250 Series Centrifugal - Pump

250 SERIES
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
SPD
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS

SYSTEM HEAD CALCULATION TABLES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 - 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
4 - 9
Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump Introduction...................4

General Information.......................................................5
Centrifugal Pump Parts.................................................6
Dimensional Illustrations and Weights.......................8-9
System Head Calculation Tables

Table 1: Theoretical Discharge of Nozzles
in U.S. Gallon per Minute..............................................34
Table 2: Pipe Fittings Equivalent To Feet
of Straight Pipe..............................................................34
Table 3: Properties Of Water............................................35
Table 4: Friction Of Water In Pipes (C = 100)..................35
ORDERING INFORMATION
PUMP CURVES
10 - 30
NUMBER SCHEME
Number Scheme.........................................................10
Impeller Number Scheme...........................................11
Repair Kit Number Scheme.................................12 - 13
34 - 35
36 - 58
PRODUCT ILLUSTRATIONS
Size 3 x 2 x 13 in.

Product Illustrations........................................16

Parts and Weights..........................................17
Size 4 x 3 x 13 in.


Size 5 x 4 x 14 in.


Size 6 x 5 x 11 in.


Size 6 x 5 x 14 in.


Size 8 x 6 x 11 in.


Size 8 x 6 x 14 in.


Notes...........................................................................30
SPD Mud Hog 3 x 2 x 13 in.

Variable Speed..............................................................36
1150 RPM.....................................................................37
1750 RPM.....................................................................38
3500 RPM.....................................................................39
Variable Speed..............................................................40
1150 RPM.....................................................................41
1750 RPM.....................................................................42
3500 RPM.....................................................................43
Variable Speed..............................................................44
1150 RPM.....................................................................45
1750 RPM.....................................................................46
Variable Speed..............................................................47
1150 RPM.....................................................................48
1750 RPM.....................................................................49
Variable Speed..............................................................50
1150 RPM.....................................................................51
1750 RPM.....................................................................52
Variable Speed..............................................................53
1150 RPM.....................................................................54
1750 RPM.....................................................................55
Variable Speed..............................................................56
1150 RPM.....................................................................57
1750 RPM.....................................................................58
PUMP SIZING
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
PUMP CROSSOVER
2.5 in. Centrifugal Pump Crossover.....................14 - 15
31 - 32
How To Select Your SPD Mud Hog

Centrifugal Pump.................................................31 - 32
SYSTEM HEAD REQUIREMENT CALCULATION 33
59 -71
Title..................................................................................59
Introduction......................................................................60
General Instructions.........................................................60
Section A: Installation.....................................................60
SPD
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OPERATIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
72
CP TEST STAND
73
ORDERING INFORMATION
Oil Lubrication for Beaings........................................63

Figure 5: Outboard and Inboard Covers
with Grease Fitting.....................................................63
Water Lubrication for Packing...................................64
Section D: Maintenance.................................................64
Disassembly................................................................64
Inspection....................................................................64
Assembly.............................................................64 - 66
General Operating and Storage Instructions......66 - 67
Table 1: Mud Hog Spare Parts List...........................68 - 69
Mud Hog Repair Kits...............................................69
Figure 6-1: Casing and parts......................................70
Figure 6-2: Frame, Stuffing Box Cover,
Impeller, and parts...................................................70
Figure 6-3: Frame, Inboard Bearing
Housing Cover, and parts........................................71
Figure 6-4: Shaft, Bearings, and parts.......................71
GENERAL INFORMATION
Compatibility................................................................60
Location.......................................................................60
Foundation..................................................................60
Alignment....................................................................60
Figure 1: Offset Alignment with a Dial Indicator..........61
Figure 2: Angular Alignment with a Dial Indicator.......61
Figure 3: Offset Alignment with a Straight Edge.........61
Figure 4: Angular Alignment with a Straight Edge......61
Piping...........................................................................61
Suction Piping.............................................................61
Discharge Piping.........................................................62
Section B: Preparation For Operation............................62
Preliminary Lubrication................................................62
Mechanical Seal Pumps.............................................62
Packed Pumps............................................................62
Pump Rotation.............................................................62
Pump Priming..............................................................62
Section C: Operation......................................................63
Operating Condition Envelope....................................63
Documentation............................................................63
Lubrication..................................................................63
PUMP SIZING
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
SPD
INTRODUCTION
Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump

The SPD 2.5 in. Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump is designed and manufactured using the highest quality materials.
Our Centrifugal pumps are available in sizes 3 x 2 x 13 in. through 8 x 6 x 14 in. to meet diverse flow rates in
most applications. Through engineering design improvements and our dedication to continuous improvement to
reduce repair cost and make repairs easier, SPD makes every attempt to provide the highest quality of products
to our customers which meet our manufacturing tolerances and extend the life of the pump. SPD is committed to
meeting and exceeding our customers expectations in an industry, which recognizes our products worldwide. The
Mud Hog and all its features were designed with the customer in mind. Replacement parts are interchangeable
with the Halco 2500 Supreme centrifugal pumps, Mission Magnum 1, and Mission Magnum XL.
SPD Centrifugal Pump, The MUD HOG
Mud Hog Skid Packages

GENERAL INFORMATION
SPD
General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION
General Applications
Fresh water
Sea water
Drilling mud
Standard Trim Includes
Frame - Cast Iron

Shaft* - 1045 Low Alloy Steel (AISI/SAE 1045)
Highest Quality Bearings - Steel
Shaft Sleeve* - 416 Stainless Steel
Casing* - Hard Iron/Cast Iron
Wear Pad* - Hard Iron
Labyrinth Seals/Isolators - Bronze
Mechanical Seal* - Heavy duty Tungsten Carbide with Viton bellows
Impeller* - Hard Iron
Casing Nuts - Stainless Steel
All Pump Assemblies, Stuffing Box Covers and Casings hydrotested to 375 psig at no additional cost.
Features
All 2.5 in. Mud Hogs are ATEX certified. Please contact factory for details.
Wear Pads are replaceable on 4 x 3 x 13 in. through 8 x 6 x 14 in.
Impellers on 3 x 2 x 13 in. and 4 x 3 x 13 in. pumps are full open.
Impellers on 5 x 4 x 14 in. through 8 x 6 x 14 in. pumps are semi-open.
Stainless Steel Casing and Wear Pad Nuts allow easy access.
Inboard Bearings are of the highest quality double row angular contact Ball Bearings.
Outboard Bearings are of the highest quality single row angular contact Ball Bearings.
Labyrinth Seals reduce Bearing contamination and shaft wear.
Mechanical Seals are a combination of Tungsten Carbide and Viton bellows extend Seal life.
All of our Bearings, Labyrinth Seals and Mechanical Seals are provided by world renowned suppliers who are
industry leaders in their respective fields.
Sizes
3 x 2 x 13 in.
4 x 3 x 13 in.
5 x 4 x 14 in.
6 x 5 x 11 in.
6 x 5 x 14 in.
8 x 6 x 11 in.
8 x 6 x 14 in.
Material Traceability**
Material traceability reports available for fluid end components.

ABS Approval
Performance testing available (Refer to page 73)
Interchangeability
The Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump is interchangeable with the Halco 2500 Supreme, Mission
Magnum 1, and Mission Magnum XL.
* Please consult factory for alternate materials and coating options.
** Certification provided upon request at an additional charge.
SPD
CENTRIFUGAL PUMP PARTS
Centrifugal Pump Shaft
Centrifugal Pump Shaft Sleeve
SPD assures the performance of the pump Shaft by

specifying the highest quality, fatigue-resistant
alloy steel. The shaft is designed to transmit the required horsepower for
maximum output in the most
severe applications.
A protective Sleeve is designed

to cover and protect the shaft
from abrasive fluids. The Sleeve
is made from ceramic-coated
416 stainless steel or uncoated
steel when used with the
Mechanical Seal.
Centrifugal Pump Impeller
Centrifugal Pump Wear Pad
A semi-open design has been selected for sizes from

