Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual: GHC Series Iron Pumps

TVXY OM−05845−01
January 17, 2006
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
ROTARY GEAR PUMPS

MODEL
GHC SERIES
IRON PUMPS
For
The Ariel Corporation
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY MANSFIELD, OHIO

www.gormanrupp.com
GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A.
Copyright by the Gorman-Rupp Company
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE I − 1
SAFETY − SECTION A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE A − 1
INSTALLATION − SECTION B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B − 1
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−1

PUMP MODEL DESIGNATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−1
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−2
STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−2
Flushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−2
PUMP INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−3
Maximum Operating Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−3
Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−3
Positioning The Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−3
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−3
Piping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−3
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−4
Strainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−4
Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−4
Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−4
ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−5
Coupled Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−5
V-Belt Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−5
V-BELT TENSIONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−6
General Rules of Tensioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−6
Tensioning Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−6
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−8
OPERATION − SECTION C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C − 1
PUMP OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−1

PRE-OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−1
Before Starting The Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−1
Checking Pump Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−1
STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−2
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−2
Liquid Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−2
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−2
Checking Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−2
Strainer Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−2
Leakage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−3
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−3
Cracking Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−3
Complete By-Pass Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−3
STOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−3
TROUBLESHOOTING − SECTION D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D − 1
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D−4
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
(continued)
PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR − SECTION E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E − 1
PARTS LISTS:
GHC3JL3−B /S1, GHC3JL3−B /S2, GHC3JL3−B /S3, GHC3JP3−B /S1, GHC3JP3−B /S2 . . PAGE E−3
GHC3NK3−B /S1, GHC3NK3−B /S2, GHC3NM3−B /S1, GHC3NM3−B /S2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−5
PUMP DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−6
Pressure Relief Valve (10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−6
Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing Retaining Nut) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−7
Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing Retaining Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−7
Head/Idler Kit (01) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−8
Seal Removal (05) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−8
Rotor/Shaft Removal (08) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−8
Backhead Kit Removal (06) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−9
Housing Assembly (04) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−9
PUMP REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−9
Cleaning and Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−9
Bushing Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−10
Housing Assembly (04) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−10
Backhead Kit (06) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−10
Rotor/Shaft Assembly (03) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−10
Seal Installation (05) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−10
Head/Idler Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−11
Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing Retaining Nut) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−11
Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing Retaining Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−11
SETTING END CLEARANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−12
RELIEF VALVE DISASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−13
RELIEF VALVE REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−14
Relief Valve Installation (10) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E−15
SEAL APPENDIX − SECTION F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE F−1
GHC3JL3−B /S1, GHC3JL3−B /S2, GHC3JL3−B /S3, GHC3JP3−B /S1, GHC3JP3−B /S2
Mech. Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE F−1
GHC3NK3−B /S1, GHC3NK3−B /S2, GHC3NM3−B /S1, GHC3NM3−B /S2
Cart. Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE F−1
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GHC SERIES OM−05845
INTRODUCTION
Thank You for purchasing a Gorman-Rupp Rotary on design and components. Some models are
Gear Pump. This manual is designed to help you not recommended for use with water; others
achieve the best performance and longest life from when fitted with specific options, may be used
your Gorman-Rupp Rotary Gear pump. Read this with water; consult the factory.
manual carefully to learn how to safely install, op-
erate and repair your pump. Failure to do so could If there are any questions regarding the pump or
result in personal injury or damage to the pump. drive unit which are not covered in this manual or
in other literature accompanying this unit, please
This manual will alert personnel to known proce- contact your Gorman-Rupp distributor or the Gor-
dures which require special attention, to those man-Rupp Company:
which could damage equipment, and to those
which could be dangerous to personnel. However, The Gorman-Rupp Company
this manual cannot possibly provide detailed in- P.O. Box 1217
structions and precautions for each specific ap- Mansfield, Ohio 44901−1217
plication or for every situation that might occur dur- Phone: (419) 755−1011
ing maintenance of the unit. Therefore, it is the re- or:
sponsibility of the owner, installer and/or mainte- Gorman-Rupp of Canada Limited
nance personnel to ensure that applications and/ 70 Burwell Road
or maintenance procedures not addressed in this St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3R7
manual are performed only after establishing that Phone: (519) 631−2870
neither personal safety nor pump integrity are
compromised by such applications or procedures.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
In addition to this manual, a separate Parts List is
shipped with the pump. Refer to the Parts List when
The warranty provided with your pump is part of
ordering parts.
Gorman-Rupp’s support program for customers
If your pump is furnished with a drive unit, refer to who operate and maintain their equipment as de-
the drive unit manufacturer’s installation and oper- scribed in this and the other accompanying litera-
ation instructions in the literature accompanying ture. Please note that should the equipment be
the pump. abused or modified to change its performance be-
yond the original factory specifications, the war-
These pumps can transfer a wide range of light, ranty will become void and any claim will be de-
medium, and heavy viscosity liquids, depending nied.
INTRODUCTION PAGE I−1

OM−04352 GHC SERIES
The following are used to alert personnel to procedures which require special attention, to those which
could damage equipment, and to those which could be dangerous to personnel:
Immediate hazards which will result in Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
severe personal injury or death. These result in minor personal injury or product or
instructions describe the procedure re- property damage. These instructions de-
quired and the injury which will result scribe the requirements and the possible
from failure to follow the procedure. damage which could result from failure to
follow the procedure.
NOTE
Instructions to aid in installation, operation, and
Hazards or unsafe practices which maintenance or which clarify a procedure.
COULD result in severe personal injury
or death. These instructions describe
the procedure required and the injury
which could result from failure to follow
the procedure.
PAGE I−2 INTRODUCTION

SAFETY − SECTION A
This information is specific to Gorman-Rupp GHC covered in this manual could lead to de-
Series Rotary Gear Pumps made for The Ariel Cor- struction of equipment, injury, or death.
poration. It applies throughout this manual and
any manual or literature accompanying the
pump.
In addition to this manual, see the separate litera-

ture covering the drive unit used to operate this
The standard version of this pump is de-
pump. signed to handle a wide range of light,
medium, and heavy viscosity liquid, de-
pending on design and components,
and a range of temperatures when fitted
with different seals. Do not apply at
higher temperatures that the seal will
Pumps and related equipment must be in- handle. Do not attempt to pump liquids
stalled and operated according to all na- which may damage the pump or endan-
tional, local and industry standards. ger personnel as a result of pump fail-
ure; consult the factory for chemical
compatibility.
This manual will alert personnel to

known procedures which require spe-
cial attention, to those which could If the pump and motor are furnished
damage equipment, and to those which mounted on a base, make certain that all
could be dangerous to personnel. How- lifting devices have adequate capacity.
ever, this manual cannot possibly pro- If chains or cables are used in lifting,
vide detailed instructions and precau- make certain that they are positioned so
tions for each specific application or for as not to damage components, and so
every situation that might occur during that the load will be balanced.
maintenance of the unit. Therefore, it is
the responsibility of the owner, installer
and/or maintenance personnel to en-
sure that applications and/or mainte-
nance procedures not addressed in this After the pump has been installed, make
manual are performed only after estab- certain that the pump and all piping or
lishing that neither personal safety nor hose connections are secure before op-
pump integrity are compromised by eration. Loose connections can result in
such applications or procedures. damage to the equipment and serious
injury to personnel.
Before attempting to install, operate, or

service this pump, familiarize yourself Never operate the pump without a pres-
with this manual, and with all other liter- sure relief valve installed on the pump
ature shipped with the pump. Unfamil- or in the discharge piping. Make certain
iarity with all aspects of pump operation that pump-mounted pressure relief
SAFETY PAGE A−1

valves are installed with their adjusting

ends toward the suction port. If bi-rota-
tional operation is required, a pressure
relief device must be provided for both An overheated pump can cause severe
directions of flow. Operation without a burns and injury. If overheating occurs:
pressure relief valve or with an improp-
erly installed relief valve could cause 1. Stop the pump immediately.
the pump to explode, resulting in seri- 2. Allow the pump to completely cool.
ous injury or death to personnel. 3. Refer to the instructions in this
manual before restarting the
pump.
Before attempting to open or service the

pump: Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
1. Familiarize yourself with this man- pipe plugs or fittings from an over-
ual. heated pump. Vapor pressure within the
2. Lock out incoming power to the pump can cause parts being disen-
drive unit to ensure that the pump gaged to be ejected with great force. Al-
will remain inoperative. low the pump to completely cool before
3. Allow the pump to completely cool servicing.
if overheated.
4. Close the discharge and suction
valve (if used).
Do not operate this pump without
guards in place over the rotating parts.
Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth-
ing, fingers or tools, causing severe in-
jury to personnel.
PAGE A−2 SAFETY

INSTALLATION − SECTION B
GENERAL INFORMATION Typical Pump Model
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. GHS 1 1/2 GF 32
Design Port Hydraulic Construction

Style Size Size Code
Pumps and related equipment must be in- Design Style: Gorman-Rupp rotary gear pumps
stalled and operated according to all na- are available in five basic designs:
tional, local and industry standards.
GMC − Medium Duty − Compact
Since pump installations are seldom identical, this
GMS − Medium Duty
section is intended only to summarize general rec-
ommendations and practices required to inspect, GHC − Heavy Duty − Compact
position, and arrange the pump and piping. If there
are any questions concerning your specific instal-
GHS − Heavy Duty
lation, contact your Gorman-Rupp distributor or GHA − Abrasive Duty
the Gorman-Rupp Company.
Port Size: Gorman-Rupp rotary gear pumps are
Most of the information applies to a flooded suction available in port sizes from 1 to 6 inches, depend-
installation where liquid is supplied under pres- ing on the design style. Consult your Gorman-
sure. Rupp distributor or the factory for additional sizes.
Hydraulic Size: The first letter in the hydraulic size

If the pump is positioned above the liquid in a static is a rotor diameter code. The second letter indi-
lift installation, information such as mounting, pip- cates tooth length.
ing configuration and priming must be tailored to
specific conditions. Construction Code: Construction Codes for Gor-
man-Rupp rotary gear pumps are as follows:
Code Description
3 Iron w/Mechanical Seal(s)
4 Iron w/Packing or Lip Seal(s)
9 316 SST w/Mechanical Seal(s)
These pumps are not recommended for
10 316 SST w/Packing or Lip Seal(s)
use with water. Some models when fitted 32 Steel w/Mechanical Seal(s)
with specific options may be used with wa- 38 Steel w/Packing or Lip Seal(s)
ter; consult the factory. Theoretical Displacement: Table B-1 indicates
theoretical displacement values for each hydraulic
size.
PUMP MODEL DESIGNATION
NOTE
Following is a description of the model numbering Actual capacities and recommended shaft speeds
system for Gorman-Rupp rotary gear pumps. vary according to application. Consult your Gor-
Rotary gear pump model numbers include design man-Rupp distributor or the factory for addtional in-
style, port size, hydraulic size and construction formation.
code.
INSTALLATION PAGE B−1

