Installation.............................18 Install the pump..........................18 Authority regulation........................18 Fasteners............................18 Install with P-installation.........................19 Install with S-installation.........................20 Install with T/Z-installation......................21 Make the electrical connections......................22 General precautions........................22 Requirements..........................22 Cables..............................23 Earthing (Grounding)........................23 Connect the motor cable to the pump..................23 Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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The pump does not stop when a level sensor is used..............63 The pump starts-stops-starts in rapid sequence................63 The pump runs but the motor protection trips................64 The pump delivers too little or no water..................65 Technical Reference..........................67 Application limits..........................67 Motor data............................67 Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow the safety messages and regulations carefully before handling the product. They are published to help prevent these hazards: • Personal accidents and health problems • Damage to the product • Product malfunction Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Magnetic hazard Magnetic hazards are indicated by a specific symbol that replaces the typical hazard level symbols: CAUTION: Environmental safety The work area Always keep the station clean to avoid and/or discover emissions. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Electrical connections Electrical connections must be made by certified electricians in compliance with all international, national, state, and local regulations. For more information about requirements, see sections dealing specifically with electrical connections. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Intrinsically safe circuits are normally required for the automatic level-control system by the level regulator if mounted in zone 0. • The yield stress of fasteners must be in accordance with the approval drawing and the product specification. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Material damages • Economic losses Warranty claim Xylem products are high-quality products with expected reliable operation and long life. However, should the need arise for a warranty claim, then contact your Xylem representative. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Introduction and Safety Spare parts Xylem guarantees that spare parts will be available for 15 years after the manufacture of this product has been discontinued. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Always lift the unit by its lifting handle. Never lift the unit by the motor cable or by the hose. • Do not attach sling ropes to shaft ends. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
13°C (9°F), the viscosity increases such that the glycol mixture will lose its flow properties. However, the glycol-water mixture will not solidify completely and thus cannot harm the product. Follow these guidelines to avoid freezing damage: Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Before operating the unit after storage, it must be inspected with special attention to the seals and the cable entry. • The impeller/propeller must be rotated every other month to prevent the seals from sticking together. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Original spare parts and accessories that are authorized by Xylem are essential for compliance. The use of other parts can invalidate any claims for warranty or compensation. For more information contact your Xylem representative. Pressure class Low head Medium head High head Super high head Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Inner seal: corrosion-resistant cemented carbide/Aluminum oxide WCCR/Al • Outer seal: silicon carbide RSiC/RSiC Main bearings Consisting of a two-row angular contact ball bearing Motor For information about the motor, see Motor data (page 67). Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
The data plate is a metal label located on the main body of the products. The data plate lists key product specifications. Specially approved products also have an approval plate. Curve code/Propeller code Serial number, see Product denomination (page 17) Product number Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Dust ignition proof for use in Class II. Div 1. Group E, F and G • Suitable for use in Class III. Div 1. Hazardous Locations EN approval plate This illustration describes the EN approval plate and the information contained in its fields. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
11. Additional information 12. Max. ambient temperature 13. Serial number WS001279B FM approval plate This illustration describes the FM approval plate and the information contained in its fields. Temperature class Maximum ambient temperature WS003973A Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
The serial number is used for identification of an individual product, and is divided into four parts. This is an example of a serial number, and an explanation of its parts. NP 3085.183 - 951 0163 Product code Production year Production cycle Running number Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Fasteners WARNING: • Only use fasteners of the proper size and material. • Replace all corroded fasteners. • Make sure that all fasteners are properly tightened and that there are no missing fasteners. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Secure the guide bars in the bracket. b) Check that the guide bars are placed vertically. Use a level or a plumb line. 6. Connect the discharge pipe to the discharge connection. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
