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8.3 Tightening torque for greased screw
thread
Screw thread size Tightening torque for
stainless steel screw
thread A1/A2/A4 [Nm]
M6 7
M8 17.5
M10 35.5
M12 61.5
M16 147
M20 285
M24 310
8.4 Maintenance work
Personal protective equipment:
• Protective clothing
• Protective gloves
• Safety shoes
• Safety goggles
• Hearing protection
8.4.1 Preparation tasks for maintenance
1. Turn off pump or system and protect against restart.
ü If the pump is submerged in the sump:
2. Remove the pump from the sump with suitable lifting gear.
3. Hose down pump with water.
4. Position the pump in a vertical position on a surface and attach lifting
gear on the drive unit to prevent it from tipping.
8.4.2 Visual inspection
8.4.2.1 Pump and motor
Personnel:
• Instructed persons (operators)
1. Check the pump for mechanical damage.
8.4.2.2 Electric motor, motor cover, cable inlet and cable
Personnel: