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BLACKMER ABAQUE SERIES HOSE PUMPS INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MODELS: A10, AS10, A20, AS20 962481 Page 1 of 12 INSTRUCTIONS NO. 1101-A00 Section 1100 Effective September 2001 Replaces New TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY DATA ..........................................................1-2 TECHNICAL DATA ......................................................2 Pump Data ............................................................2 Hose Characteristics .............................................2 Hose Compression ................................................2 INSTALLATION............................................................3 Handling the Pump Assembly ...............................3 Electrical Power Supply.........................................3 General Installation ...............................................3 Piping ....................................................................3 Pump Location ......................................................3 Pumping Liquids with Solids..................................4 Extended Storage..................................................4 OPERATION ................................................................4 Operating Principle ................................................4 Pre-Start Up Check List .........................................4 Operating Precautions...........................................4 MAINTENANCE ...........................................................5 Maintenance Schedules ........................................5 Lubrication .......................................................5 Hose Cleaning & Replacement .......................5 Gasket Replacement .......................................5 Hose Removal .......................................................6 Hose Assembly .....................................................6 Pump Wheel ..........................................................8 Wheel Disassembly .........................................8 Wheel Assembly ..............................................8 PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING......................................9 PUMP ISOMETRIC .....................................................10 NOTICE: Blackmer hose pumps MUST only be installed in systems which have been designed by qualified engineering personnel. The system MUST conform to all applicable local and national regulations and safety standards. This manual is intended to assist in the installation and operation of the Blackmer hose pump, and MUST be kept with the pump. Blackmer hose pump service shall be performed by qualified technicians ONLY. Service shall conform to all applicable local and national regulations and safety standards. Thoroughly review this manual, all instructions and hazard warnings, BEFORE performing any work on the Blackmer hose pump. Maintain ALL system and Blackmer hose pump operation and hazard warning decals. SAFETY DATA This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. When you see this symbol on the product, or in the manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury, death or major property damage. Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury, death or major proper ty damage. Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury, death or major proper ty damage. Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury or proper ty damage. NOTICE: Indicates special instructions which are very impor tant and must be followed. NOTE: Numbers in parentheses following individual parts indicate reference numbers on the corresponding Blackmer Hose Pump Parts Lists. Discontinued: A15, AS15

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Page 1: Discontinued: A15, AS15€¦ · 1. Inspect piping and supports to ensure no piping loadsare being placed on the pump flanges. 2. Inspect complete piping system to ensure all valves

BBLLAACCKKMMEERR AABBAAQQUUEE SSEERRIIEESS HHOOSSEE PPUUMMPPSSINSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

MODELS: A10, AS10, A20, AS20

962481Page 1 of 12INSTRUCTIONS NO. 1101-A00Section 1100Effective September 2001Replaces New

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page

SAFETY DATA ..........................................................1-2

TECHNICAL DATA ......................................................2Pump Data ............................................................2Hose Characteristics .............................................2Hose Compression................................................2

INSTALLATION............................................................3Handling the Pump Assembly ...............................3Electrical Power Supply.........................................3General Installation ...............................................3Piping ....................................................................3Pump Location ......................................................3Pumping Liquids with Solids..................................4Extended Storage..................................................4

OPERATION ................................................................4Operating Principle................................................4Pre-Start Up Check List.........................................4Operating Precautions...........................................4

MAINTENANCE ...........................................................5Maintenance Schedules ........................................5

Lubrication .......................................................5Hose Cleaning & Replacement .......................5Gasket Replacement .......................................5

Hose Removal.......................................................6Hose Assembly .....................................................6Pump Wheel..........................................................8

Wheel Disassembly .........................................8Wheel Assembly..............................................8

PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING......................................9

PUMP ISOMETRIC .....................................................10

NOTICE:Blackmer hose pumps MUST only be installed insystems which have been designed by qualifiedengineering personnel. The system MUST conform toall applicable local and national regulations and safetystandards.

This manual is intended to assist in the installationand operation of the Blackmer hose pump, and MUSTbe kept with the pump.

