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INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
MODEL
PAH6C60C-B
GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE I - 1
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INTRODUCTION
Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp pump. HAZARD AND INSTRUCTION
Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely DEFINITIONS
install and operate your pump. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or damage to the The following are used to alert maintenance per
pump. sonnel to procedures which require special atten
tion, to those which could damage equipment, and
to those which could be dangerous to personnel:
Because pump installations are seldom identical,
this manual cannot possibly provide detailed in
structions and precautions for every aspect of
each specific application. Therefore, it is the re
sponsibility of the owner/installer of the pump to
ensure that applications not addressed in this Immediate hazards which WILL result in
manual are performed only after establishing that severe personal injury or death. These
neither operator safety nor pump integrity are com instructions describe the procedure re
promised by the installation. Pumps and related quired and the injury which will result
equipment must be installed and operated ac from failure to follow the procedure.
cording to all national, local and industry stan
dards.
If there are any questions regarding the pump or Hazards or unsafe practices which
its application which are not covered in this man COULD result in severe personal injury
ual or in other literature accompanying this unit, or death. These instructions describe
please contact your Gorman‐Rupp distributor, or the procedure required and the injury
The Gorman‐Rupp Company: which could result from failure to follow
the procedure.
NOTE
Instructions to aid in installation, operation, and
maintenance or which clarify a procedure.
For information or technical assistance on the
power source, contact the power source manufac
turer's local dealer or representative.
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SAFETY ‐ SECTION A
This information applies to Prime Aire containing specified entrained solids.
Series basic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has Do not attempt to pump volatile, corro
no control over or particular knowledge sive, or flammable liquids which may
of the power source which will be used. damage the pump or endanger person
Refer to the manual accompanying the nel as a result of pump failure.
power source before attempting to be
gin operation.
when required for startup or shutdown gaged to be ejected with great force. Al
procedures. low the pump to cool completely before
servicing.
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INSTALLATION - SECTION B
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. dicated by the arrow on the pump body
and on the accompanying decal. Refer to
Since pump installations are seldom identical, this
ROTATION in OPERATION, Section C.
section offers only general recommendations and
d. Check levels and lubricate as necessary. Re
practices required to inspect, position, and ar
fer to LUBRICATION in the MAINTENANCE
range the pump and piping.
AND REPAIR section of this manual and per
Most of the information pertains to a standard form duties as instructed.
static lift application where the pump is posi e. If the pump and power source have been
tioned above the free level of liquid to be pumped. stored for more than 12 months, some of the
components or lubricants may have ex
If installed in a flooded suction application where ceeded their maximum shelf life. These must
the liquid is supplied to the pump under pressure, be inspected or replaced to ensure maxi
some of the information such as mounting, line mum pump service.
configuration, and priming must be tailored to the
specific application. Since the pressure supplied If the maximum shelf life has been exceeded, or if
to the pump is critical to performance and safety, anything appears to be abnormal, contact your
be sure to limit the incoming pressure to 50% of Gorman‐Rupp distributor or the factory to deter
the maximum permissible operating pressure as mine the repair or updating policy. Do not put the
shown on the pump performance curve. pump into service until appropriate action has
been taken.
For further assistance, contact your Gorman‐Rupp
distributor or the Gorman‐Rupp Company. POSITIONING PUMP
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION
Lifting
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SUCTION LINES
Pump performance is adversely effected by in
creased suction lift, discharge elevation, and fric To avoid air pockets which could affect pump prim
tion losses. See the performance curve and oper ing, the suction line must be as short and direct as
ating range shown on Page E‐1 to be sure your possible. When operation involves a suction lift, the
overall application allows pump to operate within line must always slope upward to the pump from
the safe operation range. the source of the liquid being pumped; if the line
slopes down to the pump at any point along the
suction run, air pockets will be created.
Materials
Fittings
Either pipe or hose maybe used for suction and
discharge lines; however, the materials must be Suction lines should be the same size as the pump
compatible with the liquid being pumped. If hose is inlet. If reducers are used in suction lines, they
used in suction lines, it must be the rigid‐wall, rein should be the eccentric type, and should be in
forced type to prevent collapse under suction. Us stalled with the flat part of the reducers uppermost
ing piping couplings in suction lines is not recom to avoid creating air pockets. Valves are not nor
mended. mally used in suction lines, but if a valve is used,
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install it with the stem horizontal to avoid air pock If there is a liquid flow from an open pipe into the
ets. sump, the flow should be kept away from the suc
tion inlet because the inflow will carry air down into
Strainers the sump, and air entering the suction line will re
duce pump efficiency.