5. Connect the motor cable and the starter and monitoring equipment according to the separate instructions. Make sure that the impeller rotation is correct. For more information, see Check the impeller rotation (page 33). Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Make sure that the impeller rotation is correct. For more information, see Check the impeller rotation (page 33). 5. Make sure that the weight of the pump does not put strain on the piping. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• If stated on the data plate, then the motor is convertible between different voltages. • The thermal contacts/thermistors must be in use. • For FM-approved pumps, FLS must be connected and in use in order to meet approval requirements. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Connect the motor cable to the pump CAUTION: Leakage into the electrical parts can cause damaged equipment or a blown fuse. Keep the end of the motor cable above the liquid level. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
9. Fasten the screws on the entrance flange so that the cable insertion assembly bottoms out. Connect the motor cable to the starter and monitoring equipment WARNING: Do not install the starter equipment in an explosive zone unless it is explosion-proof rated. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Check that the relays, lamps, fuses, and connections are intact. Replace any defective equipment. Cable charts Description This topic contains general connection information. It also provides cable charts that show connection alternatives for use with different cables and power supply. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Motor cable leads L1 L2 L3 T1 T2 T3 T4 Stator (internal connection illustrated) U1 V1 W1 W2 V2 U1 V1 W1 W2 U2 V2 U1 V1 W1 W2 U2 V2 L2 L3 Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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* * Ground conductor is stranded around core Screen (WH) Screen (WH) Screen (WH) GC=Ground check 773 29 00/2 Color code standard Code Description Brown Black White Orange Green GNYE Green-Yellow Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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If a separate control cable is used, then the control cores in the motor cable are never used. One cable (left) and two cables (right) Y-connection. Two cables One cable V1 U2 U1 W2 W1 V2 Figure 10: Y-connection One cable (left) and two cables (right) D-connection. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 13: Y or D-connection 9-leads connection If a separate control cable is used, then the control cores in the motor cable are never used. One cable (left) and two cables (right) Y-parallel connection. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Cable without sep. ground conductor Screen as ground conductor GN/YE shrink hose FGB Screened Mini CAS Mini CAS+AUX Figure 16: Screened SUBCAB and FGB Screened * For screened SUBCAB T3 and T4 shall also be twisted separately. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Check the impeller rotation WARNING: The starting jerk can be powerful. 1. Start the motor. 2. Stop the motor after a few seconds. 3. Check that the impeller rotates according to this illustration. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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The correct direction of impeller rotation is clockwise when you look at the pump from above. 4. If the impeller rotates in the wrong direction, transpose two phase leads (3-phase) and do this procedure again. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• In some installations, the pump and the surrounding liquid may be hot. Bear in mind the risk of burn injuries. • Make sure nobody is close to the unit when it is started. The unit will jerk in the opposite direction of the impeller rotation. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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1. Remove the fuses or open the circuit breaker, and check that the impeller can be rotated freely. 2. Conduct insulation test phase to ground. To pass, the value must exceed 5 megohms. 3. Check that the monitoring equipment works. 4. Start the pump. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Lubricate all springs, screws, and O-rings with grease. During reassembly, always make sure that existing index markings are in line. The reassembled drive unit must always be insulation-tested and the reassembled pump must always be test-run before normal operation. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
2210 (825.1) (1630) Hexagon screws with countersunk heads For hexagon socket head screws with countersunk head, maximum torque for all property classes must be 80% of the values for property class 8.8 above. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
1. Empty the coolant in the inspection chamber: a) Remove the inspection plug. Figure 22: Without a cooling jacket Figure 23: With a cooling jacket b) Pump out any coolant from the inspection chamber, as shown here. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Place the pump in a horizontal position, or leave it upright to use a pump to empty the coolant. b) If the pump is laid in a horizontal position, place a container under the pump. c) Remove the coolant plugs and empty the coolant. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
1. Fill with coolant until it overflows through the opposite hole, as shown here. Quantity: approximately • 2.2 L (2.3 qt.) without cooling jacket • 10.5 L (11.2 qt.) with cooling jacket Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
