GE Emergency Air Driven Motor Pump.

Translation of the original assembly instructions BA2-0NNN-112
Assembly and maintenance instructions for gear pumps and units AN-ZU: 05
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Contents Page
1 General Information ............................................................................................................4

1.1 Important General Information....................................................................................4
1.2 Warnings and Symbols ..............................................................................................5
1.3 Basic Safety Rules .....................................................................................................6
2 Technical data ....................................................................................................................6
2.1 Intended use...............................................................................................................6
2.2 Non-designated use ...................................................................................................7
2.3 Flow medium ..............................................................................................................8
2.4 Sound pressure level..................................................................................................9
3 Description..........................................................................................................................9
3.1 Pressure relief valve................................................................................................. 10
3.2 Using pressure relief valve R25, R35 DB (if installed) .............................................. 10
4 Transport and storage ...................................................................................................... 12
4.1 Storage and preservation ......................................................................................... 12
4.2 Lifting the gear pump or pump unit........................................................................... 13
5 Set-up / Mounting and Connection ................................................................................... 14
5.1 Set-up / Mounting ..................................................................................................... 14
5.1.1 Preparation...........................................................................................................14
5.1.2 Clutch alignment .................................................................................................. 15
5.1.3 Motor mounting .................................................................................................... 15
5.2 Planning and connection of pipes............................................................................. 16
5.2.1 Suction pipe design, NPSHR value...................................................................... 16
5.2.2 Connection of pipes ............................................................................................. 17
5.3 Electrical connection ................................................................................................ 18
6 Commissioning ................................................................................................................. 18
6.1 Before commissioning .............................................................................................. 18
6.2 Dry running............................................................................................................... 19
6.3 Direction of rotation .................................................................................................. 20
6.3.1 Checking the direction of rotation......................................................................... 20
6.3.2 Reversing the direction of rotation........................................................................ 21
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6.4 Commissioning......................................................................................................... 22
6.5 Recommissioning..................................................................................................... 23
7 Dismantling....................................................................................................................... 23
8 Maintenance / Service ...................................................................................................... 24
8.1 Gear pump ............................................................................................................... 24
8.2 Pump unit................................................................................................................. 25
9 Conversion / Changes ...................................................................................................... 26
10 Decommissioning ............................................................................................................. 26
11 Malfunctions / Causes / Remedies ................................................................................... 26
Illustrations
Figure 1: Gear pump delivery principle ..................................................................................... 9
Figure 2: Pressure relief valve R25 DB ................................................................................... 10
Figure 3: Pressure relief valve R35 DB ................................................................................... 10
Figure 4: Transport / Lifting ..................................................................................................... 13
Figure 5: NPSHR .................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 6: Direction of rotation .................................................................................................. 20
List of tables
Table 1: Warnings and consequences of non-observance ...................................................... 5
Table 2: Symbols and their meaning........................................................................................ 5
Table 3: Consequences of non-designated use....................................................................... 8
Table 4: Flow medium.............................................................................................................. 8
Table 5: Sound pressure level ................................................................................................. 9
Table 6: Tightening torques for pressure relief valves ........................................................... 11
Table 7: Tightening torques for brackets................................................................................ 15
Table 8: Maintenance of pump units ...................................................................................... 25
Table 9: Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 32
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1 General Information
1.1 Important General Information

In addition to the information given in these assembly instructions, the acceptance of order and
the technical documentation must also be strictly observed.
The following documents must also be strictly observed:
→ Pump unit without drive motor: clutch operating manual.
→ Pump unit with drive motor: motor operating manual.
→ Other manuals.
→ For operation in a potentially explosive environment the ATEX operating manual
BA2-0NNN-113 supplied by Rickmeier GmbH must also be observed. The information in
that manual on operation of the gear pump supersedes the information in this assembly
and maintenance manual.
The documentation must always be available at the operating location of the machine so that
dangers or injuries and damage can be prevented to the greatest extent possible. For storage,
transport, commissioning, operation, maintenance / service or decommissioning, the applicable
national, local and system-specific regulations must be observed.
Special designs and design variants may differ in their technical details! In case of uncertainty,
we strongly recommend consulting Rickmeier GmbH with the data on the nameplate.
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1.2 Warnings and Symbols

