Before carrying out any operation which requires to disassembly of the pump (inspection, cleaning, seal replacement, etc.), the following preliminary operations have to be carried out:
•Switch off engine tension and disinsert electric connection.
•Close valves on suction and outlet pipelines, in order to avoid the risk of inundation.
•Use adequate protection for hands and face, if the pump contains liquids which are hazardous to health (for example acids, solvents, etc.).
•Consider whether the liquid which flows out of the pump when disassembling is dangerous and arrange for adequate safety measures.
4.0Transportation, receipt and transferring of goods
4.1Transportation
The packings of all AS pumps are defined when making the order. Unless prior arrangements are given, goods will be packed only for transit conditions and not for
4.2Receipt
Upon receipt of goods the integrity of the packaging must be verified in order to identify possible damages to the content during transfer, and to claim immediately from the carrier. Should any damage be ascertained, the following procedure must be observed:
•Collect the goods with receipt.
•Take the necessary pictures showing the damages.
•Notify the carrier of the suffered damages, by registered airmail – including the pictures taken.
4.3Transferring
Carry the packed pumps as close as possible to the place of installation by means of appropriate lifting devices and unpack them. During this operation take care, as unsteady parts could fall down.
The material used for packing (wood, paper, cellophane, etc.) should be properly disposed of, according to the corresponding rules in force in receiver’ s country.
After unpacking the pump, use special lifting belts and move the
In versions complete with shroud, take the shroud off before moving the
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