GEA Hygienic Pump Hilge SIPLA HT ADAPTA 18.1

Functional testing of the mechanical seal

Inspect the pump and check whether liquid exits at the mechanical seal

An intact mechanical seal operates virtually without any leakage

If pumped fluid or flushing fluid exits

Follow the installation instructions Section 10.2, Page 44

Notice: Hygiene risk, food safety. Worn out and not fully functional components may lead to the contamination of the pump.

Pay close attention to the condition of the O-rings during regular inspections.

The O-rings must be replaced if any one of these characteristics are visible

Sign off on the O-rings replacement

Warning: This procedure requires trained personnel with PPE!

Enter the machine's operating hours

If operating hours are above 5000, proceed with the bearing replacement

Select the type of external influence

Sign off on the bearing replacement

Warning: This inspection requires trained personnel with PPE!

Functionality check of the pump

After 2000 hours of operation, check the following:

During disassembly of the pump, check the following:

All connections are firmly secured

All safety devices are installed

Electrical connections are correct

Pipe system on the installation side is clean

Stop valves in the system are open

Pump along with the system is filled

Pump along with the system is vented

For double mechanical seal / quench version, flushing fluid is connected without pressure (max. 0.2bar)

Suction-side stop valve is fully open