Table B-1. Theoretical Displacement If the pump will not be immediately installed, follow
these procedures or damage to the pump will oc-
cur.
Theoretical Displacement
Hydraulic Per Revolution a. Do not flush the pump. Ensure that the port
Size plugs shipped with the pump remain in place
Gallons Centimeters3
until piping is installed to help prevent dust or
DC 0.00568 21.486
other foreign objects from entering the pump.
DE 0.00704 26.646
GC 0.00967 36.619 b. Pumps that will not be installed for an ex-
GF 0.01405 53.186
GH 0.01915 72.479 tended period should be stored indoors if
GJ 0.02317 87.700 possible. The factory-installed port plugs will
JG 0.03579 135.49 not ensure protection from excessive humid-
JJ 0.05159 195.28 ity, splash water or rain. In very humid or wet
JL 0.07078 267.94 conditions, install air-tight plugs in the ports
JP 0.10078 381.48
and fill the pump completely with a lubricating
NK 0.10665 403.71
NM 0.14173 536.51 preservative liquid that is compatible with the
NP 0.17681 669.31 liquid to be pumped.
RM 0.24030 909.65
RP 0.29979 1134.8 c. Pumps stored outdoors must be fully pre-
RR 0.35927 1360.0 served as described above, completely cov-
RS 0.41876 1585.1 ered with plastic or other water-tight material,
SR 0.65752 2489.0
and the covering anchored to ensure that it
SU 1.10240 4173.2
TU 1.91280 7240.7 will not be blown off.
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION Flushing
The pump assembly was inspected and tested be-

fore shipment from the factory. Before installation,
check for damage which may have occurred dur-
ing shipment. Check as follows:
Clean piping is essential because of close-
a. Inspect the pump assembly for cracks, dents,
tolerance moving parts in this pump. Flush
damaged threads, and other obvious dam-
all dirt, grit, weld beads or scale from the
age.
suction piping before installing the pump.
b. Check for loose attaching hardware. Since Damage to the pump because of debris in
gaskets tend to shrink after drying, check for the suction line is not covered by the pump
loose hardware at the mating surfaces. warranty.
Before shipment, the pump may have been tested
c. Carefully read all tags, decals, and markings
using a petroleum-based preservative. If flushing is
on the pump assembly, and perform all duties
required, do not do so until just before installation;
indicated.
the test oil protects close-tolerance pump parts
from corrosion.
STORAGE
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and

Due to the extreme close machining toler- flammable. Use them only in a well ven-
ances within rotary gear pumps, proper tilated area free from flame, sparks, and
storage before installation is essential to excessive heat. Read and follow all pre-
prevent damage to the pump. cautions printed on solvent containers.
PAGE B−2 INSTALLATION

NOTE Lifting
Simple flushing of the wetted end of the pump to re-
Remove suction and discharge hose and piping
move test liquid may not be sufficient to thoroughly
before attempting to lift the pump. Use lifting equip-
clean the seal cavity. Pump design and the particu-
ment with a capacity of at least five times the total
lar seal assembly being used may require draining
weight of the equipment being lifted.
the seal area by removing the backhead plug and
then flushing through a separate line. Positioning The Pump
To flush the pump, use an approved solvent com- Locate the pump as close as possible to the liquid
patible with the liquid being pumped. Make cer- being pumped. Locating the pump below the liq-
tain that the solvent will not attack pump com- uid source will help self-priming and reduce the
ponents, particularly seals and gaskets. possibility of cavitation.
Mounting
PUMP INSTALLATION
The pump may be shipped alone, mounted on a
Pump dimensions are shown in the separate
base, or with pump and motor mounted on a base.
Pump Specification Bulletin.
Install the pump and motor on a base before
mounting the base on a foundation.
Mount the base on a foundation that will provide

permanent, rigid support for the pump, and will be
Never operate the pump without a pres- heavy enough to absorb any vibration, strain or
shock.
sure relief valve installed on the pump
or in the discharge piping. Make certain
that pump-mounted pressure relief Piping
valves are installed with their adjusting
Before establishing suction and discharge lines,
ends toward the suction port. If bi-rota- determine pump port positions and rotation. Fig-
tional operation is required, a pressure ure B−1 shows typical port positions for the stan-
relief device must be provided for both dard 180 housing; if you have selected a 90
directions of flow. Operation without a housing port option, your port positions will be dif-
pressure relief valve or with an improp- ferent.
erly installed relief valve could cause
the pump to explode, resulting in seri- Either hose or rigid pipe may be used to make con-
ous injury or death to personnel. nections. If rigid piping is used, install expansion
joints to protect the pump from vibration and ther-
Maximum Operating Parameters mal expansion in the piping. Do not use expansion
joints or flexible connectors to adjust misaligned
Rotary gear pumps are capable of different operat- piping.
ing parameters depending on such things a specif-
ic materials of construction, pump options, liquid Begin piping layout at the pump, and work toward
being pumped, etc. In no case should the applica- the source of supply and the point of discharge. If
tion exceed the parameters shown below. Consult an obstacle is in the way of a suction or discharge
the factory for specific ratings. line, run the piping around the obstruction, not
over it. Running piping over an obstruction will
creat an air pocket which will make priming more
Maximum Operating Parameters
difficult.
Pressure 400 psi (28 Bar)
Speed* 1750 rpm If possible, slope the piping toward the pump so no
Temperature 350F (177C) air or liquid is trapped in the piping. If a long hori-
zontal suction line is necessary, install the line be-
* Consult Factory for Specific Speed Rating low the liquid level whenever possible in order to

keep the piping full of liquid. This will make priming age to the equipment and/or serious in-
easier because the pump will not have to remove jury to personnel.
as much air in the line.
Gauges
Housing Position Std. 180 Pump Install a vacuum gauge in the suction line and a dis-
(3−9 O’clock) Housing Mounted Relief Valve charge pressure gauge in the discharge line (both
OPT. Drive End Front End should be as close as possible to the pump) to
monitor operation and assist in troubleshooting.
Rotation Clockwise
Strainers
STD. Because of the close-tolerance moving parts of

this pump, it is recommended that a strainer be in-
stalled in the suction line. The strainer should be
large enough to prevent excessive vacuum, and
Rotation Counter-clockwise capable of operating under high vacuum without
collapsing. The net open area of the strainer
screen depends on liquid viscosity and desired
flow rate; in any case, the sum of the area of all the
01A holes in the screen should be three to five times the
area of the suction pipe.
Sealing
Figure B-1. Typical Port Positions & Rotation Even a slight leak will affect priming, head, and ca-
pacity, especially in a suction lift application. Seal
The discharge and suction lines must be inde- all piping joints, valves and gauges with pipe dope
pendently supported to avoid vibration and strain or teflon tape. The sealing material should be com-
on the pump. For maximum pumping capacity, patible with the liquid being pumped.
keep the lines as short and straight as possible. El-
bows and fittings used in the lines increase friction Valves
losses; minimize their use. Reducers used in suc-
tion lines should be the eccentric type installed To avoid air pockets, install piping valves with the
with the flat part uppermost to avoid creating air stem horizontal.
pockets.
To prevent leakage during shutdown, install a shut-
Before tightening a connection or flange, align it off valve in the discharge line, particularly on a
exactly with the pump port. Never pull a pipe line flooded suction application. Shutoff valves are not
into place by tightening the flange bolts and/or recommended for suction lines.
couplings.
It is not recommended that a foot valve be installed
at the end of the suction line. If desired to install a
foot valve, consult the factory.
When handling very hot or cold liquids, install a

pressure relief valve in any part of the system that
Liquid used for temperature control can be valved off or isolated; this will protect piping
must not exceed 600 _F (316 _C) or 150 against damage from liquid thermal expansion or
psi (1034 kPa) pressure. Higher temper- contraction from temperature changes during
atures or pressures can result in dam- shutdown.

ALIGNMENT
Make certain that power to the drive unit

is disconnected before attempting to
connect the pump drive; otherwise, per-
sonal injury may result.
Figure B-3. Aligning Non-Spider Type Coupling

NOTE Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge
See ROTATION in Section C before mounting the across both coupling rims at the top, bottom, and
pump on the base. side. When the straightedge rests evenly on both
halves of the coupling, the coupling is in horizontal
parallel alignment. If the coupling is misaligned,
Coupled Drives use a feeler gauge between the coupling and the
straightedge to measure the amount of misalign-
When using couplings, the axis of the power ment.
source must be aligned to the axis of the pump
shaft in both the horizontal and vertical planes. V-Belt Drives
Most couplings require a specific gap or clearance
between the driving and the driven shafts. Refer to When using V-belt drives, the power source and
the coupling manufacturer’s service literature. the pump must be parallel. Use a straightedge
along the sides of the pulleys to ensure that they
are properly aligned (see Figure B-4). In drive sys-
Align spider insert type couplings by using calipers tems using two or more belts, make certain that the
to measure the dimensions on the circumference belts are a matched set; unmatched sets will cause
of the outer ends of the coupling hub every 90. accelerated belt wear.
The coupling is in alignment when the hub ends
are the same distance apart at all points (see Fig-
ure B-2).
MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS

SHAFTS SHAFTS PARALLEL AND
Figure B-2. Spider-type Couplings NOT PARALLEL NOT IN LINE SHEAVES IN LINE
Figure B-4. V-belt Alignment
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 man-
every 90. The coupling is in alignment when the ufacturer’s instructions. If the belts are too loose
hubs are the same distance apart at all points (see they will slip; if they are too tight, there will be ex-
Figure B-3). cessive power loss and possible bearing failure.

Select pulleys to match the proper speed ratio; Belt Span

overspeeding the pump may damage both pump
and power source.
Deflection
Do not operate this pump without

guards in place over the rotating parts.
Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth-
ing, fingers or tools, causing severe in-
jury to personnel.
Figure B-5. Belt Tension Measurement
The ratio of deflection to belt span is 1:64 for both
V-BELT TENSIONING ASA and metric units. Therefore, a belt with a span
of 64 inches would require a deflection of 1 inch at
the force shown on the Tables for your particular
application.
General Rules of Tensioning
For example, if the span as measured in Figure B-5
is 32 inches (813 mm), the v-belt cross-section is C,
For new v-belts, check the tension after 5, 20 and the smallest sheave diameter is 8 inches, the pump
50 hours of operation and re-tension as required speed is 1250 RPM, and the belts are uncogged
(see the following procedure for measuring belt Yy-T type, then 11.5 lbs. of force on the tensioner
tension). Thereafter, check and re-tension if re- should show 1/2-inch (12,7 mm) of deflection.
quired monthly or at 500 hour intervals, whichever A tension tester is available as an option from Gor-
comes first. man-Rupp (P/N 29513−001). Other tension test-
ers are available from your local belt/sheave dis-
tributor, and work on a similar principal.
Ideal v-belt tension is the lowest tension at which
To use the Gorman-Rupp tensioner, measure the
the belt will not slip under peak load conditions. Do
belt span as shown in Figure B-5. Position the bot-
not over-tension v-belts. Over-tensioning will short-
tom of the large O-ring on the span scale of the ten-
en both v-belt and bearing life. Under-tensioning
sioner at the measured belt span. Set the small O-
will cause belt slippage. Always keep belts free
ring on the deflection force scale to zero.
from dirt, grease, oil and other foreign material
which may cause slippage. Place the tension tester squarely on the belt at the
center of the belt span. Apply force on the plunger,
perpendicular to the belt span, until the bottom of
the large O-ring is even with the top of the next belt,
Tension Measurement or with the bottom of a straight edge laid across the
sheaves.
Read the force applied from the bottom of the small
Correct v-belt tension can be achieved using a v- O-ring on the deflection force scale. Compare this
belt tension tester and Table B-2 or B-3. Use the force with the value shown in Table B-2 or B-3 and
tables to find the v-belt size (cross-section), the adjust the tension accordingly. Note that the ten-
smallest sheave diameter, the belt type for your ap- sion for new belts is higher than that for used
plication. The corresponding deflection force re- belts to allow for expected belt stretching. Do not
quired for new or used belts is shown opposite the over-tension used belts to the higher deflection
RPM range of the pump. forces shown for new belts.

