KSB Amacan P 500-270 Installation instructions

Submersible Pump in Discharge Tube
Amacan P
50 Hz
Amacan P 500 - 270
Amacan P 600 - 350
Installation/Operating Manual
Mat. No.: 01137238

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Contents
1 General.................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Principles ...........................................................................................................................................................7
1.2 Installation of partly completed machinery....................................................................................................7
1.3 Target group.....................................................................................................................................................7
1.4 Other applicable documents............................................................................................................................7
1.5 Symbols .............................................................................................................................................................7
1.6 Key to safety symbols/markings.......................................................................................................................8
2 Safety...................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.1 General..............................................................................................................................................................9
2.2 Intended use .....................................................................................................................................................9
2.3 Personnel qualification and training...............................................................................................................9
2.4 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual .......................................................10
2.5 Safety awareness ............................................................................................................................................10
2.6 Safety information for the operator/user.....................................................................................................10
2.7 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and installation ..............................................................10
2.8 Unauthorised modes of operation................................................................................................................11
2.9 Explosion protection ......................................................................................................................................11
2.9.1 Repair................................................................................................................................................. 11
3 Transport/Storage/Disposal ................................................................................................................ 12
3.1 Checking the condition upon delivery..........................................................................................................12
3.2 Transport.........................................................................................................................................................12
3.2.1 Transporting the delivered pump to the place of installation....................................................... 12
3.2.2 Placing the pump set in a vertical or horizontal position .............................................................. 13
3.2.3 Transporting the pump set............................................................................................................... 15
3.3 Storage/preservation......................................................................................................................................16
3.4 Return to supplier...........................................................................................................................................17
3.5 Disposal ...........................................................................................................................................................17
4 Description of the Pump (Set)............................................................................................................. 18
4.1 General description ........................................................................................................................................18
4.2 Product information as per Regulation No. 1907/2006(REACH).................................................................18
4.3 Designation.....................................................................................................................................................18
4.4 Name plate......................................................................................................................................................19
4.5 Design details..................................................................................................................................................19
4.6 Installation types ............................................................................................................................................20
4.7 Configuration and function...........................................................................................................................21
4.8 Scope of supply...............................................................................................................................................22
4.9 Dimensions and weights ................................................................................................................................22
5 Installation at Site................................................................................................................................ 23
5.1 Safety regulations...........................................................................................................................................23
5.2 Checks to be carried out prior to installation...............................................................................................23
5.2.1 Checking the structural requirements ............................................................................................. 23
5.2.2 Checking the operating data ........................................................................................................... 24
5.2.3 Checking the lubricant of the mechanical seal ............................................................................... 24
5.2.4 Checking the direction of rotation .................................................................................................. 25
5.3 Lowering the pump set into the discharge tube..........................................................................................26
5.3.1 Information for correct installation................................................................................................. 27
5.3.2 Installation without support rope.................................................................................................... 28
5.3.3 Installation with a support rope ...................................................................................................... 29
5.3.4 Installation with a support rope and support spacer ..................................................................... 32
5.4 Electrical system..............................................................................................................................................35
5.4.1 Information for planning the control system.................................................................................. 35
5.4.2 Electrical connection......................................................................................................................... 40

