Serial number
5 Differential pressure
6 Weight
7 Type
8 Motor speed
9 Max. admission pressure
10 Year of manufacture
11 Power consumption
12 Max. outlet pressure

Layout and function
3.2 Layout
The examples provided here show the layout of the pumps.
Refer to the dimensional drawing (→ dimensional drawing)
for the arrangement of the outlet flange and suction pipe,
and for pump dimensions.
5 4 3 2
Fig. 4 Layout of pump without base plate (example)

1 Pump casing 3 Bearing housing 5 Suction pipe
2 Top shaft 4 Outlet flange

Layout and function
7 6 5 4 3 2
Fig. 5 Layout of pump with base plate (example)

1 Base plate 4 Bearing housing 7 Suction pipe
2 Motor 5 Outlet flange
3 Coupling 6 Pump casing
3.3 Shaft seals 3.4 Auxiliary operating systems

Shaft seals have functional leaks. Layout and function of the auxiliary operating systems
Depending on the pumped liquid, different combinations of (→ supplier documentation, supplementary data sheet).
materials are used.
Layout and function of the shaft seals (→ supplier 3.5 CIP cleaning
documentation, supplementary data sheet).
SLH series pumps:
Only one of the following shaft seals can be used. – Can be cleaned without disassembly
– Can be used for sterile applications
• Single-action mechanical seal without shaft seal ring
• Single-action mechanical seal with shaft seal ring and
unpressurized receptacle
• Double-action mechanical seal and blocking system
• Double-action mechanical seal with quenching or blocking
system

Transport, storage and disposal
4 Transport, storage and disposal
4.1 Transport
Weight specifications (→ dimensional drawing).
The graphics used are exemplary representations.
4.1.1 Unpacking and inspection on delivery

1. Unpack the pump/unit upon delivery and inspect it for
visible transport damage.
2. Immediately report any transport damage to the
transporting company and manufacturer.
3. Dispose of packaging material according to local
regulations.
4.1.2 Lifting
DANGER
Death or crushing of limbs caused by falling loads!
Use lifting gear appropriate for the total weight to be
transported (→ dimensional drawing).
Fasten the lifting gear as shown in the following illustrations
or according to the special data sheet (for custom models).
Do not stand under suspended loads.
CAUTION
Material damage due to inappropriate transport
Do not lift the pump by the bearing housing or gear box
housing.
Make sure the pump unit is not distorted when lifting it.
Fig. 7 Fasten the lifting gear to the pump unit (SLH series)
Lift the pump/unit properly.
Fig. 6 Fasten the lifting gear directly to the

pump (SL series)

4.2 Treatment for storage 4.3 Storage

Applies to SL series pumps only.
CAUTION
Material damage due to inappropriate storage!
Unless ordered elsewhere, all visible shaft parts and bare,
non-corrosive metal parts are treated with preservative for Treat and store the pump properly.
transport upon delivery.
1. Seal all openings with blind flanges, blind plugs or plastic
covers.
2. Make sure the storage room meets the following
WARNING conditions:
Preservatives present a risk of poisoning in the foodstuffs – Dry
industry! – Frost-free
Only use a preservative which is compatible with the – Vibration-free
pumped liquid (→ 9.5 Preservatives, Page 40). 3. Turn the shaft once a month.
4. Make sure the shaft and bearing change their rotational
position in the process.
CAUTION 5. Check the preservative once a month, reapply if necessary.
Material damage due to inappropriate treatment for
storage!
Treat the pump properly, inside and outside, for storage. 4.4 Removing preservative
Do not undo the seal flange from the mechanical seals.
Only necessary for pumps treated for storage.
Do not apply preservative to non-metallic parts.
For transport by sea, use a preservative that is resistant to
sea water.
4.2.1 For storage times < 3 months

WARNING
1. Choose a preservative appropriate for the type and Cleaning agents present a risk of poisoning in the
duration of storage (→ 9.5 Preservatives, Page 40). foodstuffs industry!
2. If present: remove the plastic covers from the suction and Only use cleaning agents which are compatible with the
pressure sides. pumped liquid (→ 9.6 Cleaning agents, Page 40).
3. All visible bare metal parts should be treated, inside and Completely remove the preservative.
outside.
4. Replace the plastic covers on the suction and pressure
sides.
CAUTION
High water pressure or spray water can damage bearings!
4.2.2 For storage times > 3 months Do not clean bearing areas with a water or steam jet.
1. Choose a preservative appropriate for the type and
duration of storage (→ 9.5 Preservatives, Page 40).
2. If present: remove the plastic covers from the suction and CAUTION
pressure sides. Damage to seals by using the wrong cleaning agents!
3. All visible bare metal parts should be treated, inside and Ensure the cleaning agent does not corrode the seals.
outside.
4. Replace the plastic covers on the suction and pressure 1. Choose the cleaning agent according to the application.
sides. (→ 9.6 Cleaning agents, Page 40).
5. Observe the measures for treatment for long-term storage 2. Dispose of cleaning agents in accordance with local
(→ Storage and treatment for storage of screw pumps, regulations.
→Special storage and treatment for storage of screw 3. Check all elastomer parts (O-rings, shaft seals) for proper
pumps). elasticity and replace them if necessary.

4.5 Disposal
Plastic parts can be contaminated by poisonous or
radioactive pumped liquids to such an extent that cleaning
will be insufficient.
WARNING
Risk of poisoning and environmental damage by the
pumped liquid or oil!
Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
the pump.
Prior to the disposal of the pump:
– Collect and dispose of any escaping pumped liquid or
oil in accordance with local regulations.
– Neutralize residues of pumped liquid in the pump.
– Remove the preservative (→ 4.4 Removing
preservative, Page 14).
Remove the plastic parts and dispose of them in
accordance with local regulations.
Dispose of the pump in accordance with local regulations.

Setup and connection
5 Setup and connection

For pumps in explosion-hazard areas (→ ATEX additional 5.1.5 Installing thermal insulation (if present)
instructions).
Only necessary to maintain the temperature of the pumped
Have all work carried out by specialist technicians only: liquid
– Installation, initial start-up, repairs, maintenance
– Work on the electrical and electronic equipment
CAUTION
Material damage caused by overheating!
CAUTION Install heat insulation only on the pump casing.
Material damage caused by dirt!
Do not remove any covers or transport plugs until Install the heat insulation properly (→ Heating of screw
immediately before connecting the pipes to the pump. pumps).
5.1 Preparing the setup

5.1.1 Checking the ambient conditions
Make sure the required ambient conditions are met
5.1.2 Preparing the installation site

Ensure the installation site meets the following conditions:
– Pump freely accessible from all sides (→ additional
instructions - dimensional drawings)
– Sufficient space for the installation/removal of the pipes
and for maintenance and repair work, especially for the
removal and installation of the pump and the motor
– Pump not exposed to external vibrations (damage to
bearings)
– Frost protection
5.1.3 Preparing the foundation and surface

Setup options:
– With concrete foundation
– With steel foundation frame (with tilting base)
Make sure the foundation and surface meet the following

conditions:
– Level: permissible deviation < 0.33% (1 cm/300 cm)
– Clean (no oil, dust or other impurities)
– Capable of bearing the weight of the pump unit and all
operating forces
– Ensure the pump is stable and cannot tip over
5.1.4 Preparing the pump

1. If the pump is to be put into operation immediately after
setup and connection: remove the preservative prior to
setup (→ 4.4 Removing preservative, Page 14).
2. Take the measures required after long storage/shutdown
periods (→ Special storage and treatment for storage of
screw pumps).

