BC OM‐01184‐01

April 9, 1981
Rev. E 07‐05‐2013

INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST

0 SERIES PUMP

MODEL

03C31-B

THE GORMAN‐RUPP COMPANY  MANSFIELD, OHIO

www.grpumps.com
GORMAN‐RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED  ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A.
1981 The Gorman‐Rupp Company
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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE I - 1

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

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

Pump Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1

PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1
POSITIONING PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Line Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Connections to Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
SUCTION LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Strainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Suction Line Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
DISCHARGE LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
Siphoning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
Coupled Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 5
V‐Belt Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 5
DRIVE BELT TENSIONING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 6
General Rules of Tensioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 6
GROUNDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 6

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

PRIMING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-1

STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-1
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-1
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
Lines With a Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
Lines Without a Bypass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
Leakage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
Liquid Temperature And Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
Strainer Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
Pump Vacuum Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-2
STOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-3
BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-3
Cold Weather Preservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C-3

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

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

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

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

PARTS LIST:
Pump Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 3
PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 4
Pump Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 4
Impeller Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 4
Seal Removal and Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 5
Shaft and Bearing Removal and Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 5
Shaft and Bearing Reassembly and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 6
Seal Reassembly and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 7
Impeller Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 8
Pump Reassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9
Final Pump Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9
LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9
Seal Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9
Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9
Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE E - 9

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INTRODUCTION

Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp pump. The following are used to alert maintenance per­
Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely sonnel to procedures which require special atten­
install and operate your pump. Failure to do so tion, to those which could damage equipment, and
could result in personal injury or damage to the to those which could be dangerous to personnel:
pump.

This pump is an 0 Series, closed impeller, self‐prim­

ing centrifugal model, with straight‐in suction, with­
out a suction check valve. It is designed to handle
petroleum products or other clean liquids that do
not contain large entrained solids. The basic mate­
Immediate hazards which WILL result in
rial of construction for wetted parts is ductile iron,
severe personal injury or death. These
with bronze impeller and steel shaft.
instructions describe the procedure re­
If there are any questions regarding the pump or quired and the injury which will result
its application which are not covered in this man­ from failure to follow the procedure.
ual or in other literature accompanying this unit,
please contact your Gorman‐Rupp distributor, or
write:

The Gorman‐Rupp Company

P.O. Box 1217
Mansfield, Ohio 44901-1217
Hazards or unsafe practices which
Phone: (419) 755-1011 COULD result in severe personal injury
or: or death. These instructions describe
Gorman‐Rupp of Canada Limited the procedure required and the injury
70 Burwell Road which could result from failure to follow
St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3R7 the procedure.
Phone: (519) 631-2870

For information or technical assistance on the pow­

er source, contact the power source manufactur­
er's local dealer or representative.
Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
Because pump installations are seldom identical,
result in minor personal injury or product
this manual cannot possibly provide detailed in­
or property damage. These instructions
structions and precautions for every aspect of
describe the requirements and the possi­
each specific application. Therefore, it is the re­
sponsibility of the owner/installer of the pump to
ble damage which could result from failure
ensure that applications not addressed in this
to follow the procedure.
manual are performed only after establishing that
neither operator safety nor pump integrity are com­
promised by the installation. Pumps and related NOTE
equipment must be installed and operated ac­ Instructions to aid in installation, operation,and
cording to all national, local and industry stan­ maintenance, or which clarify a procedure.
dards.

INTRODUCTION PAGE I - 1
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SAFETY ‐ SECTION A
This information applies to 0 Series ba­
sic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no con­
trol over or particular knowledge of the
power source which will be used. Refer
This pump is designed to handle petro­
to the manual accompanying the power
leum products or other clean liquids
source before attempting to begin oper­
that do not contain large entrained sol­
ation.
ids. Do not attempt to pump liquids
This manual will alert personnel to which may damage the pump or endan­
known procedures which require spe­ ger personnel as a result of pump fail­
cial attention, to those which could ure.
damage equipment, and to those which
could be dangerous to personnel. How­
ever, this manual cannot possibly antici­
pate and provide detailed instructions
and precautions for every situation that This pump is designed to handle petro­
might occur during maintenance of the leum products or other clean liquids
unit. Therefore, it is the responsibility of that do not contain large entrained sol­
the owner/maintenance personnel to ids. If the pump is used for handling vol­
ensure that only safe, established main­ atile, flammable liquids, all drivers and/
tenance procedures are used, and that or controls must meet industry stan­
any procedures not addressed in this dards and codes for use in an explosive
manual are performed only after estab­ atmosphere. Do not attempt to pump liq­
lishing that neither personal safety nor uids for which the pump, driver and/or
pump integrity are compromised by controls have not been approved, or
such practices. which may damage the pump or endan­
ger personnel as a result of pump fail­
ure.

Before attempting to open or service the

pump:
If this pump is used for volatile and/or
1. Familiarize yourself with this man­ flammable liquids, be certain proper
ual. safety practices are followed before op­
2. Disconnect or lock out the power erating or servicing the pump. Provide
source to ensure that the pump will adequate ventilation, prohibit smoking,
remain inoperative. wear static‐resistant clothing and
3. Allow the pump to completely cool shoes. Clean up all fuel spills immedi­
if overheated. ately after occurrence.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates, or
plugs.
5. Close the suction and discharge
valves. Do not install and operate a non‐explo­
6. Vent the pump slowly and cau­ sion proof motor in an explosive atmo­
tiously. sphere. Install, connect, and operate
7. Drain the pump. the motor in accordance with the Na­
SAFETY PAGE A - 1
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tional Electric Code and all local codes.

