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2.3 Storage
The deivered pump is generally suitable for immediate installation.
STORAGE FOR A PERIOD OF LESS THAN 3 MONTHS :
- Store the pump in a dry and sheltered area.
- Check that ambient temperature never falls below 5°C.
- It is recommended that the pump shaft is rotated at regular intervals ( every 30 days ); this prevents
damage to the bearings and seizure of the rotating parts.
STORAGE FOR A PERIOD EXCEEDING 3 MONTHS :
- Rise the pump by means of wooden supports.
- Open the package, if any, remove the protection from the pump nozzles and clean by compressed air, then
dry carefully inside the pump, if necessary.
- Protect the pump inside with anti-condensation products and close the flanges so that no foreign objects
can enter the pump.
- Cover the pump with a plastic film and put inside some products the prevent water condensation.
- Check protections periodically.
- It is recommended that the pump shaft is rotated at regular intervals ( every 30 days ); this prevents
damage to the bearings and seizure of the rotating parts.
STORAGE ( AFTER OPERATION ) :_
- In case of long periods after operation, drain the pipings and the pump through the drain hole in the lower
part of the pump casing.
- Follow above instruction according to circumstances.
The delivered pump is generally suitable for immediate installation.