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6 Commissioning/Start-up/Shutdown................................................................................................... 42
6.1 Commissioning/Start-up.................................................................................................................................42
6.1.1 Prerequisites for commissioning/start-up ........................................................................................ 42
6.1.2 Start-up.............................................................................................................................................. 43
6.2 Operating limits..............................................................................................................................................43
6.2.1 Operation on the power supply mains............................................................................................ 44
6.2.2 Frequency of starts............................................................................................................................ 44
6.2.3 Operation on a frequency inverter.................................................................................................. 44
6.2.4 Fluid handled .................................................................................................................................... 44
6.3 Shutdown/storage/preservation ....................................................................................................................46
6.3.1 Shutdown .......................................................................................................................................... 46
6.3.2 Measures to be taken for shutdown................................................................................................ 46
6.4 Returning to service .......................................................................................................................................47
7 Servicing/Maintenance........................................................................................................................ 48
7.1 Safety regulations...........................................................................................................................................48
7.2 Maintenance/inspection.................................................................................................................................50
7.2.1 Inspection work................................................................................................................................. 51
7.3 Removing the pump set.................................................................................................................................52
7.3.1 Removing the pump set ................................................................................................................... 52
7.3.2 Drainage/cleaning............................................................................................................................. 54
7.3.3 Checking the cable bundle............................................................................................................... 54
7.3.4 Checking the earth conductor.......................................................................................................... 54
7.3.5 Checking the mechanical seal for leakage ...................................................................................... 55
7.3.6 Visually inspecting for corrosion...................................................................................................... 56
7.4 Lubrication and lubricant change .................................................................................................................56
7.4.1 Lubricating the mechanical seal....................................................................................................... 56
7.4.2 Lubricating the rolling element bearings........................................................................................ 58
7.5 Dismantling the pump set..............................................................................................................................59
7.5.1 General information/Safety regulations.......................................................................................... 59
7.5.2 Preparing the pump set.................................................................................................................... 60
7.5.3 Removing the bellmouth.................................................................................................................. 61
7.5.4 Removing the impeller ..................................................................................................................... 61
7.5.5 Removing the mechanical seal......................................................................................................... 62
7.5.6 Dismantling the motor section......................................................................................................... 63
7.6 Reassembling the pump set...........................................................................................................................65
7.6.1 General information/Safety regulations.......................................................................................... 65
7.6.2 Installing the replacement cable gland ........................................................................................... 66
7.6.3 Fitting the motor housing cover ...................................................................................................... 67
7.6.4 Installing the mechanical seal .......................................................................................................... 68
7.6.5 Fitting the impeller ........................................................................................................................... 71
7.6.6 Fitting the bellmouth ....................................................................................................................... 72
7.6.7 Leak testing ....................................................................................................................................... 73
7.7 Checking the electrical connection and motor.............................................................................................75
7.8 Tightening torques.........................................................................................................................................75
7.9 Spare parts stock.............................................................................................................................................76
7.9.1 Ordering spare parts......................................................................................................................... 76
7.9.2 Recommended spare parts stock for 2 years' operation to DIN24296.......................................... 76
8 Trouble-shooting.................................................................................................................................. 77
9 Related Documents.............................................................................................................................. 79
9.1 General assembly drawing.............................................................................................................................79
9.2 Cable bundle...................................................................................................................................................82
9.3 Wiring diagrams .............................................................................................................................................84
9.3.1 Wiring diagram ................................................................................................................................. 84
9.3.2 Wiring diagrams for the sensors ...................................................................................................... 85
9.4 Flamepaths on explosion-proof motors........................................................................................................87
9.5 Dimensions [mm]............................................................................................................................................88
9.6 General arrangement drawings ....................................................................................................................90

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9.6.1 Installation type BU .......................................................................................................................... 90
9.6.2 Installation type BG .......................................................................................................................... 93
9.6.3 Installation type CU .......................................................................................................................... 95
9.6.4 Installation type CG .......................................................................................................................... 98
9.6.5 Installation type DU ........................................................................................................................ 100
9.6.6 Installation type DG ........................................................................................................................ 103
9.6.7 Dimensions of the flow-straightening vane.................................................................................. 105
10 EU Declaration of Conformity........................................................................................................... 107
11 Certificate of Decontamination......................................................................................................... 108
Index ................................................................................................................................................... 109

Glossary
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Glossary
Certificate of decontamination
A certificate of decontamination is enclosed by the
customer when returning the product to the
manufacturer to certify that the product has been
properly drained to eliminate any environmental
and health hazards arising from components in
contact with the fluid handled.
Close-coupled design
Motor directly fitted to the pump via a flange or a
drive lantern
ECB (ever clean blade) design
Self-cleaning vane profile
Submersible pump in discharge tube
A submersible motor pump which is completely
submerged and suspended in a discharge tube