5.2 Setup with foundation 5.2.2 Fastening the pump unit

The damping behavior is improved by filling the base plate
CAUTION with mortar grout.
Material damage due to distortion of the base plate! 1. Fill the anchoring holes with mortar grout.
Place the base plate on the foundation and fasten it to it as 2. When the mortar grout has set, screw the base plate tight
described in the following. at three points with the appropriate torque.
3. Before tightening the remaining bolts, compensate for any
5.2.1 Placing the pump unit on the foundation unevenness in the surface using metal spacing shims next
✔ Implements, tools and materials: to each bolt.
– Foundation bolts 4. Fill the inside of the base plate with concrete, if intended.
– Steel washers Knock on the base plate to ensure that no cavities are
– Non-shrinking mortar grout created in the process.
– Spirit level
1. Lift the pump unit (→ 4.1 Transport, Page 13). 5.2.3 Fastening the pump (for SL series only)
2. Working from below, hang the foundation bolts into the Only necessary if the pump unit is assembled on site.
base plate fixing holes.
Observe the manufacturer's instructions when using

adhesive anchors.
3. Set the pump unit down on the foundation. When doing

so, sink the foundation bolts into the prepared anchoring
holes.
1
2
1 Drainage hole
2 1 2 3 2 Seal
1. Provide seal between pump foot and base plate.

Fig. 8 Setup with foundation (schematic diagram) 2. Do not block the drainage hole in the foot of the pump.
4. Use steel washers to align the pump unit to the height and
system dimensions as described in the following:
– Place a steel washer (2) to the left and right-hand side
of each foundation bolt (1).
– If the distance between the anchoring holes is greater
than 750 mm, place additional steel washers (3) in the
middle, on each side of the base plate.
5. Make sure the steel washers lie flat against the base plate,
in full contact.
6. Use an integrated spirit level to check end to end and side
to side:
– Permissible height deviation of 1 cm/300 cm
7. Repeat the procedure until the base plate is correctly
aligned.

5.3 Installation without foundation 5.4 Installing the motor

✔ Implements, tools and materials: Only necessary if the pump unit is assembled on site.
– Wrench
– Spirit level
If the pump is delivered without base plate, provide a base
plate which securely prevents torsion and impermissible
1 vibrations during operation. Compensate the height for the
drive.
2 As a standard, the pump-side coupling half is already
3 installed with a transition fit.
Fig. 9 Installation without foundation (sketch) CAUTION

1. Lift the pump unit (→ 4.1.2 Lifting, Page 13). Material damage caused by knocks and bumps!
2. Install four leveling feet (3) as shown. Keep the coupling halves properly aligned when slipping
them on.
3. Set the pump aggregate down on the surface.
Do not knock or hit any components of the pump or motor.
4. Use the adjustable feet (3) to adjust the height of the base
plate as shown above:
– Use a wrench to hold the hex nut steady on the leveling 5.4.1 Installing the coupling
foot (3). With couplings with press fit, remove the rubber buffer and
– Loosen the hex nut (1). warm up the coupling half before installing it. Reinsert the
– Adjust the height by turning the hex nut (2). rubber buffer after installing the coupling half.
– Tighten the hex nut (1).
– Use the integrated spirit level to check whether the 1. For detailed information and special couplings, observe the
pump is level end to end and side to side with a manufacturer's specifications.
maximum allowable tilt of <0.33% (1 cm/300 cm).
2. Make sure both coupling halves have the same diameter.
– Repeat the procedure until the base plate is correctly
aligned. 3. Smear molybdenum disulfide (e.g. Molykote) on the ends
of the shafts.
4. Insert shaft keys.
5. Slide on the coupling halves until the shaft end is flush
with the coupling hub.
6. If present, tighten the grub screws on both coupling
halves. Observe the tightening torques (→ manufacturer's
specifications).
5.4.2 Setting up the motor

✔ Implements, tools and materials:
– Metal spacing shims
1. Lift the motor (→ manufacturer's specifications).
2. Place the motor on the base plate.
3. Connect the coupling halves. Keep the prescribed gap
between the coupling halves.
4. Use suitable metal shims at the motor to align the end of
the motor shaft to the end of the pump shaft.
5. Screw in the motor bolts, but do not tighten them yet
(→ 5.8.2 Aligning the motor, Page 23).

5.5 Planning the pipes 5.5.5 Avoiding excessive pressure
5.5.1 Specifying supports and flange connections WARNING

CAUTION Risk of injury due to excessive pressure!
Take system-side measures (e. g. safety valve) which
Material damage due to excessive forces and torques protect the pump from impermissible overpressure.
exerted by the piping on the pump!
Do not exceed the permissible limits (→ dimensional Observe the manufacturer's specifications.
drawing).
If present: observe the manufacturers' specifications for 5.5.6 Providing safety and control devices
the auxiliary systems. Avoid impurities
1. Calculate the pipe forces, taking every possible operating We recommend using a filter in the suction line also during
condition into account: operation.
– Cold/warm
– Empty/full If necessary, the mesh size of the filter can be enlarged or
– Unpressurized/pressurized the filter can be completely removed to accommodate the
– Positional changes of the flanges pumped liquid. In such cases, appropriate measures must
2. Ensure the pipe supports have permanent low-friction be taken to prevent hard solids.
properties and do not seize up due to corrosion.
3. Provide suction-side and pressure-side ventilation. 1. Provide a filter in the suction line according to the following
table:
4. If necessary, provide pipe compensators.
Operating phase Pump size Mesh size [mm]
5.5.2 Specifying nominal diameters
Keep the flow resistance in the pipes as low as possible. Series
SL SI SLH
1. Make sure the nominal suction pipe diameter is not smaller Start-up phase All 1 1 1
than the nominal suction branch diameter. during the initial
start-up, after
2. Make sure the nominal pressure pipe diameter is not
smaller than the nominal outlet flange diameter. maintenance work
etc.
5.5.3 Specifying pipe lengths During operation 80 2 2 2-5
Suction side: shorter pipes are possible but may restrict 125 2 2 2-5
the hydraulic performance.
180 - - 4-6
Pressure side: shorter pipes are possible but can result in
increased operating noise. Tab. 6 Filter for suction line – mesh size per
operating phase
1. Straight pipe length (suction side) > 5 x DN.
2. Straight pipe length (pressure side) > 5 x DN. 2. Provide differential pressure monitoring equipment to
monitor impurities:
5.5.4 Optimizing changes in – Observe the permissible differential pressure of the
cross-section and direction filter (→ manufacturer's specifications)
Avoid reverse running

1. Avoid abrupt changes of cross-section and direction along
the piping. Install a non-return valve between the outlet flange and the
gate valve to ensure the medium does not flow back when
2. If several pumps are operated simultaneously and
the pump is switched off.
gas-loaded pumped liquid is pumped:
– Ensure the same pressure conditions for each pump
Avoid emptying (SL, SLI series)
by laying the lines symmetrically.
– Same cross sections and line lengths from the joint Route suction/pressure lines and auxiliary lines so that the
supply line up to the pumps. pump, blocking system and lines will not drain when the
3. Make sure no cavitation can occur. pump is not running.

