305M and 255J
305M and 255J
305M and 255J
2500-0001
1 597 2500 GB 11.2015
www.sulzer.com
GB 2500-J
Installation and Operating Instructions
XFP-PE4-6 | AFLX-PE4-6 | VUPX-PE4-6
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Table of contents
1 General.................................................................................................................................................. 35
1.1 Correct usage of the products ............................................................................................................... 35
1.2 Application areas for the series XFP...................................................................................................... 36
1.3 Application areas for the series AFLX.................................................................................................... 36
1.4 Application areas for the series VUPX................................................................................................... 37
1.5 Technical data........................................................................................................................................ 37
1.6 Nameplate.............................................................................................................................................. 38
2 Safety.................................................................................................................................................... 38
3 Transport and storage......................................................................................................................... 39
3.1 Transport securing devices.................................................................................................................... 39
3.2 Storage of the units................................................................................................................................ 39
4 Monitoring system............................................................................................................................... 40
4.1 Motor monitoring system........................................................................................................................ 40
4.2 DI-Electrode........................................................................................................................................... 40
4.3 Temperature monitoring of the stator..................................................................................................... 40
4.4 Temperature monitoring of the bearings (Option).................................................................................. 40
4.5 Temperature densor indication............................................................................................................... 40
4.5.1 Temperature sensor bimetall.................................................................................................................. 41
4.5.2 Temperature sensor PTC....................................................................................................................... 41
4.5.3 Temperature sensor PT 100................................................................................................................... 41
4.6 Operation with frequency inverters........................................................................................................ 42
5 Installation............................................................................................................................................ 42
5.1 Installation of the XFP submersible sewage pumps.............................................................................. 42
5.1.1 Installation options for the XFP submersible sewage pumps................................................................. 42
5.1.2 HD- pedestal fitting of O-ring and guide piece....................................................................................... 44
5.1.3 Tightening torque................................................................................................................................... 44
5.1.4 Fitting position of the Nord-Lock® securing washers.............................................................................. 44
5.2 Installation of the AFLX and VUPX submersible pumps........................................................................ 45
5.2.1 Installations examples with AFLX and VUPX submersible pumps......................................................... 45
5.3 Electrical connection.............................................................................................................................. 47
5.3.1 Lead designations ................................................................................................................................. 48
5.4 Checking direction of rotation................................................................................................................. 48
5.5 Connection of the control circuit leads................................................................................................... 48
5.6 Connection of the seal monitoring unit to the control panel................................................................... 49
6 Commissioning.................................................................................................................................... 49
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7 Maintenance......................................................................................................................................... 50
7.1 Coolant filling.......................................................................................................................................... 51
7.1.1 Coolant filling / Oil filling XFP................................................................................................................. 51
7.1.2 Coolant filling / Oil filling VUPX / AFLX.................................................................................................. 52
7.1.3 Reference values for antifreeze behaviour............................................................................................ 54
7.1.4 Coolant filling quantities......................................................................................................................... 54
7.2 Removal of the submersible sewage pump .......................................................................................... 56
7.2.1 Removal of the XFP submersible sewage pump from a wet sump........................................................ 56
7.2.2 Removal of the XFP submersible sewage pump when dry installed..................................................... 57
7.2.3 Removal of the AFLX and VUPX submersible pump ............................................................................ 57
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1 General
These Installation and Operating Instructions and the separate booklet Safety Hints contain basic instruc-
tions and safety hints which must be observed during transport, installation and commissioning. For this reason
it is essential that they are read by the installing technician as well as by relevant skilled operators or users.
They should also be always available where the unit is installed.
m
Safety Instructions which might cause danger to life in case of non-observance have been specifically
highlighted with the general danger symbol.
c
The presence of a dangerous voltage is identified with this safety symbol.
g
This symbol indicates the danger of an explosion occurring.
ATTENTION Appears at safety hints, the non-observance of which could damage the unit or affect
its functioning.