A strainer or other device should be used to filter
If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc
solids larger than the pump's capacity to avoid
tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the
damage or decreased performance. Information
suction inlet at a distance 1 1/2 times the diameter
about solids size handling can be found on the per
of the suction pipe. The baffle will allow entrained
formance curve for your specific pump. When se
air to escape from the liquid before it is drawn into
lecting or installing a strainer, make certain that the
the suction inlet.
total area of the openings in the strainer is at least
three or four times the cross section of the suction
If two suction lines are installed in a single sump,
line, and the openings will not permit passage of
the flow paths may interact, reducing the efficiency
solids larger than the solids handling capability of
of one or both pumps. To avoid this, position the
the pump.
suction inlets so that they are separated by a dis
tance equal to at least 3 times the diameter of the
Sealing suction pipe.
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Siphoning
If the application involves a high discharge
head, gradually close the discharge
Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower
than that of the liquid being pumped unless a si
throttling valve before stopping the pump.
phon breaker is used in the line. Otherwise, a si
phoning action causing damage to the pump ALIGNMENT
could result.
The alignment of the pump and its power source is
critical for trouble‐free mechanical operation. In
Valves
either a flexible coupling or V‐belt driven system,
the driver and pump must be mounted so that their
This pump is designed with a check valve in the shafts are aligned with and parallel to each other. It
discharge line. is imperative that alignment be checked after the
pump and piping are installed, and before opera
If a throttling valve is desired in the discharge line, tion.
use a valve as large as the largest pipe to minimize
friction losses. Never install a throttling valve in a NOTE
suction line. Check Rotation, Section C, before final alignment
of the pump.
With high discharge heads, it is recommended that
a throttling valve and a system check valve be in
stalled in the discharge line to protect the pump When mounted at the Gorman‐Rupp factory, driver
from excessive shock pressure and reverse rota and pump are aligned before shipment. Misalign
tion when it is stopped. ment will occur in transit and handling. Pumps
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INSTALLATION PAGE B - 5
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Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu One method is through the use of an optional heat
facturer's instructions. If the belts are too loose, ed priming chamber, which is available as a facto
they will slip; if the belts are too tight, there will be ry‐installed option or as a retrofit kit for most mod
excessive power loss and possible bearing failure. els (consult the factory). This method pumps heat
Select pulleys that will match the proper speed ra ed liquid from the engine cooling system through
tio; overspeeding the pump may damage both the priming chamber to heat the chamber and its
pump and power source. contents. This method is particularly effective
where pumping cycles are short enough to ensure
that the liquid in the priming chamber never fully
freezes.
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OPERATION - SECTION C
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Rotation
Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and The correct direction of pump rotation is counter
decals attached to the pump. clockwise when facing the impeller. The pump
could be damaged and performance adversely af
fected by incorrect rotation. If pump performance
is not within the specified limits (see the curve on
page E‐1), check the direction of power source ro
tation before further troubleshooting.
This pump is designed to handle liquids
containing large entrained solids and If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re
slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola move V‐belts, couplings, or otherwise disconnect
tile, corrosive, or flammable liquids the pump from the motor before checking motor
which may damage the pump or endan rotation. Operate the motor independently while
ger personnel as a result of pump fail observing the direction of the motor shaft, or cool
ure. ing fan.
The pump will begin to prime upon startup. The air OPERATION
in the suction line will be discharged from the educ
tor discharge line. Complete priming is indicated Leakage
by a positive discharge pressure reading.
Once the pump is fully primed, no leakage should
If full priming is not achieved, the discharge check be visible at pump mating surfaces, or at pump
valve may be malfunctioning. If this occurs, shut connections or fittings. Keep all line connections
down the pump and consult Maintenance and and fittings tight to maintain maximum pump effi
Repair, Section E for further details. ciency.
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Overheating can occur if operated with the valves Never introduce air or steam pressure into the
in the suction or discharge lines closed. Operating pump casing or piping to remove a blockage. This
against closed valves could bring the liquid to a could result in personal injury or damage to the
boil, build pressure, and cause the pump to rup equipment. If backflushing is absolutely neces
ture or explode. If overheating occurs, stop the sary, liquid pressure must be limited to 50% of the
pump immediately and allow it to completely cool maximum permissible operating pressure shown
before servicing it. Approach any over‐heated on the pump performance curve.
pump cautiously.