Blackmer hose pump service shall be performed byqualified technicians ONLY. Service shall conform toall applicable local and national regulations and safetystandards.

Thoroughly review this manual, all instructions andhazard warnings, BEFORE performing any work onthe Blackmer hose pump.

Maintain ALL system and Blackmer hose pumpoperation and hazard warning decals.

SAFETY DATA

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.When you see this symbol on the product, or in the manual, look for

one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential forpersonal injury, death or major proper ty damage.

Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury, death or major proper ty damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury, death or major proper ty damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injuryor proper ty damage.

NOTICE:Indicates special instructions which are very

impor tant and must be followed.

NOTE: Numbers in parentheses following individual partsindicate reference numbers on the corresponding BlackmerHose Pump Parts Lists.

Discontinued: A15, AS15

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TECHNICAL DATA

SAFETY DATA

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FAILURE TO RELIEVE SYSTEMPRESSURE PRIOR TO PERFORMINGPUMP SERVICE OR MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY ORPROPERTY DAMAGE.Hazardous pressure

can cause personal injury orproperty damage.

IF PUMPING HAZARDOUS OR TOXICFLUIDS, SYSTEM MUST BE FLUSHEDAND DECONTAMINATED, INSIDE ANDOUT, PRIOR TO PERFORMINGMAINTENANCE.Hazardous or toxic

fluids can causeserious injury.

Hazardousmachinery cancause seriouspersonal injury.

OPERATION WITHOUT PROTECTIVEDEVICES IN PLACE (COVER, WINDOW,HOOD, FAN, COUPLING PROTECTION)CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY, MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGEOR DEATH.

FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ANDLOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWERBEFORE ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE SHOCK, BURNS ORDEATH.Hazardous voltage.

Can shock, burn or cause death.

WHEN PUMP IS RUNNING,DISCONNECTING ANY PART OF THELIQUID SYSTEM, PIPE, STRAINER,HOSE, NOZZLE, ETC. CAN CAUSESERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, DEATHOR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Hazardous pressurecan cause

personal injury orproperty damage.

HOSE COMPRESSIONA determining factor in hose life is correct compression.Pumps are factory adjusted to run at operating dischargepressures of up to 72.5 psi (5 bar) without damage to thehose.

HOSE CHARACTERISTICSPumping is carried out by repeated compression and releaseof a specially designed elastomeric hose. Under normaloperating conditions, the pumped fluid is in contact only withthe hose and the inserts and must be compatible with them.

Three grades of elastomeric hose are available:

NR - Natural RubberNBR - BunaEPDM - High Chemical Resistance

(Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer)

Maximum Operating Temperature 176oF (80oC)

Maximum Operating Pressure 72.5 psi (5 bar)

Hose Inserts Stainless Steel (Std.)PPH or PVDF (Opt.)

PUMP DATA This pumping principle is especially suited for abrasiveproducts. During the compression phase, the abrasiveparticles are pushed against the wall of the hose withoutdamaging it. The particles are then released back into thefluid after the pump shoe passes.

NOTE: The particle size MUST not exceed 15% of the hoseinner diameter.

ALL LUBRICANT SPILLS SHOULD BECLEANED PROPERLY TO PREVENTPERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.

Lubricant is slippery and cancause personal

injury.

ALWAYS USE A LIFTING DEVICECAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE FULLWEIGHT OF THE PUMP UNIT.

Heavy assembliescan cause personal

injury or propertydamage.

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INSTALLATIONNOTICE:

BLACKMER HOSE PUMPS MUST ONLY BE INSTALLED INSYSTEMS DESIGNED BY QUALIFIED ENGINEERINGPERSONNEL. SYSTEM DESIGN MUST CONFORM WITH ALLAPPLICABLE REGULATIONS AND CODES AND PROVIDEWARNING OF ALL SYSTEM HAZARDS.

HANDLING THE PUMP

Hazardous voltage.Can shock, burn or cause death.

Install, ground and wire to local andNational Electrical Code requirements.

Install an all-leg disconnect switch nearthe unit motor.

Disconnect and lockout electrical powerbefore installation or service.

Electrical supply MUST match motor nameplatespecifications.

