INSTRUCTIONS ON

INSTALLATION
OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE FOR

KIRLOSKAR MULTISTAGE PUMP

TYPE “KPDS ALL MODELS”

KIRLOSKAR BROTHERS LIMITED

UDYOG BHAVAN, TILAK ROAD, PUNE - 411 002
 KIRLOSKAR BROTHERS LIMITED
Udyog Bhavan, Tilak Road, Pune 411 002 (India)

WARRANTY

We warrant that the pump supplied by us is free from defective

material and faulty workmanship. This warranty holds good for a
period of 12 months from the date of commissioning of the
equipment or 18 months from the date of despatch from our
factory, whichever is earlier. Our liability in respect of any
complaint is limited to replacing part/parts free of charge ex-works
or repairs of the defective part/parts only to the extent that such
replacement / repairs are attributable to or arise solely from faulty
workmanship or defective material.

The warranty holds good only for the products manufactured by us.

KIRLOSKAR BROTHERS LIMITED

IOM/DB/005/01 Issue Date: 25/09/2000

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 CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

2. PRE-REQUISITES FOR SATISFACTORY OPERATION

3. PUMP HOUSE / TANK LAYOUT

4. PUMP HOUSE REQUIREMENTS

5. STORAGE AND HANDLING

6. FOUNDATION

7. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS

8. ERECTION AND ASSEMBLING PROCEDURE

9. OPERATION

10. MAINTENANCE

11. TECHNICAL DATA

12. TROUBLE SHOOTING

13. CROSS SECTIONAL DRAWING

14. OUTLINE DRAWING

CAUTION:

THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL COVERS THE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF INSTALLATION,

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE. HOWEVER THE END USER SHOULD REFER TO THE
DRAWINGS AND DOCUMENTS IF SUPPLIED AGAINST SPECIFIC ORDER.

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1. INTRODUCTION

KPD-S type sump pumps are manufactured to close tolerances and as per rigid
specifications. However proper erection and maintenance is equally important to
ensure proper service.

The pump types are designated as KPD-S (delivery size in mm x nominal full diameter
of impeller in cm). - e.g. KPDS 40/32 pump where 40 mm is delivery nozzle size of
pump casing and 32 cm is nominal full diameter impeller.

This booklet covers important guidelines and instructions on erection, operation and
maintenance. These instructions should be followed carefully and failing to this may
result in unsatisfactory performance and damage to the pump parts.

Only mechanical aspects in connection with erection and maintenance of the pumps
are covered in this booklet. Civil and electrical engineering aspects are to be
considered and taken care of at customers end only. The customers are requested to
report the problems arising at the site to the supplier without fail. The name plate
details should be mentioned while making correspondence with the supplier/
manufacturer.

KPDS pumps are divided into following 3 units.

UNIT I UNIT II UNIT III

20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q 32/26*, 40/26, 40/32 65/32, 80/32, 80/40

25/26Q, 32/13, 32/16* 50/26, 50/32, 65/16, 100/26, 100/32
32/20*, 40/13, 40/16* 65/20*, 65/26, 80/16 100/40, 125/26
40/20*, 50/13, 50/16* 80/20, 80/26, 100/20 125/32, 125/40, 150/32
50/20*, 65/13

* Denotes pump with semi-open impeller (KPDS-Q)

2. PRE-REQUISITES FOR SATISFACTORY OPERATION

For satisfactory working of the pump ensure that the following preliminary conditions
are maintained.

a. Pump handles the liquid as specified in the order.

b. The liquid is free of solid particles since the P.T.F.E. (Teflon) bearing life is
greatly affected by solids in the liquid.

c. Minimum submergence is kept as shown in the outline dimension drawing

supplied against the order.

d. Operation and maintenance instructions are followed as given in this booklet.

e. Load of delivery pipe and other accessories such as sluice valve, reflux valve etc.
is not coming directly on support plate of the pump.

Prior confirmation must be taken from the manufacturer/ supplier if the pump is to be
used for the conditions other than those specified in the order.

3. PUMP HOUSE/ TANK LAYOUT

The layout should be done after considering following.

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3.1 Liquid Inlet to the tank:

The liquid should enter in the tank such that turbulence, high velocity and air
entrainment is avoided at the suction of the pump.

3.2 Suction tank:

The tank should be designed so as to provide-

3.2.1 Enough storage capacity to avoid sudden fluctuations in liquid levels, kinematic
disturbances at the suction of the pump such as turbulence, eddies, vortices, air
entrainment etc.

3.2.2 Low velocity:

The maximum liquid velocity of the liquid entering in the tank should not exceed 1
m/sec.

3.2.3 Individual flow pattern:

Where one tank houses more than one pumping sets, care must be taken to provide
appropriate distances from walls, floor and adjacent pipes. It is advised that such
layouts should be referred to the pump manufacturer. This is necessary to ensure
individual flow pattern of each pump undisturbed by other pumps.

3.2.4 Pump submergence:

The lowest liquid level should be as recommended in the outline drawing supplied
against order. Highest liquid level also be below specified level on the same drawing.
The liquid level in the tank should be positively controlled by liquid level controller/float
switch.

4. PUMP HOUSE REQUIREMENTS

These should cover mainly the following aspects.

4.1 The floor of tank should be sturdy enough to take total weight of the machine
including that of liquid column in the rising pipe / column pipe axial thrust of impeller
etc.

4.2 Sufficient floor area for working and overhauling. In this, the following factors are to
be considered.

4.2.1 Proper spacing of the pumps to avoid transmission of vibrations from one machine to
another.

4.2.2 Easy and safe accessibility to the electrical switch box.

4.2.3 Space for dismantled pump parts during overhauling.

4.3 Sufficient height of the room for erection. Provision for overhead traveling crane or
chain pulley block.

4.3.1 Pump house should provide adequate height of the room between the foundation and
the upper most position of the crane hook. The minimum required height is shown on
outline drawing against order.

4.3.2 The pump house should provide sufficient cross travel of the trolley so that the pump
assembly can be moved without any hindrance or receiving any undue stress during
movement.

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5. STORAGE AND HANDLING

5.1 KPDS pumps up to 3 M suspension length are despatched in completely assembled

condition. The pump with more than 3 m suspension length are despatched in partially
assembled form.

5.1.1 Check that all packages are in tact and open parts are not damaged in transit.

5.1.2 Open the packages and check contents of each package against delivery notes.

5.1.3 Check specifically intermediate shafts and verify that these are not bent and are in
good condition. (when shafts are supplied in separate packages)

5.1.4 Report immediately discrepancies, if any to the supplier.

5.1.5 Unless the pump is to be installed immediately, repack the material in respective cases
after the contents have been verified against delivery notes.

5.1.6 Do not open the packages again, unless site is completely ready for erection.

5.2 Storage

5.2.1 Storing place should be free from dust, heat, moisture etc. The floor of the store room
should be hard and plane.

5.2.2 Do not place packages one over the other inconveniently. Keep the parts on wooden
logs and properly leveled.

5.3 Handling

5.3.1 All machined surfaces are coated with a special antirust compound. If any surface is
found exposed, clean it and apply a thick coating of grease or antirust compound and
wrap it with paper to prevent further rusting.

5.3.2 Never drag any components or package of parts for any reason. Dragging sets in
intrinsic vibration which may distort the accuracies, parallelism etc. of machined
surfaces. Distortion of accuracies might cause serious functional and operational
troubles.

5.3.3 Over hanging should be avoided as far as possible. While lifting the parts by ropes,
they should be properly balanced.

5.3.4 Transportation should be free from jerks. Long parts should not be handled without
due supports.

5.3.5 Open parts must be transported on soft and well supported beaming to prevent
scratches.

CAUTION

CARE MUST BE TAKEN IN HANDLING OF ALL PARTS ESPECIALLY THE SHAFTS.

THEY ARE MACHINED TO CLOSE TOLERANCES AND CAREFULLY INSPECTED AT
FACTORY AND IF BENT, THEY CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS TROUBLE. A BENT SHAFT
SHOULD NEVER BE USED. (RUNOUT MORE THAN 0.05 MM IS NOT PERMISSIBLE).

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6. FOUNDATION

6.1 The location of foundation bolts should be marked out as per the outline drawing
supplied in advance. The supporting frame should be strong enough to take the load of
complete unit, axial thrust, etc. and should be rigid enough not to vibrate.

