PUBLICATION NUMBER OM-03984

December 9, 1994
Rev. F: 1-03-24

HS AND HSV SERIES

HYDRAULIC SUBMERSIBLE
PUMPS

GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS
www.grpumps.com

e1994 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.

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INTRODUCTION
Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp Hy­ The pump is designed to be driven only by an
draulic Submersible Pump. Read this manual open‐center type hydraulic power source with
carefully to learn how to safely install and operate flows and pressures not exceeding the nominal
your pump. Failure to do so could result in personal specifications shown for your pump in Table 1,
injury or damage to the pump. Section B. Do not use closed‐center valves or
operate the pump at higher flows or pressures.
A set of manuals accompanies your pump. Each
Closed‐center valves or operation at higher flows
set consists of three parts; the Installation/Opera­
or pressures will damage the pump motor and/or
tion Manual contains essential information on in­
seal, and void the pump warranty. Consult the
stalling and operating the pump. However, since
factory for additional information concerning the
pump installations are seldom identical, some of
appropriate hydraulic power source.
the information only summarizes general recom­
mendations and practices required to inspect, po­
sition, and arrange the pump and piping. If there are any questions regarding the pump
which are not covered in this manual or in other lit­
The Parts List Manual provides a performance erature accompanying the unit, please contact
curve, pump model cross‐section drawing, and your Gorman‐Rupp distributor or the Gorman‐
parts list for your pump. Rupp Company:
The Maintenance and Repair Manual provides
troubleshooting and maintenance instructions re­ The Gorman‐Rupp Company
quired to properly diagnose operational problems, P.O. Box 1217
and to service the pump components. Mansfield, Ohio 44901-1217
The pump is a hydraulic motor‐driven submersible or:
model, capable of handling liquids that may be vol­ Gorman‐Rupp of Canada Limited
atile or flammable, and which could cause serious 70 Burwell Road
illness or injury through direct exposure or emitted St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3R7
fumes.
CONTENTS
SAFETY - SECTION A
INSTALLATION - SECTION B
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1
PUMP INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 2
Pump and Power Source Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 1
Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Hydraulic Power Source Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 3
Positioning the Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
PIPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE B - 4
OPERATION - SECTION C
STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 1
OPERATIONAL CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Hydraulic Oil Level/Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Low Oil Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
Oil Cooler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
System Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 2
STOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 5
BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE C - 5

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RECORDING MODEL AND the equipment be abused or modified to change its

SERIAL NUMBERS performance beyond the original factory specifica­
tions, the warranty will become void and any claim
Please record the model and serial number for will be denied.
your Hydraulic Submersible Pump in the spaces If the pump is to be powered by any source other
provided below. Your Gorman‐Rupp distributor than a Gorman‐Rupp hydraulic submersible pow­
needs this information when you require parts or er source, contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company
service. before installing and operating the equipment.
Gorman‐Rupp assumes no responsibility for dam­
Model: age to the pump or any other hydraulic equipment
due to misapplication of the pump, or use with a
Serial Number:
non‐approved power source.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
NOTICE
The warranty provided with your Hydraulic Sub­ Gorman‐Rupp assumes no responsibility, either ex­
mersible Pump is part of Gorman‐Rupp's support pressed or implied, for environmental damage re­
program for customers who operate and maintain sulting from leakage or spills which may occur dur­
their equipment as described in this and the other ing operation or storage of this equipment.
accompanying literature. Please note that should

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.

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SAFETY ‐ SECTION A

This information applies to HS and HSV

Series submersible hydraulic motor
driven pumps.
Use lifting and moving equipment in
good repair and with adequate capacity
to prevent injuries to personnel or dam­
age to equipment. Attach adequate lift­
ing equipment only to the lifting device
Before attempting to service the hy­
on the pump. Hydraulic hoses to the
draulic power source or pump:
power source must be removed before
1. Familiarize yourself with this man­ lifting. Make certain that all personnel
ual. are clear of the area before lifting.
2. Shut down the hydraulic power
source and take precautions to en­
sure that it will remain inoperative.
3. Allow the hydraulic oil to cool be­
fore attempting to disconnect or After the pump has been installed, make
certain that the pump and all piping or
service the pump.
hose connections are tight, properly
supported and secure before operation.

This pump is designed to pump materi­

als that may be volatile or flammable. Do Do not operate an internal combustion
not attempt to pump any liquids for engine in an explosive atmosphere.
which the pump is not designed, or When operating internal combustion
which may damage the pump or endan­ engines in an enclosed area, make cer­
ger personnel as a result of pump fail­ tain that exhaust fumes are piped to the
ure. Consult the factory for specific outside. These fumes contain carbon
application data. monoxide, a deadly gas that is color­
less, tasteless, and odorless.