A special version with temperature limiter in the winding = 160 °C/320 °F (bimetallic, temperature sensor (PTC)
as an option or PT100) is also available. This version is only available without explosion-proof or NEC 500 ap-
proval with isolation class H (160) components.
For both versions an EMV-execution is available as an option.
ATTENTION Repair work on explosion-proof motors may only be carried out in authorized work-
shops by qualified personnel using original parts supplied by the manufacturer.
Otherwise the ex-approvals are no longer valid. All Ex-relevant components and
dimensions can be found in the modular workshop manual and the spare parts list.
ATTENTION After repair work in not authorized workshops by not qualified personnel the ex-ap-
provals are no longer valid. After such repair the unit must not be operated in hazar-
dous areas. The ex-nameplate (see figure 2, 3) has to be removed.
ATTENTION All regulations and guidelines, which may vary from country to country must be fol-
lowed without exception.
Limitations: Fluid temperature maximum 40 °C (104 °F)
Immersion depth maximum 20 m (65 ft)
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In hazardous areas care must be taken that during switching on and operation of the pumps the pump section
is filled with water (dry installation) or alternatively is submerged or under water (wet installation with cooling
jacket. Other types of operation e.g. snore operation or dry running are not allowed!
For the operation of explosion-proof submersible pumps in wet-well installation without cooling jacket
applies:
It must be ensured that the motor of the ex-submersible pump is always fully submerged during start-up and
operation!
For the operation of explosion-proof submersible pumps applies:
The temperature monitoring of the explosion-proof submersible pumps has to be carried out by bimetallic
temperature limiters or thermistors according to DIN 44 081-150 connected to a suitable release device which
is certified in accordance with EC directive 94/9/EC.
For the operation of explosion-proof submersible pumps with frequency inverter in hazardous areas
(ATEX Zone 1 and 2) applies:
Motors must have direct thermal protection devices fitted. These consist of temperature sensors (PTC DIN
44081 -150) embedded in the windings. These must be connected to a suitable release device which is certified
in accordance with EC directive 94/9/EC.
Machines designated as Ex machines may never, without exception, be operated using a mains frequency that
is greater than the maximum of 50 or 60 Hz as indicated on the nameplate.
Operation with frequency inverters
• Clear and wastewater, for sewage containing solids and fibrous material
• Faecal matter
• Sludge
• Fresh and process water pumping
• Raw water for drinking water supply
• Surface and rain water
• Sewage
1.3 Application areas for the series AFLX
The mixed flow column pump type ABS AFLX series have been developed for environmental protection, water
supply, municipal sewage treatment and dewatering of polders.
They are suitable for the following liquids:
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HINT The resp. dimension drawings can be found in downloads „dimension drawing“ by
the following link: www.sulzer.com.
The maximum noise level of the units of this series is ≤ 70 dB(A).
The weights in the dimension sheets refer to a cable length of 10 m. In the case of cable lengths exceeding
10 m, the additional weight must be determined using the following table and added.
Cable type Weight Kabelart Weight kg/m Weight kg/m Cable type Weight Weight
kg/m TECWATER OZOFLEX (PLUS) kg/m lb/1000ft
S1BN8-F H07RN8-F
3x50 +3G25/3 2,6 4 G 120 5,9 6,7 AWG 4/0-3 6,1 4095
3x70 +3G35/3 3,6
3x95 +3G50/3 4,7 4 G 1,5 0,2 0,17 AWG 1/0 0,7 480
3x120 + 3G70/3 6 8 G 1,5 0,3 0,45 AWG 2/0 0,8 558
3x150 + 3G70/3 7,1 10 G 1,5 0,4 0,47 AWG 3/0 1,1 742
3x185 +3G95/3 8,8 12 G 1,5 0,5 0,48 AWG 4/0 1,3 872
3x240 +3G120/3 11
DLO
3x300 +3G150/3 13,5 1x150 1,6 1,8 262 MCM 1,6 1068
1x185 2 2,2 313 MCM 1,9 1258
1x185 2,2 1x300 3,2 3,4 373 MCM 2,2 1462
1x240 2,7 1x400 4,1 444 MCM 2,6 1726
1x300 3,4 535 MCM 3,1 2047
646 MCM 3,6 2416
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1.6 Nameplate
We recommend that you record the data from the original nameplate Figure 1 so that you can refer to the data
at any time.