Motors equipped with thermal protection automaticallydisconnect motor electrical circuit when overload exists.Motor can start unexpectedly and without warning.

ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY

GENERAL INSTALLATION1. Inspect piping and supports to ensure no piping loads are

being placed on the pump flanges.2. Inspect complete piping system to ensure all valves and

fittings are in their start up or operation positions.3. Ensure all electrical connections are correct and secure.4. Make sure that the inlet pressure is compatible with the

pump.

BEFORE PUMP START-UP, ALWAYSOPEN THE DISCHARGE VALVE ANDTHE INLET VALVE TO AVOIDOVERPRESSURE.

Hazardous pressurecan cause

personal injury orproperty damage.

PIPINGAn improperly designed piping system or improper unitinstallation WILL significantly reduce pump performance andlife. Blackmer recommends the following piping system layoutand unit installation.

1. The inlet pipe must be:a. as short as possible.b. the largest diameter possible.c. with as few connections and valves as possible (i.e.:

elbows, tees, etc.).d. with large radius curves whenever possible to minimize

head losses.2. The discharge pipe must be:

a. as short as possible.b. with as few connections and valves as possible (i.e.:

elbows, tees, etc.).c. with large radius curves whenever possible to minimize

head losses.

IF THERE IS A VALVE AT THEDISCHARGE END, PROVIDE ARELIEF VALVE OR A PRESSURECONTROLLER BEFORE IT.

Hazardous pressurecan cause

personal injury orproperty damage.

PUMP LOCATIONProvide adequate space around the pump for service andmaintenance. Also, provide adequate space in piping systemfor replacement of the hose. The distance between the pumpporting and the nearest obstacle should allow for removal ofthe hose. Refer to Figure 2 and the corresponding chart todetermine the proper distances.

Figure 2 - Pump Spacing

Min.“A”

Pump Model Minimum Distance - “A”

A10 510 mm (1.7 feet)

A15 510 mm (1.7 feet)

A20 755 mm (2.5 feet)

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Figure 1 -Lifting the pump

ALWAYS USE A LIFTING DEVICECAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE FULLWEIGHT OF THE PUMP UNIT.

Heavy assembliescan cause personal

injury or propertydamage.

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INSTALLATION

OPERATIONPRE-START UP CHECK LIST1. Prior to operating, make sure the pumped fluids are

compatible with the following: a. the peristaltic hose principle.b. the crushable hose.c. the lubricant.d. the inserts.e. the shoes.

2. Ensure the pump is compatible with the process.

3. Ensure the inlet pressure is compatible with the pump.

NOTICE:BEFORE PUMP START-UP, CHECK THE DIRECTION OFROTATION OF THE PUMP.

NOTICE:CONSULT THE "PUMP TROUBLESHOOTING" SECTION OF THIS MANUAL IF DIFFICULTIES DURING START UP AREEXPERIENCED.

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

PUMPING LIQUIDS WITH LARGEPERCENTAGE OF SOLIDSIf the fluid being pumped is loaded with particles, it isrecommended to make the upper port of the pump the inlet. Itwill be easier to remove the sediment formed by settling out ofparticles contained in the liquid. Restarting the pump will beeasier and resistance to the movement of the pump shoes willbe reduced. NOTE: The particle size MUST not exceed 15%of the hose inner diameter.

PUMP OPERATING AGAINST ACLOSED VALVE CAN CAUSESYSTEM COMPONENT FAILURE,PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTYDAMAGE.Hazardous pressure

can cause personal injury orproperty damage.

EXTENDED STORAGEIf the pump is to remain in storage for more than 3 months, itis recommended the hose be removed. If you do not removethe hose during storage, let the pump run for a minimum of 5minutes once a week.

NOTICE:THE WHEEL MUST ALWAYS BE POSITIONED WITH A SHOEVISIBLE THROUGH THE WINDOW OF THE PUMP AT SHUT OFF.

Hazardousmachinery cancause seriouspersonal injury.

OPERATION WITHOUT PROTECTIVEDEVICES IN PLACE (COVER, WINDOW,HOOD, FAN, COUPLING PROTECTION)CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY, MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGEOR DEATH.

