LPH.

40106 - 60527

Single-stage liquíd ring vacuum pumps

slH ILPH-X
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Translation of the original instructions

To be strictly observed
Safety Chapter 1

r Application, operating mode

lntendedapplication............. Chapter 2
Methods of operation, connections, accessories
Planning the installation Chapter 3
Supply, interim storage, corrosion prevention
Unpacking, transport, storage ............. Chapter 4
Assembly site, tools, checking
lnstalling the pump Ghapter
Requirements, filling and draining the pump

Start up and shut down ............. Chapter

Notes, test¡ng
Maintenance, d¡sassembly, assembly Ghapter
If something does not work

Troubleshooting Ghapter
Oce 'a: rg limits. lype designation
t, Technical data Chapter 9
Se:::-a :.a¡,*-gs cimensicn tabies. caie 3:-s ,a -es :¿-iormity certificate
Annex Chapter 10
Note: This pump andlorthis pur::al.(a3e nusi be installed and operated onlybyqualified technical personnel. ln
addition. these operating instrur:c.s e"3 fe associated site and legal requirements must be strictly observed. lf
you these operating instructions ere r:: ':ll¡ited.
. danger may result for you er= a'-.:ur colleagues,
¡ the pump or the pump package -e'r' De damaged,
r the manufacturer is not liable ícr:erage resulting from failure to observe these instructions.
These operating instructions are vaiic for punps in standard executions including their application in explosive
areas corresponding to Category 2. Fcr use in Ca:egory 1 applications the operating instructions Ex 1G/2G must, in
addition, be observed.

Please be aware of your responsibilities to your colleagues when working on the pump or the pump packagel

Sterling Fluid Systems

Document No. BA 26630_EN_04
File VFLPH5de-d.doc Sterling SIHI GmbH
15 12 2Añ9 C Bcx 1941, 25509 ltzehoe, Germany
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1.0 Safety qualified. The scope of responsibility of, and supervi-

This operating manual gives basic instructions which
are to be observed during installation, operation and
maintenance of the pump. lt is therefore imperative
that this manual is read by the responsible person-
nel/operator prior to assembly and commissioning. lt
must always be kept available at the installation site.
Not only the general safety instructions contained in
this chapter "Safety" must be observed, but also the
specific information provided under the other chap-
ters.
1.1 ldentification of safety
not¡ces in the operat¡ng
instructions
Safety notices given in these operating instructions,
non compliance with which would affect safety, are
identified by the following symbol
Danger symbol as per DIN 4844-W9
(rso 3864 - 8.3.1)
sion of, the personnel must be defined precisely by
the plant operator. lf staff do not have the necessary
knowledge, they must be trained and instructed. This
may be performed by the machine manufacturer or
supplier on behalf of the plant operator. Moreover, the
plant operator must ensure that the contents of the
operating instructions are fully understood.
1.3 Hazards in case of non compl¡ance
with the safety instructions
Non compliance with the safety instructions may
cause risk to the personnel as well as to the environ-
ment and the unit and result in a loss of any right to
claim damages.
For example non compliance may involve the follow-
ing hazards:
o failure of important functions of the unit
. failure of specified procedures of maintenance
and repair
. exposure of people to electrical, mechanical and
chemical hazards
. endangering the environment owing to hazardous
substances being released.

or in case of danger of electric shock with the
Danger symbol as per DIN 4844 W-8
(rso 3864 - 8.3 6)
symbol: 1.4 Compliance with regulat¡ons
relating to safety at work
When operating the pump the safe§ instructions con-
tained in this manual, the relevant national accident
prevention regulations and any other service and
safety instructions issued by the plant operator, must
be observed.

The word
ATTENTION

identifies those safety notices where non compliance

may cause danger for the unit and also its function.
It is imperative that signs affixed to the machine, e.g.
. arrow indicating the direction of rotation
. symbols indicating fluid connections
o §pe plate
are observed and kept legible.

1.2 Qualification and training of

personnel
The personnel responsible for operation, mainte-
nance, inspection and assembly must be adequately
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1.5 Safety instructions relevant for
operation
o lf hot or cold components of the unit involve haz-
ards, they must be guarded by the user against
accidental contact.
Guards for moving parts (e.9. couplings) must not
be removed from the machine while in operation.
Any leakage of hazardous (e.9. explosive, toxic,
hot) fluids (e.9. from the shaft seal) must be
drained away so as to prevent any risk occurring
to persons or the environment. Statutory regula-
tions are to be complied with.
Hazards resulting from electricity are to be elimi-
nated by the user (see for example the VDE-
specifications and the bye-laws of the local power
supply utilities).
1.6 Safety instructions relevant for
ma¡ntenance, ¡nspection and
assembly work
It is the plant operator's responsibility to ensure that
all maintenance, inspection and assembly work is
performed by authorised personnel who have ade-
quately familiarised themselves with the subject mat-
ter by studying this manual in detail.
Any work on the machine must only be performed
when it is at a standstill. lt is imperative that the pro-
cedure for shutting down the machine described in
this manual is followed.
Pumps and pump units which convey hazardous me-
dia must be decontaminated.
On completion of work all safety and protective
measures must be re-installed and made operative
again. Prior to restarting the machine, the instructions
listed under,,first commissioning" must be observed.
c 1
1.7 Safety instructions for use in areas
with explos¡on hazard
ln this paragraph information is given for operation in
areas with explosion hazards.
1.7.1 Packaged uniUSystem
lf the pump is combined with other mechanical or
electrical components to form a package/system, the
complete unit may be considered as meeting the re-
quirements of directive 94l9lEC only if each compo-
nent individually meets these requirements.
Note:
This guideline has particular significance when using
pumps which correspond to a machine category in
the directive g4lglEl, but are driven by a motor which
does not meet this directive. Thus it may be that the
pump has been provided with the EX-label but the
unit must not be used in areas with explosion hazard
because the motor has not been certified for use in
these areas. Thus the operator must always pay at-
tention to compliance of all the components used in
the package with the directive 94l9lEC.
1.7.2 Types of coupling guards for shaft
coupl¡ngs
Coupling guards which are to be used in areas with
explosion hazard must fulfill the following criteria:
. non- sparking material e.g. brass must be used or
. sheet steel fabrications must be used, designed in
such as way that potential damage (e.9. deforma-
tion by stepping on the coupling guard) will not
cause contact between the rotating parts and the
coupling guard.
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1.7.3 Pump Monitoring 1.9 Unauthorised methods of opera-

When using pumps in areas with explosion hazards
the operator must check regularly for the following:
o leakage at the shaft seals
. if necessary, bearing temperatures
. liquid level in the pump during commissioning
. for pumps with magnetic coupling, the tempera-
ture of the electrically conductive shroud should
be monitored.
The operator must ensure that the pump, under ab-
normal conditions is taken out of operation and not
restarted until normal operating conditions are re-
established. The instructions regarding operation and
maintenance given in this operation manual must be
observed.
Specific information regarding the surface tempera-
tures of the pump are given in chapter 9 of this opera-
tion manual.
tion
The reliability of the machine supplied will only be
guaranteed if it is used in the manner intended and in
accordance with the instructions of this manual. The
specified operational limits must not be exceeded in
any circumstances.
1.10 Warranty / guarantee
Sterling SlHl guarantee longterm, satisfactory opera-
tion if:
. the pump is installed and operated in compliance
with these instructions and under conditions ap-
proved by Sterling SlHl.
¡ no modifications are undertaken without Sterling
Sl Hl's written agreement.

1.7.4 Avoiding sparks caused by

the effect of external impact
The operator must ensure that when operating the
pump in areas where there is an explosion hazard, no
external impact on the pump casing can cause
sparks.

1.7.5 Electric Equi - Potential

The operator must ensure that where the unit is used
in an explosion hazard area, that potential for static
discharges is eliminated by ensuring an equi - poten-
tial.
Hence, all metal parts of the pump package must,
where appropriate be linked through electrically con-
ducting cables and with the process planUunit using
e.g. earthing cables. The insulating effects of paint
coatings must also be considered.

1.8 Unauthorised alterations and

product¡on of spare parts
Any unauthorized modification of the unit will result in
absolving Sterling SlHl of any liabili§. ln such cases
the operator of the machine assumes responsibility
for safe operation of the unit.

Using spare parts and accessories authorised by the

manufacturer is in the interests of safety. Use of other
parts may absolve the manufacturer of any liability.
 ication Paqe
2.0 Application
Liquid ring vacuum pumps and compressors are
used to transfer and compress gases and.v.apours.
rhese pumps can also'ñáiítlij'small étá1Á#,éé o¡ tiq-
uid e.g. as liquid "carry-oved.
The pump must only be used under the operating
cond-itions. set out by the customer and confirmed by
tn" J'üí31Íáilrne g'üá?áhiBe terms and conditions are
as set out in our general terms and conditions of
sale.
2.1 Misuse warn¡ng
The pump must only be used for the approved oper-
ating conditions. Otherwise it may be dangerous for
people and/or the environment.
2.2 Construction and mode of
operat¡on
The pump according to the liquid ring prin-
?pg5t".
ciple. The úane wheel impeller is arranged eccentri-
cally in the circular pump casing. lt transfers r",htÍü'"
to a liquid ring that forms concentric to the
%?tsy
when starting the pump. This arfáffó¿hent
"á§iñg
causes the liquid to leave and to enter individual
vane wheel impeller cells with similar effects to a pis-
ton. Where the liquid leaves the cell of the impeller it
drauc in the gas to be evacuated through the suction
opening in the guide disc. Conversely, where the liq-
uid ring enters the vane wlleel impeller cells the gas
is compressed and pushed out via a discharge port.
During operation the pump must continuously be
supplied with service liquid, nonnally water. This liq-
uid serves to eliminate the heat resulting from the
gas compression, which is largely taken up by the
liquid ring, and also to replenish the liquid ring, be-
muse a portion of the liquid ring escapes with the
gas. This liquid can be recycled to be used as ser-
vice liquid.
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2.3 Operating limits
The pump operating limits must be observed.
These are set out in chapter 9:
. Max. temperature of the medium handled
¡ Max. temperature, max. viscosity and max. den-
sity of service liquid
o Max. permissible discharge pressure and max.
permissible pressure difference
o Max. speed
For use in Ex areas, the additional limits set out in
chapter 9.5 or 9.6 (explosion protection) must also
be observed.
lArrENroñ
Avoid the following conditions when using the liquid
ring vacuum pump:
r Combining several operating limits
¡ Switching the pump on and off frequently (max. 5
- 10 per hour)
. Significant pressure increases of the gas
. Significant temperature increases of either the
gas or of the service liquid
¡ Entrainment of larger surge liquid flows
2.4 Accessories
The accessories included in the scope of supply are
indicated in the annex. The corresponding operating
and installation instructions can also be found in the
annex.
Before installing other accessories on the pump or to
the pump unit, please contact the manufacturer.
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3.0 Planning the installation rñ

\;1 Liquid ring vacuum pump

Gas ejector
3.1 Pump construct¡on, @
method of operation
The construction of the pump and the selection of the
o Liquid pump

method of operation depend primarily on the du§

m
(,
l Separator
requirements. Typical methods of operation are
described in the following sections W Heat exchanger

D< Non-return valve

Designation and symbols:
>< Shut-off valve
A Drain liquid
H Regulating valve
B Service liquid
F Make-up liquid r-e Float valve

K Cooling liquid r'n

l¡f
F Thermostatic reg u lating valve
U Circulating liquid ñ Solenoid valve
uA liquid drain
N Dirt trap
uB Service Iiquid connection
W Adjusting socket
uF Make-up liquid connection
uK t Heat exchanger-cooling water inlet @ Thermometer
uK ll Heat exchanger-cooling water outlet G Pressure gauge
uMl Suction line connection
@ Liquid level indicator
uMll Discharge line connection
<_
Gas flow
uMlll Motive gas connection
<- Gas/liquid flow
uU 'Circulating liquid connection

ue,se Connection for drain, dirt drain, central drain Liquid flow

um Connection for measuring suction pressure,

drain valve, filling valve, inert gas supply
The figures in this section are schematic drawings.
The dimensions of the pump and the exact position of
(-) Liquid level
the connections are indicated in the dimensions table
in the annex.
(**) Gas ejectors are used where the vacuum
reached by the liquid ring vacuum pump is not
sufficient.
Gas ejectors extend the range of application ATTENT¡ON
of the liquid ring vacuum pumps to lower
absolute pressures (to 8 mbar). Vapour lf the pump is to be used as a compressor, the
saturated gases can be handled. instructions in chapter 3.5 must also be considered.
ln these operating instructions the term ,,pump" is
used for,,vacuum pump" and also for,,compressof'.
 3.1.1 Girculating liquid operation The make-up liquid should have a slight overpressure
This method of operation is recommended for: only (max. 0.1 bar, or max. 0.1 bar higher than
¡ Service liquids that due to their properties must discharge pressure).
neither leave the process circuit nor come into
contact with the cooling liquid (e.9. when using oil, 3.1.2.1 Lay-out
alkali or acid as service liquid). This method of operation has a simple lay-out,
. Waste water systems that must not be requires little space and has a reduced make-up
contaminated by the service liquid or by the gas water consumption.
dissolved in it etc.
9rtrl

(xx)
(**) (*)
(*) t=
,{
um
Ai U¡ uÉ
uB max.
uxl 0,1 bar 9r
.> *F
max. fig.3.2: Operation as vacuum pump
0,1 bar t¡rc
+
K
fig. 3.1: Operation as vacuum pump
3.1.2.2 Temperature regulat¡on

The service liquid B consists of circulating liquid U

(B = U) that is cooled in the heat exchanger to the
required operating temperature. The heat exchanger (**)
must be selected so that it is able to extract (x)
V-
completely the heat generated in the service liquid
both by the effects of the motor and by the latent heat
arising fiom any gas condensation. max.
0,1 bar
The liquid pump shown in the circulating liquid line is
necessary if the vacuum pump runs without a
significant pressure difference between the suction fig. 3.3: Operation as vacuum pump

and discharge branch or, if the flow resistance of the

ln combined liquid operation the make-up liquid flow
heat exchanger exceeds approx. 0.2 bar.
is regulated by means of a thermostat. ln this way the
The heat exchanger can be omitted if the pump runs
required temperature of the service liquid can be
for only few minutes and the liquid can cool down to
maintained-
around ambient temperature before the next start-up.