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1
Type 2 5
PN 3 SN 4 6
UN 7 V 3~ max. 8 IN 9 A 10 Hz
P 1N 11 P 2N 12 n 13 Ø 14
TA max. 15 °C Nema Code 16 Hmin. 17
DN 18 Q 19 H 20 Hmax . 21
Weight 22 IP68
Motor Eff. Cl . 23 24
Legend
1 Address 13 Rotation speed [flexible unit]
2 Type designation 14 Impeller/Propeller ø [flexible unit]
3 Art. no. 15 Max. ambient temperature [flexible unit]
4 Serial number 16 Nema Code Letter (only at 60 Hz, e.g., H)
5 Order number 17 Min. pumping height [flexible unit]
6 Year of manufacture [month/year] 18 Nominal width [flexible unit]
7 Nominal voltage 19 Pumping quantity [flexible unit]
8 Max. immersion depth [flexible unit] 20 Pumping height [flexible unit]
9 Nominal current 21 Max. pumping height [flexible height]
10 Frequency 22 Weight (without attached parts) [flexible unit]
11 Power (consumption) [flexible unit] 23 Motor efficiency class
12 Power (output) [flexible unit] 24 Motor shaft direction of rotation
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2 Safety
The general and specific health and safety hints are described in detail in the separate booklet Safety Hints. If
anything is not clear or you have any questions as to safety make certain to contact the manufacturer Sulzer.
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ATTENTION In the case of pumps set up vertically, sealing plugs are mounted for protecting
the thread holes instead of swivel ring bolt. These seals may only be replaced by a
swivel ring bolt for maintenance work but must be screwed on again before startup!
0838-0005
0838-0004
Figure 4 Transport in a horizontal manner XFP Figure 5 Transport in a horizontal manner AFLX/VUPX
ATTENTION α max. ≤ 45°. The angle α between the centre line of the unit and the lifting tools
should not exceed 45°.
ATTENTION These protective covers only provide protection against water spray or similar and
are not a water tight seal. The ends of the cables should not be immersed in water,
otherwise moisture could enter the connection chamber of the motor.
NOTE If there is a possibility of water ingress then the cables should be secured so that the
ends are above the maximum possible flood level.
ATTENTION Take care not to damage the cable or its insulation when doing this!
In order to avoid damage to the pump shaft or the bearings during horizontal transport, the shaft is clamped in
an axial direction when leaving the works.
ATTENTION The motor shaft transport lock must be removed before startup!
ATTENTION The Sulzer products must be protected from weather influences such as UV from
direct sunlight, high humidity, aggressive dust emissions, mechanical damage,
frost etc. The Sulzer original packaging with the relevant transport securing devices
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(where used) ensures optimum protection of the unit. If the units are exposed to
temperatures under 0 °C/32 °F check that there is no water in the hydraulics, coo-
ling system, or other spaces. In the case of heavy frosts, the units and cable should
not be moved if possible. When storing under extreme conditions, e.g. in tropical or
desert conditions suitable additional protective steps should be taken. We would be
glad to advise you further
NOTE The Sulzer units normally require no maintenance during storage. During longer
storage times, (after approx. one year) the transport locks on the motor shaft (not all
versions) must be dismantled. Coolant is applied to the sealing surfaces by manually
turning the shaft several times (also for the purpose of cooling or lubricating so that
trouble-free function of the sliding ring seal is ensured. No maintenance is required
when storing the motor shaft.