If there is a conflict between the instruc­
tions in the manual accompanying the
unit and the National Electric Code or Do not operate the pump against a
the applicable local code, the National closed discharge valve for long periods
or local code shall take precedence. of time. If operated against a closed dis­
charge valve, pump components will
deteriorate, and the liquid could come
to a boil, build pressure, and cause the
pump casing to rupture or explode.
If this pump is used with volatile and/or
flammable liquids, overheating may
produce dangerous fumes. Take pre­
cautions to ensure the area surrounding
Overheated pumps can cause severe
the pump is adequately ventilated. Al­
burns and injuries. If overheating of the
low the pump to cool and use extreme
pump occurs:
caution when venting the pump, or
1. Stop the pump immediately.
when removing covers, plates, plugs, or
2. Ventilate the area.
fittings.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates,
gauges, or plugs.
5. Vent the pump slowly and cau­
Use lifting and moving equipment in tiously.
good repair and with adequate capacity 6. Refer to instructions in this manual
to prevent injuries to personnel or dam­ before restarting the pump.
age to equipment. Suction and dis­
charge hoses and piping must be re­
moved from the pump before lifting.
Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
pipe plugs, or fittings from an over­
heated pump. Vapor pressure within the
pump can cause parts being disen­
After the pump has been installed, make gaged to be ejected with great force. Al­
certain that the pump and all piping or low the pump to cool before servicing.
hose connections are tight, properly
supported and secure before operation.

Never run this pump backwards. Be cer­

tain that rotation is correct before fully
engaging the pump.
Do not operate the pump without the
shields and/or guards in place over the
drive shaft, belts, and/or couplings, or
other rotating parts. Exposed rotating
parts can catch clothing, fingers, or Pumps and related equipment must be in­
tools, causing severe injury to person­ stalled and operated according to all na­
nel. tional, local and industry standards.
PAGE A - 2 SAFETY
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INSTALLATION - SECTION B
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. configuration, and priming must be tailored to the
specific application. Since the pressure supplied
Since pump installations are seldom identical, this to the pump is critical to performance and safety,
section offers only general recommendations and be sure to limit the incoming pressure to 50% of the
practices required to inspect, position, and ar­ maximum permissible operating pressure as
range the pump and piping. shown on the pump performance curve.

Most of the information pertains to a standard For further assistance, contact your Gorman‐Rupp
static lift application where the pump is positioned distributor or the Gorman‐Rupp Company.
above the free level of liquid to be pumped.
Pump Dimensions
If installed in a flooded suction application where
the liquid is supplied to the pump under pressure, See Figure 1 for the approximate physical dimen­
some of the information such as mounting, line sions of this pump.
OUTLINE DRAWING

Figure 1. Pump Model 03C31-B

PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION b. Check for and tighten loose attaching hard­

ware. Since gaskets tend to shrink after dry­
The pump assembly was inspected and tested be­ ing, check for loose hardware at mating sur­
fore shipment from the factory. Before installation, faces.
inspect the pump for damage which may have oc­
c. Carefully read all tags, decals, and markings
curred during shipment. Check as follows:
on the pump assembly, and perform all duties
indicated.
a. Inspect the pump and engine for cracks,
dents, damaged threads, and other obvious d. Check levels and lubricate as necessary. Re­
damage. fer to LUBRICATION in the MAINTENANCE

INSTALLATION PAGE B - 1
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AND REPAIR section of this manual and per­ The pump may have to be supported or shimmed
form duties as instructed. to provide for level operation or to eliminate vibra­
tion.
e. If the pump and engine have been stored for
more than 12 months, some of the compo­ SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING
nents or lubricants may have exceeded their
maximum shelf life. These must be inspected Pump performance is adversely effected by in­
or replaced to ensure maximum pump serv­ creased suction lift, discharge elevation, and fric­
ice. tion losses. Contact the factory to be sure your
overall application allows pump to operate within
the safe operation range.
If the maximum shelf life has been exceeded, or if
anything appears to be abnormal, contact your
Materials
Gorman‐Rupp distributor or the factory to deter­
mine the repair or updating policy. Do not put the Either pipe or hose maybe used for suction and
pump into service until appropriate action has discharge lines; however, the materials must be
been taken. compatible with the liquid being pumped. If hose is
used in suction lines, it must be the rigid‐wall, rein­
POSITIONING PUMP
forced type to prevent collapse under suction. Us­
ing piping couplings in suction lines is not recom­
mended.

Line Configuration
Use lifting and moving equipment in Keep suction and discharge lines as straight as
good repair and with adequate capacity possible to minimize friction losses. Make mini­
to prevent injuries to personnel or dam­ mum use of elbows and fittings, which substan­
age to equipment. Suction and dis­ tially increase friction loss. If elbows are necessary,
charge hoses and piping must be re­ use the long‐radius type to minimize friction loss.
moved from the pump before lifting.
Lifting Connections to Pump

Pump unit weights will vary depending on the Before tightening a connecting flange, align it ex­
mounting and drive provided. Check the shipping actly with the pump port. Never pull a pipe line into
tag on the unit packaging for the actual weight, and place by tightening the flange bolts and/or cou­
use lifting equipment with appropriate capacity. plings.
Drain the pump and remove all customer‐installed
Lines near the pump must be independently sup­
equipment such as suction and discharge hoses
ported to avoid strain on the pump which could
or piping before attempting to lift existing, installed
cause excessive vibration, decreased bearing life,
units.
and increased shaft and seal wear. If hose‐type
lines are used, they should have adequate support
to secure them when filled with liquid and under
pressure.

The pump assembly can be seriously Gauges

damaged if the cables or chains used to lift Most pumps are drilled and tapped for installing
and move the unit are improperly wrapped discharge pressure and vacuum suction gauges.
around the pump. If these gauges are desired for pumps that are not
Mounting tapped, drill and tap the suction and discharge
lines not less than 18 inches (457 mm) from the
Locate the pump in an accessible place as close as suction and discharge ports and install the lines.
practical to the liquid being pumped. Level mount­ Installation closer to the pump may result in erratic
ing is essential for proper operation. readings.