(liquid) temperatures <40°C. NOTICE: Shorter intervals may be required when the operating conditions are extreme, for example with very abrasive or corrosive applications or when the liquid temperatures exceed 40°C (104°F). Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Check that the connections are properly tightened. Thermal contacts Normally closed circuit; interval 0–1 ohm. Thermistor Check the resistance is between 20–250 ohms and the measured voltage is maximum 2 V DC. Voltage and amperage Check the running values. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Remove the impeller: wet installation CAUTION: Wear heavy work gloves when you handle impellers. The sharp edges can cause physical injury. 1. Place the pump in a horizontal position. 2. Remove the impeller: Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise until the impeller breaks free from the shaft. e) Hand-tighten the impeller screw to prevent it from falling off. WS001490A f) Remove the rod. 3. Raise the pump. 4. Remove the drive unit from the pump housing: Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Maintenance a) Remove the pump housing screws. b) Remove the drive unit from the pump housing. 5. Remove the impeller: a) Place the drive unit horizontally. b) Remove the impeller screw. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Polish off any flaws with a fine emery cloth. b) Grease the shaft end. NOTICE: Surplus grease can cause the impeller to become loose. Remove surplus grease from conical and/or cylindrical surfaces of shafts and/or sleeves. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Adjust the adjustment screw so that it is flush with the sleeve. WS001759A e) Fit the sleeve and impeller to the shaft. f) Hand-tighten the impeller screw to prevent it from falling off. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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3. Fit the pump housing: a) Fit a new and greased O-ring on the seal housing cover. b) Grease the pump housing screws. c) Raise the drive unit. d) Place the drive unit into the pump housing. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Using a hexagon-bit adapter, turn the adjustment screw clockwise until the impeller makes contact with the pump housing. For tightening torque, see Torque values (page 38). b) Tighten it a further 1/8 turn (45°). Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Check that the impeller can rotate freely. CAUTION: Beware of the pinch point hazard between the rotating impeller and the guide pin. 7. Check that the clearance between the impeller and the insert ring is 0.1–0.5 mm (0.004–0.02 in.). Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
8. If applicable, adjust clearance to 0.1–0.5 mm (0.004–0.02 in.) between the guide pin and the impeller. Replace the impeller for dry installation Remove the impeller: dry installation 1. Remove the drive unit from the pump housing: a) Remove the pump housing screws. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Remove the drive unit from the pump housing. 2. Remove the impeller: a) Place the drive unit horizontally. b) Lock the impeller as shown in the figure. c) Remove the impeller screw. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Polish off any flaws with a fine emery cloth. b) Grease the shaft end. NOTICE: Surplus grease can cause the impeller to become loose. Remove surplus grease from conical and/or cylindrical surfaces of shafts and/or sleeves. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Grease the conical sleeve, the threads of the adjustment screw, the washer, and the impeller screw. Always use a new impeller screw. d) Unscrew the adjustment screw approximately 5 mm (0.2 in.). WS002106A e) Measure and note the distance A. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Maintenance 2. Mount the impeller: a) Fit the sleeve and the impeller to the shaft. b) Fit the impeller screw and washer and tighten. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Make sure that the drive unit is parallel with the pump housing by hand-tightening the pump housing screws. b) Check the distance between the seal housing cover and the pump housing with a feeler gauge. Check diagonally at four points. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Lift the drive unit out of the pump housing and remove the impeller and conical sleeve. 5. Trim to the correct distance: a) Calculate the measure C according to the formula shown in the image. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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7. If applicable, check that the clearance between the impeller and the insert ring is maximum 1 mm (0.04 in.) radial. If not, send the pump for service. The insert ring is pressed into the seal housing cover. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Maintenance 8. Install the drive unit in the pump housing: a) Fit a new and greased O-ring to the seal housing cover. WS002056A b) Place the drive unit in the pump housing. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Tighten the greased screws diagonally. For tightening torque, see Torque values (page 38). WS001478A If you need to adjust the impeller, redo the replace the impeller procedure from the beginning. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• The main power switch is on. • There is control voltage to the start equipment. • The fuses are intact. • There is voltage in all phases of the supply line. Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• The sump in order to prevent the impeller from clogging again. If the problem persists, refer to the Flygt Service Guide on the web or contact the local Xylem service shop. Always state the serial number of your pump when you contact Xylem, Product Description (page 12).
• Whether the voltage drop in the line at the starting surge causes the contactor's self-holding malfunction. If the problem persists, refer to the Flygt Service Guide on the web or contact the local Xylem service shop. Always state the serial number of your pump when you contact Xylem, Product Description (page 12).
Replace the overload protection. overload protection. If the problem persists, refer to the Flygt Service Guide on the web or contact the local Xylem service shop. Always state the serial number of your pump when you contact Xylem, Product Description (page 12).
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• Depending on the installation type, add a means for priming the pump, such as a foot valve. If the problem persists, refer to the Flygt Service Guide on the web or contact the local Xylem service shop. Always state the serial number of your pump when you contact Xylem, Product Description (page 12).
Code compliance IEC 60034-1 Rated output variation ±10% Voltage variation without ±10%, provided that it does not run continuously at full load overheating Voltage imbalance tolerance Stator insulation class H (180°C [360°F]) Flygt 3153 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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