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EX27285 - Centrifugal Fire Pumps, Split Case | UL Product iQ
QXJY.EX27285 - Centrifugal Fire Pumps, Split Case
Centrifugal Fire Pumps, Split Case

SPP PUMPS INC EX27285
2905 PACIFIC DR
NORCROSS, GA 30071-1809 United States
Fire pumps, single stage, intended for installation with the shaft in a horizontal position.

Rated Net

Max Working
Rated Capacity

Pressure Range
Approx Speed
Pressure
(gpm) Size (in.) Model Dsg (psi) (rpm) (psi)
200 3 TB08D 96-149 3550 225
200 4 TD10E 98-169 2950 225
200 4 TD10E 109-187 3100 225
200 4 TD10E 140-210 3550 225
250 3 TB08D 94-147 3550 225
250 4 TD10E 97-168 2950 225
250 4 TD10E 108-186 3100 225
250 4 TD10E 139-209 3550 225
300 3 TB08D 93-145 3550 225
300 4 TD10E 96-167 2950 225
300 4 TD10E 106-185 3100 225
300 4 TD10E 138-207 3550 225
400 3 TB08D 87-139 3550 225
400 4 TB10D 105-144 3550 225
400 4 TD10E 134-205 3550 225
400 4 TD10E 92-164 2950 225
400 4 TD10E 102-182 3100 225
400 4 by 3 TB08F 88-139 3550 225
450 4 by 3 TB08F 87-135 3550 225
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500 4 by 3 TB08F 85-131 3550 225
500 5 by 4 TD10F 162-260 3550 340
500 6 by 4 TB10F 90-174 3550 262
500 3 TB08D 81-133 3550 225
500 3 TB08E 54-104 3550 225
500 4 TB10D 102-139 3550 225
500 5 TB12D 112-148 3550 225
500 5 TC12F 43-49 1760 225
500 5 TC12F 48-72 2100 225
500 5 TC12F 53-92 2350 225
500 5 TC12F 67-113 2600 225
500 5 TC12F 118-208 3550 225
500 5 TC12G 138-193 3550 225
500 4 TD10E 66-99 2350 225
500 4 TD10E 68-124 2600 225
500 4 TD10E 86-158 2950 225
500 4 TD10E 97-176 3100 225
500 4 TD10E 129-200 3550 225
500 3 TE08D 128-195 2600 362.5
500 3 TE08D 152-229 2800 362.5
500 3 TE08D 133-257 2950 362.5
500 3 TE08D 139-268 3000 362.5
500 4 TE10D 44-90 1760 362.5
500 4 TE10D 65-122 2100 362.5
500 4 TE10D 72-137 2200 362.5
500 4 TE10D 81-150 2300 362.5
500 4 TE10D 87-162 2400 362.5
500 4 TE10D 96-176 2500 362.5
500 4 TE10D 104-193 2600 362.5
500 4 TE10D 121-229 2800 362.5
500 4 TE10D 131-247 2900 362.5
500 4 TE10D 135-255 2950 362.5
500 4 TE10D 141-264 3000 362.5
500 5 TE12E 72-131 2100 362.5
500 5 TE12E 80-143 2200 362.5
500 5 TE12E 87-158 2300 362.5
500 5 TE12E 97-171 2400 362.5
500 5 TE12E 104-187 2500 362.5
500 4 TB10E 81-108 3550 225
750 5 by 4 TD10F 154-251 3550 340
750 6 by 4 TB10F 85-160 3550 262
750 4 TB10E 69-95 3550 225
750 4 TB10D 95-129 3550 225
750 5 TB12D 106-144 3550 225
750 5 TB12E 85-113 3550 225
750 5 TC12F 54-82 2350 225
750 5 TC12F 59-104 2600 225
750 5 TC12F 74-134 2950 225
750 5 TC12F 111-199 3550 225
750 5 TC12G 111-142 2950 225
750 5 TC12G 130-185 3550 225
750 5 TD12F 44-54 1760 225
750 5 TD12F 49-81 2100 225
750 5 TD12F 62-103 2350 225
750 5 TD12F 95-165 2950 225
750 5 TD12F 141-208 3550 225
750 4 TE10D 82-108 2100 362.5
750 4 TE10D 62-122 2200 362.5
750 4 TE10D 69-137 2300 362.5
750 4 TE10D 77-149 2400 362.5
750 4 TE10D 85-164 2500 362.5
750 4 TE10D 94-179 2600 362.5
750 4 TE10D 112-216 2800 362.5
750 4 TE10D 121-233 2900 362.5
750 4 TE10D 124-243 2950 362.5
750 4 TE10D 131-252 3000 362.5
750 5 TE12E 90-121 2100 362.5
750 5 TE12E 70-134 2200 362.5
750 5 TE12E 78-148 2300 362.5
750 5 TE12E 88-162 2400 362.5
750 5 TE12E 97-178 2500 362.5
750 5 TE12E 105-193 2600 362.5
750 5 TE12E 124-227 2800 362.5
750 5 TE12E 136-245 2900 362.5
750 5 TE12E 141-255 2950 362.5
750 5 TE12E 146-264 3000 362.5
750 5x4 TD10G 154-272 3550 384
1000 8 by 6 TE15F 43-90 1760 225
1000 5 TB12E 80-107 3550 225
1000 5 TB12D 99-137 3550 225
1000 5 TC12G 100-131 2950 225
1000 5 TC12G 119-175 3550 225
1000 5 TD12F 60-73 2100 225
1000 5 TD12F 57-95 2350 225
1000 5 TD12F 72-121 2600 225
1000 5 TD12F 89-159 2950 225
1000 5 TD12F 134-199 3550 225
1000 6 TD15F 43-53 1760 225
1000 6 TD15F 74-128 2600 225
1000 6 TD15F 90-157 2800 225
1000 6 TD15F 97-171 2950 225
1000 5 TE12E 132-181 2600 362.5
1000 5 TE12E 159-213 2800 362.5
1000 5 TE12E 123-232 2900 362.5
1000 5 TE12E 128-240 2950 362.5
1000 5 TE12E 134-250 3000 362.5
1000 6 TE15D 54-87 1760 225
1000 6 TE15E 44-79 1760 225
1000 6 TF15E 85-145 1760 362.5
1000 6 TF15E 101-171 1900 362.5
1000 6 TF15E 126-208 2100 362.5
1000 6 TF15E 139-228 2200 362.5
1000 6 TF15E 152-251 2300 362.5
1000 6 TF15E 160-251 2350 362.5
1000 5 TB12F 105-145 3550 225
1000 8x6 TB15E 116-154 3550 225
1000 6 by 5 TA12D 59-105 3550 213
1000 8x6 BS06C 115 2950 200
1000 8x6 BS06C 115 2800 200
1250 8 by 6 TE15F 40-86 1760 225
1250 5 TB12F 99-137 3550 225
1250 5 TD12F 82-148 2950 225
1250 5 TD12F 125-191 3550 225
1250 6 TD15F 62-100 2350 225
1250 6 TD15F 70-123 2600 225
1250 6 TD15F 84-150 2800 225
1250 6 TD15F 93-164 2950 225
1250 6 TD15F 137-191 3550 225
1250 8 TD20E 96-174 2800 305
1250 8 TD20E 108-196 2950 305
1250 6 TE15D 50-81 1760 225
1250 6 TE15E 59-74 1760 225
1250 6 TF15E 81-142 1760 362.50
1250 6 TF15E 97-166 1900 362.50
1250 6 TF15E 122-203 2100 362.50
1250 6 TF15E 134-225 2200 362.50
1250 6 TF15E 148-246 2300 362.50
1250 6 TF15E 155-246 2350 362.50
1250 8x6 TB15E 112-150 3550 225
1250 8x6 TB15F 95-143 3550 225
1250 8x6 TF15G 60-128 1760 363
1250 8x6 TD15G 98-135 2600 441
1250 8x6 TD15G 116-156 2800 441
1250 8x6 TD15G 133-184 3000 441
1250 8x6 TD15G 194-264 3550 441
1500 8x6 TD15G 92-128 2600 441
1500 8x6 TD15G 108-147 2800 441
1500 8x6 TD15G 125-175 3000 441
1500 8x6 TD15G 185-256 3550 441
1500 8 by 6 TF15H 80-162 1760 363
1500 8 by 6 TE15G 68-108 1760 225
1500 8x6 TB15E 108-142 3550 225
1500 8x6 TB15F 91-136 3550 225
1500 6 TD15F 57-94 2370 225
1500 6 TD15F 64-116 2600 225
1500 6 TD15F 78-144 2800 225
1500 6 TD15F 88-157 2950 225
1500 6 TD15F 133-187 3550 225
1500 8 TD20D 47-60 1760 305
1500 8 TD20D 110-179 2800 305
1500 8 TD20E 41-55 1760 305
1500 8 TD20E 45-87 2100 305
1500 8 TD20E 72-112 2350 305
1500 8 TD20E 91-169 2800 305
1500 8 TD20E 105-190 2950 305
1500 8 TD20E 154-202 3550 305
1500 6 TE15D 67-76 1760 225
1500 6 TF15E 108-136 1760 362.5
1500 6 TF15E 115-162 1900 362.5
1500 6 TF15E 116-199 2100 362.5
1500 6 TF15E 128-220 2200 362.5
1500 6 TF15E 143-241 2300 362.5
1500 6 TF15E 151-243 2350 362.5
1500 8 by 6 TF15G 85-120 1760 363
1500 10x8 TF20F 81-140 1760 235
1500 10x8 TF20G 71-138 1780 235
1500 8x6 TX15F 225-330 2950 478
2000 10 by 8 TF20J 107-149 1760 235
2000 8 by 6 TF15H 105-150 1760 363
2000 8 by 6 TE15G 65-103 1760 225
2000 10 X 8 TE20D 114-160 2350 260
2000 10 X 8 TE20D 89-125 2100 260
2000 10 X 8 TE20D 62-81 1760 260
2000 10 X 8 TE20A 50-94 1760 260
2000 8 TD20D 58-82 2100 305
2000 8 TD20D 56-108 2370 305
2000 8 TD20D 73-138 2605 305
2000 8 TD20D 104-174 2800 305
2000 8 TD20D 97-197 2960 305
2000 8 TD20E 63-101 2390 305
2000 8 TD20E 69-130 2600 305
2000 8 TD20E 84-159 2800 305
2000 8 TD20E 95-179 2950 305
2000 8 TD20E 147-196 3550 305
2000 10x8 TF20D 94-150 1760 235
2000 10x8 TF20E 80-142 1760 235
2000 10x8 TF20F 77-133 1760 235
2000 10x8 TF20G 65-127 1780 235
2000 10x8 TF20G 113-174 2100 300
2000 10x8 BS08BT 145-222 1760 355
2000 10x8 BS08BT 98-152 1480 355
2000 10x8 BS08AT 90-165 1480 355
2000 8 BS08B 100-148 1475 330
2000 8 BS08B 143-210 1750 330
2000 10x10 TD25A 41-72 1760 232
2500 10 by 8 TF20J 100-141 1760 235
2500 12 x 10 BT10D 195-265 1480 362
2500 12 x 10 BT10DL 163-260 1480 363
2500 10x10 TD25A 46-68 1760 232
2500 12 X 10 TE25D 82-146 2100 250
2500 10 X 8 TE20D 108-153 2350 260
2500 10 X 8 TE20D 83-117 2100 260
2500 10 X 8 TE20A 75-89 1760 260
2500 8 TD20D 95-164 2800 305
2500 8 TD20D 102-188 2960 305
2500 10x8 TF20D 87-146 1760 235
2500 10x8 TF20E 75-134 1760 235
2500 10x8 TF20F 76-123 1760 235
2500 10x8 TF20G 104-160 2100 300
2500 8 BS08B 137-205 1750 330
2500 8 BS08C 138-167 1475 270
2500 12 TE25A 73-114 1760 232
2500 10 x 8 TF20K 115-181 1900 355
2500 10 x 8 TF20K 145-222 2100 355
2500 10x8 BS08CT 210-252 1760 355
2500 10x8 BS08CT 136-171 1480 355
2500 10x8 BS08BT 139-219 1760 355
2500 10x8 BS08BT 101-146 1480 355
2500 10x8 BS08AT 85-163 1480 355
3000 12 x 10 BT10D 187-256 1480 362
3000 12 x 10 BT10DL 156-252 1480 362
3000 12 X 10 TE25D 80-142 2100 250
3000 12 X 10 BS10E 128-220 1900 326
3000 12 X 10 BS10E 108-187 1760 326
3000 12x10 BS10ET 71-121 1480 318
3000 12x10 BS10ET 94 1480 318
3000 12x10 BS10ET 105-179 1760 318
3000 12x10 BS10ET 137 1760 318
3000 12x10 BS10ET 125-212 1900 318
3000 12x10 BS10ET 161 1900 318
3000 10 X 8 TE20D 100-144 2350 260
3000 12 TE25A 69-111 1760 232
3000 10x8 TF20D 82-138 1760 235
3000 8 BS08C 130-162 1475 270
3000 16x12 BR12D 108-165 1780 273
3000 16x12 BR12CT 97-128 1480 270
3000 16x12 BR12CT 141-183 1780 270
3000 16x12 BR12DT 73-114 1480 270
3000 10x8 BS08CT 130-169 1480 355
3000 16x12 BR12DT 106-166 1780 270
3000 12 X 10 TQ25B 94-182 1760 362
3000 12 X 10 TQ25B 112-213 1900 362
3500 12 X 10 TQ25B 90-178 1760 362
3500 12 X 10 TQ25B 108-209 1900 362
3500 12 X 10 TE25D 77-137 2100 250
3500 12 X 10 BS10E 124-214 1900 326
3500 12 X 10 BS10E 104-181 1760 326
3500 12x10 BS10ET 67-115 1480 318
3500 12x10 BS10ET 90 1480 318
3500 12x10 BS10ET 102-173 1760 318
3500 12x10 BS10ET 134 1760 318
3500 12x10 BS10ET 121-205 1900 318
3500 12x10 BS10ET 158 1900 318
3500 16 x 12 BS12A 135-202 1490 290
3500 16x12 BR12D 105-163 1780 273
3500 12 x 10 BT10D 178-247 1480 362
3500 12 x 10 BT10DL 150-244 1480 362
3500 16 x 12 BR12CT 96-127 1480 270
3500 16 x 12 BR12CT 140-182 1780 270
3500 16 x 12 BR12DT 70-112 1480 270
3500 16 x 12 BR12DT 106-165 1780 270
3500 16x12 BS12AT 192-289 1760 440
3500 16x12 BS12AT 135-199 1480 440
4000 12 X 10 BS10E 118-208 1900 326
4000 12 X 10 BS10E 127-173 1760 326
4000 12x10 BS10ET 85 1480 318
4000 12x10 BS10ET 97-166 1760 318
4000 12x10 BS10ET 129 1760 318
4000 12x10 BS10ET 116-197 1900 318
4000 12x10 BS10ET 153 1900 318
4000 16 x 12 BS12A 131-199 1490 290
4000 16x12 BR12D 102-161 1780 273
4000 12 x 10 BT10D 168-237 1480 362
4000 12 x 10 BT10DL 142-234 1480 362
4000 16 x 12 BR12CT 94-125 1480 270
4000 16 x 12 BR12CT 139-181 1780 270
4000 16 x 12 BR12DT 67-109 1480 270
4000 16 x 12 BR12DT 103-162 1780 270
4000 16x12 BS12AT 190-287 1760 440
4000 16x12 BS12AT 131-198 1480 440
4500 16 x 12 BS12A 126-196 1490 290
4500 16x12 BR12D 99-158 1780 273
4500 16x12 BR12CT 92-124 1480 270
4500 16x12 BR12CT 137-179 1780 270
4500 16x12 BR12DT 64-107 1480 270
4500 16x12 BR12DT 100-159 1780 270
4500 16x12 BS12AT 188-284 1760 440
4500 16x12 BS12AT 126-195 1480 440
5000 16 x 12 BS12A 122-193 1490 290
5000 16x12 BR12D 95-154 1780 273
5000 16x12 BR12DT 96-155 1780 270
5000 16x12 BS12AT 184-282 1760 440
5000 16x12 BS12AT 120-195 1480 440
5000 16x12 BR12CT 148-174 1760 270
Fire pumps, multistage

Rated Net

Max Working
Rated Capacity

Head Pressure
Approx Speed
Pressure
(gpm) Size (in.) Model Dsg No. of Stages Range psi (rpm) (psi)
500 5 TY12D 2 145-191 1760 450
500 5 TY12D 2 173-223 1900 450
500 5 TY12D 2 214-276 2100 450
500 5 TY12D 2 260-334 2300 450
500 5 TY12D 2 273-350 2350 450
500 5 TX12D 2 256-330 2950 450
500 6 TX15E 2 277-370 2950 478
500 6 TY15E 2 300-375 2350 478
500 6 TY15E 2 288-360 2300 478
500 6 TY15E 2 240-298 2100 478
500 6 TY15E 2 195-242 1900 478
500 6 TY15E 2 171-210 1760 478
500 6 TX15F 2 283-378 2950 478
750 5 TY12D 2 163-200 1900 450
750 5 TY12D 2 190-250 2100 450
750 5 TY12D 2 240-312 2300 450
750 5 TY12D 2 250-328 2350 450
750 5 TX12D 2 230-300 2950 450
750 6 TX15E 2 268-360 2950 478
750 6 TY15E 2 296-370 2350 478
750 6 TY15E 2 284-353 2300 478
750 6 TY15E 2 235-294 2100 478
750 6 TY15E 2 190-237 1900 478
750 6 TY15E 2 166-205 1760 478
750 6 TX15F 2 276-370 2950 478
1000 10 x 8 BM08DT 2 126-223 1480 441
1000 6 TX15E 2 254-346 2950 478
1000 6 TY15E 2 291-361 2350 478
1000 6 TY15E 2 278-345 2300 478
1000 6 TY15E 2 227-285 2100 478
1000 6 TY15E 2 181-230 1900 478
1000 6 TY15E 2 155-196 1760 478
1000 6 TX15F 2 268-361 2950 478
1250 10 x 8 BM08DT 2 185-316 1760 441
1250 10 x 8 BM08DT 2 121-221 1480 441
1250 6 TX15E 2 275-329 2950 478
1250 6 TY15E 2 278-347 2350 478
1250 6 TY15E 2 265-331 2300 478
1250 6 TY15E 2 214-274 2100 478
1250 6 TY15E 2 170-215 1900 478
1250 6 TX15F 2 246-348 2950 478
1500 10 x 8 BM08DT 2 175-313 1760 441
1500 10 x 8 BM08DT 2 115-218 1480 441
A suffix "H" is added to the model designations given above for installations with high inlet pressure but in no case shall the maximum allowable
discharge values given above be exceeded.
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Approval Standard
for
Centrifugal Fire Pumps
Split-Case Type
(Axial or Radial)
Class Number 1311
August 2007
©2007 FM Approvals LLC. All rights reserved.

