LPH.

45008 - 65327
SIHILPH-X
Two-stage liquid ring vacuum pumps

Translation of the original instructions

To be strictly observed
Safety ............................................................................................................ Chapter 1
Application, operating mode
Intended application .................................................................................… 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
Installing the pump ..............................................................................……. Chapter 5
Requirements, filling and draining the pump
Start up and shut down...........................................…………………….……. Chapter 6
Notes, testing
Maintenance, disassembly, assembly ...................................................…. Chapter 7
If something does not work
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................……….. Chapter 8
Operating limits, type designation
Technical data .............................................................................................. Chapter 9
Sectional drawings, dimension tables, catalogue values, conformity certificate
Annex ......................................................................................................….. Chapter 10

Note: This pump and/or this pump package must be installed and operated only by qualified technical personnel. In
addition, these operating instructions and the associated site and legal requirements must be strictly observed. If
you these operating instructions are not followed,
• danger may result for you and/or your colleagues,
• the pump or the pump package may be damaged,
• the manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from failure to observe these instructions.
These operating instructions are valid for pumps in standard executions including their application in explosive
areas corresponding to Category 2. For use in Category 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 package!
Sterling Fluid Systems
Document No. ...... : BA 26631_EN_06
File ..................... : VFLPH6de-f.doc Sterling SIHI GmbH
Date .................... : 03.06.2010 P.O. Box 1941, 25509 Itzehoe, Germany
Telephone: (04821) 771 - 01 Telefax: (04821) 771 - 274
 Safety
1.0 Safety
This operating manual gives basic instructions which
are to be observed during installation, operation and
maintenance of the pump. It is therefore imperative
that this manual is read by the responsible person-
nel/operator prior to assembly and commissioning. It
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 Identification of safety
notices in the operating
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
(ISO 3864 - B.3.1)
or in case of danger of electric shock with the symbol:
Danger symbol as per DIN 4844 W-8
(ISO 3864 - B.3.6)
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
• type 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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qualified. The scope of responsibility of, and supervi-
sion of, the personnel must be defined precisely by
the plant operator. If 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 compliance
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:
• 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.
1.4 Compliance with regulations
relating to safety at work
When operating the pump the safety 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.
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 Safety
1.5 Safety instructions relevant for
operation
• If 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.g. couplings) must not
be removed from the machine while in operation.
• Any leakage of hazardous (e.g. explosive, toxic,
hot) fluids (e.g. 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
maintenance, inspection 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. It 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.
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1.7 Safety instructions for use in areas
with explosion hazard
In this paragraph information is given for operation in
areas with explosion hazards.
1.7.1 Packaged unit/System
If 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 94/9/EC 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 94/9/EC, 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 94/9/EC.
1.7.2 Types of coupling guards for shaft
couplings
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.g. 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:
• 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 SIHI guarantee longterm, satisfactory opera-
tion if:
• the pump is installed and operated in compliance
with these instructions and under conditions ap-
proved by Sterling SIHI.
• no modifications are undertaken without Sterling
SIHI’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 plant/unit using
e.g. earthing cables. The insulating effects of paint
coatings must also be considered.

1.8 Unauthorised alterations and

production of spare parts
Any unauthorized modification of the unit will result in
absolving Sterling SIHI of any liability. In 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.

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2.0 Application
Liquid ring vacuum pumps and compressors are
used to transfer and compress gases and vapours.
These pumps can also handle small quantities of liq-
uid e.g. as liquid “carry-over”.
The pump must only be used under the operating
conditions set out by the customer and confirmed by
the supplier. The guarantee terms and conditions are
as set out in our general terms and conditions of
sale.
2.1 Misuse warning
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
operation
The pump operates according to the liquid ring prin-
ciple. The vane wheel impeller is arranged eccentri-
cally in the circular pump casing. It transfers kinetic
energy to a liquid ring that forms concentric to the
casing when starting the pump. This arrangement
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
draws in the gas to be evacuated through the suction
opening in the guide disc. Conversely, where the liq-
uid ring enters the vane wheel impeller cells the gas
is compressed and pushed out via a discharge port.
During operation the pump must continuously be
supplied with service liquid, normally 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-
cause 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
ATTENTION
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
• Max. permissible discharge pressure and max.
permissible pressure difference
• 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.
ATTENTION
Avoid the following conditions when using the liquid
ring vacuum pump:
• 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 Liquid ring vacuum pump

Gas ejector
3.1 Pump construction,
method of operation Liquid pump
The construction of the pump and the selection of the
method of operation depend primarily on the duty
Separator
requirements. Typical methods of operation are
described in the following sections
Heat exchanger
Designation and symbols: Non-return valve
A Drain liquid
B Service liquid
Shut-off valve
F Make-up liquid Regulating valve
G Gas ejector
Float valve
K Cooling liquid
U Circulating liquid
uA Liquid drain Thermostatic regulating valve
uB Service liquid connection
Solenoid valve
uF Make-up liquid connection
uKI Heat exchanger, cooling water inlet Dirt trap
uKII Heat exchanger, cooling water outlet
Adjusting socket
uMI Suction line connection
uMII Discharge line connection Thermometer
uMIII Motive gas connection
Pressure gauge
uU Circulating liquid connection
uc Protection against cavitation Liquid level indicator
ue,se Connection for drain, dirt drain, central drain
um Connection for measuring suction pressure, drain valve, Gas flow
filling valve, inert gas supply
Gas/liquid flow

Liquid flow
(*) Liquid level

(**) Gas ejectors are used where the vacuum

The figures in this section are schematic drawings.
reached by the liquid ring vacuum pump is not
The dimensions of the pump and the exact position of
sufficient.
the connections are indicated in the dimensions table
Gas ejectors extend the range of application
in the annex.
of the liquid ring vacuum pumps to lower
absolute pressures (to 8 mbar). Vapour ATTENTION
saturated gases can be handled.
If the pump is to be used as a compressor, the
instructions in chapter 3.5 must also be considered.
In these operating instructions the term „pump“ is
used for „vacuum pump“ and also for „compressor“.

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3.1.1 Circulating liquid operation 3.1.2 Combined liquid operation

This method of operation is recommended for: The service liquid B consists of make-up liquid F and
• Service liquids that due to their properties must circulating liquid U (B = F + U).
neither leave the process circuit nor come into The circulating liquid U flows through the circulating
contact with the cooling liquid (e.g. when using oil, liquid line.
alkali or acid as service liquid). A liquid flow equal in quantity to the make-up liquid F
• Waste water systems that must not be supplied, leaves the separator as drain liquid A
contaminated by the service liquid or by the gas through the liquid drain uA.
dissolved in it etc. In vacuum operation the make-up liquid should have
a slight overpressure only (max. 0.1 bar, or max.
0.1 bar higher than discharge pressure).
In compressor operation the make-up liquid pressure
must be adjusted to 0,1 bar over discharge pressure.

3.1.2.1 Lay-out
This method of operation has a simple lay-out,
requires little space and has a reduced make-up
water consumption.

fig. 3.1: Operation as vacuum pump

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
fig. 3.2: Operation as vacuum pump
completely the heat generated in the service liquid
both by the effects of the motor and by the latent heat
3.1.2.2 Temperature regulation
arising from any gas condensation.
The liquid pump shown in the circulating liquid line is
necessary if the vacuum pump runs without a
significant pressure difference between suction and
discharge branch or, if the flow resistance of the heat
exchanger exceeds approx. 0.2 bar.
The heat exchanger can be omitted if the pump runs
for only few minutes and the liquid can cool down to
around ambient temperature before the next start-up.

fig. 3.3: Operation as vacuum pump

In combined liquid operation the make-up liquid flow

is regulated by means of a thermostat. In this way the
required temperature of the service liquid can be
maintained.

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3.1.3 Make-up liquid operation valve (see fig. 3.5). The liquid level in the tank from
which the vacuum pump is supplied with service
liquid must be at shaft level.
For compressor operation the make-up liquid must be
supplied at discharge pressure.