5 x 4 x 14 in. through 8 x 6 x 14 in. The semi-open vane
design provides efficient
fluid intake and discharge
through the power
side of the Impeller.
The Impeller is
designed with back
vanes, whichreduces wear on the
Stuffing Box face. The back
vanes also reduce wear by limiting the inflow of solids to
the Stuffing Box, which increases Mechanical Seal life.
SPD Casings are designed with Wear Pads

in sizes 4 x 3 x 13 in.
through 8 x 6 x 14 in.
Replacement Wear
Pads are available
to extend the life
of the Casings.
Wear Pad repair
kits include Studs
and stainless steel
Nuts to assure ease of
replacement.
Centrifugal Pump Mechanical Seal
Centrifugal Pump Bearings
SPD has a premier, heavy-duty tungsten

carbide seal. The seal face is highly
polished tungsten carbide on tungsten
carbide. Viton bellows allows expansion without binding and provides high
temperature resitance.
Flexible bellows design
allows spring force to
easily move seal
faces together
for extended
Seal life.
SPD specifies Bearings of the highest

quality from premier Bearing
manufacturers. The Bearings
are interchangeable with
other popular 2.5 in. pump
models. The Outboard
Bearing is a duplex
configuration with
angular ball contact to
satisfy the maximum
power input requirement. The Inboard Bearing
is a double row angular
contact configuration for
maximum run life.
SPD Centrifugal Pump, The Mud Hog

SPD
CENTRIFUGAL PUMP PARTS

Stuffing Box Bolts
The Labyrinth Seal or Isolator is a two-piece

device used to isolate the Bearings from harmful
contaminants, while keeping the Bearings lubricated.
Labyrinth Seals use two different components; a
rotor and a stator. The rotor is attached to the shaft
through a ring and rotates with it, thus decreasing
shaft wear. The stator portion of the Labyrinth Seal
is stationary and press fit into the Housing. These
two pieces lock with an O-Ring to form a single
working unit. This
configuration, while turning, is free from mechanical
contact. The Labyrinth Seals are made from abrasion
and corrosion resistant bronze for longer life.
Two Stuffing Box Bolts are positioned 180 degrees

apart to hold the Stuffing Box in place. This design
allows the Casing to be replaced without interfering
with the Stuffing Box.
Centrifugal Pump Frame

SPD pumps use the redesigned Mud Hog frame.
It retains all of the proven strengths of the industry
standard design but reduces the overall pump weight
by approximately 10%. The new proprietary frame
with its distinctive look was designed with 3D CAD
and stress analysis software. Although the weight
has been reduced, the strength has been improved
to ensure long bearing life even in applications with
high horsepower and high piping loads.
Jack Bolts
The Mud Hog uses two [2] 3/4 in. stainless steel
Jack Bolts to assist in the replacement of the Casing.
There is a build up of material between the Casing
and Stuffing Box during normal operation. This
build up can make it difficult to remove the Casing.
Conventional pry bars, crow bars and other tools do
not distribute an even force and may cause bending.
The Jack Bolts allow an even distribution of pressure
to the Casing for ease in removal.
Stainless Steel Casing Nuts

Casing replacement has been made easier by
utilizing stainless steel Casing Nuts. Stainless steel
is more corrosion resistant than conventional steel.
The use of stainless steel material minimizes the
need for frequent replacement of the Casing Nuts
which are otherwise worn out by rust and/or removal
tools.
Optional Trims
5 Ring Packing and 5 Ring King Packing available.
Oil Lubrication available. Comes standard with lip seals, dip stick and breather.
Shaft Sleeve available in Ceramic Coated and 17-4 PH Hardened, as an option.
Reverse Rotation Prevention (RRP) system is available.
Silicon Carbide Mechnical Seal available.
Extra Hard Iron fluid end parts for extended wear life are available as an option. Contact factory for
details.
Aluminum Bronze fluid end parts available for 3 x 2 x 13, 4 x 3 x 13 and 8 x 6 x 14, as an option.
Lip Seals available.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Centrifugal Pump Labyrinth Seals
SPD
DIMENSIONAL ILLUSTRATIONS
Dimensional Data For 2.5 in. Centrifugal Pump

Pump Size
CP
3 x 2 x 13
8-3/4
17-7/8
10-1/4
3-3/4
33-1/8
4 x 3 x 13
9-3/8
17-7/8
10-1/4
4-1/4
6-3/4
33-7/8
5 x 4 x 14
10-3/4
9-11/16
19
11
6-1/8
35-1/8
6 x 5 x 11
12-1/16
17-7/8
11
5-3/4
36-7/16
6 x 5 x 14
12-1/16
10-3/8
21
11
5-3/4
36-7/16
8 x 6 x 11
13-1/4
10
20
14
6-1/4
8-3/8
37-7/8
8 x 6 x 14
13-1/4
12
23-9/16
14
6-1/4
8-3/8
37-7/8
Refer to the illustration above.
Assemblies And Weights For 2.5 in. Centrifugal Pump
Pump Size
Packed Pump
Mechanical Seal
Weight (lb)
3 x 2 x 13
999881AA4
999881BA4
460
4 x 3 x 13
999881AB4
999881BB4
485
5 x 4 x 14
999881AC0
999881BC0
545
6 x 5 x 11
999881ADC
999881BBC
520
6 x 5 x 14
999881AE0
999881BE0
570
8 x 6 x 11
999881AFC
999881BFC
630
8 x 6 x 14
999881AG0
999881BG0
690
SPD
DIMENSIONAL ILLUSTRATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
Flange Dimensions
Flange
Size
ID
OD
BC
Thickness
Number
of Holes
Size
of Holes
4-3/4
3/4
3/4
7-1/2
15/16
3/4
7-1/2
15/16
3/4
10
8-1/2
15/16
7/8
11
9-1/2
7/8
13-1/2
11-3/4
1-1/8
7/8
ASME/ANSI Class 150 Flat Face Flanges.

Refer to the illustration above
Skid Dimensions
Motor
Frames
Base
Skid
Max
HA
HB
HC
HD
HE
HF
HG
182T-215T
WS-5
54-9/16
13-7/16
47-3/4
13
1177 1
3759 1
22
13
254T-286T
WS-2
64-5/8
20-11/32
56-7/32
20
3-59/64
19
21
15
324T-326T
WS-2
67-5/8
20-11/32
56-7/32
20
3-59/64
19
21
15
364T-365T
WS-3
71-1/2
26-3/32
64-11/32
22
5-59/64
25
25
17
404T-405T
WS-3
75-5/8
26-3/32
64-11/32
22
5-59/64
25
25
17
444T-445T
WS-4
81-7/8
31-7/32
69-31/32
24
5-59/64
27-3/8
30
17-1/2
SPD
NUMBER SCHEME
Base Number
1st to 5th Digits
6th
Digit
1
2
3
4
99988
Frame Configuration
6th Digit
Size
(Standard/Shorty)
Lubrication
(in.)
Standard
2.5
Grease
2.5
Standard
Oil
2.5
Shorty
Grease
Shorty
2.5
Oil
Stuffing Box Seal

7th Digit
A - Five [5] Ring Packing with Lantern Ring
B - Mechanical Seal (Tungsten Carbide) with three [3] Ring Packing, SS Shaft Sleeve
C - Mechanical Seal (Tungsten Carbide) with three [3] Ring Packing, Ceramic Coated Shaft Sleeve
D - Mechanical Seal (Silicon Carbide) with three [3] Ring Packing, SS Shaft Sleeve
E - Mechanical Seal (Silicon Carbide) with three [3] Ring Packing, Ceramic Coated Shaft Sleeve
F - Injectable Packing for Water Based Mud (including two [2] Packing Rings), 17-4 PH Hardened Shaft Sleeve
G - Injectable Packing for Hydrocarbon Based Mud (including two [2] Packing Rings), 17-4 PH Hardened Shaft Sleeve
K - Five [5] Ring King Packing with Lantern Ring, Ceramic Coated Shaft Sleeve
The character 9 in the 7th digit indicates a special assembly.
Fluid End Size Options and Materials

8th Digit
Hard Iron
Extra Hard Iron Extra Hard Iron
All Components
Fitted
All Components
3 x 2 x 13
A
J
T
4 x 3 x 13
B
K
U
C
L
V
5 x 4 x 14
6 x 5 x 11
D
M
W
6 x 5 x 14
E
N
X
8 x 6 x 11
F
P
Y
8 x 6 x 14
G
R
Z
Note: Fitted components would consist of Impeller and Stuffing Box.
Casing Size
Bronze
Fitted
2
3
4
Bronze
All Components
6
7
8
Fluid End Size Options and Materials