3.1.2 Combined liquid operat¡on

The seryice liquid B consists of make-up liquid F and
circulating liquid U (B = F + U).
The circulating liquid U flows through the circulating
liquid line. A liquid flow equal in quantity to the make-
up liquid F supplied, leaves the separator as drain
liquid A through the liquid drain ua.
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3.1.3 Make-up liquid operat¡on make-up liquid must be supplied at discharge

pressure.

ln uses corresponding to Category 1 it is not

permitted to operate the pumps using only make up
water in the pump.

This method of operation is applicable where

adequate liquid is available and where there is no
need to reuse it as service liquid.
The make-up liquid method of operation is fig. 3.5: Operation as vacuum pump

recommended also in those cases where the

temperature increase in the vacuum pump is low, e.g.
3.2 Pump, pipework connect¡ons
when handling liquids with a low specific heat.
lf the separate discharge of gas and liquid is not ATTENTION
required the overhead separator can be omitted. A
pipe discharging into an outlet (gully) is sufficient. The
service liquid B consists of make-up liquid F (B = F).
Its pressure, as measured at the vacuum manometer
gauge, should broadly correspond to the
compression pressure (in case of vacuum pump
a Take note of the arrows indicating flow direction.
a The nominal diameters of the pipework must not
operation: atmospheric pressure).
be smaller than the nominal diameters of the
9rur
corresponding pump branches.
All pipework must be cleaned prior to installation
of the pump.
The pipework must be supported in order to avoid
(xx) damage to pump components (danger of
(x) breaking the pump components).
\t The suction, discharge and service liquid lines
uA must be as short as possible and their cross
A'l
section must be at least as large as the
Ug
corresponding pump connections. For long
max. U¡ lengths of pipework larger cross sections are
0,1 bar
*F required.
fig. 3.4: Operation as vacuum pump

lf the pressure in the make-up liquid line varies 3.2.1 Position of the pump
considerably so that a temporary overpressure of The pump must be installed horizontally, the suction
about 0.2 bar at the vacuum manometer gauge is branch then points vertically upwards.
likely to be exceeded, a pressure reducing valve must
be installed or the make-up liquid must be diverted
into a tank with float valve (see fig. 3.5). The liquid
level in the tank from which the vacuum pump is
supplied with service liquid should be at shaft level.
Where the pump is operated as a compressor the
 Planninq the installation
3.2.2 Suction line
A non-return valve should be installed in the suction
line. For that purpose the SlHl non-return valves, type
XCk, have proved effective because of their low
pressure loss.
The venting of the pump, for example during starting-
up and stopping, is possible by means of a vent cock,
which must be installed at the connection u ¡.
3.2.3 Discharge line
(1)
ü
<F ->
max. 1m
The valve (1) must not be closed during pump start-
up.
3.2.4 Operation with minimal pressure
difference
lf a pump is run for a long period without a significant
pressure difference (less than 0.2 bar), e.g. to
evacuate a large tank, an orifice plate must be
installed in the suction line.
3.2.5 Shaft seal
Mechanical seals are used to seal the shaft. ln the as
delivered pump, seal flushing is by liquid from the
interior of the pump.
To change the pump to flushing with an external
liquid, please contact the manufacturer.
3.2.6 Lay-out with gas ejector
Gas ejectors must be used, if the vacuum attainable
by the liquid ring vacuum pump is not sufficient.
For this pump a gas ejector is not provided.
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3.3 Electrical connect¡ons
For the drive motor a mains connection is required
that complies with the regulations valid at site.
The rules and instructions prescribed by the local
public utilities regarding precautions against
explosion must be observed. The motor protection
switch or the excess current trip must be adjusted to
the rated current of the motor.
3.4. Accessories
The following accessories are available for liquid ring
vacuum pumps:
. Motor protection switch to control the power
absorption of the motor
¡ Soft starter
o (Pressure-) Liquid separator
¡ Heat exchanger
. Required connection pipework
r Fittings for the thermostatic control of the service
liquid temperature
. Balltype non-return valve
. Drain valve
o Safety valve
. Liquid discharge trap
3.4.1 Motor protect¡on sw¡tch
The motor protection switch controls the power
absorption of the drive motor. lf the rated current is
exceeded the motor is switched off automatically.
3.4.2 Soft starter
A soft starter can be used to start-up the pump. Slow
acceleration of the pump is preferable both for the
pump/package and for the power system.
3.4.3 Liquid separator
A part of the service liquid leaves the pump together
with the compressed gas. ln the liquid separator the
gas and liquid are separated.
The following types of liquid separators are available:
. top mounted liquid separator
. upright liquid separator
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3.5. Gompressoroperat¡on 3.6 V-BeltOperation

lf the operational limits (see chapter 9) are observed,
the following pumps can also be used as
compressors:
- 1PH.40106 I 40411,
- lPH.50115 t 50523,
LPH. 60520 I 60527,
For compressor operation a pressure liquid separator
XBd should be used and be placed in such a way
alongside the liquid ring compressor that the liquid
drain ua is at shaft level. A safety valve, set in
accordance with the operating conditions, must be
connected to the connection u6 of the separator. A
liquid discharge trap XUk must be provided for the
drain liquid.
For this application there are three different methods
The preferred method of drive for the load on both the
pump shaft and on its bearings is direct drive. lf a V-
belt drive is to be used, the motor should be arranged
as follows:
- Pump with clockwise rotating shaft (fig. 3.6):
Motor adjacent to and on the right side of the
pump
- Pump with anticlockwise rotating shaft:
Motor adjacent to and on the left side of the pump
+
,

of operation:
- Circulating liquid operation
- Combined liquid operation
- Make-up liquid operation

If the evacuated gases or vapours are inflammable or

injurious to health, a gas tight take-off must be
installed. ln addition leakage tests must be carried
fig. 3.6 Pump with clockwise rotating shaft
out at regular intervals. This is also required after
repair work.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION The minimum permitted diameter of the pulley is set
out in chapter 9.3
ln case of compressor operation > 0.5 bar the EU
,,Pressure Equipment Directive" must also be /c^,\
$r¿l
observed.
ln Ex- areas, electrically conducting pulleys must be
used (< 106 o). The halves of the sheave must be
electrically connected to ensure that they are at the
same potential.
 3.7 Explosion protection

ln accordance with the Directive 94l9lEG, all Categorv 2 for the pump internals:

components of a package for use in explosive areas Explosion protection in the working chamber of the
must comply with the required equipment category. liquid ring vacuum pump is assured by prevention of
any effective ignition source. This is made possible by
ensuring that in all operating conditions (at start up,
shut down as well as when operating) a sufficient
ln this connection it is important to distinguish
quantity of liquid is in the pump.
between the location of the pump and the internal
environment of the pump.
. For conformity with Category 2 for the pump
internals, the level of the liquid in the pump on
start up and the liquid inlet during operation, must
3.7.1 Location
be monitored.
Pump location corresponds to Category 2
. \Men a safety control is activated, the vacuum
pump must automatically switch off.
3.7.2 lnternal env¡ronment of the pump
Requirements:
lf it is required that the internal parts of the pump
conform to Category 2, then the following additional
requirements must be considered at the planning
stage of the installation.

Cateqory I for the pump internals :

For applications requiring Category 1, the operating

instructions Ex 1G/2G must, in addition, be adhered
to.
 the installation PaoeT ot7 Chapter 3

Technical Execution:
To guarantee Category 2 for the internals of the liquid ring vacuum pump, Sterling SlHl suggests the following
layout:
All
N2

N1 = Process gas
N2= Gas out

+
N,1
+ A
ff=
r-
J(=
Overflow
Make-up Iiquid
Cooling liquid
Draining

Flow chart:
ór
Vacuum pump system with alternative safety devices
Package with liquid separator unit with a backflow prevention ball valve in the suction line

Measuring equipment:

r LS1 Liquid level in the vacuum pump

or
LS2 Liquid level in the adjacent liquid separator.
FS1 Liquid flow in the service liquid line
or
TSI Temperature in the pressure chamber of the pump casing or in the pressure line directly behind the
discharge orifice of the pump.

The measurement positions LS1 and LS2 should be adjusted so as to be on the same level as the shaft of the liquid
ring vacuum pump. For LS1 the connection ur1 bzw. u, (see dimensions table) can be used.
lf a check valve is installed in the service liquid line from the liquid separator to the pump, it must be ensured that
during start up as well as during operation, that the valve remains open.
Monitoring of the pressure in the pressure line PS2 is recommended if , because of the system design, the
permitted compression pressure (see Chapter 9) is likely to be exceeded.
 Un Paoe I of 1 Chapter 4

4.0 Unpacking, transport, storage 4.4.2 Re-protection

The pump must be protected with a preservative as
4.1 Safety measures indicated on the pump label.

4.5 Transport
The pump must be transported as shown in the follo-
wing diagrams

a Never stand underneath the suspended load.

a Keep a sufficient safety margin between you and
the load during transport.
Use only licensed lifting appliances which are in
perfect condition.
Adjust the length of the lifting straps in such a way
that the pump or the pump unit is suspended hori-
zontally.
Do not remove documents which are attached to
the pump.
Remove the protection caps from the pump in-
IeUoutlet branches only immediately before instal-
lation of the piping system. This is to avoid conta-
mination.

4.2 Unpacking
Before unpacking a visual check of the packaging is
recommended. lf transport damage is visible, its ex-
tent is to be noted on the receipt or on the delivery
note. Possible claims are to be lodged immediately
with the carriers or the insurance company.

4.3 lntermediate storage

lf the pump or the pump unit is not installed immedia-
tely after delivery, it must be stored free from vibration
in a dry room.

4.4 Protection during storage

The pump rs protected with a preservative as stated
on the pump label.

4.4.1 Removing the preservat¡ve

The preservative can be removed as described in
the instructions on the pump label.
The preservative must be disposed of in accordance
with the applicable regulations.
 Mountinq of the l of 5 Chapter 5

5.0 lnstalling the pump 5.3.2 Assembly tools

The work described in this chapter must be carried Special tools are not required for assembly and in-
out only by skilled and appropriately trained staff. stallation of the pump.

5.1 Requirements 5.3.3 Permissible ambient conditions

The pump must have been handled as set out in The ambient temperature should be between -20 "C
chapter 4. and +40 "C. The air humidity should be as low as
possible in order to avoid corrosion.
5.2 Safety precaut¡ons
5.3.4 Base, foundation
The pump or the unit, must be installed on a flat, vi-
bration free floor or foundation.
The base frame should rest upon a solid structure.
Make sure that the preservative has been re-
At the positions where the fixing bolts will be located
moved as set out on the pump label. Failure to
the base should be solid i.e no air pockets in the
follow these instructions may lead to contamina-
material. Sinking the baseplate into concrete
tion of the equipment.
reduces the noise level of the motor and pump.
Make sure that the pipework has been cleaned
before installing the pump.
5.3.5 Space required
Support the pipework to avoid subjecting pump
The dimensions for the space required for the pump
components to stress (danger of damage).
or package are sets out in the dimensions table in
Ensure that the suction line and the discharge
the annex.
line are closed.
Ensure unhindered access to the shut-off and control
Connect the pipework to avoid leakage of the
devices as well as to the measuring instruments.
pumped media during operation which may en-
danger the operator and the environment.
After installing the motor the coupling guard must
5.4 Mounting the coupling
When assembling pump and motor both shafts must
be attached.
be concentric to each other and be easily rotatable.
When installing and operating the unit the rules
LPH. 45008 / 45311 /45316. LpH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320.
for the prevention of accidents and any other
LEH. 350 / 450 with maqnetic couplins:
relevant regulations and laws must be observed.
For mounting the coupling please follow the instruc-
Pay attention to site instructions regarding
tions set out in chapter 7.
operating equipment of this type.