Table B-2. Sheave Diameter (In.) Table B-3. Sheave Diameter (Mm.)
Deflection Force (Lbs.) Deflection Force (Kg.)
Belt Deflection Force Belt Deflection Force

Uncogged Cogged Uncogged Cogged
Hy-T Belts & Torque-Flex Hy-T Belts & Torque-Flex
Uncogged & Machined Uncogged & Machined
Hy-T Torque Edge torque Hy-T Torque Edge torque
Smallest Smallest
Team Team Belts Team Team Belts
Sheave Sheave
Cross Diameter R.P.M. Used New Used New Cross Diameter R.P.M. Used New Used New
Section Range Range Belt Belt Belt Belt Section Range Range Belt Belt Belt Belt
3.0 - 3.6 1000-2500 3.7 5.5 4.1 6.1 75 - 90 1000-2500 1.7 2.5 1.9 2.8
2501-4000 2.8 4.2 3.4 5.0 2501-4000 1.3 1.9 1.5 2.3
5.0 2.3
A,AX 3.8 - 4.8 1000-2500 4.5 6.8
4.3
7.4 A,AX 91 - 120 1000-2500 2.0 3.1
2.0
3.4
2501-4000 3.8 5.7 6.4 2501-4000 1.7 2.6 2.9
8.0 5.7 9.4 3.6 2.6 4.3
5.0 - 7.0 1000-2500 5.4
5.1 125 - 175 1000-2500 2.4
2.3
2501-4000 4.7 7.0 7.4 2501-4000 2.1 3.2 3.4
3.4 - 4.2 860-2500 4.9 7.2 85 - 105 860-2500 2.2 3.3

2501-4000 4.2 6.2 2501-4000 1.9 2.8
B,BX 860-2500 5.3 7.9 7.1 10.5 B,BX 860-2500 2.4 3.6 3.2 4.8
4.4 - 5.6 106 - 140
2501-4000 4.5 6.7 7.1 9.1 2501-4000 2.0 3.0 3.2 4.1
860-2500 6.3 9.4 8.5 12.6 860-2500 2.9 4.3 3.9 5.7
5.8 - 8.6 141 - 220
2501-4000 6.0 8.9 7.3 10.9 2501-4000 2.7 4.0 3.3 4.9
500-1740 11.5 17.0 14.7 21.8 9.9
7.0 - 9.0 175 - 230 500-1740 5.2 7.7 6.7
1741-3000 9.4 13.8 11.9 17.5 1741-3000 4.3 6.3 5.4 7.9
C,CX C,CX
500-1740 14.1 21.0 15.9 23.5 500-1740 6.4 9.5 7.2 10.7
9.5 - 16.0 231 - 400
1741-3000 12.5 18.5 14.6 21.6 1741-3000 5.7 8.4 6.6 9.8
12.0 - 16.0 200-850 11.5 17.0 14.7 21.8 305 - 400 200-850 11.3 16.8
851-1500 9.4 13.8 11.9 17.5 851-1500 9.6 14.2
D D
200-850 30.4 45.2 200-850 13.8 20.5
18.0 - 20.0 401 - 510
851-1500 25.6 38.0 851-1500 11.6 17.2
2.2 - 2.4 1000-2500 3.3 4.9 55 - 60 1000-2500 1.5 2.2
2501-4000 2.9 4.3 2501-4000 1.3 2.0
3V, 6.2 3V, 2.8
3VX 2.65 - 3.65 1000-2500 3.6 5.1 4.2
3VX 61 - 90 1000-2500 1.6 2.3 1.9
2501-4000 3.0 4.4 3.8 5.6 2501-4000 1.4 2.0 1.7 2.5
7.3 5.3 7.9 3.3 2.4 3.6
4.12 - 6.90 1000-2500 4.9 91 - 175 1000-2500 2.2
2501-4000 4.4 6.6 4.9 7.3 2501-4000 2.0 3.0 2.2 3.3
500-1749 10.2 15.2 500-1749 4.6 6.9
4.4 - 6.7 1750-3000 8.8 13.2 110 - 170 1750-3000 4.0 6.0
3001-4000 5.6 8.5 3001-4000 2.5 3.9
5V, 7.1 - 10.9 500-1740 12.7 18.9 14.8 22.1 5V, 171 - 1275 500-1740 5.8 8.6 6.7 10.0
5VX 1741-3000 11.2 16.7 13.7 20.1 5VX 1741-3000 5.1 7.6 6.2 9.1
11.8 - 16.0 500-1740 15.5 23.4 17.1 25.5 276 - 400 500-1740 7.0 10.6 7.8 11.6
1741-3000 14.6 21.8 16.8 25.0 1741-3000 6.6 9.9 7.6 11.3
12.5 - 17.0 200-850 33.0 49.3 315 - 430 200-850 15.0 22.4
851-1500 26.8 39.9 851-1500 12.2 18.1
8V 8V
18.0 - 22.4 200-850 39.6 59.2 431 - 570 200-850 18.0 26.8
851-1500 35.3 52.7 851-1500 16.0 23.9

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before connecting an electric motor to incoming

power, check that the electrical service available
matches the pump motor requirements stamped Do not install and operate a non-explo-
on the motor nameplate. sion proof motor in an explosive atmo-
sphere. Install, connect, and operate
the motor in accordance with The Na-
tional Electrical Code and all local
codes. If there is a conflict between the
The electrical power used to operate instructions in the manual accompany-
this pump is high enough to cause inju- ing the unit and The National Electrical
ry or death. Obtain the services of a qu- Code or the applicable local code, The
alified electrician to make all electrical National or local code shall take prece-
connections. dence.

OPERATION − SECTION C
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Open all valves in the suction and discharge lines,
and close all drain valves.
Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and
decals attached to the pump. If your pump is equipped with a packing seal, loos-
en the gland nuts before starting the pump until the
PUMP OPERATION packing gland may be moved slightly. If leakage
seems excessive after starting, wait until the pump
has run long enough to reach its normal operating
temperature before adjusting the gland nuts. Do
not over-tighten the gland nuts. Packing pumps
must leak slightly to cool and lubricate the shaft
Never use a pressure relief valve to reg- and to allow the shaft to turn freely.
ulate liquid flow. Pressure relief valves
Consult the drive manufacturer’s operating manu-
are designed as safety devices only. At-
al before attempting to start the drive.
tempting to regulate flow with a pres-
sure relief valve may cause the pump or In a suction lift application, fill the pump housing
piping to explode, causing severe per- with liquid to seal clearances and to lubricate the
sonal injury or death. pump.
PRE-OPERATION Checking Pump Rotation
Correct rotation of your pump is shown on the

Make certain that all instructions in INSTALLA-
pump serial plate or direction arrow plate.
TION, Section B have been carried out.
In applications with a single direction of

The standard version of the pump is de- flow and a single pump-mounted pressure
signed to handle a wide range of light, me- relief valve, make certain that the drive unit
dium, and heavy viscosity liquids, depend- turns the pump in the correct direction of
ing on design and components. Do notop- rotation. Otherwise, the pump-mounted
erate the pump with higher liquid tempera- pressure relief valve will not function.
tures than what it was designed; otherwise,
pump components and operation may be Follow the drive unit manufacturer’s instructions,
affected. For temperature range consult jog the pump motor briefly, and check rotation.
The Gorman-Rupp Company.
If a 3-phase motor is being used and rotation is in-
correct, have a qualified electrician interchange
Before Starting The Pump
any two of the 3-phase wires to change the direc-
tion of rotation. If a 1-phase motor is being used
and rotation is incorrect, consult the motor man-
ufacturer’s literature.
Never operate the pump against a

closed suction or discharge valve. The
pump will overheat, and may rupture or
explode, causing personal injury or Gorman-Rupp rotary gear pumps are bi-
death. directional; however, the pumps are
OPERATION PAGE C−1

manufactured to rotate in one specific di- A change in operating noise when liquid first enters
rection. If rotation is to be changed, the the pump is normal. After the pump is fully opera-
pressure relief valve must be re-installed tional, monitor it for any unusual noises or vibra-
with the cap pointing toward the suction tion; if either occurs, shut the pump down immedi-
port. Additionally, if the discharge presure ately.
is greater than the shaft seal rating (consult
Liquid Temperature
your Gorman-Rupp distributor), the pres-
sure relief plugs in the back of the housing Do not install the pump in a service with higher liq-
must be switched (see Housing Assem- uid temperatures than what it was designed. Intro-
bly under PUMP REASSEMBLY, Section ducing hot liquid into a cold pump will expand
E). parts unevenly, causing excessive wear, pump fail-
ure, and operation may be affected. This thermal
STARTING shock can be reduced by gradually heating the liq-
uid being introduced into the pump. If it is not pos-
Start the drive unit as indicated in the manufactur-
sible to heat the liquid, use heat tape and/or insula-
er’s instructions and observe the suction and dis-
tion to heat the pump.
charge gauges. If the pump does not deliver liquid
within one minute, stop the drive unit. Do not oper- High temperature bushings as well as optional
ate the pump more than one minute without liquid jackets which may be used to heat or cool the
in it; dry operation will damage or destroy the pump are available options for many models.
pump.
Overheating
Overheating can occur if the pump is operated with

valves in the suction or discharge lines closed. Op-
erating against closed valves could bring the liquid
Although this pump is self-priming, never to a boil, build pressure, and cause the pump to
operate it dry. Dry operation could cause rupture or explode. If overheating occurs, stop the
galling, seizing, damage to the seal or ex- pump and allow it to completely cool before servic-
cessive wear of rotating parts. ing.
Review the previous steps outlined in PRE-OP-

ERATION and review TROUBLESHOOTING,
Section D. If everything appears normal, add liquid
to the pump housing to assist priming and start the
driver again. Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
pipe plugs or fittings from an overheated
If the pump does not deliver liquid, stop the pump; pump. Vapor pressure within the pump
it may be necessary to vent the discharge line until can cause parts being disengaged to be
liquid begins to flow. ejected with great force. Allow the pump to
completely cool before cooling.
If the pump still does not deliver after consulting
TROUBLESHOOTING and venting the discharge Checking Gauges
line, contact your local Gorman-Rupp Rotary Gear
Distributor or the factory. Monitor vacuum and pressure gauge readings to
ensure that the pump is operating within normal
OPERATION range and delivering full flow.
NOTE Strainer Check

If the pump malfunctions or does not meet operat-
ing specifications, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING If a strainer has been installed in the suction line,
− Section D. monitor vacuum gauge readings to detect block-
age. Check the strainer if flow rate begins to drop.
PAGE C−2 OPERATION

Cracking Pressure
Cracking pressure is the pressure at which the

pressure relief valve first begins to open and by-
Never introduce air or steam pressure pass fluid. The nominal cracking pressure of the re-
into the pump housing to remove a lief valve provided with this pump is set at the facto-
blockage. This could result in personal ry and is indicated on the tag attached to the relief
injury or damage to the equipment. If valve.
backflushing is absolutely necessary,
If the nominal cracking pressure set at the factory
limit liquid pressure input to 50% of the
must be changed, see Table E-2 and instructions in
maximum permissible operating pres-
Section E - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR.
sure shown in the pump performance
data.
Complete By-pass Pressure
Leakage Complete by-pass pressure is the maximum pres-

sure the pump will see when all the pumped fluid is
No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur- being by-passed through the pressure relief valve.
faces or at pump connections or fittings. Keep all This pressure will vary depending on the cracking
line connections and fittings tight to maintain maxi- pressure setting, liquid viscosity, and pump speed
mum efficiency. (pump capacity).
If your pump is equipped with a packing seal, the To determine the complete by-pass pressure, refer
packing is lubricated by the liquid being pumped. to the pump performance chart or consult the fac-
Some leakage around the packing seal is normal. tory.
Packing pumps must leak slightly to cool and lu-
bricate the shaft and to allow the shaft to turn freely.
Wait until the pump has run long enough to reach

its normal operating temperature to adjust the
Do not remove the adjusting screw jam
gland nuts. Adjust the nuts only tight enough to re-
nut; with the jam nut removed the relief
duce excessive leakage.
valve spring(s) can be compressed too
far for the valve to open. If the valve
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE does not open, excessive pressure can
ADJUSTMENT develop, causing damage to the pump
and possible injury to personnel.
Some pumps are not provided with a pressure re-
lief valve. A pressure relief valve must be installed STOPPING
on the pump or in the discharge piping to ensure
safe operation. Otherwise, the pump may be dam- If the pump will be out of service for an extended
aged and personnel injured. length of time, particularly when handling non-lu-
bricating liquids, drain the system and flush the
pump and piping with an oil-based preservative to
protect close-tolerance pump parts.
When handling liquids that solidify when at rest