The warnings in this assembly manual must be observed at all times. They are designed for
your personal safety and to prevent property damage. If there are multiple hazards, the warning
for the highest level is used.
Warning Hazard level Consequences of

non-observance
Warns of an immediate Causes death or serious

DANGER danger injury
Warns of a potential danger May cause death or serious

WARNING injury
Warns of a potential May cause minor injury

CAUTION hazardous situation
Warns of a potential May cause property damage

CAUTION hazardous situation
Table 1: Warnings and consequences of non-observance
Symbol Meaning
Hazard symbol
¾ Take action to prevent personal injury and property damage.
¾ Instructions
) 1., 2., ... Instructions consisting of multiple steps
→ Cross reference
Table 2: Symbols and their meaning

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1.3 Basic Safety Rules

The safety instructions, the current national rules and regulations for accident prevention and
also internal working, operational and safety rules of the operator contained in these assembly
instructions must be strictly observed. Failure to observe the safety precautions may lead to
the loss of any and all warranty claims and claims to damages.
If the safety instructions are not observed, the following hazards may be encountered:
• Leakage of hazardous flow media (e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) may endanger persons and
the environment. Leaks must be managed to eliminate any hazards. Legal requirements
must be observed at all times.
• If hot or cold machine parts pose a danger, then these parts must be guarded to prevent
contact by the customer.
• Failure of important functions of the machine or system.
• Reduction of the expected service life of the machine or system.
• Failure of specified maintenance and service methods.
Never remove safety equipment or deactivate it by making modifications to the machine!
Assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance, de-commissioning must be conducted only
by persons who are qualified as follows:
• They must have carefully read and understood the assembly and maintenance manual(s).
• They must be technically qualified for the planned work and must be authorised by their
employer.
• EC Directive 89/655/EEC Minimum safety and health requirements for the use of
work equipment by workers at work must be observed.
Information attached directly to the gear pump (such as name plate, direction of rotation
arrow, direction of flow arrow, markings of the fluid connections) must always be
observed. These must always be kept in a completely legible condition.
2 Technical data
2.1 Intended use

Rickmeier gear pumps of the R25, R35, R45, R65, R95 model range must be used exclusively
for the supply of lubricating media.
The gear pumps must be used exclusively within the framework of the operational limits agreed
by the contract. The data relevant for operation is set out in the acceptance of order and/or in
the technical documentation.
Use in a potentially explosive environment is only permissible when the gear pump or pump
unit is marked accordingly!
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2.2 Non-designated use

Non-designated use may result in damage to the gear pump. If the pump is subsequently
operated under conditions other than those specified, this must be cleared with
Rickmeier GmbH, otherwise all warranty claims will be rendered null and void.
Non-designated use Possible consequences
Limits of operation of gear pump or pump unit • Noise generation and damage
not observed to the gear pump by cavitation
→ Acceptance of order or technical • Damage to seals (leakage)
documentation of gear pump or pump • Delivery volume does not conform
unit to order specifications
• Corrosion in the gear pump
• Entry pressure too low or too high • Damage to bearings, possible failure
• Outlet pressure too low or too high of gear pump
• Operating temperature too low or too • Damage to rotor housing (leakage)
high • Motor damage
• Viscosity of flow medium too low or too
high
• Speed too low or too high
• Chemically aggressive constituents in
the flow medium
Limit value for flow medium with solid • Damage to bearings

particles exceeded • Possible failure of gear pump as a result
→ Acceptance of order or technical of axial and radial corrosion in the gear
documentation of gear pump or pump pump
unit • Delivery volume does not conform
to order specifications
→ Assembly and maintenance manual,
Chapter 2.3 “Flow medium“
Limit value for gas constituents (undissolved • Noise generation by cavitation

gas) in flow medium exceeded • Delivery volume does not conform
→ Acceptance of order or technical to order specifications
documentation of gear pump or pump
unit
→ Assembly and maintenance manual,
Chapter 2.3 “Flow medium“
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Non-designated use Possible consequences
Parallel operation of two gear pumps without • Delivery volume does not conform
protection by check valves to order specifications
• Damage to bearings
• Possible failure of gear pump as a result
of axial and radial corrosion in the gear
pump
Incorrect direction of rotation • Damage to seals (leakage)