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1 General
1.1 Principles
This operating manual is valid for the type series and variants indicated on the front
cover.
The operating manual describes the proper and safe use of this equipment in all
phases of operation.
The name plate indicates the type series and size, the main operating data, the order
number and the order item number. The order number and order item number
clearly identify the pump set and serve as identification for all further business
processes.
In the event of damage, immediately contact your nearest KSB service facility to
maintain the right to claim under warranty.
1.2 Installation of partly completed machinery
To install partly completed machinery supplied by KSB refer to the sub-sections under
Servicing/Maintenance.
1.3 Target group
This operating manual is aimed at the target group of trained and qualified specialist
technical personnel. (ðSection2.3,Page9)
1.4 Other applicable documents
Table1: Overview of other applicable documents
Document Contents
Data sheet Description of the technical data of the pump (set)
Hydraulic characteristic curve Characteristic curves showing head,
NPSHrequired, efficiency and power input
General assembly drawing1) Sectional drawing of the pump set
Sub-supplier product literature1) Operating manuals and other product literature
describing accessories and integrated machinery
components
Spare parts lists1) Description of spare parts
For accessories and/or integrated machinery components, observe the relevant
manufacturer's product literature.
1.5 Symbols
Table2: Symbols used in this manual
Symbol Description
✓Conditions which need to be fulfilled before proceeding with the
step-by-step instructions
⊳Safety instructions
⇨Result of an action
⇨Cross-references
1.
2.
Step-by-step instructions
Note
Recommendations and important information on how to handle
the product
1If included in agreed scope of supply

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1.6 Key to safety symbols/markings
Table3: Definition of safety symbols/markings
Symbol Description
!DANGER
DANGER
This signal word indicates a high-risk hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
!
WARNING
This signal word indicates a medium-risk hazard which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION
This signal word indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in damage to the machine and its functions.
Explosion protection
This symbol identifies information about avoiding explosions in
potentially explosive atmospheres in accordance with EU Directive
2014/34/EU (ATEX).
General hazard
In conjunction with one of the signal words this symbol indicates a
hazard which will or could result in death or serious injury.
Electrical hazard
In conjunction with one of the signal words this symbol indicates a
hazard involving electrical voltage and identifies information about
protection against electrical voltage.
Machine damage
In conjunction with the signal word CAUTION this symbol indicates
a hazard for the machine and its functions.

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2 Safety
!DANGER
All the information contained in this section refers to hazardous situations.
In addition to the present general safety information the action-related safety
information given in the other sections must be observed.
2.1 General
▪This operating manual contains general installation, operating and maintenance
instructions that must be observed to ensure safe operation of the system and
prevent personal injury and damage to property.
▪Comply with all the safety instructions given in the individual sections of this
operating manual.
▪The operating manual must be read and understood by the responsible specialist
personnel/operators prior to installation and commissioning.
▪The contents of this operating manual must be available to the specialist
personnel at the site at all times.
▪Information and markings attached directly to the product must always be
complied with and kept in a perfectly legible condition at all times. This applies
to, for example:
– Arrow indicating the direction of rotation
– Markings for connections
– Name plate
▪The operator is responsible for ensuring compliance with all local regulations not
taken into account.
2.2 Intended use
▪The pump (set) must only be operated in the fields of application and within the
use limits specified in the other applicable documents.
▪Only operate pumps/pump sets which are in perfect technical condition.
▪Do not operate the pump (set) in partially assembled condition.
▪Only use the pump to handle the fluids described in the data sheet or product
literature of the pump model or variant.
▪Never operate the pump without the fluid to be handled.
▪Observe the limits for continuous duty specified in the data sheet or product
literature (Qmin and Qmax) (to prevent damage such as shaft fracture, bearing
failure, mechanical seal damage, etc).
▪Observe the minimum flow rate and maximum flow rate indicated in the data
sheet or product literature (to prevent overheating, mechanical seal damage,
cavitation damage, bearing damage, etc).
▪Always operate the pump (set) in the direction of rotation it is intended for.
2.3 Personnel qualification and training
All personnel involved must be fully qualified to transport, install, operate, maintain
and inspect the machinery this manual refers to.
The responsibilities, competence and supervision of all personnel involved in
transport, installation, operation, maintenance and inspection must be clearly
defined by the operator.
Deficits in knowledge must be rectified by means of training and instruction
provided by sufficiently trained specialist personnel. If required, the operator can
commission the manufacturer/supplier to train the personnel.
Training on the pump (set) must always be supervised by technical specialist
personnel.