Foreword
The FM Approvals certification mark is intended to verify that the products and services described
will meet FM Approvals’ stated conditions of performance, safety and quality useful to the ends of
property conservation. The purpose of Approval Standards is to present the criteria for FM Approval
of various types of products and services, as guidance for FM Approvals personnel, manufacturers,
users and authorities having jurisdiction.
Products submitted for certification by FM Approvals shall demonstrate that they meet the intent of
the Approval Standard, and that quality control in manufacturing shall ensure a consistently uniform
and reliable product. Approval Standards strive to be performance-oriented. They are intended to
facilitate technological development.
For examining equipment, materials and services, Approval Standards:
a) must be useful to the ends of property conservation by preventing, limiting or not

causing damage under the conditions stated by the Approval listing; and
b) must be readily identifiable.
Continuance of Approval and listing depends on compliance with the Approval Agreement,
satisfactory performance in the field, on successful re-examinations of equipment, materials, and
services as appropriate, and on periodic follow-up audits of the manufacturing facility.
FM Approvals LLC reserves the right in its sole judgment to change or revise its standards, criteria,
methods, or procedures.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Scope ................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.3 Basis for Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.4 Basis for Approval............................................................................................................................................... 2
1.5 Basis for Continued Approval ............................................................................................................................. 2
1.6 Effective Date...................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.7 System of Units ................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.8 Applicable Documents ........................................................................................................................................ 3
1.9 Definitions........................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. GENERAL INFORMATION................................................................................................................................ 6
2.1 Product Information ............................................................................................................................................ 6
2.2 Approval Application Requirements ................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 Requirements for Samples for Examination........................................................................................................ 7
3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Review of Documentation................................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Physical or Structural Features ............................................................................................................................ 7
3.2.1 Pump........................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.2.2 Pump Package ............................................................................................................................................ 7
3.2.3 Pump Casing............................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.4 Water Passages ........................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.5 Impeller ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.6 Shaft ........................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.2.7 Shaft Seals .................................................................................................................................................. 9
3.2.8 Bearings.................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.9 Coupling ................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.10 Baseplate (Vertically Mounted Pumps Only)........................................................................................... 11
3.2.11 Circulation Relief Valve........................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Materials............................................................................................................................................................ 12
3.4 Markings............................................................................................................................................................ 12
3.5 Manufacturer's Installation and Operation Instructions..................................................................................... 13
3.6 Calibration......................................................................................................................................................... 13
3.7 Tolerances ......................................................................................................................................................... 13
4. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Design and Calculation Review ........................................................................................................................ 14
4.2 Performance ...................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.3 Suction Lift........................................................................................................................................................ 15
4.4 Flange and Gasket Tightness............................................................................................................................. 15
4.5 Hydrostatic Strength.......................................................................................................................................... 16
4.6 Endurance Test (Vertically Mounted Pumps Only) .......................................................................................... 16
4.7 One Hour Test (Mechanical Seal Pumps Only) ................................................................................................ 16
4.8 Test Procedure................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.9 Additional Tests ................................................................................................................................................ 17
5. OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Demonstrated Quality Control Program............................................................................................................ 17
5.2 Facilities and Procedures Audit (F&PA)........................................................................................................... 19
5.3 Manufacturer's Responsibilities......................................................................................................................... 19
5.4 Manufacturing and Production Tests................................................................................................................. 20
5.4.1 Test Requirement No. 1 - Performance Test ............................................................................................ 20
5.4.2 Test Requirement No. 2 - Leakage Test ................................................................................................... 20
APPENDIX A: Units of Measurement...................................................................................................................... 21
APPENDIX B: FM Approvals Certification Marks ................................................................................................ 22
APPENDIX C: Test Procedures ................................................................................................................................ 24
C.1 Capacity Measurements .................................................................................................................................... 24
C.1.1 Weight ...................................................................................................................................................... 24
C.1.2 Volume ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
C.1.3 Venturi...................................................................................................................................................... 24
C.1.4 Nozzles ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
C.1.5 Orifice Plate.............................................................................................................................................. 25
C.1.6 Weir.......................................................................................................................................................... 25
C.1.7 Electromagnetic Flow Meters................................................................................................................... 26
C.2 Head Measurements .......................................................................................................................................... 26
C.3 Power Measurements ........................................................................................................................................ 26
C.4 Speed Measurement .......................................................................................................................................... 27
C.5 Time Measurement............................................................................................................................................ 27
APPENDIX D: Fire Pump Unit (Packages).............................................................................................................. 28
APPENDIX E: Tolerance........................................................................................................................................... 29
APPENDIX F: Figures ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Figure F-1. Axial Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pump (Shown with Mechanical Seals).............................................. 30
Figure F-2. Radial Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pumps (Shown with Mechanical Seals)........................................... 31
APPENDIX G: Sample Listing.................................................................................................................................. 32
August 2007 1311
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose
1.1.1 This standard states Approval criteria for horizontal (axial) or vertical (radial), split-case type,
centrifugal fire pumps that supply water to fire protection systems. These pumps must be available for
many years to operate reliably at rated capacities and pressures during emergency fire incidents,
despite being idle for extended periods.
1.1.2 Approval criteria may include, but are not limited to, performance requirements, marking
requirements, examination of manufacturing facility(ies), audit of quality assurance procedures, and a
follow-up program.
1.2 Scope
1.2.1 This standard encompasses the design and performance requirements for horizontal (axial) or vertical
(radial), split-case type, centrifugal fire pumps for use in fire protection systems. Approval is limited
to horizontal (axial) or vertical (radial), split-case type, centrifugal pumps which have a rated pressure
of at least 40 psi (275 kPa). In cases where metric sized centrifugal fire pumps are to be examined for
Approval, test criteria comparable to the United States equivalent size shall be used.
1.2.2 This standard encompasses the requirements for single and multistage split-case fire pumps.
1.2.3 Requirements for other types of centrifugal fire pumps are detailed in the following Approval
Standards:
Class Pump Type

1312 Vertical Shaft Turbine Type
1319 Horizontal End-Suction Type
1370 Vertical Turbine Barrel Type
1371 In-Line Type
1.2.4 Requirements for other major components in the pump package are detailed in the following Approval
Standards:
Class Equipment
1046 Fire Pump Flowmeter Systems
1321/1323 Controllers for Electric Motor Driven and Diesel
Engine Driven Fire Pumps
1333 Diesel Engine Fire Pump Drivers
1359 Trim Water Pressure Relief Valves
2311 Pressure Gauges for Fire Protection Systems
1.2.5 Approval Standards are intended to verify that the product described will meet stated conditions of
performance, safety, and quality useful to the ends of property conservation.
1.3 Basis for Requirements
1.3.1 The requirements of this Standard are based on experience, research and testing, and/or the standards
of other organizations. The advice of manufacturers, users, trade associations, jurisdictions and/or loss
control specialists was also considered.
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1.3.2 The requirements of this Standard reflect tests and practices used to examine characteristics of
horizontal (axial) or vertical (radial), split-case type, centrifugal fire pumps for the purpose of
obtaining Approval. Horizontal (axial) or vertical (radial), split-case type, centrifugal fire pumps
having characteristics not anticipated by this Standard may be FM Approved if performance equal, or
superior, to that required by this Standard is demonstrated, or if the intent of the Standard is met.
Alternatively, horizontal (axial) or vertical (radial), split-case type, centrifugal fire pumps which meet
all of the requirements identified in this Standard may not be FM Approved if other conditions which
adversely affect performance exist or if the intent of this Standard is not met.
1.4 Basis for Approval
Approval is based upon satisfactory evaluation of the product and the manufacturer in the following major
areas:
1.4.1 Examination and tests on production samples shall be performed to evaluate
• The suitability of the product

• The performance of the product as specified by the manufacturer and required by FM Approvals;
and as far as practical,
• The durability and reliability of the product.
1.4.2 An initial Facilities and Procedures Audit shall be conducted to evaluate the manufacturer's ability to
consistently produce the product that was examined and tested as part of the Approval examination.
The audit shall review the facility and in-place quality control procedures used in the manufacture of
the product. Typically, areas of review are incoming inspection, work in progress, production testing,
final quality control, marking, calibration of equipment, shipping procedures, and document and
drawing control. These examinations are repeated as part of FM Approval’s product follow-up
program. (Refer to Section 5.2, Facility and Procedures Audit.)
1.5 Basis for Continued Approval
1.5.1 Continued Approval is based upon:
• Production or availability of the product as currently FM Approved;

• The continued use of acceptable quality assurance procedures;
• Satisfactory field experience;
• Compliance with the terms stipulated in the Master Agreement;
• Satisfactory re-examination of production samples for continued conformity to requirements; and
• Satisfactory Facilities and Procedures Audits (F&PAs) conducted as part of FM Approvals’
product follow-up program.
1.5.2 Also, as a condition of retaining Approval, manufacturers may not change an FM Approved product or
service without prior authorization by FM Approvals. (Refer to Section 5.1.3 for further details
regarding changes.)
1.6 Effective Date
The effective date of an Approval standard mandates that all products tested for Approval after the effective
date shall satisfy the requirements of that standard. Products FM Approved under a previous edition shall
comply with the new version by the effective date or forfeit Approval.
The effective date of this Standard is (August 31, 2008) for full compliance with all requirements.
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1.7 System of Units
Units of measurement used in this Standard are United States (U.S.) customary units. These are followed by
their arithmetic equivalents in International System (SI) units, enclosed in parentheses. The first value stated
shall be regarded as the requirement. The converted equivalent value may be approximate. Appendix A lists the
selected units and conversions to SI units for measures appearing in this standard. Conversion of U.S.
customary units is in accordance with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)/American
Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) SI 10-2002, American National Standard for Use of the International
System of Units (SI): The Modern Metric System. One unit of measurement (Liter), outside of, but recognized
by SI, is commonly used in international fire protection and is used in this standard.
1.8 Applicable Documents
The following standards, test methods, and practices are referenced in this standard or beneficial in
understanding this standard.
ANSI/Hydraulics Institute (HI), ANSI/HI 1.1-1.2 (M101) - 2000, Centrifugal Nomenclature

ANSI/HI 1.3 (M102) - 2000, Centrifugal Applications
ANSI/HI 1.4 (M103) - 2000, Centrifugal Operations
ANSI/HI 1.6 (M104) - 2000, Centrifugal Tests
ANSI/HI 3.1-3.5 (M109) - 2000, American National Standard for Rotary Pumps for Nomenclature,
Definitions, Applications, and Operation
ANSI/HI 3.6 (M110) - 2000, American National Standard for Rotary Pump Tests
ANSI/HI 4.1-4.6 (M111) - 2000, American National Standard for Sealless Rotary Pumps for
Nomenclature, Definitions, Applications, and Operations
American Petroleum Institute (API) Standard 682/ISO 21049 - Pumps—Shaft Sealing Systems for
Centrifugal and Rotary Pumps
FM Approvals’ Approval Standards
FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 2-81, January 2006, Fire Safety Inspections and Sprinkler
System Maintenance
FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 3-7N, September 2001, Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection
IEEE/ASTM SI 10-2002, American National Standard for Use of the International System of Units (SI):
The Modern Metric System
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) NFPA 20, 2007, Standard for the Installation of Stationary
Pumps for Fire Protection
NFPA 25, 2002, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection
Systems
1.9 Definitions
For purposes of this standard, the following terms apply:
Accepted
This term refers to installations acceptable to the authority enforcing the applicable installation rules. When
the authority is FM Global, such locations are termed “FM Global Accepted.” Acceptance is based upon an
overall evaluation of the installation. Factors other than the use of FM Approved equipment impact upon
the decision to accept, or not to accept. Acceptance is not a characteristic of a product. A product accepted
for one installation may not be acceptable elsewhere. (Contrast with FM Approved.)
Axial Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pump

A pump with the shaft in a horizontal position, with a housing which is split in a horizontal plane through
the shaft centerline for easy maintenance and in which the pressure is developed by the action of
centrifugal force. The term horizontal split-case is also used.
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Corrosion Resistant
Having resistance to corrosion equal to or exceeding that of bronze alloy having a minimum copper
content of 80 percent, or is of Series 300 Stainless Steel construction.
Design Working Pressure

The maximum pressure for which a pump component is designed. This pressure is equal to or greater than
the maximum pressure developed by the pump at shut off or churn conditions with the largest impeller
available, plus the maximum suction pressure for the pump.
Efficiency
The ratio of the energy delivered by the pump to the energy supplied to the pump shaft (liquid power
divided by applied power).
Enclosed Impeller
An impeller in which the pumped liquid is confined by the sidewalls (shrouds) and vanes of the impeller.
FM Approvals Certification Mark

The FM Approvals Certification Mark is detailed in Appendix B. Their use is mandatory on all units of
FM Approved split-case pumps. These registered marks cannot be used except as authorized by FM
Approvals via the granting of Approval to a specific product.
FM Approved
This term refers to products FM Approved by FM Approvals. Such products are listed in the Approval
Guide, a publication of FM Approvals, issued three times per year. All products so listed have been
successfully examined by FM Approvals, and their manufacturers have signed and returned a Master
Agreement to FM Approvals. These forms obligate the manufacturer to allow re-examination of the
product and audit of facilities and procedures at FM Approval’s discretion. It further requires the
manufacturer not to deviate from the FM Approved configuration of the product without review by and
agreement of FM Approvals.
Maximum Power
The greatest speed-corrected power required to drive the pump at rated speed and at any point along its
characteristic curve, and through the pumps total run out condition. This is determined under conditions of
increasing positive suction head.
Mechanical Seals
A sealing device which forms a running seal between the rotating and stationary components. They may be
used in place of compression (soft) packing. All mechanical seals are constructed of three basic sets of
parts:
• A set of primary seal faces: one rotary and one stationary

• A set of secondary seals known as shaft packings and insert mountings such as 0-rings, wedges and V-
rings
• Mechanical seal hardware including gland rings, collars, compression rings, pins, springs and bellows
The primary seal is achieved by two very flat, lapped faces perpendicular to the shaft. The rubbing contact
between these two flat mating surfaces minimizes leakage. One face is held stationary in a housing and the
other face is fixed to, and rotates with, the shaft. Dissimilar materials are usually used for the stationary
insert and the rotating seal ring face in order to prevent adhesion of the two faces.
Cartridge Seal Type

This type of mechanical seal is a completely self-contained unit (including stationary and rotating seal
faces, gland sleeve, mating ring, etc.) which is pre-assembled and preset before installation. The
cartridge mechanical seal is a complete seal assembly which is manufactured, assembled and
calibrated by the mechanical seal manufacturer.
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Component Type
This type of mechanical seal is assembled from the individual components directly onto the shaft. The
components usually consist of a rotating unit with a mating face which is in contact with a stationary
unit. The rotating unit seals in two places, at the interface between the rotating face and stationary and
between the shaft and the seal body. The stationary unit seals against the pump body.
Split Seal Type

This type of mechanical seal has its primary sealing elements and other components split. The seal can
be mounted on a pump with out removing the impeller.
Multiple Stage Pumps

Horizontal split-case, centrifugal fire pumps with more than one impeller on the same shaft. The number of
stages is determined by the number of impellers.
Radial Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pumps

Radial split-case centrifugal fire pumps are pumps with the shaft in a horizontal position, with a housing
which is split in a plane perpendicular to the axis of rotation. The term vertically split is also used.
Rated Capacity
Capacity in gallons per minute - gal/min (liter/min - L/min), at rated pressure and speed.
Rated Pressure
Pressure in pounds per square inch - psi (kilopascals -kPa) developed by the pump when operating at rated
capacity and speed.
Shutoff or Churn Pressure

The net pressure in psi (kPa) developed by the pump at rated speed with zero flow.
Single Stage Pump

A pump in which the total head is developed by one impeller.
Stuffing Box Packing

Typically an arrangement consisting of rings of packing, a lantern ring for the injection of a lubricating
and/or flushing liquid, and a gland to hold the packing and maintain the desired compression for a proper
seal. The function of packing is to control leakage it is not intended to eliminate it completely. The packing
is lubricated by the pumped liquid. The lantern ring is supplied for situations where the stuffing box
pressure is below atmospheric pressure, to inject lubrication into the stuffing box by the use of a bypass
line from the pump discharge to the lantern ring connection.
Total Discharge Head

The gauge reading in psi (kPa) at the discharge flange of the pump, referred to the pump centerline, plus
the velocity head at the point of gauge attachment.
Total Suction Head

The condition when the suction pressure is above atmospheric. The total suction head is the algebraic sum
of the gauge reading in psi (kPa) at the pump suction flange, referred to the pump centerline, and the
velocity head at the point of gauge attachment. Also called “positive suction pressure.”
Total Suction Lift

The condition when suction pressure is below atmospheric. The total suction lift is the algebraic sum of the
gauge reading in psi (kPa) at the suction flange of the pump, referred to the pump centerline, and the
velocity head at the point of gauge attachment.
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Total Head
The algebraic difference between the total discharge head and the total suction head. Where suction head
exists, total head equals total discharge head minus total suction head. Where suction lift exists, total head
equals total discharge head plus total suction lift.
Vertical Mounted Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pump

A pump with the shaft in a vertical position, with a housing which is split parallel to the shaft for easy
maintenance and in which the pressure is developed by the action of centrifugal force.
2. GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Product Information
2.1.1 Pumps covered by this standard include those designed for one of the following capacities: 25, 50,
100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 400, 450, 500, 750, 1000, 1250, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000, 3500, 4000, 4500,
5000 gal/min (95, 190, 380, 570, 755, 945, 1135, 1515, 1705, 1895, 2840, 3785, 4730, 5680, 7570,
9465, 11 355, 13 250, 15 140, 17 035, 18 925 L/min) or larger. Pumps designed for other rated
capacities shall be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
2.1.2 Pumps shall have a minimum rated pressure of at least 40 psi (275 kPa).
2.1.3 In order to meet the intent of this Standard, split-case type, centrifugal fire pumps must be examined
on a model-by-model, type-by-type, manufacturer-by-manufacturer, and plant-by-plant basis. This is
predicated on the basis that identical designs, fabricated in identical materials by different
manufacturers or, even by different plants of the same manufacturer, have been seen to perform
differently in testing. Sample fire pumps, selected in conformance to this criterion, shall satisfy all of
the requirements of this Standard.
2.2 Approval Application Requirements
To apply for an Approval examination the manufacturer, or its authorized representative, should submit a
request to:
Hydraulics Group Manager