4 Monitoring system
4.2 DI-Electrode
The DI-electrodes carry out the seal monitoring function and signal the ingress of moisture into the motor by
means of a special electronic device. Connection see chapter 5.6
0562-0017
Resistance Application Option
Function Temperature switch using the bime-
tallic principle, which opens at a rated
temperature
Switching Taking care not to exceed the allowa-
ble switching current, these can be
Temperature fitted directly into the control circuit
ATTENTION The maximum switching ability of the thermal sensors is 5 A, the rated voltage 250 V.
Explosion-proof motors which are connected to static frequency inverters must be
fitted with thermistors. Activation must be by means of a thermistor protective relay
device with PTB-Approval number.
Resistance
Function Function temperature dependent
resistance (no switch). The linear curve
allows continuous measurement and
indication of the temperature
Switching Cannot be installed direct into the
Temperature control circuit. Evaluation of the signal
must be carried out by suitable electro-
nic equipment
Figure 8 Curve showing principle of operation of PT 100
ATTENTION Thermistors or PT 100 devices must never be directly connected into the control or
power system. They must always be connected to a suitable evaluation device.
The thermal monitoring circuit must be wired into the motor contactors in such a manner that a manual reset is
required.
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0562-0012
UN[V]
660
460
400
380
Wet installation:
NOTE The dimensional sheets and foundation plans for each type of installation are sup-
plied either with the planning documents or your order confirmation.
4 2 3 5 6 1 7 10 9 8
0562-0020
13
11
12
14 15
18
17
16 16
Legend
1 Venting 10 Guide tube
2 Valve chamber 11 Discharge line
3 Shut-off valve 12 Inflow chamber with impact wall
4 Outflow line 13 Inflow line
5 Non-return valve 14 Sulzer submersible sewage pump
6 Fitting for valve removal 15 Automatic level control
7 Cable duct 16 Concrete benching
8 Bracket for float switches 17 Pedestal
9 Collection sump 18 Bracket
ATTENTION The power cables should be handled carefully during installation and removal of
the pumps in order to avoid damage to the insulation. When raising the submersible
pump out of the concrete sump or the steel discharge pipe with the hoist ensure that
the connection cables are lifted out simultaneously as the pump itself is being raised.
• Fit a hoist to the submersible sewage pump.
• The Sulzer submersible sewage pump is suspended on the guide tube by means of the pedestal bracket on
the pressure connection and carefully lowered vertically, or at a slight inclination (max. 3°). It couples automa-
tically at the pedestal and seals the pressure connection at the pedestal leak-tight by means of its own weight
and a seal.
Dry sump installation:
• Fit a hoist to the submersible pump.
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• With the aid of the hoist place the submersible pump carefully into the prepared mounting frame and fasten.
• Mount suction and pressure nozzles on the pump housing.
• If required, fit the vent line to the volute.
• Open the gate valves on the suction and discharge side.
5.1.2 HD- pedestal fitting of O-ring and guide piece
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Care, ensure that adhesive does not come into contact with skin or eyes! Wear goggle and gloves!
The groove of the guide piece and O-ring must be clean and free of grease. The instant adhesive LOCTITE
type 454 (supplied with the unit) is spread evenly on the base of the groove in the bracket (11/1) and the O-ring
inserted immediately.
0562-0027
Legend
1
1 Bracket (is fitted to the pump)
2 2 Screws (2 off)
3 Guide piece
3 4 O-ring
5 Pedestal
4 LOCTITE 454
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Type of hydraulics Clean water Runoff water, river water, used water, rain water,
pre-screened liquid, recirculation
Bar spacing in mm Bar spacing in mm
AFLX 0600/0700 ≤ 40 ≤ 20
AFLX 0800 ≤ 60 ≤ 30
AFLX 1200 ≤ 100 ≤ 50
If larger bar spacings are required, please contact Sulzer
A rake must be attached to the inlet of the VUPX submersible propeller pump. The maximum bar spacing
depends on the type of hydraulics fitted to the pump and can be obtained from the table below.