Making provisions for complete emptying (SLH series) 5.5.7 Using hoses
Observe the manufacturer's specifications.
WARNING
Cleaning agents present a risk of poisoning in the pumped
liquid! Make sure that the following requirements are met when
using hoses:
Making provisions for complete emptying of the pump and – Hoses are suitable for the pumped liquid and pumping
system. pressure
– Hoses in the suction line are suitable for suction
Provisions for cleaning operation
1. Route suction/pressure lines and auxiliary lines so that – Observe minimum bending radius, no buckling
there is enough extra space to uninstall/install the pump. – Not under tension
– Do not twist hoses
2. For pumps with axial supports:
– Do not guide hoses along sharp edges or rough
– Provide straight pipe adapter
surfaces
– Long pipe adapter > long pump casing (pump casing
– Use an applicator for long, open hose ends
can be easily disassembled)
– Provide pipe adapter with drainage hole
Make provisions for isolating and shutting off the pipes

For maintenance and repair work.
Provide shut-off devices in the suction and pressure pipes.
Allow measurements of the operating conditions

1. Provide pressure monitoring equipment in the suction and
pressure lines.
– As close as possible to the pump, while observing
the limit values (→ additional instructions - pump data
sheet)
2. Provide for pump-side temperature measurements.
CIP cleaning
Applies to SLH series pumps only.
CAUTION
Damage to the mechanical seal
Avoid uncontrolled, simultaneous rotation of the pump
for pumps without blocking system and at cleaning
temperatures > 80 °C.
1. Provide CIP cleaning of the pump and lines.

2. For pumps without blocking system and at cleaning
temperatures > 80 °C: avoid simultaneous rotation of the
pump during SIP sterilization.
3. Provide fittings for the emptying of the pipes.

5.6 Connecting the pipes 5.7 Electrical connection

5.7.1 Connecting the motor
CAUTION
Follow the instructions of the motor manufacturer.
Damage to pump, hoses or fittings during pressure tests Ensure that the motor is sufficiently ventilated (for cooling).
and flushing!
Do not subject the pump, hoses or fittings to impermissible
pressure when testing pressure or flushing.
DANGER
If necessary, disconnect the pump, hoses and fittings from
the system beforehand. Risk of death due to electric shock!
Have all electrical work carried out by qualified electricians
5.6.1 Keeping the piping clean only.
Isolate the motor from its supply voltage and secure it
CAUTION against being switched back on again prior to any work on
the electrical system.
Material damage due to impurities in the pump!
Make sure no impurities can enter the pump. 1. Connect the motor according to the connection diagram.
2. Provide appropriate cable ducts.
1. Clean all piping parts and valves prior to assembly.
3. Make sure no danger arises due to electric power.
2. Ensure no flange seals protrude inwards.
4. Install an EMERGENCY STOP switch.
3. Remove any blank flanges, plugs, protective foils and/or
protective paint from the flanges. 5.7.2 Checking the sense of rotation
5.6.2 Installing auxiliary piping If present, check the sense of rotation with a rotary field
measuring device.
Observe the manufacturers' specifications for any auxiliary
operating systems which are present.
1. Install the auxiliary piping stress-free and sealed. DANGER

2. To avoid air pockets: run the pipes with a continuous Risk of death due to rotating parts!
upward or downward slope to the pump. Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
the pump.
5.6.3 Installing the suction pipe
Secure the shaft key from being thrown out when checking
1. Remove the transport plugs from the pump. the sense of rotation.
2. Make sure the flange seals do not protrude. Keep an adequate distance to rotating parts.
3. Fit the connection for filling the pump.
Make sure the connection size corresponds to the viscosity
of the pumped liquid. CAUTION
Material damage due to incorrect direction of rotation!
5.6.4 Installing the pressure pipe
Uncouple the motor from the pump.
1. Remove the transport plugs from the pump.
2. Install the pressure pipe. 1. Switch the motor on and immediately off again.
3. Make sure the flange seals do not protrude inwards. 2. Check whether the motor's sense of rotation is the same
4. Provide a safety valve in the pressure pipe. as that of the arrow on the pump.
3. If the sense of rotation is different:
5.6.5 Inspection for stress-free pipe connections – Swap two phases (→ 5.7.1 Connecting the motor,
Page 21).
✔ Piping installed and cooled down
4. Couple the motor to the pump again.
1. Disconnect the pipe connecting flanges from the pump.
2. Check whether the pipes can be moved freely in all
directions within the expected range of expansion:
– Nominal diameter < 150 mm: by hand
– Nominal diameter > 150 mm: with a small lever
3. Make sure the flange surfaces are parallel.
4. Reconnect the pipe connecting flanges to the pump.
5. Make sure the flange seals do not protrude.

5.8 Aligning the pump unit 2. Check the light gap towards the outer diameter with a
straightedge (1):
5.8.1 Checking the alignment of the coupling – Position the straightedge across both halves of the
coupling.
Permissible deviations and dimensions (→ manufacturer's
– Align the motor if there is a visible gap at the outer
specifications).
diameter (→ 5.8.2 Aligning the motor, Page 23).
For Rotex couplings (→ manufacturer's specifications). 3. Measure the gap with a feeler gage (2):
– Permissible gap (→ additional instructions -
dimensional drawings).
CAUTION – Use the feeler gage to measure the gap (A) between
the coupling halves.
Material damage due to incorrect alignment of the – Align the motor if the gap is too wide (→ 5.8.2 Aligning
coupling! the motor, Page 23).
Align the motor exactly to the pump if there is any vertical,
lateral or angular misalignment.
For detailed information and special couplings
(→ manufacturer's specifications).
Checking the alignment of the coupling

✔ Implements, tools and materials:
– Feeler gage
– Straightedge
– Dial gage (for couplings with spacer piece)
– Other suitable tools, e.g. laser alignment instrument
– Manufacturer's specifications
DANGER Fig. 11 Checking for lateral and vertical misalignment

Risk of death due to rotating parts! 4. Check for any lateral or vertical misalignment using the dial
Isolate the motor from its supply voltage and secure it gage:
against being switched back on again prior to any fitting or – Carry out the measurement as illustrated.
maintenance work. – Align the motor if there is any lateral or vertical
misalignment (→ 5.8.2 Aligning the motor, Page 23).
Permissible axial or radial deviation, measured on
the coupling front or circumference, respectively:
A (→ manufacturer's specifications)
Fig. 12 Checking for angular displacement

2 5. Check the angular displacement with a dial gage:
– Carry out the measurement as illustrated.
– If there is any angular displacement: align the motor
(→ 5.8.2 Aligning the motor, Page 23).
Fig. 10 Checking the alignment of the coupling
1. Measure in two planes at an angle of 90° on the
circumference of the coupling.