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2.4 Consequences and risks caused by non-compliance with this manual
▪Non-compliance with these operating instructions will lead to forfeiture of
warranty cover and of any and all rights to claims for damages.
▪Non-compliance can, for example, have the following consequences:
– Hazards to persons due to electrical, thermal, mechanical and chemical
effects and explosions
– Failure of important product functions
– Failure of prescribed maintenance and servicing practices
– Hazard to the environment due to leakage of hazardous substances
2.5 Safety awareness
In addition to the safety information contained in this operating manual and the
intended use, the following safety regulations shall be complied with:
▪Accident prevention, health regulations and safety regulations
▪Explosion protection regulations
▪Safety regulations for handling hazardous substances
▪Applicable standards, directives and laws
2.6 Safety information for the operator/user
▪Fit protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) supplied by the operator for hot,
cold or moving parts, and check that the equipment functions properly.
▪Do not remove any protective equipment (e.g. contact guards) during operation.
▪Provide the personnel with protective equipment and make sure it is used.
▪Contain leakages (e.g. at the shaft seal) of hazardous fluids handled (e.g.
explosive, toxic, hot) so as to avoid any danger to persons and the environment.
Adhere to all relevant laws.
▪Eliminate all electrical hazards. (In this respect refer to the applicable national
safety regulations and/or regulations issued by the local energy supply
companies.)
▪If stopping the pump does not increase potential risk, fit an emergency-stop
control device in the immediate vicinity of the pump (set) during pump set
installation.
2.7 Safety information for maintenance, inspection and installation
▪Modifications or alterations of the pump (set) are only permitted with the
manufacturer's prior consent.
▪Use only original spare parts or parts/components authorised by the
manufacturer. The use of other parts/components can invalidate any liability of
the manufacturer for resulting damage.
▪The operator ensures that maintenance, inspection and installation are
performed by authorised, qualified specialist personnel who are thoroughly
familiar with the manual.
▪Only carry out work on the pump (set) during standstill of the pump.
▪Only perform work on the pump set when it has been disconnected from the
power supply (de-energised).
▪The pump (set) must have cooled down to ambient temperature.
▪Pump pressure must have been released and the pump must have been drained.

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▪When taking the pump set out of service always adhere to the procedure
described in the manual. (ðSection6.3,Page46)
▪Decontaminate pumps which handle fluids posing a health hazard.
▪As soon as the work has been completed, re-install and re-activate any safety-
relevant devices and protective devices. Before returning the product to service,
observe all instructions on commissioning. (ðSection6.1,Page42)
2.8 Unauthorised modes of operation
Never operate the pump (set) outside the limits stated in the data sheet and in this
operating manual.
The warranty relating to the operating reliability and safety of the pump (set)
supplied is only valid if the equipment is used in accordance with its intended use.
2.9 Explosion protection
!DANGER
Always observe the information on explosion protection given in this section when
operating an explosion-proof pump set.
Sections of the manual marked by the symbol opposite apply to explosion-proof
pump sets also when temporarily operated outside potentially explosive
atmospheres.
Pumps/ pump sets must not be used in potentially explosive atmospheres unless
marked as explosion-proof and identified as such in the data sheet.
Special conditions apply to the operation of explosion-proof pump sets in accordance
with EU Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX).
Especially adhere to the sections in this manual marked with the symbol opposite.
The explosion-proof status of the pump is only assured if the pump is used in
accordance with its intended use.
Never operate the product outside the limits stated in the data sheet and on the
name plate.
Prevent impermissible modes of operation.
2.9.1 Repair
Special regulations apply to repair work on explosion-proof pumps. Modifications or
alterations of the pump set can affect explosion protection and are only permitted
after consultation with the manufacturer.
Repair work at the flameproof joints must only be performed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. Repair to the values in Table 2 of EN60079-1 is not
permitted.

