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Amarex KRT
6.1.3 Start-up
Wet installation (installation types K, P, S)
CAUTION
Re-starting while motor is still running down
Damage to the pump set!
▷ Do not re-start the pump set before it has come to a standstill.
▷ Never start the pump set while the pump is running in reverse.
ü The fluid level is sufficiently high.
CAUTION
Start-up against a closed shut-off element
Increased vibrations!
Damage to mechanical seals and bearings!
▷ Never start up the pump set against a closed shut-off element.
1. Fully open the discharge line shut-off element, if any.
2. Start up the pump set.
Dry installation (installation type D)
DANGER
Non-compliance with the permissible pressure limits and temperature limits due
to pump being operated with the suction and discharge lines closed.
Explosion hazard!
Leakage of hot or toxic fluids!
▷ Never operate the pump with the shut-off elements in the suction line and/or
discharge line closed.
▷ Only start up the pump set against a slightly open discharge-side shut-off
element.
DANGER
Excessive temperatures due to insufficient lubrication of shaft seal or excessive
gas content in the fluid handled
Damage to the pump set!
▷ Never operate the pump set without liquid fill.
▷ Prime the pump as per operating instructions.
▷ Always operate the pump within the permissible operating range.
WARNING
Hot surface
Risk of burns
▷ Never touch a pump set which is in operation.