If operating at high temperatures, allow the (tar, glue, etc.), flush the pump and piping with an
pump to completely cool before attempt- approved solvent compatible with the pump com-
ing any adjustments. ponents and the liquids being pumped.
OPERATION PAGE C−3

TROUBLESHOOTING − SECTION D
Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
Before attempting to open or service the

pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this manual.
2. Allow the pump to completely cool if
overheated.
3. Check the temperature before open-
ing any covers, plates, or plugs.
4. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
5. Drain the pump.
TROUBLESHOOTING WITH GAUGES
Most pump or system malfunctions can be detected by installing vacuum suction and discharge pressure
gauges. Read the gauges and refer to the following information for interpretation of the gauge readings. For
additional troubleshooting procedures, see the TROUBLESHOOTING CHART.
Vacuum Gauges Pressure Gauges
HIGH READING HIGH READING

Suction valve closed, suction line blocked, Liquid too viscous.
foot valve jammed, strainer blocked. Discharge line undersized or too long.
Liquid too viscous. Discharge valve partially closed.
Lift too high. Strainer blocked.
Suction line undersized. Relief valve pressure set too high.
Thermal changes in liquid.
LOW READING
LOW READING
Air leak in suction line.
End of suction line not submerged. Relief valve pressure set too low.
Pump parts worn or defective. Internal valve not seating properly.
End clearance too great. Pump bypass partially open.
No liquid in pump housing. End clearance too great.
Pump parts worn or defective.
ERRATIC READING
ERRATIC READING
Liquid overheated, vaporizing.
Liquid entering intermittently, suction air leak, Cavitation.
end of suction line not submerged. Liquid entering intermittently, suction air leak,
Vibration from cavitation, misalignment, dam- end of suction line not submerged.
aged parts. Drive misalignment causing vibration.
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE D−1

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY
PUMP FAILS Internal clearance too great. Check and readjust clearance if re-
TO PRIME OR quired; see SETTING END CLEAR-
LOSES PRIME ANCE in Maintenance and Repair, Sec-
tion E.
Air leak in suction line; end of suction Check and correct as required.
line not submerged; foot valve blocked
or jammed; insufficient liquid in sump or
tank.
Suction strainer clogged. Check strainer.
Shaft seal leaking; gaskets, O-rings Check vacuum gauge; disassemble
worn. pump and replace faulty parts.
Leaking relief valve. Disassemble and repair.
Suction lift too high. See INSTALLATION, SECTION B and
check piping.
Pump starving" or liquid vapor- Increase suction pipe size or reduce
izing in suction line. length; position pump below liquid level.
Pump rotation incorrect. See OPERATION, SECTION C and
check rotation.
Pump speed too slow. Check driver speed.
Housing dry. Add liquid to housing, see OPERATION,
SECTION C.
PUMP DOES Air leak in suction line; end of suction Check and correct as required.
NOT DELIVER line not submerged; foot valve blocked
RATED DIS- or jammed; insufficient liquid in sump or
CHARGE OR tank.
CAPACITY Shaft seal leaking; gaskets, O-rings Check vacuum gauge; disassemble
worn. pump and replace faulty parts.
Relief valve pressure set too low. Readjust.
Suction or discharge lines blocked; Check strainer, valves and piping.

suction or discharge valves closed.
Pump speed too slow. Check driver speed; check belts/coup-
lings.
Pump starving" or liquid vaporizing Increase suction pipe size or reduce

in suction line. length; position pump below liquid level.
Rotating parts worn or damaged; im- Replace defective parts; see SETTING
proper end clearance. END CLEARANCE in Maintenance And
Repair, Section E.
PUMP RE- Insufficient end clearances. Readjust clearance; see SETTING END
QUIRES CLEARANCE in Maintenance and Re-
TOO MUCH pair, Section E.
POWER Pump speed too high. Reduce driver output.
Internal parts worn. Disassemble pump and inspect.
Discharge line undersized and/or too Increase size, decrease length.
long.
PAGE D−2 TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (Cont.)
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY

PUMP REQUIRESPump and/or drive mounting not Tighten mounting hardware; realign
TOO MUCH secure; drive misaligned. drive.
POWER
(Cont.) Power source undersized. Check power requirements for applica-
tion; resize as required.
Lubrication required. Add lubricant, as needed.
Liquid in pump solidified. Clear or heat.
Insufficient internal clearances. Consult factory.
EXCESSIVE Pump and/or piping not secure; drive Anchor base or piping, realign drive.
NOISE OR misaligned.
VIBRATION
Pumping entrained air. Check liquid level.
Pump starving" or liquid vapor- Increase suction pipe size or reduce
izing in suction line. length; position pump below liquid level.
Relief valve chatter. Increase pressure setting.

Rotating parts worn or damaged; im- Replace defective parts; check end
proper end clearance. clearance.
Pump operating outside designed Check discharge head and flow; adjust as
operating range. required to meet performance specifica-
tions.
Lubrication required. Add lubricant, as needed.
EXCESSIVE Corrosive liquid. Check local distributor or factory for

WEAR parts compatibility with liquid; check liq-
uid for contamination.
Abrasive liquid. Consult factory.
Contaminated liquid. Check liquid source; install strainer.
Exceeding operating limits. Check performance data in Pump Speci-
fications Bulletin.
Insufficient end clearance. See SETTING END CLEARANCE in
Maintenance And Repair, Section E.
Pump running dry. Add liquid to prime (See Operation, Sec-
tion C); check liquid flow.
Pump and/or drive mounting not se- Tighten mounting hardware; realign
cure; drive misaligned; piping incor- drive; check piping.
rectly installed.
Insufficient lubrication. Add lubrication and maintain at proper lev-
el.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Check the thrust washer (medium duty models),

idler bushing, idler pin, idler assembly, shaft bush-
ing and rotor/shaft assembly at each inspection.
Since pump applications are seldom identical, and Wear patterns should be uniform, without evi-
pump wear is directly affected by such things as dence of deep or irregular grooves.
the abrasive qualities, pressure and temperature
For packing pumps, periodic adjustment of the
of the liquid being pumped, this section is intended
packing is required to keep leakage to a minimum
only to provide general recommendations and
(see the adjustment procedure described under
practices for preventive maintenance. Regardless
Leakage in Operation, Section C). Do not over-
of the application however, following a routine pre-
tighten. Replace the packing if leakage cannot be
ventive maintenance schedule will help assure
reduced by a slight adjustment.
trouble-free performance and long life from your
Gorman-Rupp rotary gear pump. For specific If the pump is equipped with a backhead bearing
questions concerning your application, contact (heavy duty models), inspect for free rotation of the
your Gorman-Rupp distributor or the Gorman- shaft and rotor, and excessive endplay or radial
Rupp Company. movement of the shaft, which could indicate bear-
ing wear. Remove the rotor adjusting sleeve as-
Record keeping is an essential component of a sembly and inspect the bearing for damaged
good preventive maintenance program. The ap- seals. Replacing the bearing at the first indication
pearance of wearing parts should be documented of a problem can extend the life of the pump and
at each inspection for later comparison. Also, if re- save considerable expense later to replace major
cords indicate that a certain part (such as the seal) components that can be damaged if the bearing is
fails at the same duty cycle, this part can be allowed to fail.
checked and replaced before failure occurs.
After extended service, adjustment of the clear-
ance between the rotor and the head will normally
Because of the tight tolerances within your rotary
improve performance (see the adjustment proce-
gear pump, wear between rotating parts is normal
dure in Maintenance And Repair, Section E).
and expected. For new applications, a first inspec-
tion at 250 hours will give insight into the wear rate If the pump is to be removed from service for repair,
for your particular application. Subsequent inspec- be sure to protect the internal components from
tions should be performed at regular intervals of rusting while the pump is disassembled and after
2000 hours. Critical applications should be in- reassembly if not immediately placed back into
spected more frequently. service.
PAGE D−4 TROUBLESHOOTING

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
Bearings I
Seal Lubrication (And Packing Adjustment,
If So Equipped) I R
V-Belts (If So Equipped) I
End Clearance I
Pressure Relief Valve (If So Equipped) C
Pump and Driver Alignment I
Shaft Deflection 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.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR − SECTION E
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL

MAINTAIN PEAK OPERATING PERFORMANCE.
Pump Model
Your pump model number and serial number are shown on the name plate affixed to the
pump. Please have these numbers available when contacting The Gorman-Rupp Compa-
ny for parts.
The Following Pumps Are Covered By This Manual.
GHC3JL3−B /S1 GHC3JL3−B /S2 GHC3JL3−B /S3

GHC3JP3−B /S1 GHC3JP3−B /S2
GHC3NK3−B /S1 GHC3NK3−B /S2
GHC3NM3−B /S1 GHC3NM3−B /S2
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PAGE E−1

PARTS PAGE
46167−954
Shown: GHC3JL3−B /S2
Figure E−1. GHC3JL3−B /S1, GHC3JL3−B /S2, GHC3JL3−B /S3, GHC3JP3−B /S1 And
GHC3JP3−B /S2 Pump Models
PAGE E−2 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