6.2 Leveling :

For smooth working of the pumps, it is necessary that the motor stool keeps up its
horizontal level perfectly and the assembly keeps up its vertical position. The rotating
unit should be aligned with the vertical axis.

The whole foundation frame plane position on which the support plate is to be
mounted should be checked with straight edge and spirit level (0.05 mm accuracy) fir
its horizontal level. The plain portion should be made horizontal by scrapping operation,
if necessary. Use gasket in between support plate and foundation plane portion so that
the joint becomes leak tight for gases and air coming out of the tank. After tightening
the foundation bolts ensure that the top portion of motor stool is exactly horizontal.

6.3 Ensure that the holes on flange of delivery pipe above support plate and that of
delivery pipe to be connected to it exactly match and there is proper uniform clearance
in between two pipes flanges and the clearance will not give rise to any horizontal
displacement of the pumping unit. Due care should be taken to see that load of the
delivery pipes and accessories such as Sluice valve, reflux valve etc. should not come
on support plate. Separate firm supports should be given to the delivery pipe and its
accessories.

7. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS

Essential equipments required for erection are as follows:

7.1 The chain pulley block/crane should be of ample capacity to take the load of the
complete unit. The pulley block should have lift of 3 meter minimum and the hand
chains provided should be long enough to operate it conveniently from the floor. The
chain pulley block of 3 tons capacity is most suitable.

7.2 Chain and lifting hook.

7.3 Jute ropes, crow bars and small pipes for leverage.

7.4 Light but accurate straight edge.

7.5 Kerosene or thinner for cleaning of parts.

7.6 Spirit level having accuracy of 0.02 mm/meter.

7.7 Small wire brush for cleaning threads at shafts.

7.8 Threading compounds for shafts and pipe threads.

7.9 ‘V’ blocks, dial gauge with magnetic stand to check run out of shafts.

7.10 Two sturdy wooden logs or Mild Steel girders to rest the clamps during erection
process.

7.11 Besides above following standard tools and equipments should be available for
smooth erection.

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7.11.1 Files-triangular, half round and flat of different cuts and sizes.

7.11.2 Triangular scrapper, filler gauge.

7.11.3 Two sets of standard/ring spanners.

7.11.4 Set of wrenches and chain tang.

7.11.5 Adjustable spanner, screw drivers and 12”and 6”.

7.11.6 Allen keys.

7.11.7 Steel rule and steel tape.

7.11.8 Sets of taps and dies upto M16.

7.11.9 Chisel, hammer, hack saw, vice etc.

7.11.10 Emery paper, cloth.

8. ERECTION/ ASSEMBLING PROCEDURE

Follow the procedure given below in case of pumps to be erected for the first time or
the pumps to be assembled after dismantling for overhauling. Clean all the parts
thoroughly in Kerosene, petrol or benzene to remove dust, dirt, etc. Replace the parts
with a new one if found damaged. Use new gaskets and O-rings at the time of
reassembly of pump.

8.1 Insert shaft sleeve (311) on pump shaft (180/185) with key (320) in proper position.
Mount impeller (151/153) on the shaft with gasket (515) in position. Fit the helicoil
screw lock nut (479) in the impeller nut (330). Tighten the impeller nut (330) with
gasket (682). In case of 20/13-20Q pumps impeller nut is inbuilt in impeller.

Press the bearing bush (353) in casing cover (220) and drill and tap (M6 x 10L) bush
and casing cover together at the junction of bush and casing cover (FOR UNIT I
PUMP SIZES). Fit a grub screw in the tapped hole to avoid rotation of bush (This is
necessary in case of replacement of bush only). Press the bearing bush (353) in
bearing shell (356.1) and drill and tap (M6 x 10L) bush and bearing shell together at
the junction of bush and bearing shell. Fit a grub screw in the tapped hole to avoid
rotation of bush. Now fit the bearing shell along with bush in casing cover (220) and
fix the hex. socketed cap screws (666.1) (FOR UNIT II AND UNIT III PUMP SIZES).

8.2 Insert casing cover (220) on to the shaft with shaft sleeve. Insert the assembly so
far completed into pump casing (170) with gasket (511) in proper position. Tighten
the hex. nuts on pump casing studs diametrically opposite evenly.

8.3 Mount bottom column pipe (133.1) on casing cover (220), tighten the nuts on casing
cover studs diametrically opposite evenly.

8.4 Connect bend (280) to the pump casing (107) with gasket (513.1) in between the
flanges. Also connect the first rising pipe (142.1) (if the rising pipe is in two or more
pieces) to the bend (280) with gasket (513.2) in between the flanges and tighten the
bolts and nuts. In case of KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, and 20/20Q pumps bend (280) is
both end threaded. One end is to be fitted to pump casing and it other end flange to
be fitted.

8.5 Apply thread compound liberally inside the screwed coupling (395). Fit the screwed
coupling on impeller shaft (186) and then fit head shaft (185). While fitting screwed
coupling, note that.

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8.5.1 Use of thread compound is a must to prevent rust/seizing.

8.5.2 Half of the screwed coupling length should come on each shaft.

8.5.3 Ends of the shafts should rest on each other perfectly. Ensure this by taking colour
seat.

8.6 Fit adapter to casing cover and tee joint to pump casing. Connect the bearing flushing
pipe to adapter and tee joint with the help of nuts.

8.7 Mount the taper column pipe (143) on casing cover (220) and tighten the nuts on
pump casing studs/casing cover studs diametrically opposite evenly. (for sizes 32 and
40 cm impeller diameters e.g. 40/32, 80/40 etc. taper column pipe will be mounted on
casing cover flange). In case of KPDS 20/13Q, 2016Q and 20/20Q pumps taper
column pipe (143) is not applicable.

8.8 Fix the clamp to the bottom column pipe (133.1)

8.9 Lift the unit vertically with the help of slings and chain pulley block. While lifting take
care that no part of the pump is being dragged against the floor.

8.10 Put two girders or strong wooden logs across the opening of the tank in which pump
is to be fitted, to rest the clamp while erecting the pump. Lower the unit in the tank till
the clamp rests on the girder.

8.11 Press the intermediate bearing bush (351) into the bearing spider (245) then frill and
tap (M6 x 10L) one hole at the junction of bush and spider. Fit one grub screws in the
tapped holes to avoid the rotation of bush.(This is required in case of replacement of
bush only)

8.12 Mount bearing spider (245) on the bottom column pipe (133.1).

8.13 Apply thread compound liberally inside the screwed coupling (395) fitted on the pump
shaft and threaded portion of intermediate shaft (184). Fit the successive screwed
coupling in to intermediate shaft (184) and intermediate shaft in to the screwed
coupling already fitted on pump shaft.

8.14 Lift the column pipe (133.2) with the help of another clamp.

8.15 Lower the standard column pipe (133.2) and fix to the lower column pipe (133.1) with
the bearing spider (245) in between. Tighten the diametrically opposite bolts one by
one.

8.16 Fix a T joint on bearing spider and connect the end of first flushing pipe. Also connect
the successive bearing flushing pipe to the T joint with the help of nut.

8.17 Lift the complete unit slightly and remove the clamp of bottom column pipe (133.1).
lower the complete unit till the clamp fixed to the standard column pipe (133.2) rests
on the girders.

8.18 Mount the bearing spider (245) on the standard column pipe (133.2).

8.19 Repeat the procedure given in 8.13, 8.14, 8.15, 8.16 & 8.17 till head shaft (185), top
column pipe (132) and bearing flushing pipes are fitted. Let the whole unit rests on the
clamp fixed on the top column pipe.

8.20 While fitting the column pipes, rising pipes are also to be fitted if rising pipe is in more
than one piece.

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8.21 Mount the shaft sleeve (D.S.) with O-ring(523) and key (323). Mount circlip (486) to
locate the shaft sleeve.

8.22 Fit the pipe nut for rising pipe (338) along with gasket for pipe nut(680).

8.23 Fix the adapter plate (461) to the stuffing box housing (238) with gasket in between.

8.24 Lift the support plate (467) with the help of eye bolts screwed on it and mount it on
top column pipe(132). Also mount stuffing box housing (233) on the support plate
with gasket at the joint and clamp the stuffing box housing, support plate and top
column pipe together with the help of bolts. Tighten diametrically opposite bolts
evenly.