FM Approvals Hydraulics Laboratory
743A Reynolds Road
West Glocester, RI 02814 U.S.A.
The manufacturer shall provide the following preliminary information with any request for Approval
consideration:
• A complete list of all models, types, sizes, and options for the products or services being submitted for
Approval consideration;
• Anticipated pump performance, including total head, power requirements, and efficiency versus flow
characteristics. If different impellers or a range of impellers are used to obtain the rated head range for the
pump being examined, complete details shall be provided concerning the range of performance
specifications to be evaluated;
• Calculations to determine shaft size, casing bolt size, and anti-friction bearing life;
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• If mechanical seals are provided, all sizing and design information shall be submitted for evaluation, (See
Section 3.2.7)
• General assembly drawings (showing the pump and attachments), one complete set of manufacturing
drawings, materials list(s) and physical property specifications, anticipated marking format, brochures,
sales literature, specification sheets, installation, operation and maintenance procedures;
• The number and location of manufacturing facilities and,
• All documents shall identify the manufacturer's name, document number or other form of reference, title,
date of last revision, and revision level. All foreign language documents shall be provided with English
translation.
2.3 Requirements for Samples for Examination
Following set-up and authorization of an Approval examination, the manufacturer shall submit samples for
examination and testing. Sample requirements are to be determined by FM Approvals following review of the
preliminary information. Sample requirements may vary depending on design features, results of prior testing,
and results of the foregoing tests. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to submit samples representative of
production. Any decision to use data generated utilizing prototypes is at the discretion of FM Approvals. The
manufacturer shall provide the test facilities, which are required to evaluate the split-case type, centrifugal fire
pumps.
3. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Review of Documentation
During the initial investigation and prior to physical testing, the manufacturer's specifications, technical data
sheets, and design details shall be reviewed to assess the ease and practicality of installation and use. The
product shall be capable of being used within the limits of the Approval investigation.
3.2 Physical or Structural Features
3.2.1 Pump
Pumps shall be designed for rated capacities equal to or greater than 25 gal/min (95 L/min). Rated
pump pressures shall be at least 40 psi (275 kPa). Castings shall be free of defects which could make
them unfit for their intended use. Flange dimensions, bolt layouts, and threaded openings used in pipe
connections shall conform to a recognized national or international standard. Two or more pump
ratings may be assigned to a single characteristic curve; however, the maximum power requirements
used in selecting a driver shall be based on the highest power requirement, regardless of where it
occurs on the entire characteristic curve.
3.2.2 Pump Package
The manufacturer of the pump shall be able to supply the necessary pump accessories (See Appendix
D) to provide a complete pump installation, as detailed in FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data
Sheets. The pump manufacturer shall be held accountable for the complete pump package (as detailed
in Appendix D), and satisfactory performance of the “Field Acceptance Test” for any pump bearing
the FM Approvals Certification Mark. This accountability only includes proper operation and sizing of
the pump and the accessories listed in Appendix D, the pump manufacturer shall not be held
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accountable for items supplied by others that affect the pump performance, (i.e. wrong piping,
insufficient air intake for the pump room, etc.).
This responsibility may be delegated to an authorized agent of the pump manufacturer. This delegation
does not relieve the pump manufacturer of their accountability and responsibility for the satisfactory
performance of the complete pump package. Delegation to an authorized agent shall be accompanied
by a set of assembly construction details from the pump manufacturer and a FM Approvals facilities
and procedures audit shall be periodically conducted at the authorized agent’s facility to ensure that
the manufacturer’s instructions are being followed. The authorized agent shall assemble the complete
pump package; they shall not sell or release a bare-shafted pump. If the assembly construction details
are provided by the authorized agent they shall be signed off (stamped, etc.) by the pump
manufacturer.
3.2.3 Pump Casing
The pump casing shall be designed to permit examination and removal of impellers and other interior
parts without disturbing suction or discharge piping. A drain opening(s) shall be provided so that all
parts of the pump casing can be drained. The opening shall be threaded to receive a corrosion resistant
pipe plug at least 1/2 in. nominal size. Renewable casing wearing rings shall be provided. Impeller
wear rings may be provided, as an option.
3.2.4 Water Passages
All water passages shall be designed to minimize the possibility of foreign materials becoming lodged
in them. The minimum width of these passages at the periphery or at any point within the impeller
shall be at least 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) for pumps rated 500 gal/min (1895 L/min) and larger. Passages in
pumps having rated capacities of 100 to less than 500 gal/min (380 to less than 1895 L/min) shall be at
least 3/8 in. (9.5 mm). Passages in pumps having rated capacities less than 100 gal/min (380 L/min)
shall be at least 1/4 in. (6.3 mm).
3.2.5 Impeller
Impellers shall be securely attached in a radial direction to the pump shaft. No impeller shall contact
the casing under normal operating conditions. Impellers shall be the closed type. All impellers shall be
dynamically balanced. Calculations shall be provided to show that the impeller will not come into
contact with the casing at any point on the characteristic curve, including shut-off.
3.2.6 Shaft
Shafts shall be of adequate size and strength to successfully transmit the torques encountered in
starting and during operation while supporting the impeller and other rotating parts.
In order to safeguard against shaft failure, the maximum torsional shearing stress, as calculated by the
formula below, shall not exceed 30 percent of the elastic limit in tension and 18 percent of the ultimate
tensile strength of the shaft material. For shafts with keyways, a further 25 percent reduction is
required.
Renewable shaft sleeves shall be provided to adequately safeguard the shaft against wear, erosion, and
corrosion. Shaft sleeves shall be of a hard bronze or other corrosion resistant material.
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Maximum Torsional Shearing Stress:
English Metric
3.21 × 10 × P
5
4.86 × 1010 × P
Ss = Ss =
n× d3 n× d3
Where: Ss - Torsional Shear Stress, psi (kPa)

P- Maximum Input Power demand, hp (kW)
n- Rated Speed, r/min
d- Shaft diameter, in. (mm)
3.2.7 Shaft Seals
3.2.7.1 The shaft seal, soft packing or mechanical seal, shall adequately safeguard against excessive
water leakage out of the pump when suction pressure is above atmospheric, and prevent air
leakage into the pump when the suction pressure is below atmospheric. Systems shall be
designed so that suction pressure is always positive.
3.2.7.2 Mechanical Seals
Use of mechanical seals is restricted to those applications where only clean water is pumped.
Clean water shall be free of debris and particles in suspension liable to cause accumulations
in the system piping. Water with excessive contaminants can cause accumulations, adhesion,
clogging or abrasion which can adversely affect the performance of mechanical seals. Suction
supplies shall not be from open bodies of water, e.g., retention ponds, lakes or rivers. The
pump shall operate with positive pressure conditions at the pump inlet at all times. Additional
information on installation requirements for pumps can be found in FM Global Property Loss
Prevention Data Sheets 3-7N, Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection. Mechanical seals shall
not be used in vertically mounted split-case pumps.
Mechanical seals shall be tested in each pump model; it does not necessarily follow that
acceptance of a mechanical seal for one model of pump translates to acceptance for other
pump models, even by the same manufacturer. The pump assembly is FM Approved; not the
mechanical seal.
Spare parts meeting all the material and design requirements of the new seal shall be supplied
by the pump manufacturer and stored on site, and shall include at a minimum: the sealing
faces, springs, elastomers, gaskets, and fasteners. Spare parts boxes shall be clearly marked
with the shelf life, if applicable.
Complete detailed instructions for the removal and replacement of the mechanical seals shall
be included in the manufacturer’s maintenance, operation and installation instructions. Prior
to shipment of the pump, the manufacturer shall document that the pump’s suction supply is
not be from open bodies of water and is free of debris and particles in suspension liable to
cause accumulations in the system piping.
Mechanical Seals shall meet all the following design requirements:
3.2.7.2.1 Mechanical seals of the component, cartridge, and split types shall be
acceptable.
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3.2.7.2.2 Seals shall be designed by the seal manufacturer and shall be used in strict
accordance with the seal manufacturer’s specifications for pressure; peripheral
velocity; seal face squareness; seal chamber concentricity; and shaft deflection
and alignment. The seals shall be suitably matched to the pump characteristics.
3.2.7.2.3 The seal shall be suitable for the vacuum level which may be experienced
during startup to prevent air from leaking into the system. This shall be verified
during Suction Lift testing. Seal faces shall be mechanically loaded to prevent
leakage when the pump is not running.
3.2.7.2.4 Hydraulically balanced seals shall be used to reduce heat generation and face
wear.
3.2.7.2.5 A secondary containment element, such as a segmented floating bushing, shall

be used behind the seal faces of the mechanical seal. The secondary
containment element shall prevent flow of water towards the motor, and allow
pumping pressure to develop in the event of mechanical seal failure.
3.2.7.2.6 Primary sealing faces shall be either:
• Resin impregnated carbon graphite on silicon carbide or tungsten carbide,

or
• Silicon carbide on silicon carbide
• Other material combinations with equivalent or superior wearing properties
shall be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
The sealing surfaces shall be of such flatness as to allow pumps to remain

visibly leak-free at the seals through all phases of testing.
3.2.7.2.7 Secondary sealing elastomers shall be ethylene-propylene or fluorocarbon

rubbers or of materials equivalent to or superior to the properties of these
materials.
3.2.7.2.8 Glands, drive holder, segmented bushing, and miscellaneous parts shall be made
of corrosion resistant materials equivalent to or greater than 304 stainless steel.
3.2.7.2.9 Seal loading springs shall either be isolated from the pumped liquid or shall be
of the single spring design to prevent clogging and corrosion which may affect
seal loading. Springs isolated from the pumped fluid shall have corrosion
characteristics equivalent to 304 stainless steel or greater. Springs in contact
with the pumped fluid or of multiple spring designs shall be fabricated of
Hastelloy C alloy or materials of equivalent or greater corrosion resistance.
3.2.7.2.10 Two ports with tapped connections shall be provided to allow for flushing. The
seal shall be flushed using circulation from the pump discharge to facilitate heat
removal, venting, and to remove solids accumulation. A minimum vapor
pressure margin of 30 psi (205 kPa) at the maximum operating temperature
shall be maintained. The seal shall be applied with discharge recirculation. An
example of a discharge recirculation piping plan can be found in API Piping
Plan 11, API Std 682/ISO 21049 - Pumps—Shaft Sealing Systems for
Centrifugal and Rotary Pumps.
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3.2.7.2.11 The compatibility between the mechanical seal specifications and tolerance data
and the pump specifications shall be verified. This compatibility shall be
verified for the most extreme expected operating conditions, (Shut-off and
maximum flow) and for the full range of speeds and impeller diameters. This
shall include radial thrust calculations showing that the shaft deflection, at rated
capacity, shut-off and maximum capacity, does not exceed the mechanical seal
allowances.
Radial thrust shall be calculated as follows, (shown for shut-off calculation):
(English units) (SI units)

⎡H × S ⎤ RSO = 9810 × (K so × H so × S × D2 × B2 )
RSO = K so × ⎢ so ⎥ × D2 × B2
⎣ 2.31 ⎦
Where:
Rso - radial thrust at shutoff, lb (N)
Kso - thrust factor at shutoff, from Hydraulics Institute Standards,
dimensionless
Hso - total head of pump at shutoff, ft of H2O (m of H2O)
S- specific gravity of fluid (fresh water = 1), dimensionless
D2 - diameter of impeller, in. (m)
B2 - width of impeller at discharge, including shrouds, in. (m)
3.2.8 Bearings
Suitable bearings shall be provided to ensure smooth, low friction rotation of the impeller shaft. When
anti-friction bearings are used, they shall be designed to withstand the maximum radial and thrust
loads encountered during maximum load conditions. Water slingers and dust caps or other suitable
means of preventing water or other foreign matter from entering the bearings shall be provided.
To provide adequate durability, anti-friction bearings shall have the following features:
• A minimum calculated life rating of not less than 5000 hours at maximum load;
• Arrangement to float axially on one or both ends;
• Grease lubrication, with a grease fitting and relief hole if lubrication is necessary.
Calculations shall be provided to verify the bearing life exceeds the 5000 hour requirements. Drawings
of the impeller(s), shaft and shaft sleeves shall identify weights of these components.
3.2.9 Coupling
Couplings between the fire pump and the pump driver shall not be of the All-Elastomeric Type.
Couplings that utilize elastomeric components are acceptable as long as the elastomeric component is
not the only means of power transmission. Examples of these couplings are: pin and bushing, steel flex
grid, jaw-type, and drive shafts. Couplings shall be of the proper size for the application.
3.2.10 Baseplate (Vertically Mounted Pumps Only)
The baseplate of horizontal split-case centrifugal fire pumps shall be suitably designed to support the
pump and motor without excessive vibration or visible distortion. Calculations will be required to
show the baseplate is adequately designed to support the horizontal split-case centrifugal fire pump
mounted and installed in the vertical position.
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3.2.11 Circulation Relief Valve
Each pump shall have a circulation relief valve listed for the fire pump service installed and set below
the shutoff pressure at minimum expected suction pressure. This valve is usually found on the pump
casing but may be installed on the discharge side of the pump before the discharge check valve. It
shall provide flow of sufficient water to prevent the pump from overheating when operating with no
discharge. Provisions shall be made for discharge to a drain. Circulation relief valves shall not be tied
in with the packing box or drip rim drains. Minimum size of the circulation relief valve shall be
3/4 in. NPS for pumps with a rated capacity not exceeding 2500 gpm (9465 L/min) and 1 in. NPS for
pumps with a rated capacity of 3000 to 5000 gpm (11,355 to 18,925 L/min). The relief valve shall not
be piped to the pump suction or supply connection. Approval requirements for circulation relief valves
are discussed in Approval Standard 1359.
Exception: This rule shall not apply to engine-driven pumps for which engine cooling water is taken
from the pump discharge.
3.2.12 Miscellaneous components
If fabricated (welded) steel or cast fittings which are not FM Approved are provided by the pump
manufacturer as a part of the pump assembly (i.e., suction and discharge adaptors), they shall be
evaluated as part of the pump Approval program. This shall normally include a review of detail
drawings and hydrostatic tests to at least 700 psi (4825 kPa) or four times the rated working pressure,
whichever is greater, for 5 minutes.
3.3 Materials
All materials used in these fire pumps shall be suitable for the intended application. At a minimum, the
impellers, impeller wear rings, impeller nut, casing wear rings, water-seal rings, stuffing box gland, gland nut,
shaft sleeve, and interior bolts or screws shall be constructed of corrosion resistant materials. Mechanical seals
shall be constructed of the materials detailed in Section 3.2.7.2. When unusual materials are used, special tests
may be necessary to verify their suitability.
3.4 Markings
3.4.1 A permanently-marked, legible, corrosion-resistant nameplate shall be securely attached to the pump
or bedplate where it shall be easily visible. The nameplate shall include the following information:
• Manufacturer’s name and address;

• Model or type designation;
• Rated capacity;
• Rated total head;
• Rated speed;
• Maximum power required;
• Impeller diameter(s);
• Pump serial number, and;
• FM Approval’s Certification Mark, (see Appendix B).
3.4.2 Pumps that are available with both packing and mechanical seals shall have unique model numbers.
The model numbers can be completely different or only slightly changed from one to the other.
(i.e. the letter “M” could be added to the end of the model number to design mechanical seals.)
3.4.3 Pumps that are produced at more than one location shall be identified as the product of a particular
location.
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3.4.4 An arrow indicating the direction of pump rotation shall be cast into the pump body. A corrosion
resistant metal nameplate bearing the arrow shall be considered acceptable if permanently fastened to
the fire pump body.
3.4.5 The model or type identification shall correspond with the manufacturer's catalog designation and
shall uniquely identify the product as FM Approved. The manufacturer shall not place this model or
type identification on any other product unless covered by a separate agreement.
3.4.6 The FM Approval’s Certification Mark (see Appendix B) shall be displayed visibly and permanently
on the product. The manufacturer shall not use these Marks on any other product unless such product
is covered by separate agreement with FM Approvals.
3.4.7 All markings shall be legible and durable.
3.5 Manufacturer's Installation and Operation Instructions
Maintenance, operation and installation instructions, including any special dimension requirements, shall be
furnished by the manufacturer. Instructions shall be provided with each fire pump.
3.6 Calibration
All equipment used to verify the test parameters shall be calibrated within an interval determined on the basis
of stability, purpose, and usage of the equipment. A copy of the calibration certificate for each piece of test
equipment is required for FM Approvals records, indicating that the calibration was performed against working
standards whose calibration is certified as traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST) or to other acceptable reference standards and certified by an ISO 17025 accredited calibration
laboratory. The test equipment must be clearly identified by label or sticker showing the last date of the
calibration and the next due date. A copy of the calibration service’s accreditation certificate as an ISO 17025,
"General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories", calibration laboratory is
required for FM Approvals records.
The calibration of recently purchased new equipment is also required. Documentation indicating either the date
of purchase or date of shipment, equipment description, model and serial number is required for identification.
The period from the time the equipment was put into service to the date of testing must be within an interval
that does not require the equipment to be calibrated as determined on the basis of the parameters mentioned
above.
3.7 Tolerances
Tolerances on units of measure shall be as described in Appendix E, unless otherwise specified.
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4. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Design and Calculation Review
4.1.1 Requirement
The pump shall conform to the manufacturer’s drawings and specifications and to FM Approvals
design and calculation requirements stated in Section 3.
4.1.2 Test/Verification
A sample pump shall be examined and compared to drawings and specifications. It shall be verified
that the sample conforms to the physical and structural requirements described in Section 3, General
Requirements.
The following calculations shall be reviewed and compared to the requirements stated in Section 3:
• Maximum torsional shearing stress