In uses corresponding to Category 1, it is not

permitted to operate the pump 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
recommended also in those cases where the fig. 3.5: Operation as vacuum pump
temperature increase in the vacuum pump is low, e.g.
when handling liquids with a low specific heat. 3.2 Pump, pipework connections
If the separate discharge of gas and liquid is not
required the overhead separator can be omitted. A ATTENTION
pipe discharging into an outlet (gully) is sufficient. The
line for cavitation protection, is led from the
connection uc and must be connected to this
pipework. The service liquid B consists of make-up
liquid F (B = F).
• Take note of the arrows indicating flow direction.
In vacuum operation the make-up liquid must have
• The nominal diameters of the pipework must not
only a slight overpressure (max. 0,1 bar).
be smaller than the nominal diameters of the
In compressor operation the make-up liquid pressure
corresponding pump branches.
must be adjusted to 0,1 bar over discharge pressure.
• All pipework must be cleaned prior to installation
of the pump.
• The pipework must be supported in order to avoid
damage to pump components (danger of
breaking the pump components).
• The suction, discharge and service liquid lines
must be as short as possible and their cross
section must be at least as large as the
corresponding pump connections. For long
lengths of pipework larger cross sections are
required.

fig. 3.4: Operation as vacuum pump 3.2.1 Position of the pump

The pump must be installed horizontally, the suction
If the pressure in the make-up liquid line varies branch then points vertically upwards.
considerably so that a temporary overpressure of
about 0.2 bar (LPH. 45311: 0,1 bar) at the
manometer vacuum gauge is likely to be exceeded, a
pressure reducing valve must be installed or the
make-up liquid must be diverted into a tank with float

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 Planning the installation
3.2.2 Protection against cavitation
Long operating periods under cavitation result in
damage to the material of the pump and failure of the
liquid ring vacuum pump.
To ensure cavitation-free operation the pump must
continuously be supplied with a minimum quantity of
non condensable (inert) gas.
Cavitation occurs if the pumping medium consists
mainly of vapour that condenses during compression.
In order to prevent this, the connections uc at the
pump and at the separator must be connected by
pipework or by a hose (fig. 3.1 to 3.4). This enables
the vacuum pump to draw non-condensable (inert)
gas from the separator, if the suction pressure is
40 mbar or lower. This type of connection serves
mainly to protect the pump during start-up if the
suction side is closed (i.e. not effective protection
during continuous operation with suction side closed).
If the liquid ring vacuum pump is run at a suction
pressure close to the vapour pressure of the service
liquid, cavitation can also occur. In order to prevent
cavitation at this operating point, the pump must be
vented with non-condensable (inert) gas at the
connection ul.
Cavitation does not occur, if the vacuum pump
operates in combination with a gas ejector.
• Independent of the service liquid used, the suction
pressure p1,min must not be allowed to fall below
the preset limit. An inert (non condensdable) gas
must then be fed on the suction side.
The smallest permitted suction pressure p1,min is
20 mbar higher than the vapour pressure of the
service liquid.
• If pure vapour is pumped with the liquid ring
vacuum pump, then on the suction side an inert
gas must always be supplied.
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3.2.3 Suction line
A non-return valve should be installed in the suction
line. For that purpose the SIHI 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 ul.
If the pump is started or stopped with a closed shut-
off component, e.g. valve in the suction line,
cavitation will occur. This can be avoided by adopting
cavitation protection measures (see 3.2.2).
3.2.4 Discharge line
The valve (1) must not be closed during pump start-
up.
3.2.5 Operation with minimal pressure
difference
If 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.
3.2.6 Shaft seal
Mechanical seals are used to seal the shaft. In 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.
3.2.7 Lay-out with gas ejector
Gas ejectors must be used, if the vacuum attainable
by the liquid ring vacuum pump is not sufficient.
Gas ejectors extend the range of application of the
liquid ring vacuum pumps to lower absolute
pressures (to 8 mbar). The gases handled may be
vapour saturated.
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3.3 Electrical connections 3.4.4 Gas ejector

For the drive motor a mains connection is required Sterling SIHI gas ejectors complement Sterling SIHI
that complies with the regulations valid at site. liquid ring vacuum pumps.
The rules and instructions prescribed by the local Detailed information is available from the operating
public utilities regarding precautions against instructions for gas ejectors.
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 3.5. Compressor operation

The following accessories are available for liquid ring If the operational limits (see chapter 9) are observed,
vacuum pumps: the following pumps can also be used as
• Motor protection switch to control the power compressors:
absorption of the motor − LPH. 45008 / 45316,
• Soft starter
• (Pressure-) Liquid separator For compressor operation a pressure liquid separator
• Gas ejector XBd should be used and be placed in such a way
• Heat exchanger alongside the liquid ring compressor that the liquid
• Required connection pipework drain uA is at shaft level. A safety valve, set in
• Fittings for the thermostatic control of the service accordance with the operating conditions, must be
liquid temperature connected to the connection ub of the separator. A
• Ball type non-return valve liquid discharge trap XUk must be provided for the
• Drain valve drain liquid.
• Safety valve For this application there are three different methods
• Liquid discharge trap of operation:
- Circulating liquid operation
- Combined liquid operation
3.4.1 Motor protection switch - Make-up liquid operation
The motor protection switch controls the power
absorption of the drive motor. If the rated current is If the evacuated gases or vapours are inflammable or
exceeded the motor is switched off automatically. injurious to health, a gas tight take-off must be
installed. In addition leakage tests must be carried
3.4.2 Soft starter out at regular intervals. This is also required after
A soft starter can be used to start-up the pump. Slow repair work.
acceleration of the pump is preferable both for the
pump/package and for the power system.
ATTENTION
3.4.3 Liquid separator
In case of compressor operation > 0.5 bar the EU
A part of the service liquid leaves the pump together
„Pressure Equipment Directive“ must also be
with the compressed gas. In the liquid separator the
observed.
gas and liquid are separated.
The following types of liquid separators are available:
• top mounted liquid separator
• upright liquid separator

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3.6 V – Belt Operation
The preferred method of drive for the load on both the
pump shaft and on its bearings is direct drive. If 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
fig. 3.6 Pump with clockwise rotating shaft
ATTENTION
The minimum permitted diameter of the pulley is set
out in chapter 9.3
In Ex- areas, electrically conducting pulleys must be
6
used (< 10 Ω). The halves of the sheave must be
electrically connected to ensure that they are at the
same potential.
3.7 Explosion protection
In accordance with the Directive 94/9/EG, all
components of a package for use in explosive areas
must comply with the required equipment category.
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In this connection it is important to distinguish
between the location of the pump and the internal
environment of the pump.
3.7.1 Location
Pump location corresponds to Category 2
3.7.2 Internal environment of the pump
Requirements:
If 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.
Category 1 for the pump internals :
For applications requiring Category 1, the operating
instructions Ex 1G/2G must, in addition, be adhered
to.
Category 2 for the pump internals:
Explosion protection in the working chamber of the
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
quantity of liquid is in 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
be monitored.
• When a safety control is activated, the vacuum
pump must automatically switch off.
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Technical Execution:
To guarantee Category 2 for the internals of the liquid ring vacuum pump, Sterling SIHI suggests the following
layout:

N1 = Process gas
N2 = Gas out
A= Overflow
F= Make-up liquid
K= Cooling liquid
c= Cavitation protection
e= Draining

Flow chart: Vacuum pump system with alternative safety devices

Package with liquid separator unit with coupled cavitation protection pipework and with a backflow
prevention ball valve in the suction line.

Measuring equipment:
• 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
TS1 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 um1 bzw. um (see dimensions table) can be used.
If 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.

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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

• Never stand underneath the suspended load.

• 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-
let/outlet 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. If 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 Intermediate storage

If 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 is protected with a preservative as stated
on the pump label.

4.4.1 Removing the preservative

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.

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5.0 Installing 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 precautions
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.
5.4 Mounting the coupling
• After installing the motor the coupling guard must
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 magnetic coupling:
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.

ATTENTION

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 Connections 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”

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After tightening the foot screws the position of the
coupling halves should be checked again. If 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 it possible 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 magnetic coupling:
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 final steps must be carried out:
1. 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 9
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.

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5.9 Additional Instructions 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- Coupling
Nominal Shaft
factured in conformity with Directive 94/9/EC for op- Fit bore
diameter tolerance
tolerance
erations as category II equipment in hazardous ar-
Shaft tolerance
  

k6
eas. according to H7
DIN 748/1 > 50 mm m6
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
If necessary, heating the coupling parts (to max
If coupling parts are stored as spare parts, the stor-
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%.

Installation Tightening the set screws to a tight-

Type B and H couplings shall never be operated in ening torque in accordance with the table 5.C.3.
pumpsets category II.

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

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flying fragments! The coupling then becomes an ex- Table 5.C.2 Alignment dimensions
plosion hazard. coupling Axial Angular and radial alignment
# % ' ) * + % %

type gap
BDS S at speed
After fitting the coupling parts onto the shafts the fle- 750 1000 1500 2000 3000
xible elements, if previously removed must be fitted. rpm rpm rpm rpm rpm
Previously heated coupling parts must have cooled 76 2–4 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15 0,15
88 2–4 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15 0,15
down again to a temperature below +80°C. It must
103 2–4 0,25 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15
be ensured that the flexible elements are of identical
118 2–4 0,3 0,25 0,2 0,2 0,15
size and colour or have identical marking. 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
194 2–6 0,4 0,35 0,3 0,25 0,2
218 2–6 0,45 0,4 0,3 0,3 0,2
245 2–6 0,5 0,4 0,35 0,3 0,25
Danger of squeezing!

