Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual: Super T Series Pumps

OM-05144-01
October 10, 2000

Rev. M 02‐20‐15
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
SUPER T SERIES PUMPS
MODELS
T6A3S-B
INCLUDING: /F, /FM, /WW, /WWS
GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE I - 1
SAFETY - SECTION A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE A - 1
INSTALLATION - SECTION B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1

Pump Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
POSITIONING PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Line Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Connections to Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
SUCTION LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Strainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Suction Lines In Sumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
Suction Line Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
DISCHARGE LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 5
Siphoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 5
Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 5
Bypass Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 5
AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 6
Air Release Valve Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 6
ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 7
Coupled Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 8
Drive Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 8
DRIVE BELT TENSIONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 9
General Rules of Tensioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 9
OPERATION - SECTION C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 1

PRIMING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 1
STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 1
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 1
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Lines With a Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Lines Without a Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
OPERATIONAL CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Leakage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Liquid Temperature and Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Strainer Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 3
Clog Removal and Wear Plate Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 3
Pump Vacuum Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 3
STOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 3
Cold Weather Preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 4
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
(continued)
BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 4
TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D - 1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D - 3
PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 1
PERFORMANCE CURVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 1

PARTS LISTS:
Pump Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 3
Repair Rotating Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 5
PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 6
Back Cover and Wear Plate Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 6
Suction Check Valve Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 7
Rotating Assembly Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 7
Impeller Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 8
Seal Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 8
Shaft and Bearing Removal and Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 8
Shaft and Bearing Reassembly and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9
Seal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 10
Impeller Installation and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 13
Rotating Assembly Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 13
Suction Check Valve Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 13
Back Cover Installation and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 14
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 15
Final Pump Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 15
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 15
Seal Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 15
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 15
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05144
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.
The Gorman‐Rupp Company

P.O. Box 1217
Mansfield, Ohio 44901-1217
Phone: (419) 755-1011 Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
or: result in minor personal injury or product
Gorman‐Rupp of Canada Limited or property damage. These instructions
70 Burwell Road describe the requirements and the possi
St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3R7 ble damage which could result from failure
Phone: (519) 631-2870
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.
INTRODUCTION PAGE I - 1
SAFETY - SECTION A
This information applies to Super T Se
ries basic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has
no control over or particular knowledge
of the power source which will be used.
This pump is designed to handle liquids
Refer to the manual accompanying the
containing large entrained solids or
power source before attempting to be
slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola
gin operation.
tile, corrosive, or flammable materials
This manual will alert personnel to which may damage the pump or endan
known procedures which require spe ger personnel as a result of pump fail
cial attention, to those which could ure.
damage equipment, and to those which
could be dangerous to personnel. How
ever, this manual cannot possibly pro
vide detailed instructions and precau
tions for each specific application or for Death or serious personal injury and
every situation that might occur during damage to the pump or components
maintenance of the unit. Therefore, it is can occur if proper lifting procedures
the responsibility of the owner, installer are not observed. Make certain that
and/or maintenance personnel to en hoists, chains, slings or cables are in
sure that applications and/or mainte good working condition and of suffi
nance procedures not addressed in this cient capacity and that they are posi
manual are performed only after estab tioned so that loads will be balanced
lishing that neither personal safety nor and the pump or components will not be
pump integrity are compromised by damaged when lifting. Suction and dis
such applications or procedures. charge hoses and piping must be re
moved from the pump before lifting. Lift
the pump or component only as high as
necessary and keep personnel away
from suspended objects.
Before attempting to open or service the
pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this man
ual. After the pump has been positioned,
2. Disconnect or lock out the power make certain that the pump and all pip
source to ensure that the pump will ing connections are tight, properly sup
remain inoperative. ported and secure before operation.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool
if overheated.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates, or
plugs. Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
5. Close the suction and discharge pipe plugs, or fittings from an over
valves. heated pump. Vapor pressure within the
6. Vent the pump slowly and cau pump can cause parts being disen
tiously. gaged to be ejected with great force. Al
7. Drain the pump. low the pump to cool before servicing.
SAFETY PAGE A - 1
OM-05144 SUPER T SERIES
Do not operate the pump against a

closed discharge valve for long periods Do not operate the pump without the
of time. If operated against a closed dis guards in place over the rotating parts.
charge valve, pump components will Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth
deteriorate, and the liquid could come ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in
to a boil, build pressure, and cause the jury to personnel.
pump casing to rupture or explode.
Overheated pumps can cause severe

burns and injuries. If overheating of the Never run this pump backwards. Be cer
pump occurs: tain that rotation is correct before fully
1. Stop the pump immediately. engaging the pump.
2. Ventilate the area.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates,
gauges, or plugs.
5. Vent the pump slowly and cau
tiously. Pumps and related equipment must be in
6. Refer to instructions in this manual stalled and operated according to all na
before restarting the pump. tional, local and industry standards.
PAGE A - 2 SAFETY
INSTALLATION - SECTION B
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. specific application. Since the pressure supplied
to the pump is critical to performance and safety,
Since pump installations are seldom identical, this be sure to limit the incoming pressure to 50% of
section offers only general recommendations and the maximum permissible operating pressure as
practices required to inspect, position, and ar shown on the pump performance curve.
range the pump and piping.
For further assistance, contact your Gorman‐Rupp
Most of the information pertains to a standard
distributor or the Gorman‐Rupp Company.
static lift application where the pump is posi
tioned above the free level of liquid to be pumped.
If installed in a flooded suction application where Pump Dimensions

the liquid is supplied to the pump under pressure,
some of the information such as mounting, line See Figure 1 for the approximate physical dimen
configuration, and priming must be tailored to the sions of this pump.
OUTLINE DRAWING
Figure 1. Pump Model T6A3S‐B, Including /F, /FM, /WW, /WWS
INSTALLATION PAGE B - 1
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION POSITIONING PUMP
The pump assembly was inspected and tested be

fore shipment from the factory. Before installation,
inspect the pump for damage which may have oc
Death or serious personal injury and
curred during shipment. Check as follows:
damage to the pump or components
can occur if proper lifting procedures
a. Inspect the pump for cracks, dents, damaged
threads, and other obvious damage.
are not observed. Make certain that
hoists, chains, slings or cables are in
b. Check for and tighten loose attaching hard good working condition and of suffi
ware. Since gaskets tend to shrink after dry cient capacity and that they are posi
ing, check for loose hardware at mating sur tioned so that loads will be balanced
faces. and the pump or components will not be
damaged when lifting. Suction and dis
c. Carefully read all warnings and cautions con charge hoses and piping must be re
tained in this manual or affixed to the pump, moved from the pump before lifting. Lift
and perform all duties indicated. Note the di the pump or component only as high as
rection of rotation indicated on the pump. necessary and keep personnel away
Check that the pump shaft rotates counter from suspended objects.
clockwise when facing the impeller.
Lifting
Pump unit weights will vary depending on the

mounting and drive provided. Check the shipping
tag on the unit packaging for the actual weight, and
Only operate this pump in the direction in use lifting equipment with appropriate capacity.
Drain the pump and remove all customer‐installed
dicated by the arrow on the pump body
equipment such as suction and discharge hoses
and on the accompanying decal. Refer to
or piping before attempting to lift existing, installed
ROTATION in OPERATION, Section C.
units.
d. Check levels and lubricate as necessary. Re
fer to LUBRICATION in the MAINTENANCE
Mounting
AND REPAIR section of this manual and per
form duties as instructed.
Locate the pump in an accessible place as close as
practical to the liquid being pumped. Level mount
e. If the pump and power source have been
ing is essential for proper operation.
stored for more than 12 months, some of the
components or lubricants may have ex
The pump may have to be supported or shimmed
ceeded their maximum shelf life. These must
to provide for level operation or to eliminate vibra
be inspected or replaced to ensure maxi
tion.
mum pump service.
If the maximum shelf life has been exceeded, or if Clearance