Hammer blows must not be used to force the cou-

Ensure that all electrical connections are free pling onto the shaft end. The distance between both
from current. Otherwise there is a risk to life.
coupling halves must correspond to the measure-
ment specified (see list of accessories).

5.3 Notes

5.3.1 Gonnections to the pump

The labelling of the connections as well as their ex-
act positions are indicated in the dimensions table
(see annex).

measurement to be set "a"

 of the 2oÍ5 5

After tightening the foot screws the position of the
coupling halves should be checked again. lf the cou-
pling runs in the danger zone, i.e. less than 2.5 m
above floor level, the rotating parts must be
screened, according to the rules for the prevention of
accidents.
5.5 Checks before installation
Before installing the pump into the plant, check the
following points:
1. There is no current to the motor?
2. Are suction and/or discharge line empty and
closed?
3. Is itpossible to rotate the pump easily by hand
'(rotate the ventilation fan of the motor or cou-
pling)?
4. Have site instructions with regard to operating
this type of equipment been followed?
5.7 Protection and control devices
The existing protection and control devices (see also
chapter 3.4 accessories) must be installed and con-
nected according to the relevant instructions (see
annex).
The motor protection switch or the excess current
trip must be adjusted to the rated current of the mo-
tor.
Pumps with maonetic couplinq:
For monitoring the temperature of the can the isola-
tion shroud has a threaded pipe connection M 12x1
for a temperature probe.
5.8 Finishing steps
The following finalsteps must be carried out:
L Check the tightness of the connecting flanges.
2. Check the easy running of the pump (rotate the
ventilation fan of the motor or coupling).

5.6 Mounting the pump and

installation into the piping system
On delivery, suction and discharge branches as well
as the service liquid connection are closed to pre-
vent foreign bodies entering. The caps must be re-
moved only immediately before connecting the pipe-
work.
The weight of heavy pipework must be supported in
order to prevent distorting the pump and the liquid
separator.
Permitted branch load: see chapter g
The pump must be aligned with the pipework.
The screws must be tightened in the following order:
1. Tighten the flange connections of suction and dis-
charge lines.
2. Fasten the service liquid line.
3. Tighten the pump feet and the motor feet.
 Mountinq of the 3of5 Chaoter 5

5.9 Additional lnstructions for stripes in different colours. Only elements of one
Couplings in ATEX conform type must be used in one coupling.
pumpsets When assembling a pumpset with a coupling, the fits
of the bores and shafts must be checked, see table
5.C.1.

@
The following instructions for couplings need espe- Table 5.C.1 Tolerances for coupling fit
cially to be followed for pumpsets which are manu- Nominal Shaft
Coupling
factured in conformity with Directive 94l9lEC for op- Fit bore
diameter tolerance
tolerance
erations as category ll equipment in hazardous ar-
Shaft tolerance S50mm k6
eas. according to H7
DrN 74811 >50mm mG
Limitations
Only the coupling type BDS and HDS is released for
pumpsets in conformity with 94/9/EC.
'@ Failure to observe these instructions
may result in breakage of the coupling. Danger from
These couplings are designed to be operated ac-
flying fragments! The coupling then becomes an ex-
cording the following parameters:
plosion hazard.
o Max. 25 starts per hour
o Daily operating cycle up to 24 h
Mounting the coupling parts
o Operation within the specified alignment
Before beginning installation, the shaft ends and the
o Temperature range -30'C to +80'C in the
coupling parts must be carefully cleaned. Before
immediate vicinity of the coupling
cleaning the coupling parts with solvent the flexible
elements must be removed.
Storage
lf coupling parts are stored as spare parts, the stor-
lf necessary, heating the coupling parts (to max
150"C) will facilitate fitting. With temperatures over
age area must be dry and free from dust. The flexi-
80"C the flexible elements must be removed from
ble elements must not be stored with chemicals, sol-
the coupling parts before heating.
vents, motor fuels, acids, etc. Furthermore they
should be protected against light, in particular direct
sunlight and bright artificial light with high ultraviolet
content. Coupling parts must be fitted with the
aid of suitable equipment to avoid damaging the
shaft bearings through axial joining forces. Always
use a suitable lifting equipment.
The storage area must not contain
any ozone-generating equipment, e.g. fluorescent
The shaft ends must not project from the inner sides
light sources, mercury vapour lamps, high voltage
of the hub. Axial securing is effected by means of the
electrical equipment. Damp storage areas are un-
set screw.
suitable. Ensure that no condensation occurs. The
most favourable atmospheric humidity is below 65%.

lnstallation
Type B and H couplings shall never be operated in
A Tightening the set screws to a tight-
ening torque in accordance with the table 5.C.3.
pumpsets category ll.

The flexible elements are delivered in different mate- €» Failure to observe these instructions
rials and are then differently coloured or marked with may result in breakage of the coupling. Danger from
 flying fragments! The coupling then becomes an ex- Table 5.C.2 Alignment dimensions
plosion hazard. coupling Axial Angular and radial alignment
type gap AS max in mm
BDS S at soeed
After fitting the coupling parts onto the shafts the fle- '1000
750 1 500 2000 3000
xible elements, if previously removed must be fitted. rom rnm rom rDm rom
Previously heated coupling parts must have cooled 76 2-4 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15 0,15
down again to a temperature below +80"C. lt must 88 2-4 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15 0,15
be ensured that the flexible elements are of identical
103 2-4 0,25 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15

size and colour or have identical marking.

118 2-4 0,3 o,25 0,2 0,2 0,15
135 2-4 0,3 0,25 0,25 0,2 0,15
152 2-4 0,35 0,3 0,25 0,2 0,2
Move together the components to be coupled. 172 2-6 0,4 0,35 0,3 0,25 0,2
2-6

A
194 0,4 0,35 0,3 o,25 0,2
218 2-6 0,45 0,4 0,3 0,3 0,2
Danger of squeezing! 245 2-6 0,5 o,4 0,35 0,3 0,25

Alignment Fixing the coupling on the shaft

The couplings connect the two shaft ends of the For fixing the coupling parts on the shaft there are
driver and the pump. The alignment of the shaft set screws, which need to be locked with the follow-
ends needs to be adjusted wlthin the following toler- ing torque depending on coupling size:
ances.
The errors of alignment are differentiated into: Table 5.C.3: Torque for Set Screws
o Axial misalignment: The allowable difference be- Size 76 88 103 118 135 152
tween maximum and minimum axial gap S be- Toroue [Nml 4 4 4 4 I 8
tween the two coupling halves is given in table Size 172 194 218 245
5.C.2. Toroue [Nml 15 25 25 25
o Angular misalignment: This can usefully be
measured as the difference in the gap dimension
Operation
AS = Sr"* - Smin. The allowable values are given
in table 5.C.2 depending on coupling size and
speed.
A tf any irregutarities are registered
during operation (vibrations or noise) the pumpset is
o Radial misalignment is the radial offset between
to be switched off immediately. Determine the cause
the shaft centres.
of the fault using the fault list in Chapter B. Thls list
The allowable values are the same AS values
contains possible faults, their reasons and suggested
like for the angular misalignment given in table
actions.
5.C.2.
lf the analysis is not possible then contact the Ster-
ling Service.
The method to adjust the alignment is:
first correct the angular misalignment,
Maintenance
then correct the axial gap,
then correct the radial misalignment.
The useful tool are a feeler gauge and a ruler as Regular control of the torsional back-
shown in figure 5.C.2. lash of the coupling halves to each other is neces-
sary to preventively avoid any damage or failure of

A There must be never a radial and an

angular misalignment at the same time.
the plant.

The torsional backlash is to be measured in the fol-

Iowing way: One coupling part is rotated against the
other with no torque to a stop. Then this position of
the two coupling halves is marked as shown in the
 Mountinq of the 5of5 Chaoter 5

left had picture of figure 5.C.3. Then the coupling independent of the individual wear) Only identically
parts are rotated into the other direction as far as marked flexible elements must be used. Only spare
possible without torque. The distance between the parts from the original equipment manufacturer is
two marks is the backlash measure AS5. The maxi- allowed for replacement.
mum values for this measure are given in table 5.C.4
by coupling size. lf this measure is exceeded, then Table 5.C.4 Torsional backlash measure
the flexible elements need to be exchanged. srze 76 88 103 '118 135 152 172
AS^ lmml 7.0 5,0 7.0 9,0 10,5 11.5 9.0

A The flexible elements must be re-

placed n sets (all elements of one coupling at once,
i
stze
ASn lmml
194
8,0
218
7.0
245
6,5

Figures:

Figure 5.C.1 Measures for checking alignment

Sr"* Sr"*

q
vmtn S.¡n
AS=Srrr-S.¡n
Axial misalignment Angular misalignment Radial misalignment

Figure 5.C.2 Checking of alignment

Ruler

Figure 5.C.3 Measurement of torsional backlash

 Start- uo and shut down Paoe 1
6.0 Pump start-up and shut down
The work described in this chapter must only be car-
ried out by skilled and appropriately trained staff.
6.1 Preconditions
The pump or the pump package must have been in-
stalled according to the instructions set out in chap-
ter 5.
6.2 Safety measures
Connecting power to the pump/pump package
must be done according to the regulations of the
local public utilities and to the ELexV standards.
AII other relevant local legislation and site direc-
tives relating to operating pumps/packages of this
type must be observed.
Only authorized personnel may carry out duties
involving electrical installation.
a Ensure the pump is filled correctly.
a Check the direction of rotation only when the
pump is filled.
\Men handling explosive, toxic, hot or aggressive
media ensure that there is no danger to persons
or the environment.
\Men handling inflammable gases be aware of
the possible generation of explosive gas/air mix-
tures. lf necessary, flush the pump with inert gas.
The pump may be operated only if a continuous
supply of service liquid is available.
of4 6
6.3 Filling and empty¡ng
Before the initial start-up the pump must be filled with
service liquid.
Filling with service liquid is via the make-up liquid
connection u¡ (shut-off valve). When starting-up the
pump the liquid level in the pump must not be above
the shaft (connection ur).
Vr/hen operating using the circulating liquid method of
operation (chapter 3.1.1) the pump can be filled via
the connection u,.,.,.1. When used as vacuum pump the
installation of an automatic Sterling SlHl drain valve
XCg to this connection prevents the liquid level rising
above shaft height. The drain valve is not necessary,
if the set-up and operation of the unit make it impos-
sible for the liquid level to rise above shaft height (for
example by using a liquid separator placed alongside
and possibly using a liquid discharge trap).
The Sterling SIHI drain valve XCg must not be used
while operating the pump as a compressor.
The pump can be emptied through the central drain
ur" and the drain connections u". Note that there may
be "dead" spaces within the pump, in which sediment
from the service liquid can remain. Because of this,
flush the pump before disassembly, particularly when
using toxic media.
The adjacent liquid separator can be emptied through
the connection u".
6.4 Electrical connect¡on
The motor must be connected as set out in the circuit
diagram in the terminal box.
6.5 Connection and checking of
accessories and mon¡tor¡ng
equ¡pment
The connection and checking of monitoring equip-
ment and of accessories must be in accordance with
the attached operating instructions for the different
equipment (see annex).
 Start- up and shut down
6.6 Checks before switching-on
. cooling liquid the service liquid should be run so
The pump must never run dry.
. Fill the pump with service liquid before the initial
start-up.
The liquid level must not be higher than the shaft
height.
¡ Never start the pump when the discharge side is
closed.
6.7 Checking direction of rotation
The direction of rotation must be checked by briefly
switching on the motor (the arrow on the pump casing
indlcates the direction of rotation).
Checking the direction of rotation must only be done
when the compressor is full.
6.8 Start-up
For start-up proceed as follows:
'1. Switch on the motor.
2. Open the shut-off valve for the service liquid.
3. Regulate the service liquid flow as set out in the
instructions in chapters 6.9.1 to 6.9.3.
4. Ensure that the prescribed pressures are meas-
ured at the pressure measuring points. Note the
requirements in chapter 3.2.
6.9 Adjusting serv¡ce liquid flow
Depending upon the method of operation, proceed as
follows:
6.9.1 Circulating liquid operat¡on
(See chapter 3.1.1)
The pump has the necessary service liquid flow, if
the pressure at the manometric vacuum gauge does
not deviate from its discharge pressure by more than
+ 0,2 bar.
Paoe 2 oi 4 Ghapter 6
Adjust the service liquid pressure at the regulating
valve.
Adjust the cooling liquid flow by means of the regulat-
ing valve while the shut-off valve is open. To save
warm that the required suction capacis can safely be
reached.
Check regularly the liquid level in the separator (liquid
level indicator). lf necessary, adjust the liquid level.
6.9.2 Combined Iiquid operat¡on
(See chapter 3.1.2)
Open the shut-off valve while the pump is running.
Adjust the make-up liquid flow by means of the ad-
justing valve or the regulating socket to half the liquid
flow as indicated for make-up liquid operation F in the
annex. This flow can be determined by measuring the
quantity of drain liquid A (A=F).
After reaching the operating point fine adjustment of
the make-up liquid flow can be made as follows:
. By throttling of the make-up liquid flow the tem-
perature in the pump increases and the suction
capacity decreases.
. By increasing the make-up liquid flow the tem-
perature in the pump decreases and the suction
capacity increases.
The colder the make-up liquid the smaller the
make-up liquid flow required. When handling dry
gas a service liquid temperature of ca. 10'C
should be kept as a minimum in the suction
branch of the pump because of the danger of ic-
ing.
The make-up liquid flow for different applications is
indicated in the annex.
To save make-up liquid the temperature should be
high enough to ensure that the required suction ca-
pacity is reached consistently. However, the tempera-
ture limit (see chapter 9) must not be exceeded.
After reaching the required make-up liquid flow the
regulating valve or the adjusting socket must be
closed.
\Men using the thermostatic regulation as described
in chapter 3.1.2.2, a thermostatic regulating valve ad-
justs automatically the make-up water flow if its tem-
perature changes.
 Start- up and shut down 3of4 Ghaoter 6

lncreasing the make-up liquid flow F over the indi-

cated maximum must be avoided.