• No pumping
• Possible failure of gear pump as a result
of axial and radial corrosion in the gear
pump
Table 3: Consequences of non-designated use
2.3 Flow medium

The flow medium must have lubricating properties to ensure a long service life and maximum
operating safety. The flow medium should always be free of hard solid particles.
Consideration must be given also to the following:
Property Unit min. max.
Kinematic viscosity mm2/s 5 15000
Degree of contamination ISO 4406:1999 - 21/19/17
Gas content (undissolved) Vol.-% - 10
Table 4: Flow medium

Undissolved gas in the flow medium leads to increased noise emissions.
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2.4 Sound pressure level

The sound pressure level reference values measured on the test stand by Rickmeier GmbH are
applicable for gear pumps only. With pump units the increase in the sound pressure level is
minimal and is covered by the tolerance specified in Table 5.
Measurement conditions:
• Operating conditions: viscosity 33 mm2/s, outlet pressure 25 bar, cavitation-free
• Distance to gear pump: 1 m
• Motor: IEC standard motor, n = 1450 min-1
Gear pump R25 R35 R45 R65 R95
Max. sound pressure level LpA ± 3 dB(A) 67 73 78 85 93
Table 5: Sound pressure level
3 Description
Figure 1: Gear pump delivery principle

Rickmeier gear pumps of the R25, R35, R45, R65, R95 model range are rotary displacement
pumps. When the gear wheels turn, the flow medium enclosed in the space between the teeth
is transported from the suction to the pressure side. Then the flow medium is displaced toward
the pressure side by the intermeshing teeth. The transport of the flow medium results in a
pressure drop on the suction side of the gear pump. The flow medium compensates for this
pressure drop by flowing in, thereby maintaining the feed process.
This process is the same for both gaseous and liquid flow media. As a result, the gear pump is
capable of priming the suction pipe itself until it is completely filled with liquid flow medium.
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3.1 Pressure relief valve

The pressure relief valve integrated in the end cover of the gear pump as an option is designed
as a spring-loaded valve. It may only be used as an occasionally, briefly actuated valve for
pressure relief. If a larger partial volume of the flow medium must be drained off over
an extended period, a separate valve with a return pipe to the suction tank in the pipe
(e.g. Rickmeier valves RSn, DBV40, DBV80, DB9) or another form of pressure relief must be
provided. This also applies if the pressure pipe may become completely blocked during gear
pump operation.
Special designs and design variants may differ in their technical details!
3.2 Using pressure relief valve R25, R35 DB (if installed)
V1 End cover with

integrated pressure
relief valve
V2 Piston
V3 Compression spring
V4 Spindle
V5 Cap nut
Figure 2: Pressure relief valve R25 DB V6 Hexagonal nut
V7 Copper sealing ring
Figure 3: Pressure relief valve R35 DB

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CAUTION
Risk of injury due to leaks of dangerous flow media
(e.g. explosive, toxic, hot)
¾ During the pressure adjustment the spindle (Item V4) may only be screwed in clockwise
(pressure increase).
The spindle is not secured to prevent unscrewing!
) In the case of later pressure adjustment, the following must be observed:

1. Unscrew cap nut (Item V5).
2. Unscrew hexagonal nut (Item V6).
3. Adjust pressure by adjustment of the spindle (Item V4).
Pressure increase = direction of rotation clockwise
4. Replace copper sealing ring (Item V7) (DIN 7603-A21x26-Cu).
5. Tighten sealing hexagon nut (Item V6).
6. Tighten cap nut (Item V5).
Figure Item Tightening torque [Nm]
Pressure relief valve R25 DB 2 V5 70
V6 70
Pressure relief valve R35 DB 3 V5 100
V6 100
Table 6: Tightening torques for pressure relief valves

