BBA Pumps BA Series - Starting

BA series pumps
Pump unit with diesel drive 1401
8.8
5. Squeeze the manual pump (4), if present, to pump the fuel.
The drive engine may also be equipped with a priming pump. In that case use the priming pump.
Repeat this until fuel exits the bleeder screw (3).
6. Close the bleeder screw (3).
7. Dispose of the discharged fuel.
8.6 Starting
1. Check the pump type (type plate) and the characteristics of the pump unit,
such as: rpm, operating pressure, power consumption, operating temperature, direction of rotation,
NPSH, etc.
2. Check whether the pump unit is placed in accordance with the instructions. Pay particular attention
to the area around the pump unit. Make sure the pump unit can draw adequate fresh air.
3. Check whether the prescribed safety provisions are in place.
4. Connect the hoses (see chapter 6).
5. Fill and bleed the pump (see chapter 7).
6. Perform the daily maintenance.