6.9.3 Make-up liquid operat¡on

(See chapter 3.1.3) To ensure conformity to Category 2 for the interior of
Open the shut-off valve while the pump is running. the pump, the liquid supply line or the liquid level
Adjust the regulating valve such that the pressure at must be monitored. lf the safety controls are acti-
the manometric vacuum gauge does not exceed the vated, the compressor must au icallv shut down.
corresponding discharge pressure. Then the make-
up liquid flow will correspond to that stated in the an- 6.12.1 Start up
nex. Before starting up the liquid ring vacuum pump,
check the following::
6.10 Shut-down operat¡on . LS1 Liquid level in the vacuum pump
For shutting down, proceed as follows: and/or
1. Close the shut-off valve for the service liquid. o LS2 Liquid level in the liquid separator
2. Ventilate the suction chamber M¡.
3. Switch off the motor.

the unit, check that the pump can

\y'úhen controlling
lf there is a risk of freezing, drain the pump, the liquid
only be operated when liquid is indicated at the
separator and the pipework. The pump must be pro-
measurement points LS1 and/or LS2.
tected against corrosion if it is to be stopped for an
extended oeriod of time.
6.12.2 Operation
Check the following when operating the liquid ring
6.11 Adjustment of the stuffing box
vacuum pump:
\Men liquid ring pumps with stuffing boxes are used
the stuffing box must be prestressed correctly on the
o FSl Service liquid flow
and/or
initial start-up.
Carry out the following steps:
. TSl Temperature of the media conveyed
in the working chamber or in the pressure line.
1. Loosen slightly the nuts at the gland before start-
ing the pump.
2. After reaching the operating point of the pump the
stuffing box must be adjusted.
Tighten the nuts at the gland to such an extent
that only there is only a small leakage (streamlet).

6.12 Explosion protect¡on

lf it is likely that at some time flammable media are
likely to enter the liquid ring vacuum pump, the pump
and/or pump package must be designed and oper-
ated to conform to Category 2 according to Directive
94l9EC (see chapter 3).
 Start- up and shut down 4oi4 Chapter 6

The ,,dead time" from the start of the liquid ring vac-
uum pump to commencement of monitoring of the
service Iiquid flow FS1 should not exceed the follow-
ing values:
- Direct start: At = 10 sec
- Soft start: At = 30 sec
The control of the pump unit must be set such that
the vacuum pump is automatically switched off if:
- at the measurement point FS1 the service liquid
flow is below the minimum permitted service liquid
flow Br¡n (see Chapter 9)
or
- at the measurement point TSl the maximum
permitted temperature 12,.., (see Chapter 9) is ex-
ceeded.

The operator must ensure that technical operating

:"limits (see chapter 9) at all points are maintained.
 Maintenance, d
7.0 Maintenance, d¡sassembly,
assembly
Trained and appropriately skilled staff must carry out
the work described in this chapter.
Only authorised, skilled staff must carry out work on
electrical connections.
7.1 Requirements
The pump or pump package must have been shut
down as set out in chapter 6.
7.2 Safety measures
When assembling and disassembling the pump
particularly make sure that no toxic or aggressive
media can escape from open pipe work.
Secure the shut-off devices against unauthorised
operation.
Drain the pump before removing from the plant.
After draining, liquid may remain in the pump
which must be removed by flushing the pump with
a suitable liquid.
The electrical connections must be connected and
disconnected only after removal of corresponding
fuses.
7.3 Maintenance
The pump requires only limited maintenance.
However the following points must be observed:
. LPH. 50523 / 60527:
The antifriction bearings shall be re-lubricated af-
ter a certain number of operating hours, at least
after 6 months.
Paoe I of 1l 7
Operating Required quantity of
hours orease oer bearino
LPH. 50523: 3000 10q
LPH. 60527: I 000 15o
During delivery lithium - saponified grease, drop-
ping point approx. 180C, walk penetration
2651295mm/10 was used.
Execution with mechanical seal:
The mechanical seals do not require any mainte-
nance. Some leakage may be noticeable after se-
veral thousands hours operating if the wear parts
need replacing.
Execution with stuffing box:
In case the gland packing 46.10 - after long oper-
ating time and frequent retightening - should be
pressed to such an extent that the gland 45.20
abuts the stuffing box housing 45.10, the stuffing
box must be repacked. For this purpose pull out
the gland 45.20 that way that new gland packing
rings 46.'10 can be inserted. Bend apart carefully
the gland packing rings 46.10 and push over the
shaft without any pressure. The splices have to be
displaced against each other. Should the leakage
be higher, even after the repacking, than neces-
sary for the cooling, the whole stuffing box packing
has to be replaced by a new one.
ln case of danger of freezing, the pump, the liquid
separator and the pipe work must be drained. The
pump must be protected against corrosion / rust.
lf hard (high calcium content) water is used as se-
rvice liquid, the pump must be opened at least
every six months and the calcium deposits must
be removed.
The calcium deposits can be prevented if the ser-
vice liquid is dosed with a suitable agent. The
measures adopted depend on length of operation
and water quality. lf the pump will not be used for
extended periods, it must be drained and, if nec-
essary, protected against corrosion.
As contamination will accumulate in the pump and
in the liquid separator, both must be cleaned at
appropriate intervals.
 Maintenance, disassembly, a 2of11 7

7.4 Notes 7.5 Disassembly

7.4.1 Assembly tools

For the disassembly and assembly of the pump no
special tools are required.
A
7.4.2 Sealing surfaces and alignments

All parts of the pump especially the seaiing surfaces

@
Take care with dangerous media because even
and alignments must be handled with care to avoid after flushing the pump carefully, residues of the
damage and ensure trouble free operation. medium and / or the service liquid can remain in
dead spaces in the pump.
7.4.3 Spare parts
When ordering spare parts indicate the part-no.,
pump type and pump no. (Please see also annex or 7.5.1 Preparation for disassembly
type plate). Typical wear parts are marked by frames Proceed as follows:
in the sectional drawings. 1. Switch off the power supply of the motor.
2. Disconnect the motor.
-lr.'..,..
7.4.4 Motor specif¡cat¡on 3.
t-^_'i...
Drain the installation at least within the pump area
The electrical data for the motor are provided on the i.e. between the valves on the discharge- and suc-
motor type plate. tion side.
When ordering spare parts indicate pump type and 4. lf necessary, disconnect any measuring probes or
pump-no. (see also annex). control instruments and remove them.
5. Drain the pump.
7,4.5 Sectional drawings 6. Remove the pump unit from the plant.
The disassembly and assembly of the pumps are de- (^lv(4¿\1
7. lf necessary, flu-sh'the pump.
scribed in the sectional drawings (see annex).
8. Remove the coupling halves.

Disassembly of the pump

as follows:

The disassembly should always start from the non-drive side, i.e. from the axially fixed bearing.

LPH. 40106 / 40411 / 40516 (tvpe with mechanical seat):

1. Place the pump vertically (driving side lowest).
Loosen bolts 90.12 and 90.13 and take off the bearing cover 36.10. Loosen the safety tab washer g3.I 1 and re-
move the shaft nut 92.30.
2. Pull off the bearing housing 35.00 along with the antifriction bearing 3?.10. Remove the thrower 42.11. Loosen
the bolts91.40 and take off the shaft seal casing 44.10 with the státionary seal ring of the mechanical seal
43.31. Loosen the bolts 90.10 and remove the vacuum casing 10.60 with the guide disc 13.70. Loosen the rotat-
ing part of the mechanical seal 43.31 from the shaft 21.00 and withdraw.
Rotate the pump carefully, place it vertically (driving side upwards, support the shaft 21.00).
3. Remove the key 94.00. Loosen the bolts 90.1I and take off the bearing cover 36.00. Withdraw the bearing hous-
ing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.10. Remove the thrower 42.11. Loosen the bolts 91.40 and remove the
shaft seal casing 44.10 along with the stationary seal ring of the mechanical seal 43.30. Loosen the bolts 90.10
and remove the vacuum casing 10.60 with the guide disc 13.70. Free the rotating part of the mechanical seal
43.30 from the shaft 21.00 and remove. Take off the central body 10.90.
 M Paqe 3 of 11 Ghaoter 7

4. Loosen the lock washer 93.10 and remove the shaft nu|92.20. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.50. Take
off the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00.
5. Remove the O-rings 41.00 and 41.01 from the vacuum casings 10.60. lf necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and
91.41 and separate the guide discs 13.70 from the vacuum casings 10.60.

LPH. 40106 / 40411 / 40516 (tvpe with stuffinq box):

l. Place the pump vertically (driving side lowest).
Loosen the bolts 90.13 and take off the bearing cover 36.10. Loosen the safetytab washer 93.11 and remove
the shaft nut 92.30.
2. Pull off the bearing housing 35.00 along with the antifriction bearing 32.10. Loosen the bolts 91.42and take off
the bearing bracket 33.00. Remove the thrower 42.11. Loosen the nuts 92.00 slightly. Loosen the bolts 90.10
and remove the vacuum casing 10.60 with the guide disc 13.70, stuffing box housing 45.10 and gland 45.20.
Rotate the pump carefully, place it vertically (driving side upwards, support the shaft 21.00).
3. Remove the key 94.00. Loosen the bolts 90.1 1 and take off the bearing cover 36.00. Withdraw the bearing hous-
ing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.10. Loosen the bolts 91.42and take off the bearing bracket 33.00. Re-
move the thrower 42.11. Loosen the nuts 92.00 slightly. Loosen the bolts 90.10 and remove the vacuum casing
10.60 with the guide disc 13.70, stuffing box housing 45.10 and gland 45.20.
4. Remove the gland 45.20 from the stuffing box housing 45.10 and the stuffing box housing 45.10 from the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Press out the gland packing rings 46.10. Take off the central body 10.90.
5. Loosen the lock washer 93.10 and remove the shaft nut 92.20. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.50. Re-
move the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00.
6. Remove the O-rings 41.00 from the vacuum casings 10.60 and O-rings 41.01 from the stuffing box housings
45.10.|f necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and 91.41 and separate the guide discs 13.70 from the vaouum cas-
ings 10.60.

LPH. 50523 { 60527 (tupe with mechanical seal):

l. Place the pump vertically (driving side lowest)
Loosen bolts 90.12 and 90.13 and take off the. bearing covef 3-6.10. Loosen the safety tab washer 93.1 I and re-
¡u¿{a rtrAn4.¡iro lf olxTr¿.¿¿iovt
move the shaft nut 92.30. Loosen the withdtawal sleéve 52.80 by tightening the shaft nut 92.31 (receivable as
f nluYccin-'cn-ro
acce-ssories) and take off.
llelf rYL a 1o lu,.lO
Z. 'püll off the bearing housing 35.00 ájériú'witn tne antifriction bearing 32.02, spacer 52.St anO radial shaft seal
ring 42.1t . Remove the thrower 50.70. Loosen the bolts 91.40 and take off the shaft seal casing 44.10 with sta-
tionary seal ring of the mechanical seal 43.31. Loosen the bolts 90.10 and remove the vacuum casing 10.10 with
the guide disc 13.70. Loosen the rotating part of the mechanical seal 43.31 from the shaft 21.00 and withdraw.
Take off the spacer 52.50.
Rotate the pump carefully, place it vertically (driving r¡0"\rithÍo'i'!íppo.t the shaft 21.00).
3. Remove the key 94.00. Loosen the bolts 90.11 and take off the bearing cover 36.00 with the radial shaft seal
ring 42.10. Withdraw the bearing housing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.01 and the radial shaft seal ring
42.11- Remove the thrower 50.70. Loosen the bolts 91.40 and remove the shaft sealcasing 44.10 along with the
stationary seal ring of the mechanicalseal43.30. Loosen the bolts 90.10 and remove the vacuum casing 10.10
with the guide disc 13.70. Free the rotating part of the mechanical seal +g.g0 from the shaft 21.00 and ,"ror".
Take off the spacer 52.50. Take off the central body 10.90.
4. Loosen the lock washer or threaded pin 93.10 and remove the shaft nut92.20. Withdraw the vane-wheel impel-
ler 23.50. Remove the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00.
5. Remove the O-rings 41.00 and 41.01 from the vacuum casings 10.10. lf necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and
91 .81 and separate the guide discs 13.70 from the vacuum casings 10.10.
 LPH. 50523 / 60527 (tvpe with stuffinq box):
1. Place the pump vertically (driving side lowest).
Loosen the bolts 90.13 and take off the bearing cover 36.10. Loosen the safetytab washer g3.11 and remove
the shaft nut 92.30. Loosen the withdrawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening the shaft nut g2.31 (receivable as acces-
sories) and take off.
2. Loosen the bolts 90.12 and take off the bearing bracket 33.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.02, the spacer
52-51, bearing cover 36.02 and the radial shaft seal ring 42.11. Remove the thrower 50.70. Loosen the nuts
92.00 slightly. Loosen the bolts 90.10 and remove the vacuum casing 10.10 with the guide disc 13.70, stuffing
box housing 45.10 and gland 45.20.
Rotate the pump carefully / place it vertically (driving side upwards, support the shaft 21.00).
3. Remove the key 94.00. Loosen the screws 90.13 and take off the bearing cover 36.00 with the radial shaft seal
ring 42.10. Loosen the bolts 90.12 and take off the bearing bracket 33.00 with the antifriction bearing 12.01,
bearing cover 36.0'l and radial shaft seal ring 42.11. Remove the thrower 50.70. Loosen the nuts 92.00 sligh¡y.
Loosen the bolts 90.10 and remove the vacuum casing 10.10 with the guide disc 13.70, stuffing box housing
45.10 and gland 45.20.
4. Remove the glands 45.20 from the stuffing box housings 45.10 and the stuffing box housings 45.10 from the
vacuum casings 10.10. Press out the gland packing rings 46.10 and the lantern ring 45.80. Take off the central .1
I
body 10.90. i,
i;
5. Loosen the lockwasherorthreaded pin 93.10 and removethe shaft nutg2.2O. Withdrawthe vane-wheel impel-
ler 23.50. Remove the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00.
6. Remove the O-rings41.00 and 41.01 from the vacuum casings 10.10. lf necessary, loosen the bolts g1.80 and
91.81 and separate the guide discs 13.70 from the vacuum casings 10.10.