• Mechanical seal and pump compatibility
• Casing bolt strength
• Bearing life calculations
• Shaft deflection and impeller clearance/interference
• Radial load calculations
4.2 Performance
4.2.1 Requirements
The pump shall develop its rated pressure when delivering its rated capacity.
The pump shall not exceed 140 percent of its rated pressure at any point along its characteristic curve
(pressure vs. flow), including the shutoff point. The shutoff head shall not be less than 99 percent of
the maximum head.
The maximum power required shall be determined.
At least one sample of each rated capacity shall be tested. The minimum and maximum impeller
diameters of each impeller design, submitted for Approval, shall be tested to obtain the desired head
range(s) for the pump. Intermediate impeller diameters may be tested at the discretion of FM
Approvals.
The pump shall be operated at various flow rates to generate total head, power, and efficiency curves.
At each flow the total head, power required, and speed shall be measured. A minimum of ten flow
readings shall be taken to generate the curve with two of the readings taken at maximum power of the
pump. All test speeds must be ± 4 percent of the rated speed. In order to develop characteristic curves,
test data shall be corrected to rated speed by means of the affinity relationships. All readings must be
witnessed by an FM Approvals engineer.
A total suction head adequate to produce the maximum power requirement for the pump shall be
provided. Maximum power is the greatest power required to drive the pump at any point along its
characteristic curve, and is defined as the point where a zero slope of the tangents to the characteristic
power curve occurs. The maximum power required shall occur when there is no increase in power
with an increase in the total suction head at that same flow and speed.
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4.3 Suction Lift
4.3.1 Requirement
The pump shall develop at least 65 percent of its rated pressure when operating at a suction lift of at
least 15 ft (4.6 m), referred to sea level, and delivering 150 percent of the rated capacity. If mechanical
seals are used, they shall not allow air to leak into the pump at any point along the characteristic curve,
not including shut-off.
At least one sample of each rated capacity shall be tested. The minimum and maximum impeller
diameters of each impeller design, submitted for Approval, shall be tested to obtain the desired head
range(s) for the pump. Intermediate impeller diameters may be tested at the discretion of FM
Approvals.
The pump shall be operated with a minimum suction lift of 15 ft (4.6 m), referred to sea level, at
various flow rates to generate total head, power, and efficiency curves. A minimum of eight flow
readings, all at a suction lift of 15 ft (4.6 m), shall be taken to generate the curve. At each flow the
total head, power required, and speed shall be measured. A minimum of three flow readings in close
proximity to 150 percent of rated flow, (within ± 10 percent of rated flow from 150 percent of rated
flow), shall be taken, with the 150 percent point within the span of these three points. All test speeds
must be ± 4 percent of the rated speed. In order to develop characteristic curves, test data shall be
corrected to rated speed by means of the affinity relationship. All readings must be witnessed by an
FM Approvals engineer.
If the pump is to be FM Approved with mechanical seals for installations that meet the requirements
of Section 3 and FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheet 3-7N, Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection,
at least one complete minimum 15 ft (4.6 m) suction lift test, referred to sea level, with the mechanical
seals installed shall be performed. This test shall be performed with the worst case condition from the
calculations in section 3.2.7.2.11.
4.4 Flange and Gasket Tightness
4.4.1 Requirement
No leakage, except at the shaft packing, shall be observed in a 5 minute test when hydrostatically
tested at the required pressure.
A sample casing of each model and material shall be hydrostatically tested to a pressure equal to, or
greater than, the sum of the maximum shutoff pressure of the pump plus a maximum allowable suction
pressure specified by the pump manufacturer (Pmax + Pmax. Suction). The maximum shutoff pressure, Pmax,
is the highest shutoff pressure obtained in testing the range of impeller diameters and speeds submitted
for Approval. The test pressure shall be held for five minutes. In no case shall the maximum allowable
suction pressure, Pmax. Suction, be less than 75 psi (515 kPa), or the leakage test be run at less than 250
psi (1725 kPa). Casing bolts normally provided shall be used for this test.
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4.5 Hydrostatic Strength
4.5.1 Requirements
No rupture, cracking or permanent distortion of any part of the pump shall be observed in a 5 minute
test when hydrostatically tested at the required pressure.
4.5.2 Tests/Verification
A sample casing of each model and material shall be hydrostatically tested to a pressure equal to, or
greater than, twice the sum of the maximum shutoff pressure of the pump plus a maximum allowable
suction pressure specified by the pump manufacturer, 2 x (Pmax + Pmax. Suction). The maximum shutoff
pressure, Pmax, is the highest shutoff pressure obtained in testing the range of impeller diameters and
speeds submitted for Approval. The test pressure shall be held for five minutes. In no case shall the
maximum allowable suction pressure, Pmax. Suction, be less than 75 psi (515 kPa), or the test be run at a
pressure less than 400 psi (2760 kPa). Casing bolts normally provided shall be used for this test.
4.6 Endurance Test (Vertically Mounted Pumps Only)
4.6.1 Requirements
The horizontal split-case pump, mounted vertically, shall be operated continuously for 24 hours under
the conditions stated in Section 4.6.2, without excessive vibration, loosening of parts (fasteners, etc.),
visible distortion of the baseplate, excessive generation of heat in the bearings, or rubbing of the
impeller and casing wear rings.
4.6.2 Tests/Verification
A sample pump shall be operated continuously for 24 hours under conditions of maximum bearing
thrust loading, (based on calculations provided by the manufacturer). Following the test, the pump
shall be disassembled and the impeller and casing wear rings shall be examined for signs of rubbing. A
method of ensuring that the pump runs continuously for 24 hours must be provided. All test speeds
must be " 4 percent of the rated speed.
4.7 One Hour Test (Mechanical Seal Pumps Only)
4.7.1 Requirement
No failure of the mechanical seal is permitted when the pump assemblies shown to have the greatest
shaft deflection are run as close to zero flow as possible (maximum radial load) for one hour for each
available mechanical seal.
Each type and size of mechanical seal for use with the pump shall be tested for compliance. The pump
assemblies selected for this test shall be of the impeller diameter and speed shown to have the greatest
shaft deflection by calculation. Calculations shall be submitted for review prior to scheduling testing.
The pump shall be run for one hour as close to zero flow (maximum radial load) as possible without
boiling the water. In no case shall the discharge pressure be less than 95 percent of the shut-off
pressure for the pump under test. No leakage of the mechanical seal is permitted. Subsequently, the
pump shall be disassembled and the mechanical seals shall be examined for evidence of wear or other
signs of failure of the mechanical seal.
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4.8 Test Procedure
Pump testing is normally performed by the manufacturer at his facility. FM Approvals shall witness the testing
and obtain copies of the data and calibration certificates. The range of tests to be conducted shall be specified
by FM Approvals. Test procedures shall be in accordance with recommendations for centrifugal pumps in
accordance with the latest edition of the Hydraulic Institute Standards, Standard for Centrifugal, Rotary and
Reciprocating Pumps or equivalent national or international standard.
4.9 Additional Tests
Additional tests may be required, depending on design features, results of any tests, material application, or to
verify the integrity and reliability of the fire pumps, at the discretion of FM Approvals.
Unexplainable failures shall not be permitted. A re-test shall only be acceptable at the discretion of FM
Approvals and with adequate technical justification of the conditions and reasons for failure.
5. OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS
A quality control program is required to assure that subsequent horizontal split-case centrifugal fire pumps
produced by the manufacturer at an authorized location, shall present the same quality and reliability as the
specific horizontal split-case centrifugal fire pumps examined. Design quality, conformance to design, and
performance are the areas of primary concern. Design quality is determined during the Approval examination
and tests, and is covered in the Approval Report. Conformance to design is verified by control of quality and is
covered in the Facilities and Procedures Audit (F&PA). Quality of performance is determined by field
performances and by periodic re-examination and testing.
5.1 Demonstrated Quality Control Program
5.1.1 The manufacturer shall demonstrate a quality assurance program which specifies controls for at least
the following areas:
• Existence of corporate quality assurance guidelines;

• Incoming quality assurance, including testing;
• In-process quality assurance, including testing;
• Final inspection and tests;
• Equipment calibration;
• Drawing and change control;
• Packaging and shipping;
• Handling and disposition of non-conformance materials; and,
• In order to assure adequate traceability of materials and products, the manufacturer shall maintain
records of all quality control tests performed, and shall maintain these records for a minimum
period of two years from the date of manufacture.
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5.1.2 Documentation/Manual
There should be an authoritative collection of procedures and policies. Such documentation shall
provide an accurate description of the quality management system while serving as a permanent
reference for implementation and maintenance of that system. The system should require that
sufficient records are maintained to demonstrate achievement of the required quality and verify
operation of the quality system.
5.1.3 Drawing and Change Control
• The manufacturer shall establish a system of product configuration control that shall allow no
unauthorized changes to the product. Changes to critical documents, identified in the Approval
Report, must be reported to, and authorized by, FM Approvals prior to implementation for
production.
• The manufacturer shall assign an appropriate person or group to be responsible for, and require
that, proposed changes to FM Approved or Listed products be reported to FM Approvals before
implementation. The manufacturer shall notify FM Approvals of changes in the product or of
persons responsible for keeping FM Approvals advised by means of FM Approvals Form 797,
Approved Product/Specification-Tested Revision Report or Address/Main Contact Change
Report.
• Records of all revisions to all FM Approved products shall be maintained.
5.1.3.1 The table below has been included as a guide to manufacturers of what is considered to be a
significant change to FM Approvals. To facilitate the Approval of significant changes,
modifications that fit this category shall be documented by means of a letter stating the
change, and requesting a quotation for an Approval examination.
Modification Description/ Example

Change in speed rating: • The product was originally FM Approved at 3000 rpm and
now is to be evaluated at 3550 rpm
Change in Allowed • The product was originally FM Approved for 4 through
Impeller Sizes: 5 inch (100 through 125 mm), and now is to be evaluated at
5.5 inch (140 mm)
Addition or relocation of • The product was originally FM Approved when made in
the manufacturing location A, and now it is desired to make the same product
location: in locations A and B, or in location B only.
Changes to Critical • Modifications that would have an effect on the ability of the
Dimensions: product to maintain the same performance as the originally
FM Approved product. An example of this would be a
reduction impeller size, or casing wall thickness.
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5.1.3.2 The table below has been included as a guide to manufacturers of modifications which may
be submitted on FM Approvals Form 797.
Modification Description/Example
Change in Company • Contact Name, Title, Phone Number, FAX Number, Office
Contact Information: Address, Company Name
Updating of Drawings: • Minor dimensional changes, or note changes, Re-creation of
old drawing on CAD
Change in material or • Where new material is superior, or to show proposed new
marking: marking
5.1.3.3 For the instances where the modification is difficult to categorize, manufacturers are
encouraged to contact FM Approvals and to discuss the nature of the proposed change, and
how to send the information to FM Approvals. The examples shown in Sections 5.1.3.1 and
5.1.3.2 are based on common examples of modifications as they relate to the manufacture of
split-case centrifugal fire pumps.
5.1.3.4 FM Approvals, at its sole discretion, shall determine when additional testing is necessary to
validate proposed changes.
5.2 Facilities and Procedures Audit (F&PA)
5.2.1 An audit of the manufacturing facility is part of the Approval investigation to verify implementation of
the quality control program. Its purpose is to determine that the manufacturer's equipment, procedures,
and quality program are maintained to insure a consistently uniform and reliable product. Initial
inspections of facilities already producing similar products may be waived at the discretion of FM
Approvals.
5.2.2 Unannounced follow-up inspections shall be conducted at least annually by FM Approvals, or its
designate, to determine continued compliance. More frequent audits may be required by FM Approvals.
5.2.3 The client shall manufacture the product or service only at the location(s) audited by FM Approvals and
as specified in the Approval Report. Manufacture of products bearing the FM Approval’s Certification
Mark is not permitted at any other locations without prior written authorization by FM Approvals.
5.3 Manufacturer's Responsibilities
The manufacturer shall notify FM Approvals of changes in product construction, design, components, raw
materials, physical characteristics, coatings, component formulation or quality assurance procedures prior to
implementation of such changes.
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5.4 Manufacturing and Production Tests
5.4.1 Test Requirement No. 1 - Performance Test
The manufacturer shall performance test 100 percent of production fire pumps, recording flow, total
head, speed and power consumed at a minimum of eight points spanning from shut off to beyond 1.5
times rated flow. Speeds shall be within "4 percent of the listed speed. In order to develop the
characteristic curve, test data shall be corrected to rated speed by means of the affinity relationship.
This curve shall be supplied with the pump.
5.4.2 Test Requirement No. 2 - Leakage Test
The manufacturer shall test 100 percent of production fire pumps for body leakage to the sum of the
pump’s shut-off head plus its maximum allowable suction head, (Pmax.+ Pmax. Suction), but not less than
250 psi (1725 kPa). The pressure shall be held for a minimum of five minutes with no objectionable
leakage (except at the shaft packing), at any joint. Pump casing distortion or leakage is not allowed.
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APPENDIX A: Units of Measurement
LENGTH: in. - “inches”; (mm - “millimeters”)

mm = in. x 25.4
ft - “feet”; (m - “meters”)
m = ft x 0.3048
FLOW: gal/min - “gallons per minute”; (L/min - “liters per minute”)

L/min = (gal/min) x 3.785
FORCE: lbf - “pound-force”; (N - “Newton”)

N = 4.44822 x lbf
kgf - kilogram force”; (N - “Newton”)
N = 9.80665 x kgf
POWER: hp - “horsepower”; (kW - “kilowatt”)

kW = hp x 0.7457
PRESSURE: psi - “pounds per square inch”; (kPa - “kilopascals”)

kPa = psi x 6.895
in. of Hg - “inches of mercury”
psi = in. of Hg x 0.491
bar - “bar”; (kPa - “kilopascals”)
bar = kPa x 0.01
bar = psi x 0.06895
m of H2O - “meters of water”
kPa = m of H2O x 9.81
ROTATIONAL SPEED: rpm - “revolutions per minute”; (same in SI Units)
TEMPERATURE: EF - “degrees Fahrenheit”; (EC - “degrees Celsius”)

EC = (EF -32) x 0.556
TORQUE: ftAlbf - “foot pound-force”; (NAm - “Newton-meters”)

NAm = ftAlbf x 1.356
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APPENDIX B: FM Approvals Certification Marks

FM Approvals certifications marks are to be used only in conjunction with products or services that have been
Approved by FM Approvals and in adherence with usage guidelines.
FM APPROVED mark:
Authorized by FM Approvals as a certification mark for any
product that has been FM Approved. There is no minimum size
requirement for the mark, but it must be large enough to be readily
identifiable. The mark should be produced in black on a light
background, or in reverse on a dark background.
Cast-On FM Approvals marks:

Where reproduction of the FM Approved mark described above is
impossible because of production restrictions, use these modified
versions of the FM Approved mark. There is no minimum size
identifiable.
FM APPROVED mark With "C" only:

product that has been evaluated by FM Approvals in accordance
with Canadian codes and standards. There is no minimum size
identifiable. The mark should be produced in black on a light
background, or in reverse on a dark background.
FM APPROVED mark with "C" and "US":

product that has been evaluated by FM Approvals in accordance
with US and Canadian codes and standards. There is no minimum
size requirement for the mark, but it must be large enough to be
readily identifiable. The mark should be produced in black on a
light background, or in reverse on a dark background.
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USAGE GUIDELINES
All FM Approvals certification marks are the sole Products or services may not be marketed under any
property of FM Approvals LLC (“FM Approvals”) mark or name similar to “FM Global,” “FM
and are registered or the subject of applications for Approvals” or any of the FM Approvals certification
registration in the United States and many other marks. Further, products or services may not be
countries. They are for use only according to these marketed to imply a relationship beyond the scope of
guidelines. any Approval made by FM Approvals.
FM Approvals certification marks may be used only When an FM Approvals certification mark is used in
on FM Approved products and related product advertising material or on product packaging, all
packaging, in advertising material, catalogs and news material must reflect the specific circumstances under
releases. which the product was FM Approved. The material
must clearly differentiate between products that are
Use of FM Approvals certification marks on such FM Approved and those that are not, and may not, in
material is not a substitute for use of the complete FM any way, imply a more substantial relationship with
Approvals certification mark on FM Approved FM Approvals.
products and/or product packaging.
A company may not reference the intent to submit a
No FM Approvals certification mark or aspect thereof product for Approval or the expectation that a
may be incorporated as part of a business name, company will have a certain product FM Approved in
Internet domain name, or brand name/trademark for the future. For example, a company may not state,
products/product lines. This includes both design “Approval by FM Approvals pending” or “Approval
aspects (the FM Approvals “diamond,” etc.) and word by FM Approvals applied for.”
aspects (“FM,” “Approved,” etc.). The use of any FM
Approvals certification mark as a trademark is strictly FM Approvals certification marks should not be
prohibited. preceded or followed by a qualifier that indicates a
degree of certification or acceptability. For example,
The Approval Standard number or class number may “exceeds,” “first” or “only” may not be used to qualify
not be incorporated as part of a business name, any FM Approvals certification mark.
Internet domain name, or brand name/trademark for
products/product lines. For example, a company may Only original artwork issued by FM Approvals should
not say “ABC Company’s 4100 Fire Door is FM be used. The FM Approvals certification marks should
Approved”; the proper terminology is, “ABC not be altered in any way other than to resize the
Company’s Fire Door is FM Approved per Approval artwork proportionately. Unacceptable uses of the
Standard 4100.” marks include, but are not limited to, adding/deleting
wording or artwork, reducing the artwork to an
FM Approvals certification marks, except for the FM illegible size, animation or distortion.
Approvals Quality System Registration mark, may not
be used on business stationery/cards/signage because The text of the FM Approvals certification marks may
this could mischaracterize the relationship with FM not be translated into any language other than English.
Approvals. Additionally, these items should not
reference any FM Approvals certification mark. FM Approvals certification marks must appear in a
size and location that is readily identifiable, but less
prominent than the name of the owner of the
certification or the manufacturer/seller/distributor of
the certified products.
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APPENDIX C: Test Procedures
There are several acceptable methods of obtaining the test data needed. In order to establish uniformity in method
selection, the following techniques, based on recommendations by the Hydraulic Institute, are listed below. For more
specific information such as test set-ups and the equations needed to compute results from raw data, reference should
be made to the “Hydraulic Institute Standards”, latest edition.
C.1 Capacity Measurements
C.1.1 Weight
Scale measurements with accuracy of 0.25 percent of full scale shall be obtainable.
C.1.2 Volume
Reservoir measurements with accuracy of 0.5 percent of the reading shall be obtainable.
C.1.3 Venturi
A certified curve showing the calibration of the meter shall be provided. Machined tubes shall be
accurate within "0.75 percent of the rate of flow. The size of the venturi needed shall be determined
by the throat velocity. A maximum of 20 ft/sec (6.1 m/sec) shall be effected at the venturi throat at the
rated capacity of the pump.
The accuracy of the venturi meter depends upon its installation within the hydraulic system. The meter
shall not be adversely affected by improper flow conditions immediately preceding the venturi tube.
Non-uniform velocity distribution or swirling or pulsating flow will affect the value of the coefficient.
Table C.1.3 shows the length of straight pipe required ahead of the venturi tube expressed in terms of
equivalent diameters.
Table C.1.3 Straight Pipe Required After Any Fitting before the Venturi Meter in diameters of Pipe
Meter Ratio (Throat to Inlet Diameter)
Fitting
0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8
One standard short radius elbow 1 2 3 4 6
Two elbows in same plane 2 3 4 6 8
Two elbows in planes at 90° and with 2 3 4 5 7
straightening vanes
Standard cast iron flanged reducer 2 5 7.5 10 13
Standard cast iron flanged increaser 1 2 3 4.5 6
Globe valve with straightening vanes 2 4 6 9 12
Gate valve - 0.2 open 2 4 6 9 12
Gate valve - 0.5 open 2 3 4 6 8
Gate valve - full open 0 0.5 1 2 3
Note: A centrifugal pump pumping directly into a venturi meter should have at least 10 pipe diameters of
straight pipe between it and the meter. This distance can be reduced if straightening vanes are
properly used between the pump and venturi.
C.1.4 Nozzles
A certified curve showing the calibration of the nozzle shall be provided. When ASME long radius
flow nozzles are used with an outlet to inlet diameter ratio from 0.2 to 0.7, the tolerance in the rate of
flow should not exceed " 0.75 percent for 3 in. pipe and over. When other nozzles are used with the
same specifications listed above, the error should not exceed " 1 percent of the rated flow. The nozzle
size shall be selected so that the maximum velocity does not exceed 20 ft/s (6.1 m/s) at the nozzle
throat.
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C.1.5 Orifice Plate
A certified curve showing the calibration of a square edged concentric orifice plate shall be provided.
The error should not exceed "1.5 percent of the reading when using an orifice-to-pipe diameter ratio
from 0.10 to 0.80. Ratios outside of these limits should not be used. Preferred orifice to pipe diameter
ratios are from 0.20 to 0.60.
To ensure accurate flow measurements, a sufficient length of straight pipe is required preceding and
following the orifice plate. The values required expressed in terms of equivalent diameters, are shown
in Tables C.1.5 (a) and (b). When “pipe taps” are used, the values shown in Tables C.1.5 (a) and (b)
should be increased by 2 diameters.
Table C.1.5 (a) Straight Pipe Required After Any Fitting before Meter in Diameters of Pipe
Fitting
0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8
Tee or wye within line flow 6 6 6.5 7 8.5 10.5 14
One elbow, branch flow thru tee or wye, or
6 6 6.5 7 9 13 20.5
flow from drum or separator
Globe valve - wide open 9 9 9.5 10.5 13 15 21
Gate valve - wide open 6 6 6 6 7.5 9.5 13.5
Two or more short radius elbows or bends
7.5 7.5 8.5 10.5 13.5 18 25
in the same plane
Two or more long radius elbows or bends
6 6 6.5 8 11 16 23
in the same plane
Two short radius elbows or bends in
14.5 16 17.5 20.5 24.5 30 40
different planes
Two long radius elbows or bends in
7 8 10 12 16 22 33
different planes
Note: A centrifugal pump pumping directly into a nozzle or orifice should have at least 10 pipe diameters of
straight pipe between it and the meter. This distance can be reduced if straightening vanes are
properly used between the pump and nozzle or orifice.
Table C.1.5 (b) Straight Pipe Required After Meter before Any Fitting in Diameters of Pipe
Fitting
0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8
Gate valve - wide open 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Wye 0 0 0 0 0 0 4
Tee 0 0 0 0 0 3.5 4
Expansion joint 0 0 0 0 0 3.5 4
45° Elbow 0 0 0 0 3.5 3.5 4
Long radius elbow or bend 2 2.5 2.5 3 3.5 3.5 4
Regulators, control valves, and partly
6 6 6 6 6 6 6
throttled gate valves
C.1.6 Weir
A rectangular sharp crested weir with a smooth vertical crest wall, complete crest contraction, free
overfall and with the end contraction suppressed, is a suitable capacity measuring device. The weir
should be calibrated in place with the water circuit.
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When rectangular suppressed weirs are used, the error shall not exceed " 2 percent of the flow under
the following limitations of flow:
• The head is not smaller than 0.2 ft (61 mm).

