Commissioning/Decommissioning
6
Commissioning/Decommissioning
6.1
Commissioning
NOTICE
The pump/unit can be damaged if it runs dry!
Ensure that the pump/unit is always full of water. This also
applies to checking the rotation direction.
6.1.1
Checking how easily the pump rotates
After longer idle periods, the pump must be checked for how
easily it rotates while it is switched off.
Place a screwdriver in the groove on the end of the motor
shaft on the fan side and turn it.
– or –
If there is not a groove on the end of the motor shaft:
Remove the fan cover and turn the fan wheel manually in the
motor rotation direction.
6.1.2
Switching the pump on
1.
Open the valves completely.
NOTICE
The pump can be damaged if it runs dry!
Purge air from the pump and suction line.
2.
Switch the pump/unit on.
NOTICE
If the pump has a three-phase motor and it turns in the wrong
direction, the pump/unit is louder and has a lower capacity.
3.
For three-phase motors: Ensure that the motor turns in the
direction of the arrow labeled on the fan hood. If the motor
rotates in the wrong direction, notify an electrician.
4.
Check the mechanical seal for leaking.
42 EN
01|2018