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Pump Serial Number: Date: Purchaser: Purchaser’s Order Number: GIW / KSB Work Order Number: Shipped To: Include the pump’s serial number when ordering replacement parts This is a standard maintenance manual provided for your convenience This manual may include additional documentation not applicable to your specific pump GIW INDUSTRIES, INC.
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All rights reserved. Contents provided herein must neither be distributed, copied, reproduced, edited or processed for any other purpose, nor otherwise transmitted, published or made available to a third party without KSB´s express written consent. Subject to technical modification without prior notice.
Consult your pump/unit drawings and Bill of Materials for details. If you need any additional information or instructions exceeding the scope of this manual or in case of damage, please contact your GIW / KSB representative.
MDX [en-US] Safety These operating instructions contain fundamental information that must be complied with during installation, operation and maintenance. Therefore this operating manual must be read and understood both by the installing personnel and the responsible trained personnel / operators prior to installation and commissioning, and it must always be kept close to the operating location of the machine / unit for easy access.
For sectional drawings and bills of material relating to your specific pump and equipment, locate an official copy of the documentation provided by GIW / KSB. This may be shipped separately from the pump and will include drawings and bills of material as attachments to this basic manual.
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MDX [en-US] Avoid the use of mounting aids as much as possible. Should a mounting aid be required, use a commercially available contact adhesive. The adhesive should only be applied at selected points (three to four spots) and in thin layers. Do not use cyanoacryiate adhesives (quick-setting adhesives).
Storage Requirements 3.2.1 Storage of New Pumps - Pumps under Warranty Consult your sales contract documents and/or your GIW / KSB representative for detailed instructions. Note that failure to follow proper storage procedures will void your warranty. 3.2.2 Pump Storage CAUTION ...
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MDX [en-US] Storage Upon Receipt and up to 3 Months: Pump should stored indoors and out of the weather until ready for installation. In construction environments where indoor storage is not available, store the pump on blocks or pallets, build a frame around it and cover with tarpaulin.
MDX [en-US] 3.2.3 Pump Parts Storage CAUTION For proper storage ensure: All machined surfaces must be coated with rust protector Grease and plug all drilled and threaded holes Check monthly for paint breakdown on casting Check monthly for visible sign of rust on machine surface ...
MDX [en-US] 3.2.4 Removal from Storage Remove rust from machined surfaces using a wire brush. Remove rust inhibitor from all machined surfaces prior to installation/assembly. Check the painted surfaces for any signs of corrosion or breaks in the coatings and touch-up as needed. ...
MDX [en-US] Recommended Lifting WARNING Actual safe lifting method will vary with pump configuration and type of lifting equipment Alternate Transport of the pump...
Imperial or Metric size. Crossover between Imperial and Metric tools or spare parts is generally not recommended. Contact your GIW / KSB representative for specific problems or questions. The MDX is a centrifugal pump for handling highly abrasive slurries for mill circuit applications. Applications include SAG (Semi- Autogenous Grinding) and ball mill discharge;...
MDX [en-US] Accessories Couplings, pulleys, belts, motor mounts and/or base plates may be provided. Refer to the bill-of-materials, data sheets and/or drawings for further information. Dimensions and Weights Dimensions and weights are listed on the pump installation plan.
HI/ANSI 9.6.2-2008 table 9.6.2.1.4a and API 610-2004, Table 4. Higher allowable loads may be possible depending on individual pump configuration and operating conditions. Contact your GIW / KSB Application Engineer for more information. NOTE: Discharge branch coordinate system always moves with the branch angle.
MDX [en-US] Installation at Site Safety Regulations WARNING Electrical equipment operated in hazardous locations must comply with the applicable explosion protection regulations. This is indicated on the motor rating plate. If the equipment is installed in hazardous locations, the applicable local explosion protection regulations and the regulations of the test certificate supplied with the equipment and issued by the responsible approval authorities must be observed and complied with.
MDX [en-US] CAUTION All components must be level during system operation unless special provisions for bearing lubrication and oil sealing have been made. After attaching the unit to the foundation and connecting the piping, the pump and drive train must be thoroughly checked and, if necessary, realigned. ...
MDX [en-US] Connecting the Piping WARNING Danger of life when toxic or hot media are handled. CAUTION Never use the pump itself as an anchorage point for the piping. Permissible forces and moments must not be exceeded (see to section 4.7). Refer to your drawing for spool piece recommendation to ease maintenance.