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4 Transport and storage

Dispose of the packing material after unpacking according to the applicable legal regulations.
Connections of the gear pump must be closed during transport and storage. The closures
should not be removed until just before installation to prevent ingress of impurities into the gear
pump.
The gear pump or the pump unit must be kept stable during transport. The gear pump or the
pump unit must not be tilted more than 10° in any direction (e.g. use braces, not included with
the equipment supplied by Rickmeier GmbH).
4.1 Storage and preservation

The gear pump is coated inside with test oil left from the test run and is therefore preserved.
Renewed preservation is only permitted in consultation with Rickmeier GmbH.
Always protect the gear pump against damage due to moisture, dust, water and/or other
contaminants. Store the gear pump in a clean and dry place (relative humidity ≤ 70%) at
temperatures between -25 °C and 40 °C; uncoated components should be stored at a relative
humidity ≤ 40%. Gear pumps with a rotary shaft seal or mechanical seal should be
commissioned no later than 24 months after delivery. Storage conditions which differ from this
are subject to separate consultation.
The coating supplied by Rickmeier GmbH is a base coat designed for protection from corrosion
only during transport and storage. Do not damage the coating.
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4.2 Lifting the gear pump or pump unit
Figure 4: Transport / Lifting
WARNING
Danger of death or serious injury
if the gear pump or pump unit falls
¾ Use a suitable hoist.

→ For weight specifications see acceptance of order or technical documentation
for the gear pump or the pump unit
¾ Do not remain under suspended loads.
If the gear pump or the pump unit is lifted with straps, the centre of gravity must be between
the straps to prevent the gear pump or the pump unit from tipping (see Figure 4).
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5 Set-up / Mounting and Connection
5.1 Set-up / Mounting
5.1.1 Preparation
CAUTION
Damage to gear pump or pump unit by inadequate fastening
¾ Install the equipment on an even surface securely fastened foot and flange fastening
and accurate alignment.
) Preparing for set-up:

1. Checking the environmental conditions.
→ Acceptance of order or technical documentation of gear pump or pump unit
2. Ensure that there is sufficient space for set-up, mounting, operation and
maintenance.
3. Ensure that the foundation is flat, clean and has sufficient load capacity.
4. Place the gear pump or the pump unit in the specified position.
5. Fasten gear pump or pump unit.
The drive of the gear pump must be adjusted to its power input.
Appropriate contact protection must be installed for pump models without factory-installed
clutch guards.
→ E.g. Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Section 1.3.8
Drive elements (drive pinion) must be fitted with ISO fit H7 on the drive shaft of the gear pump,
unless otherwise specified. Drive elements (driving pinion) must not be driven on with hammer
blows, as the gear pump can be damaged in the process.
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5.1.2 Clutch alignment
CAUTION
Damage to gear pump by faulty alignment of clutch
¾ When aligning the driving gear shaft of the gear pump to the drive, the permissible
differences of the clutch may not be exceeded.
→ Clutch operating manual
Drive elements (clutches) must be fitted with ISO fit H7 on the drive shaft of the gear pump,
unless otherwise specified. Drive elements (clutches) must not be driven on with hammer
blows, as the gear pump can be damaged in the process.
5.1.3 Motor mounting
) Motor mounting:
1. Insert the motor key.
2. Slide on motor side clutch halves and tighten the setscrew.
→ Clutch operating manual
3. Fastening the motor to the bracket.
Use the specified threaded holes only to attach the motor. The screws must be
locked in position with Loctite medium 242 or 243 or comparable adhesives.
→ For screw tightening torques see Table 7
Thread
Tightening torque [Nm]
(Min. strength class 8.8)
M8 M10 M12 M16 M20 M24
Bracket of aluminium 12 23 40 100 190 -
Bracket of steel and grey cast

27 53 92 230 460 590
iron
Table 7: Tightening torques for brackets

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5.2 Planning and connection of pipes
5.2.1 Suction pipe design, NPSHR value