anything appears to be abnormal, contact your
Gorman‐Rupp distributor or the factory to deter It is recommended that 18 inches (457 mm) of
mine the repair or updating policy. Do not put the clearance be provided in front of the back cover to
pump into service until appropriate action has permit removal of the cover and easy access to the
been taken. pump interior. A minimum clearance of 9 inches
PAGE B - 2 INSTALLATION
(229 mm) must be maintained to permit removal of these gauges are desired for pumps that are not
the cover. tapped, drill and tap the suction and discharge
lines not less than 18 inches (457,2 mm) from the
SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING suction and discharge ports and install the lines.
Installation closer to the pump may result in erratic
readings.
Pump performance is adversely effected by in
creased suction lift, discharge elevation, and fric SUCTION LINES
tion losses. See the performance curve and oper
ating range shown on Page E‐1 to be sure your To avoid air pockets which could affect pump prim
overall application allows pump to operate within ing, the suction line must be as short and direct as
the safe operation range. possible. When operation involves a suction lift, the
line must always slope upward to the pump from
the source of the liquid being pumped; if the line
slopes down to the pump at any point along the
Materials
suction run, air pockets will be created.
Either pipe or hose maybe used for suction and
discharge lines; however, the materials must be Fittings
compatible with the liquid being pumped. If hose is
Suction lines should be the same size as the pump
used in suction lines, it must be the rigid‐wall, rein
inlet. If reducers are used in suction lines, they
forced type to prevent collapse under suction. Us
should be the eccentric type, and should be in
ing piping couplings in suction lines is not recom
stalled with the flat part of the reducers uppermost
mended.
to avoid creating air pockets. Valves are not nor
mally used in suction lines, but if a valve is used,
Line Configuration install it with the stem horizontal to avoid air pock
ets.
Keep suction and discharge lines as straight as
possible to minimize friction losses. Make mini
mum use of elbows and fittings, which substan Strainers
tially increase friction loss. If elbows are necessary,
use the long‐radius type to minimize friction loss. If a strainer is furnished with the pump, be certain
to use it; any spherical solids which pass through a
strainer furnished with the pump will also pass
Connections to Pump
through the pump itself.
Before tightening a connecting flange, align it ex If a strainer is not furnished with the pump, but is
actly with the pump port. Never pull a pipe line into installed by the pump user, make certain that the
place by tightening the flange bolts and/or cou total area of the openings in the strainer is at least
plings. three or four times the cross section of the suction
line, and that the openings will not permit passage
Lines near the pump must be independently sup
of solids larger than the solids handling capability
ported to avoid strain on the pump which could
of the pump.
cause excessive vibration, decreased bearing life,
and increased shaft and seal wear. If hose‐type This pump is designed to handle up to 3‐inch (76,2
lines are used, they should have adequate support mm) diameter spherical solids.
to secure them when filled with liquid and under
pressure. Sealing
Gauges Since even a slight leak will affect priming, head,

and capacity, especially when operating with a
Most pumps are drilled and tapped for installing high suction lift, all connections in the suction line
discharge pressure and vacuum suction gauges. If should be sealed with pipe dope to ensure an air
tight seal. Follow the sealant manufacturer's rec If two suction lines are installed in a single sump,
ommendations when selecting and applying the the flow paths may interact, reducing the efficiency
pipe dope. The pipe dope should be compatible of one or both pumps. To avoid this, position the
with the liquid being pumped. suction inlets so that they are separated by a dis
tance equal to at least 3 times the diameter of the
suction pipe.
Suction Lines In Sumps
If a single suction line is installed in a sump, it Suction Line Positioning

should be positioned away from the wall of the
sump at a distance equal to 1 1/2 times the diame
ter of the suction line. The depth of submergence of the suction line is
critical to efficient pump operation. Figure 2 shows
If there is a liquid flow from an open pipe into the recommended minimum submergence vs. veloc
sump, the flow should be kept away from the suc ity.
tion inlet because the inflow will carry air down into
the sump, and air entering the suction line will re
duce pump efficiency. NOTE
The pipe submergence required may be reduced
If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc by installing a standard pipe increaser fitting at the
tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the end of the suction line. The larger opening size will
suction inlet at a distance 1 1/2 times the diameter reduce the inlet velocity. Calculate the required
of the suction pipe. The baffle will allow entrained submergence using the following formula based
air to escape from the liquid before it is drawn into on the increased opening size (area or diameter).
the suction inlet.
Figure 2. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity
DISCHARGE LINES minimize the chance of plugging.
Siphoning In low discharge head applications (less than 30

feet or 9 meters), it is recommended that the by
Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower pass line be run back to the wet well, and located 6
than that of the liquid being pumped unless a si inches below the water level or cut‐off point of the
phon breaker is used in the line. Otherwise, a si low level pump. In some installations, this bypass
phoning action causing damage to the pump line may be terminated with a six‐to‐eight foot
could result. length of 1 1/4 inch I.D. smooth‐bore hose; air and
liquid vented during the priming process will then
Valves agitate the hose and break up any solids, grease,
or other substances likely to cause clogging.
If a throttling valve is desired in the discharge line,
use a valve as large as the largest pipe to minimize
friction losses. Never install a throttling valve in a
suction line.
With high discharge heads, it is recommended that

A bypass line that is returned to a wet well
a throttling valve and a system check valve be in must be secured against being drawn into
stalled in the discharge line to protect the pump the pump suction inlet.
from excessive shock pressure and reverse rota
It is also recommended that pipe unions be in
tion when it is stopped.
stalled at each 90 elbow in a bypass line to ease
disassembly and maintenance.
In high discharge head applications (more than

30 feet), an excessive amount of liquid may be by
If the application involves a high discharge passed and forced back to the wet well under the
head, gradually close the discharge full working pressure of the pump; this will reduce
throttling valve before stopping the pump. overall pumping efficiency. Therefore, it is recom
mended that a Gorman‐Rupp Automatic Air Re
Bypass Lines lease Valve be installed in the bypass line.
Self‐priming pumps are not air compressors. Dur Gorman‐Rupp Automatic Air Release Valves are
ing the priming cycle, air from the suction line must reliable, and require minimum maintenance. See
be vented to atmosphere on the discharge side. If AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE in this section
the discharge line is open, this air will be vented for installation and theory of operation of the Auto
through the discharge. However, if a check valve matic Air Release Valve. Consult your Gorman‐
has been installed in the discharge line, the dis Rupp distributor, or contact the Gorman‐Rupp
charge side of the pump must be opened to atmos Company for selection of an Automatic Air Release
pheric pressure through a bypass line installed be Valve to fit your application.
tween the pump discharge and the check valve. A
self‐priming centrifugal pump will not prime if If the installation involves a flooded suction such as
there is sufficient static liquid head to hold the dis a below‐ground lift station. A pipe union and manu
charge check valve closed. al shut‐off valve may be installed in the bleed line to
allow service of the valve without shutting down the
NOTE station, and to eliminate the possibility of flooding.
The bypass line should be sized so that it does not If a manual shut‐off valve is installed anywhere in
affect pump discharge capacity; however, the by the air release piping, it must be a full‐opening ball
pass line should be at least 1 inch in diameter to type valve to prevent plugging by solids.
AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE
When properly installed, a Gorman‐Rupp Auto

matic Air Release Valve will permit air to escape
If a manual shut‐off valve is installed in through the bypass line and then close automati
a bypass line, it must not be left closed cally when the pump is fully primed and pumping
during operation. A closed manual shut‐ at full capacity.
off valve may cause a pump which has
lost prime to continue to operate with
out reaching prime, causing dangerous
overheating and possible explosive
rupture of the pump casing. Personnel Some leakage (1 to 5 gallons [3.8 to 19
could be severely injured. liters] per minute) will occur when the
valve is fully closed. Be sure the bypass
Allow an over‐heated pump to com line is directed back to the wet well or
pletely cool before servicing. Do not re tank to prevent hazardous spills.
move plates, covers, gauges, or fittings Consult the manual accompanying the Air Release
from an over‐heated pump. Liquid with Valve for additional information on valve installation
in the pump can reach boiling tempera and performance.
tures, and vapor pressure within the
pump can cause parts being disen Air Release Valve Installation
gaged to be ejected with great force. Af
ter the pump completely cools, drain the The Automatic Air Release Valve must be inde
pendently mounted in a horizontal position be
liquid from the pump by removing the
tween the pump discharge port and the inlet side of
casing drain plug. Use caution when re the discharge check valve (see Figure 3). The inlet
moving the plug to prevent injury to per opening in the Air Release Valve is equipped with
sonnel from hot liquid. standard 1‐inch NPT pipe threads.
DISCHARGE PIPE
CLEAN‐OUT
COVER
INSTALL AIR RELEASE VALVE

IN HORIZONTAL POSITION
DISCHARGE
CHECK VALVE
90 LONG
RADIUS
ELBOW
SUPPORT PUMP DISCHARGE

BRACKET
SELF‐PRIMING
CENTRIFUGAL
PUMP
BLEED LINE 1”
(25,4 MM) DIA. MIN.
(CUSTOMER FUR
NISHED) DO NOT EX
SUCTION
TEND BELOW PUMP LINE
OFF LIQUID LEVEL
WET WELL
OR SUMP
Figure 3. Typical Automatic Air Release Valve Installation

