PVML USER INSTRUCTIONS ENGLISH 00079591 – 01/05
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2 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
2.1 Consignment receipt and unpacking
Immediately after receipt of the equipment it must be
checked against the delivery and shipping documents
for its completeness and that there has been no
damage in transportation.
Any shortage and or damage must be reported
immediately to Flowserve Pump Division and received
in writing within one month of receipt of the
equipment. Later claims cannot be accepted.
Check any crate, boxes and wrappings for any
accessories or spare parts that may be packed
separately with the equipment or attached to side
walls of the box or equipment.
Each product has a unique serial number. Check that
this number corresponds with that advised and always
quote this number in correspondence as well as when
ordering spare parts or further accessories.
2.2 Handling
Boxes, crates, pallets or cartons may be unloaded
using fork-lift vehicles or slings dependent on their
size and construction.
2.3 Lifting
To avoid distortion, the pump unit
should be lifted as shown.
Typical lifting of a PVML with base plate or
extended levelling plate
Unsafe lifting is never allowed!
A crane must be used for all pump sets in
excess of 25 kg (55 lb). Fully trained personnel
must carry out lifting, in accordance with local
regulations. The driver and pump weights are
recorded on their respective nameplates.
2.4 Storage
Store the pump in a clean, dry
location away from vibration. Leave piping
connection covers in place to keep dirt and other
foreign material out of pump casing. Turn pump at
intervals to prevent brinelling of the bearings and
the seal faces, if fitted, from sticking.
The pump may be stored as above for up to 6
months. Consult Flowserve for preservative
actions when a longer storage period is needed.
2.5 Recycling and end of product life
At the end of the service life of the product or its
parts, the relevant materials and parts should be
recycled or disposed of using an environmentally
acceptable method and local regulations. If the
product contains substances that are harmful to the
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