For correct operation the static pressure immediately at the inlet to the gear pump must not be
less than -0.4 bar under any operating conditions (corresponding to 0.6 bar absolute).
Deviations from this specification must be agreed with Rickmeier GmbH when ordering.
→ Acceptance of order or technical documentation of gear pump or pump unit
It is therefore advisable to calculate or measure the lowest possible static pressure at the pump
entrance during operation. When doing so, all hydraulic resistance in the planned suction pipe
must be taken into account. This is particularly important if a filter that may become partially
blocked over time is to be installed in the suction line. In this case, we recommend monitoring
the pump inlet pressure with a pressure measuring device as close to the gear pump as
possible and that the filter is serviced regularly.
If no measuring connection is available in the suction pipe, the pressure gauge connection
facing the suction side can also be used for this purpose for gear pumps with a pressure relief
valve. Otherwise, the suction pipe must be absolutely leak-tight so that no air can be aspirated.
The NPSHR value of the pumps frequently used for comparison with the NPSHA value of
a system is provided in Figure 5.
Figure 5: NPSHR
(ρ: density of the flow medium)
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5.2.2 Connection of pipes
CAUTION
Damage by impurities in the pipes
¾ The interior of the gear pump and the pipeline must be free of foreign particles.
Residues are certain to lead to failures (pressure drop).
¾ Impurities resulting from welding (e.g. welding beads, grinding dust) must not penetrate
the gear pump and the pipes. Connections must be closed during welding.
CAUTION
Damage by distortion during mounting
¾ The pipes must be free from tension.

¾ Do not exceed approved forces and torques at pipe connections.
Remove any cover screws, flange covers, shipping covers where present.
The gear pump connections and the mating surfaces must not be damaged. They must be free
from paint residues and impurities. Maintain cleanliness as much as possible.
The connections must be sealed in accordance with the operating conditions (flow medium,
pressure, temperature). All connections must match accurately. Centre the seals between
the flanges. Use only male components with precisely fitted cylindrical threads for connections
for models with internal thread.
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5.3 Electrical connection
DANGER
Danger of death by electrocution
¾ The pump unit must be connected by an authorised electrical technician only.

¾ Disconnect the electrical power supply.
→ Motor operating manual
) Connecting motor:
1. Open terminal box on motor.
2. Ensure that the connector cable is not live.
3. Connect motor as shown in the wiring diagram.
4. Close terminal box on motor.
5. Install Emergency Stop switch.
6 Commissioning
6.1 Before commissioning
CAUTION
Danger of injury by leakage of drops of flow medium
¾ Catch leaking flow medium safely (e.g. collection trough under the gear pump) and
dispose of in accordance with environmental regulations.
CAUTION
Damage from overheating of the gear pump
¾ The gear pump must not pump against the closed pressure line.
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) Before commissioning:
1. Fill gear pump with flow medium.
2. Fill suction and feed line with flow medium.
When operating two gear pumps in parallel which are protected against each other with
non-return valves, both gear pumps must be bled on the pressure side. The same applies to a
gear pump working against a closed system (loaded non-return valve etc.).
With difficult suction conditions, the gear pump must be installed so that the driving gear shaft
and the gear shaft are located above each other. This installation position provides better
priming after extended downtime due to the residual oil remaining in the gear pump.
The gear pump is prevented from running empty if:
• A check valve is installed in the suction line.
• The suction and pressure line at the gear pump are designed to form a siphon.
6.2 Dry running
CAUTION
Damage from running the gear pump dry
¾ The gear pump must be filled with flow medium before starting it for the first time.
Dry running frequently occurs during start-up with unfilled suction pipe or during operation when
the supply of flow medium has been interrupted.
Gear pumps wetted with flow medium inside beforehand can be operated for up to 20 minutes
under the following conditions:
• The gear pump is driven via a clutch, i.e. without radial force.
• The pressures at the inlet and outlet of the gear pump are virtually identical.
On gear pumps driven via a pinion, chain or belt, dry running is not permissible and must be
avoided by the operator (fill gear pump with flow medium prior to start-up).
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6.3 Direction of rotation
6.3.1 Checking the direction of rotation
Figure 6: Direction of rotation

(direction of rotation R: clockwise)
(direction of rotation L: anticlockwise)
The direction of rotation is marked by the rotation arrow (Item P1) on the gear pump.
When checking the direction of drive rotation, a pressure build-up in the suction pipe must be
prevented (e.g. caused by an integrated non-return valve). Otherwise the shaft seal may be
damaged if the direction of rotation is incorrect.
DANGER
Danger of death by rotating parts
¾ Lock or remove the key when checking the direction of rotation to prevent it from flying
out.
CAUTION
Damage by incorrect direction of rotation
¾ Disconnect the motor from the gear pump.