This pump is designed to pump materi­

als which could cause serious illness or Fuel used by internal combustion en­
injury through direct exposure or gines presents an extreme explosion
emitted fumes. Wear protective cloth­ and fire hazard. Make certain that all
ing, such as rubber gloves, face mask fuel lines are securely connected and
and rubber apron, as necessary, before free of leaks. Never refuel a hot or run­
disconnecting or servicing the pump or ning engine. Avoid overfilling the fuel
piping. tank, and clean up any fuel spills imme­
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diately. Always use the correct type of

fuel.

Make sure hydraulic hose connections

If using a customer‐installed power are fully tightened. Hydraulic hoses are
source, do not use closed‐center equipped with check valves in each end to
valves. Return flow from the hydraulic prevent oil from escaping when
motor must be allowed to return directly disconnected. Hose connections must be
to the oil reservoir to enable the pump tight to fully open these check valves.
impeller to gradually slow to a stop. Clo­ Failure to tighten connections can cause
sed‐center valves will block this flow, excessive hydraulic system pressure,
causing damage to the hydraulic motor resulting in damage to the hydraulic motor
and/or the pump seal. and/or other components.

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INSTALLATION - SECTION B

Review all SAFETY information in Section A. not put the pump into service until appropriate ac­
tion has been taken.
This section is intended only to summarize recom­
mended installation practices for the pump. If there Lubrication
are any questions concerning your specific appli­
cation, contact your Gorman‐Rupp distributor or The pump was fully lubricated when shipped from
the Gorman‐Rupp Company. the factory. However, always check the lubricant
level before installing the pump (see LUBRICA­
TION in MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR).
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION

The pump was inspected and tested before ship­ PUMP INSTALLATION
ment. Before installation, inspect the pump for
damage which may have occurred during ship­ Pump and Power Source Specifications
ment. Check as follows:
The Gorman‐Rupp Company manufactures a hy­
a. Inspect the pump assembly for cracks, dents,
draulic power unit specifically designed to power
damaged threads on the hydraulic connect­
the hydraulic pump. Only open‐center valves
ing hoses, and other obvious damage.
may be used in a customer‐supplied power
source, with flows and pressures not exceeding
b. Check for and tighten loose attaching hard­
the nominal specifications shown for your pump in
ware. Since gaskets tend to shrink after dry­
Table 1. Do not use closed‐center valves, or op­
ing, check for loose hardware at mating sur­
erate the pump at higher flows or pressures.
faces.
Closed‐center valves or operation at higher flows
c. If the pump was shipped with hydraulic or pressures will damage the pump motor and/or
hoses, inspect the hoses for cuts or damage seal, and void the pump warranty.
to the threaded ends.

d. Check the pump hydraulic motor for any oil

leaks, and tighten any hardware as required.
Do not use closed‐center valves. Return
e. Carefully read all tags, decals, and markings flow from the hydraulic motor must be
on the pump assembly, and perform all duties allowed to return directly to the oil reser­
as indicated.
voir to enable the pump impeller to
f. Check that the hydraulic power source pro­
gradually slow to a stop. Closed‐center
vides the required horsepower and flow to valves will block this flow, causing dam­
properly and safely operate the pump (see age to the hydraulic motor and/or the
Table 1). pump seal.
See Figure 1 for a typical hydraulic schematic for a
If anything on the pump appears to be abnormal, customer‐supplied power source. Consult the fac­
contact your Gorman‐Rupp distributor or the fac­ tory for additional information concerning the ap­
tory to determine the repair or updating policy. Do propriate hydraulic power source.

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Do not use closed‐center valves. Return

flow from the hydraulic motor must be
allowed to return directly to the oil res­
ervoir to enable the pump impeller to
2 gradually slow to a stop. Closed‐center
2 valves will block this flow, causing dam­
age to the hydraulic motor and/or the
pump seal.
4
5
3 Legend
1) 4‐Way Open‐Center Directional Valve
(Must be operated in forward direction
2 only or use check valve (4) to prevent
2 reversing.)
2) Valved Quick Disconnect Coupling
3) Hydraulic Motor Driven
Submersible Pump
4) Check Valve (Recommended)
5) Flow Control (Recommended if hydraulic
flow is greater than flow required by
submersible pump.)
Submersible Pump
Figure 1. Typical Hydraulic Schematic for Customer‐Supplied Power Source
(Including Hydraulic Pump)

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Table 1. Pump and Nominal Hydraulic Power Source Specifications

Min. Max. Max. Min.