Connect the valve outlet to a bleed line which shafts are aligned with and parallel to each other. It
slopes back to the wet well or sump. The bleed line is imperative that alignment be checked after the
must be the same size as the outlet opening or pump and piping are installed, and before opera
larger, depending on which Air Release Valve is be tion.
ing used. If piping is used for the bleed line, avoid
the use of elbows whenever possible.
NOTE
Check Rotation, Section C, before final alignment
NOTE of the pump.
For multiple pump installations, it is recommended
that each Air Release Valve be fitted with an inde
pendent bleeder line directed back to the wet well.
When mounted at the Gorman‐Rupp factory, driver
If multiple Air Release Valves are installed in a sys
and pump are aligned before shipment. Misalign
tem, do not direct bleeder lines to a common mani
ment will occur in transit and handling. Pumps
fold pipe. Contact your Gorman‐Rupp distributor or
must be checked and realigned before operation.
the Gorman‐Rupp Company for information about
Before checking alignment, tighten the foundation
installation of an Automatic Air Release Valve for
bolts. The pump casing feet and/or pedestal feet,
your specific application.
and the driver mounting bolts should also be tightly
secured.
ALIGNMENT
The alignment of the pump and its power source is

critical for trouble‐free mechanical operation. In When checking alignment, disconnect
either a flexible coupling or V‐belt driven system, the power source to ensure that the
the driver and pump must be mounted so that their pump will remain inoperative.
Adjusting the alignment in one direction

may alter the alignment in another direc
tion. check each procedure after altering
alignment.
Coupled Drives Figure 5. Aligning Non‐Spider Type Couplings
Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge

across both coupling rims at the top, bottom, and
When using couplings, the axis of the power side. When the straightedge rests evenly on both
source must be aligned to the axis of the pump halves of the coupling, the coupling is in horizontal
shaft in both the horizontal and vertical planes. parallel alignment. If the coupling is misaligned,
Most couplings require a specific gap or clearance use a feeler gauge between the coupling and the
between the driving and the driven shafts. Refer to straightedge to measure the amount of misalign
the coupling manufacturer's service literature. ment.
Drive Belts
Align spider insert type couplings by using calipers
When using drive belts, the power source and the
to measure the dimensions on the circumference
pump must be parallel. Use a straightedge along
of the outer ends of the coupling hub every 90.
the sides of the pulleys to ensure that the pulleys
The coupling is in alignment when the hub ends
are properly aligned (see Figure 6). In drive sys
are the same distance apart at all points (see Fig tems using two or more belts, make certain that the
ure 4). belts are a matched set; unmatched sets will cause
accelerated belt wear.
Figure 4. Aligning Spider‐Type Couplings

MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS
SHAFTS SHAFTS PARALLEL AND
NOT PARALLEL NOT IN LINE SHEAVES IN LINE
Figure 6. Alignment of V‐Belt Driven Pumps
Align non‐spider type couplings by using a feeler
gauge or taper gauge between the coupling halves Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu
every 90. The coupling is in alignment when the facturer's instructions. If the belts are too loose,
hubs are the same distance apart at all points (see they will slip; if the belts are too tight, there will be
Figure 5). excessive power loss and possible bearing failure.
Select pulleys that will match the proper speed ra DRIVE BELT TENSIONING
tio; overspeeding the pump may damage both
General Rules of Tensioning
pump and power source.
For new drive belts, check the tension after 5, 20
and 50 hours of operation and re‐tension as re
quired (see the following procedure for measuring
belt tension). Thereafter, check and re‐tension if re
Do not operate the pump without the quired monthly or at 500 hour intervals, whichever
guard in place over the rotating parts. comes first.
exposed rotating parts can catch cloth Ideal drive belt tension is the lowest tension at
ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in which the belt will not slip under peak load condi
jury to personnel. tions. Do not over‐tension drive belts. Over‐ten
sioning will shorten both drive belt and bearing life.
Under‐tensioning will cause belt slippage. Always
keep belts free from dirt, grease, oil and other for
eign material which may cause slippage.
OPERATION - SECTION C
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. 2. The pump has not been used for a consider
able length of time.
Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and de 3. The liquid in the pump casing has evapo
cals attached to the pump. rated.
Once the pump casing has been filled, the pump
will prime and reprime as necessary.
This pump is designed to handle liquids

containing large entrained solids and
slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola After filling the pump casing, reinstall
tile, corrosive, or flammable liquids and tighten the fill plug. Do not attempt
which may damage the pump or endan to operate the pump unless all connect
ger personnel as a result of pump fail ing piping is securely installed. Other
ure. wise, liquid in the pump forced out
under pressure could cause injury to
personnel.
To fill the pump, remove the pump casing fill cover
or fill plug in the top of the casing, and add clean
Pump speed and operating conditions
liquid until the casing is filled. Replace the fill cover
must be within the performance range
or fill plug before operating the pump.
shown on page E‐1.
STARTING
PRIMING
Consult the operations manual furnished with the
Install the pump and piping as described in IN power source.
STALLATION. Make sure that the piping connec
tions are tight, and that the pump is securely
mounted. Check that the pump is properly lubri Rotation
cated (see LUBRICATION in MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR). The correct direction of pump rotation is counter
clockwise when facing the impeller. The pump
This pump is self‐priming, but the pump should could be damaged and performance adversely af
never be operated unless there is liquid in the fected by incorrect rotation. If pump performance
pump casing. is not within the specified limits (see the curve on
page E‐1), check the direction of power source ro
tation before further troubleshooting.
Never operate this pump unless there is

liquid in the pump casing. The pump will
not prime when dry. extended operation of Only operate this pump in the direction in
a dry pump will destroy the seal assembly. dicated by the arrow on the pump body
and on the accompanying decal. Other
Add liquid to the pump casing when: wise, the impeller could become loosened
1. The pump is being put into service for the from the shaft and seriously damage the
first time. pump.
OPERATION PAGE C - 1
Consult the operating manual furnished with the filled, adjust the throttling valve to the required flow
power source before attempting to start the power rate.
source.
If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re

move V‐belts, couplings, or otherwise disconnect
the pump from the motor before checking motor
Do not operate the pump against a
rotation. Operate the motor independently while
closed discharge throttling valve for
observing the direction of the motor shaft, or cool
long periods of time. If operated against
ing fan.
a closed discharge throttling valve,
If rotation is incorrect on a three‐phase motor, have pump components will deteriorate, and
a qualified electrician interchange any two of the the liquid could come to a boil, build
three phase wires to change direction. If rotation is pressure, and cause the pump casing to
incorrect on a single‐phase motor, consult the liter rupture or explode.
ature supplied with the motor for specific instruc
tions. OPERATIONAL CHECKS
OPERATION Leakage
Lines With a Bypass No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur

faces, or at pump connections or fittings. Keep all
If a Gorman‐Rupp Automatic Air Release Valve has line connections and fittings tight to maintain maxi
been installed, the valve will automatically open to mum pump efficiency.
allow the pump to prime, and automatically close
after priming is complete (see INSTALLATION for
Air Release Valve operation). Liquid Temperature and Overheating
If the bypass line is open, air from the suction line

will be discharged through the bypass line back to The maximum liquid temperature for this pump is
the wet well during the priming cycle. Liquid will 160F (71C). Do not apply it at a higher operating
then continue to circulate through the bypass line temperature.
while the pump is in operation.
Overheating can occur if operated with the valves
in the suction or discharge lines closed. Operating
Lines Without a Bypass against closed valves could bring the liquid to a
boil, build pressure, and cause the pump to rup
ture or explode. If overheating occurs, stop the
Open all valves in the discharge line and start the pump and allow it to cool before servicing it. Refill
power source. Priming is indicated by a positive the pump casing with cool liquid.
reading on the discharge pressure gauge or by a
quieter operation. The pump may not prime imme
diately because the suction line must first fill with
liquid. If the pump fails to prime within five minutes,
stop it and check the suction line for leaks.
Allow an over‐heated pump to com
After the pump has been primed, partially close the pletely cool before servicing. Do not re
discharge line throttling valve in order to fill the line move plates, covers, gauges, or fittings
slowly and guard against excessive shock pres from an over‐heated pump. Liquid with
sure which could damage pipe ends, gaskets, in the pump can reach boiling tempera
sprinkler heads, and any other fixtures connected tures, and vapor pressure within the
to the line. When the discharge line is completely pump can cause parts being disen
PAGE C - 2 OPERATION
gaged to be ejected with great force. Af Open the suction line, and read the vacuum gauge
ter the pump completely cools, drain the with the pump primed and at operation speed.
liquid from the pump by removing the Shut off the pump. The vacuum gauge reading will
casing drain plug. Use caution when re immediately drop proportionate to static suction
moving the plug to prevent injury to per lift, and should then stabilize. If the vacuum reading
falls off rapidly after stabilization, an air leak exists.
sonnel from hot liquid.
Before checking for the source of the leak, check
As a safeguard against rupture or explosion due to the point of installation of the vacuum gauge.
heat, this pump is equipped with a pressure relief
valve which will open if vapor pressure within the STOPPING
pump casing reaches a critical point. If overheating
does occur, stop the pump immediately and allow Never halt the flow of liquid suddenly. If the liquid
it to cool before servicing it. Approach any over being pumped is stopped abruptly, damaging
heated pump cautiously. It is recommended that shock waves can be transmitted to the pump and
the pressure relief valve assembly be replaced at piping system. Close all connecting valves slowly.
each overhaul, or any time the pump casing over
heats and activates the valve. Never replace this On engine driven pumps, reduce the throttle
valve with a substitute which has not been speci speed slowly and allow the engine to idle briefly be
fied or provided by the Gorman‐Rupp Company. fore stopping.
Strainer Check
If the application involves a high discharge