5.8.2 Aligning the motor

Only necessary if the gap width or lateral, height or angular
misalignment is too small or large.
1. Align the motor so that the coupling halves are exactly in

line and fit shims if necessary.
2. Check the alignment.
3. Repeat the alignment procedure if there is still any vertical
misalignment.
4. Then tighten the motor bolts.
5.9 Install the coupling guard

Install the coupling guard.
If the coupling guard is not pre-assembled upon delivery:
– Install the coupling guard.
– Adjust the coupling guard to the distance between the
motor and pump.
To do so, move the sliding piece in the outer part of the
coupling guard.
– Screw the outer part and sliding piece together.
If a protective cover is used:
– Make sure there is enough space between the
protective cover and pump/motor for ventilation of the
unit.

Operation
6 Operation
For pumps in explosion-hazard areas (→ ATEX additional 6.1.5 Preparing auxiliary systems (if available)
instructions).
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damage
caused by installing or using a third-party or unapproved
auxiliary system.
6.1 Putting the pump into service
for the first time Sealing system
Have all work carried out by specialist technicians only: 1. Make sure the sealing medium is compatible with the
– Installation, initial start-up, repairs, maintenance pumped liquid.
– Work on the electrical and electronic equipment 2. Identify the sealing system (→ additional instructions -
pump data sheet).
6.1.1 Identifying the pump type 3. Install the sealing system (→ manufacturer's
Identify the pump type (→ additional instructions - pump specifications).
data sheet). 4. Make sure the required parameters for the installed sealing
system are met (→ additional instructions - pump data
The pump types vary e.g. with regard to the shaft seal, sheet, manufacturer's specifications).
auxiliary systems.
Safety valve
6.1.2 Checking the shutdown period 1. Make sure the safety valve (provided by the customer)
After downtimes > 1 year (→ Special storage and treatment meets the requirements of the pump.
for storage of screw pumps). 2. Adjust the safety valve (→ manufacturer's specifications).
6.1.3 Removing preservative Heating/cooling of the casing

Only necessary for pumps treated for storage. 1. Install the connections and heating/cooling properly
(→ manufacturer's specifications, additional instructions -
dimensional drawing).
Remove the preservative (→ 4.4 Removing preservative, 2. For heating/cooling, ensure:
Page 14).
– Required parameters (→ manufacturer's
specifications, additional instructions - pump
6.1.4 Lubricating the bearings
data sheet)
Fill them with lubricating oil (→ 7.2.2 Topping up/changing – Difference in temperature between the heating
the lubricating oil, Page 32). medium and pumped liquid < 50 °C (→ manufacturer's
specifications)
– Switch on the pump heating at least 30 - 60 minutes
before putting the pump into service.
6.1.6 Filling and bleeding

✔ Auxiliary operating systems ready for operation
WARNING
Risk of injury and poisoning due to hazardous pumped
liquids!
Safely collect any leaking pumped liquid and dispose of it
in accordance with environmental rules and requirements.
1. Clean/sterilize pump if necessary (→ 6.3 Cleaning/

sterilizing the pump, Page 27).
2. Open the suction-side valve completely.
3. Open the pressure-side valve completely.
4. Fill the suction pipe with pumped liquid until the liquid
reaches the pump.
Depending on the viscosity of the pumped liquid, this
process can take up to 10 minutes.
5. Verify that no pipe connections are leaking.

Operation
6.1.7 Switching on 6.1.8 Switching off

✔ Pump set up and connected properly
✔ Motor set up and connected properly WARNING
✔ Motor/coupling exactly aligned with the pump Risk of injury due to hot pump parts!
✔ All connections stress-free and sealed Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
✔ All safety equipment installed and tested for functionality the pump.
✔ Pump prepared, filled and bled properly
✔ If present: heating/cooling and pumped liquid at operating WARNING
temperature (→ additional instructions - pump data sheet)
✔ Auxiliary operating systems ready for operation and Risk of injury and poisoning due to hazardous pumped
switched on liquids!
DANGER
1. Switch off the motor. Maintain the following functions if
Risk of injury due to running pump! present:
Do not touch the running pump. – With double mechanical seals: blocking pressure
Do not carry out any work on the running pump. until the pump is unpressurized (→ manufacturer's
specifications)
– Supply of cold water until the operating temperature of
DANGER the pump is below 100 °C
2. Close the suction-side and pressure-side valves.
Risk of injury and poisoning due to pumped liquid
3. If present: switch off heating.
spraying out!
4. Open bleed screws until the pump is depressurized.
the pump. 5. Screw in and tighten bleed screws.
6. Check the coupling alignment at operating temperature
and realign the motor if necessary (→ 5.8.1 Checking the
CAUTION alignment of the coupling, Page 22).
Bearing damage caused by overheating! 7. Clean/sterilize pump if necessary (→ 6.3 Cleaning/
Open the leak drain if available.
8. Check all tie bolts and tighten them if necessary.
CAUTION
Risk of cavitation when throttling down the medium flow
rate!
Fully open the suction-side valve and do not use it to adjust
the flow rate.
CAUTION
Material damage due to excessive pressure!
Do not operate the pump while the suction-side or
pressure-side valves are closed.
1. Make sure the pumped liquid is at operating temperature

4. Switch on the motor and make sure it is running smoothly.
5. Make sure any temperature changes at pumps with hot
pumped liquids are below 2 K/min.
6. After the first load under pressure and at operating
temperature, check that the pump is not leaking.

Operation
6.2 Operating 4. Make sure any temperature changes at pumps with hot
pumped liquids are below 2 K/min.
6.2.1 Preparing operation
6.2.3 Switching off
If necessary, carry out the following steps:
– With heating, switch on the pump heating at least
two hours before putting the pump into service. WARNING
– Prepare the auxiliary operating systems Risk of injury and poisoning due to hazardous pumped
(→ 6.1.5 Preparing auxiliary systems (if available), liquids!
Page 24).
– Clean/sterilize pump if necessary (→ 6.3 Cleaning/
– Fill and bleed the pump (→ 6.1.6 Filling and bleeding,
Page 24).
– Make sure the pumped liquid is at operating
CAUTION
temperature (→ additional instructions - pump data Material damage caused by peak currents!
sheet). Never switch off the unit with emergency-stop switches!
6.2.2 Switching on 1. Switch off the motor. Maintain the following functions if
✔ Pump initially put into service properly present:
✔ Operation prepared properly – With double mechanical seals: blocking pressure
until the pump is unpressurized (→ manufacturer's
specifications)
– Supply of cold water until the operating temperature of
DANGER the pump is below 100 °C
Risk of injury due to running pump! 2. Close the suction-side and pressure-side valves.
Do not touch the running pump. 3. If present: switch off heating (→ manufacturer's
Do not carry out any work on the running pump. specifications).
If possible: allow the pump to cool down before 4. Open bleed screws until the pump is depressurized (SL
commencing work. series only).
5. Screw in and tighten bleed screws (SL series only).
6. Clean/sterilize pump if necessary (→ 6.3 Cleaning/
DANGER sterilizing the pump, Page 27).
Risk of injury and poisoning due to pumped liquid
spraying out!
the pump.
CAUTION
Bearing damage caused by overheating!
If present, open the leak drain (SL series only).
CAUTION
Material damage due to cavitation when throttling down
the suction flow rate!
Fully open the suction-side valve and do not use it to adjust
the flow rate.
CAUTION
Material damage due to excessive pressure!
Do not operate the pump while the pressure-side valve is
closed.