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 within 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- Torque [Nm] 4 4 4 4 8 8
tween the two coupling halves is given in table Size 172 194 218 245
5.C.2. Torque [Nm] 15 25 25 25
o Angular misalignment: This can usefully be
measured as the difference in the gap dimension Operation



max – Smin. The allowable values are given

in table 5.C.2 depending on coupling size and

If any irregularities are registered
speed.
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 8. This list
contains possible faults, their reasons and suggested
like for the angular misalignment given in table
actions.
5.C.2.
If 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.
Regular control of the torsional back-
The useful tool are a feeler gauge and a ruler as
lash of the coupling halves to each other is neces-
shown in figure 5.C.2.
sary to preventively avoid any damage or failure of
the plant.

There must be never a radial and an

The torsional backlash is to be measured in the fol-
angular misalignment at the same time.
lowing 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

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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 b. The maxi- allowed for replacement.
mum values for this measure are given in table 5.C.4
by coupling size. If this measure is exceeded, then Table 5.C.4 Torsional backlash measure
the flexible elements need to be exchanged. size 76 88 103 118 135 152 172
'

b [mm] 7,0 5,0 7,0 9,0 10,5 11,5 9,0

size 194 218 245
'

The flexible elements must be re- b [mm] 8,0 7,0 6,5

placed in sets (all elements of one coupling at once,

Figures:

Figure 5.C.1 Measures for checking alignment

Smax Smax

Smin   
Smin
max- Smin
Axial misalignment Angular misalignment Radial misalignment

Figure 5.C.2 Checking of alignment

Ruler

Figure 5.C.3 Measurement of torsional backlash

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 Start- up and shut down
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.
All 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.
• Ensure the pump is filled correctly.
• Check the direction of rotation only when the
pump is filled.
• When handling explosive, toxic, hot or aggressive
media ensure that there is no danger to persons
or the environment.
• When handling inflammable gases be aware of
the possible generation of explosive gas/air mix-
tures. If necessary, flush the pump with inert gas.
• The pump may be operated only if a continuous
supply of service liquid is available.
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6.3 Filling and emptying
Before the initial start-up the pump must be filled with
service liquid.
Filling with service liquid is via the make-up liquid
connection uF (shut-off valve). When starting-up the
pump the liquid level in the pump must not be above
the shaft (connection um).
When operating using the circulating liquid method of
operation (chapter 3.1.1) the pump can be filled via
the connection um1. When used as vacuum pump the
installation of an automatic Sterling SIHI 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
use and the drain connections ue. 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 ue.
6.4 Electrical connection
The motor must be connected as set out in the circuit
diagram in the terminal box.
6.5 Connection and checking of
accessories and monitoring
equipment
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).
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6.6 Checks before switching-on Adjust the service liquid pressure at the regulating
valve.
Adjust the cooling liquid flow by means of the regulat-
ATTENTION
ing valve while the shut-off valve is open. To save
cooling liquid the service liquid should be run so
• The pump must never run dry.
warm that the required suction capacity can safely be
• Fill the pump with service liquid before the initial
reached.
start-up.
Check regularly the liquid level in the separator (liquid
The liquid level must not be higher than the shaft
level indicator). If necessary, adjust the liquid level.
height.
• Never start the pump when the discharge side is
6.9.2 Combined liquid operation
closed.
(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-
6.7 Checking direction of rotation
justing valve or the regulating socket to half the liquid
The direction of rotation must be checked by briefly
flow as indicated for make-up liquid operation F in the
switching on the motor (the arrow on the pump casing
annex. This flow can be determined by measuring the
indicates the direction of rotation).
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-
Checking the direction of rotation must only be done
perature in the pump decreases and the suction
when the compressor is full.
capacity increases.
The colder the make-up liquid the smaller the
make-up liquid flow required. When handling dry
6.8 Start-up
gas a service liquid temperature of ca. 10° C
For start-up proceed as follows:
should be kept as a minimum in the suction
1. Switch on the motor.
branch of the pump because of the danger of ic-
2. Open the shut-off valve for the service liquid.
ing.
3. Regulate the service liquid flow as set out in the
instructions in chapters 6.9.1 to 6.9.3.
The make-up liquid flow for different applications is
4. Ensure that the prescribed pressures are meas-
indicated in the annex.
ured at the pressure measuring points. Note the
To save make-up liquid the temperature should be
requirements in chapter 3.2.
high enough to ensure that the required suction ca-
pacity is reached consistently. However, the tempera-
6.9 Adjusting service liquid flow
ture limit (see chapter 9) must not be exceeded.
Depending upon the method of operation, proceed as
follows:
After reaching the required make-up liquid flow the
regulating valve or the adjusting socket must be
6.9.1 Circulating liquid operation
(See chapter 3.1.1) closed.
The pump has the necessary service liquid flow, if When using the thermostatic regulation as described
the pressure at the manometric vacuum gauge does in chapter 3.1.2.2, a thermostatic regulating valve ad-
not deviate from its discharge pressure by more than justs automatically the make-up water flow if its tem-
± 0,2 bar. perature changes.

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

cated maximum must be avoided.

6.9.3 Make-up liquid operation

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

ATTENTION

When controlling the unit, check that the pump can

If 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 period of time.
6.12.2 Operation
Check the following when operating the liquid ring
6.11 Adjustment of the stuffing box
vacuum pump:
When liquid ring pumps with stuffing boxes are used
• FS1 Service liquid flow
the stuffing box must be prestressed correctly on the
and/or
initial start-up.
• TS1 Temperature of the media conveyed
Carry out the following steps:
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 protection

If 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
94/9EC (see chapter 3).

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The „dead time“ from the start of the liquid ring vac-
uum pump to commencement of monitoring of the
service liquid flow FS1 should not exceed the follow-
ing values:
- Direct start: ∆t = 10 sec
- Soft start: ∆t = 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 Bmin (see Chapter 9)
or
- at the measurement point TS1 the maximum
permitted temperature t2,max (see Chapter 9) is ex-
ceeded.

The operator must ensure that technical operating

limits (see chapter 9) at all points are maintained.

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7.0 Maintenance, disassembly,
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. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327:
The antifriction bearings shall be re-lubricated af-
ter a certain number of operating hours, at least
after 6 months.
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Required quantity
Operating
hours
of grease per
bearing
LPH. 55312/55316/55320 3000 10 g
LPH. 65320/65327 1000 15 g
During delivery lithium - saponified grease, drop-
ping point approx. 180°C, walk penetration
265/295mm/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 stuffing box packing 46.10 - after long
operating time and frequent retightening – should
be pressed to such an extent that the gland 45.20
abuts the stuffing box casing 45.10, the stuffing
box must be repacked. For this purpose pull out
the gland 45.20 that way that new stuffing box
packing rings 46.10 can be inserted. Bend apart
carefully the stuffing box rings 46.10 and push o-
ver the shaft without any pressure. The splices
have to be displaced against each other. Should
the leakage be higher, even after the repacking,
than necessary for the cooling, the whole stuffing
box packing has to be replaced by a new one.
• In 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.
• If 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. If 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.
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7.4 Notes 7.5 Disassembly

7.4.1 Assembly tools

For the disassembly and assembly of the pump no
special tools are required.

7.4.2 Sealing surfaces and alignments

ATTENTION
All parts of the pump especially the sealing surfaces
and alignments must be handled with care to avoid
damage and ensure trouble free operation.
7.4.3 Spare parts
When ordering spare parts indicate the part-no.,
pump type and pump no. (Please see also annex or
type plate). Typical wear parts are marked by frames
in the sectional drawings.
7.4.4 Motor specification
The electrical data for the motor are provided on the
motor type plate.
When ordering spare parts indicate pump type and
pump-no. (see also annex).
7.4.5 Sectional drawings
The disassembly and assembly of the pumps are de-
scribed in the sectional drawings (see annex).
Take care with dangerous media because even after
flushing the pump carefully, residues of the medium
and / or the service liquid can remain in dead spaces
in the pump.
7.5.1 Preparation for disassembly
Proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the power supply of the motor.
2. Disconnect the motor.
3. Drain the installation at least within the pump area
i.e. between the valves on the discharge- and suc-
tion side.
4. If necessary, disconnect any measuring probes or
control instruments and remove them.
5. Drain the pump.
6. Remove the pump unit from the plant.
7. If necessary, flush the pump.
8. Remove the coupling halves.

7.5.2 Disassembly of the pump

Proceed as follows:

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

LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316 (type with mechanical seal):

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 93.11 and re-
move the shaft nut 92.30.
2. Pull off the bearing housing 35.00 along with the antifriction bearing 32.10. Remove the thrower 42.11. Loosen
the bolts 91.40 and take off the shaft seal casing 44.10 with the stationary 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 now uppermost, support the shaft 21.00).
3. Remove the key 94.00. Loosen the bolts 90.11 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.

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4. Loosen the lock washer 93.10 and remove the shaft nut 92.20. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.50. Take
off the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00. Take off the central body 10.90 with guide discs 13.71. Remove the
spacer 52.60. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.51. 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. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and
separate the guide discs 13.70 from the vacuum casings 10.60.
6. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and separate the guide discs 13.71 from the central body 10.90. When do-
ing so the gland packing ring 46.10 becomes loose and can be removed.

LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316 (type with stuffing box):

1. Place the pump vertically (driving side lowest).
Loosen the bolts 90.12 and 90.13 and take off the bearing cover 36.10. Loosen the safety tab washer 93.11 and
remove the shaft nut 92.30.
2. Withdraw the bearing housing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.10. Loosen the bolts 91.42 and 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 13.73, 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 90.11 and take off the bearing cover 36.00. Withdraw the bearing hous-
ing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.10. Loosen the bolts 91.42 and 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 glands 45.20 from the stuffing box housings 45.10 and the stuffing box housings 45.10 from the
vacuum casings 10.60. Press out the gland packing rings 46.10.
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. Take off the central body 10.90 with guide discs 13.71. Remove the
spacer 52.60. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.51. Remove the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00.
6. Remove the O-rings 41.00 from the vacuum casings 10.60 and the O-rings 41.01 from the stuffing box housings
45.10. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and separate the guide discs 13.70 and 13.73 from the vacuum cas-
ings 10.60.
7. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and separate the guide discs 13.71 from the central body 10.90. When do-
ing so the gland packing ring 46.10 becomes loose and can be removed.

LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327 (type with mechanical seal):
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 93.11 and re-
move the shaft nut 92.30. Loosen the withdrawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening the shaft nut 92.31 (receivable as
accessories) and take off (not all executions).
2. Withdraw the bearing housing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.02, spacer 52.51 and radial shaft seal ring
42.11. Remove the thrower 50.70. Loosen the bolts 91.40 and take off the shaft seal casing 44.10 with the sta-
tionary seal ring of the mechanical seal 43.31. Loosen the bolts 90.10 and the vacuum casing 10.10 with the
guide disc 13.73. 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 side upwards, support 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 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 10.10

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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 spacer 52.50.
4. Loosen the lock washer or threaded pin 93.10 and remove the shaft nut 92.20. Withdraw the vane-wheel impel-
ler 23.50. Remove the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00. Take off the central body 10.90 with guide discs 13.71.
Remove the spacer 52.60. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.51. Remove the key 94.02 from the shaft 21.00.
5. Remove the O-rings 41.00 and 41.01 from the vacuum casings 10.10. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and
91.81 and separate the guide discs 13.70 and 13.73 from the vacuum casings 10.10.
6. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and separate the guide discs 13.71 from the central body 10.90. When do-
ing so the gland packing ring 46.10 becomes loose and can be removed.

LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327 (type with stuffing box):
1. Place the pump vertically (driving side downwards).
Loosen the bolts 90.13 and take off the bearing cover 36.10. Loosen the lock washer 93.11 and remove the
shaft nut 92.30. Loosen the withdrawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening the shaft nut 92.31 (receivable as accesso-
ries) and take off.
2. Loosen the bolts 90.12 and remove 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 13.73, 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 32.01,
bearing cover 36.01 and 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.
4. Remove the gland 45.20 from the stuffing box housings 45.10 and the stuffing box housings 45.10 from the vac-
uum casings 10.10. Press out the gland packing rings 46.10 and the lantern ring 45.80.
5. Loosen the lock washer or threaded pin 93.10 and remove the shaft nut 92.20. Withdraw the vane-wheel impel-
ler 23.50. Remove the key 94.01 from the shaft 21.00. Take off the central body 10.90 with guide discs 13.71.
Remove the spacer 52.60. Withdraw the vane-wheel impeller 23.51. Remove the key 94.02 from the shaft 21.00.
6. Remove the O-rings 41.00 and 41.01 from the vacuum casings 10.10. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and
91.81 and separate the guide discs 13.70 and 13.73 from the vacuum casings 10.10.
7. If necessary, loosen the bolts 91.80 and separate the guide discs 13.71 from the central body 10.90. When do-
ing so the gland packing ring 46.10 becomes loose and can be removed.

7.6 Assembly

7.6.1 Preparation for assembly

1. Clean carefully all pump parts.
Make sure that the sealing surfaces have no grooves and the guide disc is perfectly flat. If necessary, the guide
disc must be ground on a levelling plate by means of abrasive cloth.
2. Coat the running surface of the guide disc as well as threads and fittings (except the sealing 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.

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7.6.2 Tightening torques
When tightening the bolts and nuts the following tightening torques must be observed:
M6 M8
(Nm) (Nm)
Bolts under pressure 8,5 12
7.6.3 Assembly of the pump
Proceed as follows:
LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316
(type with mechanical seal):
1. If one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impeller must be reinstalled. The spacer
52.60 must be modified so that its length is about
0.3 mm larger than the measured distance of the
running surfaces of the guide discs 13.71 which
are installed in the central body 10.90.
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 to the flange side.
3. Place the gland packing ring 46.10 in the central
body 10.90. Attach the guide discs 13.71 with
bolts 91.80 to the central body 10.90. Ensure that
the ports are correctly positioned. The larger suc-
tion port should be covered in the deeper side and
the smaller pressure port should be covered on
the shorter side.
Measure the distance between the surfaces of the
assembled guide discs 13.71 and check the
length of the spacer 52.60.
4. Clamp the shaft 21.00 with the drive side lowest
up to the shoulder with diameter 45.
5. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
ATTENTION
Ensure that the direction of rotation of the coil
spring is correct.
Direction of rotation of the shaft
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M 10 M 12 M 16 M 20 M 24 M 30
(Nm) (Nm) (Nm) (Nm) (Nm) (Nm)
25 40 90 175 300 500
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.
6. Put on the previously assembled vacuum casing
10.60 (discharge side) with the guide disc 13.70 to
the front. Insert the stationary seal ring of the me-
chanical seal 43.31 in the shaft seal casing 44.10.
Insert the O-ring 41.01 in 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. Install the thrower 42.11 on the shaft 21.00.
Insert the bearing housing 35.00 in the vacuum
casing 10.60.
7. Insert 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 washer 93.11
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.
8. Insert the key 94.01 in the corresponding groove
of the shaft 21.00. Push the impeller 23.51 onto
the shaft 21.00. The vanes of the impeller must
point in the direction of rotation. Install the spacer
52.60.
9. Insert the O-ring 41.00 into the groove of the vac-
uum casing 10.60. Place the previously assem-
bled central body 10.90 with the side for the impel-
ler 23.51 to the front on the vacuum casing 10.60
and attach loosely with bolts 90.10. Insert the sec-
ond key 94.01 into the groove of the shaft 21.00.
Push the impeller 23.50 onto the shaft 21.00, se-
cure it with the shaft nut 92.20 and lock washer
93.10. The vanes of the impeller must point in the
direction of rotation.
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10. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
ATTENTION
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 direction of
rotation:
Push the rotating part of the mechanical seal
43.30 against the shaft nut 92.20 and secure.
11. Insert 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. Insert the stationary seal ring of the
mechanical seal 43.30 in the shaft seal casing
44.10. Insert the O-ring 41.01 into the groove of
the vacuum casing 10.60. Attach the shaft seal
casing 44.10 to the vacuum casing 10.60 with the
bolts 91.40. Locate the thrower 42.11 on the shaft
21.00. Insert the bearing housing 35.00 in the
vacuum casing 10.60.
12. Insert 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.
13. 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.
14. 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 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
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the opposite bolts tightened until the measuring
gauge shows the required play.
15. Install the coupling halves and after testing the
pump (see chapter 7.8) install the pump in the
plant.
LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316
(type with stuffing box):
1. If one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impeller must be reinstalled. The spacer
52.60 must be modified so that its length is about
0.3 mm larger than the measured distance of the
running surfaces of the guide discs 13.71 which
are installed in the central body 10.90.
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 to the flange side.
3. Place the gland packing ring 46.11 in the central
body 10.90. Attach the guide discs 13.71 with
bolts 91.80 to the central body 10.90. Ensure that
the ports are correctly positioned. The larger suc-
tion port should be covered in the deeper side and
the smaller pressure port should be covered on
the shorter side.
Measure the distance between the surfaces of the
assembled guide discs 13.71 and check the
length of the spacer 52.60.
4. Insert 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. Insert 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 slightly.
5. Clamp the shaft 21.00 with the drive side lowest
up to the shoulder with diameter Ø45.
6. 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 bolts
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.
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7. Insert 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.
8. 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 drive
side is upwards.
9. Insert the key 94.01 into the corresponding groove
of the shaft 21.00. Push the impeller 23.51 on the
shaft 21.00. The vanes of the impeller must point
in the direction of rotation. Push the spacer 52.60
on the shaft 21.00. Insert the key 94.01 into the
groove of the shaft 21.00.
10. Insert 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
90.10. Push the impeller 23.50 on the shaft 21.00.
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.
11. Insert 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. Locate the thrower 42.11 on the shaft
21.00. Attach the bearing bracket 33.00 with bolts
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 in the bearing bracket
33.00.
12. Insert 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.
13. 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.
14. 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
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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.
15. Mount the coupling guards 68.10 to the bearing
brackets 33.00. Install the coupling halves and af-
ter testing the pump (see chapter 7.8) install the
pump in the plant.
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327
(type with mechanical seal):
1. If one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impeller must be reinstalled. The spacer
52.60 must be modified so that its length is about
0.3 mm (LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320) or 0.35 mm
(LPH. 65320 / 65327) larger than the measured
distance of the running surfaces of the guide discs
13.71 plus the depths of the recess of the vane-
wheel impellers 23.50 and 23.51.
2. Mount the valve plates 75.11 and the cover sheets
58.01 with the bolts 90.14 to the guide discs 13.70
and 13.73. Mount the guide discs 13.70 and 13.73
with bolts 91.80 and 91.81 to the vacuum casings
10.10.
ATTENTION
Please adhere to the right position of the bolt
91.81 in any case in order to avoid any damage to
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. Place the gland packing ring 46.11 in the central
body 10.90. Attach the guide discs 13.71 with
bolts 91.80 to the central body 10.90. Ensure that
the ports are correctly positioned. The larger suc-
tion port should be covered in the deeper side and
the smaller pressure port should be covered on
the shorter side.
Measure the depths of the recess of the vane-
wheel impellers 23.50 and 23.51 and the distance
between the surfaces of the assembled guide
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discs 13.71 and check the length of the spacer
52.60 (see point 1).
4. Setting dimension of the vane-wheel impeller
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320:
LPH 65320 / 65327:
Loosely screw the lock washer 93.10 (only with ty-
pe LPHX 55000) and shaft nut 92.20 on the non-
driving side of the shaft 21.00. Insert the key 94.02
in the groove of the shaft 21.00. Push the impeller
23.51 onto the shaft 21.00 (observe the setting
dimension). The vanes of the impeller must point
in the direction of rotation. Secure the shaft nut
92.20 by the lock washer or threaded pin 93.10.
5. 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.
6. Put on the previously assembled vacuum casing
10.10 (discharge side) with the guide disc 13.73 to
the front. Insert the previously mounted shaft
21.00 with the driving side upwards. Insert the O-
ring 41.00 into the groove of the vacuum casing
10.10 (discharge side). Push the spacer 52.60 on
the shaft 21.00. Insert the key 94.01 in the groove
of the shaft 21.00. Place the central body 10.90
and loosely mount with bolts 90.10 to the vacuum
casing 10.10. Push the impeller 23.50 onto the
shaft 21.00. Put on the second shaft nut 92.20 and
secure by lock washer or threaded pin 93.10. In-
sert the O-ring 41.00 in the groove of the vacuum
casing 10.10 (suction side). For a safe foothold
the O-ring can be inserted with grease. Put the
previously assembled vacuum casing 10.10 (suc-
tion side) with the guide disc 13.70 to the front on
the central body 10.90 and loosely mount with the
bolts 90.10.
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7. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
ATTENTION
Observe the right direction of rotation of the coil
spring.
Direction of rotation of the shaft
Push the spacer 52.50 and the rotating part of the
mechanical seal 43.30 up against the shaft nut
92.20.
8. Insert the stationary seal ring of the mechanical
seal 43.30 in the shaft seal casing 44.10. Insert
the O-ring 41.01 into the groove of the vacuum
casing 10.10. Mount the shaft seal casing 44.10
with bolts 91.40 to the vacuum casing 10.10.
When doing so the through borings of the shaft
seal casing 44.10 must align wit the threaded
holes borings of the vacuum casing 10.10. Put the
thrower 50.70 on the shaft 21.00. Insert the radial
shaft seal ring 42.11 in the bearing housing 35.00.
Insert the bearing housing 35.00 in the vacuum
casing 10.10.
9. Press the antifriction bearing 32.01 in the bearing
housing 35.00. Insert the radial shaft seal ring
42.10 in the bearing cover 36.00. Mount the bear-
ing cover 36.00 with bolts 90.11 to the vacuum
casing 10.10 so that the drain hole points to the
feet of the casing. Rotate the pump carefully
through 180° so that the drive side is downward.
10. Mechanical seal dependent on direction of rotation
ATTENTION
Observe the right direction of rotation of the coil
spring.
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
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mechanical seal 43.31 on the shaft 21.00 and se-
cure.
11. Insert the stationary seal ring of the mechanical
seal 43.31 in the shaft seal casing 44.10. Insert
the O-ring 41.01 in the groove of the vacuum cas-
ing 10.10. Insert 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
must align with the threaded holes of the vacuum
casing 10.10. Put the thrower 50.70 on the shaft
21.00. Insert the radial shaft seal ring 42.11 in the
bearing housing 35.00. Insert the bearing housing
35.00 in the vacuum casing 10.10.
12. Push the spacer 52.51 on the shaft 21.00. Press
the antifriction bearing 32.02 in the bearing hous-
ing 35.00. Withdraw the withdrawal sleeve 52.80
(not all executions), tighten with the lock washer
93.11 and shaft nut 92.30 and secure. Put on the
bearing cover 36.10. Screw only loosely the bolts
90.12 and 90.13 for the bearing cover mounting
and not tighten.
13. 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.
14. 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.
15. Install the coupling halves and after testing the
pump (see chapter 7.8) install the pump in the
plant.
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LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327
(type with stuffing box):
1. If one or more parts are replaced, which because
of their length may affect the position of the impel-
ler, the impeller must be reinstalled. The spacer
52.60 must be modified so that its length is about
0.3 mm (LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320) or 0.35 mm
(LPH. 65320 / 65327) larger than the measured
distance of the running surfaces of the guide discs
13.71 plus the depths of the recess of the vane-
wheel impellers 23.50 and 23.51.
2. Mount the valve plates 75.11 and cover sheets
58.01 with bolts 90.14 to the guide discs 13.70
and 13.73. Mount the guide discs 13.70 and 13.73
with bolts 91.80 and 91.81 to the vacuum cas-
ings 10.10.
ATTENTION
Observe the right position of the bolt 91.81 in or-
der to avoid any damage to 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. Place the gland packing ring 46.11 in the central
body 10.90. Attach the guide discs 13.71 with
bolts 91.80 to the central body 10.90. Ensure that
the ports are correctly positioned. The larger suc-
tion port should be covered in the deeper side and
the smaller pressure port should be covered on
the shorter side.
Measure the depths of the recess of the vane-
wheel impellers 23.50 and 23.51 and the distance
between the surfaces of the assembled guide
discs 13.71 and check the length of the spacer
52.60 (see point 1).
4. Insert the O-rings 41.01 in the grooves of the vac-
uum casings 10.10. Mount the stuffing box hous-
ings 45.10 with bolts 90.11 to the vacuum casings
10.10. Insert two gland packing rings 46.10, lan-
tern 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.
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5. Setting dimension of the vane-wheel impeller 42.10 in the bearing cover 36.00. Mount the bear-
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320: ing cover 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.
9. Put the thrower 50.70 on the shaft 21.00. Insert
the radial shaft seal ring 42.11 in the bearing cov-
er 36.02. Push the bearing cover 36.02 on the
LPH 65320 / 65327: shaft 21.00. Mount the bearing bracket 33.00 with
bolts 90.12 to the vacuum casing 10.10 so that the
drain hole points to the casing feet.
10. 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
Loosely screw the lock washer 93.10 (only with ty- 52.80, tighten with the safety tab washer 93.11
pe LPHX 55000) and shaft nut 92.20 on the non- and shaft nut 92.30 and secure. Put on the bear-
driving side of the shaft 21.00. Insert the key 94.02 ing cover 36.10. Screw only loosely the bolts 90.13
in the groove of the shaft 21.00. Push the impeller for the bearing cover mounting and not tighten.
23.51 onto the shaft 21.00 (observe the setting
11. Place the pump horizontally with the pump feet on
dimension). The vanes of the impeller must point
a level surface and tighten all bolts 90.10 moving
in the direction of rotation. Secure the shaft nut
sequentially across the pump when tightening to
92.20 by the lock washer or threaded pin 93.10.
ensure even pressure.
6. Put on the previously assembled vacuum casing
12. The amount of total play in the rotating parts can
10.10 (discharge side) with the guide disc 13.73 to
be established by adjusting the bolts 90.13 till the
the front. Insert the previously mounted shaft
impeller contacts the casing. The amount of the
21.00 with the driving side upwards. Insert the O-
play can be established with a clock gauge at the
ring 41.00 into the groove of the vacuum casing
end of the shaft. The rotating elements are ad-
10.10 (discharge side). Push the spacer 52.60 on
justed to the mid point of play again by means of
the shaft 21.00. Insert the key 94.01 into the
the bolts 90.13 whereby the previously tightened
groove of the shaft 21.00. Place the central body
bolts are loosened and the opposite bolts tight-
10.90 and loosely mount with bolts 90.10 to the
ened until the measuring gauge shows the re-
vacuum casing 10.10. Push the impeller 23.50
quired play. Tighten the glands.
onto the shaft 21.00. Put on the second shaft nut
13. Mount the coupling guards 68.10 to the bearing
92.20 and secure by lock washer or threaded pin
brackets 33.00. Put on the coupling halves and af-
93.10. Insert the O-ring 41.00 into the groove of
ter testing the pump (see chapter 7.8) install the
the vacuum casing 10.10 (suction side). For a
pump in the plant.
safe foothold the O-ring can be inserted 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.
7. Put the thrower 50.70 on the shaft 21.00. Insert
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. Secure the bearing bracket 33.00 with
bolts 90.12 to the vacuum casing 10.10 so that the
drain hole points to the casing feet.
8. Press the antifriction bearing 32.01 in the bearing
bracket 33.00. Insert the radial shaft seal ring