PARTS LISTS
GHC3JL3−B /S1, GHC3JL3−B /S2 and GHC3JL3−B /S3 Pump Models
ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L QTY ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L QTY
NO. NUMBER CODE NO. NUMBER CODE
01 HEAD KIT 48252−940 −−− 1 B −HEX HD CAPSCREW B0805 15991 8
01A −JL" HEAD ASSY 42222−465 −−− 1 07 ROTOR ADJ SLV KIT 48256−436 −−− 1
01AA−−JL" HEAD 38237−414 10000 1 07A −J" RTR ADJ SLV ASSY 42216−422 −−− 1
01AB −−IDLER PIN 38113−414 1619B 1 07AA−−J" RTR ADJ SLEEVE 31788−405 10000 1
01B −J" HEAD GASKET 38683−467 19060 1 07AC −−BALL BEARING 23431−007 −−− 1
B −SOC HD CAPSCREW BD0805 15991 6 07AD −−J" BRG RET NUT 38321−403 15000 1
P −SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC02 15079 1 GA −−ALLEN HD SETSCREW GA0402S 15991 2
02 JL" IDLER ASSY 46155−415 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−151 −−− 1
02A −IDLER PIN 38553−421 12030 1 10 RELIEF VALVE KIT 48257−444 −−− 1
02B −JL" IDLER BUSHING 31414−076 12080 1 10A −J" RELIEF VLV ASSY 46431−861 −−− 1
03 RTR/SHFT KIT (GHC3JL3−B /S1, GHC3JL3−B /S2) 10AA−−VALVE BODY 38344−401 11010 1
48127−969 −−− 1 10AB −−WARNING PLATE 38816−156 13000 1
03A −GHC JL RTR/SHFT ASSY 46152−990 −−− 1 10AD −−J" VALVE 38635−202 10000 1
03B −BRG LOCK WASHER 23962−507 −−− 1 10AE−−J/N" SPRING 38571−634 16030 1
03C −BEARING LOCK NUT 23962−007 −−− 1 10AH −−J/N" SPRING GUIDE 31771−005 15000 1
03 RTR/SHFT KIT (GHC3JL3−B /S3) 10AK−−J/N" BONNET 38347−511 11010 1
48127−975 −−− 1 10AN −−J/N" CAP 38347−015 11010 1
03A −GHC JL RTR/SHFT ASSY 46152−996 −−− 1 10AP −−J/N/R" CAP GASKET 38681−015 19060 1
03B −BRG LOCK WASHER 23962−507 −−− 1 10AR −−END CLR/VLV SET TAG 38816−325 −−− 1
03C −BEARING LOCK NUT 23962−007 −−− 1 BM −−DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
04 J 180 HSG ASSY 42221−464 −−− 1 D −−JAM NUT AT08S 15991 1
04A −J 180 HSG 38233−462 10000 1 O −−O-RING 25154−135 −−− 2
P −FLUSH SEAT PIPE PLUG 25431−002 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−034 −−− 1
P −FLUSH SEAT PIPE PLUG 25431−003 −−− 2
O −−O-RING 25154−040 −−− 1
05 MECH SEAL 25271−921 −−− 1 12 /S1 & /S3 NAMEPLATE KIT 48154−508 −−− 1
06 BACKHEAD KIT 48253−139 −−− 1 −CW ARIEL NAMEPLATE 38818−147 13000 1
06A −GHC J" BKHD ASSY 42223−127 −−− 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
06AA−−GHC J" BACKHEAD 38252−426 10000 1 12 /S2 NAMEPLATE KIT 48154−509 −−− 1
06AE −−J" SHAFT BUSHING 31143−118 12080 1 −CCW ARIEL NAMEPLATE 38818−148 13000 1
06B −J" BACKHEAD GASKET 38683−461 19060 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
GHC3JP3−B /S1, GHC3JP3−B /S2 Pump Models

01 HEAD KIT 48252−941 −−− 1 07AA−−J" RTR ADJ SLEEVE 31788−405 10000 1
01A −JP" HEAD ASSY 42222−467 −−− 1 07AC −−BALL BEARING 23431−007 −−− 1
01AA−−JP" HEAD 38237−418 10000 1 07AD −−J" BRG RET NUT 38321−403 15000 1
01AB −−IDLER PIN 38113−414 1619B 1 GA −−ALLEN HD SETSCREW GA0402S 15991 2
01B −J" HEAD GASKET 38683−467 19060 1 O −−O-RING 25154−151 −−− 1
B −SOC HD CAPSCREW BD0805 15991 6 10 RELIEF VALVE KIT 48257−444 −−− 1
P −SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC02 15079 1 10A −J" RELIEF VLV ASSY 46431−861 −−− 1
02 JP" IDLER ASSY 46155−416 −−− 1 10AA−−VALVE BODY 38344−401 11010 1
02A −IDLER PIN 38553−424 12030 1 10AB −−WARNING PLATE 38816−156 13000 1
02B −JP" IDLER BUSHING 31414−077 12080 1 10AD −−J" VALVE 38635−202 10000 1
03 ROTOR/SHAFT KIT 48127−970 −−− 1 10AE−−J/N" SPRING 38571−634 16030 1
03A −GHC JL RTR/SHFT ASSY 46152−991 −−− 1 10AH −−J/N" SPRING GUIDE 31771−005 15000 1
03B −BRG LOCK WASHER 23962−507 −−− 1 10AK−−J/N" BONNET 38347−511 11010 1
03C −BEARING LOCK NUT 23962−007 −−− 1 10AN −−J/N" CAP 38347−015 11010 1
04 J 180 HSG ASSY 42221−464 −−− 1 10AP −−J/N/R" CAP GASKET 38681−015 19060 1
04A −J 180 HSG 38233−462 10000 1 10AR −−END CLR/VLV SET TAG 38816−325 −−− 1
P −FLUSH SEAT PIPE PLUG 25431−002 −−− 1 BM −−DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
P −FLUSH SEAT PIPE PLUG 25431−003 −−− 2 D −−JAM NUT AT08S 15991 1
05 MECH SEAL 25271−921 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−135 −−− 2
06 BACKHEAD KIT 48253−139 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−034 −−− 1
06A −GHC J" BKHD ASSY 42223−127 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−040 −−− 1
06AA−−GHC J" BACKHEAD 38252−426 10000 1 12 /S1 NAMEPLATE KIT 48154−508 −−− 1
06AE −−J" SHAFT BUSHING 31143−118 12080 1 −CW ARIEL NAMEPLATE 38818−147 13000 1
06B −J" BACKHEAD GASKET 38683−461 19060 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
B −HEX HD CAPSCREW B0805 15991 8 12 /S2 NAMEPLATE KIT 48154−509 −−− 1
07 ROTOR ADJ SLV KIT 48256−436 −−− 1 −CCW ARIEL NAMEPLATE 38818−148 13000 1
07A −J" RTR ADJ SLV ASSY 42216−422 −−− 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
INDICATES PARTS RECOMMENDED FOR STOCK

46167−953
Shown: GHC3NK3−B /S2
Figure E−2. GHC3NK3−B /S1, GHC3NK3−B /S2, GHC3NM3−B /S1 And GHC3NM3−B /S2
Pump Models

PARTS LISTS
GHC3NK3−B /S1, GHC3NK3−B /S2 Pump Models
01 HEAD KIT 48252−128 −−− 1 07AA −−J" RTR ADJ SLEEVE 31788−605 10000 1
01A −NK" HEAD ASSY 42222−551 −−− 1 07AC −−BALL BEARING 23431−309 −−− 1
01AA −−NK" HEAD 38237−520 10000 1 07AD −−R" BRG RET NUT 38322−225 10000 1
01AB −−N" IDLER PIN 38113−514 1619B 1 GA −−ALLEN HD SETSCREW GA0402S 15991 2
01B −N" HEAD GASKET 38683−647 19060 1 O −−O-RING 25154−152 −−− 1
P −SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC02 15079 1 10A −N" RELIEF VLV ASSY 46431−862 −−− 1
02 NK" IDLER ASSY 46155−510 −−− 1 10AA −−VALVE BODY 38344−501 11010 1
02A −NK" IDLER PIN 38553−524 12030 1 10AB −−WARNING PLATE 38816−156 13000 1
02B −NK" IDLER BUSHING 31143−119 12080 1 10AD −−J" VALVE 38635−202 10000 1
03 ROTOR/SHAFT KIT 48127−718 −−− 1 10AE −−J/N" SPRING 38571−634 16030 1
03A −GHC NK" RTR/SHFT 46152−281 −−− 1 10AH −−J/N" SPRING GUIDE 31771−005 15000 1
03B −BRG LOCK WASHER S252 −−− 1 10AK −−J/N" BONNET 38347−511 11010 1
03C −BEARING LOCK NUT S251 −−− 1 10AN −−J/N" CAP 38347−015 11010 1
04 N 90 HSG ASSY 42221−556 −−− 1 10AP −−J/N/R" CAP GASKET 38681−015 19060 1
04A −N 90 HSG 38233−554 10000 1 10AR −−END CLR/VLV SET TAG38816−325 −−− 1
P −SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC04 15079 1 D −−JAM NUT AT08S 15991 1
05 GHC N" CART SEAL 46524−501 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−135 −−− 2
06A −GHC N" BKHD ASSY 42223−752 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−040 −−− 1
06AA −−GHC J" BACKHEAD 38252−522 10000 1 12 /S1 NAMEPLATE KIT 48154−508 −−− 1
06B −N" BACKHEAD GASKET 38683−625 19060 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
07 ROTOR ADJ SLV KIT 48256−502 −−− 1 −CCW ARIEL NAMEPLATE38818−148 13000 1
07A −R" RTR ADJ SLV ASSY 42216−618 −−− 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
GHC3NM3−B /S1, GHC3NM3−B /S2 Pump Models

01 HEAD KIT 48252−112 −−− 1 07AA −−J" RTR ADJ SLEEVE 31788−605 10000 1
01A −NM" HEAD ASSY 42222−549 −−− 1 07AC −−BALL BEARING 23431−309 −−− 1
01AA −−NM" HEAD 38237−522 10000 1 07AD −−R" BRG RET NUT 38322−225 10000 1
01AB −−N" IDLER PIN 38113−514 1619B 1 GA −−ALLEN HD SETSCREW GA0402S 15991 2
01B −N" HEAD GASKET 38683−647 19060 1 O −−O-RING 25154−152 −−− 1
P −SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC02 15079 1 10A −N" RELIEF VLV ASSY 46431−862 −−− 1
02 NM" IDLER ASSY 46155−511 −−− 1 10AA −−VALVE BODY 38344−501 11010 1
02A −NM" IDLER PIN 38553−526 12030 1 10AB −−WARNING PLATE 38816−156 13000 1
02B −NM" IDLER BUSHING 31415−012 12080 1 10AD −−J" VALVE 38635−202 10000 1
03 ROTOR/SHAFT KIT 48127−589 −−− 1 10AE −−J/N" SPRING 38571−634 16030 1
03A −GHC NM" RTR/SHFT 46152−592 −−− 1 10AH −−J/N" SPRING GUIDE 31771−005 15000 1
03B −BRG LOCK WASHER S252 −−− 1 10AK −−J/N" BONNET 38347−511 11010 1
03C −BEARING LOCK NUT S251 −−− 1 10AN −−J/N" CAP 38347−015 11010 1
04 N 90 HSG ASSY 42221−556 −−− 1 10AP −−J/N/R" CAP GASKET 38681−015 19060 1
04A −N 90 HSG 38233−554 10000 1 10AR −−END CLR/VLV SET TAG38816−325 −−− 1
P −SOC HD PIPE PLUG PC04 15079 1 D −−JAM NUT AT08S 15991 1
05 GHC N" CART SEAL 46524−501 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−135 −−− 2
06A −GHC N" BKHD ASSY 42223−752 −−− 1 O −−O-RING 25154−040 −−− 1
06AA −−GHC J" BACKHEAD 38252−522 10000 1 12 /S1 NAMEPLATE KIT 48154−508 −−− 1
06B −N" BACKHEAD GASKET 38683−625 19060 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
07 ROTOR ADJ SLV KIT 48256−502 −−− 1 −CCW ARIEL NAMEPLATE38818−148 13000 1
07A −R" RTR ADJ SLV ASSY 42216−618 −−− 1 BM −DRIVE SCREW BM#04−03 17000 2
INDICATES PARTS RECOMMENDED FOR STOCK