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a closed discharge throttling valve, When pumps are first started, the bearings may
pump components will deteriorate, and seem to run at temperatures above normal. Con
the liquid could come to a boil, build tinued operation should bring the temperatures
pressure, and cause the pump casing to down to normal levels.
rupture or explode.
After stopping the pump, switch off the engine igni Air Compressor
tion and remove the key to ensure that the pump
will remain inoperative. The air compressor was lubricated for test at the
factory. However, always check the lubrication lev
PERIODIC CHECKS el before startup.
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TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D
Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
PUMP FAILS TO Discharge check valve contami Clean or replace check valve.
PRIME nated, damaged, or unable to seat.
Air leak in suction line. Correct leak.
Lining of suction hose collapsed. Replace suction hose.
Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket. Check pump vacuum. Replace
leaking or worn seal or gasket.
Suction lift or discharge head too high. Check piping installation and install
bypass line if needed. See INSTAL
LATION.
Air compressor damaged or belts bro Check and repair/replace.
ken.
Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if neces
sary.
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PUMP CLOGS Discharge flow too slow. Open discharge valve fully to in
FREQUENTLY crease flow rate, and run engine at
maximum governed speed.
Suction check valve or foot valve Clean valve.
clogged or binding.
Liquid solution too thick. Dilute if possible.
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BEARINGS RUN Bearing temperature is high, but Check bearing temperature regu
TOO HOT within limits. larly to monitor any increase.
Low or incorrect lubricant. Check for proper type and level of
lubricant.
Suction and discharge lines not prop Check piping installation for proper
erly supported. support.
Drive misaligned. Align drive properly.
Excessive tension on drive belt. Check belt tension. Adjust as
required.
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Legend:
I = Inspect, Clean, Adjust, Repair or Replace as Necessary
C = Clean
R = Replace
* Service interval based on an intermittent duty cycle equal to approximately 4000 hours annually.
Adjust schedule as required for lower or higher duty cycles or extreme operating conditions.
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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK
OPERATING PERFORMANCE.
Based on 70F (21C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per
with minimum suction lift. Since pump installations formance or part numbers.
are seldom identical, your performance may be dif
ferent due to such factors as viscosity, specific
gravity, elevation, temperature, and impeller trim.
PARTS PAGE
ILLUSTRATION
42
41
43
40
36 1
44
45
2 41
40
46
3 AIR COMPRESSOR PIPING
4 5 7
6
3
35
34 5
8
33
32 9
29 30 31 10
11
28
12 13
12 13 14
12 13
14 15
12
27
13
16
26 17
4 19
5 24 23 18
20
37 38 25
12 13 22 21
39
PARTS LIST
Pump Model PAH6C60C-B
(From S/N 1740347 Up)
ITEM PART NAME PART QTY ITEM PART NAME PART QTY
NO. NUMBER NO. NUMBER
ILLUSTRATION
ARTS LIST
Repair Rotating Assembly
ITEM PART
NO. PART NAME NUMBER QTY
ILLUSTRATION
18
12 17
13
16
VENTURI DETAIL
15
14
ITEM PART
NO. PART NAME NUMBER QTY
1 MACH SCREW X#10-02 15991 4
2 HEX NUT D#10 15991 4
3 LOCK WASHER J#10 15991 4
4 FLAT WASHER K#10 15991 4
5 AIR COMPRESSOR COVER 38354-043 15120 1
6 AIR COMPRESSOR 26813-111 1
7 PIPE CAP V06 15079 1
8 PIPE NIPPLE T0616 15079 1
9 90° ADAPTER 25412-003 1
10 PULLEY ASSEMBLY 44112-004 1
11 AIR COMPRESSOR KNOB 38429-501 19550 1
12 SERVICE TEE US08 11999 1
13 REDUCER PIPE BUSHING AP0806 15079 1
14 VENTURI 26817-002 1
15 PIPE COUPLING AE08 15079 1
16 PIPE ELBOW R08 11999 1
17 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE 26662-028 1
18 PIPE NIPPLE T0806 15079 1
NOT SHOWN:
WARNING DECAL 38817-101 1
OIL FILL DECAL 38816-194 1
ILLUSTRATION
ITEM PART
NO. PART NAME NUMBER QTY
ILLUSTRATION
ITEM PART
NO. PART NAME NUMBER QTY
PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY manual are performed only after estab
AND REASSEMBLY lishing that neither personal safety nor
pump integrity are compromised by
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. such practices.