If the pump has been in long term storage (more than 3 months), ensure proper storage procedures were followed, including instructions for removing the pumps from storage (see contract documents and/or contact your GIW / KSB representative). Failure to follow proper storage procedures will void your warranty. See Section 3.2 "Storage Requirements".
Stuffing Box Commissioning Prior to commissioning, the gland packing supplied with the pump must be adjusted. Preformed packing rings sets from GIW / KSB are recommended. For alternate brands, refer to packing manufacturer’s instructions regarding installation and use. ...
MDX [en-US] If a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) or other controller is used, it is recommended to permanently disable REVERSE and BRAKE function during controller set up. 6.1.4 Cleaning the Plant Piping WARNING Cleaning operations for flushing and pickling service must be matched to the casing and seal materials used. Any chemicals or high temperatures used must be compatible with all pump parts.
Failure to do so may result in power overload, excessive vibration, overheating, and/or excessive corrosion or wear. If a data sheet is not available, contact your GIW / KSB representative. CAUTION Any make up water or outside water supply for the system must be installed so that the GIW pump will never be exposed to a pressure in excess of its maximum allowable operating pressure.
Failure to operate the seals within the above parameters may result in premature seal failure or oil leakage through the Duo- Cone seals. Any change in the operating conditions should be discussed with your GIW / KSB representative to establish if the...
MDX [en-US] Maintenance WARNING Refer to Section 2.9 "Assembly & Disassembly Safety" prior to working on the pump. Supervision of Operation WARNING Operational procedures which may cause system water hammer must be avoided. Sudden and catastrophic failure of pump casing and plates may result. ...
The wear of slurry pump parts is influenced by many factors and the following procedures are designed to help you get the most out of your wet end wear parts. If problems occur, contact your GIW / KSB representative for a review of your application.
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In the event problems are encountered, contact your GIW / KSB representative. The pump serial number, in addition to the following, should be furnished to assist in evaluation of the problem: Pump serial number (from the nameplate on the pedestal or bearing housing), customer location, and the approximate startup date.
GIW REGEN Service Centers remanufacture bearing assemblies and refurbish pumps. GIW will rebuild your assembly and return it to its original specifications using genuine OEM replacement parts. Contact your GIW / KSB Sales Representative for details. WARNING Refer to Section 2.9 "Assembly & Disassembly Safety" prior to working on the pump.
MDX [en-US] In Limited End Float (LEF) bearing assemblies the drive end radial bearing will be a single row taper roller bearing. These bearings are hot when installed and are press fitted to the shaft. It is difficult to remove them from the shaft undamaged, and they should be removed only if a bearing needs to be replaced.
MDX [en-US] The drive end radial bearing next to the thrust bearing should be mounted with its inner race in direct contact with the split ring (or split thrust collar). If it is a taper lock type, first position it on the shaft while loosely mounted on its adapter. The locknut should then be tightened until the internal bearing clearance as determined with a feeler gauge is equal to the actual un-mounted clearance minus the required decrease as specified in the chart above.
MDX [en-US] End Cover End Cover Fasteners Upper Housing Oil Fill Port Upper Housing Fasteners Lower Housing Adjustment Screw 8.3.3 Installing End Covers and Seals CAUTION Flinger and labyrinth seal clearances must be verified. Failure to do so may result in damage to the seals, overheating, and bearing damage.
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MDX [en-US] Mount the bearing housing adjustment nut with adjusting screw onto the bottom of the housing. When placing the bearing assembly onto the pedestal, ensure that the slotted tab on the pedestal fits into the slot of the adjusting screw. ...
MDX [en-US] Shaft Seal Mechanical Seal CAUTION Mechanical seals require safety checks prior to start-up such as removing seal assembly fixtures, checking axial alignment, checking torques etc. Refer to the mechanical seal operating manual for all required safety checks. Mechanical seals are precision devices which require special care for their proper operation.
The following provides an introduction to packing basics. Refer to your GIW Pump Maintenance Manual, GIW / KSB representative and/or packing supplier for further detail. The packing type must be compatible with your pumping application. This includes pressure, temperature, pH and solids content.
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MDX [en-US] Forward Flush and Throat Bushing stuffing boxes are generally pressure controlled, but flow control is an option. Seal water requirements listed in the table show potential flow with worn packing. Flow control may be achieved in different ways. A Positive Displacement pump that delivers the correct volume can be used with a safety or “pop-off”...
