
Hilge GmbH & Co. KG | BA.H2A.KYY.001.01.17.GB 3
Operating manual
GEA Hilge HYGIA K
1 Introduction _________________________________________________________________________________________ 5
1.1 Target group ________________________________________________________________________________ 5
1.2 Symbols and formatting ________________________________________________________________________ 5
1.3 References to the document ____________________________________________________________________ 5
2 Safety _____________________________________________________________________________________________ 5
2.1 Operator notes ______________________________________________________________________________ 5
2.1.1 Unpacking the pump __________________________________________________________________ 5
2.1.2 Storing the pump _____________________________________________________________________ 5
2.2 Safety instructions in the operating manual ________________________________________________________ 5
2.3 Identification of instructions in the operating manual _________________________________________________ 6
2.3.1 Symbols ____________________________________________________________________________ 6
2.3.2 Structure of safety instructions __________________________________________________________ 6
2.4 Qualification and training of personnel ____________________________________________________________ 6
2.5 Dangers caused by failure to follow the safety instructions ____________________________________________ 6
2.6 Safety-conscious work ________________________________________________________________________ 6
2.7 Safety instructions for the operator/user ___________________________________________________________ 6
2.8 Unauthorised modifications and spare parts ________________________________________________________ 7
2.9 Improper operation ___________________________________________________________________________ 7
2.10 Transport __________________________________________________________________________________ 7
2.11 Cleaning __________________________________________________________________________________ 7
2.11.1 CIP _______________________________________________________________________________ 8
2.11.2 SIP _______________________________________________________________________________ 8
2.12 Repair contract _____________________________________________________________________________ 9
3 Product description ___________________________________________________________________________________ 9
3.1 Pump overview ______________________________________________________________________________ 9
3.2 Description _________________________________________________________________________________ 9
3.2.1 Fields of application ___________________________________________________________________ 9
3.3 Proper usage _______________________________________________________________________________ 10
3.3.1 Pumped liquids _____________________________________________________________________ 10
3.3.2 Minimum flow rate Qmin ______________________________________________________________10
3.3.3 Connections and pipelines ____________________________________________________________ 10
3.3.4 Motor operation _____________________________________________________________________ 10
3.3.5 Design ____________________________________________________________________________ 10
3.4 Technical data ______________________________________________________________________________ 10
3.4.1 Pump designation ___________________________________________________________________ 10
3.4.2 Pump serial number _________________________________________________________________ 10
3.4.3 Nameplate _________________________________________________________________________ 11
3.4.4 Performance data ___________________________________________________________________ 11
3.4.5 Noise emissions ____________________________________________________________________ 11
3.4.6 Weights ___________________________________________________________________________ 12
3.4.7 Maximum operating temperature ________________________________________________________ 13
3.4.8 Maximum operating pressure __________________________________________________________ 13
4 Mounting, installation and connection ____________________________________________________________________ 13
4.1 Inspection before pump installation ______________________________________________________________ 13
4.1.1 How to check free running of the impeller _________________________________________________ 13
4.2 Set-up and alignment of the pump ______________________________________________________________ 13
4.2.1 Permissible mountings _______________________________________________________________ 14
4.3 Installation in the pipeline _____________________________________________________________________ 14
4.3.1 Operation of the mechanical seal _______________________________________________________ 14
4.3.2 Space requirements _________________________________________________________________ 15
4.3.3 Elimination of noise and vibrations ______________________________________________________ 15
4.4 Connections for flushing system ________________________________________________________________ 16
4.4.1 Flushing liquid ______________________________________________________________________ 16
4.4.2 Quench design _____________________________________________________________________ 16
4.5 Electrical connections ________________________________________________________________________ 16
4.5.1 Star connection _____________________________________________________________________ 17
4.5.2 Delta connection ____________________________________________________________________ 17
4.5.3 Frequency converter operation _________________________________________________________ 17
4.5.4 Checking the direction of rotation after connection __________________________________________ 17
5 Start-up / shut-down _________________________________________________________________________________ 18
5.1 Start-up ___________________________________________________________________________________ 18
5.1.1 Check application conditions ___________________________________________________________ 18
5.1.2 Starting up the pump _________________________________________________________________ 18
5.1.3 Functional check of the mechanical seal __________________________________________________ 18
5.2 Shutting down the pump ______________________________________________________________________ 18
5.2.1 Cleaning the pump after shut-down ______________________________________________________ 18
6 Maintenance/servicing _______________________________________________________________________________ 18
6.1 Safety instructions for installation, inspection and maintenance work ___________________________________ 18
6.2 Maintenance of the pump _____________________________________________________________________ 19
6.3 Maintenance of the motor _____________________________________________________________________ 19
6.3.1 Motors without lubrication fittings _______________________________________________________ 19
6.3.2 Motors with lubrication fittings __________________________________________________________ 19
6.4 Assembly __________________________________________________________________________________ 20
6.4.1 Overview of parts ____________________________________________________________________ 20