8.25 Adjust the pipe nut (338) till it touches the support plate. Tighten one more pipe nut
from the upper side of support plate.

8.26 Lift the unit slightly and remove the clamp fixed to the top column pipe (132). Remove
the girders used for erection and lower the whole unit till support plate rests on the
top of tank.

CAUTION:

USE PERMANITE OR SUITABLE GASKET IN BETWEEN THE UPPER SURFACE TANK

AND SUPPORT PLATE IF IT IS DESIRED THAT NO GAGES SHOULD ESCAPE OUT OF
THE TANK. THIS IS ALSO NECESSARY IN CASE OF CLADDED SUPPORT PLATE TO
PROTECT THE STEEL SUPPORT PLATE.

8.27 With the hanging support to the support plate, adjust the holes of support plate with
that of the foundation holes.

8.28 Insert the gland packings (430) and lantern ring (227) into the stuffing box housing
with 3+L+2 sequence.

8.29 Mount gland (225) on stuffing box housing. Do not tight the nuts.

8.30 Replace the oil seals (500.2) if it is damaged. Mount the bearing holder (254) (In case
pumps of KPDS 6 units), on to the stuffing box housing (238).

8.31 Mount the angular contact ball bearing (263) with exact position on thrust bearing
carrier (247) (Bearing should be fitted in such a way that axial thrust in downward
direction is taken by the bearing).

8.32 Insert the thrust bearing carrier (247) in to the head shaft (185). Insert the spacer for
thrust bearing carrier (198) with key (324) (FOR KPDS 6 UNIT PUMPS ONLY). Insert
the key (324) on the head shaft.

8.33 Fit the bearing cover (270) after replacing oil seal (500.1) if found damaged.

8.34 Insert the lock washer (415.1) and then fit bearing nut (335) and lock nut (336) on the
head shaft. Do not tighten the lock nut till the final stage of assembly.

8.35 Mount the motor stool (290) on the support plate (467) and tighten the nuts.

8.36 Tighten the foundation bolts of the support plate (467). Check the level on the
machined surface of the motor stool (290). It should be leveled accurately to the limit
of 0.05 mm. if necessary use gasket pieces underneath the support plate to adjust the
level.

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8.37 Mount the magnetic stand of dial indicator on the upper motor stool (290.1) and prop
up the dial gauge on the top portion of the head shaft (185). Adjust the zero of dial
gauge and tight the bearing nut (335) with the spanner in such a way that rotating
unit is lifted by 1.0 to 1.5 mm. Tighten the lock nut (336) to lock the bearing nut. Fold
one arm of lock washer (415.1) in the bearing cover slot and fold remaining arms on
bearing nut (335).

CAUTION:
ENSURE THAT THE SHAFT ROTATES ABSOLUTELY FREE.

8.38 Mount the pump half coupling (390) and tighten the set screw. Put coupling star (403)
in between (in case of coupling without spacer).

8.39 Make all the connections of valves and delivery pipe above support plate (467).

8.40 Once again check the level on the machined surface of the upper motor stool (290.1).
If level is disturbed once again it should be reset up in the range of 0.05 mm.

8.41 Make the motor electric connections. Mount the motor half coupling (391) and tighten
the set screw of the coupling. Check the direction of rotation before mounting the
motor on the upper motor stool. The direction of rotation if motor should be clockwise
when viewed from top i.e. Non driving end of the motor.

8.42 Mount the motor on the motor stool. Check the angular alignment with the help of
filler gauge and parallel alignment with the help of straight edge and filler gauge.
Alignment should be within 0.05 mm.

8.43 Grease the bearing (263) with the help of grease gun.

8.44 Ensure that liquid level controller is fitted and is working properly.

9. OPERATION

9.1 Prior to starting:

9.1.1 Rotate the coupling by hand. It should rotate freely.

9.1.2 Ensure that submergence is more than the recommended minimum on outline drawing.
Use of liquid level controller is recommended.

9.1.3 Ensure direction of rotation by giving the driver a short run. Incorrect rotation will
quickly damage the pump.

9.1.4 Ensure that the liquid connection for lubricating the bearing bushes is given in case of
external supply is recommended.

9.2 Putting the pump in operation:

9.2.1 Start the pump. Let the motor pickup full speed.

9.2.2 Open the delivery sluice valve gradually till the current taken by motor reaches the full
load/ current stated on the motor name plate.

9.2.3 See that motor is not getting over loaded.

9.3 Check during running

9.3.1 The pump is running smooth. Check noise and vibrations. Vibrations should be
checked at the top of motor. Stop the pump if abnormal noise or vibrations are
observed. Detect the reasons for vibrations and restart the pump after eliminating the
reasons for the same.

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9.3.2 Take the temperature of bearing holder (254). For this keep a small lump of grease on
the maximum heated surface of bearing holder and insert thermometer in to the lump
of grease and measure the temperature. Maximum temperature should not be more
than 80°C.

9.3.3 Head and capacity developed by the pump is as specified in the name plate of the
pump.

9.3.4 Motor bearings are not getting heated up excessively.

9.3.5 Stopping the pump: Pump should be switched off only after closing the delivery sluice
valve.

10. MAINTENANCE

10.1 Daily checks

10.1.1 Pressure gauge reading.

10.1.2 Voltage and current.

10.1.3 Pump and motor bearing temperature.

10.1.4 Vibration and noise.

10.2 Periodical checks

10.2.1 Replenishing of the grease to the pump antifriction bearing and motor bearing after
proper intervals.

10.2.2 Check the vibrations.

10.2.3 Check the liquid level controller for its functioning.

10.2.4 Calibration of measuring instruments.

10.2.5 Check the level of motor stool as described in assembly procedure after taking out
motor at regular intervals of 6 months.

10.2.6 Clean the tank, if there are chances of deposition of the contents of the liquid handled.

10.3 Overhauling

10.3.1 With continuous daily operations spell, the pump will be due for overhaul after 10000
working hours. This work should be carried out by specialised and experienced fitters.

10.3.2 While ordering spare parts, the details of the nameplate must be quoted in full.
Particularly the name of the pump, order number, name of the part and quantity
required.

10.3.3 Keep the sufficient stock of spare parts in order to meet the emergency requirement.
The recommended parts are shown with Asterisk mark in the cross section drawing.

10.4 Follow the following procedure while dismantling the pump.

10.4.1 Disconnect the delivery pipe connections above support plate (467). Unscrew the
fasteners holding support plate on the flange of tank.

10.4.2 Disconnect the motor power connections. Unscrew the nuts of motor stool (290) and
take out motor stool alongwith motor.

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10.4.3 Remove coupling star (403) and take out pump half coupling (390) after loosening
the set screw. Use suitable puller. Remove coupling key (321).

10.4.4 Unscrew the two bearing nuts (335 and 336).

10.4.5 Remove the bearing cover (270) alongwith oil seal (500.1). Use release bolts if
necessary.

10.4.6 Remove spacer for thrust bearing adapter (198) and split key for (324). (for KPDS
100C25 unit pumps).

10.4.7 Unscrew nuts holding bearing holder (254) on stuffing box housing (238) and
remove bearing holder.

10.4.8 Lift entire pump unit vertically upwards with the help of crane having slings
supported on eye bolts screwed on support plate.

10.4.9 Fit clamp to the top column pipe (132) and keep two girders or strong wooden logs
across the opening of the tank.

10.4.10 Rest the clamps on these two girders of wooden log.

10.4.11 Unscrew flange (490.2) and pipe nut (338).

10.4.12 Unscrew bolts holding bearing carrier (254), support plate (467) and top column
pipe (132) together.

10.4.13 Remove key for thrust bearing carrier (324). Take out bearing holder (257)
alongwith oil seal (500.2), angular contact ball bearing (263) and thrust bearing
carrier (247). Use release bolts.

10.4.14 Push thrust bearing carrier so that it will come out of bearing holder (254) alongwith
angular contact ball bearing. Remove angular contact ball bearing from thrust
bearing carrier (247) only if found to be damaged.