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) Checking the direction of rotation:

1. Disconnect the clutch so the gear pump cannot be driven.
If this is not possible, the pipes must be disconnected to prevent damage to the gear
pump.
2. Switch motor on and then off immediately.
3. Check that the fan impeller of the motor rotates in the direction of the rotation arrow
on the gear pump (see Figure 6).
4. If the direction of rotation is incorrect, reverse the phases.
5. Connect the motor again.
6.3.2 Reversing the direction of rotation

Rickmeier gear pumps of the R25, R35, R45, R65, R95 model range are designed so the
direction of rotation can be changed at any time. This also reverses the direction of flow.
Rickmeier GmbH must be consulted before conversion to a different direction of rotation and
therefore reversing the flow direction.
The direction of rotation of gear pumps with a mechanical seal cannot be changed after
delivery. Rickmeier GmbH must carry out the conversion to a different direction of rotation and
therefore reversing the flow direction.
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6.4 Commissioning
Commissioning can be conducted as follows:
• The gear pump or the pump unit is correctly mounted, secured and connected.
• The motor is correctly mounted and connected to the electrical power supply.
• All connections are attached to the pipes without tension.
• The pipes are free from impurities.
• All safety equipment is installed and the operation has been tested.
• The gear pump has been filled and bled.
CAUTION
CAUTION
) Commissioning:
1. Open suction and pressure side fittings completely.
2. Switch on motor.
3. Run gear pump for some minutes to bleed the pipes completely.
4. As soon as the operating point is reached, check that the gear pump does not leak.
5. If leaks are detected, switch off the motor and check connections for leaks.
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6.5 Recommissioning
CAUTION
CAUTION
→ Chapter 6.1 "Before commissioning"
7 Dismantling
WARNING
Danger of injury by hot components
¾ Allow flow medium to cool to ambient temperature.
CAUTION
Danger of injury
by leakage of hot, toxic or corrosive flow medium
¾ Observe safety regulations when working with hazardous flow media.

¾ Assembly work must be carried out by qualified personnel only.
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) Dismantling:
1. Before disassembly the gear pump drive must be disconnected from the electrical
power supply by an authorised electrical technician.
2. In case of operation at high temperatures the flow medium must be left to cool to
ambient temperature before disassembly.
3. Block suction and pressure line.
4. Unscrew the fastening screws of the suction and pressure connections and collect
the flow medium with a collection trough.
Attention: Loosen the pressure side first.
5. Once the flow medium has drained completely, remove the suction and pressure
connection flange.
6. Close the connections of the gear pump and the relevant mating surfaces with an oil-
tight seal.
8 Maintenance / Service
8.1 Gear pump

Rickmeier gear pumps of the R25, R35, R45, R65, R95 model range usually require little
maintenance when operated within the permissible operating limits. If a gear pump becomes
unusable as the result of wear, it must be replaced. The installation of replacement parts
generally does not restore the original performance.
The service life of the shaft seals is mainly dependent on the manner of operation of the gear
pump and the purity and quality of the flow medium. As a result, in many cases no reliable
prediction as to the time of failure can be made. For gear pumps with shaft seals it is
recommended that they are inspected externally for signs of leakage at regular intervals
(recommendation: after 48 h, then every 4000 operating hours). If a high danger potential
exists due to the flow medium, a check should be made at shorter intervals.
When operated in a potentially explosive environment, the maintenance intervals of the related
ATEX operating instructions BA2-0NNN-113 apply.
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8.2 Pump unit

The maintenance of pump units also requires compliance with the maintenance intervals and
service work of the clutch and the motor (see Table 8).
Product Clutch model Maintenance information
Unit without drive Rotex and Bowex clutch Gear pump:

→ Chapter 8.1 “Gear pump“
Clutch: maintenance-free
Other clutches Gear pump:

