Xylem A-C Fire Pump – Vertical Turbine Fire Pump AC8499 User Manual

A-C Fire PumpVertical Turbine Fire PumpA-C Model FPINSTRUCTION MANUALAC8499INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER’S USE.

BASE (SOLE PLATE) INSPECTIONSub Base and Sole Plate are terms in common use to de-scribe a general class of solid steel plates mounted in grout(or bol

11SITE WITH STRUCTURAL STEEL FOUNDATION1. When the pump is mounted directly on a structural steelframe, pumps shall be located directly over, or as ne

122. Place two I-beam supports across the base plate opening,strong enough to safely support the weight of the entirepump assembly. These I-beams shou

13Installing the Discharge HeadOPEN LINESHAFT1. A-C Fire Pumps are provided with either a cast iron or fabsteel type head. Install the discharge head

INSTALLATION OF A HOLLOW SHAFT DRIVERThis refers to either VHS type electric motors or hollow shafttype gear drives.A small paragraph will be devoted

155. Fit gib key (760) into keyway, by filing if necessary, towhere there is a snug but sliding fit. This key must be ableto be removed by gentle leve

16Section 4 - OperationPump Startup & OperationPRE-START PROCEDUREConsult the applicable manufacturer’s instructions for detailedinformation for t

17Pumps equipped with packing, shall be adjusted wheneverthe leakage rate exceeds two drops per second. If there is noleakage or the stuffing box over

18Corrective MaintenanceCorrective maintenance procedures include troubleshooting for isolating and remedying malfunctions of the pump and its com-pon

197. Pump is too noisy A. Cavitation (insufficient NPSH Increase liquid level in sump.available)B. Bent shaft Straighten as required.C. Rotating parts

2Safety Apparel:• Insulated work gloves when handling hot bearings or usingbearing heater.• Heavy work gloves when handling parts with sharp edges,esp

20Section 6 - Disassembly & ReassemblyDisassemblyNOTE: Pump components should be match-marked prior todisassembly to ensure they are reassembled i

21Inspection & Replacement1. Clean all pump parts thoroughly with a suitable cleaner.2. Check bearing retainers for deformation and wear.3. Check

22Section 7 - Repair PartsORDERING PARTSWhen ordering spare or replacement parts. The pump serialnumber and size and type of pump must be given. This

23Item Description600 Discharge Head616 Stuffing Box617 Stuffing Box Bearing779 Stuffing Box Gasket622 Slinger620 Packing618 Stuffing Box Split Gland7

24SECTIONAL VIEWFIRE PUMP TURBINEFAB STEEL HEAD/FLANGED COLUMNItem Description600 Discharge Head616 Stuffing Box617 Stuffing Box Bearing779 Stuffing B

25Appendix IAPPENDIX IFIELD SERVICEINSTALLATION AND STARTUP CHECKLISTCustomer: ____________________________ A-C Fire Pump Serial No.: ______________

26APPENDIX IFIELD SERVICEINSTALLATION AND STARTUP CHECKLISTPart 2: Pump Assembly Pre-Start Inspections and Checks__________ 1) Verify that the drivers

27APPENDIX IFIELD SERVICEINSTALLATION AND STARTUP CHECKLISTPart 3: Starting Unit__________ 1) After all checks in Parts 1 and 2 are completed, conduct

Xylem Inc. 8200 N. Austin Avenue Morton Grove, Illinois 60053 Phone: (847) 966-3700 Fax: (847) 965-8379www.acfirepumpA-C Fire Pump is a trademark of X

3FOREWORDThis manual provides instructions for the Installation, Opera-tion, and Maintenance of the A-C Fire Pumps. This manualcovers a standard produ

4Warranty WARRANTY – Company warrants title to the product(s)and, except as noted with respect to items not of Company’smanufacturer, also warrants th

6SECTION 1 - SAFETY Page Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7Section 1 - SafetyThese pumps have been designed for safe and reliableoperation when property used and maintained in accordancewith instructions cont

8The pump should be carefully supported prior to unloadingfrom the carrier. Handle all components carefully. Inspectionfor damage of the shipping crat

9STORAGE PREPARATIONA-C Fire Pumps require proper preparation for storage andregular maintenance during storage. The pump shall be con-sidered in stor