OPERATING PRINCIPLEPumping is carried out by repeated compression and releaseof a specially designed elastomeric hose. Two shoes locatedat 180° on a central wheel tightly press the hose against thepump body. The wheel rotation causes the displacement of theproduct inside the hose. Therefore, the flow is pulsed. Thepump body is filled with a glycerin-based lubricant to ease thesliding of the shoes and to prevent overheating. See Figure 3.

Step A Step B

Step C Step D

If pump hose bursts, the following may occur:

1. The casing may fill up with the pumped fluids.

2. The pumped fluid under pressure may flow out through thevent.

3. If the pump is full of liquid (“loaded”), all fluid may drainfrom the inlet line.

4. If the discharge line is under pressure, it may exhaust intothe pump.

NOTICE:WHEN DRAINING THE PUMP CASING FOLLOWING AHOSE BURST USE CARE NOT TO CONTAMINATE THEPUMP LUBRICANT WITH THE PUMPED FLUID. IFNECESSARY, REPLACE THE CONTAMINATEDLUBRICANT WITH NEW LUBRICANT.

WARNING:NEVER WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING WHILE OPERATING PUMP.

HOSE IS UNDER PRESSURE DURINGOPERATION. A HOSE BURST CANCAUSE PERSONAL INJURY ORPROPERTY DAMAGE.

Hazardous pressurecan cause

personal injury orproperty damage.

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Figure 3 - Hose Pump Operating Principle

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MAINTENANCE

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FAILURE TO RELIEVE SYSTEMPRESSURE PRIOR TO PERFORMINGPUMP SERVICE OR MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY ORPROPERTY DAMAGE.Hazardous pressure

can cause personal injury orproperty damage.

Hazardous or toxicfluids can causeserious injury.

IF PUMPING HAZARDOUS OR TOXICFLUIDS SYSTEM MUST BE FLUSHEDAND DECONTAMINATED, INSIDE ANDOUT, PRIOR TO PERFORMINGMAINTENANCE.

Hazardousmachinery cancause seriouspersonal injury.

FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ANDLOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWERBEFORE ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY OR DEATH.

WHEN PUMP IS RUNNING,DISCONNECTING ANY PART OF THELIQUID SYSTEM, PIPE, STRAINER,HOSE, NOZZLE, ETC. CAN CAUSESERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, DEATHOR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Hazardous pressurecan cause

personal injury orproperty damage.

NOTICE:MAINTENANCE SHALL BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIEDTECHNICIANS ONLY, FOLLOWING THE APPROPRIATEPROCEDURES AND WARNINGS AS PRESENTED IN THISMANUAL.

FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ANDLOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWERBEFORE ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE SHOCK, BURNS ORDEATH.Hazardous voltage.

Can shock, burn or cause death.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

LubricationThe hose is lubricated with a special glycerin-based lubricant.To maintain proper hose life and durability always use genuineBlackmer lubricant.

It is recommended the lubricant be changed:

a. After each hose burst.b. Whenever the hose is being replaced during normal

preventative maintenance.c. After 2000 hours of operation.

Amount of lubricant required:

Pump Model Amount of Lubricant

A10 250 ml (0.5 pint)

A15 700 ml (1.5 pints)

A20 500 ml (1.0 pint) Gasket ReplacementThe following gaskets must be checked and replaced asnecessary:·

The shaft gaskets (26) must be checked whenever thehose is replaced.·

The cover gasket (10) must be checked whenever thecover is removed.

Hose Cleaning and ReplacementSome fluids pumped may require cleaning of the hose aftereach operation in order to avoid the hardening of the fluidinside the hose. The hose can be cleaned easily with water ora cleaning agent. Make sure that the cleaning agent iscompatible with the hose material and the fluid being pumped.

Under proper service and installation conditions, the servicelife of the hose may be up to 2000 hours. Depending upon theproduct pumped, operating pressure and speed, the hose mayneed more frequent replacement. Careful monitoring of thehose is recommended so that it can be replaced prior tofailure. For hose removal and replacement instructions see“Hose Removal” and “Hose Assembly” sections.