9th Digit
0 - 14 in.
1 - 13-3/4 in.
2 - 13-1/2 in.
3 - 13-1/4 in.
4 - 13 in.
5 - 12-3/4 in.
6 - 12-1/2 in.
10
8 - 12 in.
9 - 11-3/4 in.
A - 11-1/2 in.
B - 11-1/4 in.
C - 11 in.
D - 10-3/4 in.
E - 10-1/2 in.
F - 10-1/4 in.
G - 10 in.
H - 9-3/4 in.
J - 9-1/2 in.
K - 9-1/4 in.
L - 9 in.
M - 8-3/4 in.
N - 8-1/2 in.
P - 8-1/4 in.
R - 8 in.
S - 7-3/4 in.
T - 7-1/2 in.
U - 7-1/4 in.
V - 7 in.
W - 6-3/4 in.
X - 6-1/2 in.
Y - 6-1/4 in.
Z - 6 in.
SPD
PUMP SIZING
How to Select Your SPD Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump
1. Before sizing your pump, one needs to know the following:

1.1 The pump speed which depends on the kind of drive that will be coupled to the pump, (i.e., 3500,
1750 or 1150 RPM for 60 Hz motor or 3000, 1500 or 1000 RPM for 50 Hz motor.
1.2 The Total Head (TH) required which is the summation of Vertical elevation Head (He), and
Friction head (Hf), (i.e., TH = He + Hf + any head required at of the end of piping).
Use negative suction head when the source of supply is above the pump.
1.3 The flow requirement in GPM (or m3/hr).
1.4 The specific gravity of the fluid or weight of the fluid to be pumped, such as the mud weight, in
lb/gal.
2. After the above data, refer to the SPD pump curves and obtain the following information.
2.1 Find the required flow rate on the bottom or top scale, depending on whether you want to measure
your Flow rate in GPM (or m3/hr), respectively, and draw a straight line up or down.
2.2 Find the Total Differential Head at the left or right hand scale, depending on whether you want to
measure your Total Differential Head in feet (or meters), respectively, and draw a straight line to
the right or left.
2.3 Locate the intersection of the above two lines and pick the nearest larger Impeller size. For speeds
below 2,900 RPM select Impeller size to next larger 1/4 in. diameter and for speeds above 2900
RPM select Impeller to next larger 1/8 in. diameter. Also a set of horsepower lines gives you the
horsepower requirement for pumping water. It is best to choose a motor size larger than the minimum
required. If you pump fluid other than water, you have to adjust the required HP (or kW) by
multiplying the specific gravity to the HP (or kW) rating based on water.
NPSHA = Ha He - Hf - Hvp
Where:
Ha = atmospheric head (ft)
He = elevation head (ft)
Hf = friction head (ft)
Hvp = Vapor pressure of fluid at pumping temperature (ft). Refer to Page 35.
The NPSHR as shown on curves is the minimum NPSH required by pumps. If the NPSHA is larger
than NPSHR; the pump is all right. If the NPSHA is less than NPSHR, then the pump will cavitate. In
such a case, some or all of the following changes to the suction conditions might be necessary:
1. Reduce flow rate
2. Increase suction pipe size
3. Lower pump speed
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PUMP SIZING
3. NPSH
Net Positive Suction Head means the useful pressure existing at the inlet of the pump to push the liquid
into the impeller vanes. It is measured in feet (or meters) of Head and is called NPSH available
(NPSHA). NPSH required (NPSHR) is read from the pump curve at the designed pump impeller RPM
and flow rate. NPSH on the curve is the minimum NPSH that will prevent vapor bubbles from forming
and causing cavitation. A number of rigs run into NPSH problems which are due in part to high mud
temperatures and poor suction design. That is why it is very important to check your Net Positive Suction
Head (NPSH).
SPD
PUMP SIZING
4. Formulae:
4.1 To Convert Head in Feet to Pressure in Pounds Per Square Inch

Feet of Head x Specific Gravity

2.31
= PSIG
4.2 To Convert Pressure in Pounds Per Square Inch (PSI) to Head in Feet

PSIG x 2.31
Specific Gravity
= Feet of Head
Mud Weight (lb/gal)
8.34
4.3 Specific Gravity of Mud =

8.34 lb/gal is the Specific Weight of Water at 32F

4.4 BHP required = Curve BHP x specific gravity
kW required = Curve kW x specific gravity
Conversion Factors
To Convert
into
m3/hr
Multiply By
GPM
4.4
liters/min
GPM
0.264
barrels/day
GPM
0.03
cubic feet
Gallons
7.481
kg/cm2
PSI
14.2
m3
Gallons
264
meters
Feet
3.28
bars
PSI
14.7
5. Pump Terms:
5.3 Pressure of Head in feet (or meters)
When the pump is running, pressure will build up. Pressure developed by the Centrifugal Pump is
always specified as Head in feet (or meters) of liquid. The relation between PSI and head is shown in
4.1 - 4.2.
5.4 Centrifugal Pump Rotation

You have to stand at the drive end to determine the pump rotation. A right-hand rotation pump turns
clockwise looking from the motor end. The Mud Hog 2.5 in. has a right-hand rotation.
Conversion Factors
BHP =

GPM x feet x Specific Gravity

3960 x Efficiency

kW = m3/hr x meters x Specific Gravity

367 x Efficiency
Efficiency from curve written as .XX
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SPD
SYSTEM HEAD REQUIREMENT CALCULATION

Type of Liquid being Pumped
Flow Rate
GPM
Specific Gravity of Liquid being Pumped

Liquid Temperature
Suction
Pipe Size (Ds)
in
Height of Liquid Above (+) or Below (-)

The Pump Inlet Centerline (Hs)
ft
Total Length of Suction Line (Ls)
ft
Straight Pipe Length Equivalence of Suction Fittings

Type
Equivalent Straight Length

of Pipe per Fitting (ft)
(Refer to Table 2 on Page 34)
Qty
Elbow
Tee
Swing Check
Globe Valve
Gate Valve
Butterfly Valve
Sum of Equivalent Length

of Straight Suction Pipe (ft)
Total Equivalent Length (Els) =

Total Length of Suction Pipe (TLs) = Ls + ELs
ft
Suction Friction Loss Head (FLs) =

(TLs x Head Loss)/100 =
ft
(Refer to table on Page 34 for Head Loss)
Discharge
Pipe Size (Dd)
in
Maximum Height above the pump

centerline that the liquid rises to, on
the discharge side of the system (Hd)
ft
Total Length of Discharge Line (Ld)
ft
Type
Equivalent Straight Length

of Pipe per Fitting (ft)
(Refer to Table 2 on Page 34)
Qty
Elbow
Tee
Swing Check
Globe Valve
Gate Valve
Butterfly Valve
PUMP SIZING
Straight Pipe Length Equivalence of Discharge Fittings

Sum of Equivalent Length
of
Straight Discharge Pipe (ft)
=
Total Equivalent Length (ELd) =
Total Length of Discharge Pipe (TLd) = Ld + ELd
ft
Discharge Friction Loss Head (FLd) =

(TLd x Head Loss) /100 =
ft
Required Pressure at Discharge (Pd)
psi
Head Required at Discharge (Hd) =

(Pd x 2.31)/ Sp. Gr.
ft
Total Friction Head (Hf) = FLd = FLs
ft
Total Elevation Head (He) = Hs = Hd
ft
Total Head Required (HRQ) = Hf + He + Hd
ft
(Refer to table on Page 35 for Head Loss)
Note: For a complimentary copy of this calculation sheet in Excel format, please contact your nearest SPD sales agent.
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SPD