10.4.15 Lift the unit vertically up after engaging the shellings on the arms of the pump.

10.4.16 Fit the another pair of clamps on column pipe (133.2) next below the top column
pipe.

10.4.17 Allow the unit to lower down so as to rest the clamps o the girders or wooden logs.

10.4.18 Unscrew the bolts holding top column pipe (132), bearing spider (245) and column
pipe (133.2) together.

10.4.19 Take out top column pipe (132).

10.4.20 Disconnect the head shaft (185) using suitable spanner.

10.4.21 Disconnect the lubricating pipe for bearing spider (245) by unscrewing nut.

10.4.22 Take out the bearing spider (245).

10.4.23 Unscrew grub screw at the junction of intermediate bearing bush (351) and bearing
spider (245). Remove the bearing bush (351) out of bearing spider (245) only if it is
found damaged.

10.4.24 Unscrew the screwed coupling (395) from intermediate shaft (184) or impeller shaft
(186).

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10.4.25 Follow the procedure given in 10.4.5 to 10.4.24 till you remove last intermediate
shaft (184), last bearing spider (245) and last screwed coupling (395).

10.4.26 Disconnect the rising pipe (142.1) at support plate while dismantling the column
pipes if rising pipe is in two or more pieces.

10.4.27 Lift the remaining unit and take it out of the tank for further disassembly.

10.4.28 Rest the unit on suction flange of pump casing (107).

10.4.29 Remove rising pipe (142.1) and bend(280).

10.4.30 Remove bottom column pipe (133.1).

10.4.31 Disconnect lubricating piping and its accessories.

10.4.32 Remove casing cover (220) along with bearing shell (356.1).

10.4.33 Take out shaft along with impeller (151), shaft sleeve (311) and impeller nut(330).

10.4.34 Remove impeller nut (330) and take out impeller and shaft sleeve ith the help of
suitable puller.

10.4.35 After dismantling the parts as indicated above, clean them and inspect them for
wear, tear and damage. Especially following parts should be specifically inspected.

a. Angular contact ball bearing: Wear

b. Bearing bushes- For wear and surface condition.

c. Shaft for runout (within 0.05 mm).

d. Shaft sleeves and screwed couplings- For wear and surface condition.

e. *Wear rings – For wear

Wear rings should be replaced if drop in hydraulic performance is more than

allowable limit of the application.

10.4.36 Replace all the damaged parts with new one. Impeller wear ring and case wear ring
should be locked in position by grub screws (M6 x 6L) at least at two points.

11. TECHNICAL DATA

11.1 Direction of rotation

Direction of rotation is clockwise when viewed from motor top.

11.2 Bearing is provided in thrust bearing carrier (263). This bearing is antifriction angular
contact ball bearing SKF or equivalent. This bearing is grease lubricated. Following
grease is recommended.

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 BEARING SIZE APPLICABLE FOR

SKF 7206B OR EQ. 20/20Q, 25/16Q, 32/13,32/16, 32/20, 40/13, 40/16,

40/20, 50/13, 50/16, 50/20, 65/13

SKF 7309B OR EQ. 32/26, 40/26, 40/32, 50/26, 50/32, 65/16, 65/20,
65/26,
80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 100/20, 80/32, 65/32, 80/40,
100/26, 100/32, 100/40, 125/26, 125/3, 125/40,
150/32, 32/16Q, 32/20Q, 40/16Q, 40/20Q, 50/16Q,
50/20Q, 32/26Q, 65/20Q

INDIAN OIL HINDUSTAN PETROLEUM CALTEX

SPEED
MAKE MAKE MAKE
1450 SERVOGEM LITHON-3 STARFAK-3

2900 SERVOGEM-2 LITHON-2 STARFAK-2

11.3 Quantity of grease – For SKF 7206B or equivalent 5 to 10 gms and for SKF 7309B or
equivalent 15 to 18 gms per 1000 running hours.

11.4 Bearing temperature of antifriction angular contact ball bearing – Grease lubricated
bearings can be operated upto 80°C. Measure the bearing temperature with thermometer
placed over bearing holder (254).

A sudden increase in temperature is an indication of danger and signal to investigate.

11.5 Line shaft bearings:-

Line shaft bearings (351 & 353). These bearings shall be made out of 25% glass filled
teflon or 25% carbon filled teflon. Clearances between bearing and shaft sleeve/
screwed coupling are as follows.

Minimum clearance = 0.5 mm dia.

Maximum clearance = 0.6 mm dia.

11.6 Line shaft supporting bearing shall be lubricated by the liquid handled by the pump and
need no external lubrication, unless otherwise specified.

11.7 Compressed asbestos gaskets:-

PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

511.0 (Basket for casing cover and pump casing)

20/13Q, 32/13, 40/13, 50/13, 65/13. 141D x 152D x 1T
20/16Q,25/16Q, 32/16*, 40/16*, 50/16*, 176D x 188D x 1T
65/16, 80/16
20/20Q, 32/20*, 40/20*, 50/20*, 216D x 230D x 1T
65/20*,
80/20, 100/20
32/26*, 40/26, 50/26, 65/26, 80/26, 266D x 282D x 1T
100/26, 125/26
40/32, 50/32, 65/32, 80/32, 331D x 348D x 1T
100/32, 125/32, 150/32
80/40, 100/40, 125/40 411D x 432D x 1T
* Denotes pump with semi-open impeller (KPDS-Q).

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PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

513.1 (Gasket for pump casing and bend)

20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q NOT APPLICABLE
25/16Q 27D x 115D x 1T
32/13, 32/16*, 32/20*, 32/26* 32D x 140D x 1T
40/13, 40/16*, 40/20*, 40/26, 40/32 40D x 156D x 1T
50/13, 50/16*, 50/20*, 50/26, 50/32 50D x 165D x 1T
65/13, 65/16, 65/20*, 65/26, 65/32 65D x 200D x 1T
80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 80/32, 80/40 80D x 200D x 1T
100/20, 100/26, 100/32, 100/40 105D x 220D x 1T
125/26, 125/32, 125/40 127D x 254D x 1T
150/32 150D x 285D x 1T
* Denotes pump with semi-open impeller (KPDS-Q).
513.2 (Gasket for bend and rising pipe)
1. For rising pipe size same as delivery size of pump casing.
2. For rising pipe one size higher than delivery size of pump casing.
3. For rising pipe two size higher than delivery size of pump casing.
KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q 1. 20D x 102D x 1T
KPDS 25/16Q 1. 25D x 124D x 1T
2. 32D x 140D x 1T
3. 40D x 156D x 1T

KPDS 32/13 TO 26 1. 32D x 140D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 40D x 156D x 1T
3. 50D x 165D x 1T

KPDS 40/13 TO 32 1. 40D x 156D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 50D x 165D x 1T
3. 65D x 185D x 1T

KPDS 50/13 TO 26 1. 50D x 165D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 65D x 185D x 1T
3. 80D x 200D x 1T

KPDS 65/13 TO 32 1. 65D x 185D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 80D x 200D x 1T
3. 105D x 220D x 1T

KPDS 80/16 TO 40 1. 80D x 200D x 1T

2. 105D x 220D x 1T
3. 127D x 245D x 1T

KPDS 100/20 TO 40 1. 105D x 220D x 1T

2. 127D x 245D x 1T
3. 150D x 200D x 1T

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PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

KPDS 125/26 TO 40 1. 127D x 245D x 1T

2. 150D x 200D x 1T
3. 213D x 270D x 1T

KPDS 150/32 1. 150D x 200D x 1T

2. 213D x 270D x 1T

680.0 (Gasket for pipe nut).

1. For rising pipe size same as delivery size of pump casing.

2. For rising pipe one size higher than delivery size of pump casing.
3. For rising pipe two size higher than delivery size of pump casing.

