KSB WKTR - Personnel Qualification and Training; Consequences and Risks Caused by Non-Compliance with These Operating Instructions

▪ Only use the pump to handle the fluids described in the data sheet or product
literature of the pump model.
▪ The pump must only be operated with the components selected by KSB.
▪ Never operate the pump without the fluid handled.
▪ Observe the minimum flow rates indicated in the data sheet or product literature
(to prevent overheating, bearing damage, etc).
▪ Observe the maximum flow rates indicated in the data sheet or product
literature (to prevent overheating, mechanical seal damage, cavitation damage,
bearing damage, etc).
▪ Do not throttle the flow rate on the suction side of the pump (to prevent
cavitation damage).
▪ Consult the manufacturer about any use or mode of operation not described in
the data sheet or product literature.
Preventio n o f foreseeable m i s u se
▪ The pressure of the fluid handled must not exceed the maximum permissible
pump discharge pressure.
▪ The temperature of the fluid handled must not exceed the permissible maximum
value.
▪ Observe the information on minimum flow rates specified in the data sheet (to
prevent overheating, damage to seal elements, damage to bearings, etc).
▪ Observe the information on maximum flow rates specified in the data sheet (to
prevent overheating, damage to seal elements, cavitation damage, damage to
bearings, etc).
▪ Take appropriate measures in compliance with the local regulations to prevent
operation above or below the operating limits due to operating errors,
malfunctions or procedural errors.
▪ The pump must only be operated when in perfect technical condition.
Immediately remedy any faults which could compromise the safety.
▪ The pump must not be operated in partially assembled condition.
▪ The pump or its components must not be altered in any way.
▪ Regularly check that all monitoring and alarm equipment is in perfect condition.
▪ Generally observe the operating limits given.
Also see
• Other applicable documents [
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2.4 Personnel qualification and training
All personnel involved must be fully qualified to install, operate, maintain and
inspect the machinery this manual refers to.
The responsibilities, competence and supervision of all personnel involved in
installation, operation, maintenance and inspection must be clearly defined by the
operator.
Deficits in knowledge must be rectified by means of training and instruction
provided by sufficiently trained specialist personnel. If required, the operator can
commission the manufacturer/supplier to train the personnel.
Training on the pump (set) must always be supervised by technical specialist
personnel.
2.5 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with these operating
instructions
▪ Non-compliance with these operating instructions will lead to forfeiture of
warranty cover and of any and all rights to claims for damages.
▪ Non-compliance can, for example, have the following consequences:
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