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4.3 Installation
Prepare the workspace in which the pump is to be installed, ensuring there is a clean and level
work surface with sufficient room for not only the pump, but also to allow you sufficient access to
the pump for maintenance purposes and fit pipe work, etc
Lift the pump & gearbox assembly using the appropriate lifting equipment referring to the weights
table (chapter 4.1) and eyebolt-lifting guide (page 81)!
The power supply and control panel should be installed. If the pump is to be operated remotely,
a separate control panel with STOP and START facilities should be installed near the pump, but
at least 3 metres / 9 feet distance from the pump
Pipe work should:
• Be as short and direct as possible;
• Be oversized, especially the suction line;
• Be aligned correctly, free from stress and securely anchored;
• Include a short, removable section adjacent to the port flanges to allow easy access when
changing hoses, ideally this should be a flexible non-reinforced hose;
• Include suction and discharge valves (if a discharge valve is fitted, a high pressure safety
device will also need to be installed to prevent excess pressure building up when discharge
valve is closed with pump running);
• Include drainage taps to allow safe removal of product;
• Include a minimum number of turns and long radius elbows where change of direction is
necessary;
• Not be undersized
To install the VERDER hose pump, follow the procedures below:
Lift the pump into position and bolt to foundations securely, ensuring that the pump and drive
assembly is supported to enable a balanced, vertical lift
Only a qualified electrician should carry out this task
• Connect the motor to the power supply, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Pay
attention to the direction of rotation of the pump when wiring the motor
• If not already fitted, install the hose following the procedure described in Section 4.6 on ‘Hose
Installation’
• To improve hose positioning on installation & removal, the incorporation of an additional
facility in the form of a forward/reverse and inch control.