This pump requires little service due to its rugged, Before attempting to open or service the
minimum‐maintenance design. However, if it be
pump:
comes necessary to inspect or replace the wearing
parts, follow these instructions which are keyed to 1. Familiarize yourself with this man
the illustrations (see Figures 1 through 5) and the ual.
corresponding Parts Lists. Maintenance and repair 2. Shut down the power source and
instructions for the air compressor are covered take precautions to ensure that the
separately in specific literature available from the pump will remain inoperative.
manufacturer. 3. Allow the pump to completely cool
if overheated.
Some pump service functions may be performed 4. Check the temperature and make
without separating the pump end assembly from
sure it is cool before opening any
the power source. However, the priming chamber
(8, Figure 1) and discharge check valve assembly
covers, plates, gauges, or plugs.
(27, Figure 1) must be removed to service most 5. Close the suction and discharge
pump components. The following instructions as valves.
sume complete disassembly of the pump is re 6. Vent the pump slowly and cau
quired. tiously.
7. Drain the pump.
Before attempting to service the pump, shut down
the engine and take precautions to ensure that it
will remain inoperative. Close all valves in the suc
tion and discharge lines and drain the pump cas
ing by removing the lowermost pipe plug (5, Figure Death or serious personal injury and
1). Clean and reinstall the pipe plug. damage to the pump or components
can occur if proper lifting procedures
are not observed. Make certain that
hoists, chains, slings or cables are in
good working condition and of suffi
This manual will alert personnel to cient capacity and that they are posi
known procedures which require spe tioned so that loads will be balanced
cial attention, to those which could and the pump or components will not be
damage equipment, and to those which damaged when lifting. Suction and dis
could be dangerous to personnel. How charge hoses and piping must be re
ever, this manual cannot possibly antici moved from the pump before lifting. Lift
pate and provide detailed instructions the pump or component only as high as
and precautions for every situation that necessary and keep personnel away
might occur during maintenance of the from suspended objects.
unit. Therefore, it is the responsibility of
the owner/maintenance personnel to
ensure that only safe, established main
tenance procedures are used, and that
any procedures not addressed in this This pump is designed to handle materi
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al which could cause illness through di sembly and Installation for adjustment), the but
rect exposure or emitted fumes. Wear ton may require replacement. To replace the orifice
adequate protective clothing when button, remove one of the “e‐clips” from the pivot
working on the pump or piping. pin closest to the orifice button and remove the piv
ot pin. This will allow the linkage to be raised high
enough to access the orifice button.
Inspect the wear ring and, if replacement is re shaft seal spring will be released as the impeller is
quired, install two 3/4-10 UNC‐2B capscrews (not removed.
supplied) in the tapped holes in the suction head
and use the screws to press the wear ring out of the
NOTE
An alternate method of removing the impeller is to
suction head. Remove the capscrews from the
insert a pair of wedges 180_ apart between the im
suction head.
peller and seal plate (10). Tap the wedges evenly in
an alternating pattern to “walk” the impeller off the
Pump Casing Removal shaft.
(Figure 1)
Remove the impeller adjusting shims (6); tie and
Remove the uppermost pipe plug (5) from the tag the shims, or measure and record their thick
pump casing and install a lifting eye in the hole. Be ness for ease of reassembly.
sure to screw the lifting eye tightly into the hole as
far as it will go. Attach a sling and suitable lifting de Inspect the impeller and replace if cracked or badly
vice to the lifting eye and support the pump casing. worn.
Remove the hardware (12 and 13) and use the lift Seal Removal
ing device to pull the pump casing straight away
(Figures 2 and 7)
from the rotating assembly (2).
Remove the spring centering washer and seal
Remove and discard the pump casing O‐ring (3).
spring. Slide the shaft sleeve (8) and rotating por
tion of the seal off the shaft as a unit.
Draining Oil From Seal Cavity
Apply oil to the shaft sleeve and work it up under
(Figure 2) the rubber bellows. Slide the rotating portion of the
seal off the shaft sleeve. Remove the shaft sleeve
If any further disassembly is to be performed on the O‐ring (9).
pump, the seal oil cavity must be drained to pre
vent the oil in the seal cavity from escaping as the Use a pair of stiff wires with hooked ends to remove
pump casing is removed. the stationary element from the seal plate bore.