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SUCTION LINES ommendations when selecting and applying the

pipe dope. The pipe dope should be compatible
To avoid air pockets which could affect pump prim­ with the liquid being pumped.
ing, the suction line must be as short and direct as
Suction Lines In Sumps
possible. When operation involves a suction lift, the
line must always slope upward to the pump from If a single suction line is installed in a sump, it
the source of the liquid being pumped; if the line should be positioned away from the wall of the
slopes down to the pump at any point along the sump at a distance equal to 1 1/2 times the diame­
suction run, air pockets will be created. ter of the suction line.

Fittings If there is a liquid flow from an open pipe into the

sump, the flow should be kept away from the suc­
Suction lines should be the same size as the pump
tion inlet because the inflow will carry air down into
inlet. If reducers are used in suction lines, they
the sump, and air entering the suction line will re­
should be the eccentric type, and should be in­
duce pump efficiency.
stalled with the flat part of the reducers uppermost
to avoid creating air pockets. Valves are not nor­ If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc­
mally used in suction lines, but if a valve is used, tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the
install it with the stem horizontal to avoid air pock­ suction inlet at a distance 1‐1/2 times the diameter
ets. of the suction pipe. The baffle will allow entrained
Strainers air to escape from the liquid before it is drawn into
the suction inlet.
If a strainer is furnished with the pump, be certain
to use it; any spherical solids which pass through a If two suction lines are installed in a single sump,
strainer furnished with the pump will also pass the flow paths may interact, reducing the efficiency
through the pump itself. of one or both pumps. To avoid this, position the
suction inlets so that they are separated by a dis­
If a strainer is not furnished with the pump, but is tance equal to at least 3 times the diameter of the
installed by the pump user, make certain that the suction pipe.
total area of the openings in the strainer is at least
Suction Line Positioning
three or four times the cross section of the suction
line, and that the openings will not permit passage The depth of submergence of the suction line is
of solids larger than the solids handling capability critical to efficient pump operation. Figure 2 shows
of the pump.
recommended minimum submergence vs. veloc­
ity.
This pump is designed to handle up to 7/16‐inch
(11,1 mm) diameter spherical solids.
NOTE
Sealing The pipe submergence required may be reduced
by installing a standard pipe increaser fitting at the
Since even a slight leak will affect priming, head, end of the suction line. The larger opening size will
and capacity, especially when operating with a reduce the inlet velocity. Calculate the required
high suction lift, all connections in the suction line submergence using the following formula based
should be sealed with pipe dope to ensure an air­ on the increased opening size (area or diameter).
tight seal. Follow the sealant manufacturer's rec­

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Figure 2. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity

DISCHARGE LINES head, gradually close the discharge

throttling valve before stopping the pump.
Siphoning
ALIGNMENT
Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower
than that of the liquid being pumped unless a si­ The alignment of the pump and its power source is
phon breaker is used in the line. Otherwise, a si­ critical for trouble‐free mechanical operation. In
phoning action causing damage to the pump either a flexible coupling or V‐belt driven system,
could result. the driver and pump must be mounted so that their
shafts are aligned with and parallel to each other. It
Valves
is imperative that alignment be checked after the
If a throttling valve is desired in the discharge line, pump and piping are installed, and before opera­
use a valve as large as the largest pipe to minimize tion.
friction losses. Never install a throttling valve in a
suction line. NOTE
Check Rotation, Section C, before final alignment
With high discharge heads, it is recommended that of the pump.
a throttling valve and a system check valve be in­
stalled in the discharge line to protect the pump
from excessive shock pressure and reverse rota­ When mounted at the Gorman‐Rupp factory, driver
tion when it is stopped. and pump are aligned before shipment. Misalign­
ment will occur in transit and handling. Pumps
must be checked and realigned before operation.
Before checking alignment, tighten the foundation
bolts. The pump casing feet and/or pedestal feet,
and the driver mounting bolts should also be tightly
If the application involves a high discharge secured.

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When checking alignment, disconnect

the power source to ensure that the
pump will remain inoperative.

Figure 3B. Aligning Non‐Spider Type Couplings

Adjusting the alignment in one direction
Align non‐spider type couplings by using a feeler
may alter the alignment in another direc­
gauge or taper gauge between the coupling halves
tion. check each procedure after altering
every 90. The coupling is in alignment when the
alignment. hubs are the same distance apart at all points (see
Figure 3B).

Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge

Coupled Drives across both coupling rims at the top, bottom, and
side. When the straightedge rests evenly on both
halves of the coupling, the coupling is in horizontal
parallel alignment. If the coupling is misaligned,
When using couplings, the axis of the power use a feeler gauge between the coupling and the
source must be aligned to the axis of the pump straightedge to measure the amount of misalign­
shaft in both the horizontal and vertical planes. ment.
Most couplings require a specific gap or clearance
between the driving and the driven shafts. Refer to V‐Belt Drives
the coupling manufacturer's service literature.
When using V‐belt drives, the power source and
the pump must be parallel. Use a straightedge
along the sides of the pulleys to ensure that the pul­
Align spider insert type couplings by using calipers
leys are properly aligned (see Figure 3C). In drive
to measure the dimensions on the circumference
systems using two or more belts, make certain that
of the outer ends of the coupling hub every 90.
the belts are a matched set; unmatched sets will
The coupling is in alignment when the hub ends
cause accelerated belt wear.
are the same distance apart at all points (see Fig­
ure 3A).

MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS

SHAFTS SHAFTS PARALLEL AND
NOT PARALLEL NOT IN LINE SHEAVES IN LINE
Figure 3A. Aligning Spider‐Type Couplings Figure 3C. Alignment of V‐Belt Driven Pumps

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Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu­ Ideal drive belt tension is the lowest tension at
facturer's instructions. If the belts are too loose, which the belt will not slip under peak load condi­
they will slip; if the belts are too tight, there will be tions. Do not over‐tension drive belts. Over‐ten­
excessive power loss and possible bearing failure. sioning will shorten both drive belt and bearing life.
Select pulleys that will match the proper speed ra­ Under‐tensioning will cause belt slippage. Always
tio; over speeding the pump may damage both keep belts free from dirt, grease, oil and other for­
pump and power source. eign material which may cause slippage.

GROUNDING

Do not operate the pump without the If the pump is used to handle volatile or flammable
guard in place over the rotating parts. liquids, the unit must be grounded by attaching a
exposed rotating parts can catch cloth­ ground wire assembly to a ground rod in order to
ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in­ eliminate electrostatic build‐up by the liquid being
jury to personnel. pumped. Install the ground rod in accordance with
the National Electrical Codes and all local codes.
DRIVE BELT TENSIONING Be sure the fastening device makes a tight electri­
cal connection with the rod and the pump.
General Rules of Tensioning

For new drive belts, check the tension after 5, 20

and 50 hours of operation and re‐tension as re­
quired (see the following procedure for measuring
belt tension). Thereafter, check and re‐tension if re­ Inspect and test the ground wire assembly
quired monthly or at 500 hour intervals, whichever for conductivity. Replace a broken or
comes first. frayed wire before resuming operation.

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OPERATION - SECTION C

Review all SAFETY information in Section A. coming liquid to evacuate the air. After the pump
and piping system have completely filled, evacu­
Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and ate any remaining air pockets in the pump or suc­
decals attached to the pump. tion line by loosening pipe plug or opening bleeder
valves.

Once the pump casing has been filled, the pump

will prime and reprime as necessary.
This pump is designed to handle petro­
leum products or other clean liquids
that do not contain large entrained sol­
ids. Do not attempt to pump liquids
which may damage the pump or endan­ After filling the pump casing, reinstall
ger personnel as a result of pump fail­ and tighten the fill plug. Do not attempt
ure. to operate the pump unless all connect­
ing piping is securely installed. Other­
PRIMING wise, liquid in the pump forced out un­
der pressure could cause injury to per­
Install the pump and piping as described in IN­ sonnel.
STALLATION. Make sure that the piping connec­
To fill the pump, remove the pump casing fill cover
tions are tight, and that the pump is securely
or fill plug in the top of the casing, and add clean
mounted. Check that the pump is properly lubri­
liquid until the casing is filled. Replace the fill cover
cated (see LUBRICATION in MAINTENANCE
or fill plug before operating the pump.
AND REPAIR).

This pump is self priming, but the pump should STARTING

never be operated unless there is liquid in the
pump casing.
Rotation

The correct direction of pump rotation is indicated

by an arrow on the pump body, and on the accom­
panying decal. If the pump is operated in the
Never operate this pump unless there is wrong direction, the impeller could become loos­
liquid in the pump casing. The pump will ened from the shaft and aseriously damage the
not prime when dry. Extended operation of pump.
a dry pump will destroy the seal assembly.
If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re­
Add liquid to the pump casing when: move V‐belts, couplings, or otherwise disconnect
the pump from the motor before checking motor
1. The pump is being put into service for the
rotation. Operate the motor independently while
first time.
observing the direction of the motor shaft, or cool­
2. The pump has not been used for a consider­
ing fan.
able length of time.
3. The liquid in the pump casing has evapo­
If rotation is incorrect on a three‐phase motor, have
rated.
a qualified electrician interchange any two of the
When installed in a flooded suction application, three phase wires to change direction. If rotation is
simply open the system valves and permit the in­ incorrect on a single‐phase motor, consult the liter­

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ature supplied with the motor for specific instruc­ Overheating can occur if operated with the valves
tions. in the suction or discharge lines closed. Operating
against closed valves could bring the liquid to a
boil, build pressure, and cause the pump to rup­
OPERATION
ture or explode. If overheating occurs, stop the
pump and allow it to cool before servicing it. Refill
the pump casing with cool liquid.
Lines With a Bypass

Close the discharge throttling valve (if so

equipped) so that the pump will not have to prime
against the weight of the liquid in the discharge
line. Air from the suction line will be discharged
Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
through the bypass line back to the wet well during pipe plugs, or fittings from an over­
the priming cycle. When the pump is fully primed heated pump. Vapor pressure within the
and liquid is flowing steadily from the bypass line, pump can cause parts being disen­
open the discharge throttling valve. Liquid will then gaged to be ejected with great force. Al­
continue to circulate through the bypass line while low the pump to cool before servicing.
the pump is in operation.
Strainer Check
Lines Without a Bypass
If a suction strainer has been shipped with the
Open all valves in the discharge line and start the pump or installed by the user, check the strainer
power source. Priming is indicated by a positive regularly, and clean it as necessary. The strainer
reading on the discharge pressure gauge or by a should also be checked if pump flow rate begins to
quieter operation. The pump may not prime imme­ drop. If a vacuum suction gauge has been in­
diately because the suction line must first fill with stalled, monitor and record the readings regularly
liquid. If the pump fails to prime within five minutes, to detect strainer blockage.
stop it and check the suction line for leaks.
Never introduce air or steam pressure into the
pump casing or piping to remove a blockage. This
After the pump has been primed, partially close the
could result in personal injury or damage to the
discharge line throttling valve in order to fill the line
equipment. If backflushing is absolutely neces­
slowly and guard against excessive shock pres­
sary, liquid pressure must be limited to 50% of the
sure which could damage pipe ends, gaskets,
maximum permissible operating pressure.
sprinkler heads, and any other fixtures connected
to the line. When the discharge line is completely
filled, adjust the throttling valve to the required flow Pump Vacuum Check
rate.
With the pump inoperative, install a vacuum gauge
Leakage in the system, using pipe dope on the threads.
Block the suction line and start the pump. At oper­
ating speed the pump should pull a vacuum of 20
No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur­
inches (508,0 mm) or more of mercury. If it does
faces, or at pump connections or fittings. Keep all
not, check for air leaks in the seal, gasket, or dis­
line connections and fittings tight to maintain maxi­
charge valve.
mum pump efficiency.
Open the suction line, and read the vacuum gauge
Liquid Temperature And Overheating with the pump primed and at operation speed.
Shut off the pump. The vacuum gauge reading will
The maximum liquid temperature for this pump is immediately drop proportionate to static suction
160 F (71C). Do not apply it at a higher operating lift, and should then stabilize. If the vacuum reading
temperature. falls off rapidly after stabilization, an air leak exists.

