Handling; Applications; Pumped Liquids; Technical Data - ALTAMIRA TX Serie Manual De Instalación

2. Handling

Read these instructions carefully before beginning installation. Lift and handle these pumps carefully.
TX, TXE & TXN series are vertical multi-stage non-self priming pumps coupled with standard electric motors.
This manual applies to standard version pumps (TX, TXE, TXN) and for standard applications. Contact your
supplier or the factory for information about special pump versions and applications.

3.- Applications

TX, TXE & TXN series in-line pumps booster pumps are designed for a wide range of applications in
various industries for water treatment, water boosting, water supply, cooling, cleaning, etc.

3.1 Pumped liquids

The pumps are designed for use with clean and non-explosive liquids that do not contain abrasive matter.
WARNING.- These pumps are not designed to be used with abrasive, solid containing, explosive and
corrosive liquids.
For special application, please contact your supplier or the factory.

4.- Technical data

4.1 Ambient temperature: 0°C a +40°C
WARNING If ambient temperatures are above +40 degrees C, or if the pump is located at elevations
more than 1,000 meters above sea level, the motor output must be decreased to compensate for less effective
cooling, and may have to be replaced with a stronger motor.

4.2 Maximum operating pressure.

Refer to page 11

4.3 Minimum inlet pressure - NPSH

To avoid cavitation, make sure that there is a mínimum pressure on the suction side of the pump.
NPSHA (Net Positive Suction Head Available)
The net positive suction head available is a function of the pump suction system.
NPSHR (Net Positive Suction Head Required)
The net positive suction head required is a function of the pump design at the operating point on the pump
performance curve.
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