GRUNDFOS INSTRUCTIONS

NB, NBG, TP, TPD

ATEX-approved pumps

Installation and operating instructions

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NB, NBG, TP, TPD

English (GB)
Installation and operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

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English (GB) Installation and operating instructions

Original installation and operating instructions

Table of contents
1. General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Symbols used in this document . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Related installation and operating
instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2. Product introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 NB, NBG bare-shaft pumps . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 Pumped liquids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.4 Explosion protection documentation . . . . . 5
2.5 Identification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.6 ATEX approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3. Installation requirements . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Bypass with pressure relief valve. . . . . . . 8

4. Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.1 Earthing the pump housing . . . . . . . . . . 8

5. Starting up the product . . . . . . . . . . . 9

5.1 Before starting an ATEX-approved pump . . 9
5.2 Non-flammable liquids . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.3 Flammable liquids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.4 Checking the direction of rotation . . . . . . 10

6. Servicing the product . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

7. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7.1 Operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

8. Disposing of the product . . . . . . . . . . 12

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1. General information 1.2 Related installation and operating
instructions
Read this document before you install the
product. Installation and operation must In addition to these instructions, observe all
comply with local regulations and accepted installation and operating instructions supplied with
codes of good practice. the pump.
• NB, NBG product number: 96483177.
These supplementary installation and operating
• TP, TPD product number: 96404999.
instructions apply to ATEX-approved Grundfos NB,
NBG, TP, TPD pumps and NB, NBG bare-shaft • TP product number: 96511031.
pumps. The pumps comply with ATEX Directive
2014/34/EU. 2. Product introduction
1.1 Symbols used in this document 2.1 NB, NBG bare-shaft pumps
DANGER ATEX-approved NB, NBG bare-shaft pumps are
supplied with an ATEX marking similar to that of the
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
ATEX-approved NB, NBG pump. See section
not avoided, will result in death or serious
Identification.
personal injury.
Installation and operating instructions mentioned in
WARNING section Related installation and operating instructions
also apply to ATEX-approved NB, NBG bare-shaft
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
pumps.
not avoided, could result in death or
serious personal injury. Related information

CAUTION 1.2 Related installation and operating instructions

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or 2.2 Intended use
moderate personal injury. The pumps are suitable for use in areas or zones
classified according to Directive 2014/34/EU. In case
The text accompanying the three hazard symbols of doubt, consult the above-mentioned directives, or
DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION is structured in contact Grundfos.
the following way:
The pumps must only be operated within the
SIGNAL WORD specification given in the "key application data sheet".
Description of the hazard
2.3 Pumped liquids
Consequence of ignoring the warning
• Action to avoid the hazard. The pumps are suitable for thin, clean liquids, not
containing solid particles or fibres.

A blue or grey circle with a white graphical 2.4 Explosion protection documentation
symbol indicates that an action must be
taken. The combination of NB, NBG, TP, TPD pumps and all
monitoring equipment must be described in the
explosion protection document according to the
A red or grey circle with a diagonal bar, Directive 2014/34/EU. The responsibility rests with
possibly with a black graphical symbol, the installer or owner.
indicates that an action must not be taken
or must be stopped.

If these instructions are not observed, it

may result in malfunction or damage to the
equipment.

Tips and advice that make the work easier.

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2.5 Identification ATEX-related positions on the pump nameplate:

2.5.1 Nameplate
Pos. Description
The nameplate on the pump head gives the following
details: ATEX marking
• data for the standard pump II Equipment group
• data for the ATEX marking, pos. 1 and 2.
2, 3 Equipment category
Environment:
G
Gas or vapours
D
Combustible dust
Ex Explosion protection

TM084228
h Type of protection
1 Environment group:
1 2 II C
Gas or vapours
IIIC
Nameplate of ATEX-approved NBG pump Combustible dust
T4...T3 Maximum surface
temperature according to
80079-36. Temperature
T125 °C range or specific
temperature.
Gb EPL
(Equipment Protection
TM084227

Db Level)
1 2 Technical file number

Nameplate of ATEX-approved TP pump Number of technical file

10000238284
stored at DEKRA.

Data for the ATEX marking only refer to the pump part ''X'' indicates that the
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including the coupling. The motor has a separate equipment is subject to
nameplate. special conditions for safe
X
use. The conditions are
mentioned in this
document.

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2.6 ATEX approvals
2.6.1 Scope of ATEX categories for NB, NBG, TP, TPD pumps

Directive ATEX-approved NB, NBG, TP, TPD pumps

Equipment
I II
group
Equipment
M 1 2 3
category
2014/34/EU Environment 1 2 G D G D G D
EPL
(Equipment Ma Mb Ga Da Gb Db Gc Dc
Protection
Level)
1999/92/EC Zone 0 20 1 21 2 22
Pumps None NB, NBG, TP, TPD

II 2D Ex tb IIIC T125 °C Db

II 3D Ex tc IIIC T125 °C Dc
II 2G Ex db eb IIC T4 Gb

II 3G Ex ec IIC T3 Gc
II 2G Ex eb IIC T3 Gb
Motors None II 2G Ex db IIC T4 Gb

The link between groups, categories and zones is

explained in the 2014/34/EU Directive. Please note
that this is a minimum directive. Some EU countries
might therefore have stricter local rules. The user or
installer is always responsible for checking that the
group and category of the pump correspond to the
zone classification of the installation site.

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3. Installation requirements 3.2 Bypass with pressure relief valve

CAUTION
3.1 Location
Overheating
3.1.1 Horizontal or vertical installation Minor or moderate personal injury
NB, NBG ‐ The pump must not run against a
closed outlet valve or a closed shut-off
element as this may cause
overheating. Install a bypass with a
pressure relief valve.
‐ Observe the minimum flow rate. See
section Related installation and

TM074868
operating instructions.

Related information
1.2 Related installation and operating instructions
Installation of NB, NBG pumps

4. Electrical connection
TP, TPD
4.1 Earthing the pump housing
DANGER
Electric shock
Death or serious personal injury
‐ The pump housing must be earthed.
TM003734

DANGER
Ignition of explosive environment
Death or serious personal injury
‐ The pump housing must be earthed.
Installation of a TP and a TPD pump with a motor
size smaller than 11 kW
Remove coating from the earthing point to
ensure proper grounding connection.
TM003735

TM054161_2112

Installation of a TP and a TPD pump with a motor

size of 11 kW and above

3.1.2 Pit installation

WARNING
Accumulation of explosive gases from
shaft seal leakage
TM054162

Death or serious personal injury

‐ Provide adequate ventilation around
the pump if the pump is installed in a
pit. A minimum air exchange of 1.5 Earthing point of the pump housing
times per hour is required.

Torque: 80 ± 16 Nm.

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5. Starting up the product The key to the nameplate is shown in the
installation and operating instructions for the
WARNING standard pump.
Dry running
Death or serious personal injury 4. Check that the maximum speed on the pump
nameplate corresponds to the speed of the motor
‐ Make sure that the pump is filled with
and that the pump will not be used for operation
pumped liquid during operation.
with a frequency over 60 Hz.

5.1 Before starting an ATEX-approved pump 5. Check that the pump has been filled with liquid
and is vented.

Strictly observe the following check list.

1. Compare the order with the supplied pump and

motor. Check that the EPL of the pump and motor
(Equipment Protection Level) corresponds to what
is ordered. If the EPL of the motor and pump
differs from each other or the temperature class of
the motor differs from that of the pump, the
following applies:
• The EPL which defines the lower protection
level applies. Example: The EPL of the motor
is Gc and the pump’s is Gb. Gc applies.

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• The temperature class which defines the
higher temperature applies. Example 1: Motor
temperature class is T4 (135 °C), and pump
temperature class is T3 (200 °C). T3 (200 °C) Location of vent screws
applies. Example 2: Motor temperature class is
T3 (200 °C), and pump temperature class is 6. Check that the shaft can rotate freely. There must
T4...T3. T3 (200 °C) applies. be no mechanical contact between impeller and
pump housing.
2. Check that the pumped liquid and its operating
temperatures are in accordance with what is 7. Check the direction of rotation. The correct
stated on the "key application data sheet". direction of rotation is shown by an arrow on the
pump housing.
3. Check that the shaft seal and rubber parts of the
pump are as ordered. See the nameplate. 8. Before start and during operation, make sure that
the pump does not leak or have any malfunctions.
TM074826

N B 3 2 - 1 2 5 . 1 / 1 4 2 . 1 A E FA E S B Q Q E 9. The pump must be re-vented in these cases:

• The pump has been stopped for a period of
time.
Example of code for rubber parts on the NB, NBG • Air or gas has accumulated in the pump.
nameplate

TP 150-360/4 A-F-B - BQQE

TM067168

Example of code for rubber parts on the TP

nameplate

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5.2 Non-flammable liquids 6. Servicing the product

EPL Gb/Db (category 2G/D) Service on the pump end can be made on site. The
pump end does not need to be shipped to an
If the operator cannot ensure that the pump is filled
approved ATEX workshop.
with pumped liquid during operation, appropriate
monitoring, for instance dry-running protection, is
Strictly observe the following check list.
required to stop the pump in case of malfunction.
It may be overruled by stricter local
EPL Gc/Dc (category 3G/D) maintenance schedules.
No additional monitoring is required.
1. Check on a daily basis that the shaft seal
functions correctly.
5.3 Flammable liquids
2. Any standby pump installed must be switched on
EPL Gb/Db, Gc/Dc
once a week to keep it operational.
If the operator cannot ensure that the pump is filled
with pumped liquid during operation, appropriate 3. It is the responsibility of the customer to do the
monitoring, for instance dry-running protection, is following:
required to stop the pump in case of malfunction. • Decide whether to use the non-sparking tools
Ventilation around the pump is also required. The or to shut down the system for service.
leakage rate of a normally working shaft seal is less
• Lay down a cleaning scheme for pump
than 36 ml for each 24 hours of operation. A minimum
surfaces in installations with combustible dust.
air exchange of 1.5 times per hour is required.
4. When cleaning a pump in a combustible dust
CAUTION
environment, remember to take the shaft guard off
Flammable material
and clean the shaft cavity.
Minor or moderate personal injury
‐ The responsibility for checking the
functions of the dry-running protection,
such as flow rate, sealing pressure and
temperature of the barrier or flushing
liquid rests with the installer or owner.

Increased leakage can be the indication of

shaft seal failure. For some types of liquids
the leakage will not be visible due to
evaporation.

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5.4 Checking the direction of rotation
Never check the direction of rotation by
starting the pump, not even for a short Take the shaft guard off
period, unless the pump has been filled
5. Inspect O-rings for cracks, elasticity, and
with liquid. This is to prevent temperature
permanent change of shape when doing periodic
rises resulting from contact between
maintenance or servicing the pump. Renew O-
rotating and stationary components, and to
rings if necessary.
protect the shaft seal against dry running.
6. Torques for all fasteners can be found in the
service instructions for NB, NBG and TP, TPD
products.

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7. Technical data The maximum liquid temperature and the
temperature class specified by the customer are
7.1 Operating conditions stated on the "key application data sheet" supplied
with the pump. See the example at the end of this
7.1.1 Liquid temperature document.
The maximum liquid temperature depends on the A copy is filed by Grundfos and can be traced by
temperature class specified by customer and the means of the product number and serial number on
shaft seal. the pump nameplate.

TM067167
Maximum surface Model B 96689648 P2 07 02 0001
Temperature class temperature
[°C]
Model, product number, production site, year, week,
T1 450
and serial number
T2 300
T3 200 Do not exceed the maximum liquid
T4 135 temperature or pump another type of liquid
than those specified on the "key
T5 100 application data sheet" supplied with the
T6 85 pump. Damage resulting from disregarding
this warning will not be covered by the
Grundfos warranty.
The illustration below shows the maximum surface
temperature of the pump as a result of maximum
If the "key application data sheet" is
liquid temperature and temperature rise in the shaft
missing, contact Grundfos for information
seal.
about the maximum liquid temperature.
If the pump is to be operated at a higher
T[°C] liquid temperature, or with another liquid
than the one stated on the data sheet,
contact Grundfos.

7.1.2 Ambient temperature

1 The ambient temperature range in operation is -20 to
+60 °C for the pump-end.

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Calculation of maximum surface temperature

Pos. Description
1 Maximum surface temperature of the pump
Temperature rise in the shaft seal
2
(determined by Grundfos)
3 Maximum liquid temperature

The maximum surface temperature of the pump must

be at least 5 °C lower than the maximum surface
temperature of the temperature class specified by the
customer.

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8. Disposing of the product

This product or parts of it must be disposed of in an
environmentally sound way.
1. Use the public or private waste collection service.

2. If this is not possible, contact the nearest

Grundfos company or service workshop.

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol

on a product means that it must be
disposed of separately from household
waste. When a product marked with
this symbol reaches its end of life, take
it to a collection point designated by
the local waste disposal authorities.
The separate collection and recycling
of such products will help protect the
environment and human health.

See also end-of-life information at

www.grundfos.com/product-recycling.

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