3. Switch on the motor and make sure it is running smoothly.

Operation
6.3 Cleaning/sterilizing the pump 6.3.3 CIP cleaning/sterilization at CIP temperature

> 80 °C and pump without blocking system,
Only SLH series pumps can be cleaned/sterilized without without quenching system
disassembly.
✔ Pump is at a standstill.
Determine CIP medium and CIP temperature according to
operational requirements.
CAUTION
CAUTION Material damage due to overheated mechanical seal
Only clean/sterilize pump when it is not running.
Damage to pump, hoses or fittings during pressure tests
Cleaning time < 30 minutes.
and flushing!
Do not subject the pump, hoses or fittings to impermissible
pressure when testing pressure or flushing. CAUTION
If necessary, disconnect the pump, hoses and fittings from
the system beforehand. Material damage due to "turbine effect"
If using steam to clean/sterilize, block off the pump.
6.3.1 CIP cleaning/sterilization at CIP temperature
< 80 °C 1. Switch over piping system to CIP medium.
✔ If the pump has a blocking system: engage blocking 2. Clean piping system and pump.
system. 3. Completely remove CIP medium.
✔ Pump is at a standstill. 4. Unblock the pump.
1. Switch over piping system to CIP medium.
2. Start pump (→ 6.2.2 Switching on, Page 26).
3. Clean piping system and pump.
4. Switch off pump (→ 6.2.3 Switching off, Page 26).
5. Completely remove CIP medium.
6.3.2 CIP cleaning/sterilization at CIP temperature

> 80 °C and pump with blocking system
or quenching system
✔ Engage blocking/quenching system.
✔ Pump is at a standstill.
CAUTION
Material damage due to seized pump
Warm up pump while it is not running.
1. Switch over piping system to CIP medium.

2. Start pump (→ 6.2.2 Switching on, Page 26).
3. If the pump is cold,
– stop the pump for approx. 10 minutes
– Wait until casing temperature > 60 °C
– Start pump again
4. Clean piping system and pump.
5. Switch off pump (→ 6.2.3 Switching off, Page 26).
6. Completely remove CIP medium.

Operation
6.3.4 Mechanical cleaning/sterilization 6.4 Shutting down the pump

✔ Pump switched off and depressurized
✔ Suction-side and pressure-side valves closed WARNING
✔ If present: heating/cooling switched off
✔ Auxiliary operating systems switched off and liquids!
depressurized
DANGER
Risk of injury due to running pump!
Do not touch the running pump.
Do not carry out any work on the running pump.
against being switched back on again prior to any fitting or
maintenance work.
WARNING
liquids!
WARNING
Cleaning agents present a risk of poisoning in the
foodstuffs industry!
Only use cleaning agents which are compatible with the
pumped liquid.
Use the cleaning agent specified by the manufacturer.
Observe company-internal cleaning guidelines.
CAUTION
Material damage due to water in the area around the
bearings!
Seal the bleed hole in the oil filler plug.
1. Disconnect the suction and pressure lines from the pump

casing.
2. For pumps with axial supports, remove the pipe adapter.
3. Unscrew the fastening screws.
4. Carefully remove the pump casing.
5. Remove seal ring on the intermediate flange.
6. Clean/sterilize the pump casing and internal pump
components with a suitable cleaning agent.
7. Insert a new seal ring (SL series only) in the intermediate
flange and use a blunt object to press it down into the
groove.
8. Carefully slide the pump casing over the spindles while
observing the installation position of the suction pipe
and outlet flange (→ additional instructions - dimensional
drawing).
9. Screw in and tighten the fastening screws.
10. Remove the seal from the bleed hole in the oil filler plug.

Operation
1. Take the following measures whenever the pump is shut 6.5 Start-up following a shutdown period
down:
1. Observe the manufacturer's specifications (→ Special
Pump is Measure storage and treatment for storage of screw pumps,
Storage and treatment for storage of screw pumps).
...shut down SL series: Take measures
for a prolonged 2. Carry out all steps as for the initial start-up (→ 6.1 Putting
according to the pumped
period the pump into service for the first time, Page 24).
liquid (→ Table 8 Measures
depending on the behavior of
the pumped liquid, Page 29).
6.6 Operating the stand-by pump
...emptied Close the suction-side and
pressure-side valves. Operate the pump and stand-by pump alternately.
...dismounted Disconnect the electrical
connections and secure the
motor against being switched on ✔ Stand-by pump filled and bled
again. Operate the pump and stand-by pump alternately.
...put into Follow the storage instructions
storage (→ 4.3 Storage, Page 14).
Tab. 7 Measures to be taken if the pump is shut down
Behavior of the Duration of shutdown (depending

pumped liquid on process)
Short Long
Solids Flush the Flush the
sedimenting pump. pump.
Solidifying/ Heat up Empty
freezing, or empty the pump,
non-corrosive the pump, containers
containers and pipes.
and pipes.
Solidifying/ Heat up Empty
freezing, or empty the pump,
corrosive the pump, containers
containers and pipes.
and pipes. Apply
preservative
to the pump,
containers
and pipes.
Remains liquid, – –
non-corrosive
Remains liquid, – Empty
corrosive the pump,
containers
and pipes.
Apply
preservative
to the pump,
containers
and pipes.
Tab. 8 Measures depending on the behavior
of the pumped liquid
2. For further measures (→ manufacturer's specifications).

Maintenance
7 Maintenance
For pumps in explosion-hazard areas (→ ATEX additional 7.2 Maintenance
instructions).
Mechanical seals have functional leaks (→ manufacturer's
Trained service technicians are available for fitting and specifications).
repair work. When requesting service, present a pumped
Mechanical seals are subject to natural wear, which is
medium certificate – DIN safety data sheet or document of
largely dependent on the respective operating conditions
compliance (→ 9.7 Document of compliance, Page 41).
(e.g. pumped liquid, continuous or intermittent operation,
etc.). Therefore, general statements regarding their
Have all work carried out by specialist technicians only: service life cannot be made.
– Installation, initial start-up, repairs, maintenance
– Work on the electrical and electronic equipment Intermittent operation, high temperatures, low viscosities
and aggressive ambient and processing conditions reduce
the service life of the bearings.
7.1 Inspections
7.2.1 Maintenance table
The inspection intervals depend on the operational strain
on the pump. DANGER
Risk of death due to electric shock!
DANGER Have all electrical work carried out by qualified electricians
only.
Do not carry out any work on the running pump. DANGER
WARNING
liquids!
against being switched back on again prior to any fitting or
Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on maintenance work.
the pump.
1. Check at appropriate intervals: DANGER