PUMP DISASSEMBLY AND and/or maintenance personnel to en-

REASSEMBLY sure that applications and/or mainte-
nance procedures not addressed in this
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. manual are performed only after estab-
lishing that neither personal safety nor
Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and pump integrity are compromised by
decals attached to the pump. such applications or procedures.
This pump requires little service due to its rugged,
minimum-maintenance design. However, if it be-
comes necessary to inspect or replace the wearing
parts, follow these instructions, which are keyed to
Figures E-1 and E-2 and the accompanying parts Do not attempt to service the pump un-
lists. Where design differences between models less all power to the power source has
dictate, the reader will be directed to the specific been disconnected; otherwise, serious
Figure being referenced. personal injury or death could result.
In the following text, minor headings are followed

by a number in parenthesis. This number repre- PUMP DISASSEMBLY
sents the assembly for the item being discussed as
identified in Figures E-1 and E-2.
Before attempting to service the pump, disconnect

the power source to ensure that it will remain inop-
erative. Remove the hardware securing the pump Use caution when handling the idler (02A)
to the power source, and separate the power and the rotor shaft assembly (03A). These
source and pump assembly. Retain all connecting parts have sharp edges which will grow
parts such as shaft keys, etc. sharper with use.
Close all valves in the suction and discharge lines. In the instructions which follow the FRONT is the
Disconnect the suction and discharge hose/pip- head coverplate end of the pump and the REAR is
ing. the drive (or backhead) end of the pump.
For power source disassembly and repair, consult NOTE

the literature supplied with the power source, or It is strongly recommended that gaskets and O-
contact your local power source representative. rings be replaced whenever the pump is reassem-
bled.
Pressure Relief Valve (10)

This manual will alert personnel to
known procedures which require spe- The pressure relief valve (10A) can be mounted on
cial attention, to those which could either the head assembly (01A, see Figure 1) or the
damage equipment, and to those which housing assembly (04, see Figure 2)). Take note as
could be dangerous to personnel. How- to the direction in which the relief valve is mounted.
To remove either style, remove the capscrews (B)
ever, this manual cannot possibly pro-
securing the relief valve to the pump. The O-rings
vide detailed instructions and precau- (10C) may remain in the head (01A) or in the hous-
tions for each specific application or for ing (04A). Remove and discard the O-rings. For re-
every situation that might occur during lief valve maintenance, see RELIEF VALVE DIS-
maintenance of the unit. Therefore, it is ASSEMBLY followed by RELIEF VALVE RESAS-
the responsibility of the owner, installer SEMBLY at the end of this section.

Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing Secure the rotor adjusting sleeve (07AA) in a vice
Retaining Nut) with the drive side up. Use a suitable spanner
wrence to unscrew the bearing retaining nut
(Figures E-1 and E-3) (07AD) from the rotor adjusting sleeve. The bear-
ing (07AC) is a light press fit into the rotor adjusting
Before attempting to remove the bearing locknut sleeve and can usually be removed with thumb
(03C), loosen the socket head setscrews (GA) se- pressure only. If the bearing does not come out
curing the rotor adjusting sleeve (07AA) and turn easily, use a suitably sized sleeve and a mallet to
the rotor adjusting sleeve clockwise (as viewed lightly tap the bearing from the bore.
from the drive end) until the rotor binds against the
head. This will prevent the rotor from turning as the Refer to Cleaning and Inspection in this section
locknut is unscrewed. before reassembling the rotor adjusting sleeve.
Straighten the tab on the bearing lockwasher (03B) Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing
and use a hammer and drift pin to loosen the bear- Retaining Cap)
ing locknut until it can be unscrewed from the
shaft. Remove the bearing lockwasher.
(Figures E-2 and E-4)
Unscrew the rotor adjusting sleeve kit from the

Before attempting to remove the bearing locknut
backhead.
(03C), loosen the socket head setscrews (GA) se-
curing the rotor adjusting sleeve (07) and use a
NOTE pipe wrench or other suitable tool to turn the rotor
Part or all of the seal assembly (5) will be removed adjusting sleeve clockwise (as viewed from the
with the rotor adjusting sleeve. Check the Parts List drive end) until the rotor binds against the head.
furnished with your pump to identify the seal, refer This will prevent the rotor from turning as the lock-
to Seal Appendix, Section F for removal of the seal nut is unscrewed.
and related components, then proceed as follows
with rotor adjusting sleeve disassembly. Straighten the tab on the bearing lockwasher (03B)
and use a hammer and drift pin to loosen the bear-
ing locknut until it can be unscrewed from the
shaft. Remove the bearing lockwasher.
Unscrew the rotor adjusting sleeve kit from the

backhead.
When removing or installing the bearing
(07AC), never hit or press against the inner
race. Press only against the outer race.
NOTE
Part or all of the seal assembly (05) will be removed
with the rotor adjusting sleeve. Check the Parts List
furnished with your pump to identify the seal, refer
to Seal Appendix, Section F, for removal of the seal
and related components, then proceed as follows
with rotor adjusting sleeve disassembly.
When removing or installing the bearing

Figure E-3. Rotor Adjusting Sleeve w/Bearing (07AC), never hit or press against the inner
Retaining Nut race. Press only against the outer race.

Use caution to prevent the idler assembly

from dropping off the idler pin; the idler
may be damaged if it falls on a hard sur-
face.
Pull the head assembly (01A) from the housing as-
sembly (04). Take care not to let the idler assembly
(02) slide off the idler pin (01AB). Remove the
Figure E-4. Rotor Adjusting Sleeve w/Bearing check pipe plug (P) from the suction side of the
Retaining Cap head (01AA).
Disengage the hardware (B) and remove the bear-

ing retaining cap (07AD) from the rotor adjusting
sleeve (07AA).
Use caution when handling the idler (02A)
The bearing (07AC) is a light press fit into the rotor and the rotor shaft assembly (03A). These
adjusting sleeve and can usually be removed with parts have sharp edges which will grow
thumb pressure only. If the bearing does not come sharper with use.
out easily, use a suitably sized sleeve and a mallet
to lightly tap the bearing from the bore. NOTE
The idler bushing (02B) may be damaged during
Refer to Cleaning and Inspection in this section removal. Do not remove the idler bushing unless re-
before reassembling the rotor adjusting sleeve. placement is required.
Head/Idler Kit Remove the assembled idler (02A) and idler bush-
ing (02B) from the head assembly. Inspect the idler
(Figures E-1/E-2 and E-5) bushing for excessive wear or scoring. If replace-
ment is required, use an arbor (or hydraulic) press
Remove the hardware (B) and separate the head to remove the idler bushing from the idler.
(01A) from the housing (04A). Remove and discard To remove the idler pin (01AB), lay the head as-
the gasket (01B). sembly (01A) on an arbor (or hydraulic) press with
the idler pin (01AB) facing down and press the idler
pin from the head.
01A
01AA
Seal Removal (05)
B 01B
The seal assembly (05) is available in different con-
figurations depending on your specific model.
01AB
Check the Parts List for your particular pump to
identify the seal, then refer to Seal Appendix, Sec-
tion F, for removal of the seal and related compo-
nents.
Rotor/Shaft Removal (03)

02A
02B With the seal removed, simply slide the rotor/shaft
assembly (03A) out of the housing (04A). Due to
Figure E-5. Head Kit And Idler Disassembly close machine tolerances and assembly practices,

the rotor/shaft is available only as an assembly. PUMP REASSEMBLY

Further disassembly is not required.
Backhead Kit Removal (06)
Remove the screws (B) securing the backhead as-

Use caution when handling the idler (02A)
sembly (06A) to the housing assembly (04), and
separate the assemblies. Remove and discard the
and the rotor shaft assembly (03A). These
gasket (06B). parts have sharp edges which will grow
sharper with use.
NOTE Cleaning and Inspection

The shaft bushing (06AE) may be damaged during
removal. Do not remove the bushing unless re-
placement is required.
Use an arbor (or hydraulic) press and a suitably Most cleaning solvents are toxic and
sized dowel to press the shaft bushing out of the flammable. Use them only in a well ven-
backhead (06A). tilated area free from flame, sparks, and
excessive heat. Read and follow all pre-
cautions printed on solvent containers.
Housing Assembly (04)
Clean and inspect the pump parts (except the
bearing and seal assembly) with a cloth soaked in
fresh cleaning solvent. Inspect all parts for exces-
NOTE
sive wear or for any nicks or burrs. Remove nicks or
Seal cavity pressure relief is accomplished using
socket head pipe plugs (P) in the back side of the burrs using emery cloth or a fine file. Replace any
housing. Removal of the plugs is not required un- parts that are badly worn or damaged.
less the direction of pump rotation is to be
changed. Clean the bearing in fresh cleaning solvent and
coat with light oil.
Rotate the bearing by hand to check for roughness

If pump rotation is to be changed, remove the
or binding. If rotation is rough or there is any side-
socket head pipe plugs (P) from the housing. The
to-side movement between the inner and outer
hole adjacent to the discharge port will have a
races, replace the bearing.
small pipe plug under the larger, outer pipe plug.
This plug must be removed to change rotation.
The bearing is permanently sealed and re-

quires no additional lubrication except a
coating of light oil on external surfaces to
If the direction of pump rotation is
ease reassembly. External surfaces must
changed, the position of the pressure relief
be kept free of all dirt and foreign material.
valve (10A) must also be changed to con-
Failure to do so could damage the bearing
tinue to provide pressure relief for the new
or its mating surfaces.
configuration. Otherwise, the pressure re-
lief valve will not function, which could re- The bearing tolerance provides a light press fit into
sult in damage to pump and/or injury to the rotor adjusting sleeve (07AA). Replace the ro-
personnel. tor adjusting sleeve if the proper fit is not achieved.

Clean and inspect the seal assembly as indicated plugs over the smaller one. Install the second large
in the appropriate section of the Seal Appendix, pipe plug in the other hole in the back of the hous-
Section F. ing adjacent to the suction port.
Bushing Preparation Backhead Kit (06)

(Figures E-1/E-2 and E-6)
When replacing bushings, lightly oil the O.D. of the
replacement bushing before installation. Position the backhead (06A) on the bed of an arbor
(or hydraulic) press with the rotor end facing up.
Use an arbor (or hydraulic) press and a suitably
sized dowel to install the shaft bushing in the back-
head until it is just flush with the machined face.
Be very careful when installing graphite Apply a small amount of grease to the gasket (06B)
to hold it in place and position it against the hous-
bushings. Graphite is extremely brittle and
ing (04).
will crack if improperly installed. Use a
press to install the bushing with one contin- BALANCE
uous motion until the bushing is fully HOLE AT 12 HOUSING
seated. Stopping in mid-stroke will cause O’CLOCK
the bushing to crack. After installation,
check the bushing for cracks.
Housing Assembly (04)
Inspect and clean the housing (04A) with a cloth 9 O’CLOCK 3 O’CLOCK
soaked in fresh cleaning solvent.
ROTOR
ADJUSTING
SLEEVE BACKHEAD
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and Figure E-6. Housing/Backhead
flammable. Use them only in a well ven- Alignment
tilated area free from flame, sparks, and Position the backhead assembly (06A) against the
excessive heat. Read and follow all pre- housing (04) with the balance hole in the backhead
cautions printed on solvent containers. in the 12 o’clock position (see Figure E-6). Secure
with the capscrews (B).
Rotor/Shaft Assembly (03)
Inspect the rotor/shaft assembly (03A) for exces-

If the socket head pipe plugs (P) in the sive wear, scoring or scratches along the shaft
sealing surface. If replacement is required, the
back side of the housing were removed in
shaft and rotor must be replaced as an assembly.
order to change the direction of pump rota-
Small scratches can be dressed with a fine file or
tion, the smaller diameter plug must be
emery cloth. Replace the rotor/shaft assembly or
installed in the hole adjacent to the dis- any other parts if wear or damage is extensive.
charge port of the housing. Otherwise,
over-pressurization of the seal cavity could Slide the rotor/shaft assembly into the housing and
result in premature seal failure. backhead. Use caution not to scratch the I.D. of
the bushing (06AE).
If the socket head pipe plugs (P) in the back side of
Seal Installation (05)
the housing were removed, install the smaller di-
ameter plug in the hole adjacent to the discharge The seal assembly (05) is available in a different
port, and install one of the larger diameter pipe configurations depending on your specific model.