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7.7 Antifriction bearings
7.7.1 Lubrication
LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316:
The bearings are greased for life and must not be
greased.
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327:
First lubrication shall be made after cleaning of the
bearing and free chambers.
The bearing is completely filled by grease and the
free chamber in the casing only partly that means be-
tween 30 and 50%.
Type of lubrication see chapter 7.3.
In case the bearing is mounted in warm condition, the
lubrication should be made after getting cold.
7.7.2 Replacement of the antifriction
bearings
Preparation for disassembly please see chapter
7.5.1.
LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316:
1. Antifriction bearing 32.10 - driving side:
Remove the key 94.00 and 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 antifriction
bearing 32.10 from the bearing housing 35.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.
2. Antifriction bearing 32.10 - non-driving side:
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 14.
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327
(type with mechanical seal):
1. Antifriction bearing 32.01 - driving side:
Remove the key 94.00 and the bearing cover
36.00 with the radial shaft seal ring 42.10 by loos-
ening the bolts 90.11. Withdraw the bearing hous-
ing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing 32.01 and
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radial shaft seal ring 42.11 from the shaft 21.00.
Press out the antifriction bearing 32.01 from the
bearing housing 35.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.
2. Antifriction bearing 32.02 - non-driving side:
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.
Loosen the withdrawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening
the shaft nut 92.31 (obtainable as accessories)
and take off (not all executions). Withdraw the
bearing housing 35.00 with the antifriction bearing
32.02, spacer 52.51 and radial shaft seal ring
42.11. Press out the antifriction bearing 32.02
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 the chapter 7.6.3 point 14.
− The shaft nut 92.31 must not remain in the
pump.
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 / 65320 / 65327
(type with stuffing box):
1. Antifriction bearing 32.01 - driving 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 bearing 32.02 - non-driving 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 withdrawal sleeve 52.80 by tightening
the shaft nut 92.31 (obtainable as accessories)
and take off. Loosen the bolts 90.12 and take off
the bearing bracket 33.00 with antifriction bearing
32.02, spacer 52.51, bearing cover 36.02 and ra-
dial shaft seal ring 42.11. Loosen the bolts 90.13
and take off the bearing cover 36.02. Press out
the antifriction bearing 32.02 from the bearing
bracket 33.00.
Assembly is the reverse of the above.
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When doing so the following must be observed:

− The setting of the rotor must be remade ac-
cording to chapter 7.6.3 point 12.
− The shaft nut 92.31 must not remain in the
pump.

7.8 Test work

ATTENTION
Do not operate the pump without liquid !

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.
2. Make a hydrostatic test.
For a test with water the pressure should be 3 bar.
Drain the pump.
3. Undertake a leak test using a foaming agent.

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8.0 Help in case of problems

Fault finding and elimination must be carried out only by trained 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 different modes of operation of the pump are described in chapter 3.

8.2 Troubleshooting
Problem
Insufficient suction volume
flow in the pump
Pump causes creaking noise
(cavitation)
Liquid at the gas outlet MII
Execution with mechanical seal:
Escape of liquid from the
mechanical seal
Execution with gland packing:
Escape of liquid out of the
stuffing box
Stuffing box becomes too
warm
Cause
Suction line leaking.
Suction volume flow decreases as result
of increased service liquid 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-up liquid flow F too great
Drain liquid flow A too small, overflow
clogged
Mechanical seal is leaky.
The leakage is greater than necessary
for cooling of the stuffing box.
The stuffing box is heated up by more
than 20°C compared with the operating
temperature.
Elimination
Check the flange connections and
if necessary retighten them.
If necessary replace 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 exchanger.
Check the pump for contamination and
deposits.
Clean the pump.
If necessary, take precautions to inhibit
deposit formation.
Install cavitation protection (see chapter 3).
by increasing the make-up liquid flow or by
increasing the cooling liquid flow in the
heat exchanger.
Throttle the make-up liquid flow.
Check the overflow for sufficient clear-
ance/any clogging, eliminate the blockage.
Change the mechanical seal
(assembly and disassembly instruction are
set out in chapter 7).
If the sliding surfaces are damaged by
slight scoring, relapping is possible.
Stop the pump.
Retighten the gland very slightly.
Stop the pump.
Loosen the gland and then tighten it again
very slightly.

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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

In 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

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

vacuum pump / compressor: LPH LPH LPH

unit 45008 45311 45316 55312 55316 55320 65320 65327
min. suction pressure mbar 33
1)
permissible discharge overpressure bar 1,5 1,5 / 1,2 2 2
permissible pressure difference max. mbar 1500 1200 1500 1200 1800 1600
between
suction and discharge side min. 200 200 200 200 200 200
1) 1)
max. gas inlet dry °C 120 / 200 120 120 / 200 200 200
temperature vapour saturated °C 100 100 100 120 100
not
min. diameter of pulley mm 160 160 / 1801) 200 allowed 160

max. speed rpm 1740 1740 1740

1) 1)
service liquid max. °C 100 / 80 100 100 / 80 80 80
temperature min. °C 10 10 10 10 10
3
max. service liquid density kg/m 1200
2
max. service liquid viscosity mm /s 90
1)
when operating as compressor
Absolute pressures [mbar] Overpressures [bar]
Table 9.3: Operating limits

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ATTENTION

The 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 Moments Mx, My, Mz
[N] [Nm]
LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316: 320 100
LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320: 430 140
LPH. 65320 / 65327: 800 270

9.5 Type codes

The following table sets out the Sterling SIHI-type code (extract from the standard delivery programme).
series + size hydraulics + bearings shaft sealing material design casing seal

001 Gland packing,

simple execution 0A main parts of 0.6025
A• 1. hydraulic
041 Gland packing, 0B main parts of 0.6025,
•B 2 grease lubricated
double execution no parts of non-ferrous metal
antifriction bearings
1 o-ring
AG• mechanical seal, SZ as 0B, but guide discs and
•5 as •B, but non-driving SIHI type FK impeller of stainless steel
side with self aligning
roller bearing mechanical seal, 4B main parts of stainless steel
AF•
SIHI type GNZ
45008
LPH 45311 AB 001, AG•, AF• 0A, 0B, SZ, 4B 1
45316
55312
LPH 55316 AB / A5 041, AG•, AF• 0A, 0E, SZ, 4B 1
55320
65320
LPH AB 041, AG•, AF• 0B, SZ, 4B 1
65327

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9.6 Explosion protection

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 94/9/EG will be required. The operator must then ensure that the following
limits are not exceeded:
• - Gas inlet temperature t1,max
- Gas outlet temperature t2,max
- Service liquid temperature tB,max
• 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.

If 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 required service liquid flow

Bmin [m³/h]

LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316: 0,19

LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320: 0,50
LPH. 65320 / 65327: 0,55

9.6.2 Temperature class

In 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 Maximum permitted gas outlet temperature t2,max

gas inlet temperature t1,max or
Maximum permitted service liquid temperature tB,max

T3 150 °C *) 100 °C *)
T4 100 °C 100 °C
T5 80 °C 80 °C
T6 65 °C 65 °C
*) 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

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LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316 with mechanical seal according to DIN EN 12756, design K, form U (L1k-GLRD):

1) design for teflon sealing

Spare Part Designation: Pos.-No. 10.00 complete spare parts kit hydraulic
20.00 complete spare parts kit shaft
49.99 complete spare parts kit basic repair

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LPH. 45008 / 45311 / 45316 with gland packing:

Spare Part Designation: Pos.-No. 10.00 complete spare parts kit hydraulic
20.00 complete spare parts kit shaft
49.99 complete spare parts kit basic repair

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LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 with mechanical seal according to DIN EN 12756, design K, form U (L1k-GLRD):

1) design for teflon sealing

2) casing sealing
3) only for design … A5 …

Spare Part Designation: Pos.-No. 20.00 complete spare parts kit shaft
49.99 complete spare parts kit basic repair

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LPH. 55312 / 55316 / 55320 with gland packing:

