9. Handling and storing the product
9.1 Handling the product
The pump is equipped with a label indicating the center of gravity
including installation or transportation accessories. See fig.
Transportation stand with cable holders. The position of the label
varies depending on the pump type and the accessories.
Symbol for the center of gravity
Transportation stand with cable holders
9.2 Storing the product
Leave the cable end protectors and control cables on the
power until making the electrical connection. Whether
insulated or not, the free cable end must never be
exposed to moisture. Non-compliance with this may cause
damage to the motor.
For long periods of storage, six months or longer, the pump must be
protected against moisture and heat.
If the pump is being stored for more than two months, turn
the impeller by hand at least every two months to prevent
the seal faces of the lower mechanical shaft seal from
seizing up.
Avoiding this may cause damage to the shaft seal when
the pump is started.
If the impeller cannot be turned by hand, contact an
authorized service workshop.
For dry-installed pumps, installation types D and H, make
sure the cooling jacket is empty before storing the pump.
After a long period of storage, six months or longer, inspect the
pump before putting it into operation. Make sure that the impeller
can rotate freely. Pay attention to the condition of the shaft seals, O-
rings and the cable entries.
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10. Servicing and maintaining the product
10.1 Safety instructions and requirements
DANGER
Crushing hazard
Death or serious personal injury
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During maintenance and service, including
transportation to service workshop, always support the
pump by lifting chains or place it in a horizontal
position to secure stability.
DANGER
Electric shock
Death or serious personal injury
‐
Before starting work on the pump, make sure that the
main switch has been locked in position 0. Make sure
that the power supply cannot be switched on
unintentionally.
WARNING
Crushing hazard
Death or serious personal injury
‐
Make sure that all rotating parts have stopped moving.
Maintenance and service must be carried out by specially
trained people.
Maintenance and service work on explosion-proof pumps
must be carried out by Grundfos or an authorized service
workshop.
A cable replacement must be carried out by Grundfos or
an authorized service workshop.
FM
In case of repairs, always use original service parts from
the manufacturer to ensure correct dimensions of the
flame path gaps.
The bolts used in the motor must be class A4-80 or A2-80
according to ISO 3506-1. VER 2.
A defective bearing may reduce FM safety.
WARNING
Biological hazard
Death or serious personal injury
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Flush the pump thoroughly with clean water before
maintenance and service. Rinse the pump parts after
dismantling.