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Before checking for the source of the leak, check Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu­
the point of installation of the vacuum gauge. rate. Bearing temperatures can be measured ac­
curately by placing a contact‐type thermometer
against the housing. Record this temperature for
STOPPING
future reference.

Never halt the flow of liquid suddenly. If the liquid A sudden increase in bearing temperatures is a
being pumped is stopped abruptly, damaging warning that the bearings are at the point of failing
shock waves can be transmitted to the pump and to operate properly. Make certain that the bearing
piping system. Close all connecting valves slowly. lubricant is of the proper viscosity and at the cor­
rect level (see LUBRICATION in Section E). Bear­
After stopping the pump, lock out or disconnect ing overheating can also be caused by shaft
the power source to ensure that the pump will re­ misalignment and/or excessive vibration.
main inoperative.
When pumps are first started, the bearings may
seem to run at temperatures above normal. Con­
tinued operation should bring the temperatures
down to normal levels.
Do not operate the pump against a
closed discharge throttling valve for Cold Weather Preservation
long periods of time. If operated against
In below freezing conditions, drain the pump to
a closed discharge throttling valve,
prevent damage from freezing. Also, clean out any
pump components will deteriorate, and
solids by flushing with a hose. Operate the pump
the liquid could come to a boil, build
for approximately one minute; this will remove any
pressure, and cause the pump casing to remaining liquid that could freeze the pump rotat­
rupture or explode. ing parts. If the pump will be idle for more than a
few hours, or if it has been pumping liquids con­
BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK taining a large amount of solids, drain the pump,
and flush it thoroughly with clean water. To prevent
Bearings normally run at higher than ambient tem­ large solids from clogging the drain port and pre­
peratures because of heat generated by friction. venting the pump from completely draining, insert
Temperatures up to 160F (71C) are considered a rod or stiff wire in the drain port, and agitate the
normal for bearings, and they can operate safely to liquid during the draining process. Clean out any
at least 180F (82C). remaining solids by flushing with a hose.

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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. Disconnect or lock out the power
source to ensure that the pump will
remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool if
overheated.
4. Check the temperature before open­
ing any covers, plates, or plugs.
5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
6. Vent the pump slowly and cautiously.
7. Drain the pump.

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY

PUMP FAILS TO Not enough liquid in casing. Add liquid to casing. See PRIMING.
PRIME
Suction check valve contaminated Clean or replace check valve.
or damaged.
Air leak in suction line. Correct leak.
Lining of suction hose collapsed. Replace suction hose.
Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket. Check pump vacuum. Replace
leaking or worn seal or gasket.
Suction lift or discharge head too high. Check piping installation and
install bypass line if needed. See
INSTALLATION.
Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if
necessary.
Suction check valve or foot valve Clean valve.
clogged or binding.

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

FAILS TO DELIVER
RATED FLOW OR Lining of suction hose collapsed. Replace suction hose.
PRESSURE Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket. Check pump vacuum. Replace
leaking or worn seal or gasket.
Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if
necessary.

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TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY

PUMP STOPS OR Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct
FAILS TO DELIVER proper level or sump too small. submergence as needed.
RATED FLOW OR
PRESSURE (cont.) Impeller or other wearing parts worn Replace worn or damaged parts.
or damaged. Check that impeller is properly
centered and rotates freely.
Impeller clogged. Free impeller of debris.
Pump speed too slow. Check driver output; check
belts or couplings for slippage.
Suction lift or discharge head too high. Check piping installation and
install bypass line if needed. See
INSTALLATION.

PUMP REQUIRES Pump speed too high. Check driver output.

TOO MUCH
Discharge head too low. Adjust discharge valve.
POWER
Liquid solution too thick. Dilute if possible.
Bearing(s) frozen. Disassemble pump and check
bearing(s).

PUMP CLOGS Liquid solution too thick. Dilute if possible.

FREQUENTLY
Discharge flow too slow. Open discharge valve fully to in-
crease flow rate, and run power
source at maximum governed
speed.
Discharge line clogged or restricted; Check discharge lines; straighten
hose kinked. hose.
Suction check valve or foot valve Clean valve.
clogged or binding.

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

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

BEARINGS RUN Bearing temperature is high, but Check bearing temperature regu-
TOO HOT within limits. larly to monitor any increase.
Low or incorrect lubricant Check for proper type and level
of lubricant.
Suction and discharge lines not Check piping installation for proper
properly supported. support.
Drive misaligned. Align drive properly.

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PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec­

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

Preventive Maintenance Schedule

Service Interval*
Item Daily Weekly Monthly Semi‐ Annually
Annually
General Condition (Temperature, Unusual
Noises or Vibrations, Cracks, Leaks,
Loose Hardware, Etc.) I
Pump Performance (Gauges, Speed, Flow) I
Bearing Lubrication I R
Seal Lubrication (And Packing Adjustment,
If So Equipped) I R
V‐Belts (If So Equipped) I
Air Release Valve Plunger Rod (If So Equipped) I C
Front Impeller Clearance (Wear Plate) I
Rear Impeller Clearance (Seal Plate) I
Check Valve I
Pressure Relief Valve (If So Equipped) C
Pump and Driver Alignment I
Shaft Deflection I
Bearings I
Bearing Housing I
Piping I
Driver Lubrication - See Mfgr's Literature

Legend:
I = Inspect, Clean, Adjust, Repair or Replace as Necessary
C = Clean
R = Replace
* Service interval based on an intermittent duty cycle equal to approximately 4000 hours annually.
Adjust schedule as required for lower or higher duty cycles or extreme operating conditions.