Type of hydraulics Clean water Runoff water, river water, pre-screened liquid,
used water, rain water recirculation
Bar spacing in mm Bar spacing in mm Bar spacing in mm
VUPX 0400 ≤ 30 ≤ 25 ≤6
VUPX 0500 ≤ 40
VUPX 0600 ≤ 50
VUPX 0800 ≤ 60
VUPX 1000 ≤ 80
VUPX 1200 ≤ 80
If larger bar spacings are required, please contact Sulzer
ATTENTION When setting the switching off level the minimum cover as given in the installation
documents must be adhered to.
0562-0029
3
2
4
4
6 6
Figure 13a AFLX/VUPX in a steel discharge pipe Figure 13b AFLX/VUPX in a concrete sump
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Legend
1 Tank cover 5 Coupling ring
2 Discharge pipe (riser pipe) 6 Minimum water level (see installation drawings)
3 Concrete sump 7 Connection cable
4 AFLX/VUPX submersible pump 8 Cable support (for fixing the power cable)
ATTENTION The power cables should be handled carefully during installation and removal of the
pumps in order to avoid damage to the insulation.
• Fit a hoist to the submersible pump.
The coupling ring required for installation of the AFLX/VUPX submersible pump must already be installed as
shown in Figure 12 and 13. Before installation of the pump a suitable support (hook) for the chain, as well as an
opening and suspension (cable sock) for the cable must be provided in the sump or riser pipe.
Before or during the installation the motor connection cables should be fitted on site with suitable strain relief
(e.g. cable socks). Particular care should be taken that the cable insulation is not crushed or damaged by the
weight of the hanging cable especially in the area of the cable inlet.
ATTENTION When raising the submersible pump out of the concrete sump or the steel discharge
pipe with the hoist ensure that the connection cables are lifted out simultaneously as
the pump itself is being raised.
Lowering of the AFLX and VUPX submersible pump into the coupling ring
ATTENTION Before lowering the pump a direction of rotation check should be carried out.
• Draw the cable hose over the end of the connection cable.
2500-0009
2500-0010
ATTENTION The steel riser pipe, or concrete sump must be cleaned thoroughly (builder‘s rubble,
etc.). To optimise the inflow and to reduce the noise level it is important that one pair
of fins of the suction pipe are in line with the main flow direction of the inflow cham-
ber. This must be observed when fitting the pump into a sump or into a steel dischar-
ge pipe.
• Use lifting equipment to slowly lower the submersible mixed flow column/propeller pump into the shaft up to
the coupling ring; feed in the motor connecting cable at the same time. The submersible mixed flow column/
propeller pump centres itself automatically and leakage free in the coupling ring.
• Attach the lifting chain to the hook provided so that it cannot strike either the pump cable or the sump wall.
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• Tension the pump cable and fasten to the hook provided with the aid of the cable sock. Where a steel pressu-
re pipe is used the connection cable should be brought through the connection cable inlet and sealed off in a
watertight manner.
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The connection cable should only be tightened sufficiently so that no tension acts at the cable inlet in
the head of the pump. The connection cable should not strike the chain or the sump wall.
0838-0006
0838-0007
Cable 1
PE
Cable 1
U1
PE PE = G
U2 U1
V1 GC = ground check
GC Cable 2
V2 V1
W1
W2 W1 Cable 3 U1 10
M3 ~ U2 U1
PE
PE V1 11
V2 V1
10
W2
W1 22
11 W2 W1
U2
M3 ~
22
V2
Cable 2
Figure 16 Two power cables and one control cable Figure 17 60 Hz version: One power cable and one con-
trol cable
2500-0002
Cable 1 Cable 3
U1 10K - 22/ 2
Motorüberwachung / Motor monitoring
U2 U1 V1
Betriebsanleitung und Sicherheitshinweise
beachten!
