The flow rate through the pump needs to be enough so that a half of the rated. Check condition of upper and lower shaft seals inspect condition of motor stator housing, if. Basics concepts of operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, part i i by. The sealed chamber allows the pump to work under water. Install an adequately sized gate valve after the check valve for pump, plumbing and check valve maintenance.
Mechanicalmisalignment, sticky, warped, or binding ways, b ent bracket or other mechanical failures. Always lockout power to the driver before performing pump maintenance. The reality is that most facilities have several pumps performing a variety of functions that are integral to the successful operation of the plant. Operation, even for a brief period under these conditions, can cause confined pumped fluid to overheat. Do not use the pump if there is any damage to the mains. The pump needs to be cleaned regularly to prevent the pump becoming blocked, thus causing the pump to overheat and burn out. Its not reasonable to inspect submersible pumps on a daily, semiannual, or even an annual basis.
Paying a little more will save you money in the long run. The pump should require no maintenance other than regular cleaning. The easiest way to conquer the maintenance process. Take temperature readings at the pump, pump case, and various valves to. Installation and operating xfpaflxvupx pe4pe6 ng2 sulzer. Page 2 preventive maintenance program guide for small public water systems using groundwater we cannot over emphasize the importance of keeping records and documenting maintenance activities. Consistent forms and checklists help to ensure that you inspect and evaluate the same points each time. Pdf maintenance of submersible pumps in the septic tanks. Worn pump bearings pull pump and inspect for bent shaft, straighten bent shaft, replace wear ring, remove any abrasive material, adjust impeller setting per peerless recommendations 8. The absolute prohibition of leakage water submersible pump operation. The check valve is used to prevent backflow into the sump. The topics 1 to 4 are covered in detail in this part of the article. It is essential to give the complete data for any inquiry about parts or service.
Maintenance checklist sump pump city of ann arbor at least twice a year, preferably before the spring snow melts, check your sump pump. Little giant has a large assortment of pumps for a wide variety of applications. Step 2 use the string tied around the handle of the pump to pull the pump out of the. Preventative deep well pump maintenance is essential to not only prolonging the life of a deep well pump, but also to keep costly repairs or replacements to a minimum. Advanced electric submersible pumps esp 07th 11th september 2015 at kuala lumpur, malaysia use of esp equipment in special conditions pumping viscous fluids class problem producing wells with high glrs free gas volume calculations pump performance degradation utilization of natural gas separation use of motor shrouds rotary gas separators. About the author gabor takacs is a professor and was head of the petroleum engineering department at the university of miskolc, hungary from 1995 to 2012. A properly installed submersible pump may run for years with minimal maintenance. Check condition and operation of the motor thermal protection control system if equipped. An appropriate pump load all considerations of application, installation, and maintenance of submersible motors relating to these four areas are presented in this manual. This makes installation and maintenance of these pumps an easy task.
Submersible pumps routine maintenance check the power cord every day. Pdf in this study was observed the maintenance task of submersible pumps septic tanks installed in industrial bathrooms. If pump becomes plugged, shut down and unplug prior to. The insulation on the conductors should be rw, ruw, tw, or their equivalent. It stays protected against external elements such as corrosion, water, dust and debris. This is because a sealed, oilfilled chamber holds the pump motor. Clogged impeller or foreign material in pump disassemble pump, inspect and remove foreign material, reassemble and set impeller with correct lateral settings 9. Faulty or dirty flow control or other feed related valve. Series 480 vertical turbine 5 pump identification manufacturer americanmarsh pumps 185 progress road collierville, tn 38017 united states of america type of pump the americanmarsh vertical turbine pump is a vertical, multistage turbine centrifugal pump. Wastewater pumps goulds pumps catalog goulds pumps. Test operation 11 v1 daily maintenance 16 v2 overhaul 17 v3 cautions during nonoperation 17 4.
Willcox 520 3842273 fax 520 3844042 warranty unless otherwise specifically stated, guarantees are limited to the following. Date of manufacture the date of manufacture is indicated on the pump data plate. Franklin electrics web page, should be checked for the latest updates. This relief hole allows trapped air to escape from the pump and prevents airlocking the pump. Before installation, read the following instructions carefully. Failure to drill this hole is a major cause of sump pumps failing to pump after long periods of inactivity such as seasonal use. Our maintenance and utility pumps can help your customers increase their leisure time by reducing their maintenance time. The product is intended for moving waste water, sludge, raw and clean water. Before installing the pump, clean the suction and discharge flanges thoroughly. If the pump is turning backwards when it is called on to start the increased torque may cause damage to the pump motor andor motor shaft. Removal of pump mixer from the lift station for physical. Cable selection select a drop cable designed for use in water.