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q 1. 26.6D x 38D x 1T

KPDS 25/16Q 1. 39D x 67D x 1T
2. 42D x 54D x 1T
3. 48D x 63D x 1T

KPDS 32/13 TO 26 1. 42D x 54D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 48D x 63D x 1T
3. 60D x 72D x 1T

KPDS 40/13 TO 32 1. 48D x 63D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 60D x 72D x 1T
3. 75D x 95D x 1T

KPDS 50/13 TO 26 1. 60D x 72D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 75D x 95D x 1T
3. 89D x 121D x 1T

KPDS 65/13 TO 32 1. 75D x 95D x 1T

(also for ‘Q’ models) 2. 89D x 121D x 1T
3. 115D x 130D x 1T

KPDS 80/16 TO 40 1. 89D x 121D x 1T

2. 115D x 130D x 1T
3. 138D x 165D x 1T

KPDS 100/20 TO 40 1. 115D x 130D x 1T

2. 138D x 165D x 1T
3. 163D x 200D x 1T

KPDS 125/26 TO 40 1. 138D x 165D x 1T

2. 163D x 200D x 1T
3. 213D x 270D x 1T

KPDS 150/32 1. 163D x 200D x 1T

2. 213D x 270D x 1T

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PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

515.0 (Gasket for impeller and shaft sleeve)

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q 17D x 23D x 1T

KPDS 25/16Q, 32/13, 32/16, 32/20,
40/13, 40/16, 40/20, 50/13,
50/16, 50/20, 65/13.
(also for ‘Q’ models) 25D x 30D x 1T

KPDS 32/26, 40/26, 40/32, 50/26,

50/32, 65/16, 65/20, 65/26,
80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 100/20 35D x 40D x 1T
(also for ‘Q’ models)
KPDS 80/32, 65/32, 80/40, 100/26, 44D x 50D x 1T
100/32, 100/40, 125/26,
125/32, 125/40, 150/32
682.0 (Gasket for impeller and impeller nut)

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q NOT APPLICABLE

KPDS 25/16Q, 32/13, 32/16, 32/20,
40/13, 40/16, 40/20, 50/13,
50/16, 50/20, 65/13.
(also for ‘Q’ models) 20D x 28D x 1T

KPDS 32/26, 40/26, 40/32, 50/26,

50/32, 65/16, 65/20, 65/26,
80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 100/20 28D x 28D x 1T
(also for ‘Q’ models)
KPDS 80/32, 65/32, 80/40, 100/26,
100/32, 100/40, 125/26, 38D x 48D x 1T
125/32, 125/40, 150/32

514.0 (Gasket for bearing cover)

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q,

25/16Q, 32/13, 32/16, 32/20,
40/13, 40/16, 40/20, 50/13,
50/16, 50/20, 65/13. 62D x 94D x 1T

KPDS 32/16Q, 32/20Q, 40/16Q, 40/20Q,

50/16Q, 50/20Q, 32/26, 32/26Q,
40/26, 40/32, 50/26, 50/32, 65/16,
65/20, 65/20Q, 65/26, 80/16,
80/20,
80/26, 100/20, 80/32, 65/32,
80/40, 100D x 150D x 1T
100/26, 100/32, 100/40, 125/26,
125/32, 125/40, 150/32

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PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

804.0 (Gasket for stuffing box housing)

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q,

25/16Q, 32/13, 32/16, 32/20,
40/13, 40/16, 40/20, 50/13,
50/16, 50/20, 65/13. 180D x 130D x 1T

KPDS 32/26, 40/26, 40/32, 50/26,

50/32, 65/16, 65/20, 65/26,
80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 100/20,
80/32, 65/32, 80/40, 100/26,
100/32, 100/40, 125/26,
125/32, 125/40, 150/32.
(also for ‘Q’ models) 171D x 270D x 1T

512.0 (Gasket for adapter plate)

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q,

25/16Q, 32/13, 32/16, 32/20,
40/13, 40/16, 40/20, 50/13,
50/16, 50/20, 65/13. 51D x 128D x 1T
(also for ‘Q’ models)
KPDS 32/26, 40/26, 40/32, 50/26,
50/32, 65/16, 65/20, 65/26,
80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 100/20,
80/32, 65/32, 80/40, 100/26,
100/32, 100/40, 125/26,
125/32, 125/40, 150/32.
(also for ‘Q’ models) 75D x 170D x 1T

PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

500.1 (oil Seal)

Material – Synthetic rubber with steel spring

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q,
25/16Q, 32/13, 32/16, 32/20,
40/13, 40/16, 40/20, 50/13,
50/16, 50/20, 65/13. 40D x 55D x 7T

KPDS 32/16Q, 32/20Q, 32/26, 32/26Q,

40/16Q, 40/20Q, 40/26, 40/32,
50/16Q, 50/20Q, 50/26, 50/32,
65/16, 65/20, 65/20Q, 65/26,
65/32, 80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 80/32,
80/40, 100/20, 100/26, 100/32,
100/40, 125/26, 125/32, 125/40, 55D x 80D x 13T
150/32.

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 PART NO. PUMP TYPE SIZE IN mm

500.2 (oil Seal)

KPDS 20/13Q, 20/16Q, 20/20Q, 32/13,

32/16, 32/20, 40/13, 40/16, 40/20,
50/13, 50/16, 50/20, 65/13. 30D x 42D x 7T

KPDS 32/16Q, 32/20Q, 32/26, 32/26Q,

40/16Q, 40/20Q, 40/26, 40/32,
50/16Q, 50/20Q, 50/26, 50/32,
65/16, 65/20, 65/20Q, 65/26,
65/32, 80/16, 80/20, 80/26, 80/32,
80/40, 100/20, 100/26, 100/32,
100/40, 125/26, 125/32, 125/40, 45D x 65D x 12T
150/32.

11.8 If transmission bearing lubrication is “EXTERNAL” clear water or clear compatible

liquid, the pressure and quantity required to be calculated as given under.

Pressure = 1/30 x (Total head in meters) + 1.0 kg

Quantity = 0.2 m3/hr x (N+1)

Where, N = No. of bearing spiders.

12. TROUBLE SHOOTING

A) No liquid delivered B) Not enough liquid delivered

C) Not enough pressure D) Loss of liquid after starting
E) Vibration F) Motor runs hot
G) Cavitation, noise H) Pump bearing over heated.

SR. CAUSES A B C D E F G H
NO
.
1. PUMP NOT PRIMED «

2. SPEED TOO LOW « « «

3. SPEED TOO HIGH « «

4. AIR LEAKAGE ON SUCTION « « « « «

5. AIR OR GAS IN LIQUID « «

DISCHARGE HEAD TOO HIGH

6. « « « «
(ABOVE RATING)

7. SUCTION LIFT TOO HIGH «

NOT ENOUGH SUCTION HEAD

8. «
FOR HOT LIQUID

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SR. CAUSES A B C D E F G H
NO.
9. INLET PIPE NOT SUBMERGED « « «
VISCOSITY OF LIQUID
10. « «
GREATER THAN RATING

11. LIQUID HEAVIER THAN RATING «

12. INSUFFICIENT NET INLET HEAD « « « « «

13. IMPELLER PLUGGED UP « « «

14. WRONG DIRECTION OF ROTATION « « «

15. EXCESSIVE WEAR RING CLEARANCE « «

16. DAMAGED IMPELLER « « «

17. ROTOR WINDING «

18. DEFECTS IN MOTOR «

VOLTAGE OR FREQUENCY
19. «
LOWER THAN RATING

20. LUBRICANT DIRTY, CONTAMINATED «

21. FOUNDATION NOT RIGID «

22. MISALIGNMENT OF PUMP &MOTOR «

23. BEARING WORN OUT « «

24. ROTOR OUT OF BALANCE «

25. SHAFT BENT « « «

26. IMPELLER TOO SMALL «

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SPECIFICATION LIST OF KPDS PUMP PARTS

PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

107.0 PUMP CASING 01

132.0 TOP COLUMN PIPE 01

133.1 BOTTOM COLUMN PIPE 01

133.2 STANDARD COLUMN PIPE $

142.1 RISING PIPE 01

142.2 STANDARD RISING PIPE 01

143.0 TAPER COLUMN PIPE 01

151.0* ENCLOSED IMPELLER 01

153.0* SEMI OPEN IMPELLER 01

180.0* PUMP SHAFT 01

184.0* INTERMEDIATE SHAFT $

185.0* HEAD SHAFT 01

186.0* IMPELLER SHAFT 01

190.0* CASING WEAR RING SUC. SIDE 01

191.0* CASING WEAR RING DEL. SIDE 01

192.0* IMPELLER WEAR RING SUC. SIDE 01

193.0* IMPELLER WEAR RING DEL. SIDE 01

198.0 COUPLING SPACER 01

216.0 STRAINER (IF ORDERED) 01

220.0 CASING COVER 01

225.0 SPLIT GLAND 01

227.0 LANTERN RING 01

238.0 STUFFING BOX HOUSING 01

245.0 BEARING SPIDER $

247.0 THRUST BEARING CARRIER 01

254.0 BEARING HOLDER 01

ANGULAR CONTACT BALL BEARING

263.0* 01
SKF 7206B/7309B OR EQUIVALENT

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PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