Observe installation and operating
V2 V1 PE instructions and safety instructions! Bei Überwachung je Phase
W1 For monitoring each phase
10 (F0) ( 30/ 1 - 30/ 2 - 30/ 3 )
PTC PT100
W2 W1 ( 31/ 1 - 31/ 2 - 31/ 3 )
Abschalten/ Switch off
Abschalten / Switch off
40 30
Temperaturmessung/
M3 11 Wicklung/
Temp. measurement
(F1) Winding 41 31
42 34
PE 12
Lager oben/
43 35
~3
Upper bearing
44 36
W2 13
Lager unter/
45 37 ~3
Lower bearing
Cable 2
Figure 18 Special versions: two power cables and one control cable - for optional motor monitoring features
2500-0008
Cable 1 Cable 2
40 30
Temperaturmessung/
Temp. measurement
11 Wicklung/
U1 (F1) Wind ing 41 31
U2 U1
12
Lager oben/
42
43
34
35
~3
Upper bearing
V1
V2 V1 13
Lager unten/
44 36
~3
Lower bearing 45 37
W1 20 Di Anschlussraum/ Connection chamber
W2 W1 21 Di Motorraum/ Motor chamber
Vibration Sensor
M3~ 22 Di Öl -/ Überwachungsraum 50 (+ )
51 (- )
(D I) O il-/ Separation chamber
Figure 19 60 Hz version: one power cable and one control cable - for optional motor monitoring features
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ATTENTION The cable leads are routed out of the motor. No switching takes place in the motor! (Exception
US-version). Any switching required (use of bridges) must be carried out in the control panel.
NOTE Information on the type of starting can be obtained from the nameplate of the pump.
ATTENTION The unit should only be operated with the overload relay and thermal sensors/limiters
connected.
0562-0033
L1 L2 L3 Join
North America 1 2 3 4&5&6 4 U2
6 5
W2 V2
3 2
Sulzer/Germany U1 V1 W1 U2 & V2 & W2 W1 V1
0562-0034
6 1
W2 U1
L1 L2 L3 -
North America 1; 6 2; 4 3; 5 -
W1 U2
3 4
Sulzer/Germany U1; W2 V1; U2 W1; V2 - 5 V2 V1 2
ATTENTION ATTENTION
RO
N
T R E A C TI O
ON
NOTE If a number of pumps are connected to a single control panel then each unit must be
individually checked.
ATTENTION The mains supply to the control panel should have a clockwise rotation. If the leads
are connected in accordance with the circuit diagram and lead designations, the
direction of rotation will be correct.
10 = Common lead
10K - 22/ 1
10K - 22/ 2
Motorüberwachung / Motor monitoring
Betriebsanleitung und Sicherheitshinweise
beachten !
11 = Stator upper
PE
Observe installation and operating
instructions and safety instructions ! Bei Überwachung je Phase 12 = Bearing upper
For monitoring each phase
10 (F0)
PTC PT100
( 30/1 - 30/2 - 30/3 ) 13 = Bearing lower
Ab schalten/ Switch off
Temperaturmessung /
40 30
20 = DI-connection chamber
Temp. measurement
11 Wicklung /
(F1) Winding 41 31
42 34
~3
12
Lager oben /
Upper bearing 43 35 21 = DI-Motor chamber
22 = DI-Oil chamber
44 36
Lager unten/
13
Lower bearing 45 37 ~3
20 Di Anschlussraum/ Connection chamber
Vibration Sensor
21 Di Motorraum/ Motor chamber
= PE (green/yellow)
22 Di Öl-/ Überwachungsraum 50 (+ )
(DI) Oil-/ Separation chamber 51 (- )
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ATTENTION If the DI-seal monitoring is activated the unit must be immediately taken out of ser-
vice. Please contact your Sulzer service centre.
Power Supply
Connect terminal 3
to ground or housing
of the pump.