If a suction strainer has been shipped with the
head, gradually close the discharge
pump or installed by the user, check the strainer
throttling valve before stopping the pump.
regularly, and clean it as necessary. The strainer After stopping the pump, lock out or disconnect
should also be checked if pump flow rate begins to the power source to ensure that the pump will re
drop. If a vacuum suction gauge has been in main inoperative.
stalled, monitor and record the readings regularly
to detect strainer blockage.
Never introduce air or steam pressure into the

pump casing or piping to remove a blockage. This Do not operate the pump against a
could result in personal injury or damage to the
closed discharge throttling valve for
equipment. If backflushing is absolutely neces
long periods of time. If operated against
sary, liquid pressure must be limited to 50% of the
a closed discharge throttling valve,
maximum permissible operating pressure shown
pump components will deteriorate, and
on the pump performance curve.
the liquid could come to a boil, build
pressure, and cause the pump casing to
rupture or explode.
Pump Vacuum Check
Cold Weather Preservation
With the pump inoperative, install a vacuum gauge

in the system, using pipe dope on the threads. In below freezing conditions, drain the pump to
Block the suction line and start the pump. At oper prevent damage from freezing. Also, clean out any
ating speed the pump should pull a vacuum of 20 solids by flushing with a hose. Operate the pump
inches (508,0 mm) or more of mercury. If it does for approximately one minute; this will remove any
not, check for air leaks in the seal, gasket, or dis remaining liquid that could freeze the pump rotat
charge valve. ing parts. If the pump will be idle for more than a
OPERATION PAGE C - 3
few hours, or if it has been pumping liquids con Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu
taining a large amount of solids, drain the pump, rate. Bearing temperatures can be measured ac
and flush it thoroughly with clean water. To prevent curately by placing a contact‐type thermometer
large solids from clogging the drain port and pre against the housing. Record this temperature for
venting the pump from completely draining, insert future reference.
a rod or stiff wire in the drain port, and agitate the
liquid during the draining process. Clean out any A sudden increase in bearing temperature is a
remaining solids by flushing with a hose. warning that the bearings are at the point of failing
to operate properly. Make certain that the bearing
lubricant is of the proper viscosity and at the cor
rect level (see LUBRICATION in MAINTENANCE
BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK AND REPAIR). Bearing overheating can also be
caused by shaft misalignment and/or excessive vi
bration.
Bearings normally run at higher than ambient tem
peratures because of heat generated by friction. When pumps are first started, the bearings may
Temperatures up to 160F (71C) are considered seem to run at temperatures above normal. Con
normal for bearings, and they can operate safely to tinued operation should bring the temperatures
at least 180F (82C). down to normal levels.
PAGE C - 4 OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D
Review all SAFETY information in Section A.

pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this manual.
2. Lock out or disconnect the power
source to ensure that the pump will
remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool if
overheated.
4. Check the temperature before open
ing any covers, plates, or plugs.
5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
6. Vent the pump slowly and cautiously.
7. Drain the pump.
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY
PUMP FAILS TO Not enough liquid in casing. Add liquid to casing. See PRIMING.
PRIME Suction check valve contaminated or Clean or replace check valve.
damaged.
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 check valve or foot valve Clean valve.
clogged or binding.
Suction lift or discharge head too high. Check piping installation and install
bypass line if needed. See INSTAL
LATION.
Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if neces
sary.
Plugged or malfunctioning air release Check, clean and/or repair
line or air release valve (if so equipped). air release valve and piping.
PUMP STOPS OR Air leak in suction line. Correct leak.

FAILS TO DELIVER
RATED FLOW OR Lining of suction hose collapsed. Replace suction hose.
PRESSURE
Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket. Check pump vacuum. Replace
leaking or worn seal or gasket.
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE D - 1
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY
PUMP STOPS OR Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct
FAILS TO DELIVER proper level or sump too small. submergence as needed.
RATED FLOW OR
PRESSURE (cont.) Impeller or other wearing parts worn Replace worn or damaged parts.
or damaged. Check that impeller is properly
centered and rotates freely.
Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if neces
sary.
Impeller clogged. Free impeller of debris.
Suction lift or discharge head too high. Check piping installation and install
bypass line if needed. See INSTAL
LATION.
Pump speed too slow. Check driver output; check belts or
couplings for slippage.
PUMP REQUIRES Pump speed too high. Check driver output; check that
TOO MUCH sheaves or couplings are correctly
POWER sized.
Discharge head too low. Adjust discharge valve.
Liquid solution too thick. Dilute if possible.
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.
EXCESSIVE NOISE Cavitation in pump. Reduce suction lift and/or friction

losses in suction line. Record vac
uum and pressure gauge readings
and consult local representative or
factory.
Pumping entrained air. Locate and eliminate source of air
bubble.
Pump or drive not securely mounted. Secure mounting hardware.
Impeller clogged or damaged. Clean out debris; replace damaged

parts.
Suction and discharge lines not prop Check piping installation for
erly supported. proper support.
BEARINGS RUN Bearing temperature is high, but within Check bearing temperature regu
TOO HOT limits. larly to monitor any increase.
Low or incorrect lubricant. Check for proper type and level of lu
bricant.
Drive misaligned. Align drive properly.
Pump speed too high. Reduce speed of power source.
Bearing(s) frozen. Disassemble pump and check
bearing(s).
PAGE D - 2 TROUBLESHOOTING
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec

tions can indicate problems that can be corrected
Since pump applications are seldom identical, and before system damage or catastrophic failure oc
pump wear is directly affected by such things as curs. The appearance of wearing parts should also
the abrasive qualities, pressure and temperature be documented at each inspection for comparison
of the liquid being pumped, this section is intended as well. Also, if records indicate that a certain part
only to provide general recommendations and (such as the seal) fails at approximately the same
practices for preventive maintenance. Regardless duty cycle, the part can be checked and replaced
of the application however, following a routine pre before failure occurs, reducing unscheduled down
ventive maintenance schedule will help assure time.
trouble‐free performance and long life from your
Gorman‐Rupp pump. For specific questions con
For new applications, a first inspection of wearing
cerning your application, contact your Gorman‐
parts at 250 hours will give insight into the wear rate
Rupp distributor or the Gorman‐Rupp Company.
for your particular application. Subsequent inspec
Record keeping is an essential component of a tions should be performed at the intervals shown
good preventive maintenance program. Changes on the chart below. Critical applications should be
in suction and discharge gauge readings (if so inspected more frequently.
Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Service Interval*
Item Daily Weekly Monthly Semi‐ Annually
Annually
General Condition (Temperature, Unusual
Noises or Vibrations, Cracks, Leaks,
Loose Hardware, Etc.) I
Pump Performance (Gauges, Speed, Flow) I
Bearing Lubrication I R
Seal Lubrication (And Packing Adjustment,
If So Equipped) I R
V‐Belts (If So Equipped) I
Air Release Valve Plunger Rod (If So Equipped) I C
Front Impeller Clearance (Wear Plate) I
Rear Impeller Clearance (Seal Plate) I
Check Valve I
Pressure Relief Valve (If So Equipped) C
Pump and Driver Alignment I
Shaft Deflection I
Bearings I
Bearing Housing I
Piping I
Driver Lubrication - See Mfgr's Literature
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE D - 3
PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK
OPERATING PERFORMANCE.
STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL T6A3S‐B, /F, /FM, /WW and /WWS
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.
Pump speed and operating condition

If your pump serial number is followed by an “N”, points must be within the continuous per
your pump is NOT a standard production model. formance range shown on the curve.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E - 1

