Speck pumpen VH Series User Manual

Operating Instructions
VU / VH Series
VU 20 - 1600
VH 20 - 1600
Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps
English translation of the original operating
instructions
Documentation
It is imperative to read the operating instruc-
tions prior to commissioning!
This document as well as all documents in-
cluded in the appendix is not subject to any
update service!
Subject to technical changes.
Speck Pumpen Vakuumtechnik GmbH
Regensburger Ring 6 – 8, 91154 Roth / Germany
PO Box 1453, 91142 Roth / Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 9171 809 0
Fax: +49 (0) 9171 809 10
E-mail: info@speck-pumps.de
Internet: www.speck-pumps.de
Issue:
10/2010
Supersedes issue:
06/2010
Doc./ Item no.:
1096.0799

Speck pumpen VH Series Specifications

General

Brand	Speck pumpen
Model	VH Series
Category	Water Pump
Language	English

Summary

Important Basic Information

1.1 Target Groups

Defines responsibilities for operators and assemblers.

1.2 Applicable Documents

Lists relevant documents like ATEX instructions and declarations.

1.3 Warnings and Symbols

Explains danger, warning, caution levels and symbols.

1.4 Terminology

Defines key terms like Pump, Aggregate, Separator, etc.

Safety

2.1 Intended Use

Outlines proper usage and operational parameters.

2.2 Possible Misuse

Lists prohibited uses and potential risks.

2.3 General Safety Instructions

Covers product safety, operator obligations, and staff qualifications.

2.4 Residual Risks

Highlights risks like entanglement, flying objects, burns.

2.5 Special Risks

Covers risks in explosive areas and with dangerous media.

Design and Functioning

3.1 Marking

Describes nameplate and ATEX plate details.

3.2 General Description

Explains the basic design of VU/VH series pumps.

3.3 Design and Functional Principle

Details the liquid ring principle and operation.

3.4 Shaft Sealing

Explains mechanical seals and packing glands.

Transport, Storage and Disposal

4.1 Transport

Covers unpacking, manual transport, and lifting gear usage.

4.2 Storage

Provides guidelines for storing pumps/aggregates properly.

4.3 Preservation

Details methods for preserving the pump during storage.

4.4 Removing Preserving Agent

Explains the process of removing preserving agents.

4.5 Disposal

Outlines procedures for environmentally sound disposal.

Set-up and Connection

5.1 Preparing Set-up

Covers ambient conditions, clearances, and installation site prep.

5.2 Installation Methods

Covers foundation, no foundation, and level surface mounting.

5.3 Motor Installation

Covers mounting the motor and aligning coupling halves.

5.4 Planning Pipe System

Guides on dimensioning pipes, supports, and connections.

Operation

6.1 Preparations for Commissioning

Covers identifying pump type, removing preserving agent, and filling.

6.2 Commissioning

Details the switch-on procedure and checks before starting.

6.3 Setting the Operating Liquid Flow Rate

Explains continuous-flow, open, and closed circulation cooling.

6.4 Decommissioning

Describes safe procedures for taking the pump out of operation.

6.5 Re-commissioning

Outlines steps for bringing a decommissioned pump back online.

6.6 Operating Stand-by Aggregate

Instructions for operating standby units.

Maintenance and Servicing

7.1 Monitoring

Covers inspection intervals and checks for proper operation.

7.2 Lubrication Intervals for Rolling Bearings

Specifies lubrication schedules for bearings.

7.3 Rinsing Off Contaminations

Details cleaning procedures for minor and major contamination.

7.4 Preventing Calcification

Explains how to prevent calcification and its effects.

7.5 Disassembly

Provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the pump.

Troubleshooting

Technical Data

9.1 Operating Limit Values

Specifies pressure, temperature, density, viscosity limits.

9.2 General Specifications

Covers weight, sound level, drive power, operating liquid, media, connections.

9.3 Installation and Maintenance Data

Includes ambient conditions, clearances, torques, lubricants, preserving agents.

9.4 Pump Nozzle Forces and Adjustment

Details permissible forces/torques and impeller gap dimensions.

Appendix

10.1 Dimension Drawings

Provides detailed dimension drawings for VU/VH series pumps.

10.2 Cross-sectional Drawings

Shows cross-sectional views and parts lists for VU/VH pumps.

10.3 Conformity Documents

Includes Certificate of Conformity and EC Declaration of Conformity.