TABLE 1
Theoretical Discharge of Nozzles in U.S. Gallons per Minute
Head*
Velocity of
Discharge
Diameter of Nozzle in Inches
lb
ft
ft/sec
3/8
1/2
10
23.1
38.6
13.3
23.6
36.9 53.1 72.4 94.5 120
5/8
3/4
7/8
148
179
213
289
378
479
591
15
34.6
47.3
16.3
28.9
45.2
88.5 116
147
181
219
260
354
463
585
20
46.2
54.6
18.8
33.4
52.2 75.1 102 134
169
209
253
301
409
535
676
25
57.7
61.0
21.0
37.3
58.3
30
69.3
66.9
23.0
40.9
63.9
35
80.8
72.2
24.8
44.2
69
40
92.4
77.2
26.6
45
103.9
81.8
28.2
50
115.5
86.3
55
127.0
90.5
60
138.6
65
70
65
1-1/8 1 -1/4 1-3/8 1-1/2 1-3/4
2-1/4 2-1/2 2-3/4
84
114 149
189
234
283
336
458
598
756
92
714
851
723
874
1041
835
1009 1203
934
1128 1345
125 164
207
256
309
368
501
655
828 1023 1236 1473
99.5 135 177
224
277
334
398
541
708
895 1106 1335 1591
47.3
73.8 106 145 188
239
296
357
425
578
756
957 1182 1428 1701
50.1
78.2 113 153 200
253
313
379
451
613
801 1015 1252 1512 1802
29.7
52.8
82.5 119 162 211
267
330
399
475
647
845 1070 1320 1595 1900
31.1
55.3
86.4 125 169 221
280
346
418
498
678
886 1121 1385 1671 1991
94.6
32.5
57.8
90.4 130 177 231
293
362
438
521
708
926 1172 1447 1748 2085
150.1
98.3
33.8
60.2
136 184 241
305
376
455
542
737
964 1220 1506 1819 2165
161.7
102.1
35.2
62.5
97.7 141 191 250
317
391
473
563
765 1001 1267 1565 1888 2250
75
173.2
105.7
36.4
64.7
101
146 198 259
327
404
489
582
792 1037 1340 1619 1955 2330
80
184.8
109.1
37.6
66.8
104
150 205 267
338
418
505
602
818 1070 1354 1672 2020 2405
85
196.3
112.5
38.8
68.9
108
155 211 276
349
431
521
620
844 1103 1395 1723 2080 2480
90
207.9
115.8
39.9
70.8
111
160 217 284
359
443
536
638
868 1136 1436 1773 2140 2550
95
219.4
119.0
41.0
72.8
114
164 223 292
369
456
551
656
892 1168 1476 1824 2200 2625
100 230.9
122.0
42.1
74.7
117
168 229 299
378
467
565
672
915 1196 1512 1870 2255 2690
94
Head* Loss across nozzle.

The actual quantity discharge by a nozzle will be less than above table.
A well tapered smooth nozzle may be assumed to give 97 to 99% of the values in the tables.
TABLE 2
Pipe Fittings Equivalent to Feet of Straight Pipe
Size of Fitting
90 Elbow
5.5
11
14
16
21
45 Elbow
2.5
3.8
6.3
7.5
10
Long Sweep Elbow
3.5
5.2
11
14
Close Return Bend
13
18
24
31
37
51
Tee-Straight Run
3.5
5.2
11
14
Tee-Side Inlet or Outlet
12
17
22
27
33
43
Globe Valve Open
55
82
110
140
190
260
7
Angle Valve Open
27
41
53
70
Butterfly Valve Fully Open
1.2
1.7
Gate Valve Fully Open
1.2
1.7
2.3
2.9
3.5
4.5
Gate Valve Half Open
27
41
53
130
Check Valve
19
32
43
58
63
90
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TABLE 3
Properties Of Water
Temp
(F)
Specific Vapor Pressure Feet

Gravity of Water, Absolute
Temp Specific Vapor Pressure Feet

(F)
Temp Specific Vapor Pressure Feet

(F)
40
1.001
0.30
90
0.996
1.60
140
0.985
6.80
50
1.001
0.40
100
0.994
2.20
150
0.982
8.80
60
1.000
0.60
110
0.992
3.00
160
0.979
11.20
70
0.999
0.80
120
0.990
4.00
170
0.975
14.20
80
0.998
1.20
130
0.987
5.20
180
0.972
17.90
TABLE 4
Friction Of Water In Pipes (C = 100)
GPM
30
2 in. Pipe
3 in. Pipe
4 in. Pipe
5 in. Pipe
6 in. Pipe
8 in. Pipe
3.06
3.69
1.36
0.53
0.77
0.13
40
4.08
6.40
1.81
0.91
1.02
0.22
50
5.11
9.90
2.27
1.38
1.28
0.34
GPM
30
40
0.82
0.11
60
6.13
13.40
2.72
1.92
1.53
0.48
0.98
0.16
70
7.15
17.04
3.18
2.56
1.79
0.63
1.14
0.21
50
60
0.79
0.088
70
80
8.17
22.50
3.63
3.28
2.04
0.81
1.31
0.27
0.91
0.11
80
90
9.19
28.00
4.08
4.08
2.30
1.01
1.47
0.34
1.02
0.14
90
100
10.21
35.80
4.54
4.96
2.55
1.22
1.63
0.41
1.14
0.17
100
125
12.76
50.90
5.68
7.50
3.19
1.85
2.04
0.62
1.42
0.26
150
15.32
76.00
6.81
10.50
3.83
2.59
2.47
0.87
1.70
0.36
125
175
17.86
92.50
7.95
14.00
4.47
3.44
2.86
1.16
1.99
0.48
1.12
0.12
175
200
20.40
129.00
9.08
17.90
5.10
4.41
3.27
1.49
2.27
0.61
1.28
0.15
200
0.96
0.09
150
225
10.20
22.30
5.74
5.48
3.68
1.85
2.55
0.76
1.44
0.19
225
250
11.30
27.10
6.38
6.67
4.08
2.25
2.84
0.93
1.60
0.23
250
275
12.50
32.30
7.02
7.96
4.50
2.68
3.12
1.11
1.76
0.27
275
13.60
37.90
7.65
9.34
4.90
3.13
3.41
1.30
1.91
0.32
300
15.90
50.40
8.93
12.40
5.72
4.20
3.97
1.73
2.23
0.43
350
400
18.20
64.60
450
10.20
15.90
6.54
5.38
4.54
2.21
2.25
0.55
400
11.50
19.80
7.36
6.60
5.10
2.75
2.87
0.68
450
500
12.80
24.10
8.18
8.12
5.68
3.34
3.19
0.82
500
550
14.00
28.70
8.99
9.69
6.24
3.99
3.51
0.98
550
600
15.30
33.70
9.81
11.40
6.81
4.68
3.82
1.15
600
650
16.60
39.10
10.60
13.20
7.38
5.43
4.15
1.34
650
700
17.90
44.90
11.40
15.10
7.94
6.23
4.47
1.53
700
750
18.90
51.30
800
12.30
17.20
8.51
7.08
4.78
1.74
750
13.10
19.40
9.08
7.98
5.10
1.97
800
900
14.70
24.10
10.20
9.92
5.74
2.44
900
1000
16.30
29.30
11.40
12.10
6.38
2.97
1000
1100
18.00
35.00
12.50
14.40
7.02
3.55
1100
1200
19.56
41.20
13.60
16.90
7.66
4.17
1200
1300
21.19
48.00
14.80
19.60
8.30
4.83
1300
1400
22.82
54.80
15.90
22.50
8.93
5.54
1400
1500
24.45
62.40
17.00
25.50
9.55
6.30
1500
1600
18.20
28.80
10.20
7.10
1600
1800
20.52
35.90
11.50
9.83
1800
2000
22.80
43.60
12.80
10.70
2000
V = Velocity Fett Per Second; F = Friction Head in Feet

Loss of head in feet, due to friction, per 100 feet of ordinary pipe and velocity in feet per second.
Values taken from Williams and Hazen tables, based on coeffiecient C = 100.
For new pipes multiply friction loss values by .70.
PUMP SIZING
300
350
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SPD
PUMP CURVES
SPD Mud Hog

3 x 2 x 13 in. - Variable Speed
Cubic Meters per Hour (M3/hr)
Total Differential Head (Feet)
Total Differential Head (Meters)
US Gallons per Minute (GPM)
IMPELLER DIAMETER 13 in.

Maximum Sphere - 1/2 in.
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SPD
PUMP CURVES
SPD Mud Hog
3 x 2 x 13 in. - 1150 RPM
PUMP SIZING
Calculating horsepower using efficiency:

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
3 x 2 x 13 in. - 1750 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

3 x 2 x 13 in. - 3500 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

4 x 3 x 13 in. - 1150 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
4 x 3 x 13 in. - 1750 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

4 x 3 x 13 in. - 3500 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

5 x 4 x 14 in. - 1150 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
5 x 4 x 14 in. - 1750 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

PUMP SIZING

47
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
6 x 5 x 11 in. - 1150 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

6 x 5 x 11 in. - 1750 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

Maximum Sphere - 15/16in.
50
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

6 x 5 x 14 in. - 1150 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
6 x 5 x 14 in. - 1750 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
52
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

PUMP SIZING

53
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
8 x 6 x 11 in. - 1150 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
54
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

8 x 6 x 11 in. - 1750 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
55
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

Maximum Sphere - 1-3/8 in.
56
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog

8 x 6 x 14 in. - 1150 RPM
PUMP SIZING

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
57
PUMP CURVES
SPD
SPD Mud Hog
8 x 6 x 14 in. - 1750 RPM

BHP =
GPM x FT x SG
3960 x Efficiency
kW =
M3/hr x M x SG
367 x Efficiency
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SPD
Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual for