270.0 BEARING COVER 01

280.0 BEND 01

290.0 MOTOR STOOL 01

300.0 EYE BOLTS $

310.0* SHAFT SLEEVE (D.S.) 01

311.0* SHAFT SLEEVE (P.S.) 01

320.0* KEY FOR IMPELLER 01

321.0 KEY FOR COUPLING 01

323.0* KEY FOR SHAFT SLEEVE 01

324.0* KEY FOR THRUST BEARING CARRIER 01

330.0* IMPELLER NUT 01

335.0 BEARING NUT 01

336.0 LOCK NUT 01

338.1 & 2 PIPE NUT 02

351.0* INTERMEDIATE BEARING BUSH $

353.0* BEARING BUSH UNDER IMPELLER 01

356.1 BEARING SHELL FOR BUSH UNDER IMPELLER 01

390.0 PUMP SIDE COUPLING-FLEXIBLE 01

391.0 MOTOR SIDE COUPLING- FLEXIBLE 01

395.0* SCREWED COUPLING $

403.0* COUPLING STAR 01

415.1 LOCK WASHER FOR BEARING NUT 01

430.0* GLAND PACKING 01

441.0 GREASE NIPPLE 01

460.0* WEAR PLATE 01

461.0 ADAPETR PLATE 01

467.0 SUPPORT PLATE 01

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PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

479.0* HELICOIL SPRING INSERT 01

490.1 FLANGE FOR RISING PIPE 01

490.2 DELIVERY FLANGE ABOVE SUPPORT PLATE 01

500.1* OIL SEAL (DRIVING SIDE) 01

500.2* OIL SEAL (PUMP SIDE) 01

511.0* GASKET FOR CASING COVER 01

512.0* GASKET FOR ADAPTER PLATE 01

513.1* GASKET FOR BEND 01

513.2* GASKET FOR RISING PIPE 01

514.0* GASKET FOR BEARING COVER 01

515.0* GASKET FOR SHAFT SLEEVE 01

523.0* O-RING FOR SHAFT SLEEVE (D.S) 01

625.0* WASHER FOR PIPE NUT 01

666.1 HEX. SOCKETED CAP SCREW FOR 04

BEARING SHELL
680.0* GASKET FOR PIPE NUT 01

682.0* GASKET FOR IMPELLER AND IMPELLER NUT 01

804.0* GASKET FOR ST. BOX AND SUPPORT PLATE 01

NOTE: * RECOMMENDED SPARES

$ QUNATITY DEPENDS ON COLUMN LENGTH OF PUMP.

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 GENERAL INFORMATION & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.0 The products supplied by KBL have been designed with safety in mind. Where hazards
cannot be eliminated, the risk has been minimised by the use of guards and other design
features. Some hazards cannot be guarded against and the instructions below MUST BE
COMPLIED WITH for safe operation. These instructions cannot cover all circumstances;
YOU are responsible for using safe working practices at all times.

1.1 KBL products are designed for installation in designated area, which are to be kept clean
and free of obstructions that may restrict safe access to the controls and maintenance
access points.

A Pump Duty Nameplate is fitted to each unit and must not be removed. Loss of this
plate could make identification impossible. This in turn could affect safety and cause
difficulty in obtaining spare parts. If accidental loss or damage occur, contact KBL
immediately.

1.2 Access to the equipment should be restricted to the personnel responsible for
installation, operation and maintenance and they must be trained, adequately qualified
and supplied with appropriate tools for their respective tasks.

1.3 KBL requires that, all personnel that are responsible for installation, operation or
maintenance of the equipment, have access to and study the product instruction manual
BEFORE any work is done and that they will comply with all local and industry based
safety instructions and regulations.

1.4 Ear defenders should be worn where the specified equipment noise level exceeds locally
defined safe levels. Safety glasses or goggles should be worn where working with
pressurised systems and hazardous substances. Other personnel protection equipment
must be worn where local rules apply.

1.5 Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which could catch on the controls or become
trapped in the equipment.

1.6 Read the instruction manual before installation, operation and maintenance of the
equipment. Check and confirm that the manual is relevant copy by comparing pump type
on the nameplate and with that on the manual.

1.7 Note the ‘Limits of product application – permissible use’ specified in the manual.
Operation of the equipment beyond these limits will increase the risk from hazards noted
below and may lead to premature and hazardous pump failure.

1.8 Clear and easy access to all controls, gauges and dials etc. must be maintained at all
times. Hazardous or flammable materials must not be stored in pump rooms unless safe
areas or racking and suitable containers have been provided.

1.9 IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS KBL PRODUCT

COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.

2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHILE HANDLING AND STORAGE

When lifting the pump, use the lifting points specified on general arrangement drawing.
Use lifting equipment having a safe working load rating suitable for the weight specified.
Use suitable slings for lifting pump which is not provided with lifting points. The use of
fork-lift truck and chain crane sling equipment is recommended but locally approved
equipment of suitable rating may be used.

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 Do not place fingers or hands etc. into the suction or discharge pipe outlets and do not
touch the impeller, if rotated this may cause severe injury. To prevent ingress of any
objects, retain the protection covers or packaging in place until removal is necessary for
installation. If the packaging or suction and discharge covers are removed for inspection
purposes, replace afterwards to protect the pump and maintain safety.

3.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHILE ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION

Do not place fingers or hands etc. into the suction or discharge pipe outlets and do not
touch the impeller, if rotated this may cause severe injury. To prevent ingress of any
objects, retain the protection covers or packaging in place until removal is necessary for
installation.

Do not touch any moving or rotating parts. Guards are provided to prevent access to
these parts, where they have been removed for maintenance they must be replaced
before operating the equipment.

Shaft alignment must be checked again after the final positioning of the pump unit and
connection to pipework as this may have disturbed the pump or motor mounting
positions. If hot liquids (above 80°C) are being pumped, alignment should be checked
and reset with the pump and motor at their normal operating temperature. If this is not
possible, KBL can supply estimated initial offset figures to suit extreme operating
temperatures.

Failure to support suction and delivery pipework may result in distortion of the pump
casing, with the possibility of early pump failure.

4.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHILE COMMISSIONING & OPERATION.

Do not touch any moving or rotating parts. Guards are provided to prevent access to
these parts, where they have been removed for maintenance they must be replaced
before operating the equipment.

Check that the pump is primed. Pump should never be run dry as the pumped liquid acts,
as lubricant for the close running fits surrounding impeller and damage will be incurred.

Failure to supply the stuffing box or mechanical seal with cooling of flush water may
result in damage and premature failure of the pump.

Do not touch surfaces which during normal running will be sufficiently hot to cause
injury. Note that these surfaces will remain hot after the pump has stopped, allow
sufficient time for cooling before maintenance. Be cautious and note that other parts of
the pump may become hot if a fault is developing.

Do not operate water pumps in temperatures below freezing point, without first checking
that the pumped fluid is not frozen and the pump is free to turn. Pumps in these
environments should be drained down during inactivity and re-primed before starting.

In addition to local or site regulations for noise protection, KBL recommend the use of
personal ear protection equipment in all enclosed pump rooms and particularly those
containing diesel engines. Care must be taken to ensure that any audible alarm or
warning signal can be heard with ear defenders worn.

Be aware of the hazards relating to the pumped fluid, especially the danger from
inhalation of noxious and toxic gases, skin and eye contact or penetration. Obtain and
understand the hazardous substance data sheets relating to the pumped fluid and note
the recommended emergency and first aid procedures.
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 5.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHILE MAINTENANCE & SERVICING

Before attempting any maintenance on a pump particularly if it has been handling any
form of hazardous liquid, it should be ensured that the unit is safe to work on. The pump
must be flushed thoroughly with suitable cleaner to purge away any of the product left in
the pump components. This should be carried out by the plant operator and a certificate
of cleanliness obtained before starting work. To avoid any risk to health it is also
advisable to wear protective clothing as recommended by the site safety officer
especially when removing old packing which may be contaminated.

Check and ensure that the pump operates at below the maximum working pressure
specified in the manual or on the pump nameplate and before maintenance, ensure that
the pump is drained down.

Wear a suitable mask or respirator when working with packing and gasket components
which contain fibrous material, as these can be hazardous when the fibrous dust is
inhaled. Be cautious, if other supplier’s components have been substituted for genuine
KBL parts, these may then contain hazardous materials.

Be aware of the hazards relating to the pumped fluid, especially the danger from
inhalation of noxious and toxic gases, skin and eye contact or penetration. Obtain and
understand the hazardous substance data sheets relating to the pumped fluid and note
the recommended emergency and first aid procedures.

Isolate the equipment before any maintenance work is done. Switch off the mains
supply, remove fuses, apply lock-outs where applicable and affix suitable isolation
warning signs to prevent inadvertent reconnection. In order to avoid the possibility of
maintenance personnel inhaling dangerous fumes or vapours, it is recommended that the
maintenance work be carried out away from the pump locations by removal of bearing
housing and shaft assembly to a suitable to a suitable maintenance area.

_____________

Ref: Proposed draft standard prEN 800:

Pumps and pump units for liquids;
General safety requirements

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INCORRECT CORRECT

INCORRECT LAYOUT OF SUCTION PIPE CORRECT LAYOUT OF SUCTION PIPE

FOR RECOMMENDATIONS OF
SUITABLE SUCTION AND
DELIVERY PIPE SIZE PLEASE
CONTACT OUR AUTHORISED
DEALER OR NEAREST
REGIONAL OFFICE

CONCENTRIC TAPER PIECE ECCENTRIC TAPER PIECE GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
INSTALLATION
OPERATION &
MAINTENANCE OF
KIRLOSKAR
CENTRIFUGAL
REDUCED SUCTION PIPE INCREASED SUCTION PIPE

PUMPS

SHORT BEND LONG BEND

INSUFFICIENT D SUFFICIENT
D SPACE AROUND SPACE AROUND
D
FOOT VALVE FOOT VALVE
D
® Registered users – Kirloskar Brothers Ltd.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR INSTALLATION, OPERATION
& MAINTENANCE OF
KIRLOSKAR CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
WARNING
The equipment supplied is designed for specific capacity, speed, pressure and temperature. Do not use the
equipment beyond the capacities for which it is manufactured. The equipment manufactured is also shop
tested for the satisfactory performance and if it is operated is excess of the conditions for which it is
manufactured, the equipment will be subject to excessive stresses and strains.
LOCATION
The pump should be located as near the liquid source as possible. This will minimise the suction lift and pump
will give better performance.
Ample space should be provided on all sides so that the pump can be inspected while in operation and can be
serviced conveniently whenever required.
FOUNDATION
The foundation should be sufficiently substantial to absorb any vibration and to form a permanent rigid
support for the base plate. This is important in maintaining the alignment of a direct connected unit. A
concrete foundation on a solid base is advisable. Foundation bolts of the proper size should be embedded in
the concrete located by a drawing or template. A pipe sleeve about two and one-half diameter larger that the
bolt should be used to allow movement for the final position of the foundation bolts.
ALIGNMENT
Pumps and drivers that are supplied by the manufacturers, mounted on a common base plate are accurately
aligned before despatch. However as the alignments are likely to be disturbed during transit to some extent
and therefore must not be relied upon to maintain the factory alignment. Re-alignment is necessary after the
complete unit has been levelled on the foundation and again after the grout has been set and foundation bolts
have been tightened. The alignment must be checked after the unit is piped up and re-checked periodically.
FLEXIBLE COUPLING
A flexible coupling will not compensate for misalignment of the pump and driver shafts. The purpose of the
flexible coupling is to compensate for temperature changes and to permit the movement of the shafts without
interference with each other while transmitting power from the driver to the pump.
TYPE OF MISALIGNMENT (SEE FIGURE 1)
There are two types of misalignment between the pump shaft and the driver shaft.
(a) Angular misalignment : Shafts with axis concentric but not parallel.
(b) Parallel misalignment : Shafts with axis Parallel but not concentric.

ANGULAR MISALIGNMENT PARALLEL MISALIGNMENT

Figure 1

LEVELLING THE UNIT

When the unit is received with the pump and driver mounted on the base plate, it should be placed on the
foundation and the coupling halves disconnected. The coupling should not be reconnected until all alignment
operations have been completed. The base plate must be supported evenly on wedges inserted under the four
corners so that it will not be distorted or sprung by the uneven distribution of the weight. Adjust the wedges
until the shafts of the pump and driver are in level. Check the coupling faces, suction and discharge flanges
for the horizontal or vertical position by means of spirit level.
FLEXIBLE COUPLING ALIGNMENT (SEE FIGURE2)
The two halves of the coupling should be at least 4 mm apart so that they cannot touch each other when the
driver shaft is rotated. Necessary tools for approximately checking are straight-edge and on an outside caliper.
 MEASURING 1 Tank under Vacuum
WEDGE
2 Vacuum equalizing line
3 Valve 2
4 Line supplying the
seeling liquid
5 Valve
6 Connecting line 1
7 Valve