– Temperature of antifriction bearings with metal cage
(alarm at 100 °C, shutdown ≤ 120 °C) Risk of death due to rotating parts!
– Normal operating conditions unchanged Make sure the coupling guard is fitted after working on the
– Coupling alignment and condition of elastic parts pump.
– If present, make sure the safety valve is functioning
properly (→ manufacturer's specifications)
– Blocking pressure system, condition of the blocking WARNING
medium
Risk of injury and poisoning due to hazardous or hot
2. For trouble-free operation, always ensure the following: pumped liquids!
– No dry running for prolonged periods
– No leaks Use protective equipment when carrying out any work on
– No cavitation the pump.
– Suction-side gate valves open If possible: allow the pump to cool down before
– Pressure-side gate valve open commencing work.
– Unclogged and clean filters Make sure the pump is switched off and depressurized.
– No unusual running noises or vibrations
Empty the pump, safely collect the pumped liquid and
– No excessive leakage at the shaft seal
dispose of it in accordance with environmental rules and
– Function of the auxiliary operating systems
requirements.
Perform the maintenance work as specified in the following

table unless required otherwise by the operating mode.

Maintenance
Interval Sub-assembly (if Who2) Measure

present)
Hourly during the Blocking pressure B Check the filter and vent valve for dirt.1)
start-up phase system Check the blocking medium level.1)
According to manufac- Coupling F Check coupling for wear.
turers' specifications
Weekly Gear box housing 4) B Check the oil level.
F Refill/change if necessary (→ 7.2.2 Topping
up/changing the lubricating oil, Page 32).
Mechanical seal B Check for leaks.
F In the event of major leaks:
– Determine the leak intensity by counting the drops.
– Consult the manufacturer.
– Replace the bearing rings or elastomer parts
(→ 7.4 Checking/replacing pump parts, Page 33).
Shaft seal rings B Check for leaks.
F In the event of major leaks:
– Determine the leak intensity by counting the drops.
– Consult the manufacturer.
– Replace the shaft seal rings (→ 7.4 Checking/
replacing pump parts, Page 33).
Blocking system F Check the function.1)
Quenching system F Clean the filter and vent valve.1)
F
Top up the blocking medium if necessary.1)
F
If the quenching/blocking liquid is dirty:
– Check mechanical seal and replace
quenching/blocking liquid.
Heating F Check the function.1)
F Check for leaks.1)
Drive unit F 1)
Check for wear.
After the first 250 Gear box housing 4) F Change lubricating oil (→ 7.2.2 Topping up/changing
operating hours, at the the lubricating oil, Page 32).
latest after 3 months
3 months Blocking system F Change blocking/quenching liquid.
Quenching system
For intermittent Gear box housing 4) F Change lubricating oil (→ 7.2.2 Topping up/changing
operation: every 1000 the lubricating oil, Page 32).
operating hours, after
6 months at the latest
6 months Blocking pressure F Change blocking medium.
system
For continuous Gear box housing 4) F Change lubricating oil (→ 7.2.2 Topping up/changing
operation: every 3000 the lubricating oil, Page 32).
operating hours
Yearly Gear box housing 4) F Clean the air filter.
Replace if necessary.
Tab. 9 Maintenance – intervals and measures
1) (→ manufacturer's specifications, system documentation)
2) B = operator, F = expert
3) (→ manufacturer's specifications)
4) Includes antifriction bearings and cogwheels

Maintenance
7.2.2 Topping up/changing the lubricating oil 7.3 Removing and installing the pump
Changing the lubricating oil
Any warranty claims are rendered void if the pump is
1. Unscrew the plug on the gear box housing and drain the opened by the customer during the warranty period. This
lubricating oil, at operating temperature, into a suitable does not apply to the removal of the pump casing for
container. cleaning.
2. Replace the seal on the screw plug and screw the plug
back in, refill with lubricating oil.
DANGER
Topping up lubricating oil
WARNING
Lubricants present a risk of poisoning in the foodstuffs Isolate the motor from its supply voltage and secure it
industry! against being switched back on again prior to any fitting or
Only use a lubricant that is approved for the foodstuffs maintenance work.
industry (→ 9.3 Lubricants, Page 39).
DANGER
CAUTION Risk of death due to electric shock!
Material damage due to incorrect lubricating oil fill! Have all electrical work carried out by qualified electricians
Make sure the correct type of lubricating oil is used only.
(→ 9.3 Lubricants, Page 39).
Ensure the correct amount of lubricating oil
(→ 9.4 Lubricant quantities, Page 40). WARNING
Ensure a permissible oil level. Risk of injury and poisoning due to hazardous or hot
pumped liquids!
the pump.
Empty the pump, safely collect the pumped liquid and
dispose of it in accordance with environmental rules and
requirements.
1 Allow the pump to cool down before commencing any work.
Make sure the pump is unpressurized.
2
CAUTION
Material damage due to incorrect removal!
Have the pump removed only by specialist technicians.
7.3.1 Removing the pump

✔ Suction-side and pressure-side gate valves closed or pipe
Fig. 13 Oil level indicator completely emptied.
1 Maximum oil level ✔ Pump unpressurized
2 Minimum oil level ✔ Pump completely empty, flushed and decontaminated
✔ Electrical connections disconnected and motor secured
1. Open the oil filler plug. against being switched on again
2. Fill the gear box housing/bearing cap with lubricating oil ✔ Pump cooled down
until the oil level in the oil level eyelet is within the specified ✔ Coupling guard dismounted
range. ✔ With coupling with spacer piece: distance piece removed
3. Screw in the oil filler plug with seal ring. Remove the pump from the system.
4. Check the oil level at the oil level eyelet and change it if
necessary.

Maintenance
7.3.2 Returning the pump to the manufacturer 7.4 Checking/replacing pump parts
Repair work is only carried out if the document of
compliance is presented. DANGER
✔ Pump removed Risk of injury due to running pump!
✔ Pump cooled down Do not touch the running pump.
✔ Pump emptied and cleaned Do not carry out any work on the running pump.
✔ All flanges and bore holes closed Isolate the motor from its supply voltage and secure it
1. Enclose a truthfully and fully completed document of against being switched back on again prior to any fitting or
compliance when returning pumps or components to the maintenance work.
manufacturer (→ 9.7 Document of compliance, Page 41).
7.4.1 Dismounting the pump
2. Take necessary measures, depending on the required
repair work, as listed in the table below when returning the ✔ Suction-side and pressure-side gate valves closed or pipe
pump to the manufacturer. completely emptied.
✔ Pump unpressurized
Repairs Measure for return ✔ Pump completely empty, flushed and decontaminated
...at the Flush the pump and sterilize ✔ Electrical connections disconnected and motor secured
manufacturer's it if it was used to pump against being switched on again
premises hazardous liquids (SL series ✔ Pump cooled down
only). ✔ Coupling guard dismounted
Return the complete pump ✔ With coupling with spacer piece: distance piece removed
(not disassembled) to the
manufacturer. ✔ Manometer lines, manometer and holdings dismounted
Submit the following details: If a coupling with spacer piece is used, the motor can
– Repair reason remain mounted on the base plate.
– Operating conditions
With warranty Flush the pump and When dismounting, observe the following:
claim at the decontaminate it if it was – Mark the precise orientation and position of all
manufacturer's used for hazardous pumped components before dismounting them.
premises liquids. – Dismount components concentrically without canting.
Return the complete pump – Dismount the pump (→ sectional drawing,
(not disassembled) to the dismounting/assembly instructions).
manufacturer.
7.4.2 Ordering spare parts
Submit the following details:
– Information on the
course of events which CAUTION
caused the damage Material damage due to use of impermissible bearings!
– Operating conditions
Special-purpose bearings with specific bearing play are
Tab. 10 Measures for return used, do not use standard bearings.
Have the following information ready to hand when