Installation, operating and maintenance manual submersible ballast pump manufactured by sterling pumps pty ltd 14 sharnet circuit pakenham, victoria 3806 australia telephone. Checked daily pump body for damage, ensure that the motor does not leak at work. Pump maintenance repair brian trombly mo droppers cummins bridgeway, gaylord, mi the basic centrifugal pump consists of two main elements. Application installation maintenance manual application. Motorpump rotation verify total delivered head of pump motors are prefilled 65% volume drinking water35% volume glycol submersible pump standard design center pleuger waterfilled submersible motors and submersible pumps flowserve hamburg gmbh friedrichebertdamm 105, 22047 hamburg postfach p.
Submersible wastewater, sewage pump ebara corporation. When things are running smoothly its easy to overlook common maintenance chores and rationalize that its not worth the time to regularly inspect and replace parts. Framo cargo pump sd2006 instruction for maintenance and repair no. The shutoff valve is used to manually stop system low during pump servicing. The pump is submersible, and driven by an electric motor. The sulzer units normally require no maintenance during storage. The sump, basin or lift station shall be sealed and vented in accordance with local plumbing codes. Install, operation and maintenance manual submersible pumps.
Efficiency decreases catastrophic failure will happen. Well professionals have the right kind of equipment to pull a submersible pump without damaging the drop pipe, power cable and pump itself. These pumps have a very simple design with minimal parts. It is inevitable to protect the pump set from the pressure excessive rise by means of suitable protection of the electric motor and a safety valve. Modern deep well pumps can be complex, computer controlled machines, but routine deep well pump maintenance tasks are usually fairly simple. After the operation, you should promptly clean up the debris attached to the pump, the pump rinse. The pump should be installed with sufficient accessibility for inspection and maintenance. Overall efficiency of pumping is highest in submersible pump. The first books devoted solely to the design, operation, and maintenance of electrical submersible pumps. In view of the long cylinder shape of the pump unit it is emphatically stressed, that the pump unit in no case should drop and. Therefore, good recordkeeping plays a crucial role in determining when a submersible pump should be. It is very important to guard against electrocution while cleaning the pump. The stationary element which includes a casing, stuffing box or seal cavity and bearings. This is the master secret of knowing what to do, and what order to do it in page 9.
The rotating element which includes an impeller and a shaft. The motor itself is fairly selfcontained and generally needs. Library of congress cataloginginpublication data taka. Check level, color, quality and cleanliness of fluid and act accordingly. When the flow is visibly reduced you may want to clean the pump. Installation, operating and maintenance manual submersible. This pump is designed to pump sewage, effluent or wastewater, nonexplosive and noncorrosive. Step 1 first of all, you need to switch off the submersible water pump and unplug it from the power socket. Read all instructions in this manual before operating pump. Location the pump should be installed as near he t liqud isource as possible with theshortest and most direct suction pipe practical. Energy used to operate pumps dependent on flow rate, total pressure and overall pump efficiency labor and parts to maintain and repair pumps cost will inevitably go up without preventative maintenance.
Check voltage balance between all phases on the load side of the pump mixer control panel with pump mixer running vac. Maintenance 16 z1 suction lift 1 z2 pump location 2 z3 suction pipe 3 z4 inline pump 5 z5 selfpriming pump 6 x1 centering the coupling 7 q importance of centering 7 w centering. Submersible pumps have a longer life expectancy than other sump pumps. Deep well pump maintenance water well solutions wwssg. If the pump starts to show signs of wear or damage, contact your clarke dealer for advice. Great for applications that require continuous pumpingwater flow. These instructions must be read prior to installing, operating, using and maintaining this equipment. Periodic maintenance can alert you of failing parts before they cause problems. Mukesh sahdev, associate content writer presented at the chemical engineers resource page. Installation and operation manual submersible dewatering pumps important.
Its mechanical seal is lubricated in an oil chamber, and its bearings are sealed for life. Check amperage draw on all phases of the motor in amps. Read all instructions in this manual before operating or servicing a pump. A sump pump is a mechanical device, which means that parts can and will wear out.
Never operate any pumping system with a blocked suction and discharge. Installation, operation and maintenance instructions. The topics 5 to 6 shall be explored in next part of the article. Removal of pump mixer from the lift station for physical inspection. It is strongly recommended not to select a pump that is too small for the job required. Pleuger electrical submersible pumps and waterfilled motors. Firmly pull the prefilter cage from the pump motor.
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