It is recommended to replace the hose as part of preventativemaintenance.The hose is lubricated with a special glycerin-based lubricant. To maintain proper hose life and durabilityalways use genuine Blackmer lubricant.

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MAINTENANCE

HOSE REMOVAL

NOTICE:WHEN CHANGING HOSE, WEAR SAFETY GLOVES ANDKEEP HANDS AWAY FROM INLET AND DISCHARGE.

NOTICE:IF HOSE IS STUCK ON THE INLET INSERT, LOCK OUTELECTRICAL POWER TO PUMPING UNIT AND CUT HOSEON INLET SIDE ALONG THE INSERT.

Hose Removal Procedure:

1. Close the inlet and discharge valves.

2. Drain the lubricant from the casing by removing the drainplug (11 or 23). Collect the lubricant in a pan. See Figure4.

NOTICE:Residual lubricant will remain in the pump. Use cautionwhen removing lower pump hose clamps and hose.

Hazardousmachinery cancause seriouspersonal injury.

FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ANDLOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWERBEFORE ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONALINJURY OR DEATH.

Hazardous or toxicfluids can causeserious injury.

IF PUMPING HAZARDOUS OR TOXICFLUIDS SYSTEM MUST BE FLUSHEDAND DECONTAMINATED, INSIDE ANDOUT, PRIOR TO PERFORMINGMAINTENANCE.

FAILURE TO DISCONNECT ANDLOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWERBEFORE ATTEMPTING MAINTENANCECAN CAUSE SHOCK, BURNS ORDEATH.Hazardous voltage.

Can shock, burn or cause death.

PUMP COVER IS HEAVY. WHENREMOVING COVER, ALWAYS USE APROPER LIFTING DEVICE CAPABLEOF SUPPORTING THE FULL WEIGHTOF THE COVER.

Heavy assembliescan cause personal

injury or propertydamage.

Figure 4 - Draining the lubricant

3. Disconnect the pump inlet and discharge piping from thepiping system. See Figure 5.

Inlet side: a. Remove snap ring (24) from

hose insert (12).b. Remove flange bracket

screws (48) and washers(49). Remove flangebracket (18).

c. Loosen hose clamp (9) andremove hose insert (12).

Discharge side: a. Remove snap ring (24) from hose insert (12).b. Remove flange bracket screws (48) and washers (49).

Remove flange bracket (18).

Figure 5

THE HOSE MAY COME OUT WITHGREAT FORCE. DO NOT ALLOWANYONE TO STAND IN FRONT OFTHE PUMP OPENINGS DURINGHOSE REMOVAL.Hazardous machinery

can cause severepersonal injury orproperty damage.

4. Energize unit and jog the pump until the hose comes outthrough the discharge side of the pump.

5. Once hose is out of pump, remove hose clamp (9) andinsert (12) on the discharge side of pump.

HOSE ASSEMBLY1. Support pump cover with proper l i ft ing equipment.

Remove cover bolts (33) and washers (34). Use liftingequipment to remove cover (2).

PUMP COVER IS HEAVY. WHENREMOVING COVER, ALWAYS USE APROPER LIFTING DEVICECAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THEFULL WEIGHT OF THE COVER.Heavy assemblies

can cause personalinjury or property

damage.

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MAINTENANCE

2. Clean the pump casing (1) and cover (2) with water or acleaning fluid compatible with the pump materials.

NOTICE:Make sure all internal pumping surfaces are clean. Dry all non-painted pump surfaces and coat with pumplubricant.

3. Lubricate all internal parts of the casing with the pumplubricant.

4. Secure the pump cover (2) to the pump casing (1) with allnecessary bolts (33) and washers (34).

WARNING:NEVER INSERT HOSE OR OPERATE PUMP WITHOUTCOVER PROPERLY ATTACHED TO THE PUMPCASING.

5. Slide the hose boot (6) onto thedischarge side of the pumpcasing (1). Ensure clamps (7)and (9) are in place.

6. Tighten clamp (7) around theboot to hold it to the pumpcasing. NOTE: To ensure thehose slides freely through theboot DO NOT TIGHTEN clamp(9). See Figure 6.