MDX [en-US] Wet End 10.1 Wet End Overview The pump casing is cast as a single piece and is made of a high-chrome white iron for hardness and abrasion and corrosion resistance. Custom materials are available for highly corrosive applications. All standard impellers are double shrouded multi-vane designs.
Impeller release rings could spring suddenly and injure nearby personnel. For large highly loaded pumps in corrosive environments, an IRR (impeller release ring) tool may be more effective. To order this tool, GIW part number 2009B, contact your GIW / KSB representative. ...
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MDX [en-US] Screw the two SHCS that come with the tool into the push off holes finger tight. Tighten the tab bolts with a wrench while pushing the tabs into the IRR grooves. Tighten the SHCS that hold the tool to the IRR. ...
MDX [en-US] 10.2.4 Impeller Break-Loose Device WARNING Impeller Break-Loose Device Energy can be released during disassembly of the tightened Impeller. Break loose devices, lifting devices and Impeller release rings could spring suddenly and injure nearby personnel. Rotate the impeller until the tip of one blade is facing the pump discharge. ...
MDX [en-US] 10.3.1 Mounting the Shaft Sleeve For Pumps with Impeller Release Ring WARNING The segmented release ring fasteners must be carefully inspected for damage or cracking and replaced if not in good condition. Bolts are made from high grade A286 stainless steel and replacement parts should be obtained from GIW to ensure quality.
MDX [en-US] For Pumps without Impeller Release Ring A light coat of anti-seize can be applied inside the shaft sleeve Do not allow anti-seize compound to come in contact with any of the axial faces of the shaft sleeve, including the impeller contacting face and the face in contact with the shaft shoulder.
MDX [en-US] 10.3.4 Impeller Installation Coat the shaft threads heavily with anti-seize compound. Do not coat the shaft sleeve faces which contact the impeller and the step in the shaft. Two 0.5mm (0.020 inch) aramid gaskets (400.10) are placed between the shaft sleeve and the impeller hub face to prevent galling and to ensure ease of impeller removal.
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MDX [en-US] Lay plate 16-1 onto liner making sure the rabbet fit is aligned. Install and tighten washers, gaskets and nuts (400.02, 550.02, 50-7.02, 543.02, 920.02, and 920.03/05) to studs using a cross torque technique (see sample sequence in figure below).
MDX [en-US] Apply general purpose lithium-based grease to the surface of the liner to be in contact with the gasket. Install Teflon lined snap ring gasket (40-2 or 40-2.01) over liner (13-19), Install gasket over greased surface of liner (13-19). ...
MDX [en-US] Hub Plate Snap Ring Gasket Hub Liner Pump Casing Protrustion Snap Ring Gasket Installation 10.3.7 Suction Liner Adjustment General Adjustment Instructions: To adjust the suction liner, the nuts (920.02, 920.03/05 and 920.04) must be loosened and the pushers will need to be turned to push the liner forward.
MDX [en-US] Distance per Full Turn of Distance per Full Turn of Bolt Size Bolt Size Adjustment Bolt Adjustment Bolt ENGLISH inch METRIC inch 3/4" – 10 NC 0.100 2.54 M20 – 2.5 0.098 2.50 1" – 8 NC 0.125 3.18 M24 –...
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MDX [en-US] Minimum Nose Gap Minimum Nose Limited End Gape for Shaft Size Conventional Urethane Liners Float inch inch inch 3 - 15/16 0.07 1.78 0.012 0.30 5 - 7/16 0.09 2.29 0.012 0.30 6 - 7/16 0.09 2.29 0.012 0.30 7 - 3/16 0.09...
MDX [en-US] Tooling 11.1 Torque Requirements Torque requirements listed below and in previous sections are for lubricated bolting. All bolts must be lubricated to ease in pump assembly and disassembly. Anti seize compound is preferred, but well oiled is also acceptable. Special Torque Requirements ...
The quantities of parts kept in store will depend upon the severity of the slurry duty and the number of units operating. Maintenance practices may also favor keeping fully built sub-assemblies or complete pumps on hand in some cases. Previous experience in similar duties often provides the best experience. If in doubt, contact your GIW / KSB representative for specific recommendations.
Adjustment may be needed to system design and/or excessive flowrate. pump operating conditions. ■ ■ Contact your GIW / KSB representative for further advice. Pump and piping are not completely vented or Vent and / or prime. ■ ■ ■...
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Check suction line friction loss calculations. Alter ■ ■ ■ ■ design if necessary. Contact your GIW / KSB representative for further advice. Density or viscosity of the fluid pumped is higher Adjustment may be needed to system design and/or ■...
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