• The head is not larger than one-half the height of the weir.
• The head is not larger than one-half the length of the weir.
C.1.7 Electromagnetic Flow Meters
Electromagnetic flowmeters are based on Faraday's Law of Magnetic Induction that states that a
voltage will be induced when a conductor, in this case water, moves at right angles through a magnetic
field is proportional to the velocity of that conductor - the faster the flow rate, the higher the voltage.
This voltage is picked up by sensing electrodes mounted in the meter tube and sent to the transmitter
which takes the voltage and calculates the flow rate based on the cross sectional area of the meter tube.
Pressure drop across the meter is the same as it is through an equivalent length of pipe because there
are no moving parts or obstructions to the flow.
Electromagnetic flow meters shall have an accuracy of ± 0.5 percent of the flow reading.
C.2 Head Measurements
C.2.1 Instruments to measure head shall, when practical, be water columns or manometers and for high
pressures shall be mercury manometers, bourdon gauges, electrical pressure transducers or dead
weight gauge testers. If water gauges are used, errors due to water temperature difference within the
gauge and pump, shall be avoided. Measuring instrumentation shall have records of calibration
traceable to national standards. Tolerances shall not exceed "1.0 percent of the full scale.
C.2.2 It is important that steady flow conditions exist at the point of instrument connection. For this reason,
it is necessary that pressure or head measurement be taken on a section of pipe where the cross-section
is constant and straight. Five to ten diameters of straight pipe of unvarying cross-section following any
elbow or curved member, valve, or other obstruction, are usually necessary to ensure steady flow
conditions.
C.2.3 Special care shall be taken in the drilling of orifice or tap openings for gauges. The following
precautions shall be taken:
• The orifice in the pipe shall be flush with and normal to the wall of the water passage.
• The wall of the water passage shall be smooth and of unvarying cross-section. For a distance of at
least 12 in. (305 mm) preceding the orifice, all tubercles and roughness shall be removed with a
file or emery cloth, if necessary.
• The orifice shall be of a diameter from 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. ( 3.2 mm to 6.4 mm) and of a length equal
to twice the diameter.
• The edges of the orifice shall be provided with a suitable radius tangential to the wall of the water
passage, and shall be free from burrs or irregularities.
C.2.4 The datum shall be taken as the centerline of the pump.
C.3 Power Measurements
C.3.1 Pump input power shall be determined by either transmission dynamometers, torsion dynamometers,
strain gauge type torque measuring devices, or by the use of calibrated drivers.
C.3.2 When pump input power is to be determined by transmission dynamometers, the unloaded and
unlocked dynamometer must be properly balanced, prior to the test, at the same speed at which the test
is to be run. The scales should be checked against standard weights.
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C.3.3 When pump input power is to be determined by torsion dynamometers, the unloaded dynamometer
shall be statically calibrated prior to the test by measuring the angular deflection for a given torque;
the tare reading on the dynamometer scale is taken at rated speed with the pump disconnected.
C.3.4 When strain gauge type torque measuring devices are used to measure pump input power, they shall
be calibrated, with their accompanying instrumentation, at regular intervals.
C.3.5 When pump input power is to be determined by the use of a calibrated motor, measurements of power
input shall be made at the terminals of the motor to exclude any line losses that may occur between the
switchboard and the driver itself. Certified calibration curves of the motor must be provided. The
calibration shall be conducted on the specific motor in question, and not on a similar machine. Such
calibrations must indicate the true input-output value of the motor efficiency and not some
conventional method of determining an arbitrary efficiency.
C.3.6 After the completion of any of the above tests, recalibration or rebalancing shall be checked to assure
that no change has taken place. In the event of appreciable change, the test shall be rerun.
C.3.7 Calibrated laboratory type electric meters and transformers shall be used to measure power input to all
electric motors.
C.4 Speed Measurement
C.4.1 Measurement of speed shall be made by means of revolution counters, tachometers, or stroboscopic
devices.
C.4.2 For speed measurements taken by means of a revolution counter, the timing period shall be of
sufficient length to obtain a true average speed. The stopwatch shall be checked against a standard
timer. If electric/electronic speed sensing element with electronic counter is used, it shall be checked
against a suitable secondary frequency standard.
C.4.3 When a tachometer is used, it shall be calibrated against a revolution counter before and after the test.
Tachometer readings shall be made at frequent intervals during the period each test reading is taken to
determine an accurate measurement of average speed over that reading period.
C.4.4 When a stroboscopic device is used, the comparison frequency source shall be either line frequency,
where stable, or a stable independent frequency. The speed shall be determined by the observation and
deduction of slip from the synchronous speed.
C.5 Time Measurement
Time measurement with accuracy of 1/100 of a second shall be obtainable.
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APPENDIX D: Fire Pump Unit (Packages)
The fire pump package consists of the following components which are furnished by the pump manufacturer or
his authorized representative, when available FM Approved components shall be supplied:
1. Split-case centrifugal fire pump

2. Controller, electric motor or diesel engine as appropriate
3. Driver and accessories (including batteries)
4. Flow meter or hose header and hose valves
5. Suction and discharge pressure gages and connections
6. Pressure-relief valve, when required, and waste cone, when required
7. Automatic air release valve
8. Eccentric suction reducer
9. Concentric increaser
10. Ball drip, when required
11. Circulation-relief valve
12. Substantial bedplate for pump and driver
13. Pressure recorder
14. Rigid engine cooling water and fuel lines (May have short flexible elements in close proximity to
engine to minimize vibration)
15. Spare parts
16. Instruction, Operation and maintenance manual in local language
17. Spare mechanical seal
Additional equipment (where needed) which may be supplied by the manufacturer or the purchaser:
1. Suction OS&Y valve

2. Discharge valve
3. Hose-connection valve
4. Discharge check valve
5. All piping connections
6. Suction screen to suit requirements
7. Wiring and power connection for electric motor or diesel engine controller
8. Pipe connections to steam turbine
9. Cooling-water overflow connection for internal-combustion engines
10. Discharge elbow or tee
11. Reducing tees or elbows
12. Exhaust piping and muffler for diesel engine
13. Fuel tank for diesel engine
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APPENDIX E: Tolerance
Unless otherwise stated, the following tolerances shall apply:
Flow + 1/- 0 percent of value
Frequency (Hz): ± 5 percent of value
Length: ± 2 percent of value
Volume: ± 2 percent of value
Volume Per Unit Area: ± 5 percent of value
Power ± 1.5 percent of value
Pressure: ± 0.5 percent of value
Speed ± 0.3 percent of value
Temperature: ± 4°F (2°C)
Time: + 5/–0 seconds

+0.1/–0 minutes
Unless stated otherwise, all tests shall be carried out at a room (ambient) temperature of 68 ± 9°F (20 ± 5°C).
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APPENDIX F: Figures
Provided courtesy of the Hydraulic Institute, Parsippany, NJ www.pumps.org
MECHANICAL SEAL CONSTRUCTION (Shown)

1A Casing, lower half 22 Locknut
1B Casing, upper half 31 Housing, bearing inboard
2 Impeller 32 Key, impeller
6 Shaft 33 Housing, bearing outboard
7 Ring, casing 35 Cover, bearing inboard
8 Ring, impeller 37 Cover, bearing outboard
14 Sleeve, shaft 40 Deflector
16 Bearing, inboard 65 Seal, mechanical stationary element
18 Bearing, outboard 80 Seal, mechanical rotating element
20 Nut, shaft sleeve 123 Cover, bearing end
PACKING SEAL CONSTRUCTION
(All above Components except #65 and 80 Plus below Components)
Packing Packing Gland
Lantern Ring Stuffing Box Bushing
Seal Piping
Figure F-1. Axial Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pump (Shown with Mechanical Seals)
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Provided courtesy of the Hydraulic Institute, Parsippany, NJ www.pumps.org
MECHANICAL SEAL CONSTRUCTION (Shown)

1 Casing 22 Locknut, bearing
2 Impeller 31 Housing, bearing, inboard
6 Shaft 32 Key, impeller
7 Ring, casing 33 Housing, bearing, outboard
8 Ring, impeller 37 Cover, bearing, outboard
11 Cover 40 Deflector
14 Sleeve, shaft 50 Locknut, coupling
16 Bearing, inboard, sleeve 60 Ring, oil
18A Bearing, outboard, sleeve 65 Packing Gland or Seal, mechanical,
stationary element
18B Bearing, outboard, ball 80 Packing and Lantern Ring or Seal,
mechanical, rotating element
20 Nut, shaft sleeve
PACKING SEAL CONSTRUCTION
(All above Components except #65 and 80 Plus below Components)
Packing Packing Gland
Lantern Ring Stuffing Box Bushing
Seal Piping
Figure F-2. Radial Split-Case Centrifugal Fire Pumps (Shown with Mechanical Seals)
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APPENDIX G: Sample Listing
PJM Pump Company, 15 ABC Road, Halifax, RI 02866
Rated Capacity, Rated Rated Type Suction Discharge Stage

gal/min Net Head, Speed, Designation Inlet, Outlet,
(dm3/min) psi(kPa) r/min dia., in. dia., in.
250 41 - 96 2600 5x4x5JMM 5 4 1
(945) (285 - 660)
500 60 - 117 2800 6x5x10GLM 6 5 1
(1895) (415 - 805)
750 82 - 165 3000 6x5x12SDM 6 5 1
(2840) (565 - 1140)
1000 273 - 303 2950 8x6x12PJM 8 6 2
(3785) (1880 - 2090)
1250 51-98 1450 10x8x10ACM 10 8 1
(4730) (350 - 675)
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SPP-E-5-001
Rev 02
HORIZONTAL SPLIT CASE PUMP
INSTALLATION OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
SPP Pumps Inc. 2905, Pacific Drive, Norcross GA 30071 Telephone: +1 770 409-3280 Fax: +1 770 409 3290
08/2016
SPP-E-5-001
Rev 02
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Our policy is one of continuous improvement and we reserve the right to alter specifications at any time
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Operators Instructions for Horizontal Manual No/Rev
Thrustream Fire Pumps SPP-E-5-001/02
CONTENTS
Section Page The pump sizes covered by this manual are:
1. General Information & Safety Instructions 4
Pump Shaft Section
2. Transport Handling and Storage 4 Model Module Drawing
3. General Description 5 TA12D - 8.1
TB08D, E & F 1 8.1
4. Assembly and Installation 6
TB10D, E & F 2 8.1
5. Commissioning and Operation 8 TB12D, E & F 2 8.1
6. Maintenance and Service 9 TB15E & F 2 8.1
6.1 General Introduction 9 TC12F & G 1 Special 8.1
TD10E & 1 Special 8.1
6.2 Preparation for Maintenance 10
1 Special 8.1
6.3 Repacking the Stuffing Box 10 TD10F & G
(DOBB)
6.4 Bearing Lubrication 12 TD12F 2 8.1
6.5 Bearing Replacement 12 TD15F & G 2 8.1
TD20D & E 3 Special 8.3
6.6 Overhaul and Repairs 13
TD25A 2 8.1
6.7 Pump Assembly Instructions 15 TQ25B 2E 8.1
7. Faults and Remedial Action 18 2 Special 8.2
TE08D
(SE)
8. Pump Details: 19
TE10A & D 2 8.1
8.1 Typical Section Modules 1 & 2 19
TE12E 2 8.1
8.2 Typical Section Module. 2E 20 TE15D, E, F & G 2 8.1
8.3 Typical Section Module. 2 Special (SE) 21 TE20A & D 3 8.3
8.4 Typical Section Modules 3 & 3 Special 22 TE25A & D 3 8.3
TF15E, G, H & J 3 Special 8.3
8.5 Typical Section Module. 1T 23
TF20A,D,E,F,G & K 3 8.3
8.6 Typical Section Module (Thru-bore) 24 TX12D 1T 8.4
8.7 Parts Identification List 25 TX15E & F 1T 8.4
9. Metric Bolt Torque Recommendations 27 TY12D 1T 8.4
TY15E 1T 8.4
10. Spares & Service 29
BM08D(T) 1T 8.4
Manufacturer’s Information (Where applicable) BR12C(T), BR12D(T) - 8.5
Electric Motor or Diesel Engine Appendix I BS08A ,B & C (T) - 8.5
Coupling Appendix II BS12A(T) - 8.5
Introduction
This manual covers the Thrustream Fire Pumps that
This manual gives the safety, installation, operation
are built for use in the Horizontal position. For
and maintenance instructions for pumps in the SPP
information on pumps built for vertical applications,
Pumps Inc. Thrustream Fire Pump range of
please refer to a separate manual that can be
Horizontal Split Case centrifugal pumps for fire
obtained from SPP Pumps Inc.
protection applications.
Thrustream pumps are identified by their pump model

designation.
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1. General Information and 1.8 Clear and easy access to all controls, gauges
and dials etc., MUST be maintained at all
Safety Instructions times. Hazardous or flammable materials must
The products supplied by SPP Pumps, Inc. have NOT be stored in pump rooms unless safe
been designed with safety in mind. Where hazards areas or racking and suitable containers have
cannot be eliminated, the risk has been minimised by been provided.
the use of guards and other design features. Some 1.9 IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION
hazards cannot be guarded against and the OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS SPP PUMPS,
instructions below MUST BE COMPLIED WITH for INC PRODUCT COULD RESULT IN INJURY
safe operation. These instructions cannot cover all OR DEATH.
circumstances: YOU are responsible for using safe
working practices at all times. 1.10 Within the manual, safety instructions are
marked with safety symbols.
1.1 SPP Pumps, Inc. products are designed for
installation in designated areas, which are to Hazard
be kept clean and free of obstructions that may
This symbol refers to general mechanical
restrict safe access to the controls and
aspects of safety.
maintenance access points.
Hazard
A pump nameplate is fitted to each unit and
must not be removed. Loss of this plate could This symbol refers to electrical safety.
make identification impossible. This in turn
could affect safety and cause difficulty in ATTENTION This symbol gives warning of a
obtaining spare parts. Should accidental loss hazard to the pump itself, which
or damage occur, contact SPP Pumps, Inc. in turn, could cause a risk to personal safety.
immediately.
2. Transport Handling and
1.2 Access to the equipment should be restricted
to the personnel responsible for installation, Storage Instructions
operation and maintenance and they must be 2.1 Transport
trained, adequately qualified and supplied with
the appropriate tools for their respective tasks. Horizontal Thrustream fire pump sets are
despatched fully assembled except where
1.3 SPP Pumps, Inc. requires that all personnel stability or handling constraints require the
that are responsible for installation, operation motor to be packed and delivered separately.
or maintenance of the equipment, have access
to and study the product instruction manual Pumps are protected against corrosion and
BEFORE any work is done and that they will packed for transport by normal road, rail and
comply with all local and industry based safety sea carriers.
instructions and regulations. 2.2 Handling
1.4 Ear defenders should be worn where the Crushing Hazard
specified equipment noise level exceeds
locally defined safe levels. Safety glasses or When lifting the pump unit, use lifting
goggles should be worn where working with equipment having a safe working load
pressurised systems and hazardous rating suitable for the weight specified. Use
substances. Other personal protection suitable slings for lifting any pump not provided
equipment must be worn where local rules with lifting points.
apply. The use of suitable forklift truck and four-chain
1.5 Do NOT wear loose or frayed clothing or crane sling equipment is recommended but
jewellery that could catch on the controls or locally approved equipment of suitable rating
become trapped in the equipment. maybe used.
1.6 Check and confirm that the manual is the relevant Pumps are usually supplied on pallets for
copy by comparing the serial number on the handling by forklift truck, to lift from the pallet
identification plate with that on the manual. the pump should be slung as shown.
1.7 Note any limits to the pump application specified
in the contract documentation. Operation of the
equipment outside these limits will increase the
risk from hazards noted below and may lead to
premature and hazardous pump failure.
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place or replace with suitable covers to prevent