*) casing sealing

Spare Part Designation: Pos.-No. 20.00 complete spare parts kit shaft
49.99 complete spare parts kit basic repair

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LPH. 65320 / 65327 with mechanical seal according to DIN EN 12756, design K, form U (L1k-GLRD):

1) design for teflon sealing

2) casing sealing

Spare Part Designation: Pos.-No. 20.00 complete spare parts kit shaft
49.99 complete spare parts kit basic repair

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LPH. 65320 / 65327 with gland packing:

*) casing sealing

Spare Part Designation: Pos.-No. 20.00 complete spare parts kit shaft
49.99 complete spare parts kit basic repair

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 Dimensions Page 1 of 3 Annex

Dimensions LPH 45008, LPH 45311, LPH 45316

gas inlet DN 40 (according to DIN 2501 PN 10)

N1 =
gas inlet 1 ½“ (according to ANSI 150 lbs)
gas outlet DN 40 (according to DIN 2501 PN 10)
N2 =
gas outlet 1 ½“ (according to ANSI 150 lbs)
uB = connection for service liquid G 1/2
uc = connection for anti cavitation line G 1/8
ue = connection for drain G 1/8
use = connection for dirt drain G 1/8
uL = connection for air cock G 1/2
um = connection for pressure gauge G 1/4
um1 = connection for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 1/4

execution a f f1 m1 m2 o3 q1 q2 weight
[mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] approx. [kg]
mechanical seal 184 103 526 154 163 68
LPH 45008 239 353 299
gland packing 234 187 660 204 212 77
mechanical seal 184 103 556 154 163 72
LPH 45311 269 383 329
gland packing 234 187 690 204 212 81
mechanical seal 184 103 626 154 163 79
LPH 45316 339 453 399
gland packing 234 187 760 204 212 88

Dimensions subject to technical modification

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Dimensions LPH 55312, LPH 55316, LPH 55320

gas inlet DN 50 (according to DIN 2501 PN 10)

N1 =
gas inlet 2“ (according to ANSI 150 lbs)
gas outlet DN 50 (according to DIN 2501 PN 10)
N2 =
gas outlet 2“ (according to ANSI 150 lbs)
uB = connection for service liquid G 1
uc = connection for anti cavitation line G 1/4
ue connection for drain G 1/4 (grey cast iron)
=
connection for drain G 1/2 (stainless steel)
use connection for dirt drain G 1/4 (grey cast iron)
=
connection for dirt drain G 1/2 (stainless steel)
uL = connection for air cock G 3/4
um = connection for pressure gauge G 3/4
um1 = connection for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 3/4

execution a f1 m1 m2 o3 weight
[mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] approx. [kg]
mechanical seal 141 757
LPH 55312 334 434 384 140
gland packing 218 834
mechanical seal 141 797
LPH 55316 374 474 424 150
gland packing 218 874
mechanical seal 141 857
LPH 55320 434 534 484 180
gland packing 218 934

Dimensions subject to technical modification

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Dimensions LPH 65320, LPH 65327

gas inlet DN 65 (according to DIN 2501 PN 10)

N1 =
gas inlet 2 ½“ (according to ANSI 150 lbs)
gas outlet DN 65 (according to DIN 2501 PN 10)
N2 =
gas outlet 2 ½“ (according to ANSI 150 lbs)
uB = connection for service liquid G 1
uc = connection for anti cavitation line G 1/4
ue = connection for drain G 1/2
use = connection for dirt drain G 1/2
uL = connection for air cock G 3/4
connection for pressure gauge G 3/8 (grey cast iron)
um =
connection for pressure gauge G 3/4 (stainless steel)
connection for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 3/8 (grey cast iron)
um1 =
connection for drainage valve or liquid level sensor G 3/4 (stainless steel)

execution a f1 m1 m2 o3 weight
[mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] [mm] approx. [kg]
mechanical seal 134 920
LPH 65320 500 640 580 200
gland packing 223 1009
mechanical seal 134 986
LPH 65327 566 706 646 215
gland packing 223 1075

Dimensions subject to technical modification

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 Operating Data Page 1 of 4 Annex

Two stage liquid ring vacuum pumps LPHX

Operating Data for Various Speeds
for Transport of Dry and Steam Saturated Air

max. Me-
3
Suction volume flow in m /h and Power Required in kW at a suction pressure of: Make up dium

Vacuum- Water con

pump Speed 33 mbar 40 mbar 60 mbar 80 mbar 120 mbar 200 mbar 400 mbar 900 mbar consump. veyed
rpm m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h
1150 44 1.5 55 1.5 72 1.5 78 1.6 78 1.7 61 1.9 60 2 60 1 0.9 1
82 88 96 96 88 66 62 61 2
LPH 1450 55 2.4 70 2.4 88 2.4 97 2.4 105 2.5 107 2.7 105 2.9 94 1.6 0.9 1
45008 103 112 117 119 119 115 109 96 2
1740 66 3.5 80 3.5 104 3.5 115 3.5 124 3.6 128 3.7 128 3.8 110 2.3 0.9 1
124 130 138 142 142 140 134 112 2
1150 66 1.8 80 1.8 101 1.9 107 2 106 2.2 97 2.4 81 2.4 80 1.5 0.9 1
118 125 130 130 120 104 84 81 2
LPH 1450 85 2.8 105 2.8 126 2.8 136 2.9 144 3.1 142 3.4 120 3.5 115 2.2 0.9 1
45311 152 162 164 164 162 152 124 117 2
1740 98 3.9 118 3.9 143 3.9 155 4.0 168 4.2 170 4.5 148 4.8 135 3.2 0.9 1
175 182 188 190 188 182 153 137 2
1150 80 2.4 96 2.4 124 2.5 136 2.6 146 2.9 141 3.3 113 3.3 100 1.9 1 1
132 144 156 160 162 150 116 102 2
LPH 1450 100 3.6 130 3.6 170 3.7 185 3.8 190 4.1 185 4.5 165 4.8 150 3.1 1 1
45316 167 192 214 218 211 196 170 152 2
1740 115 5.1 148 5.1 196 5.2 216 5.3 233 5.6 235 6 204 6.4 170 3.9 1 1
192 218 248 255 258 250 210 172 2

1150 120 4.8 140 4.8 180 4.9 200 4.9 210 5 210 5.2 200 5 180 3 3 1
212 222 238 244 240 226 206 183 2
LPH 1450 160 6.6 180 6.6 225 6.7 250 6.8 275 6.9 285 7.2 260 7.4 220 4.8 3 1
55312 275 285 300 305 310 305 270 225 2
1740 200 10 220 10 255 10 275 10 295 10 305 10.5 285 11 240 7 3 1
310 320 330 335 335 328 295 244 2

The operating data are valid under the following conditions: Compression pressure 1013 mbar (Atmospheric pressure)
Medium conveyed 1) dry air 20°C The suction volume flow is dependent on the suction pressure
2) steam saturated air 20°C Operating data tolerance 10%
Service liquid Water 15°C 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.

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Two stage liquid ring vacuum pumps LPHX

Operating Data for Various Speeds
for Transport of Dry and Steam Saturated Air

max. Me-
3
Suction volume flow in m /h and Power Required in kW at a suction pressure of: Make up dium

Vacuum- Water con

pump Speed 33 mbar 40 mbar 60 mbar 80 mbar 120 mbar 200 mbar 400 mbar 900 mbar consump. veyed
rpm m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h
1150 130 5.3 160 5.3 200 5.4 225 5.5 240 5.7 250 6.1 220 6.3 190 4 3 1
228 242 260 265 265 265 230 195 2
LPH 1450 185 7.4 230 7.5 300 7.6 325 7.7 340 8 340 8.7 300 9.2 280 6.2 3 1
55316 320 350 380 385 380 365 310 285 2
1740 210 11 260 11 335 11 375 11 395 11.5 400 12 350 12.5 340 8.5 3 1
365 395 430 440 440 430 360 345 2
1150 145 8.8 170 8.8 220 9 240 9.3 260 9.6 270 9.6 235 8.3 200 5.2 3 1
235 255 275 285 290 285 245 205 2
LPH 1450 210 9 260 9 340 9.2 390 9.5 415 10 420 10.8 370 10.8 340 8 3 1
55320 350 385 430 455 460 445 380 345 2
1740 220 12.5 280 12.5 370 12.5 410 12.5 450 12.5 470 13.2 400 14 350 9.5 3 1
365 415 465 485 500 500 410 355 2

1150 260 8 295 8 355 8 375 8.3 380 8.8 370 9.4 330 9.3 330 6 2.7 1
435 445 450 445 425 395 340 335 2
LPH 1450 310 12 360 12 450 12 490 12.5 500 13 490 14 460 14 450 9.5 2.7 1
65320 525 540 570 580 560 520 475 455 2
1750 330 17.5 400 17.5 505 17.7 550 18 585 18.8 590 19.5 550 19 550 14 2.7 1
560 595 640 650 650 630 565 560 2
1150 300 9.2 345 9.3 435 9.7 480 9.8 500 10 455 11.2 400 11.5 400 7.5 2.7 1
470 495 535 555 550 480 410 405 2
LPH 1450 325 13.5 410 13.5 550 13.5 600 14 610 15 590 17 550 17.5 540 12.5 2.7 1
65327 520 585 680 695 670 620 560 545 2
1750 340 20 430 20 590 20 675 20.5 710 22 680 24.5 640 24 640 18.5 2.7 1
545 615 730 780 780 715 655 645 2
The operating data are valid under the following conditions: Compression pressure 1013 mbar (Atmospheric pressure)
Medium conveyed 1) dry air 20°C The suction volume flow is dependent on the suction pressure
2) steam saturated air 20°C Operating data tolerance 10%
Service liquid Water 15°C 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.