ordering spare parts (→ 3.1.1 Type plate, Page 10).
– Short designation of the pump
– Order number
– Machine number / serial number
– Position number of the part
– Designation
– Quantity

Maintenance
7.4.3 Installing the pump

Reinstall the components concentrically, without canting,
in accordance with the marks applied.
CAUTION
Material damage due to incorrect installation!
Have the pump installed by specialist technicians only.
1. Observe the following during the installation:

– Replace worn parts with genuine spare parts.
– Replace seals, inserting them in such a way that they
are unable to rotate.
– Tighten the screws/nuts with the appropriate torques in
accordance with the general technical rules.
2. Clean all parts (→ 9.6 Cleaning agents, Page 40). Do not
remove any markings which have been applied.
3. Install the pump (→ additional instructions - dimensional
drawings, dismounting/assembly instructions).
4. Install the pump in the system (→ 5 Setup and connection,
Page 16).

Troubleshooting
8 Troubleshooting
If malfunctions occur which are not specified in the following
table or cannot be traced back to the specified causes, please
consult the manufacturer.
Possible malfunctions are identified by a number in the
following table. This number identifies the respective cause
and remedy in the troubleshooting list.
Malfunction Number
Pump not pumping 1
Pumping rate insufficient 2
Pumping rate excessive 3
No pump suction 4
Pump running roughly or very loud 5
Pump jammed 6
Pump leaking 7
Excessive motor power uptake 8
Tab. 11 Malfunction/number assignment
Malfunction number Cause Remedy

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
X X – X – – – – Excess play between: Repair or replace any worn parts.
• Conveyor screws
• Conveyor screws and housing
X – – X X – – – Supply/suction line closed by valve Open the valve completely.
X – – X X – – – Supply/suction pipe not bled properly or not Fill up the pump and/or piping completely
filled up completely and bleed them.
X X – X X – – – Motor speed too low Compare the motor speed with the
details on the pump type plate. Replace
the motor if necessary.
Increase the motor speed if speed
control is available.
X X – X X – – – Supply/suction line, pump or filter blocked Clean the supply/suction line, pump or
or encrusted filter.
Check the mesh size of the filter and
change it, if necessary, after consulting
the manufacturer.
X X – X X – – – Air is sucked in Seal the source of malfunction.
Adjust the speed if necessary.
With tank operation, raise the filling level.
X X – X X – – – Excessive amount of gas: pump is Check the cable gland.
cavitating Adjust the speed.
Check the mesh size of the filter and
change it, if necessary, after consulting
the manufacturer.
Check the supply/suction line
cross-section.

Troubleshooting

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
X X – X X – – – Suction head excessive: NPSHpump larger Check the position of the pressure
than NPSHsystem measuring point. Make sure the
pressure measuring point is as close as
possible to the pump.
Have the NPSH of the system checked
by the person responsible for the system.
X X – X X – – – Supply/suction pipe not fully opened Open the valve completely.
X – – X X X – – Pump running in the wrong sense of rotation Connect the pump properly
(→ 5.7.2 Checking the sense of
rotation, Page 21).
X – – X – X – X Pump very dirty Turn the top shaft in the opposite
direction of the nominal direction and
flush it.
Consult the manufacturer.
Dismount and clean the pump if
necessary.
X X – – X – – X Pressure pipe blocked Clean the pressure pipe.
X X – X – – X – Tie bolts not tightened properly Tighten the tie bolts.
X X X X X – – – The viscosity or temperature of the pumped Consult the manufacturer.
liquid is outside the range specified for the
pump (→ additional instructions - pump
data sheet)
– X – X X – – – Supply/suction pipe cross-section too Enlarge the supply/suction pipe
narrow cross-section.
Remove any encrustations from the
suction pipe.
Open the valve completely.
– X – X X – – – Pumped liquid temperature too high: pump Lower the temperature.
is cavitating Adjust the speed.
– X – – X – – X Pressure-side valve not opened wide Open the pressure-side valve completely.
enough
– X – X X – – X Motor running on 2 phases Check the fuse and replace it if
necessary.
Check the cable connections and
insulation.
– – X – X – – X Motor speed too high Compare the motor speed with the
details on the pump type plate. Replace
the motor if necessary.
Reduce the motor speed if speed control
is available.
– – – X – – X – Shaft seal leaking Replace the shaft seal if necessary.
Consult the manufacturer.
– – – X – – X – Mechanical seal worn Replace the mechanical seal.
– – – X – – X – Housing seal defective Replace the housing seal.
– – – – X – – – Coupling units worn Replace the coupling units and align the
new coupling.
– – – – X – – – Insufficient oil in the gear box housing General overhaul of the pump by the
manufacturer (→ 7.3.2 Returning the
pump to the manufacturer, Page 33).

Troubleshooting

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
– – – – X X X – Pipes distorted Check the pipes.
Connect the pipes without tension.
– – – – X X – X Hydraulic parts of the pump dirty, clotted or Flush the pump.
encrusted Dismount the pump.
Clean the parts.
– – – – X X – X Expansion of the inner pump parts due to Wait for the temperature equalization.
excess temperature Observe the heat-up time.
– – – – X X – X Antifriction bearings/cogwheels defective Replace the antifriction bearings/
cogwheels. 1)
– – – – X X – X Coupling not aligned properly Align the coupling.
– – – – X X X X Pump distorted Check the pipe connections and supports
and the pump attachment.
Check the coupling alignment.
Check the attachment of the support
foot.
Check the foundation.
– – – – – X – X Defective antifriction bearing in motor Replace the antifriction bearing.
Tab. 12 Troubleshooting list
1) Return the pump to the manufacturer if necessary

Appendix
9 Appendix
9.1 Technical specifications 9.2 Lubrication points

Additional technical specifications (→ additional
instructions - pump data sheet).
1
9.1.1 Ambient conditions
For operation under other ambient conditions
(→ additional instructions - pump data sheet) or consult
the manufacturer.
• Temperature -10 °C to 40 °C
2
• Max. setup height above sea level of 1000 m 3
9.1.2 Sound pressure levels
Measurements were taken in accordance with DIN 45635,
part 1. The emission values were measured under
reproducible conditions in accordance with DIN 45635,
part 24. The measurement is based on a single screw
pump. The specified sound values are approximate
values. 2
3
y
100
Fig. 15 Overview of lubrication points