SPD Mud Hog 2.5 in. Centrifugal Pumps
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Service
Performance
Dependability
World Class Quality

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Introduction
Location
This manual contains instructions for the installation,

operation and maintenance of SPDs Mud Hog 2.5 in.
Centrifugal Pump. For further assistance, please contact
your local SPD Distributor or Salesman.
To eliminate the need for priming, the pump suction should

be at a lower level than the level of the liquid in the supply
tank/reservoir.
SPDs 2.5 in. Mud Hog is a pump designed to replace

some older and existing 2.5 in. pumps, with a similar but
superior product. We have designed this pump keeping
in mind a longer life, reliability and easier maintenance.
Some of its outstanding features that contribute towards
its popularity and success are:
1. Pump Casing with a replaceable Wear Pad
2. Stainless Steel Shaft Sleeves
3. Stainless Steel Casing Nuts
4. Grease Lubricated Bearings

5. Leakage and contamination prevention

through Labyrinth Seals
It is very important to closely follow proper installation,
operation and maintenance guidelines in order to ensure
a smooth and efficient pumping operation and a longer
equipment life.
General Instructions
1. The Motor/driver must operate the pump in a manner that the rotation of the pump Impeller when
viewed from the suction (front) side of the pump is
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE. The pump must not be
operated in the reverse direction if damage to the
pump is to be avoided.
2. The suction and discharge valves must not be
completely closed when operating the pump.
3. The packing should be adjusted in a manner that a
small amount of leakage remains for lubrication and
cooling purposes.
4. For drilling mud operations, care must be taken to
prevent seepage from the packing to dry out and
coagulate in the areas of the front Seal and the
slinger.
5. Do not operate the pump outside its designed
performance envelope.
Section A: INSTALLATION
Compatibility
The Mud Hog 2.5 in. has been designed to ensure that
it can replace existing pumps of the same nominal size.
To this end, its outside dimensions are guaranteed to
match up to the existing bases, piping, couplings etc.
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Foundation
It is recommended to pour a concrete foundation on a solid
base and it should be big enough to support the whole pump
unit. The rigidity of the base plate will play an important
role in damping out structural vibrations so the foundation
must be thick enough to accomplish that. Refer to Hydraulic Institutes Standard ANSI/HI 1.4-2000 for guidelines
on this subject. Care must be taken to level the base plate
in a horizontal position. Also, when the application dictates
the use of fabricated bases, the foundation design must account for it properly, so that it can effectively dampen the
resulting resonant vibrations.
Alignment
For any rotating machinery, the alignment of power
transmitting and power consuming parts is critical for its
safe and long lasting service. Even if the motor and the
pump were aligned before shipping, it is very important
to check the alignment after installation to ensure that
the arrangement has not moved during transportation or
handling. We cannot overemphasize proper alignment
since it can mean the difference between a smooth and long
lasting pump operation as opposed to high vibrations and
even failure of Bearings, Coupling, Pump or the Motor. It
should be noted that one must not try to align the Pump and
the Motor until its flange and mounting Bolts have been
tightened.
To perform the Coupling alignment with dial indicators,
which are the instruments of choice for such procedures,
the dial indicator is attached to one Coupling half with the
indicator dial button resting on the outside diameter (OD)
of the other Coupling half. This will give the offset misalignment between the two Shafts. In order to find out the
angular misalignment, let the dial indicator button ride on
the face of the other Coupling half, instead of its OD. A
TIR of 0.005 or less is usually considered acceptable by
most manufacturers. If the TIR is more than that, it can be
adjusted by loosening the pump or driver mounting Bolts,
adding or removing shims accordingly and then tightening
down the Bolts again. See Figures 1 and 2 on page 61.
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1/64 in.
Maximum Gap
Figure 1: Offset Alignment with a Dial Indicator
Figure 4: Angular Alignment with a Straight Edge

More information on Coupling alignment can be found in
the Hydraulic Institutes Standard ANSI/HI 1.4-2000.
Piping
Figure 2: Angular Alignment with a Dial Indicator

For situations where a dial indicator is not available, one
can use a straight edge to perform a reasonable alignment.
This method works better when the Coupling has a rubber
or a flexible drive element.
To check for offset misalignment, place the straight edge
on the OD of the Couplings. If they are aligned there will
not be any gaps under the straight edge. A Max gap of
1/64 in. is allowed. This procedure should be repeated for
at least one more location on the circumference of the
Coupling 90 degrees from the first position.
To check for angular misalignment, the two Coupling
mating faces should not have a variation in the gap, all
around the faces. A maximum variation of 1/64 in. is
permissible. See figures 3 and 4 below.
1/64 in.
Maximum Gap
It is important that the piping should line up to the pump

without it having to be drawn closer by tightening the
companion flange Bolts. Also, the pump should not have
to support the weight of the piping. For this to happen, it
is better to have the piping anchored independently but as
close to the pump as possible. It should also be pointed
out that the piping should not be connected to the pump
until the grout has hardened and after the Motor and pump
mounting Bolts have been tightened.
Suction Piping
Suction piping can not only play a critical role in causing
vibration and cavitation in centrifugal pumps, but can also
be responsible for causing packing and Mechanical Seal
failures as well as putting extreme loads on the Bearings.
It is therefore very important that the size of the suction
piping be at least the same or larger than the suction port
of the pump.
To eliminate air pockets in the suction line, it is beneficial
for the suction line to have a gradual slope down to the
supply tank or source.
In order to have a relatively turbulence free flow into the

pump, it is good practice to have a straight length of pipe,
at least twice its diameter in length e.g., a 6-inch suction
pipe should have at least one foot of straight pipe just
before the pump.
Figure 3: Offset Alignment with a Straight Edge
In situations which might require a flexible hose to be used

in the suction line, it is imperative that such a flexible hose
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It is recommended that the flow through the pump should

not be controlled by adjusting a valve in the suction line.
However, this does not preclude the use of a suction
line shut off valve to be used when the pump has to be
inspected or removed for maintenance purposes.
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be of the non-collapsing type, since it is not uncommon

to have suction pressures which are below atmospheric
pressure. In such a scenario, there is a real possibility of
starving the pump and thus causing it to overheat.
Pumps with Mechanical Seals come with 3 rings of backup

packing which should be kept completely loose until a Seal
failure occurs. Only then should they be tightened down to
prevent leakage.
Discharge Piping
Packed Pumps
Like the suction piping, a shut off valve should be used in

the discharge piping as well, to enable the removal of the
pump for maintenance purposes. A throttle valve can be
used in the discharge line to operate the pump at its design
point, if the exact operating conditions are not known.
When starting packed pumps, the packing should be loose

and the Packing Gland Nuts should only be hand tight. Once
the pump starts running, slowly tighten the packing down.
Make sure that there is some leakage through the packing,
otherwise it will overheat and fail.
In case of a closed pressurized loop, it is necessary to have

a check valve between the pump and the throttle valve, to
prevent the product from flowing back through the pump.
In the absence of the check valve, such a circumstance can
cause the Impeller to come loose and cause damage to the
pump and also result in leakage beneath the Shaft Sleeve.
If outside flushing is required on either pump models, the

flush lines should be connected and checked for flow through
them, before starting the pump.
Section B: PREPARATION
FOR OPERATION
Before starting the pump, it is good practice to always go
through the following simple checks;
1. Check for Impellers free rotation by turning the
Shaft by hand.
2. Make sure that the suction line and the pump are full
of fluid and that the suction valve is fully open.
3. Slightly open the discharge valve and then open it
fully once the pump is running.
Preliminary Lubrication
Our standard pumps come pre lubricated with grease
(oil lubrication is available as an option). The operators/
customers do not have to worry about lubricating the pump
for the first year of operation. At that time, the pump can
be lubricated through the Outboard and Inboard Bearing
Covers by removing the Plugs and replacing them with the
appropriate lubrication fittings.
Usually, Labyrinth Seals are provided at both Bearing
ends, and they serve to keep the temperature from rising,
by also acting as vents. But in cases where the Labyrinth
Seals are not provided, it is recommended to keep the air
vent clean.
Mechanical Seal Pumps

