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SECTION 1 –GENERAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
This publication is intended to assist those involved
with the installation, operation and maintenance of
EBSRAY Model RX33 Regenerative Turbine
Submersible Pumpset and the pumping system.
NOTE: These instructions are intended to assist
correct Pumpset installation, operation and
maintenance requirements. They are additional to,
and do not supersede or override any applicable
statutory, legal or regulatory requirements.
Before starting any work,
this Publication should be
completely read/reviewed
by all persons involved with the work. If any part of
this Publication is unclear, obtain clarification
before proceeding with any work.
As LPG (propane and
butane) is regarded as a
flammable liquid, extreme caution must be taken to
ensure total compliance with all necessary
statutory Codes, Regulations, Standards and
Directives. These requirements must be fully
understood and exercised in the installation,
operation and maintenance of EBSRAY RX33
Pumpsets.
Installation and servicing
of this equipment should
be performed by suitably qualified competent
personnel in accordance with relevant Codes,
Regulations, Standards, Directives and site
restrictions, in conjunction with these
instructions.
When the equipment supplied utilises components
other than those manufactured by EBSRAY e.g.
electrical equipment, switches, fittings, valves, etc
reference should be made to the original
manufacturer's data before installation or servicing is
commenced. Failure to observe these details may void
the Warranty.
The Pumpset must be
operated within the
original selected design parameters of flow,
pressure, temperature, voltage and current with
LPG of internationally accepted (ISO) quality and
specification only. Should any change be
contemplated, please confer with EBSRAY in order
to verify the suitability of such a change.
1.2 TRANSPORTATION AND PACKING
Standard domestic packing is suitable for shipment in
covered transports. Pumpset ports must be sealed to
exclude ingress of condensation, moisture or foreign
material. When received on site the Pumpset must be
stored in a dry covered area. Motor Leads must not be
damaged.
NOTE: If Pumpset is not installed and
commissioned immediately, special preservative
techniques will be required. (Refer to EBSRAY).
e.g. If the Pumpset is installed, but not
commissioned, low pressure nitrogen can be
used to purge and seal the Pump Housing to
protect Pumpset from the effects of condensation.
Never allow water or any
corrosive product to enter the Pumpset, Motor or
electrical conduit. This may damage the Pumpset
and will void the Warranty.
1.3 RECEIVING INSPECTION
SHORTAGES and/or DAMAGE: On receipt of
equipment, check all items against the dispatch
documents and inspect for damage. Any damage or
shortage incurred during transit should be noted on the
packing note and on both your own and the carrier's
copy of the consignment note. A claim should be made
immediately on the transport company. Also advise
EBSRAY or their Appointed Representative.
Should a shortage be evident on receipt, notify
EBSRAY immediately giving full details and packing
note number.
1.4 HANDLING
Do not drop Pumpset! Care should be taken in
moving/handling Pumpsets. A sling should be placed
under or around a Pumpset in order to minimise stress
on the internal components.
The Pumpset should be lifted in such a manner as to
ensure compliance with the relevant lifting codes.
Severe internal Pumpset damage may result if
correct handling and due
care is not taken.
No welding is to be performed on any part of the
system (discharge piping, vapour returns, conduits
etc.) with Pumpset/wires installed. Failure to
observe this warning could result in severe Motor
and/or wiring damage and will void the Warranty.
1.5 WARRANTY
1. All EBSRAY manufactured pumps and equipment
are warranted as standard for one (1) year against
faulty workmanship and/or materials. Refer to
EBSRAY PUMPS 'Standard Conditions of Sale
and Warranty' publication for details. RX33
Pumpset Extended Warranty conditions and
exceptions are as follows:
2. For new Pumpsets, a two (2) year or 7,500 hours
(whichever occurs first) Warranty applies on
RX33 Pumpsets:
a) when installed and operated in strict
accordance with the system design and
recommendations as set out in the current
EBSRAY IO&M manual supplied with each
Pumpset and
b) when fitted with an EBSRAY Pump Controller
or with an EBSRAY PLC.
3. For Service Exchange Pumpsets, a one (1) year
or 3,750 hours (whichever occurs first) Service
Exchange Warranty applies on RX33 Pumpsets -
all as per a) and b) above
4. RX33 Pumpset Warranty is voided if the Pumpset
is installed and operated:
a) without the EBSRAY Pump Controller
installed and connected, or
b) without the EBSRAY PLC installed and
connected, or
c) without EBSRAY’s written agreement of an
alternative method of Pumpset protection