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PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ‐ SECTION E

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK
OPERATING PERFORMANCE.

STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL 03C31-B

Based on 70 F (21 C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per­
with minimum suction lift. Since pump installations formance or part numbers.
are seldom identical, your performance may be dif­
ference due to such factors as viscosity, specific
gravity, elevation, temperature, and impeller trim.

Pump speed and operating condition

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

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SECTION DRAWING
PARTS PAGE

Figure 1. 03C31-B Pump Model Assembly

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PARTS LIST
Pump Model 03C31-B
(From S/N 594106 Up)

If your pump serial number is followed by an “N”, your pump is NOT a standard production model. Contact
the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify part numbers.

ITEM PART MAT'L

NO. PART NAME NUMBER CODE QTY

 1 PUMP HOUSING See Note Below

2 IMPELLER 5800D 14000 1
3 SEAL ASSEMBLY 25271-866 --- 1
4 DISCHARGE FLANGE 1753A 11000 1
5 CASING GASKET 2474GA-1 20000 1
6 DISCH FLG GASKET 1674GB 20000 1
7 IMPELLER KEY N0304-1/2 15990 1
8 VENTED PLUG 4823 15079 1
9 ROTATION DECAL 2613M --- 1
10 BEARING CAP 2009B 10010 1
11 IMPELLER SHAFT 5629 15010 1
12 SHAFT KEY N0407 15990 1
13 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0604 15991 4
14 LOCK WASHER J06 15991 4
15 SPRG CENT WASHER 13985 17010 1
16 IMP ADJ SHIM SET 2Z 17090 1
17 BEARING ADJ SHIM SET 8841 14990 1
18 OUTBOARD BALL BRG S310 --- 1
19 PEDESTAL 2947A 10010 1
20 INBOARD BALL BRG S310 --- 1
21 SEAL PLATE 5634E 11000 1
 22 STUD C0607 15991 8
23 HEX NUT D06 15991 8
24 VANE PLATE 5799A 10010 1
25 IMPELLER WASHER 6750 13090 1
26 IMPELLER CAP SCREW BT0604 15991 1
27 IMPLOCKWASHER J06 15991 1
28 SEAL RING 1136 19140 1
 29 PIPE PLUG P08 15079 1
 30 STUD C1009 15991 4
31 HEX NUT D10 15991 4
32 RD HD MACH SCREW X0405 14990 1
33 LOCK WASHER J04 15991 1
34 SUCTION FLANGE 1753A 11000 1
35 SUCT FLANGE GASKET 1674GB 20000 1
 36 FILL PLUG ASSY 48271-060 --- 1
37 HEX HD CAPSCREW B1009 15991 4
38 HEX NUT D10 15991 4

NOT SHOWN:
NAME PLATE 38818-018 13990 1
DRIVE SCREW BM#04-03 17000 1
G‐R DECAL GR-03 --- 1
LUBE DECAL 38816-075 --- 1
INSTRUCTION DECAL 38817-011 --- 1
INSTRUCTION TAG 38817-020 --- 1
SUCTION STICKER 6588AG --- 1
PRIMING STICKER 6588AH --- 1
DISCHARGE STICKER 6588BJ --- 1

 INCLUDED WITH REPAIR PUMP CASING ASSY 46471-212 --- 1

INDICATES PARTS RECOMMENDED FOR STOCK

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PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY 4. Check the temperature before

AND REASSEMBLY opening any covers, plates, or
plugs.
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. 5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
Follow the instructions on all tags, label and de­ 6. Vent the pump slowly and cau­
cals attached to the pump. tiously.
7. Drain the pump.
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
the sectional view (see Figure 1) and the accompa­ If this pump is used for volatile and/or
nying parts list. flammable liquids, be certain proper
safety practices are followed before op­
This manual will alert personnel to known proce­
erating or servicing the pump. Provide
dures which require special attention, to those
which could damage equipment, and to those
adequate ventilation, prohibit smoking,
which could be dangerous to personnel. However, wear static‐resistant clothing and
this manual cannot possibly anticipate and provide shoes. Clean up all fuel spills immedi­
detailed precautions for every situation that might ately after occurrence.
occur during maintenance of the unit. Therefore, it
Pump Disassembly
is the responsibility of the owner/maintenance per­
sonnel to ensure that only safe, established main­
Before attempting to service the pump, remove the
tenance procedures are used, and that any proce­
pump housing drain plug (29) and drain the pump.
dures not addressed in this manual are performed
Clean and reinstall the drain plug.
only after establishing that neither personal safety
nor pump integrity are compromised by such prac­ To service the impeller (2), seal assembly (3), or va­
tices. ne plate (24), the pump housing (1) must be sepa­
rated from the seal plate and pedestal (19 and 21).
Before attempting to service the pump, disconnect
the power source to ensure that the pump will re­ Remove the suction and discharge lines. Remove
main inoperative. Close all valves in the suction the nuts (23) and use a suitable hoist and sling to
and discharge lines. separate the pump housing and gasket (5) from
the seal plate and pedestal.
For power source disassembly and repair, consult
Remove the seal ring (28) from inside the pump
the literature supplied with the power source, or
casing.
contact your local representative.