ingress of dirt or moisture. Rotate the shaft
several turns monthly, to distribute the grease
and prevent pitting of bearing surfaces.
If storage in the open cannot be avoided, cover
the pump with a tarpaulin sheet, but allow dry
air to circulate around the pump.
For special protection of electric motors, refer
to the manufacturer’s instructions.
2.3.3 Exposed or Extreme Conditions Storage
For exposed storage or extreme variants in
atmospheric or environmental conditions,
please refer to SPP Pumps, Inc.
3. General Description
SPP Pumps, Inc. Thrustream Pumps are a
range of centrifugal pumps that are usually
supplied as pumpsets with electric motors but
can be supplied separately for customers to fit
Pump weight is shown on the general to drivers of their own preference.
arrangement drawing supplied with each pump or
pumpset. 3.1. Pumps
2.3 Storage The mechanical assembly comprises a rigid

shaft, supported by grease-lubricated ball
Shearing Hazard bearings. The pump casing is fitted with wear
Do NOT place fingers or hands etc. into rings and normally contains a double entry
the suction or discharge pipe outlets and shrouded type impeller mounted on a stiff
do NOT touch the impeller. If rotated this may shaft. The seal chamber is housed in the
cause severe injury. To prevent ingress of any casing inserts and these are retained within the
objects, retain the protection covers or casing. When the top half casing is removed,
packaging in place until removal is necessary the bearing housings, inserts, shaft and
for installation. If the packaging or suction and impeller assembly can be removed from the
discharge covers are removed for inspection bottom casing for maintenance without
purposes, replace afterwards to protect the disconnection of pipework.
pump and maintain safety. The suction and discharge branch flanges are
positioned horizontally at 90 degrees to and
2.3.1 Temporary Storage for up to Six Weeks below the shaft centreline. The pump casings
allow for construction to suit different rotations.
If the pump is not to be used immediately, it
These pumps are designed to pump liquids at
should be stored carefully in a horizontal
position, in a sheltered, dry location. Additional temperatures up to 176°F.
rust preventative should be applied to all Nameplate details are shown on the back cover
unpainted carbon steel or cast iron parts. Fit or of this manual, full pump specification can be
retain in place the covers to the suction and supplied on a data sheet, if requested.
discharge flanges and all other pipe Note: 1) The head specified is the Duty Head
connections. Rust preventative and flange generated by the pump only.
covers should not be removed until final 2) Suction pressure must be included
installation. when assessing the Maximum
When pumps are not in use, the pump shaft Working Pressure.
should be rotated several turns, every six
weeks. 3.2 Electric Motor Driven Pumpsets
2.3.2 Long Term Storage Electric motor driven fire pumpsets are
supplied mounted on a substantial fabricated
It is recommended that the pump is stored in a baseplate; the complete assembly is of a rigid
clean dry place that is not subject to a wide construction, being intended for mounting on
temperature variation. Pack the bearings with suitable foundations.
the specified grease and periodically inspect
the bearing housings to ensure that they are These pumpsets are supplied fitted with a
free from damp and moisture. Leave the proprietary high efficiency electric motor
covers for the suction and discharge flanges in adequately sized for the duty specified. For
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details of the motor supplied, refer to the 4.4 Location of Pump

manufacturer’s instructions in Appendix I.
The pump should be located as near the liquid
The proprietary flexible coupling has been source as practical, with adequate accessibility
selected to meet the power transmission and for inspection and repair and sufficient
other operating requirements for the pumpset. headroom for lifting tackle if necessary.
Coupling fitting and maintenance details are
Where pumps are electric motor driven, power
given in the manufacturer’s instructions.
source electrical characteristics should match
3.3 Diesel Engine Driven Pumpsets those shown on motor data plate. A qualified
electrical contractor should be used to make
Diesel engine driven fire pumpsets are supplied
the electrical connection.
mounted on a substantial fabricated baseplate,
with batteries and control panel. Where 4.5 Foundations
applicable, the fuel tank is also mounted on the
The pump is to be mounted on a substantial
baseplate. The complete assembly is of a rigid
floor or plinth and secured with suitable
construction, being intended for mounting on
foundation bolts to minimise vibration. The
suitable foundations.
foundation must have a flat level surface and
These pumpsets are supplied fitted with an be of sufficient depth to contain the foundation
approved diesel engine adequately sized for bolts. The pump unit should be installed with
the duty specified. For details of the engine the flange faces set in a vertical position.
supplied, refer to the manufacturer’s Packers may be placed under the baseplate
instructions. near the bolt holes to level the unit if the floor is
uneven. The foundation bolts should be
The proprietary flexible coupling has been
tightened and the shaft alignment checked
selected to meet the power transmission and
again before commissioning and putting the
other operating requirements for the pumpset.
pump into operation.
Coupling fitting and maintenance details are
For full installation instructions and guidance
given in the manufacturer’s instructions in.
on the design of suitable foundations for
4. Assembly and Installation pumpsets refer to the SPP Pumps, Inc Guide
to Pump Installation, obtainable on request
Shearing Hazard from SPP Pumps, Inc.
Do NOT place fingers or hands 4.6 Pump Preparation
etc. into the suction or discharge
pipe outlets and do NOT touch Abrasion & Entrapment
the impeller, if rotated this may Hazard
cause severe injury. To prevent Do NOT touch any moving or
ingress of any objects, retain the protection rotating parts. Guards are
covers or packaging in place until removal is provided to prevent access to these parts,
necessary for installation. where they have been removed for
maintenance they MUST be replaced before
4.1 Hydro Test
Should pressure testing of the pipework operating the equipment.
installation be undertaken following the When required for storage purposes the
installation of the pump, the pump should be packing rings and related components may be
blanked off such that it is not included in the supplied loose. Ensure that the packing is
pressure test. If unclear please contact SPP installed as per instructions in section 6.2
for guidance. paragraphs 10 to 20.
Remove packaging but leave the flange covers
4.2 Initial Inspection for Damage
During transport and storage, accidental in place, check that impeller rotates freely by
damage to the pump may have occurred. hand by turning the shaft.
When the pump is to be installed, or in the If the pump has been in storage, remove any
event of a handling accident, carefully check protective coatings. If the bearing housings
that the pump is not damaged before were filled with grease remove the bearing
installation and commissioning. housings, clean, and re-lubricate the bearings.
4.3 Preparation for Mounting 4.7 Suction Pipework
Before installation, check that the pump The run of suction pipework must be such that
mounting location is suitable for accepting the air can NOT become trapped where it would be
pump. Refer to the certified General Assembly drawn into the pump on starting. The bore of
drawing, for details of pump installation the suction pipe is recommended to be one or
dimensions. two sizes larger than the pump suction branch
and reducers if used must be eccentric to
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eliminate the possibility of an air pocket being reverse rotation and a discharge valve is
formed. usually fitted for isolation purposes to allow for
inspection and maintenance on the pump.
CONCENTRIC REDUCER
WILL TRAP AIR IN THE Where adverse suction conditions may cause
SUCTION PIPE the pump to lose its prime, the use of an
external automatic priming device, such as a
vacuum pump, is recommended.
CHECK DISCHARGE DISCHARGE

INCREASER VALVE VALVE PIPE
X Foundation Plinth
FLAT TOP REDUCER

WILL NOT TRAP AIR IN
THE SUCTION PIPE
Check
Valve
Foundation Plinth Support
The suction and discharge pipework must be

independently supported and positioned such
that no excessive forces and moments are
exerted on the pump flanges.
Foundation Plinth
Failure to support suction
ATTENTION and delivery pipework may
Bends in the suction pipeline should be as result in distortion of the
large as possible, the pipe made as short and pump casing, with the possibility of early pump
as straight as possible and all joints must be failure.
fully airtight. A gradual rise in the suction
4.9 Guards
pipeline is recommended to prevent formation
of air pockets. If fitting a foot valve, it should If guards have been removed to install packing,
have a free area of one and a half times the they MUST be replaced to maintain safe
area of the suction pipe. operation of the pump. Refer to the General
Arrangement drawing for specific fixing
When pumping water at temperatures above
methods for the guarding supplied.
158°F, care must be taken to ensure that
enough pressure is available at the impeller 4.10 Coupling Alignment
entry to prevent vaporisation. Expansion joints
are recommended to prevent strain on the To minimise the bearing loading and to achieve
pump casing. full coupling and bearing life, it is
recommended that the shafts are aligned as
An appropriate fine strainer is recommended to accurately as possible i.e. well below the
prevent foreign matter from being drawn into allowable misalignment of the coupling.
the pump. A screen or basket strainer may also
be required to hold back larger items. These Refer to the coupling manufacturer’s
should be sized to maintain the flow through instructions or proceed generally thus:
them to below 1.97 ft/s. 1 Lateral Alignment
The suction pipe work must be flushed clean to Mount a dial gauge on
ensure that site debris is not drawn into the the motor shaft or PUMP
pump when it is commissioned. coupling with the
4.8 Discharge Pipework gauge running on the
outer-machined
The bore of the discharge pipe should ideally surface of the pump MOTOR
be sized to ensure a flow velocity of 8.20 to coupling. Turn the
9.84 ft/s is not exceeded. This is usually one motor shaft and note the total indicator reading.
size larger than the discharge branch. Pipe
work should be as short and straight as
possible to reduce friction head loss.
A non-return valve is usually fitted to prevent
the pump from excessive backpressure and
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2 Angular Alignment
Mount a dial gauge on 5. Commissioning and Operation
the motor shaft or 5.1 Commissioning Checks
coupling to run on a PUMP
face of the pump These checks must be done after first
coupling as near the installation and after pump maintenance that
outside edge as required removal of the rotating assembly.
possible. Turn the MOTOR
motor shaft and note Abrasion and Entrapment Hazard
the total indicator reading. Do NOT touch any moving or rotating
3 Confirm Lateral Alignment parts. Guards are provided to prevent
access to these parts where they have
been removed for maintenance they MUST be
Mount the dial gauge replaced before operating the equipment.
on the pump shaft or PUMP
coupling with gauge Check that the rotating assembly is free to
running on the outer- rotate by hand before connecting the power
machined surface of supply. Also check that the piping system has
the motor coupling. MOTOR been properly connected with all joints
Turn the pump shaft in tightened and instrumentation is in position.
the direction of pump rotation, and note the Check that the pump is primed. Pumps should
total indicator reading. never be run dry as the pumped liquid acts as
4 Adjustment a lubricant for the close running fits
surrounding the impeller. Dry running can
For horizontal lateral adjustment move the cause serious damage to the pump and
motor using the motor jacking screws provided seals.
and for vertical and angular adjustment fit
shims between the motor feet and the Prime the pump using an ejector, exhauster or
baseplate. vacuum pump. If a foot valve is used in the
suction line the pump may be primed by
Note: Poor alignment is a major factor venting and filling the casing with liquid. Open
contributing to shortening of pump bearing and the air release valve to bleed any air trapped in
seal life. It is recommended that alignment is the seal housing, as the seal must be lubricated
checked frequently and maintained at below and dry running often results in premature seal
10% of the manufacturer’s specified figure or failure.
0.1mm.
ATTENTION Disconnect the pump drive
As the pump and motor feet are accurately by removal of the spacer
machined, any discrepancy may be due to from the coupling. Connect the electrical
foreign matter between any of the mating supply to the pump unit. Momentarily switch on
faces. These should be checked for motor and check direction of rotation. This
cleanliness before assembly and before should match the direction of rotation of the
resorting to using shims under the motor feet. pump. For three phase electric motors, if the
direction of rotation is incorrect, disconnect the
Shaft alignment must be checked again after supply and change over two of the three supply
the final positioning of the pump unit and phases. Replace the coupling spacer.
connection to pipework as this may have
disturbed the pump or motor mounting 5.2 Starting Procedure
positions. BEFORE A THRUSTREAM PUMP IS STARTED
4.11 Grouting ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE SUMP IS FILLED
TO THE CORRECT LEVEL WITH LIQUID, AND
A space of about 25mm should be left between THAT ANY LEVEL CONTROLS ARE
the top surface of the foundation plinth and the FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY.
underside of the baseplate to allow for Abrasion and Entrapment Hazard
grouting. Do NOT touch any moving or rotating
Recommended grouting should comprise one parts. Guards are provided to
part of cement to two parts of sand, with prevent access to these parts
sufficient water to produce a heavy creamy where they have been removed for
consistency. maintenance they MUST be replaced before
operating the equipment.
After the grout has dried, the alignment should
be checked before commissioning and putting Check that the suction valve is open and that
the pump into operation. the pump is primed.
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Open the discharge valve to one quarter open Hazardous Gases, Mists, Sprays
to prevent hydraulic lock from occurring. Switch and Leaks
on the motor and allow it to build up to full
Be aware of the hazards relating to the
operating speed. Slowly open discharge valve
pumped fluid, especially the
until the pump reaches the required duty
danger from inhalation of noxious and toxic
condition.
gases, skin and eye contact or penetration.
Check that the motor is not overloading, unit is Obtain and understand the hazardous
not vibrating or excessively noisy, the motor is substance (COSHH) data sheets relating to the
not overheating, and that the pump is pumped fluid and note the recommended
developing the correct flow and head emergency and first aid procedures.
requirements.
Periodic Checks:
If the pump is operating at its normal speed, the
a) Pump Bearings:
pump should be shut down at once if any of the
following defects are found: Check the bearing temperatures do not exceed
a) No liquid delivered. 176°F as an increase may indicate the early
stages of bearing trouble.
b) Not enough liquid delivered.
c) Not enough pressure. b) Noise:
d) Loss of liquid after starting. Listen for any unusual noise or an increase in
e) Vibration. normal sound level.
This may result from:
f) Motor runs hot. i) Loose fasteners for guards and other
g) Excessive noise from cavitation. equipment.
h) Pump overheating. ii) Air trapped in the pump i.e. the pump was
not fully primed.
Recommended corrective action for these iii) Cavitation.
faults is given in Section 7 Faults and Remedial iv) Small solids in the liquid.
Action.
c) Suction Gauge Reading:
5.3 During Operation
If this is lower than normal, investigate and
Hot Surfaces Hazard check that valves in the suction pipework are
Do NOT touch surfaces that during fully open or that the suction lift may have
normal running will be sufficiently hot to increased.
cause injury. These are marked with the d) Discharge Gauge Reading:
“HOT” warning symbol. Note that these
surfaces will remain hot after the pump has If this is lower than normal, check for a leak in
stopped: allow sufficient time for cooling the associated pipework or that a valve in the
before maintenance. Be cautious and note delivery line has been opened when normally it
that other parts of the pump may become hot if is partially closed.
a fault is developing. 5.4 Stopping Procedure
Cold Conditions Hazard Stop the motor then fully close the discharge
Do NOT operate water pumps in valve.
temperatures below freezing point,
without first checking that the pumped fluid 6. Maintenance and Service
is not frozen and the pump is free to turn. 6.1 General Introduction
Pumps in these environments should be
drained down during inactivity and re-primed SPP pumps, Inc. Thrustream pumps will
before starting. provide many years of trouble free service
when maintained in accordance with these
Hazardous Noise instructions. In the event of failure of the pump
In addition to local or site regulations for it is recommended that SPP Pumps, Inc.
noise protection, SPP Pumps, Inc Service Department are called to investigate
recommends the use of Personal Ear and carry out repairs. The following instructions
Protection equipment in all enclosed pump are given to cover the main elements of strip
rooms and particularly those containing diesel and rebuild but do NOT include instructions for
engines. Care must be taken to ensure that any work that MUST be done by a SPP Pumps, Inc.
audible alarm or warning signal can still be Service Engineer.
heard with ear defenders worn. The following hazards may arise during
maintenance work:
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Fluid Pressure Jet Hazards BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE ON

A PUMP, PARTICULARLY IF IT HAS BEEN
Check and ensure that the pump operates
HANDLING ANY FORM OF HAZARDOUS LIQUID,
at below the Maximum Working
ENSURE THAT THE UNIT IS SAFE TO WORK ON.
Pressure specified in the manual or on the
THE PUMP MUST BE FLUSHED THOROUGHLY
pump nameplate. And before maintenance
WITH A SUITABLE CLEANSER TO PURGE AWAY
ensure that the pump is drained down.
ANY OF THE PRODUCT LEFT IN THE PUMP
Hazardous Materials COMPONENTS. THIS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT
BY THE PLANT OPERATOR AND A CERTIFICATE
Wear a suitable mask or respirator when
OF CLEANLINESS OBTAINED BEFORE
working with packing or gasket
STARTING WORK. TO AVOID ANY RISK TO
parts that contain fibrous material, as these can
HEALTH IT IS ALSO ADVISABLE TO WEAR
be hazardous when the fibrous dust is inhaled.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AS RECOMMENDED BY
Be cautious if other supplier's components
THE SITE SAFETY OFFICER, ESPECIALLY WHEN
have been substituted for genuine SPP Pumps,
REMOVING OLD SEALS OR GASKETS THAT MAY
Inc. parts as these may then contain hazardous
BE CONTAMINATED.
materials.
6.2 Preparation for Maintenance
Hazardous Gases, Mists, Sprays and
Leaks Electric Shock & Accidental Starting
Beware of the hazards relating to the Hazard
pumped fluid, especially the danger from
ISOLATE the equipment before any
inhalation of noxious and toxic gases, skin and
maintenance work is done. Switch off the
eye contact or penetration. Obtain and
mains supply, remove fuses, apply lock-outs where
understand the hazardous substance (COSHH)
applicable and affix suitable isolation warning signs to
data sheets relating to the pumped fluid and note
prevent inadvertent re-connection.
the recommended emergency and first aid
During maintenance personnel should be aware of
procedures.
the risks of inhaling dangerous fumes or vapours.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule No special tools are required for pump dismantling
and re-assembly. However, it is important to ensure
INSPECTION REMARKS
the suitable lifting equipment is available and that the
Daily Checks: (Manned Installations) work is carried out in a clean area.
Visually check pump for leaks.
Carefully check the Check the bearing housing 6.3 Repacking the Stuffing Box
bearing housing for temperature with a suitable Where a soft packed gland seal is fitted it will be
any sign of thermometer & refer to Fault necessary to replace the packing rings periodically
temperature rise. Finding Chart in Section 7.
when the gland can no longer be tightened to reduce
Maximum running temperature
is 80°C (176°F).
leakage to the normal level, or if the gland is
overheating.
Check the pump for Refer to Fault Finding Chart in
vibration. Section 7.
Packing Removal Procedure
Adjust gland to When gland is fully compressed,
maintain slight change or add more packing. 1 Close the suction & discharge valves and
leakage and check (Refer to Soft Packed Seal release pressure from the casing, remove the gland
that gland drains maintenance instructions in retaining nuts (5920001) and pull the gland
are clear. section 6.3).
(2230001) clear of the stuffing box.
Three Monthly Maintenance: 2 Carefully withdraw the old packing and
Lubricate the pump Use Texaco Multifak All Purpose lantern ring (2270001), using a pair of extractor tools
bearings with 15- EP2 grease or equivalent grease of the correct size placed on opposite sides of the
20g of grease. to DIN 51825: KP2 K-30. Do not
pump shaft (1800001).
overfill the bearing housing, as
the bearings will overheat if
overfilled.
Six Monthly Maintenance:
Check coupling Refer to maintenance instructions
alignment. Check adjust or renew parts as
coupling pins and necessary.
bushes for wear.
Check holding- Tighten as necessary.
down bolts for
tightness.
OVERHAUL
An overhaul is to be carried out when pump
performance falls below an acceptable level.
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Stuffing Box Data