Remove the hardware (29, 30 and 31) securing the Place a block of wood against the impeller end of
air compressor (1) to the bearing cap (30, Figure the shaft (24) and tap the shaft and assembled
2). Use a pry bar to raise the air compressor bearings (22 and 25) from the pedestal.
enough to remove the spacers (28). Remove the
belt (35) from the sprocket (32). Use a sling and Press the oil seals (16) from the pedestal.
suitable lifting device to remove the air com
After removing the shaft and bearings, clean and
pressor.
inspect the bearings in place as follows.
Remove the hardware (12 and 13) securing the ro
tating assembly to the bearing stand (26). Remove
the hardware securing the guard (36) to the bear
ing cap and use a suitable hoist and sling to move
the rotating assembly to a clean, well‐equipped To prevent damage during removal from
workshop for further disassembly. the shaft, it is recommended that bearings
be cleaned and inspected in place. It is
Remove the capscrews from the center of the strongly recommended that the bearings
bushing (33). Reinstall the capscrews in the be replaced any time the shaft and bear
tapped holes in the bushing and tighten them in an ings are removed.
alternating pattern until the bushing is “jacked” out
of the sprocket (32). Slide the bushing and sprock Clean the pedestal, shaft and all component parts
et off the shaft. Remove the key (34). (except the bearings) with a soft cloth soaked in
cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for wear or dam
age and replace as necessary.
Shaft and Bearing Removal and Disassembly
(Figure 2)
The bearing tolerances provide a tight press fit with the bearing. Install the flange ring on the shaft
onto the shaft and a snug slip fit into the pedestal. prior to heating and installing the bearings.
Replace the bearings, shaft, or pedestal if the
proper bearing fit is not achieved.
Heat the bearings to a uniform temperature no
If bearing replacement is required, straighten the higher than 250F (120C), and slide the bearings
tab on the bearing lock washer (27). Use a spanner onto the shaft, one at a time, until they are fully
wrench to remove the bearing lock nut (28). Re seated against the shaft shoulders. This should be
move the bearing lock washer. done quickly, in one continuous motion, to prevent
the bearings from cooling and sticking on the shaft.
Use a bearing puller to remove the inboard and After the bearings have been installed and allowed
outboard bearings from the shaft. to cool, check to ensure that they have not moved
during cooling. If movement has occurred, use a
Shaft and Bearing Reassembly and Installation suitably sized sleeve and a press to reposition the
(Figure 2) bearings against the shaft shoulders.
Inspect the shaft (24) for distortion, nicks or If heating the bearings is not practical, use a suit
scratches, or for thread damage on the impeller ably sized sleeve and an arbor (or hydraulic) press
end. Dress small nicks and burrs with a fine file or to install the bearings on the shaft.
emery cloth. Replace the shaft if defective.
lip positioned as shown in Figure 2. Press the oil keyway for the drive key (26, Figure 2). Install the
seal into the pedestal until the face is just flush bushing (33) and sprocket (32) on the shaft to the
with the machined surface on the pedestal. dimension shown in Figure 6.
(Figure 1)
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and
flammable. Use them only in a well ven
Install the sprocket drive key (not shown) in the tilated area free from excessive heat,
shaft keyway, making sure to leave room in the sparks, and flame. Read and follow all
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SLEEVE
O‐RING
SHAFT
SHAFT IMPELLER SLEEVE
KEY SHIMS
IMPELLER
SHAFT
ROTATING
BELLOWS ELEMENT STATIONARY
SEAT
IMPELLER
O‐RING
SPRING
water. Do not use oil or any substitute lubricant casing over the rotating assembly. Install the hard
other than water. ware (12 and 13) on the studs (4) and use the hard
ware to fully seat the pump casing against the seal
Slide the rotating subassembly (consisting of the plate.
rotating element, retainer and bellows) onto the
sleeve until the rotating element is just flush with If the suction spool (11) was removed, install a new
the chamfered end of the sleeve. Slide the shaft gasket (18) and secure the spool to the pump cas
sleeve and rotating subassembly onto the shaft ing with the previously removed hardware (5 and
until the seal faces contact and the shaft sleeve 6).
seats against the shoulder on the impeller shaft. Suction Head and Wear Ring Installation
Install the seal spring and spring centering washer.
(Figure 1)
Lubricate the seal assembly as indicated in If the wear ring (7) was removed, position the re
LUBRICATION, after the impeller has been in placement wear ring in the suction head (24) and
stalled. use an arbor (or hydraulic) press to press it into the
suction head until fully seated.