7.6 Assembly

7.6.1 Preparation for assembly

1. Clean carefully all pump parts.
Make surq-Jhat the sealing surfaces have no grooves and the guide disc is perfectly flat. If necessary, the guide
&*"
disc must bé ground on a levelling plate by means of abrasive cloth. , r
2. Coatthe running surface of the guide disc as well as threads ,"0 Í¡i{i"-íí"(*"*."pt the seating fittings) with Mo-
lykote lubrication paste.
3. During assembly no foreign matter must enter the pump.
4. Use appropriate clamps / vices for clamping the parts for assembly.

7 .6.2 Tightening torques

When tightening the bolts and nuts the following tightening torques must be observed:

M6 MB M10 M12 M16 M20 M24 M30

(Nm) lNm) lNm) (Nm) (Nm) lNm) lNm) (Nm)
Bolts under pressure 8,5 12 25 40 90 175 300 500
 Main ASSE
7.6.3 Assembly of the pump
Proceed as follows:
LPH. 40106 I 40411 I 40516
(tvpe with mechanical seal):
'1. lf one or more pañs are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impeller must be adjusted in such a way
that the gap between the vane-wheel impeller and
the guide discs amounts to half the total play
each.
The total play amounts to 0,3 mm.
2. Attach the guide discs 13.70 with bolts 91.80 and
91.41 to the vacuum casings 10.60. Make sure
that at the vacuum casing 10.60 (suction side) the
large suction port is attached and that at the vac-
uum casing '10.60 (discharge side)the small pres-
sure port is attached on the flange side.
3. Clamp the shaft 21.00 with the drive side lowest
up to the shoulder with diameter 45.
4. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
Ensure that the direction of rotation of the coil
spring is correct.
Direction of rotation of the shaft
Push the rotating part of the mechanical seal
43.31 up to the shoulder of the shaft.
Mechanical seal independent on direction of
rotation:
Push the rotating part of the mechanical seal
43.31 up to the shoulder of the shaft 21.00 and
secure it.
5. Put on the previously assembled vacuum casing
10.60 (discharge side) with the guide disc 13.70 to
the front. lnsert the stationary seal ring of the me-
chanical seal 43.31 in the shaft seal casing 44.10.
Insert the O-ring 41.01 into the groove of the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Attach the shaft seal casing
44.10 with bolts 91.40 to the vacuum casing
10.60. lnstall the thrower 42.11 on the shaft 21.00.
Insert the bearing housing 35.00 in the vacuum
casing 10.60.
5of11 7
6. lnsert the antifriction bearing 32.10 into the bear-
ing housing 35.00 and press fit onto the shaft
21.00, secure with the safety tab washer93.l1
and shaft nut 92.30. Loosely secure the bearing
cover 36.10 with bolts 90.12 to the vacuum casing
10.60 so that the drain hole points to the feet of
the casing. Rotate the pump carefully through
180'so that the driving side is uppermost.
7. lnsert the key 94.01 into the corresponding groove
of the shaft 21.00. Push the impeller 23.50 onto
the shaft 21.00 and secure it with the shaft nut
92.20 and lock washer 93.10. The vanes of the
impeller must point in the direction of rotation.
8. lnsert the O-ring 41.00 into the groove of the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Place the central body 10.90
on the vacuum casing 10.60 such that the arrow
on the side of the central body 10.90 points in the
direction of the flange and attach loosely with bolts
90.1 0.
9. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
l ArrENroñ
Ensure that the direction of rotation of the coil
spring is correct.
Direction of rotation of the shaft
Push the rotating part of the mechanical seal
43.30 against the shaft nut 92.20.
Mechanical seal independent on direqüpn gf
rotation:
Push the rotating part of the mechanical seal
43.30 against the shaft nut92.20 and secure.
l0.lnsert the O-ring 41 .00 into the groove of the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Locate the previously assem-
bled vacuum casing 10.60 (suction side) with the
guide disc 13.70 to the front on the central body
10.90 and secure loosely with bolts 90.10. Make
sure that the O-ring 41.00 is correctly positioned in
the groove. lnsert the stationary seal ring of the
mechanical seal 43.30 in the shaft seal casing
44.10. lnsert the O-ring 41.01 into the groove of
the vacuum casing 10.60. Attach the shaft seal
casing 44.10lo the vacuum casing 10.60 with the
bolts 91.40. Locate the thrower 42.11 on the shaft
 21.00. lnsert the bearing housing 35.00 in the
vacuum casing 10.60.
11.lnsert the antifriction bearing 32.10 into the bear-
ing housing 35.00 and press fit onto the shaft
21.00. Attach the bearing cover 36.00 with bolts
90.11 to the vacuum casing 10.60 so that the
drain hole points to the feet of the casing.
12.Place the pump horizontally with the pump feet on
a level surface and tighten all bolts 90.10 moving
sequentially across the pump when tightening to
ensure even pressure.
13.The amount of total play in the rotating parts can
be established by adjusting the botts 90.12 and
90.13 till the impeller contacts the casing. The
amount of play can be established with a clock
gauge at the end of the shaft. The rotating ele-
ments are adjusted to the mid point of play again
by means of the bolts 90.12 and 90.13 where by
the previously tightened bolts are loosened and
the opposite bolts tightened until the measuring
gauge shows he required play.
l4.lnstall the coupling halves and after testing the
pump (see chapter 7.8) install the pump in the
plant.
LPH. 40106 / 40411 / 40516
(tvoe with stuffinq box):
1. lf one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impet-
ler, the impeller must be adjusted in such a way
that the gap between the vane-wheel impeller and
the guide discs amounts to half the total play
each.
Thétotal play amounts to 0,3 mm.
2. Attach the guide discs 13.70 with bolts 91.80 and
91.41 to thé vacuum casings 10.60. Make sure
that at the vacuum casing 10.60 (suction side) the
large su$tion port is attached and that at the vac-
uum casfng 10.60 (discharge side) the small pres-
sure port is attached on the flange side.
3. lnsert the O-rings 41.01 into the grooves of the
stuffing box housings 45.10. Attach the stuffing
box housings 45.10 with bolts 90.14 to the vac-
uum casings 10.60. lnsert three gland packing
rings each 46.'10 into the stuffing box housings
45.10. Screw in the stud screws 90.20. put on the
glands 45.20 and tighten slightty.
4. Clamp the shaft 21.00 with the drive side lowest
up to the shoulder with diameter a45.
5. Put on the previously assembled vacuum casing
10.60 (discharge side)with the guide disc 13.70 to
the front. Install the thrower 42.11 on the shaft
21.00. Attach the bearing bracket 33.00 with botts
91.42 to the vacuum casing 10.60 so that the
drain hole points to the feet of the casing. Insert
the bearing housing 35.00 into the bearing bracket
33.00.
6. lnsert the antifriction bearing 32.10 into the bear-
ing housing 35.00 and press it fit onto the shaft
21.00, attach with safety tab washer 93.11 and
shaft nut 92.30 and secure.
7. Loosely secure the bearing cover 36.10 with bolts
90.12 to the vacuum casing 10.60 so that the
drain hole points to the feet of the casing. Rotate
the pump carefully through 180"so that the driving
side is uppermost.
B. lnsert the key 94.01 into the corresponding groove
of the shaft 21.00. Push the impetter 23.50 on the
shaft 21.00 and secure it with the shaft nut g2.20
and lock washer 93.10. The vanes of the impeller
must point in the direction of rotation.
9. lnsert the O-ring 41.00 into the groove of the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Place the central body 10.90
on tfe vacuum casing 10.60 such that the arrow
on the side of the central body 10.90 points in the
direction of the flange and attach loosely with bolts
90.10.
10.lnsert the O-ring 41.00 into the groove of the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Locate the previously assem-
bled vacuum casing 10.60 (suction side) with the
guide disc 13.70 to the front, on the central body
10.90 and secure loosely with botts 90.10. Make
sure that the O-ring 41.00 is correctly positioned in
the groove. Locate the thrower 42.11 on the shaft
21.00. Attach the bearing bracket 33.00 with botts
91.42 to the vacuum casing 10.60 so that the
drain hole póints to the feet of the casing 35.00.
lnsert the bearing housing 35.00 into the bearing
bracket 33.00.
11.lnsert the antifriction bearing 32.10 in the bearing
casing 35.00 and press fit onto the shaft 21.00. At-
tach the bearing cover 36.00 with bolts g0.l'i to
the vacuum casing 10.60 so that the drain hole
points to the feet of the casing.
 Maintenance. disassem
12.Place the pump horizontally with the pump feet on
a level surface and tighten all bolts 90.10 moving
sequentially across the pump when tightening to
ensure even pressure.
13.The amount of total play in the rotating parts can
be established by adjusting the bolts 90.12 and
90.13 till the impeller contacts the casing. The
amount of the play can be established with a clock
gauge at the end of the shaft. The rotating ele-
ments are adjusted to the mid point of play again
by means of the bolts 90.12 and 90.13 whereby
the previously tightened bolts are loosened and
the opposite bolts tightened until the measuring
gauge shows the required play.
l4.Mount the coupling guards 68.10 to the bearing
brackets 33.00. lnstall the coupling halves and af-
ter testing the pump (see chapter 7.8) install the
pump in the plant.
LPH. 50523 / 60527
(tvpe with mechanical seal):
1. lf one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impe-ller must be adjusted in such a way
thattheEá'p'6tt*""nthe,vans,--lshse[nqp-qll9-¡and
the guide discs amounts to half the total play
each.
The total play amounts to:
0,30 mm with type LPH.5O523
0,35 mm with type 1PH.60527.
2. Mount the valve plates 75.11and the cover sheets
58.01 with the bolts 90.14 to the guide discs
13.70. Mount the guide discs 13.70 with bolts
91.80 and 91.81 to the vacuum casings 10.10.
(d r,tt v
Plea$e adhere to the right position of the bolt
91.81 in any case in order to avoid any damage to
mechanicalseal.
Make sure that at the vacuum casing 10.10 (suc-
tion side) the larger suction port is attached and
that at the vacuum casing 10.10 (discharge side)
the small pressure port is attached to the flange
side.
I
lr.
i
7 ot11 Ghapter 7
3. Settinq dimensiqn of the vane-wheel impeller
LPH. 50523:
2100 23.50 93.10 9220
LPH 60527:
2100 23.50 32.20 S3.10
Loosely screw the lock washer 93.10 (only with ty-
pe LPHX 50523) and shaft nut 92.20 on the non-
driving side of the shaft 21.00.lnsert the key 94.01
into the groove of the shaft 21.00. Push the impel-
ler 23.50 onto the shaft 21.00 (observe the setting
dimension). The vanes of the impeller must point
in the direction of rotation. Put on the second lock
washer 93.10 (only with type LPHX 50523) and
the shaft nu|92.20 and secure by the lock wash-
ers 93.10 (LPHX 50523) or threaded pins 93.10
(LPHX 60527).
4. Mechanical seal independent on direction of
rotation:
Push the spacer 52.50 and the rotating part of the
mechanical seal 43.30 on the shaft 21.00 and se-
cure.
5. Put on the previously assembled vacuum casing
10.10 (discharge side) with the guide disc 13.70 to
the front. lnsert the previously mounted shaft
21.00 with the driving side upwards. lnsert the O-
ring 41.00 into tne "dñtirft of the vacuum casing
10.10 (discharge side). Place the central body
'10.90 and dóSfi,omount with bolts 90.10 to the
vacuum casing 10.10. lnsert the O-ring 41.00 into
the oroove of the vacuum casino 10.10 (suction
- ,,'* ?c^1ü áe a Fo'ia
side). For a safe foothold the O-ring can be in-
serted with grease. Put the previously assembled
vacuum casing 10.10 (suction side) with the guide
disc 13.70 to the front on the central body 10.90
and loosely mount with the bolts 90.10.
 disassemblv. assem Paqe I of l1 7

6. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation mechanical seal43.31 on the shaft 21.00 and se-
cure.
10.lnse¡1 the stationary seal ring of the mechanical
Observe the right direction of rotation of the coil seal 43.31 in the shaft seal casing 44.10. lnsert
jyg'/i r'* a{ér f
spring. 'v"ri¡, *lí& ' the O-ring 41.01 into the groove of the vacuum
casing 10.10. lnsert the shaft seal casing 44.10 in
the vacuum casing 10.10 and mount with bolts
91.40 to the vacuum casing 10.10. When doing so
the through borings of the shaft seal casing 44.10
Direction of rotation of the shaft
must align with the threaded holes of the vacuum
Push the spacer 52.50 and the rotating part of the
casing 10.10. Put the thrower 50.70 on the shaft
mechanical seal 43.30 up against the shaft nut
21.00.lnsert the radial shaft seal ring 42.11inthe
92.20.
bearing housing 35.00. lnsert the bearing housing
7. lnsert the stationary seal ring of the mechanical
35.00 in the vacuum casing 10.10.
seal 43.30 in the shaft seal casing 44.10. lnsert
11.Push the spacer 52.51 on the shaft 21.00. Press
the O-ring 41.01 into the groove of the vacuum
the antifriction bearing 32.02 in the bearing hous-
casing 10.10. Mount the shaft seal casing 44.10
ing 35.00. Withdraw the withdrawal sleeve 52.80,
with bolts 91.40 to the vacuum casing 10.10.
tighten with the safety tab washer 93.11 and shaft
When doing so the through borings of the shaft
nut 92.30 and secure. Put on the bearing cover
seal casing 44.10 must align wit the threaded
36.10. Screw only loosely the bolts 90.12 and
holes borings of the vacuum casing 10.10. Put the
90.13 for the bearing cover mounting and nof.
thrower 50.70 on the shaft 21.00.lnsert the radial
tighten.
shaft seal ring 42.1'1 in the bearing housing 35.00.
12.Place the pump horizontally with the pump feet on
lnsert the bearing housing 35.00 in the vacuum
a level surface and tighten all bolts 90.10 moving
casing'10.'10.
sequentially across the pump when tightening to
B. Press the antifriction bearing 32.01 in the bearing
ensure even pressure.
housing 35.00. lnsert the radial shaft seal ring
l3.The amount of total play in the rotating parts can
42.10 in the bearing cover 36.00. Mount the bear-
be established by adjusting the bolts 90.12 and
ing cover 36.00 with bolts 90.11 to the vacuum
90.13 till the impeller contacts the casing. The
casing 10.10 so that the drain hole points to the
amount of the play can be established with a clock
feet of the casing. Rotate the pump carefully
gauge at the end of the shaft. The rotating ele-
through 180'qp that the driving side is downward.
ments are adjusted to the mid point of play again
9. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
by means of the bolts 90.12 and 90.13 whereby
the previously tightened bolts are loosened and
lArrENnoñl
the opposite bolts tightened until the measuring
Observe the right direction of rotation of the coil
gauge shows the required play.
spring.
l4.lnstall the coupling"ñlrfféL'rno after testing the
pump (see chapter 7.8) install the pump in the
plant.

Direction of rotation of the shaft

Push the spacer 52.50 and the rotating part of the
mechanical seal 43.31 up against the shaft nut
92.20.
Mechanical seal independent on direction of
rotation:
Push the spacer 52.50 and the rotating part of the
 disassemblv. assem
LPH. 50523 / 60527
(tvpe with stuffinq box):
1. lf one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impeller must be adjusted in such a way
that the gap between the vane-wheel impeller and
the guide discs amounts to half the total play
each.
The total play amounts to:
0,30 mm with type LPH. 50523,
0,35 mm with type LPH. 60527.
2. Mount the valve plates 75.11 and cover sheets
58.01 with bolts 90.14 to the guide discs 13.70.
Mount the guide discs 13.70 with bolts 91.80 and
91.81 to the vacuum casings 10.10.
Observe the right position of the bolt 91.81 in or-
der to avoid any damage ts the mechanical seal.
Make sure that at the vacuum casing 10.10 (suc-
tion side) the larger suction port is attached and
that at the vacuum casing 10.10 (discharge side)
the small pressure port is attached to the flange
side.
3. lnsert the O-rings 41.01 into the grooves of the
vacuum casings 10.10. Mount the stuffing box
housings 45.10 with bolts 90.'11 to the vacuum
casings 10.10. Insert two gland packing rings
46.10,lantern ring 45.80 and three gland packing
rings 46.10 each into the stuffing box housings
45.10. Screw in the stud screws 90.20. Put on the
glands 45.20 and tighten slightly.
4. Settinq dimension of the vane-wheel imñller
LPH.50523:
tflu1e,rlo
23.50 S2.20 93.10
Screw loosely the lock washer 93.10 (only §pe
LPHX 50523) and shaft nut 92.20 on the non-
driving side of the shaft 21.00. lnsert the key 94.01
9 of l1 7
'into
the groove of the shaft 21.00. Push the vane-
wheel impeller 23.50 on the shaft 21.00 (observe
setting dimension). The vanes of the impeller must
point in the direction of rotation. Put on second
lock washer 93.10 (only type LPHX 50523) and
shaft nut 92.20 and secure by lock washers 93.10
(LPHX 50523) or threaded pins 93.10 (LPHX
60527).
5. Put on the previdusly assembled vacuum casing
10.10 (discharge side)with the guide disc 13.70 to
the front. lnsert the previously mounted shaft
21.00 with the driving side upwards. Insert the O-
ring 4L00 into the groove of the vacuum casing
10.10 (discharge side). Place the central body
10.90 and loosely mount with bolts 90.10 to the
vacuum casing 10.10. lnsert the O-ring 41.00 into
the groove of the vacuum casing 10.10 (suction
side). For a safe foothold the O-ring can be in-
serted with grease. Put the previously mounted
vacuum casing 10.10 (suction side) with the guide
disc 13.70 to the front on the central body 10.90
and loosely mount with the bolts 90.10.
b. Put the thrower 50.70 on the shaft 21.00. lnsert
the radial shaft seal ring 42.11 in the bearing co-
ver 36.01. Push the bearing cover 36.01 on the
shaft 21.00. Attach the bearing bracket 33.00 with
bolis 90.12 to the vacuum casing 10.10 so that the
drain hole points to the casing feet.
7. Press the antifriction bearing 32.01 in the bearing
bracket 33.00. lnsert the radial shaft seal ring
42.10 in the bearing cover 36.00. Mount the bear-
ing covers 36.00 and 36.01 with bolts 90.13 to the
bearing bracket 33.00. Rotate the pump carefully
through 180'so that the driving side is downward.
8. Put the thrower 50.70 on the shaft 21.00. lnsert
the radial shaft seal ring 42.11 in the bearing cov-
ers 36.02. Push the bearing cover 36.02 on the
shaft 21.00. Mount the bearing bracket 33.00 with
bolts 90.1 2 to the vacuum casing I 0.1 0 so thai the
drain hole points to the casing feet.
9. Push the spacer 52.51 on the shaft 21.00. Press
the antifriction bearing 32.02 in the bearing
bracket 33.00. Withdraw the withdrawal sleeve
52.80, tighten with the safety tab washer 93.11
and shaft nut 92.30 and secure. Put on the bear-
ing cover 36.10. Screw only loosely the bolts 90.13
for the bearing cover mounting and nof tighten.
 disa l0 of 11 7

l0.Place the pump horizontally with the pump feet on 7,7 Antifrictionbearings
a level surface and tighten all bolts 90.10 moving
sequentially across the pump when tightening to 7.7.1 Lubrication
ensure even pressure. LPH. 40106 / 40411 / 40516:
11.The amount of total play in the rotating parts can The bearings are greased for life and must not be
be established by adjusting the bolts 90.13 titt the greased.
impeller contacts the casing. The amount of the LPH. 50523 / 60527:
play can be established with a clock gauge at the First lubrication shall be made after cleaning of the
end of the shaft. The rotating elements are ad- bearing and free chambers'.
justed to the mid point of play again by means of The bearing is completely filled by grease and the
.:.the bolts 90.13 whereby the previously tightened free chamber in the casing only partly that means be-
tween 30 and 50%.
rlibdts are loosened and the opposite bolts tight-
ened until the measuring gauge shows the re- Type of lubrication see chapter 7.3.
quired play. Tighten the glands. ln case the bearing is mounted in warm condition, the

12.Mount the coupling guards 68.10 to the bearing lubrication should be made after getting cold.

brackets 33.00. Put on the coupling halves and af-

ter testing the pump (see chapter 7.8) install the-
7.7.2 Replacement of the antifriction
pump in the plant. bearings
Preparation for disassembly please see chapter
7.5.1.

LPH. 40106 I 40411 t 40516:

1. Antifriction bearino 32.10 - drivinq side:
Remove the key 94.00 and the bearing cover
36.00 by loosening the bolts 90.11. Withdraw the
bearing housing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing
32.10 from the shaft 21.00. Press out the antifric-
tion bearing 32.10 from the bearing housing 35.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.

Remove the bearing cover 36.10 by loosening the

bolts 90.12 and 90.13. Loosen the safety tab
washer 93.11 and remove the shaft nut 92.30.
Withdraw the bearing housing 35.00 with the anti-
friction bearing 32.10. Press out the antifriction
bearing 32.10 from the bearing housing 35.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.
When doing so observe the following:
The setting of the rotor must be remade ac-
cording to chapter 7.6.3 point'13.

LPH. 50523 / 60527 (tvpe with mechanical seat):

1. Antifriction bearinq 32.01 - drivinq side:
Remove the key 94.00 and the bearing cover
36.00 with the radial shaft seal ring 42.10 by loos-
':iii ening the bolts 90.11. Withdraw the bearing hous-
ing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.0'l and
radial shaft seal ring 42.11 from the shaft 21.00.
Press out the antifriction bearing 32.d1 from the
 Maintenance. disassembl 11 of 11 Chapter 7

bearing housing 35.00. 7.8 Test work

Assembly is the reverse of the above.
2. Antifriction bearinq 32.02 - non-drivinq side: ATTENTION
Remove the bearing cover 36.10 by loosening the Do not operate the pump without liquid !

bolts 90.12 and 90.'13. Loosen the safety tab

washer 93.1l and remove the shaft nut 92.30.
Loosen the withdrawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening
the shaft nut 92.31 (obtainable as accessories).
Withdraw the bearing housing 35.00 with the anti-
friction bearing 32.02, spacer 52.51 and radial
shaft seal ring 42.11. Press out the antifriction
bearing 32.02from the bearing housing 35.00.
After the assembly the following test work must be
carried out:
1. Check the ease of movement of the pump rotating
parts by turning the shaft end.
Should the pump jam, the impeller is probably in-
correctly adjusted. The mistake must be rectified.

Assembly is the reverse of the above. 2. Make a hydrostatic test.

When doing so observe the following:
The setting of the rotor must be remade ac-
cording to the chapter 7.6.3 point 13.
3.
For a test with water the pressure should be 3 bar.
Drain the pump.
Undertake a leak test using a foaming agent.

The shaft nut 92.31 must not remain in the

pump.

LPH. 50523 / 60527 (tvpe with stuffinq box):

1. Antifriction bearinq 32.01 - drivinq side:
Remove the key 94.00. Loosen the bolts 90:13
and take off the bearing cover 36.00 with radial
shaft seal ring 42.10. Loosen the bolts 90.12 and
withdraw the bearing bracket 33.00 with antifric-
tion bearing 32.01 and bearing cover 36.01 with
radial shaft seal ring 42.11 . Loosen the bolts 90.13
and take of the bearing cover 36.01. Press out the
antifriction bearing 32.01 from the bearing bracket
33.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.
2. Antifriction bearinq 32.02 - non-drivino side:
Remove the bearing cover 36.'10 by loosening the
bolts 90.'13. Loosen the safety tab washer 93.11
and remove the shaft nut 92.30. Loosen the with-
drawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening the shaft nut
92.31 (obtainable as accessories) and take off.
Loosen the bolts 90.12 and remove the bearing
bracket 33.00 with antifriction bearing 32.02,
spacer 52.51, bearing cover 36.02 and radial shaft
seal ring 42.11. Loosen the bolts 90.13 and take
off the bearing cover 36.02. Press out the antifric-
tion bearing 32.02from the bearing bracket 33.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.
When doing so the following must be observed:
The setting of the rotor must be remade ac-
cording to chapter 7.6.3 point 11.
The shaft nut 92.31 must not remain in the
pump.
 l of I Cha 8

8.0 Help in case of problems

Fault finding and elimination must be carried out only by traindd and skilled staff.