PACKING SIZE
PUMP SLEEVE SIZE of NO. OF
LENGTH RING RINGS
SHAFT DIA. SQUARE
of ONE ID x OD PER
MODULE Mm SECTION RING mm x mm BOX
mm
mm
1 and
45 10 175 45 x 65 4
1 Special
2 and
61 12 230 61 x 85 4
2 Special
3 and
76 12 280 76 x 100 4
3 Special
1T 85 12.5 310 85 x 110 3
Note: Fire pumps TE08D, TE10D; TE12E & TF15E
have a split bush in place of the first two packing rings
in the stuffing box and only TWO packing rings per box.
3 Clean the sleeve, the bore of stuffing box, the Note: Fire pumps TX12D, TY12D, TX15E & TY15E
have only THREE packing rings per box.
lantern ring and the split gland with a clean
oily cloth.
PACKING SIZE
SIZE of NO. OF
SLEEVE LENGTH
PUMP RING RINGS
DIA. SQUARE of ONE
SHAFT SECTION ID x OD PER
Mm RING mm x mm BOX
mm
mm
TQ25B 120 12 430 120 x 145 6
BM08D(T) 105 16 370 105 x 137 5
BR12C(T),
105 16 370 105 x 137 5
BR12D(T)
BS08A ,B & 5
105 16 370 105 x 137
C(T)
BS12A (T) 113 16 400 113 x 145 5
8 To assist in cutting rings, two guide lines

parallel to the shaft axis and separated by a
distance equal to the packing section may be
drawn on the spiral.
4 Check the sleeve for concentricity with the 9 Cut each ring from the spiral at an angle of
stuffing box bore and that that the surface 45° diagonally across the guidelines.
under the packing rings is free from scores,
pitting or grooves.
o
5 Examine the gland for general condition and 45
replace if damaged.
Packing Preparation
6 If the packing is to be cut from a coil or long
length the size, number of rings and length is
thus: Repacking Procedure
7 Wrap the packing around a dummy shaft, of 10 Insert the first ring and tap it to the bottom of
the same diameter as the sleeve. the stuffing box. Each following ring should
be installed in the same manner and
positioned in the stuffing box so that the
"split" is advanced 120°.
11 Install the lantern ring (2270001) in its proper
position to align with the seal lubrication
connection, allowing for movement of the ring
deeper into the box as the packing is
compressed.
12. When the all the rings have been inserted,
the last packing ring should not protrude from
the stuffing box face.
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13. Slide the gland into the stuffing box and Appendix I for motor maintenance details.
ensure that it sits squarely against the last
6.5 Bearing Replacement
packing ring. Fit the gland retaining nuts and
washers (5920001 & 5820001) on the studs Ball bearings will provide satisfactory service
and tighten evenly to finger pressure. for their designed working life if they are
correctly lubricated and inspected at the
14. Start the pump as per paragraph 5.2, allow
intervals shown in Section 6. -
pressure to increase to normal level and
Recommended Maintenance Schedule.
ensure that air is not trapped in the pump
casing. Bearing Specifications
15. A soft packed gland must have slight steady Pump Shaft Ball Bearing
leakage, and this should start soon after the Module Reference No.
pump reaches its normal operating pressure. Module 1 6306
16. If gland leakage stops, the pump will Module 2 6309
overheat leading to seal damage or Module 3 6312
premature pump failure. If overheating is
Module 1T 6411
detected, the pump must be stopped and
allowed to cool and when restarted, gland
leakage should start. Pump Shaft DE NDE
17. If the pump overheats again, stop the pump TQ25B (Module 2E) 6218 7218
restart it again, do not slacken the gland BM08D(T) 7315 6315
retaining nuts. BR12C(T), BR12D(T) 7314 6314
18. After the pump had been running for 10 BS08A ,B & C (T) 7314 6314
minutes with steady leakage, tighten the BS12A (T) 7316 6316
gland nuts by one sixth of a full turn. Continue
to adjust at 10-minute intervals, each time A suitable bearing puller is required for removal of the
evenly, by one sixth of a full turn, until bearings from the pump shaft. If a puller is not
leakage is reduced to an acceptable level (30 available, a hammer and soft metal drift may be used
drops per minute minimum). to tap evenly around the circumference of the inner
ring.
19. Excessive gland pressure will cause damage
by cutting off lubrication to the packing, and Exerting force on the outer ring of a ball bearing can
the packing will burn and damage the cause severe damage.
shaft/sleeve. The work area and all tools used for bearing
6.4 Bearing Lubrication replacement must be clean and free of dust and grit
to prevent contamination of a clean bearing and new
The ball bearings are supplied pre-loaded grease.
with appropriate grease. A grease nipple and
seals are fitted to the bearing housing to Ball bearings should not be dismantled.
ensure that grease is retained inside the When replacing all the bearings, complete the
bearing housing. A small leakage through replacement of the non-drive end bearings BEFORE
the seals is normal and regular greasing is commencing to replace the drive end bearings.
required to replace these losses.
It is important to know the weight of grease Non-Drive End Bearing Replacement Procedure
delivered by each stroke your grease gun to 1. Remove the four hexagon screws and
ensure application of the correct amount of washers (5710001 & 8490001) and pull the
grease. bearing housing (2400201) off the bearing. If
It is recommended that the drive end needed, a pair of pry bars may be used to
bearings are topped up as per the lever the bearing housing off the bearing.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule in 2. Using a suitable punch, flatten the lock
Section 6. washer (4150001) and unscrew the bearing
Recommended Grease Lubricant: locknut (3360001).
International DIN 51825: 3. Fit a suitable bearing puller in place and pull
Standard KP2 K-30 the bearing off the shaft end.
As Supplied with TEXACO MULTIFAK ALL 4. Clean the bearing thoroughly with an
a new pump. PURPOSE EP2 approved cleaning fluid.
Note: Greasing points may be provided for the 5. Dry the bearing with dry compressed air or
bearings on the electric motor fitted, refer to with a clean soft cloth by hand.
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6. DO NOT SPIN A CLEAN DRY BEARING. 3. Clean the bearing thoroughly with an
approved cleaning fluid.
7. Inspect the bearing for wear, fractures,
cracks, corrosion or other damage, which 4. Dry the bearing with dry compressed air or
may necessitate replacement. with a clean soft cloth by hand.
8. Lightly oil the bearing and wrap them in 5. DO NOT SPIN A CLEAN DRY BEARING.
greaseproof paper to prevent contamination
6. Inspect the bearing for wear, fractures,
before reassembly.
cracks, corrosion or other damage, which
9. Check that the shaft and bearing housing are may necessitate replacement.
clean and undamaged.
7. Lightly oil the bearing and wrap it in
10. It is recommended that a new ‘V’ ring seal greaseproof paper to prevent contamination
(5000001) is fitted when bearings are before reassembly.
replaced.
8. Check that the shaft and bearing housing are
11. Wipe the ‘V’ ring seal recess in the support clean and undamaged.
frame (2200001) with grease, slide the new
9. It is recommended that a new ‘V’ ring seal
‘V’ ring seal onto the shoulder ring (1990001)
(5000001) is fitted when bearings are
and locate in the recess in the support frame.
replaced.
12. Heat the bearing to approximately 1000C
10. Wipe the ‘V’ ring seal recess in the support
(2120F) using bearing hotplate, induction
frame (2200001) with grease, slide the new
heater or oven. NOTE - Do not exceed
‘V’ ring seal onto the shoulder ring (1990001)
1200C (2480F).
and locate in the recess in the support frame.
13. Slide the heated bearing onto the shaft to
11. Heat the bearing (2400201) to approximately
abut the shoulder. Ensure that the bearing
1000C (2120F) using bearing hotplate,
sits fully and squarely against the shoulder.
induction heater or oven. NOTE - Do not
14. Cool the bearing to room temperature and exceed 1200C (2480F).
coat both sides with two/three ounces of
12. Slide the heated bearing onto the shaft to
recommended grease.
abut the shoulder. Ensure that the bearing
15. Place the locking washer (4150001) onto the sits fully and squarely against the shoulder.
shaft and screw on the bearing lock nut
13. Cool the bearing to room temperature and
(3360001).
coat both sides with two/three ounces of
16. Fit and tighten the bearing locknut to 300 Nm recommended grease.
and lift the tab of the lock washer.
14. Coat the inside of the bearing housing
17. Coat the inside of the bearing housing (2400201) with grease and slide into place
(2400201) with grease and slide into place over bearing.
over bearing.
15. Fit four hexagon screws and washers
18. Fit four hexagon screws and washers (5710001 & 8490001), tighten evenly to pull
(5710001 & 8490001), tighten evenly to pull the bearing housing into place.
the bearing housing into place.
16. Refit the coupling and motor, check and
adjust the alignment as per instructions in
Drive End Bearing Replacement Procedure
section.
To inspect or replace the drive end bearings
6.6 Pump Overhaul and Repairs
without removal of the rotating assembly from
the pump casing, it is necessary to remove the Refer to a certified Pump Section drawing or
pump shaft coupling and ensure that there is the typical cross section drawing in Section 8.
sufficient clearance between the pump shaft Note the hazards outlined in Section 6.
and the motor coupling. If a spacer coupling
has not been used it may be necessary to Impeller Inspection Procedure
demount the motor to achieve the required
clearance. 1 Isolate the pump and drain the casing using
the air vent valves (4500001) and drain plug
1. Remove the four hexagon screws and (6100201) provided.
washers (5710001 & 8490001) and pull the
bearing housing (2400101) off the bearing. If
needed, a pair of pry bars may be used to 2 Remove the seal lubrication pipes (5600001)
lever the bearing housing off the bearing. from the insert (9790001).
2. Fit a suitable bearing puller in place and pull 3 Remove the nuts (5800101) from the casing
the bearing off the shaft end.
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studs (5900101 & 5900201) securing the top the impellers (159001), for acceptable
half casing (1220001) to the bottom half clearance information please refer to SPP
casing (1230001). Pumps, Inc.
4 Press or tap out the spring dowels (6110001). Procedure to dismantle the Rotating Assembly
5 Using a pair of pry bars in the slots provided 1. Remove both bearing housings and bearings
between the top and bottom casings, apply as per the bearing replacement procedure
pressure to break the gasket seal. paragraphs 1 to 9.
6 Using the eyebolt and a suitable lifting 2. Remove the nuts (5920001) and slide the
device, lift the top half casing (1220001) clear glands (2230001) off the end of the shaft
of the impeller, place to one side on a clean (1800001) and remove the inserts (9790001
flat surface. & 9790101) complete with packing rings
7 At this stage, the impeller may be inspected (4300001) and lantern rings (2270001) and
set aside for inspection.
for damage or blocking and cleaning if
necessary. Impeller removal:
To check the pump shaft (1800001) and 3. If not already removed, remove the case
impeller (1590001) and to replace the wear wear rings (1900001) and set aside for
rings (1900001) or soft packed seal sleeves inspection and measurement.
(3100001& 3100101), it is necessary to
remove the rotating assembly from the For Clockwise pump construction:
bottom half casing. 4. Using a suitable ‘C’ spanner, unscrew and
Preparation for Removal of the Rotating Assembly remove the free - non-drive end sleeve
(3100001).
Disconnect the motor coupling.
Provide a suitable lifting strap and support the Note: Light tapping with a soft faced mallet may be
weight of the rotating assembly thus: needed to free the impeller from the shaft, do
not damage the impeller if it is to be reused.
5. Using suitable pullers or levers slide the
impeller (1590001) of the shaft (1800001)
from the non-drive end.
6. Withdraw the impeller key (3200001) and

unscrew and remove the locked - drive end
sleeve (3100101).
For Counter Clockwise pump construction:
7. Using a suitable ‘C’ spanner, unscrew and
remove the free - drive end sleeve
(3100001).
8. Note: Light tapping with a soft faced mallet
may be needed to free the impeller from the
shaft, do not damage the impeller if it is to be
Removal of the Rotating Assembly Procedure reused.
1. Tap the inserts (9790001) with a soft-faced 9. Using suitable pullers or levers slide the
hammer to break the seal between the insert impeller (1590001) of the shaft (1800001)
and the bottom half casing (1230001). from the drive end.
2. Lift the rotating element out of the bottom half 10. Withdraw the impeller key (3200001) and
casing. unscrew and remove the locked – non-drive
3. Lift the rotating assembly clear of the bottom end sleeve (3100101).
half casing and support the shaft on suitable Cleaning and Inspection of Parts
‘V’ blocks with the impeller clear of the work
surface. 1. Clean the bearings thoroughly with an
approved cleaning fluid, kerosene or white
4 If necessary, remove the case wear ring spirit.
dowels (6100101) from the bottom half
casing (1230001). 2. Dry the bearings with dry compressed air or
with a clean soft cloth by hand and by
5 With feeler gauges, check the clearance spinning by hand. Confirm that the bearings
between the case wear rings (1900001) and rotate smoothly without slackness.
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3. DO NOT OVERSPIN A CLEAN DRY fitting surfaces and immediately repair or

BEARING. renew any previous coating. Use WRC
approved coating for pumps used for potable
4. Inspect the bearings for wear, fractures,
water.
cracks, corrosion or other damage to the
running surfaces, which may necessitate 15. Clean all threads with kerosene followed by
replacement. wire brushing, dry and wrap shaft threads
with protective adhesive tape.
5. Coat the bearings with rust preventive oil and
wrap in greaseproof paper. 16. If the unit is not to be reassembled
immediately, brush all bright iron and steel
surfaces with Texaco Rust Proof Compound
Note: It is recommended that all ‘V’ ring seals, ‘O’ L or Rust Proof Compound Spray or a
rings and gaskets: are replaced by new parts suitable equivalent rust preventive fluid.
during an overhaul. If ‘O’ rings are to be
17. Protect all parts against loss, weather or
reused, they should be left in place in their
mechanical damage.
grooves and protected from contamination by
oil and dirt. 6.7 Pump Assembly Instructions:
6. Remove all O-rings from their grooves and Before Assembly
discard where these are to be replaced.
1 Re-examine all old parts intended for re-
7. Remove all grease and other deposits from fitting. Worn, damaged or corroded parts
all other parts using suitable cleaning fluid should either be re-conditioned or, if beyond
and a clean dry cloth. this, be discarded and replaced by new.
8. Coat all unpainted carbon steel parts with a 2 Ensure that all parts to be refitted (especially
light smear of oil to prevent rust. new parts) are free from burrs, with screw
threads and abutting faces clean and free
9. Measure the inside diameter of plain bearing, from damage.
wear ring and interstage plate surfaces and 3 Examine 'O' and 'V' rings and renew if
the outside diameter of the shaft and wear showing wear, damage or deterioration.
ring surfaces on each impeller, calculate the
clearance and compare these with Rotor Reassembly
dimensions in Section 6.7.
1 Lightly smear the shaft (1800001) with clean
good quality grease.
Note: The position of the impeller key (3200001) and
the locked sleeve (3100101) or impeller nut
(3300001) is governed by the direction of
rotation of the pump. For clockwise pumps
10. Mount the shaft between point centres or on they are fitted at the drive end of the shaft
rollers, and place the stem of a dial indicator key slot and for counter-clockwise pumps
in contact with the shaft. Set the indicator dial they are at the non-drive end.
at zero and turn the shaft slowly by hand. For clockwise rotation:
Readings at any point A, B, C, D and E must
not vary more than 0.05mm (0.002"). IMPELLER DRIVE END IMPELLER
11. Examine the shaft sleeves for wear, replace KEY SLEEVE
the sleeve if it is scored or has any visible
surface damage.
12. If the shaft runs true within tolerance, DIMN. A
remount the shaft as in 2 but with the sleeve
fitted in position, and check the sleeves For counter-clockwise rotation:
runout at the packing contact positions.
Indicator readings must not vary more than NON-DRIVE END IMPELLER
0.08mm (0.003") IMPELLER SLEEVE KEY
13. The sleeve can be re-ground to provide a
new packing surface, to a maximum of
1.0mm (0.04") below the initial diameter. Do
not grind reduce sleeve diameter in the throat DIMN. B
bush area unless scored. The surface finish
of the sleeve should be 20-30 C.L.A Where the location was not marked, please
refer to the table below or to the pump section
14. Scour any rust or scale from internal iron non- drawing or to SPP Pumps, Inc. for
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dimensions A or B. 6. Position the casing wear rings (1900001) the