95
1 Bleed hole/oil intake
90
2 Oil level sight glass
3 Oil drain plug
A
85
80
75
70
65
60 x
1 10 100 200
Fig. 14 Airborne sound level diagram (source: VDI 3743)

x Power consumption [kW]
y Measuring surface airborne sound level LpA [dB]
A Variation

Appendix
9.3 Lubricants 9.3.2 Gear oil

The following gear oils are not suitable for the foodstuffs
The lubricant used is noted on a material tag on the pump.
and pharmaceutical industries.
Manufac- Gear oil

turer
CAUTION
Agip Blasia 68
Material damage caused by using incompatible lubricants!
Only use one type of lubricant. Aral Degol BG 68
Do not mix lubricant. BP Energol GR-XP 68
Elf Reductelf SP 68
9.3.1 NSF or USDA H1 approved gear oil
The following gear oils are suitable for the foodstuffs and Esso Spartan EP 68
pharmaceutical industries. Fina Giran 68
Finke Aviaticon oil EP 68

Manufac- Gear oil
turer Fuchs Renolin CLP 68 PLUS
Agip - Klüber Klüberoil GEM 1-68
Aral >>> Castrol *1 Mobil Mobilgear ISO VG 68
BP - Shell Omala oil 68
Castrol / Optileb HY68 *1 Total Carter EP 68
Optimol
Esso >>> Mobil Tab. 14 Gear oil
Fina -
*1
Finke Jax Flow Guead Synth. Fluid 68
Fuchs/DEA Geralyn SF68 *1
Klüber Klüberoil 4 UH1-68N *1
Mobil MOBIL DTE FM68 *1
Shell Cassida Fluid HF68 *1
Total -
Valvoline -
Tab. 13 NSF or USDA H1 approved gear oil
1) Synthetic oil based on polyalphaolefin for continuous,
not mixable with mineral oil
1000 98 124en BA-2008.01 Rev. 01 SL, SLH and SLI series 39

Appendix
9.4 Lubricant quantities
Size Oil quantity [l]

SL SLI SLH
80
>>> Dismantling instructions
125
180
Tab. 15 Lubricant quantities
9.5 Preservatives
The following preservatives are not suitable for the
foodstuffs and pharmaceutical industries.
Manufac- Preservatives
turer
Oily Wax-type
Agip Rustia TI 10 W/20 –
Aral Resilan M 46 –
BP Energol LX 4 –
Elf Stockage –
Esso Rust – Ban 335 –
Fina Rusan 20 –
Finke Finkox – RSO – fluid Finkox – RSU –
fluid1)
Fuchs/DEA Renolin MR 15 –
Klüber Contrakor A40K Contrakor HW90
Mobil Mobilarma 523 –
Shell Ensis motor oil 10 W –
Total Osyris HL – 2 –
Valvoline – Tectyl 5061)
Tab. 16 Preservatives
1) Contains solvent
9.6 Cleaning agents

The specified cleaning agents are only suitable for the SL
series. They may not be used in pumps for the foodstuffs
industry.
Application area Cleaning agents

Other Benzine, wax solvents,
diesel, paraffin, alkaline
cleaners
Tab. 17 Cleaning agents

Appendix
9.7 Document of compliance

Please copy this document and send it together with the
pump.
All industrial companies are obliged by statutory regulations to protect their employees, other people and the environment from
detrimental effects when handling hazardous substances.
Products and their components are therefore only repaired or inspected if the following declaration is submitted after being
filled out properly and completely and signed by an authorized and qualified specialist technician.
If safety precautions have to be taken by the operating company in spite of the product being completely emptied and cleaned,
the required information must be submitted. This document of compliance is part of the repair or inspection order.
We hereby declare that the returned device
Type: ________________________________________________
Serial no.: ________________________________________________

is free of substances that pose a risk to health. Special safety precautions are not necessary
for subsequent handling.
The pump has been completely emptied and thoroughly cleaned on the outside and inside
prior to shipment and delivery.
Last medium pumped by the pump: _____________________________

The medium posed a risk to health: YES NO
The pump has been emptied by the operating company: YES NO
The pump has been thoroughly cleaned on the inside and outside by the operating YES NO
company:
The pump came into contact with hazardous substances: YES NO
If so: hazardous substance number according to the Ordinance on Hazardous _____________________________
Substances
or
CAS registration number (chemical abstract service) _____________________________
Company/institute: ________________________________________________
Street: ________________________________________________
Zip code, city: ________________________________________________
Phone: ________________________________________________
Name: ________________________________________________
Position: ________________________________________________
Date: ________________________________________________
Signature, company stamp:

________________________________________________
Tab. 18 Document of compliance

Fehler! Kein Text mit angegebener Formatvorlage im Dokument.
Appendix
10. Dismantling and Assembly Instructions
• Pump
• By-pass valve
• Shaft sealing
11. Spare parts lists
• Pump
• By-pass valve
• Shaft sealing
12. Miscellaneous
4 *Baureihe* *Ausgabe* *DE*

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DOCUMENTATION

Version BA-2007.11 Joh. Heinr. Bornemann GmbH

We reserve the right to make technical changes.

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List of figures List of tables

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1 About this document

1.1 Target groups

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1.2 Other applicable documents

1.3 Warnings and symbols

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Tab. 4 Symbols and their meaning

1.4 Technical terms

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2.2.2 Obligations of the operating company 2.2.3 Obligations of personnel

Qualified personnel 2.3 Specific hazards

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3 Layout and function

3.1 Label 3.1.2 Pump type code

3 10 Fig. 3 Pump type code (example)

Fig. 1 European type plate (example)

Fig. 2 International type plate (example)

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Fig. 4 Layout of pump without base plate (example)

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Fig. 5 Layout of pump with base plate (example)

3.3 Shaft seals 3.4 Auxiliary operating systems

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4 Transport, storage and disposal

4.1.1 Unpacking and inspection on delivery

Lift the pump/unit properly.

Fig. 6 Fasten the lifting gear directly to the

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4.2 Treatment for storage 4.3 Storage

4.2.1 For storage times < 3 months

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Dispose of the pump in accordance with local regulations.

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5 Setup and connection

5.1 Preparing the setup

5.1.2 Preparing the installation site

5.1.3 Preparing the foundation and surface

Make sure the foundation and surface meet the following

5.1.4 Preparing the pump

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5.2 Setup with foundation 5.2.2 Fastening the pump unit

Observe the manufacturer's instructions when using

3. Set the pump unit down on the foundation. When doing

1. Provide seal between pump foot and base plate.

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5.3 Installation without foundation 5.4 Installing the motor

Fig. 9 Installation without foundation (sketch) CAUTION

5.4.2 Setting up the motor

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5.5 Planning the pipes 5.5.5 Avoiding excessive pressure

5.5.1 Specifying supports and flange connections WARNING

Avoid reverse running

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Make provisions for isolating and shutting off the pipes