Check the Parts List furnished with your pump to Inspect the parts for wear or damage and replace
identify the seal, then refer to Seal Appendix, Sec- as necessary.
tion F, for installation of the seal and related com-
ponents. Press the bearing (07AC) into the rotor adjusting
sleeve (07AA) until it bottoms out on the shoulder in
Head/Idler Kit the rotor adjusting sleeve.
(Figures E-1/E-2 and E-5) Apply 1 to 2 drops of Loctite Thread Locker No.
272" or equivalent compound to the threads of the
If the idler pin (01AB) was removed, heat the head bearing retaining nut (07AD) and use a suitable
(01AA) in an oven to 500F (260C) to ease instal- spanner wrenct to screw the nut into the rotor ad-
lation of the pin. Carefully install the pin in the head justing sleeve (07AA) until fully seated against the
with the chamfer side toward the head and the bearing.
milled flat side facing the crescent. (If the pin is NOTE
stepped, position it with the large chamfered end Part or all of the seal assembly (05) must be in-
toward the head.) Make sure the pin bottoms out in stalled with the rotor adjusting sleeve. Check the
the head. Parts List furnished with your pump to identify the
seal, refer to Seal Appendix, Section F for installa-
NOTE tion of the seal and related components, then pro-
When properly installed, the pin will be positioned ceed as follows with rotor adjusting sleeve installa-
0.010 inch below the surface of the crescent. tion. Use caution not to damage seal parts when
installing the rotor adjusting sleeve.
If removed, install the pipe plug (P) in the hole in the

Loosen the socket head setscrews (GA). Slide the
suction side of the head (01AA).
rotor adjusting sleeve kit over the shaft. Use cau-
Lightly oil the I.D. of the idler (02A), and use an ar- tion not to damage installed seal components on
bor (or hydraulic) press to install the idler bushing the shaft. Screw the rotor adjusting sleeve into the
(02B) in the idler. The bushing should be centered backhead until the rotor bottoms against the head.
at both ends of the idler.
Place the head (01A) on a flat surface. Lightly oil the

idler bushing (02B) and pin (01AB); install the idler
assembly (02) on the pin. Spin the idler to make It is recommended that a new bearing lock
certain that it moves freely on the pin.
washer (03B) be installed any time the ro-
Install the head gasket (01B) over the head. Care-
tor adjusting sleeve is disassembled. Re-
fully position the head and idler against the hous- use of an old lockwasher may create a pre-
ing and engage the idler and rotor/shaft assembly load condition on the bearing, resulting in
(03A). Turn the rotor/shaft until the idler and rotor premature bearing failure.
teeth engage. Do not force.
Install the bearing lockwasher (03B) and screw the
bearing locknut (03C) onto the shaft until tight.
Slide the head into the housing assembly. Rotate
Align one of the slots in the locknut with one of the
the head assembly (01A) until the groove in the
tabs on the lockwasher, and use a hammer and
head matches the groove in the housing. Secure
punch to bend the tab on the lockwasher over into
the head to the housing with the capscrews (B).
the slot on the locknut.
Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing Proceed with Setting End Clearance.
Retaining Nut)
Rotor Adjusting Sleeve (07) (With Bearing
(Figures E-1 and E-3) Retaining Cap)
Clean the rotor adjusting sleeve and all component Clean the rotor adjusting sleeve and all component
parts as described in Cleaning and Inspection. parts as described in Cleaning and Inspection.

Inspect the parts for wear or damage and replace (Figures E-2 and E-4)
as necessary.
SETTING END CLEARANCE
Use an arbor (or hydraulic) press and install the
(Figures E-1/E-2 and E-7)
bearing in the rotor adjusting sleeve (07A) until it
bottoms out on the shoulder of the rotor adjusting The end clearance between the head (01AA) and
sleeve. the face of the rotor (03A) should be checked and
adjusted as required as part of a regular preventive
Install the bearing retaining cap (07AD) and secure maintenance schedule, when performance drops
it to the rotor adjusting sleeve with the hardware or the pump is disassembled. If disassembled,
(B). Tighten the capscrews (B) until snug, then fully reassemble the rotor adjusting sleeve kit as pre-
tighten in a cross-sequence. viously indicated, then proceed as follows for ad-
justment.
NOTE Tighten the rotor adjusting sleeve assembly (07A)

Part or all of the seal assembly (05) must be in the backhead assembly (06A) until the rotor bot-
installed with the rotor adjusting sleeve. The seal toms against the head, and install the bearing lock-
assembly (05) is available in a different configura- washer (03B) and locknut (03C) as previously de-
tions depending on your specific model. Check the scribed. See Figure E-7 and mark the rotor adjust-
Parts List furnished with your pump to identify the ing sleeve (07AA) at the beveled mark on the back-
seal, then refer to Seal Appendix, Section F, for head (06AA).
installation of the seal and related components,
BACKHEAD (06AA) BEVELED MARK
then proceed as follows with rotor adjusting sleeve
installation. Use caution not to damage seal parts NOTCH
when installing the rotor adjusting sleeve.
Loosen the socket head setscrews (GA). Slide the

rotor adjusting sleeve kit over the shaft. Use cau-
tion not to damage installed seal components on
the shaft. Screw the rotor adjusting sleeve into the
backhead until the rotor bottoms against the head.
ROTOR ADJUSTING SLEEVE (07AA)

Figure E-7. End Clearance Adjustment
It is recommended that a new bearing lock The end clearance between the head (01) and ro-
tor shaft (03A) should be set to the dimensions
washer (03B) be installed any time the ro-
shown in Table E-1. Each of the notches on the ro-
tor adjusting sleeve is disassembled. Re-
tor adjusting sleeve (07AA) represents approxi-
use of an old lockwasher may create a pre-
mately 0.002 inch of end clearance. Back off the ro-
load condition on the bearing, resulting in tor adjusting sleeve assembly (07A) approximately
premature bearing failure. 1/2 turn, then turn the sleeve back in until the mark
is the appropriate number of notches counter-
Install a new bearing lock washer (03B) and screw clockwise of the beveled mark on the backhead to
the bearing locknut (03C) onto the shaft until tight. obtain the recommended end clearance.
Align one of the slots in the locknut with one of the
tabs on the lockwasher, and use a hammer and Tighten the setscrews (GA) until they bottom
punch to bend the tab on the lockwasher over into against the backhead (06AA). Rotate the pump
the slot on the locknut. shaft to ensure free rotation. If the rotor binds or
scrapes against the head, back off the rotor adjust-
Proceed with Setting End Clearance. ing sleeve until rotation is free.

Max. Visc. (SSU) RELIEF VALVE DISASSEMBLY

750 2500 25,000 250,000 (Figure E-8)
HYD. SIZE Max. Temp. (_F)
225 225 225 225 NOTE
If the relief valve is low pressure, it will have one in-
DC, DE .004 .008
GC,GF,GH,GJ .004 .006 .008
ternal spring (10AE). If the relief valve is high pres-
JG,JJ,JL,JP .006 .006 .008 .010 sure, it will have two internal springs (10AE and
NK,NM,NP .006 .006 .008 .010 10AF).
Notes:
Dimensions are shown in inches.
For Hydraulic Sizes Not Listed, Viscosities Above 250,000, or
Unscrew the cap (10AN) from the bonnet (10AK)
for Special Applications, Consult Your Local Gorman-Rupp and remove the gasket (10AP). Back off the adjust-
Distributor or the Factory.
ment capscrew (10AM) to relieve pressure on the
Table E-1. End Clearance spring(s) (10AE and/or 10AF).
Unscrew the bonnet from the valve body (10AA).
Remove the valve (10AD) and spring(s) (10AE and/
or 10AF). The spring guide (10AH) is an O-ring fit in
the bonnet. Remove and discard the O-rings.
If the warning plate (10AB) must be replaced, re-
move the drive screws (BM), and remove the plate.
PARTS KEY
10AA VALVE BODY
10AB WARNING PLATE
10AD POPPET
10AE SPRING
10AF SPRING (OPTIONAL)
10AH SPRING GUIDE
10AJ BONNET O-RING OR
GASKET (OPTIONAL)
10AK BONNET
10AM CAPSCREW
10AN CAP
10AP CAP GSKT (OPTIONAL)
10AR TAG (OPTIONAL)
D JAM NUT
10AG SPRING GUIDE O-RING
BM DRIVE SCREW
DIMENSION A" INCHES
(SEE TABLE E-2)
ASSEMBLED VIEW
Figure E-8. Pressure Relief Valve Assembly

RELIEF VALVE REASSEMBLY Insert the valve (10AD), finned end first, into the
valve body (10AA). Install the spring(s) (10AE and/
(Figure E-8) or 10AF). Make certain that the spring (10AE) fits
over the spring guide (10AH), and the optional
spring (10AF) fits into the guide, and thread the
bonnet into the valve body.
Install the jam nut (D) on the adjustment capscrew

Do not return the pump to service with-
(10AM), and thread the capscrew into the bonnet
out the warning plate (10AB) installed.
until the desired height (A", Figure E-8) is reached.
Failure to observe the warning on the Refer to the separate Parts List accompanying
plate could result in destruction of the your pump, and determine the specific hydraulic
pump, and injury or death to personnel. size (D, G or J). See Table E−2 and adjust the
capscrew (10AM) to the proper A" dimension for
Inspect the components for wear, grooves, or
desired cracking pressure.
other damage that might cause leakage. If any
components are worn, replace the defective parts.
If removed, attach the warning plate (10AB) to the

valve body (10AA) using the drive screws (BM).
Never operate the pump without the ad-
If used, lightly oil the O-ring (10AJ) and install it in
justing screw jam nut in place. Other-
the groove on the bonnet (10AK). wise, the relief valve spring(s) can be
compressed too far for the valve to
Lightly oil the O-ring (10AG) and install it in the open. If the valve does not open, exces-
groove on the spring guide (10AH). Start the large sive pressure can develop, causing
end of the spring guide into the bonnet (10AK), and damage to the pump and possible injury
push the guide in until it bottoms out. to personnel.

PUMP SINGLE CRACKING DIMENSION DOUBLE CRACKING DIMENSION

HYDRAULIC SPRING PRESSURE A" (INCHES) SPRING PRESSURE A" (INCHES)
SIZE OPTION CODE (PSI) Fig. E-7) OPTION CODE (PSI) Fig. E-7)
100 MIN. .60 FULLY OUT

50 MIN. .60 FULLY OUT
125 .51
DC, DE 75 .47
NOT 150 .42
GC, GF, STD 100 .33 REQ’D
175 .33
GH, GJ 130 MAX. .16 FULLY IN
200 .23
225 MAX. .16 FULLY IN

50 MIN. 1.17 FULLY OUT
100 .93
JG, JJ, 30 MIN. 1.17 FULLY OUT
125 .83
JL, JP, 50 .88
NOT
STD 150 .72
REQ’D
NK, NM, 75 .57
175 .61
NP 95 MAX. .31 FULLY IN
200 .50
240 MAX. .31 FULLY IN
Table E-2. Cracking (Valve Opening) Settings ( Denotes Factory Setting)
After adjustment, tighten the jam nut (D) flush

against the bonnet.
Place the optional warning tag (10AR) between the

bonnet and the cap (10AN). Install the cap, and
Do not return the pump to service with-
tighten until fully seated against the bonnet.
out the warning plate (10AB) installed.
Relief Valve (10) Installation Failure to observe the warning on the
plate could result in destruction of the
Lubricate and install the O-ring(s) (10C) on the pump, and injury or death to personnel.
housing assembly (04A) or the head assembly
(01A). Secure the relief valve (10A) with the caps- If the warning plate (10AB) has been removed, se-
crews (B). cure it with the drive screws (BM).