CA 461
3 4 5 6
Output
Input
Leakage
6 Commissioning
Before commissioning the pump/pump station should be checked and a functional test carried out. Particular
attention should be paid to the following:
g
In explosive zones care must be taken that during switching on and operation of the pumps the pump
section is filled with water (dry running) or alternatively is submerged or under water (wet installation).
Ensure in this case that the minimum submergence given in the data sheet is observed, Other types
of operation e.g. snore operation or dry running are not allowed.
• Have the electrical connections been carried out in accordance with regulations?
• Have the thermal sensors been connected?
• Is the seal monitoring device (where fitted) correctly installed?
• Is the motor overload switch correctly set?
• Have the power and control circuit cables been correctly fitted?
• Was the sump cleaned out?
• Have the inflow and outflows of the pump station been cleaned and checked?
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• Is the direction of rotation of the pump correct - even if run via an emergency generator?
• Are the level controls functioning correctly?
• Are the required gates valves (where fitted) open?
XFP
• Do the non-return valves (where fitted) function easily?
• Have the hydraulics been vented in the case of dry installed pumps?
AFLX/VUPX
• Have the steel riser pipe, or concrete sump be cleaned thoroughly (builder’s rubble, etc.)?
7 Maintenance
General maintenance hints
NOTE The maintenance hints given here are not designed for “do-it-yourself” repairs as
special technical knowledge is required.
Sulzer submersible pumps are reliable quality products each being subjected to careful final inspection. Lubri-
cated-for-life ball bearings together with monitoring devices ensure optimum pump reliability provided that the
pump has been connected and operated in accordance with the operating instructions.
Should, nevertheless, a malfunction occur, do not improvise but ask your Sulzer customer service department
for assistance.
This applies particularly if the pump is continually switched off by the current overload in the control panel, by
the thermal sensors/limiters of the thermo-control system or by the seal monitoring system (DI).
ATTENTION The lifting tools like chains and shackles should be visually checked in regular inter-
vals (approx. every 3-month) for wear and corrosion. These parts should be replaced
if required!
The Sulzer service organisation would be pleased to advise you on any applications you may have and to assist you
in solving your pumping problems.
NOTE The Sulzer warranty conditions are only valid provided that any repair work has been
carried out in Sulzer approved workshops and where original ABS spare parts have
been used.
Maintenance hints if the submersible pump is out of use for a considerable period
NOTE If the pumps have remained idle for more than 12 months then we recommend that
you ask Sulzer or an approved distributor for advice.
Before installation:
The covers giving moisture protection of the cables should be only removed immediately before actual installa-
tion of the pump. After the removal of the transport securing devices and before connecting up the pump electri-
cally the motor shaft should be rotated a number of times by turning the impeller or propeller by hand.
After installation:
If, after installation of the submersible pump, it remains out of use for prolonged periods (for example in storm
water holding tanks) then we recommend that the pump be run for a maximum of 1 minute every 3 months in
order to check both its functioning and availability.
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2500-0016
4 5
2/3
2/3
Figure 23 Cooling liquid / Oil filling and emptying XFP PE4 - PE5 without cooling jacket
2500-0017
4 5
2
2
Figure 24 Cooling liquid / Oil filling and emptying XFP PE4 - PE5 with cooling jacket
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4 5
2
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Figure 25 Cooling liquid / Oil filling and emptying XFP PE6 with cooling jacket
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4 5
2 3
Figure 26 Cooling liquid / Oil filling and emptying VUPX / AFLX PE4 - PE5
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2 3
Figure 27 Cooling liquid / Oil filling and emptying VUPX / AFLX PE6
Data is only valid for coolant used ex works. (Additional product information and safety data sheet are available
on request).
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When dealing with Frostox WS the general protective measures for chemicals must be observed. The
information and hints in the safety data sheets covering this must be observed!