ILLUSTRATION
PARTS PAGE
Figure 1. Pump Model T6A3S-B, Including /F, /FM, /WW and /WWS
PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
PARTS LIST
Pump Model T6A3S-B
(From S/N 1206492 Up)
If your pump serial number is followed by an “N”, your pump is NOT a standard production model. Contact
the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify part numbers.
ITEM PART NAME PART QTY ITEM PART NAME PART QTY
NO. NUMBER NO. NUMBER
1 PUMP CASING SEE NOTE BELOW 1 32 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0806 15991 4
2 REPAIR ROTATING ASSY 44163-263 1 33 ROT ASSY ADJ SHIM 13131-3 17040 8
/WW REPAIR ROT ASSY 44163-303 1 34A PIPE PLUG P08 15079 1
/WWS REPAIR ROT ASSY 44163-282 1 35 NAME PLATE 38818-040 13990 1
3 STUD C1213 15991 4 36 DRIVE SCREW BM#04-03 17000 4
4 CASING DRAIN PLUG P20 10009 1
NOT SHOWN:
5 WEAR PLATE 46451-723 24150 1
LUBE DECAL 38817-084 1
6 O‐RING 25152-453 1 ROTATION DECAL 2613M 1
7 LOCK WASHER J06 15991 6 WARNING DECAL 2613FE 1
8 HEX NUT D06 15991 4 SUCTION STICKER 6588AG 1
9 O‐RING S1676 2 PRIMING STICKER 6588AH 1
10 BACK CVR PLATE ASSY 42111-803 1 DISCHARGE STICKER 6588BJ 1
-WARNING PLATE 2613EV 13990 1 SUPER “T” DECAL 38812-089 1
-DRIVE SCREW BM#04-03 17000 4 G‐R DECAL GR-03 1
-PRESS RELIEF VALVE 26662-005 1 INSTRUCTION TAG 38817-023 1
-WARNING DECAL 38816-302 1 OPTIONAL:
11 ADJUSTING SCREW 31871-070 1500G 4 DISASSEMBLY TOOL 48711-020 1
12 LOCK COLLAR 38115-551 15001 4 /F FLANGE KIT 48213-041 1
13 BACK COVER NUT 31871-073 15000 4 /FM METRIC FLANGE KIT 48213-078 1
14 LOCK WASHER J08 15991 8 WEAR PLATES:
15 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0804-1/2 15991 4 -SPA ALLOY 46451-729 24160 1
16 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0604 15991 2 -TUNGSTEN CARBIDE 46451-726 24150 1
17 COVER PLATE HANDLE 12354 13010 1 -STAINLESS STEEL 46451-723 1718H 1
18 HEX HD CAPSCREW CASING HEATERS:
T6A3S-B B1211 15991 8 -120V 47811-080 1
T6A3S-B /F, /FM, /WW and /WWS: -240V 47811-081 1
B1208 15991 6 CHECK VALVE ASSYS:
B1211 15991 2 -NEO SOLID TYPE 46411-019 1
19 LOCK WASHER j12 15991 16 -VITON SOLID 46411-078 1
20 PIPE PLUG P04 15079 2 -VITON BLOW-OUT 46411-088 1
20A PIPE PLUG P04 15079 1 PRESS RELIEF VALVES:
21 SUCT FLG (T6A3S-B) 11402 10010 1 -SEWAGE TYPE 46431-628 1
22 CHECK VALVE PIN 11645 17010 1 -STAINLESS STEEL 26662-101 1
23 FLAP VALVE ASSY 46411-064 1 HI TEMP SHUT-DOWN KITS:
24 GASKET 11402G 19370 1 -145F 48313-186 1
25 GASKET 25113-036 1 -130F 48313-256 1
26 MACHINE BOLT A1014 15991 2 -120F 48313-257 1
27 DISCHARGE FLANGE 1758 10010 1 HIGH TEMP SHUT‐DOWN
28 HEX HD CAPSCREW B1208 15991 8 THERMOSTAT KIT 145F 48313-172 1
29 CLAMP BAR SCREW 31912-009 15000 1 AIR RELEASE VALVES:
30 CLAMP BAR 38111-004 11010 1 -10# COMP SPRING GRP33-07A 1
31 FILL COVER PLATE ASSY 42111-344 1 -25# COMP SPRING GRP33-07 1
-WARNING PLATE 38816-097 13990 1 -80# COMP SPRING GRP33-07B 1
-DRIVE SCREW BM#04-03 17000 2 BACK COVER O‐RINGS
-COVER GASKET 50G 19210 1 -VITON 25154-454 1
INDICATES PARTS RECOMMENDED FOR STOCK

INCLUDED WITH REPAIR 46472-722 1
PUMP CASING ASSY
VITON IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE DUPONT CORP.

COMPLETE GASKET/O‐RING AND SHAFT REPAIR KITS AVAILABLE - CONSULT FACTORY.

ILLUSTRATION
ASSEMBLED DRIVE END VIEW
Figure 2. Repair Rotating Assemblies

PARTS LIST
Repair Rotating Assemblies
Note: Order complete Repair Rotating Assemblies for /WW and /WWS models from the Pump Model
Assembly Parts List on page E-3. Repair Rotating Assemblies for /WW models include all of the standard
parts listed below. Repair Rotating Assemblies for /WWS models include the stainless steel shaft and seal
assembly listed below under STAINLESS STEEL PARTS. All other parts are the same as the standard
model.
ITEM PART NAME PART QTY ITEM PART NAME PART QTY
NO. NUMBER NO. NUMBER
1 IMPELLER 38615-087 11010 1 20 BEARING CAP GASKET 38683-473 18000 1

2 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46513-153 1 21 SNAP RING 24124-425 1
3 IMPELLER ADJ SHIM SET 5091 17090 REF 22 BALL BEARING S1030 1
4 SHAFT SLEEVE O‐RING 25154-026 REF 23 SHAFT KEY N00612 15990 1
5 SEAL PLATE 38272-254 10010 1 24 IMPELLER SHAFT 38514-818 16040 1
6 SEAL PLATE GASKET 10959G 20000 1 25 BALL BEARING S616 1
7 OIL SEAL S1917 1 26 IMPELLER SCREW DM1004S 15991 1
7A OIL SEAL S1917 1 27 IMPELLER WASHER 10278 15030 1
7B OIL SEAL S1917 1 28 DRIVE SCREW BM#04-03 17000 2
8 LOCK WASHER J08 15991 4 29 S/N PLATE 2613GG 13990 1
9 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0805-1/2 15991 4 30 BRG HOUSING O‐RING S1676 1
10 BEARING HOUSING 38251-514 10000 1 31 SHIPPING PLUG 11495B 15079 2
11 VENTED PIPE PLUG 4823A 15079 1 32 ROT ASSY ADJ SHIMS 13131-3 17040 1
12 REDUCER PIPE BUSHING AP0802 15079 1 NOT SHOWN:
13 AIR VENT S1530 1 SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC20 10009 1
14 PIPE PLUG P12 15079 1 ROTATION DECAL 2613M 1
15A SIGHT GAUGE S1471 1 INSTRUCTION TAG 6588U 1
15B SIGHT GAUGE S1471 1 OPTIONAL:
16A BRG CAVITY DRAIN PLUG P04 15079 1 /WWS STAINLESS STEEL PARTS:
16B BRG CAVITY DRAIN PLUG P04 15079 1 -IMPELLER SHAFT 38514-820 1706H 1
17 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0605 15991 4 -SEAL ASSEMBLY 12590A 1
18 LOCK WASHER J06 15991 4 -IMPELLER WASHER 10278 17090 1
19 BEARING CAP 38322-430 10010 1 -IMPELLER CAPSCREW DM1004S 17090 1
INDICATES PARTS RECOMMENDED FOR STOCK

COMPLETE GASKET/O‐RING AND SHAFT REPAIR KITS AVAILABLE - CONSULT FACTORY.

PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY

AND REASSEMBLY

Review all SAFETY information in Section A. pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this man
Follow the instructions on all tags, label and decals ual.
attached to the pump. 2. Disconnect or lock out the power
source to ensure that the pump will
remain inoperative.
This pump requires little service due to its rugged, 3. Allow the pump to completely cool
minimum‐maintenance design. However, if it be if overheated.
comes necessary to inspect or replace the wearing 4. Check the temperature before
parts, follow these instructions which are keyed to opening any covers, plates, or
the illustrations (see Figures 1 and 2) and the ac plugs.
companying parts lists. 5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
This manual will alert personnel to known proce
6. Vent the pump slowly and cau
dures which require special attention, to those tiously.
which could damage equipment, and to those 7. Drain the pump.
which could be dangerous to personnel. However,
this manual cannot possibly anticipate and provide
detailed precautions for every situation that might
occur during maintenance of the unit. Therefore, it
is the responsibility of the owner/maintenance per Death or serious personal injury and
sonnel to ensure that only safe, established main damage to the pump or components
tenance procedures are used, and that any proce can occur if proper lifting procedures
dures not addressed in this manual are performed are not observed. Make certain that
only after establishing that neither personal safety hoists, chains, slings or cables are in
nor pump integrity are compromised by such prac good working condition and of suffi
tices. cient capacity and that they are posi
tioned so that loads will be balanced
Many service functions may be performed by and the pump or components will not be
draining the pump and removing the back cover damaged when lifting. Suction and dis
assembly. If major repair is required, the piping charge hoses and piping must be re
and/or power source must be disconnected. The moved from the pump before lifting. Lift
following instructions assume complete disassem the pump or component only as high as
bly is required. necessary and keep personnel away
from suspended objects.
Before attempting to service the pump, disconnect