SEAL APPENDIX − SECTION F

PARTS KEY
03A ROTOR/SHAFT ASSY
03B BRG LOCKWASHER
03C BRG LOCK NUT
05 SEAL ASSEMBLY
06A BACKHEAD ASSY
06B GASKET
06AE SHAFT BUSHING
07A ROTOR ADJ SLV ASSY
GA SETSCREW
O ROT ADJ SLV O-RING
P PIPE PLUG
Figure F-1. GHC3JL3−B /S1, GHC3JL3−B /S2, GHC3JP3−B /S1 And GHC3JP3−B /S2
Models Mechanical Seal
SEAL APPENDIX PAGE F − 1

Seal Removal
(Figures E-1 and F-1)

See PUMP DISASSEMBLY and disassemble the
Seal components must be kept clean.
pump up to and including the Rotor Adjusting
Handle seal parts with extreme caution to
Sleeve (07). As the rotor adjusting sleeve assem-
prevent damage. Use care not to contami-
bly (07A) is unscrewed from the backhead (06AA),
the seal stationary element will remain inside the
nate the precision-finished faces; even fin-
rotor adjusting sleeve. gerprints on the faces can shorten seal life.
If necessary to clean the faces, use a clean
Remove the seal stationary seat and O-ring from cloth and wipe in a circular pattern.
the rotor adjusting sleeve assembly. Use caution
not to damage the stationary seat sealing face. Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring,
grooves, and other damage that might cause leak-
Remove the rotor adjusting sleeve O-ring (07B). age. If any components are worn, replace the com-
plete seal; never mix old and new seal parts.
With the head kit (01), idler assembly (02) and rotor
adjusting sleeve (07) removed, push the rotor/ If a replacement seal is being used, unwrap the
shaft assembly (03A) toward the head end of the mechanical seal components. Check that the seal
pump until the seal between the shaft and rubber faces are clean, undamaged and free if any foreign
bellows of the seal breaks loose. Slide the rotor/ matter. Set aside and cover the seal stationary ele-
shaft back into the housing until the rotating por- ment and O-ring; they will not be used until the ro-
tion of the seal can be grasped. Slide the rotating tor adjusting sleeve assembly (07A) is installed.
portion of the seal completely off the shaft.
Position the pump on a flat surface with the drive
Continue as required with PUMP DISASSEMBLY. end facing up. Lightly oil the shaft of the rotor/shaft
assembly (03A). Slide the spring centering washer
Seal Installation
and spring onto the shaft until fully seated against
the shaft shoulder.
See PUMP REASSEMBLY and reassemble the Position the rotating portion of the seal on the shaft
housing assembly (04), backhead kit (06) and ro- with the sealing face toward the drive end of the
tor/shaft assembly (03). shaft. Place a clean tissue over the sealing face of
this rotating subassembly and slide it onto the
Clean the seal cavity and shaft with a cloth soaked shaft until the seal retainer seats squarely against
in fresh cleaning solvent. the spring.
Assemble the rotor adjusting sleeve assembly

(07A) as described in Pump Reassembly, Sec-
tion E and position it on a flat surface with the drive
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and end down.
flammable. Use them only in a well ven-
Oil the O-ring (O) and install it in the groove in the
tilated area free from flame, sparks, and
O.D. of the rotor adjusting sleeve assembly (07A).
cautions printed on solvent containers.
Lubricate the stationary element O-ring and posi-
The seal is not normally reused because wear pat- tion the stationary element in the rotor adjusting
terns on the finished faces cannot be realigned sleeve assembly with the sealing face up. Cover
during reassembly. This could result in premature the sealing face with a clean tissue and use thumb
failure. If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer- pressure to press the stationary element into the
gency, carefully wash all metallic parts in fresh seat sleeve until fully seated. Remove the tissue
cleaning solvent and allow to dry thoroughly. and proceed with Pump Reassembly, Section E.
PAGE F − 2 SEAL APPENDIX

SEAL APPENDIX − SECTION F

PARTS KEY
03A ROTOR/SHAFT ASSY
03B BRG LOCKWASHER
03C BRG LOCKNUT
05 CART SEAL ASSY
05C SHAFT SLV O-RING
06A BACKHEAD ASSY
06B BACKHEAD GASKET
06AE SHAFT BUSHING
07A ROTOR ADJ SLV ASSY
07B ROT ADJ SLV O-RING
Figure F-2. GHC3NK3−B /S1, GHC3NK3−B /S1, GHC3NM3−B /S1 And GHC3NM3−B /S2
Models Cartridge Seal
SEAL APPENDIX PAGE F − 3

Seal Removal
See PUMP DISASSEMBLY and disassemble the Most cleaning solvents are toxic and
pump up to and including the Rotor Adjusting flammable. Use them only in a well ven-
Sleeve (07). tilated area free from flame, sparks, and
Remove the rotor adjusting sleeve O-ring (07B)
from the groove in the O.D. of the rotor adjusting cautions printed on solvent containers.
sleeve.
Unwrap the cartridge seal and check that all com-
Reach into the backhead and grasp the cartridge ponents are preassembled, clean, undamaged
seal assembly (5). Slide the rotating portion of the and free of any foreign matter.
seal off the shaft.
Position the pump on a flat surface with the drive
end facing up. Lubricate the seal sleeve O-rings
NOTE and install them in the grooves in the rotor/shaft as-
Due to the complexity of design of the cartridge seal sembly (03A).
assemblies, seal disassembly for the purpose of re-
use is not recommended. Replace the complete
Position the cartridge seal assembly (05) on the ro-
cartridge seal when leakage occurs.
tor/shaft with the setscrews that secure the seal to
the sleeve toward the head of the rotor/shaft as-
Remove the seal sleeve O-rings from the grooves sembly. Slide the seal onto the rotor/shaft until the
in the rotor/shaft assembly (03A). seal sleeve seats squarely against the shaft shoul-
der.
Continue as required with PUMP DISASSEMBLY.
Assemble the rotor adjusting sleeve assembly (07)
Seal Installation
as described in Pump Reassembly, Section E
and position it on a flat surface with the drive end
down. Install the rotor adjusting sleeve O-ring
See PUMP REASSEMBLY, and assemble the (07B) in the groove in the O.D. of the rotor adjusting
housing assembly (04), backhead kit (06) and ro- sleeve assembly and lubricate it with light grease.
tor/shaft assembly (03).
Proceed to install the rotor adjusting sleeve assem-
Clean the seal cavity and shaft with a cloth soaked bly as described in Pump Reassembly, Section
in fresh cleaning solvent. E.
PAGE F − 4 SEAL APPENDIX

AV−05791 (02-07-06)
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY AND

GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED
12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY
EXTENT AND DURATION OF WARRANTY
Coverage: The Gorman-Rupp Company or Gorman-Rupp of Canada Limited (herein individually referred to as GR")
each individually warrant that its products and parts shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for twelve (12)
months from the date of purchase by the original end user.
Exceptions: This Limited Warranty shall not apply to the following products and parts: engines, motors, trade accesso-
ries and other products, components or materials not manufactured by GR. With respect to submersible pumps, the
pump and motor are an integral unit and are therefore warranted as a unit. However, with respect to the electrical
components in submersible pumps, this warranty is valid only when electrical controls for the pump have been specified
and/or provided by GR. Wear and tear on any product resulting from normal use is not covered by this Limited Warranty.
LIMITATIONS
GR’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO ITS PRODUCTS AND
PARTS IS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER EXPRESS AND/OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND DAMAGES
The sole and exclusive remedy for breach of this Limited Warranty by GR, and the entire extent of its liability for such
breach or for damages arising and/or resulting from the use of the products and parts covered by this Limited Warranty
shall be as follows:
1. Repair or replacement: If inspection shows that any GR product or part covered under this LimitedWarranty is defec-
tive in materials or workmanship, GR shall repair or replace the defective product or part at its option, without charge.
You must have properly installed, maintained and used the product or part claimed to be defective in accordance with
the maintenance schedule and/or manual which comes with the product. No allowance will be made for labor, trans-
portation or other charges incurred by you in connection with such repair or replacement.
2. To obtain the above remedy:
a) Immediately notify GR at the address below of the claimed defect in materials or workmanship and provide the
serial number or date code of the product and/or part and provide a copy of the invoice or bill of sale referencing
the product and/or part by no later than the expiration date of the Limited Warranty period.
b) GR will advise whether inspection of the product and/or part will be necessary and whether and how repair or
replacement will be effected. If inspection by GR is necessary, the product or part must be sent freight prepaid to
GR at the address stated below. Return shipment of the repaired product or part will be F.O.B. the address stated
below.
3. Damages: GR’s liability for damages for breach of this Limited Warranty shall not exceed the amount of the purchase
price of the product or part in respect to which damages are claimed. IN NO EVENT SHALL GR BE
LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES FOR
BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OTHER THAN AS STATED HEREIN.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Accordingly, the above
may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state and province to province.
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED
P.O. BOX 1217 70 Burwell Road
MANSFIELD, OH 44901−1217 St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3R7
Phone: (419) 755−1011 Phone: (519) 631−2870

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January 17, 2006

ROTARY GEAR PUMPS

THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY MANSFIELD, OHIO

SAFETY − SECTION A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE A − 1

INSTALLATION − SECTION B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B − 1

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B−1

OPERATION − SECTION C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C − 1

PUMP OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C−1

TROUBLESHOOTING − SECTION D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D − 1

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE D−4

SEAL APPENDIX − SECTION F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE F−1

INTRODUCTION PAGE I−1

PAGE I−2 INTRODUCTION

In addition to this manual, see the separate litera-

This manual will alert personnel to

Before attempting to install, operate, or

SAFETY PAGE A−1

valves are installed with their adjusting

Before attempting to open or service the

PAGE A−2 SAFETY

GENERAL INFORMATION Typical Pump Model

Review all SAFETY information in Section A. GHS 1 1/2 GF 32

Design Port Hydraulic Construction

Hydraulic Size: The first letter in the hydraulic size

INSTALLATION PAGE B−1

PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION Flushing

The pump assembly was inspected and tested be-

Most cleaning solvents are toxic and

PAGE B−2 INSTALLATION

Mount the base on a foundation that will provide

INSTALLATION PAGE B−3

STD. Because of the close-tolerance moving parts of

When handling very hot or cold liquids, install a

PAGE B−4 INSTALLATION

Make certain that power to the drive unit

Figure B-3. Aligning Non-Spider Type Coupling

MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS

INSTALLATION PAGE B−5

Select pulleys to match the proper speed ratio; Belt Span

Do not operate this pump without

PAGE B−6 INSTALLATION

Belt Deflection Force Belt Deflection Force

3.4 - 4.2 860-2500 4.9 7.2 85 - 105 860-2500 2.2 3.3

INSTALLATION PAGE B−7

Before connecting an electric motor to incoming

PAGE B−8 INSTALLATION

PRE-OPERATION Checking Pump Rotation

Correct rotation of your pump is shown on the

In applications with a single direction of

Never operate the pump against a

OPERATION PAGE C−1

Overheating can occur if the pump is operated with

Review the previous steps outlined in PRE-OP-

NOTE Strainer Check

PAGE C−2 OPERATION

Cracking pressure is the pressure at which the

Leakage Complete by-pass pressure is the maximum pres-

Wait until the pump has run long enough to reach