Impeller Installation and Adjustment
(Figure 2) Install the O‐ring (3) in the groove in the O.D. of the
suction head and lubricate it with light grease.
Inspect the impeller (5) and replace it if cracked or Position the suction head over the studs (4) and se
badly worn. cure with the hardware (12 and 13).
Install the same thickness of adjusting shims (6) as Discharge Check Valve Reassembly and
previously installed. Install the impeller key (23) in Installation
the shaft keyway. Align the keyway in the impeller
with the shaft key and press the impeller onto the (Figure 1)
shaft until fully seated.
If the discharge check valve (27) was disas
sembled to replace the flapper or cover O‐ring,
A clearance of .025 to .040 inch (0,64 to 1,02 mm)
position the flapper in the valve body and check to
between the impeller and the seal plate is neces
ensure free movement.
sary for maximum pump efficiency. Measure this
clearance and add or remove impeller adjusting Install the valve cover O‐ring and secure the cover
shims as required. to the body with the previously removed hardware.
Apply `Loctite Retaining Compound No. 242' or Apply a small amount of light grease to the dis
equivalent to the threads of the impeller capscrew charge flange gasket to hold it in place and posi
(1). Install the roll pin (4) in the hole in the impeller. tion it against the pump casing flange. Support the
Position the impeller washers over the end of the discharge check valve assembly using a sling and
impeller shaft so the hole in the washer aligns with a suitable lifting device. Using the previously re
the roll pin. Use a strap wrench to block impeller moved hardware, secure the discharge check
rotation and torque the impeller capscrew to 300 ft. valve assembly and flange gasket to the pump as
lbs. (41,5 m. kg.). sembly (6).
Pump Casing Installation
Priming Chamber Assembly and Installation
(Figure 1)
(Figure 5)
Lubricate the O‐ring (3) with light grease and install
it in the groove in the O.D. of the seal plate. Install a Clean and inspect the components of the priming
lifting eye in the uppermost hole in the pump cas valve (1). Inspect the linkage and ensure the orifice
ing (6) for the pipe plug (5). Be sure to screw the button (not shown) squarely engages the valve
lifting eye tightly into the hole as far as it will go. At seat. Replace the orifice button if required (see
tach a sling and suitable lifting device to the lifting Priming Chamber Removal and Disassembly
eye and use the lifting device to position the pump for orifice button removal).
If the orifice button was removed, screw the new ounces (5 liters) of SAE No. 30 non‐detergent oil or
orifice button into the linkage bar until fully seated. to the center of the sight gauges (21). Clean and
Align the hole in the linkage bar with the holes in the reinstall the vented plug. Maintain the oil level at the
bracket and reinstall the pivot pin. Secure the pivot middle of the sight gauges.
pin with the previously removed “e‐clip”.
Bearings
Adjust the orifice button seating as necessary by
screwing the orifice button into or out of the linkage (Figure 2)
bar. Proper adjustment is achieved when the ori
fice button fully seats against the orifice before the The pedestal was fully lubricated when shipped
linkage bar on the float bottoms against the from the factory. The grease fittings (19) are pro
threads on the orifice button. When adjustment is tected from contamination by the cap plugs (18).
complete, install and tighten the lock washer and Remove the cap plugs and clean the grease fittings
hex nut securing the orifice button. thoroughly before adding grease. After lubricat
ing the bearings, clean the fittings and reinstall the
Install the strainer (6) and priming valve gasket (4). cap plugs.
Lower the float into the priming chamber (5) and Under normal conditions, lubricate the bearings
secure the priming valve with the previously re with EP2 lithium base grease as indicated below af
moved hardware (2 and 3). ter every 1500 hours of operation. Do not over‐lu
bricate. Over‐lubrication can cause the bearings to
(Figure 4) over‐heat, resulting in premature bearing failure.
Install the baffle (9) and gasket (8) and use a sling Impeller End Bearing: 0.4 oz. (12 g) each fitting
and suitable lifting device to position the priming Drive End Bearing: 0.9 oz. (24 g) each fitting
chamber assembly on the hopper spool (15, Fig
ure 1). Secure the priming chamber assembly with When lubricating a new bearing pedestal, pack the
the hardware (6 and 7). bearings by hand with lithium EP2 grease until fully
lubricated prior to installing the shaft and bearings
Reconnect the suction piping to the hopper spool into the pedestal. After installing the shaft and
and the air discharge tubing to the priming cham bearings into the pedestal, lubricate the bearings
ber assembly. as follows:
GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS