Priming………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Operations and Maintenance………………………………………………………………………………8 Maintenance Schedule………………………………………………………………………………………..9 Storage Procedures……………………………………………………………………………………………..9 Torque Check………………………………………………………………………………………………………10 MP Series Parts List…………………………………………………………….……………………………….11 MP Cross Section Drawing…….………………………………...………………………………………….12 Disassembly of Wetted End…………………………………………………………………………………13 Disassembly of the Outer Magnet and the Motor……………………………………………….15 Assembly of Wetted End……………………………………………………………………………………..16 Assembly of the Outer Magnet and the Motor……………………………………………………18 Final Assembly…………………………………………………………………………………………………….19...
C. Check to see if the nozzle protectors are intact as furnished by MAGNATEX Pumps. If not intact, check for foreign objects that may have found their way into the pump casing through the flange openings.
The discharge valve is at the pump discharge to regulate flow and isolate the pump for servicing. A pressure gauge should also be installed as close as possible to the discharge nozzle between the pump and the discharge valve. Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
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(assuming constant demand to the system). G. MAGNATEX pumps, although very rugged, are not designed to handle pipe stress. The resulting forces and moments can result in possible damage to the pump. Piping must be anchored and supported as close as possible to, but independent from the pump.
WARNING NEVER RUN THE PUMP DRY B. Close the discharge valve to 1/4 open. C. Start the motor and immediately check the discharge pressure gauge. The pressure Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
E. Once the pump is fully primed and the discharge pressure is satisfactory, slowly open the discharge valve until the desired operation point is reached. Stop the pump immediately if you hear any unusual noises or vibration and call MAGNATEX PUMPS at 1-866-624-7867.
As shipped, the pumps are suitable for short term storage only, up to 3 months. If long term storage is necessary before the pump is put into operation, contact your local representative or MAGNATEX PUMPS, for long term storage recommendations. For maximum protection, cover the pump with plastic or another protective material. Motors should be rotated by hand every three (3) months.
MP SERIES PARTS LIST Part Material Qty. Remark Set screw Steel M8 x 8L Hex socket head cap screw 304SS (casing) (64) Flange bolts (hex head bolt) 304SS M10 (MPH, ML ONLY) Frame adapter Cast Iron Magnet RARE EARTH Magnet coupling (outer)
BE CAREFUL TO AVOID TRAPPING YOUR to keep the inner and outer FINGERS BETWEEN THE IMPELLER AND REAR magnets together, so be CASING ASSEMBLY AND THE FRAME careful to keep your fingers ADAPTER. from getting trapped. Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
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(Item 5) [Fig. 6]. Figure 6 8. Remove the bushing (Item 42) from the casing cover (Item 3). The bushing pin (Item 17) may become loose during disassembly. Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
(Item 50) to the motor [Fig. 9]. Remove the frame adapter. Figure 9 2. Loosen the outer magnet set screw (Item 76), and pull the outer magnet (Item 48) off the motor shaft. [Fig. 10]. Figure 10 Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
4. Check if bushing pin (Item 17) is securely in place in the rear bearing holder in bottom of the rear casing (Item 4). A center punch may be used to prevent loosening [Fig. 14]. Figure 14 Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
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7. Bolt the casing cover (Item 3) onto the rear casing (Item 4) using the four hex socket head cap screws (Item 8). Tighten evenly to avoid binding [Fig. 17]. (See Torque table Page 20). Figure 17 Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
(Item 76) [Fig. 19]. (See Torque table Page 20). Make sure that the end of the motor shaft is flush with the bottom of Figure 19 the outer magnet assembly. Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
4) are in line with each other and are directly opposite the pump base. Bolt the frame adapter to the motor flange with the four hex head cap screws (Item 64). (See Torque table Page 20). Figure 22 Copyright 2020 Magnatex Pumps Inc.
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