* default
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XFP-PE4-6 | AFLX-PE4-6 | VUPX-PE4-6
XFP 100J, 105J, XFP 150M, 200M, XFP XFP 501U VUPX 0500 VUPX
150J, 155J, 200J, 250M, 300M, 301M, Special 0600, AFLX 0800
Motor PE5 201J, 205J, 250J, 305M, 306M, 351M, version 0700, 0800
255J, 300J, 305J 356M, 400M, 405M
50 Hz 60 Hz A* B* A* B* A* B* A* B*
PE 300/10 PE 350/10 - - - - - - 59.5 30.5 7.7 -
PE 370/8 PE 430/8 - - 48 24 46.5 22.5 54.5 30.5 7.7 -
PE 370/10 PE 430/10 - - - - - - 54.5 30.5 7.7 -
PE 450/6 PE 520/6 42.5 18.5 48 24 46.5 22.5 - - 7.7 -
PE 450/8 PE 520/8 - - 53 24 51,5 22.5 59.5 30.5 7.7 -
PE 450/10 PE 520/10 - - - - - - 54.5 30.5 7.7 9.4
PE 550/4 PE 630/4 42.5 18.5 48 24 46.5 22.5 - - - -
PE 550/6 PE 630/6 47.5 18.5 53 24 51.5 22.5 - - 7.7 -
PE 550/8 PE 630/8 - - 53 24 51.5 22.5 59.5 30.5 7.7 -
PE 550/10 PE 630/10 - - - - - - 59.5 30.5 7.7 9.4
PE 750/4 PE 860/4 42.5 18.5 48 24 46.5 22.5 - - - -
PE 750/6 PE 860/6 47.5 18.5 53 24 51.5 22.5 - - 7.7 -
PE 750/8 PE 860/8 - - 53 24 51.5 22.5 59.5 30.5 7.7 9.4
PE 900/4 PE 1040/4 47.5 18.5 53 24 51.5 22.5 - - - -
PE 900/6 PE 1040/6 47.5 18.5 53 24 51.5 22.5 - - 7.7 -
PE 1100/4 PE 1250/4 47.5 18.5 53 24 51.5 22.5 - - - -
* A = Version with cooling jacket * B = Version without cooling jacket. Filling volumes in Litres. only version B
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The allowable starting frequency per hour can be read from the table below (where not otherwise specified
from the works).
ATTENTION The allowable starting frequency for any starting devices should be obtained from
manufacturer of these devices.
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The safety hints in the previous sections must be observed!
7.2.1 Removal of the XFP submersible sewage pump from a wet sump
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Before removal of the unit the motor connection cables at the control panel should be completely dis-
connected by a qualified person from mains and care should be taken that it cannot be inadvertently
switched back on.
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Before removal of units in hazardous areas the sump and surrounding area must be adequately ven-
ted to avoid the danger of a spark causing an explosion!
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• Place the submersible sewage pump vertically onto a firm surface and secure against tipping.
7.2.2 Removal of the XFP submersible sewage pump when dry installed
• Close off the gate valves on the inlet and discharge sides.
• Empty the volute and, if necessary, the discharge line.
• If fitted, dismantle the venting line above the discharge.
• Install lifting gear on the submersible pump.
• Disconnect the suction inlet by opening the bolts on the bottom plate of the hydraulics (or at the pump hou-
sing).
• Dismantle the pressure hose by loosening the screws on the pressure flange of the pump housing.
• If necessary, remove the fastening bolts at the ground support ring and carefully lift off the pump with the
hoist.
• Place the pump on an even, firm, flat surface.
7.2.3 Removal of the AFLX and VUPX submersible pump
• If present, the discharge pipe cover should be removed and the water pressure-tight cable inlet opened.
• Raise the submersible pump out of the concrete sump or the steel discharge pipe with the hoist. While doing
this the connection cables should be drawn out as the pump itself is being raised.
• Place the submersible pump with propeller housing vertically on a solid surface, taking care that it cannot tip
over.
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