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3 Transport/Storage/Disposal
3.1 Checking the condition upon delivery
1. On transfer of goods, check each packaging unit for damage.
2. In the event of in-transit damage, assess the exact damage, document it and
notify KSB or the supplying dealer and the insurer about the damage in writing
immediately.
3.2 Transport
DANGER
Improper transport
Danger to life from falling parts!
Damage to the pump set!
▷Use the attachment point provided for attaching the lifting accessory.
▷Never lift the pump set by the electric cables.
▷Use the lifting chain/rope included in the scope of supply exclusively for
lowering or lifting the pump set into/out of the pump sump.
▷Securely attach the lifting chain/rope to the pump and crane.
▷Use tested, marked and approved lifting accessories only.
▷Observe the regional transport regulations.
▷Observe the documentation of the lifting accessory manufacturer.
▷The load-carrying capacity of the lifting accessory must be higher than the
weight indicated on the name plate of the pump set to be lifted. Take into
account any additional system components to be lifted.
▷Maintain a safe distance during lifting operations (load may swing when being
lifted).
3.2.1 Transporting the delivered pump to the place of installation
Fig.1: Transport the pump set in its original packaging
▪The pump set is supplied in a horizontal position on a suitable transport support.
▪Use suitable lifting equipment to transport the pump set in its original packaging
to its place of installation.
Observe the marked centres of gravity and/or attachment points on the transport
boxes!
For the weight refer to the name plate or data sheet. (ðSection4.4,Page19)

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3.2.2 Placing the pump set in a vertical or horizontal position
WARNING
Pump set tilting
Risk of squashing hands and feet!
▷Suspend or support the pump set.
WARNING
Placing the pump set on unsecured and uneven surfaces
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Always place the pump set on a solid and level surface with the pump set in a
vertical position and the motor on top.
▷Only place the pump set on a surface of sufficient load-carrying capacity.
▷Use appropriate means to secure the pump set against tilting or tipping over.
▷Refer to the weights given in the data sheet/on the name plate.
WARNING
Incorrect handling of the electric cable
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Secure electric cables against falling down.
▷Avoid electric cables being laid on surfaces without fastening.
▷When moving the pump set keep at a safe distance to the electric cables.
WARNING
Improper handling when placing the pump set in a vertical/horizontal position
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Use one or two pieces of lifting equipment, depending on the pump (set) size.
▷Use appropriate means to secure the pump set against tilting, tipping over or
rolling off.
▷Maintain a safe distance during lifting operations (load may swing when being
lifted).
▷Use additional supports for the transport holder to secure it against tilting.
WARNING
Improper lifting/moving of heavy assemblies or components
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Use suitable transport devices, lifting equipment and lifting tackle to move
heavy assemblies or components.
CAUTION
Improper storage
Damage to the electric cables!
▷Support the electric cables at the cable gland to prevent permanent
deformation.
▷Only remove the protective caps from the electric cables at the time of
installation.

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Fig.2: Pulling the pump set upright with one crane
Fig.3: Pulling the pump set upright with two cranes
üSuitable lifting equipment has been selected (e.g. crane).
1. a) For one piece of lifting equipment: Attach the eyehook to the bail of the
pump set.
b) For two pieces of lifting equipment: Attach one eyehook to the bail of the
pump set. Then suitably loop a rope around the pump set and attach this loop
to the second crane hook.
2. Lift the pump set with the lifting equipment.
ðGuiding the pump set over the edge of the bellmouth or pump casing is only
permissible on a wooden base!
ðProtect the power cable against kinking!
3. Place the pump set on a level, clean surface and protect it against tilting, tipping
over or rolling off.