Clutch:
→ Separate operating manual
Unit with drive Rotex and Bowex clutch Gear pump:

Clutch: maintenance-free
Motor:
Other clutches Gear pump:

Clutch:
Motor:
Table 8: Maintenance of pump units

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9 Conversion / Changes
Conversion or changes are permitted only after prior consultation with Rickmeier GmbH.
Original spare parts and accessories approved by Rickmeier GmbH maintain safety. The use of
other parts may mean that the manufacturer is no longer liable for any consequences. When
ordering spare parts, please always give the data on the rating plate.
10 Decommissioning
CAUTION
Environmental damage from leaking flow medium
¾ Observe safety regulations when working with hazardous flow media.

¾ Observe local regulations for disposal.
When decommissioning the gear pump, ensure that no pressure greater than atmospheric
pressure exists in the gear pump, and that the drive cannot be started accidentally.
For environmental protection reasons, disposal is permitted by licensed specialised companies
only.
11 Malfunctions / Causes / Remedies

The following table contains directions for remedying any faults and finding their possible
causes. If faults that are not listed here occur, we recommend contacting Rickmeier GmbH.
If it is necessary to remove the gear pump for troubleshooting, observe the recommendations in
Chapter 7 "Dismantling" and 10 "Decommissioning".
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Fault Possible causes Remedy
Gear pump has Gear pump direction Compare direction of rotation with the mark
no suction of rotation is incorrect on the gear pump. Reverse motor poles
if necessary.
→ Chapter 6.3 “Direction of rotation“
Gear pump not Fill gear pump with flow medium.

sufficiently filled with flow
medium (dry running)
Suction line or seals leak Inspect suction line for leaks.
Check gear pump seals, replace if

necessary.
If there is a pressure relief valve installed:

check seals, replace if necessary.
Pressure drop in suction Enlarge pipe cross-section.

line too high
Shorten suction line.
Increase suction side fluid level.
If filter is installed: clean it, if necessary

install filter with larger mesh size.
Attention: Note approved mesh size
(max. 60 µm).
Pressure relief valve Remove pressure relief valve, clean, replace

dirty or damaged defect parts.
Air inclusions or gas Check pipe for leaks. Bleed pressure line.
bubbles in the flow
medium Terminate return lines below the oil level
of the tank.
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Prep.: Web/15.03.10
Name / Date
Gear pump does not vent Check pipe for leaks. Bleed pressure line.
Terminate return lines below the oil level

of the tank.
Delivery volume Suction line or seals leak Inspect suction line for leaks.
too low or outlet
pressure too low Check gear pump seals, replace
if necessary.


line too high
If filter installed: clean it, if necessary

install filter with larger mesh size.
(max. 60 µm).
Opening pressure of Set opening pressure approx. 10% above

pressure relief valve the value of the operating pressure.
not correct
→ Acceptance of order or technical
documentation of gear pump
Pressure relief valve Remove pressure relief valve, clean,

dirty or damaged replace defect parts.
Motor operated with Check circuit type, speed and power

incorrect voltage or consumption of drive motor. Compare
frequency voltage and frequency with motor type plate.
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Name / Date
Flow media with high In the case of flow media with high vapour
vapour pressure pressure (petrol, solvents, paints etc.)
the flow medium must flow around the gear
pump. Motor speed max. 1000 min-1.
bubbles in the flow
of the tank.
Viscosity of flow medium Increase temperature of flow medium.

too high
Reduce speed.
Viscosity of flow medium Reduce temperature of flow medium.

too low
Increase speed.
Size of gear pump Install larger gear pump.

too small
Outlet pressure Pressure relief valve Remove pressure relief valve, clean,
too high dirty or damaged replace defective parts.
Maximum approved Reduce speed.

speed exceeded

too high
Reduce speed.
Gear pump Suction line or seals leak Inspect suction line for leaks.
is noisy
Check gear pump seals, replace
if necessary.