or lock out the power source and take precautions
to ensure that it will remain inoperative. Close all
valves in the suction and discharge lines.
This pump may be used to handle mate
rials which could cause illness through
For power source disassembly and repair, consult direct exposure or emitted fumes. Wear
the literature supplied with the power source, or adequate protective clothing when
contact your local power source representative. working on the pump or piping.
Back Cover And Wear Plate Removal The impeller (1) should be loosened while the rotat
ing assembly is still secured to the pump casing.
(Figure 1)
Before loosening the impeller, remove the seal cav
ity drain plug (16B) and drain the seal lubricant.
The wear plate (5) is easily accessible and may be
This will prevent the oil in the seal cavity from es
serviced by removing the back cover assembly
caping when the impeller is loosened. Clean and
(10). Before attempting to service the pump, re
reinstall the seal cavity drain plug.
move the pump casing drain plug (4) and drain the
pump. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Immobilize the impeller by wedging a block wood
between the vanes and the pump casing, and re
Remove the back cover nuts (13) and pry the back
move the impeller capscrew and washer (26 and
cover and assembled wear plate from the pump
27).
casing (1).
Install the shaft key (23). Install a lathe dog on the
NOTE drive end of the shaft (24) with the “V” notch posi
An alternate method of removing the back cover tioned over the shaft key.
from the pump casing is to remove the back cover
nuts (13) and two diagonally opposing locking col With the impeller rotation still blocked, see Figure 3
lars (12). Install two 1/2-16 UNC x 2 inch long and use a long piece of heavy bar stock to pry
screws in the tapped holes in the back cover and against the arm of the lathe dog in a counterclock
use them to press the back cover out of the pump wise direction (when facing the drive end of the
casing. shaft). Use caution not to damage the shaft or key
way. When the impeller breaks loose, remove the
lathe dog, key and wood block.
Inspect the wear plate, and replace it if badly
scored or worn. To remove the wear plate, disen NOTE
gage the hardware (7 and 8). Do not remove the impeller until the rotating assem
bly has been removed from the pump casing.
Inspect the back cover O‐rings (6 and 9) and re
place them if damaged or worn.
Turn
Suction Check Valve Removal
Counterclockwise
(Figure 1)
If the check valve assembly (23) is to be serviced,

remove the check valve pin (22), reach through the
back cover opening and pull the complete assem Lathe Dog Arm
bly from the suction flange (21).
NOTE “V” Notch

Further disassembly of the check valve is not re Heavy
Bar Stock Shaft Key
quired since it must be replaced as a complete unit.
Individual parts are not sold separately. Impeller Shaft
Lathe Dog
Setscrew
Rotating Assembly Removal
(Figure 2) Figure 3. Loosening Impeller

(Figure 1)
The rotating assembly may be serviced without
disconnecting the suction or discharge piping; Remove the hardware (14 and 32) securing the ro
however, the power source must be removed to tating assembly to the pump casing. Separate the
provide clearance. rotating assembly by pulling straight away from the

pump casing. Retain the rotating assembly shims Seal Removal

(33).
(Figure 2)
NOTE Slide the shaft sleeve and rotating portion of the
An optional disassembly tool is available from the seal off the shaft as a unit.
factory. If the tool is used, follow the instructions
packed with it. A similar tool may be assembled us Use a pair of stiff wires with hooked ends to remove
ing 1/2‐inch pipe (schedule 80 steel or malleable the stationary element and seat.
iron) and a standard tee (see Figure 4). All threads
are 1/2‐inch NPT. Do not pre‐assemble the tool. An alternate method of removing the stationary
seal components is to remove the hardware (8 and
9) and separate the seal plate (5) and gasket (6)
from the bearing housing (10). Position the seal
plate on a flat surface with the impeller side down.
Use a wooden dowel or other suitable tool to press
TEE on the back side of the stationary seat until the
APPROX. 6 IN.
seat, O‐rings, and stationary element can be re
(152 MM) LONG
moved.
Remove the shaft sleeve O‐ring (4).
If no further disassembly is required, refer to Seal

APPROX. 14 IN. Installation.
(356 MM) LONG
Shaft and Bearing Removal and Disassembly
Figure 4. Rotating Assembly Tool (Figure 2)
To install the tool, remove the vented plug (11, Fig When the pump is properly operated and main
ure 2) from the bearing housing, and screw the lon tained, the bearing housing should not require dis
gest length of pipe into the vent hole until fully en assembly. Disassemble the shaft and bearings
gaged. Install the tee, and screw the handles into only when there is evidence of wear or damage.
the tee. Use caution when lifting the rotating assem
bly to avoid injury to personnel or damage to the as
sembly.
Shaft and bearing disassembly in the field

Remove the bearing housing O‐ring (9).
is not recommended. These operations
should be performed only in a properly‐
Impeller Removal equipped shop by qualified personnel.
(Figure 2) Remove the bearing housing drain plug (16A) and
drain the lubricant. Clean and reinstall the drain
With the rotating assembly removed from the plug.
pump casing, unscrew the impeller from the shaft.
Use caution when unscrewing the impeller; ten Disengage the hardware (17 and 18) and slide the
sion on the shaft seal spring will be released as the bearing cap (19) and oil seal (7) off the shaft. Re
impeller is removed. Inspect the impeller and re move the bearing cap gasket (20), and press the oil
place if cracked or badly worn. seal from the bearing cap.
Remove the impeller adjusting shims (3); tie and Place a block of wood against the impeller end of
tag the shims, or measure and record their thick the shaft (24) and tap the shaft and assembled
ness for ease of reassembly. bearings (22 and 25) from the bearing housing.

Pry or press the oil seals (7A and 7B) from the bear housing. Replace the bearings, shaft, or bearing
ing housing. housing if the proper bearing fit is not achieved.
After removing the shaft and bearings, clean and If bearing replacement is required, remove the out
inspect the bearings in place as follows. board bearing snap ring (21), and use a bearing
puller to remove the bearings from the shaft.
Shaft and Bearing Reassembly and Installation

(Figure 2)
To prevent damage during removal from
the shaft, it is recommended that bearings Clean the bearing housing, shaft and all compo
be cleaned and inspected in place. It is nent parts (except the bearings) with a soft cloth
strongly recommended that the bearings soaked in cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for
be replaced any time the shaft and bear wear or damage as necessary.
ings are removed.
Clean the bearing housing, shaft and all compo
nent parts (except the bearings) with a soft cloth
soaked in cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and
wear or damage and replace as necessary.
flammable. Use them only in a well ven
tilated area free from excessive heat,
sparks, and flame. Read and follow all
precautions printed on solvent contain
ers.
flammable. Use them only in a well ven Inspect the shaft for distortion, nicks or scratches,
tilated area free from excessive heat, or for thread damage on the impeller end. Dress
sparks, and flame. Read and follow all small nicks and burrs with a fine file or emery cloth.
Replace the shaft if defective.
ers. Position the inboard oil seal (7B) in the bearing
Clean the bearings thoroughly in fresh cleaning housing bore with the lip positioned as shown in
solvent. Dry the bearings with filtered compressed Figure 2. Press the oil seal into the housing until the
air and coat with light oil. face is just flush with the counterbored surface to
ward the inside of the bearing housing. Inspect for
and remove any sealant shavings that might be re
moved from the O.D. of the oil seal.
Bearings must be kept free of all dirt and

foreign material. Failure to do so will great
ly shorten bearing life. Do not spin dry
To prevent damage during removal from
bearings. This may scratch the balls or
the shaft, it is recommended that bearings
races and cause premature bearing fail
be cleaned and inspected in place. It is
ure.
strongly recommended that the bearings
Rotate the bearings by hand to check for rough be replaced any time the shaft and bear
ness or binding and inspect the bearing balls. If ro ings are removed.
tation is rough or the bearing balls are discolored,
replace the bearings. NOTE
Position the inboard bearing (25) on the shaft with
The bearing tolerances provide a tight press fit the shielded side toward the impeller end of the
onto the shaft and a snug slip fit into the bearing shaft. Position the outboard bearing (22) on the

shaft with the integral retaining ring on the bearing

O.D. toward the drive end of the shaft.
The bearings may be heated to ease installation.