It is vital that these pumps are never started dry otherwise it
will cause irreparable damage to the Seal faces. The factory
installs and adjusts the Mechanical Seals before shipping
the pumps. The Seal models currently being provided with
the Mud Hog 2.5 in. do not require external flush.
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Pump Rotation
Before running the pump it is important to find out the
direction of rotation, since starting the Mud Hog 2.5 in.
in the reverse direction can unscrew its Impeller and thereby
cause damage to the pump and the Seal.
The direction of rotation can be checked in two ways. The
Motor can be uncoupled from the pump and then started
to check its direction of rotation. Or a person can start and
immediately shut off the coupled Motor and pump assembly
and have someone else watch as the shafting just turns over.
Pump Priming
To prevent damage to the Mechanical Seals or packing, there
must be liquid in the suction line and the Casing, before the
pump is started. Fill the suction line with the liquid and vent
out any air that might be present in the line. The discharge
valve should be barely open when the pump is started and
only after the flow and pressure have stabilized that it should
be adjusted to the required flow conditions. If the pressure
fails to build, close the discharge valve and then reopen it to
build discharge pressure. If flow difficulties continue, it may
be an indication of improper installation or pump selection.
Operators must not run the pump with the suction valve closed
under any circumstances, as it will immediately overheat the
pump and cause major damage to various components.
Also, running the pump with the discharge valve closed
should be allowed only for short durations as the energy being
imparted to the pumped product by the Impeller, will raise
the temperature. If for some reason there is a need to keep the
discharge valve closed for an extended length of time, then
it is recommended to run a small (0.25 or 0.50) line,
starting between the pump and the discharge valve and going
back to the fluid supply tank.
Section C: OPERATION
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Operating Condition Envelope
This section only applies to pumps which do not have
any external insulation and are exposed to the room
temperature.
The maximum safe working pressure for cast iron is 175
psig at 150F or 150 psig at 250F. The conditions in
between can be accordingly calculated. Whenever a high
temperature (150F plus) fluid is being pumped, cooling
water should be passed not only through the lantern ring
but also over the exposed Shaft, so as to dissipate the heat
being generated at the Labyrinth Seal or lip Seal and the
Bearings.
The Outboard and Inboard Bearing Covers are provided

with a grease fitting. It is recommended to add five shots
of grease through the grease port at least once every six
months, after the first year of service.
Grease Fitting
Documentation
It is always helpful to maintain a documentation history
of the pump as it can improve our response time to help
you. To this end, we provide a nameplate on each pump
frame which contains some information which can help us
identify the pump quickly. But in addition to that, it would
be helpful to keep a record of the following information;
1. Motor horsepower
2. Operation frequency
3. Maintenance records and pertinent information on
any replacement parts.
Grease Fitting
Lubrication
Your Mud Hog comes lubricated with grease when it is
shipped from the factory and it does not need to be lubricated
more than once per year. The recommended grease is Lubri
Plate 1200-2. When using different types of grease, care
should be taken to use only those types of grease which are
well suited to operate with each other.
Oil Lubrication for Bearings

Oil lubrication for Bearings is available as an option but
the pumps must be mounted in a horizontal position for oil
lubricated pumps to work. This option is typically exercised
when it is desired to lower the Bearing temperature and
hence reduce its wear.
Grease Lubrication for Bearings
Grease Lubrication for Packing

For packed pumps, the Stuffing Box Cover comes with a
drilled hole for lubricating the packing rings. It is fitted
with a grease fitting. It is recommended to lubricate the
packing rings at least once a day. SPD offers an optional
self lubricating mechanism which only needs to be filled
from time to time.
Grease should be added while turning the Shaft. A good
indication of the sufficient grease in the packing is that
it will start to come out around the packing gland. If the
packing rings are worn and/or the leakage is deemed
excessive, a more viscous variety of grease like the ones
used in water pumps should be used rather than the general
purpose grease.
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It is recommended to use 10W30 nondetergent motor oil.

The oil can be filled through the hole provided on the top
of the Bearing frame. After removing the Plug provided
in the side of the frame, oil should be added from the
top until it starts to flow out from the side hole. This will
indicate that the level of oil is correct. Adding more oil than
recommended can actually be harmful to the pump.
Figure 5: Outboard and Inboard Bearing Covers with

Grease Fitting
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Water Lubrication for Packing
It is recommended that whenever drilling mud is being
pumped, water should be fed to the packing through the
lantern ring, not only for lubrication purposes but also
to prevent fluid being pumped from coming through
the packing rings. Such fluids can reduce the life of the
packing as well as cause abrasion of the Shaft.
Section D: MAINTENANCE
Refer to Figures 6-1 through 6-4 on pages 70 and 71.
Disassembly
1. Remove the Gland Set (44) by loosening the
Washer Nut on the Gland Assembly Bolt (41) and
swinging the Bolt to the side.
2. Remove the Casing Nuts (35) then remove the
Casing (29).
3. Impeller (36) can now be removed as follows:
Restrain the Shaft rotation near the Coupling end
and then jam a block of wood against the Impeller
vanes. Strike the block of wood with a hammer to
turn the Impeller in the counter clockwise direction,
when looking at the pump from the suction end.
4. The Stuffing Box Cover (40) does not need to come
off if the Mechanical Seal does not warrant a
replacement. However, if it does, then remove the
Stuffing Box Cover Bolts (42) and push out the
Stuffing Box Cover by hitting on its back side. The
Packing Rings (43) can now be easily removed
from the Stuffing Box bore.
5. Next, remove the Shaft Sleeve (38) using a wedge if
necessary. Take care not to drop or damage the
Sleeve, especially if the Sleeve does not need to be
replaced. If you are only replacing the Mechanical
Seal this is the last disassembly step necessary. To
remove the shaft or replace the bearings, continue
with pump disassembly.
6. Remove the two [2] Outboard Bearing Housing
bolts (14).
7. The Shaft Assembly can now be removed from the
Frame (1).
8. Remove the two [2] Outboard Bearing Cover Bolts
(8) the remove the Outboard Bearing Cover (6).
9. The Lock Nut (12) and the Lock Washer (11) can
be removed by bending the tab backwards on the
Lock Washer.
10. Remove the Inboard Bearing Housing (20) by
pressing it off the shaft (18). The Outboard Bearings Housing
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(10) can be pressed off the Shaft (18). Applying force
to the outer race of the bearings should be avoided.
11. The Inboard Bearing Labyrinth Seal (25) and the
Inboard Bearing Cover Grease Plug (24) can be now
removed.
Inspection
In general, whenever disassembling a pump, always clean
the retaining rings, grooves for the O-rings, surfaces of the
gaskets, threads and Bearings.
Impeller:
The Impeller should be checked for excessive erosion
both on the front and back vanes and/or vane breakage
and replaced if any of the mentioned conditions exist.
Shaft and Shaft Sleeve:
A maximum run out of 0.002 is allowed on the Shaft and
the Shaft threads must be in a good condition. The Bearing
seating surfaces have to be smooth and free of scratches.
If any of the above do not seem to be in good condition,
the Shaft should be replaced. Similarly the surface of the
Sleeve should be checked for grooves and be replaced if
necessary.
Mechanical Seal:
To prevent excessive leakage, the Seal faces, gaskets and
Shaft sealing members must be checked for their condition
and replaced if necessary.
Ball Bearings:
It is important that the Bearings rolling elements be smooth
and not worn out. If the Bearings make noise when rotated,
it is time to replace them. New Bearings should not be unpacked until it is time to install them.
Gaskets and O-rings:
Short of unavailability of new ones, it is always good practice
to replace all the gaskets and O-rings during disassembly.
Assembly
Refer to Figures 6-1 through 6-4 on pages 70 & 71.
Shaft and Bearing Subassembly
Note: Installation of the Bearings with a press is acceptable
in lieu of heating the Bearings.
1. Pack the Inboard Bearing (20) and both Outboard
Bearings (10) with Chevron Duralith EP Number 2 or
Lubriplate 1200-2 grease. Heat the Inboard Bearing
and both Outboard Bearings to 240F Max.
2. After heating the Inboard Bearing (20), position it to
be installed. Slip the Bearing onto the Impeller end of
the Shaft (18). Shoulder the Bearing on the shaft.
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3. Install the Outboard Bearing Housing Seal (9) onto
the Outboard Bearing Housing (13). Slide the Outboard Bearing Housing onto the Shaft (17) from
the Coupling end of the Shaft. The flanged end of the
Outboard Bearing Housing should face the Coupling
end of the Shaft.
4. After heating one [1] of the Outboard Bearings (10),
position it to be installed. Slip the Bearing onto the
Shaft (18) with the 7311 marking facing the Coupling end of the Shaft. Shoulder the Bearing on the
shaft.
5. After heating the other Outboard Bearing (10),
position it to be installed. Slip the Bearing onto the
Shaft (17) with the 7311 marking on this Bearing,
facing the 7311 marking on the previously installed
Bearing and shoulder the Bearing against the first
bearing. This Bearing arrangement is called a backto-back installation.
6. Check for proper Outboard Bearing (10) installation.
The 7311 markings on both Outboard Bearings
should be facing each other. The balls and races on
both Bearings should be clearly visible.
7. Install the Bearing Lock Washer (11) onto the Shaft
(18) with the tabs towards the coupling end of the
Shaft.
8. Install the Bearing Lock Nut (12) onto the Shaft (18)
with the bevel towards the Bearing Lock Washer
(11). Tighten the Bearing Lock Nut with 250 ft/lb of
torque. Bend one tab of the Bearing Lock Washer to
engage one cutout of the Bearing Lock Nut.
NOTE: If the tab on the Bearing Lock Washer (11)
does not align with a slot directly, loosen the Bearing
Lock Nut (12) until the closest tab/slot combination is
aligned.
9. Lightly grease the Outboard Bearing (10) outside
diameters. Shoulder the Outboard Bearing Housing
(13) to the Outboard Bearings.
11. Apply grease to the Shaft (18). Assemble the Out

board Bearing Cover (6) to the Outboard Bearing
Housing (13). Install the Outboard Bearing Cover
Bolts (8) and torque to 20 ft-lb.
Power Frame Subassembly