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Two 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 [mbar] 33 (40, 80) 120 1 200 1 400 1
KB KB KB KB
Pump type Speed Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB
[rpm] difference [°C] difference [°C] difference [°C] difference [°C]
20 10 5 2 20 10 5 2 20 10 5 2 20 10 5 2

1150 0.06 0.11 0.20 0.38 0.07 0.12 0.21 0.38 0.07 0.13 0.23 0.39 0.08 0.14 0.22 0.37

LPH 45008 1450 0.09 0.17 0.28 0.48 0.9 0.09 0.17 0.28 0.46 0.8 0.10 0.18 0.29 0.46 0.75 0.10 0.18 0.28 0.43 0,65

1740 0.13 0.23 0.36 0.56 0.13 0.22 0.35 0.53 0.13 0.22 0.34 0.51 0.13 0.22 0.33 0.46

1150 0.07 0.13 0.23 0.42 0.08 0.15 0.26 0.43 0.09 0.16 0.27 0.43 0.09 0.16 0.25 0.40

LPH 45311 1450 0.11 0.19 0.31 0.51 0.9 0.11 0.20 0.32 0.50 0.8 0.12 0.21 0.33 0.50 0.75 0.12 0.21 0.31 0.45 0,65

1740 0.14 0.24 0.38 0.59 0.15 0.25 0.38 0.55 0.15 0.26 0.38 0.54 0.16 0.25 0.36 0.49

1150 0.09 0.17 0.29 0.51 0.11 0.20 0.32 0.52 0.12 0.21 0.34 0.53 0.12 0.20 0.30 0.45

LPH 45316 1450 0.13 0.24 0.38 0.61 1.0 0.15 0.25 0.40 0.60 0.9 0.16 0.27 0.40 0.59 0.85 0.16 0.25 0.36 0.49 0,65

1740 0.18 0.30 0.47 0.69 0.19 0.31 0.47 0.65 0.20 0.32 0.47 0.64 0.19 0.30 0.41 0.53

1150 0.19 0.36 0.65 1.22 0.20 0.36 0.63 1.13 0.20 0.37 0.62 1.06 0.18 0.32 0.52 0.81

LPH 55312 1450 0.26 0.48 0.82 1.46 3.0 0.26 0.48 0.79 1.33 2.4 0.27 0.47 0.76 1.21 2.0 0.26 0.43 0.64 0.92 1,3

1740 0.38 0.67 1.09 1.77 0.36 0.63 1.00 1.54 0.37 0.62 0.95 1.39 0.35 0.55 0.77 1.02

1150 0.21 0.40 0.70 1.29 0.22 0.41 0.70 1.21 0.23 0.42 0.69 1.13 0.22 0.38 0.59 0.88

LPH 55316 1450 0.29 0.52 0.89 1.54 3.0 0.30 0.53 0.87 1.41 2.4 0.31 0.54 0.86 1.30 2.0 0.30 0.49 0.71 0.98 1,3

1740 0.41 0.72 1.16 1.84 0.41 0.70 1.08 1.62 0.41 0.68 1.02 1.44 0.38 0.59 0.81 1.05

1150 0.34 0.60 1.01 1.67 0.35 0.61 0.98 1.52 0.34 0.58 0.90 1.35 0.28 0.46 0.68 0.95

LPH 55320 1450 0.34 0.61 1.02 1.69 3.0 0.36 0.63 1.00 1.54 2.4 0.38 0.63 0.96 1.40 2.0 0.34 0.54 0.76 1.02 1,3

1740 0.46 0.79 1.25 1.92 0.44 0.74 1.13 1.66 0.44 0.72 1.06 1.48 0.41 0.62 0.84 1.07

1150 0.30 0.55 0.91 1.51 0.33 0.58 0.94 1.50 0.34 0.59 0.93 1.42 0.32 0.52 0.77 1.09

LPH 65320 1450 0.43 0.75 1.17 1.77 2.7 0.46 0.77 1.18 1.73 2.5 0.47 0.78 1.15 1.61 2.2 0.43 0.67 0.92 1.20 1,5

1750 0.59 0.97 1.42 2.00 0.61 0.98 1.41 1.91 0.61 0.95 1.33 1.74 0.53 0.78 1.03 1.27

1150 0.34 0.61 1.00 1.60 0.37 0.64 1.02 1.58 0.39 0.67 1.03 1.51 0.37 0.60 0.85 1.15

LPH 65327 1450 0.48 0.81 1.25 1.84 2.7 0.51 0.85 1.27 1.80 2.5 0.55 0.88 1.25 1.69 2.2 0.50 0.75 1.00 1.25 1,5

1750 0.65 1.05 1.51 2.05 0.69 1.08 1.50 2.00 0.71 1.08 1.44 1.82 0.61 0.87 1.10 1.31

* 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).

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 Operating Data Page 4 of 4 Annex

Two 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 0.2 bar 0.4 bar 0.6 bar 0.8 bar 1 bar 1.2 bar 1.5 bar 2 bar Consump.

rpm m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h kW m³/h
LPH 1450 86 3.7 84 4.1 80 4.6 75 5.0 60 5.9 0,85

45008 1750 115 5.2 115 5.8 115 6.4 115 6.9 110 7.8

LPH 1450 125 5.8 125 6.3 122 6.8 100 7.3

45316 1750 140 8.1 155 8.8 160 9.5

o
The suction volume and power consumed values are valid for compressing dry air at 20 C at atmospheric pressure
o
(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.

Two 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]
compression pressure 0.6 0.8 1.2 1.5
[bar]
KB KB KB KB
Pumpentyp speed Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB Temperature- FB
[rpm] difference [°C] difference [°C] difference [°C] difference [°C]
30 20 10 5 30 20 10 5 30 20 10 5 30 20 10 5
LPH 45008 1450 0.08 0.11 0.18 0.25 0.45 0.09 0.12 0.2 0.3 0.55 0.11 0.15 0.26 0.38 0.75 0.13 0.18 0.3 0.44 0.85

1750 0.14 0.14 0.21 0.29 0.12 0.16 0.25 0.34 0.14 0.2 0.31 0.44 0.16 0.22 0.35 0.5

LPH 45316 1450 0.12 0.16 0.25 0.34 0.55 0.13 0.18 0.28 0.39 0.65 0.15 0.21 0.34 0.49 0.85

1750 0.15 0.2 0.29 0.38 0.17 0.22 0.33 0.44

* 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).

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 EC Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer:
Sterling SIHI GmbH
Lindenstraße 170
D-25524 Itzehoe

declares herewith that the product

Pump: LEM
LRM

Serial number: XXX

fulfils all relevant provisions of the Directive Machinery 2006/42/EC.

Furthermore the aforementioned product complies with the provisions of the EC Directives:
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Harmonised standards used:

EN 1012-1/2
DIN EN ISO 12100-1
DIN EN ISO 12100-2
EN 1127-1
EN 13463-1
EN 13463-5/8

Other technical standards and specifications used:

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Person authorised to compile the technical file:

Bernd Wenckebach
Sterling SIHI GmbH
Lindenstraße 170
D-25524 Itzehoe

Place, date:
XXX, XX.XX.XXXX

Person empowered to draw up this declaration:

Product Line Manager Operation Manager
 EC Declaration of Conformity
The manufacturer:
Sterling SIHI GmbH
Lindenstraße 170
D-25524 Itzehoe

declares herewith that the product

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

LEL
LOH LPH LEH
SL
Serial number: XXX

fulfils all relevant provisions of the Directive Machinery 2006/42/EC.

Furthermore the aforementioned product complies with the provisions of the EC Directives:

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

Pump: XXX

Harmonised standards used:

EN 1012-1/2
DIN EN ISO 12100-1
DIN EN ISO 12100-2
EN 1127-1
EN 13463-1
EN 13463-5/8

Other technical standards and specifications used:

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Person authorised to compile the technical file:

Bernd Wenckebach
Sterling SIHI GmbH
Lindenstraße 170
D-25524 Itzehoe

Place, date:
XXX, XX.XX.XXXX

Person empowered to draw up this declaration:

Product Line Manager Operation Manager