correct way round and with dowel holes at the
Pump Model Dim. ' A ' Dim. ' B ' bottom and slide onto the impeller.
mm mm
7. Lightly grease and carefully fit new ‘O’ rings
Clockwise Counter to the inserts.
Clockwise
8. Slide the inserts (9790001 & 9790101) on to
TB08D & E 283 287 the shaft with the guide vane at the top
TB10D & E 355 359 position.
TB12D, E & F 355 359
TB15E & F 355 359 9. Locate the support frames in position and
TC12F & G 283 287 insert the lantern rings (2270001) and the
TD10E & G 283 287 glands (223001), then slide into position over
TD12F 355 359 the shaft to abut the inserts.
TD15F & G 355 359 10. Fit washers and nuts (5900201 & 5800201)
TD20D & E 419 423 to retain the support frames.
TD25A 415 419
11. Fit the packing (4300001), lantern rings
TE08D 355 359
(2270001) and glands (2230001) in position
TE10A & D 355 359
as per instructions in section 6.2.
TE12E 355 359
TE15D & E 355 359 12. For modules 1, 2 & 3, fit new ‘V’ ring seals
TE20A & D 419 423 into the support frames (2200001) ready for
TE25A & D 419 423 assembly of the bearings and bearing
TF15E 419 423 housings. Fit the shoulder ring (1990001) to
TF20A, D, E, F,G& K 419 423 abut the shoulder.
TQ25B 579 583 13. For module 1T, fit the liquid thrower
TX12D 539 537 (5000001), oil seal (9300101) and the
TY12D 539 537 bearing cover (2700001) on the shaft
TX15E & F 539 537
14. Heat the non-drive end bearing (2400201) to
TY15E 539 537
approximately 1000C (2120F) using bearing
BM08D(T) 531 535
hot-plate, induction heater or oven. NOTE: -
BR12C(T), BR12D(T) 651 646 Do not exceed 1200C (2480F).
BS08A ,B & C (T) 620 535
BS12A (T) 617 594 15. Slide the heated bearing onto the shaft to
abut the shoulder or shoulder ring (1990001).
2 Screw the locked sleeve (3100101) or
impeller nut (3300001) onto the shaft 16. Cool the bearings to room temperature and
(1800001) to the initial setting dimension coat both sides with two/three ounces of
shown in the table above. Turn the nut or recommended grease.
sleeve to the nearest slot to align with the 17. For module 1T, fit the spacers (1980101).
keyway.
18. Place the locking washer (4150001) onto the
3 Place impeller key (3200001) into keyway shaft and screw on the bearing lock nut
and tap the stepped end right home under (3360001).
impeller locking nut or sleeve.
19. Fit and tighten the bearing locknut to 300 Nm
and lift the tab of the lock washer.
20. Repeat paragraphs 12 to 16 for the drive end
bearing.
21. Coat the inside of the bearing housings
(2400201) with grease and slide into place
over each bearing.
22. For modules 1, 2 & 3, secure the bearing
housings (2400201 & 2400101) to the inserts
(9790001) with four hexagon screws &
4 Check the impeller for correct direction of washers (5710001 & 8490001).
rotation and slide onto shaft.
23. For module 1T, fit the bearing caps
5. Screw free impeller locking sleeve (3100001) (2700001) to the bearing housings and
or nut (3100001) onto shaft to retain the position the oil seal (9300101) and liquid
impeller against the locked impeller nut or thrower (2360001).
sleeve.
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24. Check and install the dowel pins (6100101) 31. Check that the shaft turns freely by hand.
to locate the case wear rings (1900001).
32. Top up the bearing lubrication by applying
25. Place the rotating assembly into the pump several strokes with a grease gun.
casing bottom half (1230001). Correct any
33. The pump is now ready for re-coupling to the
excessive ‘O’ ring twisting or buckling. Check
motor and re-commissioning.
that the impeller is centralised in the casing
and that there are no rubs.
26. Install casing gasket (5190001) with a light

coat of commercial cup grease on both
gasket surfaces. Carefully align the inner
edge of the gasket with the insert ‘O’ rings.
27. Lower the upper half casing (1220001) into
place and install casing joint nuts (5800101).
28. NOTE: When installing upper half casing,
make sure that the ‘O’ rings (5220201) are
not cut or pinched and that the gasket is hard
against the ‘O’ rings.
29. Insert casing joint dowels (6110001) and
drive them home. Tighten the joint nuts
(5800101) to the specified torques
Thread Size lb/ft Nm

5/8” 120 160
7/8” 260 360
1” 440 600
30. Tighten the case screws in the following

sequence:
8 6
3 2
12 10
9 11
1 4
5 7
a) Tighten the four 'corner' screws marked

1, 2, 3 and 4.
b) Work outward along shaft axis toward the
stuffing boxes in opposite quarters
tightening screws in regions 5, 6, 7 and 8.
c) Work outward along the branch and in
opposite quarters tightening screws in
regions 9, 10, 11 and 12.
d) Repeat the whole sequence (a - d).
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7. Faults and Remedial Action CAUSE REMEDIAL ACTION

the static lift, if above rating, raise the
POTENTIAL FAULT OR DEFECT: liquid level or lower the pump.
No liquid delivered.
Insufficient liquid delivered. Not enough head Reduce the positive suction head by
for hot liquid. raising the liquid level.
Liquid delivered at low pressure.
Loss of liquid after starting. Inlet pipe not If the pump inlet cannot be lowered,
submerged provide a baffle to smother the inlet
Excessive vibration.
enough. vortex and prevent air entering with the
Motor runs hotter than normal.
liquid.
Excessive noise from pump cavitation.
Liquid density Refer to SPP Pumps, Inc. for guidance
PROBABLE CAUSES higher than rating. to increase the size or power of the
 Pump not primed. motor or engine.
   Speed too low.
Insufficient nett Increase the positive suction head by
  Speed too high. inlet head. lowering the pump or raising the liquid
     Air leak in suction pipework. level.
  Air leak in mechanical seal. Impeller blocked. Dismantle pump and clean the impeller.
    Air or gas in liquid.
Wrong direction of Check driver rotation with the direction
    Discharge head too high (above rating). rotation. arrow on the pump casing.
 Suction lift too high.
Excessive wear Replace the wear rings when the
 Not enough head for hot liquid. ring clearance. clearance exceeds the maximum
     Inlet pipe not submerged enough. tolerances.
   Viscosity of liquid greater than rating
Damaged Replace if damaged or vanes are
 Liquid density higher than rating. impeller. eroded.
     Insufficient nett inlet head.
Rotor binding. Check for shaft run out, and replace if
   Impeller plugged up or blocked. necessary.
   Wrong direction of rotation.
Defects in motor. Ensure that motor is adequately
  Excessive wear ring clearance. ventilated. Refer to manufacturer’s
   Damaged impeller. instructions.
 Rotor binding.
Voltage and/or If voltage and frequency are lower than
 Defects in motor. frequency lower the motor rating, arrange for provision
 Voltage and/or frequency lower than rating. than rating. of correct supply.
 Foundation not rigid. Foundation not Ensure that the foundation bolts are
  Misalignment of pump and driver. rigid. tight; check that foundations match
 Rotor out of balance. SPP pumps, Inc. Recommendations.
  Shaft bent. Misalignment of Check shaft run-out and replace if
 Impeller too small. pump and driver. necessary.
Rotor out of Check impeller for damage, replace as
CAUSE REMEDIAL ACTION balance. necessary.
Pump not primed. Fill pump and suction pipe completely Shaft bent. Check shaft run-out and replace if
with fluid. needed.
Speed too low. Check that the motor is correctly Impeller too small. Refer to SPP Pumps, Inc. for options
connected and receiving the full supply to fit a larger impeller.
voltage also confirm that the supply
frequency is correct.
Speed too high. Check the motor voltage.
Air leak in suction Check each flange for suction draught,
pipework rectify as necessary.
Air leak in Check all joints, plugs and flushing
mechanical seal. lines, if fitted. Note that prolonged
running with air in the mechanical seal
will result in damage and failure of the
seal.
Air or gas in liquid. It may be possible to increase the
pump performance to provide adequate
pumping.
Discharge head Check that valves are fully open and for
too high (above pipe friction losses. An increase in pipe
rating). diameter may reduce the discharge
pressure.
Suction lift too Check for obstruction of pump inlet and
high. for inlet pipe friction losses. Measure
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8. Pump Details:
8.1 Typical Pump Cross Section Drawing – Modules 1 and 2 (Double Entry Impeller)
This section applies to the following pump types:
Module 1 TB08D, E & F
Module 1 Special TC12F & G - TD10E, F & G
Module 2 TB10D, E & F - TB12D, E & F - TB15E & F - TD12F - TD15F & G - TD25A - TE10A and
TE15D, E, F & G
Module 2 Special TE10D & TE12E (with stuffing box variation)
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8.2 Typical Pump Cross Section Drawing – Modules 2E (Double Entry Impeller)
Module 2E TQ25B with Applicable Bearing type and location
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8.3 Typical Pump Cross Section Drawing – Module 2 Special (Single Entry Impeller)
This section applies to the following pump type:
Module 2 Special (Single Entry TE08D (with stuffing box packing variation)
Impeller)
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8.4 Typical Pump Cross Section Drawing – Modules 3 & 3 Special (Double Entry Impeller)
Module 3 TE20A & D - TE25A & D - TF20A,D,E,F,G & K,
Module 3 Special TD20D & E , TF15E, G, H & J
Module 3 Special TF15E, G, H & J (with stuffing box packing variation)
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8.5 Typical Pump Cross Section Drawing – Module 1T (Two Stage Fire Pump)
Module 1T TX12D – TY12D - TX15E & F - TY15E
Hydrostream Thru-bore BM08D(T)
Hydrostream Thru-bore BM08D(T) Applicable Bearing position
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8.6 Typical Section (THRU-BORE) Cross Section Drawing – (Double Entry Impeller)
Hydrostream Thru-bore BR12C & D (T) - BS08A, B & C (T) – BS12A(T)
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Item Description Qty

8.7 Parts Identification List:
3360001 Bearing Retaining Nut 1
Note: Pump construction may vary slightly 4150001 Bearing Lock Washer 1
between the different pump sizes within 1990001 Shoulder Ring 2
each module, it is important to refer to the 1980101 Spacer Ring 1
specific pump section drawing and to quote 4410001 Grease Nipple 2
the pump serial number when ordering 5420001 Elbow 90deg. 2
parts to ensure that the correct part is
5590001 Stud Coupling 4
supplied in the original material of
construction. 5420001 Tubular Piece 2
1990001 Shoulder Ring 2
Item Description Qty
5600001 Pipe 2
1220001 Casing Top Half 1
3200001 Bearing Spacer 1
1230001 Casing Bottom Half 1
3200001 Key Impeller 1
5900101 Casing Stud Varies
3300001 Impeller Nut 2
5900201 Casing Stud 4
3210001 Key Coupling 1
6110001 Casing Dowel 2
4500001 Auto-Air Release Valve 1
6100201 Dowel Pin - Insert 2
Different Parts for two stage pumps
5800101 Hexagon Nut Full Casing Varies
2040001 Interstage Plate (Two Stage) 1
6060001 Casing Priming Plug (Not Shown) 2
6100101 Dowel 1
5190001 Casing Gasket 1
5220201 O Ring – Interstage Plate 1
1590001 Impeller 1
3130001 Impeller Spacer (Two Stage) 1
1900001 Impeller Wear Ring (Where fitted) 2
5220301 O Ring – Impeller Spacer 2
6630001 Setscrew Impeller Wear Ring 4
1580001 Impeller (CW Second Stage) 1
1900001 Case Wear Ring 2
1570001 Impeller (CCW First Stage) 1
6100101 Dowel Case Wear Ring 2
2010001 Interstage Neck Bush 1
9790001 Insert 2
6680001 Socket Set Screw – Neck Bush 2
5900301 Stud – Insert 8
1920101 Spacer Ring 2
5920001 Stud – Gland 4 2270001 Lantern Ring 2
Hexagon Nut Full – Support
5800201 8 2270101 Lantern Ring 2
Frame
5220101 O Ring – Sleeve - Inner 2
5820001 Hexagon Nut Full – Gland 4
9790001 Insert 1
6060101 Plug – Insert 2
9790101 Insert 1
5220101 O Ring - Insert 2
9080001 Cover Plate 1
2270001 Lantern Ring 2
2700001 Bearing Cover 1
3100001 Sleeve - Locked 1
2700101 Bearing Cover 1
3100101 Sleeve – Free 1
5710001 Hexagon Headed Screw 8
5220101 O Ring – Sleeve / Nut 2
9300101 Oil Seal 2
2230001 Gland 2
9300201 Oil Seal 1
4300001 Packing 8
2360001 Liquid Thrower 2
2300001 Mechanical Seal Assy. 2
5830001 Socket Set Screw 2
2070001 Spacer Ring (Stuffing Box) 2
5220201 O Ring Insert 2
2220001 Support Frame 2 Replacement parts should be obtained from SPP
5710001 Hexagon Headed Screw 8 Pumps, Inc. Spares Department. Use of parts
from unapproved suppliers will invalidate the
8490001 Plain Washer 8 pump warranty. When ordering the spare parts
2400201 Bearing Housing Non-Drive End 1 please quote the pump serial number from the
6650001 Plug Bearing Housing N.D.E 1 pump identification plate.
2400101 Bearing Housing Drive End 1
2600001 Deep Groove Ball Bearing 1
2630001 Angular contact Ball Bearing 2
1800001 Pump Shaft 1
5000001 V ring Seal 2
3030101 Eyebolt 1
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Pump Connections:
Pump Connection: Size & Type Pump Type Flange Rating
TA12D
Pressure Gauge Rp ¼ TB08D, E & F
Suction Gauge Rp ¼ TB10D, E & F
Casing Vent Rp ¼ TB12D, E & F
TB15E & F
Casing Drain Rp ½ TC12F & G
Gland Drain Rp ⅜ TD10E, F, G
TD12F
TD15F & G
Pump Flange Rating: TD20D & E
TD25A
Pump Type Flange TE10A & D
Rating ANSI B16.1
TE12E
TB08D, E & F TE15D, E, F & G Class 250
TB10D, E & F TE20A & D
TB12D, E & F TE08D
TB15E & F TE25A & D
TD10G TF15E, G, H & J
TE10A & D ANSI TF20A, D, E, F, G &
TF20A, D, E, F, G & K K
TD15F & G B16.1
TQ25B
TE08D Class 125 BR12C & D (T)
TQ25B BS08A, B & C (T)
BR12C & D (T) BS12A (T)
BS08A, B & C (T) BM08D(T)
BS12A (T) TE10A ANSI B16.1
BM08D(T)
Class 150
TE08D ANSI B16.1
Class 300
TE10A
PN16
TE08D
PN25
TX12D
TX15E & F
TY12D PN40
TY15E
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9. Standard Metric Nut and Bolt Torque Recommendations

This information is for reference only. The user must check that the torque figures listed here are applicable to the
fasteners used. Nuts and bolts should be neither under nor over tightened.
Approximate Torque (ft-lbs) for Bolt Diameters:
Grade of Bolt
1/4 5/16 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 7/8 1 1 1/4 1 1/2
A 4 7 13 32 64 113 182 273 545 949
ASTM A449 /
8 17 31 75 150 267 429 644 1121 1950
SAE J429 Grade 5
ASTM A354-BD /
12 25 44 106 212 376 606 909 1817 3162
SAE J429 Grade 8
Note: These torque figures are approximate, and for un-plated fasteners only. No allowance has been made for
special finishes or lubricants, washers or mating surfaces.
Bolt and Nut Grade Combinations

Grade of BOLT A 5 8 Note: It is permissible to fit higher grade
Grade of NUT A 5 8 nuts than recommended.
Grade Identification
BOLTS - Grade A
ASTM A307 Grade A. Grade marking is optional. Normally there will be no markings:
BOLTS - Grade 5 BOLTS - Grade 8

ASTM A449 / SAE J429 Grade 5 ASTM A354-BD / SAE J429 Grade
marking is mandatory, may also 8 marking is mandatory, may also
have trade marks have trade marks
NUTS
Grade A Grade 5 Grade 8
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Installation & Maintenance Record:

Date Summary of maintenance & repairs done - replacement parts fitted etc:
Initial Alignment TIR readings:
First Lateral Check: …………… Angular Check: ………….. Confirmed Lateral Check: …………..
Final Alignment TIR readings:
First Lateral Check: …………… Angular Check: ………….. Confirmed Lateral Check: …………..
Installed & Commissioned Signed –
Commissioning Engineer
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10. SPARES & SERVICE

SPP Pumps, Inc. operates a comprehensive Spares and Service support network throughout the world, and
can be contacted as follows:
SPARES & SERVICE Telephone: +1 770 409 3280

For spare parts, supply only. Ask for - Spares Dept.
For breakdowns,
Spare parts and on-site fitting,
Pump installation and commissioning,
and service contracts. Ask for - Service Dept.
Spares & Service Office

SPP Pumps, Inc. Fax line: +1 770 409 3290
2905 Pacific Drive
Norcross, Georgia
30071
United States of America
Copies of this manual are available from the SPP Pumps, Inc. Spares & Service Department by quoting the
manual reference number and revision number.
You may enter details from your pump nameplates here for quick reference.
(Refer Applicable Name Plate)
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Centrifugal Fire Pumps, Split Case

(gpm) Size (in.) Model Dsg (psi) (rpm) (psi)

200 3 TB08D 96-149 3550 225

200 4 TD10E 98-169 2950 225

200 4 TD10E 109-187 3100 225

200 4 TD10E 140-210 3550 225

250 3 TB08D 94-147 3550 225

250 4 TD10E 97-168 2950 225

250 4 TD10E 108-186 3100 225

250 4 TD10E 139-209 3550 225

300 3 TB08D 93-145 3550 225

300 4 TD10E 96-167 2950 225

300 4 TD10E 106-185 3100 225

300 4 TD10E 138-207 3550 225

400 3 TB08D 87-139 3550 225

400 4 TB10D 105-144 3550 225

400 4 TD10E 134-205 3550 225

400 4 TD10E 92-164 2950 225

400 4 TD10E 102-182 3100 225

400 4 by 3 TB08F 88-139 3550 225

450 4 by 3 TB08F 87-135 3550 225

500 4 by 3 TB08F 85-131 3550 225

500 5 by 4 TD10F 162-260 3550 340

500 6 by 4 TB10F 90-174 3550 262

500 3 TB08D 81-133 3550 225

500 3 TB08E 54-104 3550 225

500 4 TB10D 102-139 3550 225

500 5 TB12D 112-148 3550 225

500 5 TC12F 43-49 1760 225

500 5 TC12F 48-72 2100 225

500 5 TC12F 53-92 2350 225

500 5 TC12F 67-113 2600 225

500 5 TC12F 118-208 3550 225

500 5 TC12G 138-193 3550 225

500 4 TD10E 66-99 2350 225

500 4 TD10E 68-124 2600 225

500 4 TD10E 86-158 2950 225

500 4 TD10E 97-176 3100 225

500 4 TD10E 129-200 3550 225

500 3 TE08D 128-195 2600 362.5

500 3 TE08D 152-229 2800 362.5

500 3 TE08D 133-257 2950 362.5

500 3 TE08D 139-268 3000 362.5

500 4 TE10D 44-90 1760 362.5

500 4 TE10D 65-122 2100 362.5

500 4 TE10D 72-137 2200 362.5

500 4 TE10D 81-150 2300 362.5

500 4 TE10D 87-162 2400 362.5

500 4 TE10D 96-176 2500 362.5

500 4 TE10D 104-193 2600 362.5

500 4 TE10D 121-229 2800 362.5

500 4 TE10D 131-247 2900 362.5

500 4 TE10D 135-255 2950 362.5

500 4 TE10D 141-264 3000 362.5

500 5 TE12E 72-131 2100 362.5

500 5 TE12E 80-143 2200 362.5

500 5 TE12E 87-158 2300 362.5

500 5 TE12E 97-171 2400 362.5

500 5 TE12E 104-187 2500 362.5

500 4 TB10E 81-108 3550 225