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3.2.3 Transporting the pump set
WARNING
Incorrect positioning/placing down
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Position the pump set vertically with the motor on top.
▷Use appropriate means to secure the pump set against tilting and tipping over.
▷Refer to the weights given in the data sheet/on the name plate.
WARNING
Incorrect handling of the electric cable
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Secure electric cables against falling down.
▷Avoid electric cables being laid on surfaces without fastening.
▷When moving the pump set keep at a safe distance to the electric cables.
WARNING
Improper lifting/moving of heavy assemblies or components
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Use suitable transport devices, lifting equipment and lifting tackle to move
heavy assemblies or components.
WARNING
Improper handling when placing the pump set in a vertical/horizontal position
Personal injury and damage to property!
▷Use one or two pieces of lifting equipment, depending on the pump (set) size.
▷Use appropriate means to secure the pump set against tilting, tipping over or
rolling off.
▷Maintain a safe distance during lifting operations (load may swing when being
lifted).
▷Use additional supports for the transport holder to secure it against tilting.
Fig.4: Transporting the pump set in a vertical position
Use suitable lifting equipment to transport the pump set in the illustrated position.

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3.3 Storage/preservation
If commissioning is to take place some time after delivery, we recommend that the
following measures be taken:
Store the pump set as follows:
▪In its original packaging: in a horizontal position
▪Without packaging: in a vertical position with the motor on top
WARNING
Pump set tilting
Risk of squashing hands and feet!
▷Suspend or support the pump set.
CAUTION
Improper storage
Damage to the electric cables!
▷Support the electric cables at the cable gland to prevent permanent
deformation.
▷Only remove the protective caps from the electric cables at the time of
installation.
CAUTION
Damage during storage due to humidity, dirt or vermin
Corrosion/contamination of pump (set)!
▷For outdoor storage cover the pump (set) and accessories with waterproof
material and protect against condensation.
CAUTION
Wet, contaminated or damaged openings and connections
Leakage or damage to the pump!
▷Clean and cover pump openings and connections as required prior to putting
the pump into storage.
Table4: Ambient conditions for storage
Ambient condition Value
Relative humidity 5% to 85% (non-condensing)
Ambient temperature -20°C to +70°C
▪Store the pump set under dry and vibration-free conditions, if possible in its
original packaging.
1. Rotate the impeller by hand once every three months.

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3.4 Return to supplier
1. Drain the pump as per operating instructions. (ðSection7.3.2,Page54)
2. Flush and clean the pump, particularly if it has been used for handling noxious,
explosive, hot or other hazardous fluids.
3. If the pump has handled fluids whose residues could lead to corrosion damage
in the presence of atmospheric humidity or could ignite upon contact with
oxygen, the pump must also be neutralised, and anhydrous inert gas must be
blown through the pump to ensure drying.
4. Always complete and enclose a certificate of decontamination when returning
the pump.
Indicate any safety measures and decontamination measures taken.
(ðSection11,Page108)
NOTE
If required, a blank certificate of decontamination can be downloaded from the
following web site: www.ksb.com/certificate_of_decontamination
3.5 Disposal
WARNING
Fluids handled, consumables and supplies which are hot and/or pose a health
hazard
Hazard to persons and the environment!
▷Collect and properly dispose of flushing fluid and any fluid residues.
▷Wear safety clothing and a protective mask if required.
▷Observe all legal regulations on the disposal of fluids posing a health hazard.
1. Dismantle the pump (set).
Collect greases and other lubricants during dismantling.
2. Separate and sort the pump materials, e.g. by:
- Metals
- Plastics
- Electronic waste
- Greases and other lubricants
3. Dispose of materials in accordance with local regulations or in another
controlled manner.

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4 Description of the Pump (Set)
4.1 General description
▪Submersible pump in discharge tube
Pump set for handling river water and stormwater, pre-screened domestic and
industrial waste water as well as activated sludge
4.2 Product information as per Regulation No. 1907/2006(REACH)
For information as per European chemicals regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)
see https://www.ksb.com/en-global/company/corporate-responsibility/reach.
4.3 Designation
Example: Amacan PA4 600- 350 / 40 4 XAG1
Table5: Designation key
Code Description
Amacan Type series
P Impeller type
P Propeller
A Pressure class
A
B
4 Number of vanes
600 Nominal diameter of the discharge tube [mm]
350 Nominal impeller diameter [mm]
40 Motor size
4 Number of motor poles
XA Motor version
UA Without explosion protection, standard
XA Explosion protection II 2G Ex db h IIB T3 Gb
G1 Material variant
G1 Grey cast iron, standard material variant
G3 Grey cast iron with Zn anodes, shaft made of 1.4057 stainless steel

