SPXFLOW C Series - Operation; Important Safety Information; Starting the Pump

Operation Waukesha Cherry-Burrell
®
Brand C-Series Pump
01/2019 95-03008-IEC Page 17
Operation
Important Safety
Information
DANGER
The pump contains internal moving parts. DO NOT put hands or
fingers into the pump body ports or drive area at any time during
operation. To avoid serious injury, DO NOT install, clean, service,
or repair the pump unless all power is off and locked out and the
pump is de-pressurized.
WARNING
The pump components and piping may contain sharp edges.
Handle the impeller carefully because edges may be sharp. Wear
gloves while installing and servicing the pump to help avoid
injuries from these hazards.
CAUTION
These pumps and will be severely damaged if operated with
closed valves in the discharge or inlet lines. The pump warranty
is not valid for damages caused by a hydraulic overload from
operation or start-up with a closed valve in the system.
CAUTION
The motor must be installed by qualified personnel, e.g., a
licensed electrician. Motor maintenance, repair and wiring are not
covered in this manual. For specific information, contact the
motor manufacturer.
Ensure that the pump is correctly installed as described in “Instal-
lation” on page 12.
Starting the Pump
1. If the pump has a flush seal option, start the flow of flush
water (recommended rate is approximately 5 US gallons per
hour (18,9 liters per hour) before operating the pump.
2. Before
starting the pump, prime the pump by flooding the
pump casing with liquid to avoid damaging the pump parts.
Depending on the installation, refer to the priming instructions
on page 18.
3. Start the pump motor.
4. Check the pump to ensure that the liquid is flowing and that
all p
iping connections and seals are leak-free.
5. Make sure that the pump is not operating against a closed
discha
rge. Continued operation against a closed discharge
will heat the liquid in the casing to boiling and lead to pump
damage.
6. Slowly open the discharge valve until the desired flow is
obtained.
Observe the pressure gauges. If pressure is not
attained quickly, stop the pump and prime it again.