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Name / Date

line too high
If filter installed: clean it, if necessary install

filter with larger mesh size.
(max. 60 µm).
Opening pressure Set opening pressure approx. 10% above

of pressure relief valve the value of the operating pressure.
not correct
Gear pump has With unpressurised pumping of liquid flow

no pressure media load the gear pump with 1-2 bar.
Maximum approved Reduce speed.

speed exceeded
Flow media with high In the case of flow media with high vapour
vapour pressure pressure (petrol, solvents, paints etc.)
the flow medium must flow around the gear
pump. Motor speed max. 1000 min-1.
bubbles in the flow
of the tank.

too high
Reduce speed.
Form 229589-7
Prep.: Web/15.03.10
Name / Date
Gear pump does Gear pump not Fill gear pump with flow medium.
not start, stops sufficiently filled with flow
suddenly or has medium (dry running)
stalled
Foreign bodies in Remove and clean gear pump, replace
the gear pump defective parts, smooth surface damage.
Power of motor too low Install larger motor.


too high
Reduce speed.
Viscosity of flow medium Reduce temperature of flow medium.

too low
Increase speed.
Bearings overloaded Check the value of the differential pressure

by excessive differential
pressure
Bearings overloaded by Reduce temperature of flow medium.

excessively low viscosity
Increase speed.
Use higher viscosity flow medium.
Gear pump distorted Remove gear pump, check pipes.

Form 229589-7
Prep.: Web/15.03.10
Name / Date
Pressure relief Opening pressure of Set opening pressure approx. 10% above
valve is noisy pressure relief valve the value of the operating pressure.
not correct
bubbles in the flow
of the tank, check oil system.
Check seals, screw fastenings.
Table 9: Troubleshooting
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Translation of the original assembly instructions BA2-0NNN-112

1 General Information ............................................................................................................4

1.1 Important General Information

1.2 Warnings and Symbols

Warning Hazard level Consequences of

Warns of an immediate Causes death or serious

Warns of a potential danger May cause death or serious

Warns of a potential May cause minor injury

Warns of a potential May cause property damage

Table 1: Warnings and consequences of non-observance

) 1., 2., ... Instructions consisting of multiple steps

Table 2: Symbols and their meaning

1.3 Basic Safety Rules

2.1 Intended use

2.2 Non-designated use

Non-designated use Possible consequences

Limit value for flow medium with solid • Damage to bearings

Limit value for gas constituents (undissolved • Noise generation by cavitation

Non-designated use Possible consequences

Incorrect direction of rotation • Damage to seals (leakage)

Table 3: Consequences of non-designated use

2.3 Flow medium

Property Unit min. max.

Kinematic viscosity mm2/s 5 15000

Degree of contamination ISO 4406:1999 - 21/19/17

Gas content (undissolved) Vol.-% - 10

Table 4: Flow medium

2.4 Sound pressure level

Gear pump R25 R35 R45 R65 R95

Max. sound pressure level LpA ± 3 dB(A) 67 73 78 85 93

Table 5: Sound pressure level

Figure 1: Gear pump delivery principle

3.1 Pressure relief valve

3.2 Using pressure relief valve R25, R35 DB (if installed)

V1 End cover with

Figure 3: Pressure relief valve R35 DB

) In the case of later pressure adjustment, the following must be observed:

Figure Item Tightening torque [Nm]

Pressure relief valve R25 DB 2 V5 70

Pressure relief valve R35 DB 3 V5 100

Table 6: Tightening torques for pressure relief valves

4 Transport and storage

4.1 Storage and preservation

4.2 Lifting the gear pump or pump unit

Figure 4: Transport / Lifting

¾ Use a suitable hoist.

5 Set-up / Mounting and Connection

5.1 Set-up / Mounting

) Preparing for set-up:

5.1.2 Clutch alignment

5.1.3 Motor mounting

M8 M10 M12 M16 M20 M24

Bracket of aluminium 12 23 40 100 190 -

Bracket of steel and grey cast

Table 7: Tightening torques for brackets

5.2 Planning and connection of pipes

5.2.1 Suction pipe design, NPSHR value

5.2.2 Connection of pipes

¾ The pipes must be free from tension.

5.3 Electrical connection

¾ The pump unit must be connected by an authorised electrical technician only.

6.1 Before commissioning