Figure 6

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7. Install discharge flange bracket (18) with flange screwsand washers (48 & 49).

8. Coat the outside of the hose (16) with lubricant (14).

9. Insert the free end of the hose (16) into the inlet side of thepump casing (1).

10.Jog the motor to draw the hose into the pump. Bring thehose close to the discharge flange bracket (18), leavingenough room to slide the hose clamp (9) over the hose.

11. Jog the motor again to bring the hose up to the dischargeflange bracket face.

Hazardousmachinery cancause seriouspersonal injury.

DO NOT USE YOUR HANDSTO GUIDE THE HOSE INTOTHE PUMP.

AVOID STANDING IN LINE WITH THEPUMP HOSE SO YOU WILL NOT BEPULLED IN OR HIT WITH THE HOSEDURING INSTALLATION.

Hazardous machinerycan cause severepersonal injury orproperty damage.

12.Coat the outside of one of theinserts (12) with lubricant.

13. Install the insert (12) into thedischarge side of the hosethrough the flange bracket(18) opening until it is flushwith the flange bracket face.See Figure 7A & 7B. Figure 7A

Figure 7B - Hose Assembly

14. Insert snap ring (24) on hose discharge insert (12).Tighten the hose clamp (9) firmly around the hose on thedischarge side.

15.Slide hose boot (6) on to the inlet side of the pump casing .16.Ensure the clamps (7) and (9) are in place. Tighten clamp

(7) around boot to hold it to the casing. NOTE: Clamp (9)MUST NOT be tightened to ensure that the insert slidesinto the hose.

17.Install inlet flange bracket (18) with flange screws (48) andwashers (49).

18.Coat the outside of the remaining insert (12) with lubricant.Put the insert through the opening of the inlet flangebracket (18).

19.Push the insert (12) into the hose (16) until the insert is upto the snap ring groove.

20. Install snap ring (24) on inlet insert (12)21. If the motor direction of rotation can be reversed, jog the

motor to bring the discharge insert (12) tightly against thedischarge flange bracket face (18). Check that the insert isstill flush against the face of the inlet flange bracket. If it isnot, push the insert into the hose so that is flush with theface of the insert snap ring groove.

If the motor can not be reversed, ensure that the inlet anddischarge inserts (12) are firmly against the faces of theflanges brackets (18).

22.Tighten the hose clamp (9) firmly around the hose on theinlet side.

23.Remove the pump plug (11 or 23). Fill the pump with thespecified amount of lubricant for the model being used.Refer to “Lubrication” in the Maintenance Section of thismanual. NOTE: Fluid level should be slightly below thepump axis.

NOTICE:USE CAUTION AND WEAR PROPER CLOTHING WHENHANDLING PUMP LUBRICANT.

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BEFORE START UP ENSURE THATTHE INLET AND DISCHARGEVALVES ARE OPEN.

Hazardous pressurecan cause

personal injury orproperty damage.

PUMP WHEELPump wheel (3) removal and reassembly is required when anyof the following pump maintenance is performed:

a. Seal replacement.b. General pump overhaul.c. Gear motor, gearbox or bearing shaft removal or

replacement.To disassemble the wheel (3), the pump hose must first beremoved. Follow the instructions outlined under “HoseRemoval.”

Wheel Disassembly1. Remove the bolts from the wheel hub (19) (Figure 8).

2. To aid in wheel disassembly, screw three of the bolts fromthe hub into the tapped holes of the hub (19).

3. Using a proper lifting device, remove the wheel (3) bysliding it off the shaft.

MAINTENANCE

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24.Reinstall the pump plug (11 or 23).25.Run the pump to check that it is operating smoothly.

USE PROPER LIFTING DEVICECAPABLE OF SUPPORTING THE FULLWEIGHT OF THE PUMP WHEEL.

Heavy assembliescan cause personal

injury or propertydamage.

Figure 8 - Wheel Assembly

Wheel Assembly1. Check the shaft seal (26). Replace if necessary.

