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1 General
This KSB pump has been developed in accordance with state-of-the-art technology; it is
manufactured with utmost care and subject o continuous quality control.
These operating instructions are intended to facilitate familiarization with the pump and its designated use.
The manual contains important information for reliable, proper and efficient operation. Compliance with the operating
instructions is of vital importance to ensure reliability and a long service life of the pump and to avoid any risks.
These operating instructions do not take into account local regulations; the operator must ensure that such regulations are
strictly observed by all, including the personnel called in for installation.
This pump / unit must not be operated beyond the limit values specified in the technical documentation for
The medium handled, capacity, speed, density, pressure, temperature and motor rating. Make sure that operation
is in accordance with the instructions laid down in this manual or in the contract documentation. (Contact the
manufacturer, if required). The nameplate indicates the type series / size, main operating data and works number; please quote
this information in al queries, repeat orders and particularly when ordering spare parts.
If you need any additional information or instructions exceeding the scope of this manual or in case of damage, please contact
KSB’s nearest customer service center.
For noise characteristics please refer to section 4.4.7.
2 Safety
These operating instructions contain fundamental information which must be complied with during installation, operation and
maintenance. Therefore this operating manual must be read and understood both by the installing personnel and the re-
sponsible trained personnel / operators prior to installation and commissioning, and it must always be kept dose to the location
of operation of the machine / unit for easy access.
Not only must the general safety instructions laid down in this chapter on “Safety” be complied with, but also the safety
instructions outlined under specific headings, particularly if the pump/unit is operated in hazardous areas (see section 2.9).
2.1 Marking of instructions in the manual
The safety instructions contained in this manual whose non-observance might cause hazards to persons are specially marked
with the symbol
general hazard sign to ISO 7000-0434
The electrical danger warning sign is
safety sign to IEC 417-5036
and special instructions concerning explosion protection are marked
The word
is used to introduce safety instructions whose non-observance may lead to damage to the machine and its functions.
Instructions attached directly to the machine, e.g.
- arrow indicating the direction of rotation
- markings for fluid connections
must always be complied with and be kept in perfectly legible condition at all times.
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