8.1 Requirements
It is essential for the proper operation of the pump that the instructions for installation and starting-up of the pump
set out in chapters 5 and 6, are followed.
The differertt modes of operation of the pump are described in chapter 3.

8.2 Troubleshooting
Problem
lnsufficient suction volume
flow in the pump
Pump causes creaking noise
(cavitation)
Liquid at the gas outlet M¡
Execution with mechanical seal:
Escape of liquid from the
mechanicalseal
Cause
Suction line leaking.
Suction volume flow decreases as result
of increased service Iiquid temperature
(Values indicated in the manual refer to
water at15 "C)
Deposit formation in the pump
The pump runs at considerably lower
suction pressures than indicated in the
manual.
Service liquid temperature is higher than Lower the temperature of the service liquid
determined in the annex.
Make-uo liouid flow F too oreat
Drain liquid flow A too small, overflow
cloooed
Mechanical seal is leaky.
Elimination
Check the flange connections and
if necessary retighten them.
lf necessarv reolace the seal.
Lower the temperature of the service liquid
by increasing the make-up liquid flow or by
increasing the cooling liquid flow in the
heat exchanqer.
Check the pump for contamination and
deposits.
Clean the pump.
lf necessary, take precautions to inhibit
deoosit formation.
lnstall cavitation protection (see chapter 3).
by increasing the make-up liquid flow or by
increasing the cooling liquid flow in the
heat exchanoer.
Throttle the make-up liquid flow.
Check the overflow for sufficient clear-
ance/anv cloqqinq, eliminate the blockaoe
Change the mechanical seal
(assembly and disassembly instruction are
set out in chapter 7).
lf the sliding surfaces are damaged by

Execution with
Escape of liquid out of the The leakage is greater than necessary Stop the pump.
stuffinq box for coolino of the stuffinq box. Retighten the gland very slightly.
Stuffing box becomes too The stuffing box is heated up by more Stop the pump.
warrn than 20"C compared with the operating Loosen the gland and then tighten it again
temEerature. verv sliohtlv.
 Technical data, annex l of 3 Chaoters 9 and 10

9.0 Technical data

9.1 Catalogue data of the pump

In the annex the operating data are set out for the liquid ring vacuum pump based on the conditions set out in the
manual (gas handled: air at 20 C, service liquid: water at 15 C).

9.2 Make-up liquid flow

ln the annex the make-up liquid flows F are set out for combined operation (KB) and for make-up liquid operation
(FB) when using water as service liquid.
The make-up liquid flows indicated in the column differences in temperature are applicable for the compression of
dry gases. If condensing vapours are compressed, the make-up liquid flows increase because, in addition, the la-
tent heat released on condensation must be eliminated.

9.3 Operating limit data

a For Category 2operation, the operating limits set out in Section 9.6.2 must be observed.
a For Category 1 operation, the additional operating instruction Ex 1Gl2G must be applied and observed.

/acuum pump / compressor: LPH LPH LPH

unit 40106 lmi¡¡l40516 50s23 60527
¡in. suction pressure rnbar 150 120
¡ermissible diseharge overpressure bar 0.8 '1.5 1.5 1.5
rermissible pressure max mbar 1500 I 1500 1500 or 12003)
I
I

Jifference between rzoo')

;uction and discharge side min mbar 200 200
inlet
nax. gas dry C 240 or 2002\ 240 200
.emperature vapour saturated C 120 or 1OO2) 120 100
rin. diameter of pulley mm 160 200 or 2503) 200
nax. speed rpm 1740 I 1750 1740 1740

liquid
;ervice max. C 100 or 80
2) '100 80
.emperature min. C 10 10 10

nax. service liquid density kg/m3 1200 1200

nax. service liquid viscosity mm2/s 90 90

)_ in material design 48
= '/ = when operating as compressor 'r = at 60 Hz
Absolute pressures [mbar] Overpressures [bar]
Table 9.3: Operating limits
 Technical data. annex Paqe 2 of 3 Chapters 9 and '10

The surface temperatures on the outside surfaces of the pump result from the temperature of the pumping medium
or of the service liquid. Depending on the operating conditions, the temperature rise of the service liquid will be
about 5 - 20 C when passing through the pump.

9.4 Permitted nozzle loadings

Forces Fx, Fy, Fz [N] Moments Mx, My, Mz [Nm]

LPH.40106: 320 100

1PH.40411t40516: 430 140
LPH,50523: 510 200
LPH. 60527; 1 000 360

9.5 Type codes

The following table sets out the Sterling SlHl-type code (extract from the standard delivery programme).
series + size hydraulics + bearings shaft sealing material design casing seal
001 Gland packing,
simple execution OA main parts of 0.6025

A¡ 1. hydraulic
041 Gland packing, OB main parts of 0.6025
double execution no parts of non-ferrous metal
r$ 2 grease lubricated 1 o-ring
antifriction bearings AG. mechanical seal, sz as 0B, but guide discs and im-
SlHl type FK peller of stainless steel

AF. mechanical seal, maÍn parts of stainless steel

SlHl type GNZ
401 06
LPH 40411 AB 001, AG., AFr OA, OB, SZ, 48 1

4051 6
LPH 50523 AB 041. AGo. AFo OA, OE, SZ,48 I
LPH 60527 AB 041. AG.. AF. OB, SZ, 48 1
 Technical data, annex Paqe 3 of 3 Chapters 9 and 10

9.6 Explosion protect¡on

9.6.1 Pump internals

It is possible that occasionally, inflammable media may be present in the pump and that in such circumstances,
conformity with Category 2 of Directive 94l9lEG is required. The operator must then ensure that the following limits
are not exceeded:
o - Gas inlet temperature t1,r",
- Gas outlet temperature t2,.",
- Service liquid temperature ts,..,
. The temperature limits are quoted in Section 9.6.2 independent of the requested temperature class.
. The temperature data is valid for water as service liquid.
When using service liquids other than water, the operator must ensure that at all operating points of the com-
pressor, the media temperature does not approach its ignition temperature.

lf monitoring the service liquid supply is used for safety control for category 2 (see chapter 3), the service liquid flow
must not fall below the following min. permissible flow.

Minimum permissible service liquid flow

Br¡n [m'/h]

1PH.40106 I 40411 0.16

1PH.40516: 0.36
LPH. 50523: 0.60
LPH.60527,. 0.76

9.6.2 Temperature Class

ln the table, the temperature classes (according to EN 13463-1 ) are set out as well as the corresponding maximum
permissible temperature of the medium being evacuated and/or of the service liquid.

Maximum permitted gas outlet temperature 12,,",

Maximum permitted or
gas inlet temperature t1,.", Maximum permitted service liquid temperature ts,r*

T3 150C * 100 c .)
T4 100 c 100 c
T5 80c 80c
T6 65C 65C
") The limits in Section 9.3 must also be observed.

10.0 Annex
- Sectional drawings
- Dimension tables
- Operating data, make-up water flows
- Certificate of conformity
 Sectional drawinos I of 6 Annex

LPH. 40106 I 40411 / 40516 with mechanical seal according to DIN EN 12756, design K, form U (L1k-GLRD):

O
q
(o
cf)

-.
O c- =
o) O
rQ q
(o cr)
O
s. LO o)
\t
\t O
-q
O o)
ra)
ci

ñe
N Cr)
o) ct)

O
q
\t

o?
\t ce
\t
o) N
O
O ol
q O
O o)
s
O -N
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lr)
m O
O -N
-
('O
cr)
cr)

N
\.
O O-
O) cD i-
ñ c.j
o) o)

1) design for teflon sealing

2) not for LPHX 40516

Spare Part Designation: tPosJ.lol t1o^oo_l complete spare parts kit hydraulic
l7o'oo l complete spare parts kit shaft

l-Ze.eTl complete spare parts kit basic repair

 Sectional 2ofG Annex

LPH.40106 I 40411 I 40516 with gland packing:

O
q
(o
cf)

O
o'{
LO
\t
\T
\.
O
C,)

O
\:
LO
\f
On
N=
ñ e.t
o) o)

O
q
o)

nO
ts c.l
o c.j
oo) O
(-o
O
-q
o) O
N -(o
-q
\t
C) o)
a
rr)
cr) O
-N
\. \t
@
O (o O
q .'
rf) N
(r)
O CD

-
(c O-
cr) (r)
-
ñ c.j
N
s:
CD O)

O
o) CJ
o)
*) not
for LPHX 40516

Spare Part Designation: l Pos-Nofl t-10^001 complete spare parts kit hydraulic
I
I-20^00 complete spare parts kit shaft

f4999 I complete spare parts kit basic repair

 Sectional drawinos Paoe 3 of 6 Annex

O
O
(o
cf)

c)
\t
O)

O
\.
\t
\t O
On 0?
N= cr)
ñ c.j \t
o)o)

ñ
qqq
-l-C)@
o)o)o
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r.c,
N
c)
r-C)

ñ
r.r)

cr)
crj
\t O
O
\t
c) c)
O \t O

o
i \
tiil-a---
-Lo
N
o
ctr) C\i
CD
\t
NO
a oco
N
lr)
ññ
(r)[r)

O
\: CD

(o §i
cr)
o)

N
O 3=
o) ñ c.j
o)(})

1) design for teflon sealing

2) casing sealing

Spare Part Designation: f20^001 complete spare parts kit shaft

f49^99 I complete spare parts kit basic repair
 Sectional d 4of6 Annex

LPH. 50523 with gland packing:

o
o
@
CD

c)
c?
cr)
(o
O
N
o t.r)
€i \t
cr)

OO
\tO O
cr)
Lriñ
r.r)o)
o
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O §
O)
o
o
\.
@
L.i

Oa
cr \=
Ni c.j
oo)
?
qqq
-LOcO
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o)CI)o)

LO
N

O
(o
$
O

o
o *o
N
U
t\
|
N ------ ñ
t] \t
o
o) O NO
o O@
c.j ññ
(Dtr)
o
\.
cr)

@ 0?
(o
N N
O o)
d
tf)
cr)
Q-
(r)
ñ -c'j
§i
o) o)
LO
o cr)
(ci
o
CTJ
o)
*)
casing sealing

Spare Part Designation: 120¡01 complete spare parts kit shaft

t7qgg I complete spare parts kit basic repair

 Sectional drawi Paqe 5 of 6 Annex

LPH. 60527 with mechanical seal according to DIN EN 12756, design K, form U (Llk-GLRD):

o
o
rci
(r)

o
cr)
c.i
(o

A o
\i
o)
o)
Or
qe
(o cf
s:
cr)
ro o) \t
\t
o
s:
o

R=
N rr)
o)o)
o
\(¡ N
sL.f)ó
o)o)o)
oioro,
o)o)o)

Lri
N

16'r
lo)l
lol
lll

q
cr)
\t
o
o
@
o)

o
\:
o
C]
t-a)

o
o
ri
(r)
ñ
\t
NO
oco
tf)
ñ ññtO
CD
to
q
o N
o)
d
cr) O-
rD ¡-
N
ñ c.j
o)o)
(D
ci \:
o) o
o)
1) design for teflon sealing
2) casing sealing

Spare Part Designation: l7OO0 I complete spare parts kit shaft

tZ9.99l complete spare parts kit basic repair
 Sectional drawinos Paqe 6 of 6 Annex

LPH. 60527 with gland packing:

o
c(o
o)

q
(o
(¡ o
N
c) ri
\t
q
(r)
(r)
i:
o
o)
N
t:
o
o) o
ri
\i
o
o o
@

R= \t
'ri
ñr¡
o)o) o
d
ct

ctOcO
c!qq
o)o)o)
o) o)o)

o
l:
o
o
§
o
o)

oo
-{Q
roN
too)
o
r:
.O
@

N
c@
(f)

o
ol
rD
(o

o
(ci
cr)

*) casing
sealing

Spare Part Designation: t20¡0-l complete spare parts kit shaft

f7g99 I complete spare parts kit basic repair

 Dimensions Paqe I of 3 Annex

Dimensions LPH 40106, LPH 40411, LPH 40516

?aa

(c
03
o

1)
= Connectiorl us or1 both sides is only necessary for LPH 40516

uB = connection for service liquid G '1,

lJg = connection for drain G 14

use = connection for dirt drain G '1,

UI = connection for air cock G 1/2

U¡¡ = connection for pressure gauge G 1/4

Um1 = connection for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 1/4

execution a f f1 fII1 lfl2 O3 9t 9z weight

lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml approx. [kg]
mechanical seal 184 103 431 154 163 53
LPH 401 06 144 258 204
gland packing 234 187 565 204 212 62
mechanical seal 184 103 481 154 163 59
LPH 40411 194 308 2s4
gland packing 234 187 615 204 212 68
mechanical seal 184 103 531 154 163 65
LPH 40516 244 358 304
gland packing 234 187 665 204 212 74