When installing the shaft and bearings into
An induction heater, hot oil bath, electric oven, or the bearing bore, push against the outer
hot plate may be used to heat the bearings. Bear race. Never hit the balls or ball cage.
ings should never be heated with a direct flame or Position the outboard oil seal (7A) in the bearing
directly on a hot plate. housing bore with the lip positioned as shown in
Figure 2. Press the oil seal into the housing until the
NOTE face is just flush with the machined surface on the
If a hot oil bath is used to heat the bearings, both the bearing housing. Inspect for and remove any seal
oil and the container must be absolutely clean. If ant shavings that might be removed from the O.D.
the oil has been previously used, it must be thor of the oil seal.
oughly filtered.
Press the oil seal (7) into the bearing cap (19) with
the lip positioned as shown in Figure 2. Replace
the bearing cap gasket (20) and secure the bear
Heat the bearings to a uniform temperature no ing cap with the hardware (17 and 18). Be careful
higher than 250F (120C) and slide the bearings not to damage the oil seal lip on the shaft keyway.
onto the shaft, one at a time, until they are fully
seated. This should be done quickly, in one con Lubricate the bearing housing as indicated in LU
tinuous motion, to prevent the bearings from cool BRICATION.
ing and sticking on the shaft.
Seal Installation
After the bearings have been installed and allowed (Figures 2 and 5)
to cool, check to ensure that they have not moved
away from the shaft shoulders in shrinking. If
movement has occurred, use a suitably sized
sleeve and a press to reposition the bearings
against the shaft shoulders.
flammable. Use them only in a well ven
If heating the bearings is not practical, use a suit
tilated area free from excessive heat,
ably sized sleeve, and an arbor (or hydraulic) press
sparks, and flame. Read and follow all
to install the bearings on the shaft.
ers.
Clean the seal cavity and shaft with a cloth soaked
in fresh cleaning solvent. Inspect the stationary
seat bore in the seal plate for dirt, nicks and burrs,
When installing the bearings onto the and remove any that exist. The stationary seat bore
shaft, never press or hit against the outer must be completely clean before installing the
race, balls, or ball cage. Press only on the seal.
inner race.
Secure the outboard bearing on the shaft with the

bearing snap ring (21).
A new seal assembly should be installed
Slide the shaft and assembled bearings into the any time the old seal is removed from the
bearing housing until the retaining ring on the out pump. Wear patterns on the finished faces
board bearing seats against the bearing housing. cannot be realigned during reassembly.
Reusing an old seal could result in prema age. If any components are worn, replace the com
ture failure. plete seal; never mix old and new seal parts.
The seal is not normally reused because wear pat If a replacement seal is being used, remove it from
terns on the finished faces cannot be realigned the container and inspect the precision finished
during reassembly. This could result in premature faces to ensure that they are free of any foreign
failure. If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer matter.
gency, carefully wash all metallic parts in fresh
cleaning solvent and allow to dry thoroughly. To ease installation of the seal, lubricate the shaft
sleeve O‐ring and the external stationary seat O‐
Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring, ring with a very small amount of light lubricating oil.
grooves, and other damage that might cause leak See Figure 5 for seal part identification.
RETAINER SEAL PLATE

SPRING
IMPELLER
O‐RINGS
SPRING SLEEVE
CENTERING O‐RING
WASHER
BELLOWS SHAFT SLEEVE
IMPELLER
SHAFT
ROTATING STATIONARY
ELEMENT
ELEMENT
OIL SEAL
IMPELLER SHIMS
STATIONARY
DRIVE BAND SEAT
Figure 5. Cartridge Seal Assembly

To prevent damaging the shaft sleeve O‐ring (4) on
the shaft threads, cover the threads with electrical
or duct tape. Slide the O‐ring over the shaft until it
seats against the shaft shoulder. Remove the tape
This seal is not designed for operation at covering the threads. Check to ensure that the
temperatures above 160F (71C). Do not shaft threads are free of any tape residue and clean
use at higher operating temperatures. as required before proceeding with seal installa
tion.
If the seal plate was removed, install the seal plate
gasket (6). Position the seal plate over the shaft
and secure it to the bearing housing with the hard Lubricate the external stationary seat O‐ring with
ware (8 and 9). light oil. Slide the seal assembly onto the shaft until

the external stationary seat O‐ring engages the to slide down the shaft until seated against the
bore in the seal plate. shaft shoulder. Continue to screw the impeller onto
the shaft until the impeller, shims, and sleeve are
Clean and inspect the impeller as described in Im fully seated against the shaft shoulder (see Figure
peller Installation and Adjustment. Install the full 7).
set of impeller shims (30) provided with the seal,
and screw the impeller onto the shaft until it is Measure the impeller‐to‐seal plate clearance, and
seated against the seal (see Figure 6). remove impeller adjusting shims to obtain the
proper clearance as described in Impeller Instal
O‐RING ENGAGED lation and Adjustment.
WITH SEAL PLATE
BORE
If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer
gency, carefully separate the rotating and station
ary seal faces from the bellows retainer and sta
tionary seat.
A new seal assembly should be installed

SHEAR RING any time the old seal is removed from the
(UNSHEARED)
pump. Wear patterns on the finished faces
cannot be realigned during reassembly.
Figure 6. Seal Partially Installed
Reusing an old seal could result in prema
Continue to screw the impeller onto the shaft. This ture failure.
will press the stationary seat into the seal plate Handle the seal parts with extreme care to prevent
bore. damage. Be careful not to contaminate precision
finished faces; even fingerprints on the faces can
NOTE shorten seal life. If necessary, clean the faces with a
A firm resistance will be felt as the impeller presses non‐oil based solvent and a clean, lint‐free tissue.
the stationary seat into the seal plate bore. Wipe lightly in a concentric pattern to avoid
scratching the faces.
Carefully wash all metallic parts in fresh cleaning

STATIONARY SEAT
FULLY SEATED IN solvent and allow to dry thoroughly.
SEAL PLATE BORE
Do not attempt to separate the rotating

portion of the seal from the shaft sleeve
when reusing an old seal. The rubber bel
lows will adhere to the sleeve during use,
and attempting to separate them could
SHEAR RING damage the bellows.
(SHEARED)
Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring,
Figure 7. Seal Fully Installed grooves, and other damage that might cause leak
age. Inspect the integral shaft sleeve for nicks or
As the stationary seat becomes fully seated, the cuts on either end. If any components are worn, or
seal spring compresses, and the shaft sleeve will the sleeve is damaged, replace the complete seal;
break the nylon shear ring. This allows the sleeve never mix old and new seal parts.

Install the stationary seal element in the stationary this clearance, and add or remove impeller adjust
seat. Press this stationary subassembly into the ing shims as required.
seal plate bore until it seats squarely against the
bore shoulder. A push tube made from a piece of
NOTE
Proceed with Rotating Assembly Installation be
plastic pipe would aid this installation. The I.D. of
fore installing the impeller capscrew and washer
the pipe should be slightly larger than the O.D. of
(26 and 27). The rotating assembly must be in
the shaft sleeve.
stalled in the pump casing in order to torque the im
peller capscrew.
Slide the rotating portion of the seal (consisting of
the integral shaft sleeve, spring centering washer,
spring, bellows and retainer, and rotating element)
After the rotating assembly is installed in the pump
onto the shaft until the seal faces contact.
casing, coat the threads of the impeller capscrew
Proceed with Impeller Installation and Adjust (26) with `Never‐Seez' or equivalent compound,
ment. and install the impeller washer (27) and capscrew;
torque the capscrew to 90 ft. lbs. (1080 in. lbs. or
12,4 m. kg.).
Impeller Installation and Adjustment
(Figure 2) Rotating Assembly Installation

(Figure 1)
Inspect the impeller, and replace it if cracked or
badly worn. Inspect the impeller and shaft threads NOTE
for dirt or damage, and clean or dress the threads There is a 1‐1/2 inch diameter socket head pipe
as required. plug (not shown) located in the side of the bearing
housing. This hole is required for manufacturing
purposes only; therefore the pipe plug should nev
er require removal.
The shaft and impeller threads must be Install the bearing housing O‐ring (9) and lubricate
completely clean before reinstalling the im it with light grease. Ease the rotating assembly into
peller. Even the slightest amount of dirt on the pump casing using the installation tool. Be
the threads can cause the impeller to seize careful not to damage the O‐ring.
to the shaft, making future removal difficult
or impossible without damage to the im Install the rotating assembly adjusting shims (33)
peller or shaft. and secure the rotating assembly to the pump cas
ing with the hardware (14 and 32).
Install the same thickness of impeller adjusting
shims (3) as previously removed. Apply `Never‐ To set the impeller and wear plate clearance, refer
Seez' or equivalent to the shaft threads and screw to the Back Cover Installation And Adjustment.
the impeller onto the shaft until tight. Be sure the
seal spring seats squarely on shoulder on the back Suction Check Valve Installation
side of the impeller.
(Figure 1)
NOTE
At the slightest sign of binding, immediately back Inspect the check valve assembly (23) and replace
the impeller off, and check the threads for dirt. Do it if badly worn.
not try to force the impeller onto the shaft.
NOTE
The check valve assembly must be replaced as a
A clearance of .025 to .040 inch (0,64 to 1,02 mm) complete unit. Individual parts are not sold sepa
between the impeller and the seal plate is recom rately.
mended for maximum pump efficiency. Measure

Reach through the back cover opening with the Replace the back cover O‐rings (6 and 9) and lubri
check valve and position the check valve adaptor cate them with a generous amount of No. 2 grease.
in the mounting slot in the suction flange (21). Align Clean any scale or debris from the contacting sur
the adaptor with the flange hole and secure the as faces in the pump casing that might interfere or
sembly with the check valve pin (22). prevent a good seal with the back cover.
Screw the four adjusting screws (11) into the