Use lifting and moving equipment in

Before attempting to open or service the good repair and with adequate capacity
pump: to prevent injuries to personnel or dam­
1. Familiarize yourself with this man­ age to equipment. Suction and dis­
ual. charge hoses and piping must be re­
2. Disconnect or lock out the power moved from the pump before lifting.
source to ensure that the pump will Impeller Removal
remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool For access to the impeller (2), disengage the hard­
if overheated. ware (32 and 33) and remove the vane plate (24).

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Immobilize the impeller by inserting a bar between Place a block of wood against the impeller end of
the impeller vanes, being careful not to damage the shaft (11) and tap the shaft and assembled
the vanes. Remove the impeller capscrew (26), bearings (18 and 20) from the bearing bore.
lockwasher (27) and washer (25). Remove the bar
from the impeller vanes. After removing the shaft and bearings, clean and
inspect the bearings in place as follows.
Install 1/4-20 UNC-2B by 4‐inch long capscrews
in the tapped holes in the impeller. Use the caps­
crews and a suitable puller to remove the impeller
from the shaft. Use caution when removing the im­
peller; tension on the seal spring will be released as To prevent damage during removal from
the impeller is removed. Retain the impeller key (7).
the shaft, it is recommended that the bear­
Remove the impeller adjusting shims (16). Tie and ings be cleaned and inspected in place. It
tag the shims or measure and record their thick­ is strongly recommended that the bear­
ness for ease of reassembly. ings be replaced any time the shaft and
bearings are removed.
Seal Removal and Disassembly
Clean the pedestal, shaft and all component parts
Remove the spring centering washer (15) and (except the bearings) with a soft cloth soaked in
spring. Apply oil to the shaft and work it up under cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for wear or dam­
the rubber bellows. Slide the rotating portion of the age and replace as necessary.
seal off the shaft.

Slide the seal plate (21) and stationary portion of

the seal off the shaft as a unit. Press the stationary
seal element and seat out of the seal plate from the
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and
back side.
flammable. Use them only in a well ven­
Shaft and Bearing Removal and Disassembly tilated area free from excessive heat,
sparks, and flame. Read and follow all
When the pump is properly operated and main­ precautions printed on solvent contain­
tained, the shaft and bearing should not require ers.
disassembly. Disassemble the shaft and bearing
only when there is evidence of wear or damage. Clean the bearings thoroughly in fresh cleaning
solvent. Dry the bearings with filtered compressed
air and coat with light oil.

Shaft and bearing disassembly in the field

is not recommended. These operations
should be performed only in a properly The bearings must be kept free of all dirt
equipped shop by qualified personnel. and foreign material. Failure to do so will
greatly shorten bearing life. Do not spin
Disengauge the hardware (13 and 14) and remove dry bearings. This may scratch the balls or
the bearing cap (10) and shims (17). Tag the shims, races and cause premature bearing fail­
or measure and record their thickness for ease of ure.
reassembly.
Rotate the bearings by hand to check for rough­
NOTE ness or binding. If rotation is rough, replace the
There are no previsions for removing the grease bearings.
from the pedestal. Place a drip pan under the ped­
estal before removing the shaft and bearings. The bearing tolerances provide a tight press fit
onto the shaft and a snug slip fit into the pedestal.

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Replace the bearings, shaft, or pedestal if the

proper bearing fit is not achieved.

If bearing replacement is required, use a suitable

puller or an arbor (or hydraulic) press to remove Use caution when handling hot bear­
the bearings from the impeller shaft. ings to prevent burns.
After the bearings have been installed and allowed
Shaft and Bearing Reassembly and Installation to cool, check to ensure that they have not moved
out of position in shrinking. If movement has oc­
curred, use a suitably sized sleeve and a press to
Clean and inspect the bearings as indicated in
reposition the bearings.
Shaft and Bearing Removal and Disassembly.

If heating the bearings is not practical, use a suit­

ably sized sleeve and an arbor (or hydraulic) press
to install the bearings onto the shaft.

To prevent damage during removal from

the shaft, it is recommended that the bear­
ings be cleaned and inspected in place. It
is strongly recommended that the bear­ When installing the bearings onto the
ings be replaced any time the shaft and shaft, never press or hit against the outer
bearings are removed. race, balls, or ball cage. Press only on the
Inspect the shaft for distortion, nicks or scratches
inner race.
or damage. Dress small nicks and burrs with a fine After the bearings are installed on the shaft, pack
file or emery cloth. Replace the shaft if defective. the bearings by hand with No. 0 lithium base
grease until fully lubricated.
The bearings may be heated to ease installation.
An induction heater, hot oil bath, electric oven, or Slide the shaft and assembled bearings into the
hot plate may be used to heat the bearings. Bear­ pedestal until the inboard bearing is fully seated
ings should never be heated with a direct flame or against the bore shoulder.
directly on a hot plate.

NOTE
If a hot oil bath is used to heat the bearings, both the
oil and the container must be absolutely clean. If
the oil has been previously used, it must be thor­ When installing the shaft and bearings into
oughly filtered. the bearing bore, push against the outer
race. Never hit the balls or ball cage.
NOTE Install the same thickness of bearing adjusting
When installing the bearings (18 and 20), position shims (17) as previously removed. Install the bear­
the bearings on the shaft with the integral bearing ing cap (10) and secure it with the hardware (13
seals facing away from each other. and 14). Check the shaft endplay.

NOTE
Heat the bearings to a uniform temperature no
Shaft endplay should be .002 to .010 inch (0,05 mm
higher than 250F (120C) and slide the bearings to 0,25 mm). Add or remove bearing adjusting
onto the shaft, one at a time, until they are fully shims to obtain this endplay.
seated against the shaft shoulders. This should be
done quickly, in one continuous motion, to prevent
the bearings from cooling and sticking on the shaft. Install the shaft key (12).