Dimensions subject to technical modification

 Dimensions LPH 50523

@ \L'

uB = connection for service liquid G I

us = connection for drain G 1/o *

use = connection for dirt drain G 1/o *

uL = connection for air cock G 1o

u¡ = connect¡on for pressure gauge G 31"

Umi = connect¡on for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 3¿

* u",
u"" = G lt2for stainless steel execution

execution a f1 o lTll lfl2 O3 weight

lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml approx. [kg]
mechanical seal 142
LPH 50523 322 378 746
422 372 160
gland packing 219 823

Dimensions subject to technical modification

 Dimensions 3of3 Annex

Dimensions LPH 60527

a19 "B -; 70

uB = connection for service liquid G 1

us = connection for drain G 1¡,

use = connection for dirt drain G '/,

uL = connection for air cock G 1o

u¡¡ = connection for pressure gauge G 1,

uml = connection for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 1,

execution a 'Í1 s fI11 IIl2 O3 weight

lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml lmml approx. [kg]
mechanical seal 134 902
LPH 60527 416 456 556 496 180
gland packing 223 991

Dimensions subject to technical modification

 One stage liquid ring vacuum pumps LPHX
Operating data for various speeds
for transport of dry and steam saturated air

max. Medi-
Suction volume flow ¡n m3/h and power required in kW make up um
Vacuum- water con-
pump Speed 120 mbar I rso,o". I ,oo Íll.'i':::'j:::i'"ljo,o,, r 600,0,. r eoo mbar consump. veyed
rpm m'tn i rw lm./h
i kw lrvn i kw lm./n i ** lmTh i kw lrvn, r<w lm.rn ! rw m3/h

1450
50 2.1 66 2.1 78 2.1 80 2 80 1.8 80 : 1.1 0.8 1

LPH 56 72 82 83 82 81 2
401 06 62 i 2.9 82 2.85 95 2.75 100 ; 2.65 100 i 2.4 100 2 0.8
1740 1

69 89 100 103 103 102 2

1450
65 3.3 100 3.4 128 i 3.4 140 3.2 145 2.7 145 i 1.7 0.8 1

LPH 71 107 134 145 148 147

i 2
40411
1740
90 : 4.5 128 i 4.5 157 4.4 170 4.2 180 3.6 180 2.6 0.8 1

99 137 164 176 184 182 2

120 5 155 5 200 4.9 220 4.8 222 4.3 210 3 1.8
1450 1

LPH 133 167 210 228 228 214 2

4051 6
1740
175 i 6.6 215 6.6 250 6.4 265 6.2 270 i 5.7 255 i 4.8 1.8 1

194 232 i 262 275 275 260 2

I 150
200 7.2 250 i 7.2 300 | 7.2 310 7 320 6 310 3.4 3 1

220 270 J tc 325 330 315 i 2

LPH 300 9.8 340 9.9 380 9.9 420 9.9 430 9.8 440 i
1450 8.7 430 6 3 1

50523 340 375 410 440 445 450 435 2

1750
390 12.8 430 13 465 13 500 i 13 520 12.8 530 11.8 520 9.5 3 1

440 475 i 500 525 540 545 530 2

r 150
225 i 12 340 12 430 12 480 : 12 490 ! 11.5 490 9.5 480 6.5 3.8 1

255 375 460 ; 500 505 500 490 2

LPH 450 '16.5 540 : 16.5 600 ! 16.5 660 i 16.5 670 16 670
1450 14 670 11 3.8 1

60527 510 AO< 645 690 695 685 680 2

1750
575 22 660 22 710 22 760 21.5 790 | 21 810 19 810 13,5 3.8 1

650 725 760 800 820 830 825 2

The operating data are valid under the following conditions: Compression pressure 1013 mbar (Atmospheric pressure)
It4edium conveyed 1) dry air 20tr The suction volume flow is dependent on the suction pressure
2) steam saturated air 20C Operating data tolerance 10%
service liquid water 15c Max. make up water consumption at minimum suction pressure

Details on reduction of make up water flow through combined liquid operation

can be found on the last page.
Available materials, dimensions, product range, accessories and net weight can
be found in the Technical catalogue.
 Data Pase 2 of 4 Annex

One stage liquid ring vacuum pumps LPHX

Make up water flow " [m3/h] for various speeds and
temperature difference between service liquid (water) temperature and make up liquid

KB : required make up water flow [m3/h] FB : Service liquid (water) flow [m3/h]

Suction pressure in [mbar] 120 (150) 400 600 900

KB KB KB KB
Pump type Speed Tem perat ure- FB Tem peralure- FB Tem perature FB Tem perat ur- FB
rpm. diffe 'ence IC] diffe rence [C] diffe 'ence [C] differ 'ence Icl
2ol 10 ls lz 2ol 10 lul 2 2ol 10 ls 2 zal 10 ls t¿

1450 0.08 0.15 0.25 0.42 0.08 o.14 o.22 0.37 0.06 0.11 0.17 0.26 0.04 0.06 0.'t0 o.14
LPH 40106 0.8 0.65 0.4 o.2
1740 0.11 0.19 0.31 0.49 0.10 0.17 o.27 o.41 0.08 0.14 0.20 0.29 0.06 0.09 0.13 0.16

1450 0.12 0.21 0.33 0.51 0.11 0.19 0.30 o.44 0.09 0.16 0.24 0.35 0.05 0.08 o.12 0,16
LPH 40411 0.8 0.65 0.5 0.2
1740 0.16 0.26 0.39 0.57 0.14 o.23 0.34 0.48 0.12 0.19 0.28 0.38 0.07 0.11 4.14 0.17

1450 0.19 0.35 0.58 0.98 0.18 0.32 0.52 0.83 0.16 0.27 0.42 0.65 0.08 0.11 0.14 o.17
LPH 40516 1.8 1.4 1 0.2
1740 0.24 0.43 0.70 1.10 0.22 0.39 0.60 o.s2 0.20 0.33 0.49 0.71 0.10 0.13 0.16 0.18

1't50 o.28 0.51 0.80 1.52 0.26 0.47 0.76 1.24 o.22 0.39 0.63 0.99 0.11 0.18 o.27 0.37
LPH 50523 1450 o.37 0.66 1.08 1.75 3 0.35 0.60 0.93 1.40 2.1 0.30 0.51 4.77 1.12 1.6 0.17 0.25 0.34 0.42 0.5
1750 0.46 0.80 1.27 1.94 0.44 0.72 1.07 1.52 0.38 0.62 0.89 1.22 0.22 0.3r 0.38 0.45

1 150 0.45 0.81 1.34 2.19 0.42 o^72 1.14 1.75 0.33 0.56 0.86 1.25 0.18 0.26 0.35 o.42
LPH60527 1450 0.60 1.03 1.62 2.47 3.8 0.55 0.91 1.36 1.94 2_7 0.45 0.72 1.03 1.39 1.8 0.24 0.33 0.40 0.45 0.5
1750 0-76 1.26 1.90 2.71 0.68 1.08 1.54 2.O8 0.56 0.86 't.1 6 1.47 0.27 0.35 o-41 0.46

* for transport
of dry air at 20 C
The information presented here may vary slightly from the details in the Technical Catalogue. (The total power absorbed is converted into
heat).

t
I
i,
 Data Paqe 3 of 4 Annex

One stage liquid ring vacuum pumps LPHX in compressor operating

Operating data for various speeds
for transport of dry air

Suction volume flow in m3/h and power absorption in kW max.

at a discharge pressure of: make up

Com- water

pressor speed o.2bar I 0.4 bal. I 0.6 oar I 0.8 uar I 'l oal. | 1.2¡ar I 1.5 uul. consump.

rpm m,/hlkw lm.rnltw lm'rnln* lm'/hlkw lrvn¡rw lm'/nln* Im'/hlkw m3/h

LPH 1450 75 1.9 73 2.2 68 2.5 55 2.8 0.7

401 06 1750 95 2.7 95 3.0 92 3.3 88 3.7 80 4.2 60 4.8 1

LPH 1450 138 3.4 135 3.9 125 4.4 100 5.0 0.7

40411 1750 175 4.8 175 5.3 170 5.9 160 6.6 145 7.4 110 8.5 1

LPH 1450 405 7.5 400 9.8 385 12 365 14 335 '15.5 300 17 240 19.5
2.9
50523 1750 510 11 505 13.5 500 16 490 18.5 480 20.5 460 22.5 425 25.5

LPH 1450 645 l3 640 16 620 19.5 590 22.5 555 25.5 510 28.5 430 34
4.4
60527 1 750 780 19 780 22 770 25 755 28.5 730 32.5 705 36.5 650 42.5

The suction volume and power consumed values are valid for compressing dry air al 20oC at atmospheric pressure
(1013 mbar) to the corresponding overpressure using water as the service liquid with a temperature of 20"C. The operating
data tolerance is 10%. The compression pressure is expressed in bar relative to ambient air pressure.
 one stage liquid ring vacuum pumps LPHX in compressor operating
Make up water flow * [m3/h] for various speeds and
temperature difference between service liquid (water) temperature and make up liquid

KB : required make up water flow [m3/h] FB : Service liquid (water) flow [m3/h]

compressron pressure 0.2 0.6 0.8 1.2

lbarl
KB KB KB KB
Pump type speed Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB
lrpml difference [C] difference [C] difference [C] difference [C]
3ol 2ol 1ol s 3ol 2ol rol 5 3ol 2ol 1ol s 3ol 2ol 1ol s

1450 0.05 0,06 0.09 0.14 0.06 0.08 0.15 o.24 0.07 0.09 o.17 0.27
LPH 40106 0.25 0.6 0.7
1750 0.05 0.07 0.1I 0.16 0.08 0.11 0.'t 8 o.28 0.08 0.12 0.2 0.32 0.1r 0.16 0.27 0.43 1

1450 0.07 0.09 0.13 o.17 0.1 0.13 o.22 0.32 0.09 0.15 0.25 0.37
LPH 40411 0.25 0.6 0.7
1750 0.08 0.11 0.15 0.19 0.12 0.17 0.26 0.36 0.14 0.19 0.3 o.42 0.18 0.25 0.4 0.57 1

compression pressure 0.4 0.8 1.2 1.5

Ibarl
KB KB KB KB
Pufrrp type speed Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB
lrpml difference [C] difference [C] difference [C] difference [C]
3ol 2ol rol s 3ol 2ol 1ol 5 3ol 2ol lol 5 3ol zol 1ol 5

1 150 0.15 o.2 0.35 0.53 0.22 0.31 0.53 0.83

LPH 50523 Á5A o.21 0.28 0.45 0.64 1.1 0.3 0.42 0.69 1.9 0.37 0.52 0.86 1.3 0.43 0.6 1 't.5
2.5 2.9
1750 0.26 0.35 0.54 0.72 0.38 0.52 0.82 1.12 0.47 0.65 1.05 1.45 0.54 0.75 1.15 1.7
1 150 o.25 0.35 0.55 0.85 0.35 0.5 0.8 1.3
LPH 60527 1450 0.35 0.45 0.7 1.0 1.7 0.5 0,65 1 1.5 2.7 0.6 0.85 1.4 2 0.7 1 1.6 2.4
3.7 4.4
1750 0.45 0.6 0.85 1.15 0.6 0.8 1.2 1.7 0.75 1 1.6 2.2 0.9 1.2 1.9 2.6
for transport of dry air at 20 E
The information presented here may vary slightly from the details in the Technioal Catalogue. (The total power absorbed is converted into
heat).
C( EG Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer:
Sterling SlHlGmbH
LindenstraBe 170
D-25524ltzehoe

declares herewith that the product

Pump: LEM
LRM

Serial number: XXX

20061421EC
:

fulfils all relevant provisions of the Directive Machinery ,;::;r:.rr:

,:
Furthermore the aforementioned product complies with the proví§T:bas of thé Ee;,,lDirecUúes:

li.lliil:r l:irr"

Harmonised standards used:

EN 1012-1t2 .=i,
DtN EN tSO 12100-2 ,:-' .,,

EN 1127-1
':.',,:,
-,,

EN 13463-1 ,i;.-

Other technical standards and specificat¡ons used:

Person aüthorised to compile the technical file:

Bernd Wenckebach
Sterling SlHl GmbH
LindenstraBe 170
D_25524 t12éhóe.
Ii,i
Place, date:
XXX, XX.XX.XXXX

Person empowered to draw up this declaration:

Product Line Manager Operation Manager
 (( EG Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer:
Sterling SIHI GmbH
LindenstraBe 170
D-25524ltzehoe

declares herewith that the product

Pump: LEM - equipped with a motor suitable to ATEX,

LEL
LOH LPH LEH
SL
Serial number: XXX

fulfils atl relevant provisions of the Directive Machinery IOOGi }IEC.

Furthermore the aforementioned product complies with the provi§ións of the EC Directi:úes:

- Explosion Protection 94/9/EC (ATEX) as follows:

Pump: s, XXX

Harmonised standards used :

l
EN 1012-1t2 i
:

DtN EN iSO.tZlOO-t
DrN EN tSO'12100-2
ÉN 1127-1
EN 13463-1
EN 13463-5/8

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