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4.4 Name plate
0035 II 2G Ex db IIB T
II 2G Ex db h IIB T
ZN 3826 - M 45
TYPE
No.
Q
TEMP. MAX. °C kg
H
3 ~ M.-No.
V Hz cos φ
A IA/IN
kW
P2
min-1 S1
KSB SE & Co. KGaA
Johann-Klein-Straße 9
67227 Frankenthal
Germany
Gb
Gb
0035 II 2G Ex db IIB T
II 2G Ex db h IIB T
TYPE
No.
Q
TEMP. MAX. °C kg
H
3 ~ M.-No.
V Hz
A IA/IN
kW
P2
min-1 S1
KSB SE & Co. KGaA
Gb
Gb
WARNING - DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED
MOTOR IP 68 SUBM. MAX. 30 m CLASS H
Amacan PA4 600-350/404XAG1
9970xxxx52/001010
1600 m3/h
40 560
6,2 m 2018
3
3
DKA160.4-40
40
1460
400
82 5,4
50 0,80
123456
PTB13ATEX1014X
21
22
KSB SE & Co. KGaA
Johann-Klein-Straße 9
67227 Frankenthal
Germany
ZN 3826 - M 44
TYPE
No.
Q
TEMP. MAX. °C kg
H
WARNING - DO NOT OPEN WHEN ENERGIZED
CLASS H
3 ~ M.-No.
V Hz cosφ
A IA/IN
kW
P2
min-1 S1
MOTOR IP 68 SUBM. MAX. 30 m
Amacan PA4 600-350/404UAG1
9970xxxx52/001010
1600 m3/h 6,2 m 2016
40 560
DKA160.4-40
40
1460
400
82
50
5,4
123456
0,80
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
a) b)
Fig.5: Name plate (example) a)Standard pump set b)Explosion-proof pump set
1 Designation 2 KSB order number
3 Flow rate 4 Maximum fluid temperature and ambient
temperature
5 Enclosure 6 Motor type
7 Rated power 8 Rated speed
9 Rated voltage 10 Rated current
11 Head 12 Year of construction
13 Total weight 14 Maximum submergence
15 Thermal class of winding insulation 16 Motor number
17 Power factor at rated operating point 18 Rated frequency
19 Mode of operation 20 Starting current ratio
21 ATEX marking for the submersible motor 22 ATEX marking for the pump set
4.5 Design details
Design
▪Fully floodable submersible pump in discharge tube (submersible motor pump)
▪Not self-priming
▪Close-coupled design
▪Single-stage
▪Vertical installation
Drive
▪Three-phase asynchronous squirrel-cage motor
▪Type of protection Ex db IIB (applies to explosion-proof pump sets only)
▪Enclosure: IP68 to EN60529/IEC529
Shaft seal
▪Two bi-directional mechanical seals in tandem arrangement, with liquid reservoir
▪Leakage chamber
Impeller type
▪Axial propeller in ECB design
Bearings
▪Grease-lubricated rolling element bearings

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4.6 Installation types
Six different types are available for selection2):
Table6: Overview of installation types
BU discharge tube
Overflow design for installation in
open intake chamber
CU discharge tube
Design with underfloor discharge
for installation in open intake
chamber
DU discharge tube
Design with above floor discharge
nozzle for installation in open intake
chamber
BG discharge tube
Overflow design for installation in
covered intake chamber with low
suction-side water levels
CG discharge tube
Design with underfloor discharge
for installation in covered intake
chamber with low suction-side
water levels
DG discharge tube
Design with above-floor discharge
nozzle for installation in covered intake
chamber with low suction-side water
levels
2For information on the various designs (foundation measurements, intake chamber, etc.) refer to the general
arrangement drawings.