NOTE
tapped holes in the back cover plate until they are
If the suction or discharge flanges were removed,
just flush with the machined surface on the back
replace the respective gaskets, apply `Permatex
side of the cover plate.
Aviation No. 3 Form‐A‐Gasket' or equivalent com
pound to the mating surfaces, and secure them to Align the back cover plate over the studs (3) and
the pump casing with the attaching hardware. slide it into the pump casing. Use two back cover
nuts (13) on diagonally opposing studs to press
the back cover into the pump casing until the wear
Back Cover Installation and Adjustment plate just touches the impeller when the shaft is
turned by hand. Tighten the hand nuts evenly to
(Figures 1 and 8) avoid binding.
If the wear plate (5) was removed for replacement, With the wear plate just touching the impeller, turn
carefully center the new wear plate on the back the two free adjusting screws until they engage the
cover and secure it with the hardware (7 and 8). pump casing. Position the locking collars over the
The wear plate must be concentric to prevent bind adjusting screws so the holes in the collars for the
ing when the back cover is installed. locking screws align approximately with the holes
in the cover plate.
Clearance between the impeller and wear plate is
adjusted using four adjusting screws and locking Loosen the hand nuts used to press the back cover
collars. There are 18 detents on the I.D. of each into the pump casing one full turn.
locking collar. Indexing the collars one detent on
Pull the collars off the adjusting screws, index them
the adjusting screws represents approximately
three detents counterclockwise, and reinstall the
.005 inch (0,13 mm) of wear plate clearance. The
collars on the adjusting screws. Use the collars to
recommended clearance between the wear plate
turn the adjusting screws clockwise until the holes
and the impeller is .010 to .020 inch (0,25 to 0,50
in the locking collars realign with the tapped screw
mm).
holes in the back cover plate. Secure the locking
collars to the back cover plate with the hardware
USE TWO REMAINING USE TWO (14 and 15). Install the two remaining back cover
ADJUSTING SCREWS AND OPPOSING
LOCKING COLLARS TO BACK COVER NUTS nuts snugly against the adjusting screws.
SET FACE CLEARANCE TO PRESS
BACK COVER Remove the first two back cover nuts from their
INTO PUMP
CASING studs. Turn the adjusting screws clockwise until
they engage the pump casing. Install the locking
INDEX COLLARS 3
DETENTS COUNTER‐ collars and hardware (28 and 29). Reinstall the
CLOCKWISE, THEN back cover nuts.
TURN CLOCKWISE
UNTIL SCREW
HOLES ALIGN Be sure the wear plate does not scrape against the
impeller.
Over time it may be necessary to repeat the adjust

ment process to compensate for normal wear be
tween the impeller and wear plate. When all of the
adjustment has been used on the back cover side
of the pump, an additional 0.125 inch (3,2 mm) of
adjustment may be obtained by removing the ro
Figure 8. Installing and Adjusting Back Cover tating assembly adjusting shims (33).

Allow an installed pump to completely cool before Install the suction and discharge lines and open all
draining liquid from the pump casing. Remove the valves. Make certain that all piping connections are
back cover. Remove the rotating assembly adjust tight, properly supported and secure.
ing shims, then reinstall the hardware securing the
Be sure the pump and power source have been
rotating assembly to the pump casing. Perform the
properly lubricated, see LUBRICATION.
back cover adjustment procedure described
above to obtain the proper face clearance. Remove the fill cover assembly (31) and fill the
pump casing with clean liquid. Reinstall the fill
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE cover and tighten it. Refer to OPERATION, Section
MAINTENANCE C, before putting the pump back into service.
(Figure 1) LUBRICATION
Seal Assembly
The back cover is equipped with a pressure relief
valve to provide additional safety for the pump and
(Figure 2)
operator (refer to Liquid Temperature And Over
heating in OPERATION). Before starting the pump, remove the vented plug
(11) and fill the seal cavity with approximately 64
It is recommended that the pressure relief valve as
ounces (1,9 liters) SAE No. 30 non‐detergent oil to
sembly be replaced at each overhaul, or any time
the middle of the sight gauge (15A) and maintain it
the pump overheats and activates the valve. Never
at the middle of the gauge. Clean and reinstall the
replace this valve with a substitute which has not
vented plug. Maintain the oil at this level.
been specified or provided by the Gorman‐Rupp
Company. NOTE
The white reflector in the sight gauge must be posi
Periodically, the valve should be removed for in tioned horizontally to provide proper drainage.
spection and cleaning. When reinstalling the relief
valve, apply `Loctite Pipe Sealant With Teflon No. Bearings
592', or equivalent compound, on the relief valve
threads. Position the valve as shown in Figure 1
with the discharge port pointing down. (Figure 2)
Final Pump Assembly The bearing housing was fully lubricated when
shipped from the factory. Check the oil level regu
larly through the sight gauge (15B) and maintain it
(Figure 1) at the middle of the gauge. When lubrication is re
quired, add SAE No. 30 non‐detergent oil through
the hole for the air vent (13). Do not over‐lubricate.
Install the shaft key (23, Figure 2) and reconnect
Over‐lubrication can cause the bearings to over‐
the power source. Be sure to install any guards
heat, resulting in premature bearing failure.
used over the rotating members.
NOTE
The white reflector in the sight gauge must be posi
tioned horizontally to provide proper drainage.
Under normal conditions, drain the bearing hous

Do not operate the pump without the ing once each year and refill with approximately 21
guards in place over the rotating parts. ounces (0,6 liter) clean oil. Change the oil more fre
Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth quently if the pump is operated continuously or in
ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in stalled in an environment with rapid temperature
jury to personnel. change.

For cold weather operation, consult the factory or a

lubricant supplier for the recommended grade of
oil.
Monitor the condition of the bearing lubri Power Source

cant regularly for evidence of rust or mois
ture condensation. This is especially im Consult the literature supplied with the power
portant in areas where variable hot and source, or contact your local power source repre
cold temperatures are common. sentative.

For U.S. and International Warranty Information,
Please Visit www.grpumps.com/warranty
or call:
U.S.: 419-755-1280
International: +1-419-755-1352
For Canadian Warranty Information,

Please Visit www.grcanada.com/warranty
or call:
519-631-2870
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OM-05144-01

October 10, 2000

SUPER T SERIES PUMPS

2000 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.

RECORD YOUR PUMP MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER

Please record your pump model and serial number in the

SAFETY - SECTION A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE A - 1

INSTALLATION - SECTION B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1

OPERATION - SECTION C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 1

BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 4

TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D - 1

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D - 3

PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 1

PERFORMANCE CURVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 1

The Gorman‐Rupp Company

Do not operate the pump against a

Overheated pumps can cause severe

If installed in a flooded suction application where Pump Dimensions

Figure 1. Pump Model T6A3S‐B, Including /F, /FM, /WW, /WWS

PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION POSITIONING PUMP

The pump assembly was inspected and tested be­

Pump unit weights will vary depending on the

If the maximum shelf life has been exceeded, or if Clearance

Gauges Since even a slight leak will affect priming, head,

If a single suction line is installed in a sump, it Suction Line Positioning

Figure 2. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity

DISCHARGE LINES minimize the chance of plugging.

Siphoning In low discharge head applications (less than 30

With high discharge heads, it is recommended that

In high discharge head applications (more than

AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE

When properly installed, a Gorman‐Rupp Auto­

INSTALL AIR RELEASE VALVE

SUPPORT PUMP DISCHARGE

Figure 3. Typical Automatic Air Release Valve Installation

The alignment of the pump and its power source is

Adjusting the alignment in one direction

Coupled Drives Figure 5. Aligning Non‐Spider Type Couplings

Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge

Figure 4. Aligning Spider‐Type Couplings

This pump is designed to handle liquids

Never operate this pump unless there is

If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re­

Lines With a Bypass No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur­

If the bypass line is open, air from the suction line

If the application involves a high discharge

Never introduce air or steam pressure into the

Cold Weather Preservation

With the pump inoperative, install a vacuum gauge

Before attempting to open or service the

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY

PUMP STOPS OR Air leak in suction line. Correct leak.

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY

EXCESSIVE NOISE Cavitation in pump. Reduce suction lift and/or friction

Impeller clogged or damaged. Clean out debris; replace damaged

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec­

Preventive Maintenance Schedule

PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E

Pump speed and operating condition

The pump assembly was inspected and tested be

When properly installed, a Gorman‐Rupp Auto

If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re

Lines With a Bypass No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec

VITON IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF THE DUPONT CORP.

Over time it may be necessary to repeat the adjust

Under normal conditions, drain the bearing hous

Monitor the condition of the bearing lubri Power Source