3
4
5
7
6
STRAIGHT EDGE

Figure 2

A check for parallel alignment is made by placing a straight-edge across both coupling periphery at the top,
bottom and both the sides. The unit will be in parallel alignment when the straight-edge rests evenly on the
coupling periphery at all positions. Care must be taken to have the straight-edge parallel to the axis of the
shafts.
A check for angular alignment is made by using an outside caliper across the width of the coupling faces at
various points.
Coupling alignment can be checked with dial gauge indicator as shown in Fig. 2.
GROUTING
When the alignment is correct, the foundation bolts should be tightened evenly but not too firmly. The unit
can then be grouted by working soft concrete under the edges. Foundation bolts should not be fully tightened
until the grout is hardened, usually 48 hours after poring.
FACTORS THAT MAY DISTURB ALIGNMENT
The unit should be periodically checked for alignment. If the unit does not stay in line after being properly
installed, the following are possible causes:
(a) Setting, seasoning of the foundation
(b) Pipe strains distorting of shifting the machines
(c) Wear of the bearings
PIPING
Both suction and delivery pipes and accessories should be independently supported near the pump so that
when the flanges bolts are tightened no strain will be transmitted to the pump casing. It is usually advisable
to increase the size of both suction and delivery pipes at the pump nozzles in order to decrease the loss of
head from friction and for the same reason piping should be arranged with as minimum bends as possible, as
these should be made with along radius wherever possible. The pipe lines should be free from scales, welding
residuals etc., and have to be mounted in such a way that they can be connected to suction and delivery
flanges without any stress on the pump. Adequate supports should be given to pipe lines to that weight of
the pipe lines does not fall on the pump. The use of minimum number of the bends and other fittings will
minimise the frictional losses.
SUCTION PIPE
The suction pipe should be as short as possible. This can be achieved by placing the pump near the liquid to
be pumped. The suction pipe must be kept free from air leaks. This is particularly important when the suction
lift is high. A horizontal suction line must have a gradual rise to the pump. Any high point in the pipe will be
filled with air and thus prevent proper operation of the pump. A concentric taper piece should not be used in a
horizontal suction line as it forms an air pocket in the top of the reducer and the pipe. Use an eccentric piece
instead.
The end of the suction pipe must be well submerged to avoid whirlpools and ingress of air but must be kept
clear of nay deposits of mud, silt, grit etc. The pipe must be clear from any side of wall by at least 450 mm.
The end of the suction pipe should be provided with a strainer of sufficient open area.
DELIVERY PIPE
A check (non-return) valve and a gate of sluice valve (regulating valve) should be installed in the discharge
line. The check valve placed between the pump and the gate valve is to protect the pump from excessive
pressure and to prevent water running back through the pump in case of failure of the driving machine.
Discharge piping should be provided with a sluice valve adjacent to the delivery flange to control the
discharge, if required.
VACUUM EQUALISING LINE (AND LIQUID LINE) (SEE FIGURE 3)
If the pump draws from a system under vacuum an equalising pipe must be carried from the highest point of
the suction line, however, as close to the suction flange of the pump as possible, to the top of the feed tank
to keep gas bubbles that might have been entrapped in the flow from entering the pump. The line should be
fitted with an isolating valve which should be closed only for maintenance work on the pumpset.
Apply sealing liquid (external sealing) to the shaft seal cage to prevent entry of air in the case of pumps with
packed stuffing box. It is convenient to tap the sealing liquid from the delivery line above the non-return valve.
FOOT VALVE
It is advisable to install a foot valve to facilitate priming. The foot valve should have sufficient clear
passage for water. Care must be taken to prevent foreign matter from being drawn into the pump or
choking the foot valve and for this purpose an efficient strainer should be provided.
STUFFING BOXES AND PACKING
Stuffing boxes should be carefully cleaned and the packing placed in them. Be sure that sufficient
packing is placed at the back of the water seal cage. If the water to be pumped is dirty or gritty,
sealing water should be piped to the stuffing boxes from clean outside source of supply in order to
prevent damage to the packing and shaft. In placing the packing, each packing ring should be cut to
the proper length so that ends come together but do not overlap. The succeeding rings of packing
should not be pressed too tight as it may result in burning the packing and cutting the shaft. If
stuffing box is not properly packed, friction in stuffing box prevents turning the rotor by hand. On
starting the pump it is well to have the packing slightly loose without causing an air leak, and if it
seems to leak, instead of putting too much pressure on the gland, put some heavy oil in the stuffing
box until the pump works properly and then gradually tighten up the gland. The packing should be
occasionally changed.
BALL BEARINGS
Correct maintenance of ball bearings is essential. The bearing manufacturers give the following as a
guide to relubrication periods under normal conditions.
Three monthly when on continuous duty.
Six monthly when on eight-hour per duty.
The bearings and housings should be completely cleaned and recharged with fresh grease after 2500
hours or the nearest pump overhaul time.
PRIMING
No pumping action occurs unless the pump casing is filled with liquid. Pump casing and suction pipe
must therefore be completely filled with the liquid and thus all air removed before the pump is started.
Several different priming methods can be used depending on the kind of installation and service
involved.
(1) Liquid level above pump level
Pump is set below liquid level of source of supply so that liquid always flows to pump under positive
head.
(2) Priming with foot valve
(a) When pump is installed on suction lift with foot valve at the end of suction line, fill pump
with water from some outside source till all air is expelled and water flows through air
vent.
(b) When there is liquid under some pressure in the discharge pipe, priming can be effected
by byepassing the pressure liquid around the check and gate valve. Of course, the initial
priming must be effected from some outside source.
NOTE: in this case, the foot valve must be capable of withstanding pump pressure and
possible surge.
(3) Priming by ejector: An ejector operated by steam, compressed air or water under pressure and
connected to air vent on top of casing can be used to remove air from and prime the pump on
suction lift installations.
(4) Priming by dry vacuum pump : a hand or power pump sucks in all the air from the casing and the
suction pipe, and thus primes the system.
STARTING
The pump must not be started without being primed. Be sure that the driver rotates in the proper
direction as indicated by a direction arrow on the pump casing.
RUNNING
On account of its simple construction, the centrifugal pump requires practically no attention while
running. Lubrication of the bearings and manipulation of the glands are the only things that need
attention from the operator.
STOPPING
Before stopping the pump, close the gate valve. This will prevent water hammer on check valve.
STUFFING BOXES
Do not tighten the glands excessively. A slight dripping of water from the stuffing boxes when pump
is running keeps packing in good condition.
CASING RINGS
Casing rings are fitted in the casing to reduce the quantity of water leaking back from the high
pressure side to the suction side. These casing rings are fitted to maintain a small clearance and
depend on the water in the pump for lubrication. When they are worn out, the clearance becomes
greater and more water passes back into the suction. They must be replaced from time to time to
restore the pump efficiency to its normal value.
SPARE PARTS
A set of ball bearings, a set of casing rings, and a set of gland packing rings must always be kept at hand to
ensure uninterrupted service from the pump. While ordering for spare parts, always give type, size and serial
number of the pumps as stamped on the name plate.

PUMP TROUBLE
When investigating trouble with Kirloskar pumps, always remember that pumps have been tested at the
factory and are mechanically correct when sent out. Discounting the possibility of damage during transit,
most of the trouble in the field is due to faulty installation. Investigation shows that the majority of troubles
with centrifugal pumps result from faulty conditions on the suction side.

BREAK DOWN-CAUSE-CHECK POINTS

In case of breakdown we recommend the location of the fault by using the following table.

BREAKDOWN CHECK POINTS

Pump does not deliver 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 17

18 19 23 25 26 56 57 58
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Pump delivers at reduced capacity 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21
22 56 57 58
1 3 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 19
Delivery performance deteriorates
20 21 22 23 24 53 57 62
Pump delivers too much 16 56 57 58
1 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Delivery is interrupted 14 15 16 19 22 23 25 26 56 57
58 62
After stopping pump runs in reverse
52
direction
1 2 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15
Very noisy
19 20 22 54 55 56 57 62
19 20 22 31 32 33 35 36 37 38
Unsteady running of pump 39 40 43 44 47 48 49 50 51 54
55 58
Stuffing box leaks excessively 24 27 28 29 30 31 47 48 49 53
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 41
Fumes from stuffing box
42 43
Pump rotor locked in standstill position 22 45 46 50
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 40 41
Pump is heating up and seizing
42 45 47 48 49 50 54
19 20 21 22 31 32 33 34 35 36
Bearing temperature increases 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46
47 48 49 51 54 55 58
Motor will not start 14 22 60
14 22 27 28 40 43 50 55 56 57
Motor gets hot or burns out
58 59 60 61
Motor is difficult to start 14 22 27 28 45 46 50 58 59 60
 CHECK POINTS
1. Suction pipe, foot valve choked. 29. Packing not suitable for operating conditions.
2. Nominal diameter of suction line too small. 30. Shaft sleeve worn in the region of the packing.
3. Suction pipe not sufficiently submerged. 31. Bearing worn out.
4. Too many bends in the suction line. 32. Specified oil level not maintained.
5. Clearance around suction inlet not sufficient. 33. Insufficient lubrication of bearings.
6. Shut off valve in the suction line in 34. Ball bearings over-lubricated.
unfavourable position. 35. Oil/Grease quality unsuitable.
7. Incorrect layout of suction line (formation of air 36. Ball bearing incorrectly fitted.
pockets). 37. Axial stress on ball bearings (no axial clearance
8. Valve in the suction line not fully open. for rotor).
9. Joints in the suction line not leak-proof. 38. Bearings dirty.
10. Air leaking through the suction line and stuffing 39. Bearings rusty (corroded).
box etc. 40. Axial thrust too great because of worn casing
11. Suction lift too high. rings, relief holes obstructed.
12. Suction head too low (difference between 41. Insufficient cooling water supply to stuffing box
pressure at suction connection and vapour cooling.
pressure too low). 42. Sediment in the cooling water chamber of the
13. Delivery liquid contains too much gas and/or stuffing box cooling.
air. 43. Alignment of coupling faulty or coupling loose.
14. Delivery liquid too viscous. 44. Elastic element of coupling worn.
15. Insufficient venting. 45. Pump casing under stress.
16. Number of revolutions too high. 46. Pipeline under stress.
17. Number of revolutions too low. 47. Shaft runs untrue.
18. Incorrect direction of rotation (electric motor 48. Shaft bent.
incorrectly connected, leads of phases on the 49. Rotor parts insufficiently balanced.
terminal block interchanged). 50. Rotor parts touching the casing.
19. Impeller clogged. 51. Vibration of pipe work.
20. Impeller damaged. 52. Non-return valve gets caught.
21. Casing rings worn out. 53. Contaminated delivery liquid.
22. Separation of crystals from the flow of 54. Obstruction in delivery line.
pumping liquid (falling below the temperature 55. Delivery flow too great.
limit/equilibrium temp). 56. Pump unsuitable for parallel operation.
23. Sealing liquid line obstructed. 57. Type of pump unsuitable.
24. Sealing liquid contaminated. 58. Incorrect choice of pump for existing operating
25. Lantern ring in the stuffing box is not conditions.
positioned below the sealing liquid inlet. 59. Voltage too low/power supply overloaded.
26. Sealing liquid omitted. 60. Short circuit in the motor.
27. Packing incorrectly fitted. 61. Setting of starter of motor too high.
28. Gland tightened too much/slanted. 62. Temperature delivery liquid too high.