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Lubricate the pedestal as described in LUBRICA­ gency, carefully wash all metallic parts in fresh
TION at the end of this section before putting the cleaning solvent and allow to dry thoroughly.
pump back into service.
Handle the seal parts with extreme care to prevent
damage. Be careful not to contaminate precision
Seal Reassembly and Installation finished faces; even fingerprints on the faces can
shorten seal life. If necessary, clean the faces with a
non‐oil based solvent and a clean, lint‐free tissue.
Clean the seal plate and shaft with a cloth soaked
Wipe lightly in a concentric pattern to avoid
in fresh cleaning solvent.
scratching the faces.

Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring,

grooves, and other damage that might cause leak­
age. If any components are worn, replace the com­
plete seal; never mix old and new seal parts.
Most cleaning solvents are toxic and
flammable. Use them only in a well ven­ If a replacement seal is being used, remove it from
tilated area free from excessive heat, the container and inspect the precision finished
sparks, and flame. Read and follow all faces to ensure that they are free of any foreign
precautions printed on solvent contain­ matter.
ers.
To ease installation of the seal, lubricate the bel­
The seal is not normally reused because wear pat­ lows with water or a very small amount of light lu­
terns on the finished faces cannot be realigned bricating oil, and apply a drop of light lubricating oil
during reassembly. This could result in premature on the finished faces. Assemble the seal as follows
failure. If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer­ (see Figure 2).
RETAINER
SPRING BEARING
SPRING
CENTERING HOUSING
WASHER

IMPELLER

IMPELLER
KEY

ROTATING
ELEMENT
IMPELLER
SHAFT

STATIONARY
ELEMENT

IMPELLER
SHIMS

BELLOWS
STATIONARY
SEAT

DRIVE BAND

Figure 2. Seal Assembly

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Subassemble the rotating element into the retainer

and bellows. Lubricate the I.D. of the bellows with
water and slide this subassembly onto the shaft
until the polished faces contact. Install the seal
This seal is not designed for operation at spring and spring centering washer (15).
temperatures above 160F (71C). Do not
Impeller Installation
use at higher operating temperatures.
Inspect the impeller and replace it if cracked or
Lay the seal plate (21) on a flat surface with the im­ badly worn.
peller side facing up. Subassemble the stationary
element into the stationary seat and use even pres­ For maximum pump efficiency, the impeller should
sure to press this subassembly into the seal plate be centered within the vane plate scroll.
until it seats squarely against the shoulder bore.
To verify the impeller positioning, measure the
vane plate and impeller as shown in Figure 3. Use
Carefully slide the assembled seal plate and sta­ these measurements to calculate the required im­
tionary portion of the seal over the shaft. Use two peller location (dimension E). Add or remove im­
capscrews and nuts (not supplied) to temporarily peller adjusting shims (16) until dimension E is ob­
secure the seal plate to the pedestal. tained.

C D

D
2

B
2 E
A B

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

B - C+ D =E
A+
2 2

Figure 3. Centering Impeller Within Vane Plate Scroll

Install the correct thickness of impeller shims (16). lbs. (240 in. lbs. or 2,8 m. kg.). Remove the bar
Position the impeller key (7) in the shaft keyway from the impeller vanes.
(the key should protrude approximately 1/4 inch
(6,3 mm) from the end of the shaft). Clean all of the old adhesive from the vane plate
(24) and its mating surface on the seal plate. Apply
a thin film of “3M Gasket Adhesive No. 847” or
Align the keyway in the impeller with the key and
equivalent compound to the vane plate and secure
press the impeller onto the shaft until fully seated.
the vane plate to the seal plate using the hardware
Install the impeller washer over the impeller key.
(32 and 33).

Immobilize the impeller by inserting a bar between NOTE

the impeller vanes, being careful not to damage After the vane plate has been installed, check for
the vanes. Install the impeller washer (25), a new free shaft rotation. Correct any scraping binding
impeller capscrew (26) and the impeller lockwash­ before further reassembly.
er (27). Torque the impeller capscrew (26) to 20 ft.

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Pump Reassembly the vented plug (8) and add one shot of No. 0 lithi­
um base grease from a grease gun after each 250
Install the seal ring (28) onto the shoulder inside hours of operation or once each month, whichever
the pump casing (1). Install the casing gasket (5) comes first. Do not over lubricate. Over lubrication
over the studs (23) in the pump casing. Remove can cause the bearings to over heat, resulting in
the hardware temporarily securing the seal plate premature bearing failure.
the the pedestal and slide the pump housing over
the vane plate. Be careful not to damage the seal There are no provisions in the bearing cavity to
ring. Secure the pump casing to the seal plate and drain or flush the lubricant. The pump and pedestal
pedestal with the nuts (22). must be disassembled to completely clean and
maintain this cavity.
Final Pump Assembly
Under normal conditions, change the grease after
If either the suction or discharge flanges (4 and 34) each 5000 hours of operation, or at 12 month inter­
were removed, reinstall the gaskets (6 and 35) and vals, whichever comes first. Change the grease
secure them to the pump casing with the previous­ more frequently if the pump is operated continu­
ly removed hardware. ously or installed in an environment where variable
hot and cold temperatures are common.
Install the suction and discharge lines and open all
valves. Make certain that all piping connections are
tight, properly supported and secure. When lubricating a dry (overhauled) pedestal, fill
the cavity with approximately 1/3 lb. (0,15 kg.) of
Fill the pump casing with clean liquid. Reinstall the grease.
fill plug (36) and tighten it.

Refer to OPERATION, Section C, before putting

the pump back into service.

LUBRICATION Monitor the condition of the bearing lubri­

cant regularly for evidence of rust or mois­
ture condensation. This is especially im­
Seal Assembly
portant in areas where variable hot and
The seal assembly is lubricated by the medium be­
cold temperatures are common.
ing pumped and no additional lubrication is re­
quired.

Power Source
Bearings

The pedestal was fully lubricated when shipped Consult the literature supplied with the power
from the factory. Under normal conditions, remove source, or contact your local representative.

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