POMPE AUTOADESCANTI

SELF-PRIMING ELECTRO PUMP

ACB 531 / 631

ACB 531/A – ACB 531/B – ACB 531/C

Ed. 02/2014
To reassemble all the pumps, is better to work in the reverse system.
If necessary, changing the O-Ring and the mechanical seal.
ATTENTION: The honed faces of the mechanical seal must be at contact
- Clean Accurately all seals of mechanical seal
- Lube with glycerine all packing
- Clean accurately with alcohol the faces of mechanical seal.

TRUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting
CAUTION ! Always disconnect the pump from the electrical power source before handling.
If the system fails to operate properly, carefully read instructions and perform maintenance
recommendations.
Problem Likely Cause Remedy
Re-prime pump, check that
No liquid delivered
pump body is full of liquid
Remove obstruction, check
end of suction line, suction
Suction line obstructed
pipe for obstructions, suction
check valve .
Impeller clogged Remove obstruction
Wrong direction of rotation Check rotation, change if
Possible severe damage! necessary
Foot valve or suction pipe Check suction source for
No or not enough liquid
has inadequate vortexing, correct as
delivered
submergence necessary
Suction lift too high Review/revise level on suction
Speed too slow (low
Adjust voltage and frequency.
voltage, wrong frequency,
Change motor if necessary
wrong motor)
Air leak in supply or at seal Check system for air leaks
area and repair as necessary.
Replace seals if necessary.
Insufficient NPSH (Net Adjust system to provide
Positive Suction Head) correct NPSH
available
Replace gasket, tighten
Air leak through gasket
connections
Impeller partially clogged Remove obstruction
Excessive impeller
Pump does not produce Adjust impeller clearance
clearance
rated flow or head
Inadequate suction head Review/revise design

Worn or damaged impeller Inspect/replace as necessary

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Gianneschi Pumps and Blowers s.r.l. - Via G. Pastore, n°19/21 – 55040 Capezzano Pianore (LU) - ITALIA
 Tel: +39 0584 969391  Fax: +39 0584 969411
Cod. Fisc. e P.Iva IT: 01619620469 – (REA 154940 Lucca) – Cap. Soc. 54.000 €
web site: www.gianneschi.net; e-mail: [email protected]
 Faulty electrical connections Check wiring and repair or
replace as necessary
Disassemble pump and
inspect for damage. Remove
Impeller interference interference if still present.
Replace worn or damaged
Motor overload parts.
Liquid heavier or more Inspect and replace as
viscous than rating necessary.
Electrical supply, voltage Adjust voltage and frequency.
and frequency incorrect Change motor if necessary.
Defective motor Replace motor.
Pump improperly primed Re-prime pump
Pump starts then stops Review/revise suction piping
Air or vapour in suction line
pumping to eliminate air pockets
Air leak in suction line Check gaskets, repair leak
Improper alignment Re-align pump and driver
Check lubricant for
Bearings run hot Improper lubrication applicability and Bearings run
hot level/quantity
Bearing cooling not working Check cooling water line(s)
Improper alignment Re-align pump and driver
Partial impeller clog/
Remove obstruction
imbalance
Broken or bent impeller or
Replace as necessary
shaft
Foundation not rigid Re-align pump and driver
Pump is noisy or vibrates
Worn bearings Replace as necessary
Suction and/or discharge
Review design, modify as
piping not anchored
necessary
correctly
Pump cavitations. Review suction system,
Possible severe damage! correct problem(s)
Throttle discharge valve
Actual head lower than
slightly, trim impeller. Review
design
design
Excessive power required
Liquid heavier than
Review design
expected
Rotating parts binding Check pump internals

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Gianneschi Pumps and Blowers s.r.l. - Via G. Pastore, n°19/21 – 55040 Capezzano Pianore (LU) - ITALIA
 Tel: +39 0584 969391  Fax: +39 0584 969411
Cod. Fisc. e P.Iva IT: 01619620469 – (REA 154940 Lucca) – Cap. Soc. 54.000 €
web site: www.gianneschi.net; e-mail: [email protected]