2. Check the condition of the reducer shaft key. Replace ifnecessary.

3. Insert the hub assembly (19) into the center of wheel.NOTE: DO NOT tighten bolts to allow wheel assembly toslide freely on the shaft.

4. Using proper lifting equipment, slide the wheel (3) with itshub (19) assembly onto the reducer shaft.

5. Align the wheel (3) in the pump casing (1) as shown inFigure 9 and the corresponding chart.

6. Gradually tighten the hub bolts making sure the wheelremains aligned.

Figure 9 - Wheel Alignment

Pump Model Alignment Dimension - “L”A10 39 mm (1.54 inches)A15 50 mm (1.97 inches)

A20 50 mm (1.97 inches)

19

326

L

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Pump Not Working Defective power supply Check electrical connections:- Presence of all 3 phases- Connectors are appropriate for line voltage (star/triangle).- If applicable, check the characteristics of the variable

frequency motor (starting torque, power available).

During an extended shutdown period, one of Remove the hose and reassemble (see “Hose Removal”).the shoes may have remained out of lubricant. DO NOT force the pump to start - if the motor has excessiveIf shoe is no longer lubricated, there will be power, there is strong risk of damaging the hose or reducer.an increased starting resistance.

Some sediments or foreign matter may remain Reverse direction of rotation of the pump or remove the hose.in the hose, thus jamming the pump.

Low Flowrate The inlet or discharge valve is partially closed. Open inlet or discharge valve fully.

Air leaks in the inlet piping. Check inlet piping for leaks.

The product pumped is too viscous. Check inlet line (see “Piping”). Install a Blackmer vacuum High head loss at inlet. assist system.

Pump Hose is damaged. Replace pump hose. Refer to “Hose Removal & Assembly.”

Lubricant The lubricant is not adequate. Drain pump casing. Use only Blackmer recommendedTemperature too High lubricant. Refer to “Lubrication” section.

The lubricant is dirty or old. Drain pump body and replace with new lubricant.

The lubricant level is too low. Add lubricant. Refer to “Lubrication” section for proper amount.

Temperature of fluid pumped is too high. Check the maximum allowable temperature of the fluids pumped with the materials of the pump hose.

The pump speed is too high. Reduce pump speed.

Service Life of Hose The Lubricant is not adequate. Drain pump body. Use only Blackmer recommendedis too Short lubricant. Refer to “Lubrication” section.

Chemical incompatibility between hose Check the chemical compatibility of hose and fluid pumped.and the fluid being pumped. Replace hose with proper compatibility.

The temperature of fluid pumped is too high. Check maximum allowable temperature of pump hose.

The discharge pressure is too high. Check maximum allowable discharge pressure of pump. Minimize the head losses at discharge.

The speed of the pump is too high. Reduce pump speed.

Hose is Being Driven Not enough lubricant. Check level of lubricant and adjust as required (“Lubrication”).into Pump Casingon the Inlet Side Foreign matter or fluid sediments in hose. Reverse the direction of pump rotation (inlet side up).

PUMP TROUBLESHOOTINGNOTICE:

MAINTENANCE SHALL BE PERFORMED BY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ONLY, FOLLOWINGTHE APPROPRIATE PROCEDURES AND WARNINGS AS PRESENTED IN THIS MANUAL.

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PUMP ISOMETRIC

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NOTES

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Sliding Vane Pumps: 5 to 2200 GPM

Refined Fuels, Liquefied Gases, Process, Transport, Marine

System One Centrifugal Pumps

10 to 7500 GPM Process, Marine

C-Series Eccentric Disc Pumps 1 to 150 GPM

Shear Sensitive, Food, Process

Abaque Peristaltic Hose Pumps

0.5 to 220 GPM High Lift, Solids, Abrasives

Rotary Vane and Screw Compressors

Dry Bulk Unloading

Reciprocating Gas Compressors

Liquefied Gas Transfer, Boosting, Vapor Recovery

Hydraulic Coolers

Complete Packages

Magnetic Drive Pumps

Iron and Stainless, 14 to 333 GPM

Hand Operated Pumps

Dispensing, Transfer, In-line

Accessories

Gear Reducers, Bypass Valves, Strainers

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