1. Install the Outboard/Inboard Bearing Grease Fitting
(7) into the Inboard Bearing Cover (21). Press the
Inboard Bearing Labyrinth Seal (25) with drain cut
out down, 180 degrees from the cast SPD logo and
to the inside, into the Inboard Bearing Cover. Install
the Inboard Bearing Cover Grease Plug (24) into the
Inboard Bearing Housing. Place the Inboard Bearing
Cover Gasket (22) onto the Inboard Bearing Cover.
2. Install the Inboard Bearing Cover (21) into the Frame
(1) with the cast SPD logo up. Install the Inboard
Bearing Cover Bolts (23) into the Frame. Stop when
two threads of each bolt are still exposed.
Note: Do not tighten the Bolts at this time.
3. Lightly grease the Outboard Bearing Housing bore
and Inboard Bearing bores in the Frame (1). Install
the Shaft/Bearing Subassembly from the previous
section into the Frame. Leave 1/4 in. between the
Outboard Bearing Housing (13) flange and the Frame
(1).
4. Install two [2] Outboard Bearing Housing Nuts (16)
onto two [2] Outboard Bearing Housing Bolts (15).
Thread the Outboard Bearing Housing Bolts/Out
board Bearing Housing Nuts into the Outboard
Bearing Housing (13) and hand tighten. Thread two
[2] Outboard
Bearing Housing Bolts through the Outboard Bearing
Housing and into the Frame (1) and hand-tighten.
5. Torque the Inboard Bearing Cover Bolts (23) to
20 ft-lb.
Note: There will be a gap between the Inboard
Bearing Cover (21) and the Frame (1) after proper
installation (.015-.030)
6. Install two [2] Oil Plugs (4), the Plug for the Breather
Port (3), and the Plastic Plug (2) into the Frame (1).
Install the Jack Bolts (26) into the Frame.
Stuffing Box and Components

Mechanical Seal Configuration
1. Install the Roll Pin (48) into the Stuffing Box Cover
(40) from the Impeller side.
2. Install the Stationary Element (39d) into the Stuffing
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10. Install the Outboard/Inboard Bearing Grease Fitting

(7) into the Outboard Bearing Cover (6) with the
nipple facing towards the outside of the Outboard
Bearing Cover. Press the Outboard Bearing Labyrinth
Seal (5) with drain cutout down or rotated 180
degrees from the 1/4 NPT hole in the Outboard
Bearing Cover and with the drain on the inside of the
Outboard Bearing Cover.
Caution: Do not over tighten the Outboard

Bearing Cover Bolts (8). There will be a gap between
the Outboard Bearing Housing (13) and the Outboard Bearing Cover (6) with proper installation
(.015- .030 in.).
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Box Cover (40). Align the slot on the Stationary Ele- Fluid End Assembly
ment with the Roll Pin (48). Bottom the Stationary
1. Slip Shaft Sleeve Seal (45) onto the Shaft (18) and
Element.
shoulder.
Caution: Do not scratch or damage Stationary
2. Coat the Stuffing Box bore in the Frame (1) with
Element (39d) sealing surface; keep the sealing
Seal compound. Install the Stuffing Box Cover (40)
surface clean.
into the Frame with the word Top towards the lifting
3. Grease the 3-ring Packing Set (43). Install the
eye or up. Install the Stuffing Box Cover Bolts (42) and
3-ring Packing Set and the Shaft Sleeve (38) into the
fully tighten to 50 ft-lb.
Stuffing Box Cover (40) bore by installing each of
3. Apply a coat of grease to the Shaft Sleeve (38), to the
the three rings with the skive 180 degrees apart.
inside of the rubber bellows and to the sealing face of
4. Install the Gland Assembly Bolts (41) into the
the Rotating Element (39c). Slip the Rotating Element
Stuffing Box Cover (40) and torque to 20 ft-lb.
onto the Shaft Sleeve and contact the Stationary Ring
(39d). Slip the Spring (39b) onto the Shaft Sleeve.
Packing Ring Configuration
Install the Pressed Ring (39a) onto the Spring.
1. The Packing Rings (43) will usually be either of the
4. Grease the Impeller Seal groove on the Impeller (36).
Teflon or King type.
Place the Impeller Seal (37) into the Impeller Groove
2. Make sure that the Shaft Sleeve OD and the Stuffing
in the Impeller (36). Screw the Impeller onto the Shaft
Box Cover ID are clean, smooth and free of any
(18) and torque to a minimum of 160 ft-lb.
burrs and scratches.
Note: Align the Spring (39b) on the Rotating Element
3. Grease should be applied to all the Packing Rings
(39c) and the Impeller (36).
(43).
5. Install the Gland Set (44). Snug the Gland Set
4. Insert three [3] Packing Rings (43), taking care to
against the 3-ring Packing Set (43) and back off to a
align skives in the rings 180 degrees apart and the
hand-tight condition.
skive on the first ring on the bottom side. In case of
6. Set the clearance between the Stuffing Box Cover (40)
King Packing, install the rings such that their lips are
and the Impeller (36) back vanes to 0.070 - 0.075 by
facing the suction side of the pump.
adjusting the Outboard Bearing Housing Bolts (15).
5. The lantern ring should be installed next, making
Tighten the Outboard Bearing Housing Nuts (16)
sure that the split in the lantern ring is oriented
against the Outboard Bearing Housing (13).
vertically.
Caution: ensure that the Impeller (36) turns freely.
6. The remaining two [2] rings should now be installed
Torque the remaining two [2] Outboard Bearing
such that the skive in the last ring comes on the
Bolts (14) to 20 ft-lb.
bottom side. However, in case of King Packing, the
Note: This step not required with 3x2 in. Casings.
final King ring should be mounted such that the lip
Install Wear Pad Studs (30) into the Wear Pad (32).
is facing the Coupling end and its skive at the top.
Slip the Wear Pad Gasket (31) onto Wear Pad. Install
The last square ring of packing can then be installed
the Wear Pad into the Casing (29). Install the Wear
with the skive pointing downwards.
Pad Nuts (27) onto the Wear Pad Studs and torque to
7. The Packing Gland Set (44) should now be put it
20 ft-lb.
place and pressed in slightly by tightening the Gland
7. Install the Casing Studs (34) into Casing (29). Install
Assembly Bolts (41).
the Casing Gasket (33) onto the Stuffing Box Cover
8. Since packing can burn easily if it is too tight around
(40). Apply Seal compound to the two locating
the rotating element, so once the packing has been
surfaces on the Stuffing Box Cover. Install the Casing
pushed and seated in, the Gland Assembly Bolts
onto the Stuffing Box Cover. Install Casing Stud Nuts
(41) can be loosened and then hand tightened only.
(35) onto the Casing Studs (34) and evenly torque to
This is the recommended condition to start the pump
140 ft-lb.
in. Once the pump has been running for a little
8. Install Casing Drain Plug (28) into the Casing (29).
while, one should go back in and tighten the Gland
Assembly Bolts (41) so that there is only 10-15
General Operating and Storage Instructions
drops of leakage per minute.
Some of the important factors to watch for, while operat-
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ing a pump, are;
1. The packing should not be over tightened as it will
become hard and brittle and will fail to perform its
function. But it is also important, especially when a
water flush system is being employed to lubricate the
Packing Rings, that rings be not too loose. That can
result in flush water seeping into the drilling mud and
changing its density. This situation can also arise due
to a gap between the Shaft and the packing, which
results due to the whirling of the Shaft about its own
axis during pump operation and thus causing
deformation of the packing. This predicament can be
solved by either manually shutting off the water
whenever the pump is not running or installing a
solenoid valve for this purpose.
2. Another factor that should be controlled to limit the
amount of water from getting into the drilling mud
is the pressure of water for the flush system. Pressure
as small as 5 psi is usually enough to provide the
required lubrication for the Packing Rings. A pressure regulator should be preferably incorporated into
the water flush system for this purpose.
3. Bearing failure is the biggest contributor to pump
maintenance costs. So it is imperative that care be
taken not to run the pump if the Bearing condition is
suspect. A quick check that can be easily performed
is to estimate the temperature of the pump housing by
placing a hand on it. Usually if a person can comfortably keep his/her hand on the pump housing for a
little while then the temperature is not more than
150F. If the temperature seems more than that then
the chances are either that the Bearings have started
to fail or that there is a lack of lubrication for them.
Replacing Bearings at this stage is more cost effec
tive than waiting longer and then having to replace a
number of other parts as well.
4. One of the most common reasons for Bearing failure
is misalignment between the pump and the Motor.
Hence it is very important to check alignment not
only before starting the pump for the first time but to
also do it periodically.
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5. Care should be taken not to increase the suction line
velocity beyond 10ft/sec because that can result in
turbulence as well as cavitation. These conditions
will adversely affect the efficiency and the life of the
pump, respectively.
6. Perhaps the most important factor for predictable
pump performance is the Available Net Positive
Suction Head (NPSHA). Simply put, it means that the
height of the fluid in the supply tank above the
suction level of the pump should be enough to
prevent the fluid from entering the pump at a pressure
which is below its vapor pressure at that temperature.
If such flow conditions cannot be avoided, cavitation
occurs which is the boiling of that fluid at the operating temperature and then the bubbles being created
during that boiling process implode and damage the
various pump and system components. Thus to pro
long the life of the pump always ensure that the pump
has the recommended NPSHA.
7. In case of indoor storage, it is desirable to avoid temperature extremes, excessive moisture and vibrations.
8. It should be standard procedure to check the resistivity of motor windings at the time of placing them
in storage and again when it is time to take the Motor
out and use it. A difference of more than 50% necessitates the drying of these windings before the pumps
operation.
9. Whenever pulling the pump and the Motor out of
storage, it is recommended to remove all the old
grease from the Bearings and replenish them with
fresh new grease.
10. It is also recommended to manually turn the Shafts
of the Motor and the pump at least once every two
months.
11. If the pumps are to be stored outdoors for an ex
tended
period of time, it is good practice to properly seal off
the suction and discharge openings, to prevent rust
from attacking the pump Casing and Impeller.
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Note: A written record of all the storage procedure

and actions should be maintained.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Keep hands, body parts, and pieces of clothing away from moving parts of the pump (i.e., the exposed
portion of the Shaft between the Stuffing Box Cover and the Inboard Bearing Cover and the portion of the
Shaft Between the Pump and the Motor).
2. Do not operate the pump with the outlet and/or inlet valve completely closed.
3. Any maintenance work on the pump must be done only when the pump is not running.
4. Both Inboard and Outboard Bearings should be replaced with new ones after 80% of their expected life span,
which is 5,000 hrs.
5. If the Mechanical Seal starts to leak while the pump is operating, tighten the back up Packing Rings through
the Gland Bolts, to reduce the leakage. This should give the operator some time to schedule a shut down for
the pump and replace the Mechanical Seal.
6. The lifting eye supplied on the pump is rated for 990 lb (or 450 kg). When assembled on a skid, do not use the
pump lifting eye by itself to lift the whole assembly. Distribute the weight through the Skid, Pump and
Motor lifting eyes.
7. Reverse rotation of the pump through improper electrical wiring connection can cause the Impeller to spin
off the Shaft and possibly damage any or all of the following parts:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Pump Shaft
Impeller
Casing
Stuffing Box Cover
Wear Pad
The 2.5 in. Mud Hog Centrifugal Pumps Maintenance Manual however, lists instructions regarding the
desired direction of rotation of the Impeller. In addition there is a cast arrow on the Pump frame indicating
the same. All Mud Hogs pumps are marked with the maximum allowable speed on their name tags,
which should not be exceeded without consulting with SPDs Engineering Department.
8. The Mud Hog pumps are ATEX certified and as such have a separate nameplate listing the following
information;
a. CE marking:
II 2 G c T3
b. The year of construction
c. Max weight of the pump (Refer to ATEX Nameplate Information Chart)
d. Max operating pressure (Refer to ATEX Nameplate Information Chart)
e. Max operating temperature (Refer to ATEX Nameplate Information Chart)
f. Max operating speed (Refer to ATEX Nameplate Information Chart)
g. Max Horsepower
h. Technical Construction File Number
Max Mass
Max Flow
kg (lb)
m3/hr (GPM)
3 x 2 x 13.00
209 (460)
119 (525)
4 x 3 x 13.00
220 (485)
204 (900)
5 x 4 x 14.00
247 (545)
250 (1,100)
6 x 5 x 11.00
236 (520)
409 (1,800)
6 x 5 x 14.00
259 (570)
420 (1,850)
8 x 6 x 11.00
286 (630)
432 (1,900)
8 x 6 x 14.00
313 (690)
727 (3,200)
Pump Size
Max RPM
2200 for Grease Lube
or 3,600 for Oil Lube
2,200
Note: The design of the pump prevents exposed surfaces from reaching temperatures in excess of 200C (392F) with the pump operating at full load
in normal conditions. This has resulted in the pump being given a T3 temperature classification, which is acceptable for the potentially explosive atmosphere surrounding the pump body. Personnel should be careful about touching the exposed pump surfaces when the pump is in operation.
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SYSTEM HEAD CALCULATION TABLES

Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump Introduction...................4

System Head Calculation Tables

SPD Mud Hog 3 x 2 x 13 in.

How To Select Your SPD Mud Hog

OPERATIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Oil Lubrication for Beaings........................................63

Mud Hog Centrifugal Pump

SPD Centrifugal Pump, The MUD HOG

Mud Hog Skid Packages

Standard Trim Includes

Frame - Cast Iron

Material traceability reports available for fluid end components.

CENTRIFUGAL PUMP PARTS

Centrifugal Pump Shaft

Centrifugal Pump Shaft Sleeve

SPD assures the performance of the pump Shaft by

A protective Sleeve is designed

Centrifugal Pump Impeller

Centrifugal Pump Wear Pad

A semi-open design has been selected for sizes from

SPD Casings are designed with Wear Pads

Centrifugal Pump Mechanical Seal

Centrifugal Pump Bearings

SPD has a premier, heavy-duty tungsten

SPD specifies Bearings of the highest

SPD Centrifugal Pump, The Mud Hog

CENTRIFUGAL PUMP PARTS

The Labyrinth Seal or Isolator is a two-piece

Two Stuffing Box Bolts are positioned 180 degrees

Centrifugal Pump Frame

Stainless Steel Casing Nuts

Centrifugal Pump Labyrinth Seals

Dimensional Data For 2.5 in. Centrifugal Pump

Refer to the illustration above.

Assemblies And Weights For 2.5 in. Centrifugal Pump

ASME/ANSI Class 150 Flat Face Flanges.

Stuffing Box Seal

Fluid End Size Options and Materials

Fluid End Size Options and Materials

1. Before sizing your pump, one needs to know the following:

4.3 Specific Gravity of Mud =

8.34 lb/gal is the Specific Weight of Water at 32F

GPM x feet x Specific Gravity

SYSTEM HEAD REQUIREMENT CALCULATION

Specific Gravity of Liquid being Pumped

Height of Liquid Above (+) or Below (-)

Total Length of Suction Line (Ls)

Straight Pipe Length Equivalence of Suction Fittings

Equivalent Straight Length

Sum of Equivalent Length

Total Equivalent Length (Els) =

Suction Friction Loss Head (FLs) =

(Refer to table on Page 34 for Head Loss)

Maximum Height above the pump

Total Length of Discharge Line (Ld)

Equivalent Straight Length

Straight Pipe Length Equivalence of Discharge Fittings

Total Length of Discharge Pipe (TLd) = Ld + ELd

Discharge Friction Loss Head (FLd) =

Required Pressure at Discharge (Pd)

Head Required at Discharge (Hd) =