Pump Power Source Hydraulic Operating Reservoir
Model Horsepower Output Pressure Capacity
HS8A31-HYD 32 GPM 3000 PSI 45 U.S. Gal
74 (7260 LPH) (211 kg/cm2) (170 L)
HSV4A31-HYD 32 GPM 2900 PSI 45 U.S. Gal
HSV6A31-HYD 60 (7260 LPH) (205 kg/cm ) (170 L)
HSV6B31-HYD
HSV3A1-HYD 10 8 GPM 2500 PSI 4 U.S. Gal
HSV3B31-HYD (1817 LPH) (176 kg/cm ) (15 L)

Lifting

Use lifting and moving equipment with a capacity

of at least 5 times the weight of the pump, not in­ Make sure hydraulic hose connections
cluding the weight of any customer installed ac­ are fully tightened. Hydraulic hoses are
cessories. Customer‐installed equipment such as equipped with check valves in each end.
discharge piping must be removed before at­ Hose connections must be tight to fully
tempting to lift. Refer to the Pump Specification open these check valves. Failure to tighten
Data Sheet or contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company connections can cause excessive hydrau­
for the approximate weight of your pump.
lic pressure, resulting in damage to the hy­
draulic motor and/or other components.

Rotation

Before putting the pump into service, check pump

rotation.
Do not attempt to lift the pump by the hy­
draulic hoses or the piping. Attach proper
lifting equipment to the lifting device fitted
to the pump. If chains or cable are
wrapped around the pump to lift it, make
certain that they are positioned so as not to While checking impeller rotation, secure
damage the pump, and so that the load will the pump to prevent rolling.
be balanced.
Suspend the pump by the lifting handle. Quickly
apply power and note the direction of pump kick­
back. As viewed from the top, the pump should
Hydraulic Power Source Connections kickback in a counterclockwise direction (see
Figure 2); this will indicate that impeller rotation is
correct.
The hydraulic connections on the hoses supplied
with the pump are male and female. The threads If the pump kicks back in a clockwise direction, im­
on these hoses must be kept clean and protected. peller rotation is incorrect. Consult the Mainte­
Be sure hydraulic hoses and connections are nance and Repair manual and make sure pres­
clean before making connections at the pump and sure is supplied to correct port of the hydraulic mo­
power source. Check connections to be sure they tor. Recheck pump kickback; it should now be in a
are tight before starting the power source. counterclockwise direction.

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Positioning the Pump

NOTE
Refer to OPERATION, Section C and perform a test
on dry land before submerging the pump.

This pump is designed to operate fully or partially

submerged. It may also be operated in air for ex­
tended periods.

The pump will operate if positioned on its side, but

this is not recommended because the hydraulic
motor torque could cause the pump to roll during
operation.

The pump should be independently secured and

supported by the lifting device fitted on the pump. If
the application involves a lot of debris, protect the
pump from excessive wear and clogging by sus­
pending it in a perforated barrel or culvert pipe. If
the bottom is heavily sludge‐covered, rest the
DIRECTION OF KICKBACK pump on support blocks or suspend it from a raft or
similar device near the surface of the liquid. See
Figure 2. Kickback Direction (All Models) Figure 2 for typical pump installations.

BY BAIL IN PERFORATED CULVERT PIPE ON SUPPORTS

Figure 3. Typical Pump Installations

PIPING suction strainer to prevent large solids from clog­

ging the impeller. All liquid entering the pump must
No suction piping is required in a standard sub­ pass through the strainer. Any spherical solids
merged application. The pump is provided with a

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which pass through the strainer will pass through For maximum pumping capacity, keep the dis­
the pump. charge as short and straight as possible. Minimize
the use of elbows and fittings which increase fric­
Either hose or rigid pipe may be used for dis­
tion losses through the discharge piping system.
charge piping. To facilitate mobility and mainte­
nance, it is recommended that the discharge line
be fitted with a quick disconnect fitting near the
pump. The discharge line must be independently It is recommended that a check valve or throttling
supported to avoid strain and vibration on the valve be installed in the discharge line to control si­
pump. phoning or back flow when the pump is shut off.

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OPERATION - SECTION C
Review all SAFETY information in Section A. motor must be allowed to return directly
to the oil reservoir to enable the pump
The Gorman‐Rupp Company manufactures a impeller to gradually slow to a stop. Clo­
hydraulic power unit specifically designed to sed‐center valves will block this flow,
power the hydraulic pump. A customer‐ins­
causing damage to the hydraulic motor
talled power source may be used to operate the
and/or the pump seal.
pump; however, since operating procedures
vary with the power source used, the following
STARTING
instructions apply to operation with a Gorman‐
Rupp power unit. Consult the factory for specif­
ic information using a customer‐installed power 1. Position the submersible pump away from per­
source. sonnel for a dry test on land.

2. Refer to the engine operation manual, start the

Refer to the INSTALLATION section of this man­
engine and allow it to warm up for one or two
ual before startup.
minutes. (On units equipped with a 45 gallon
[170 liter] hydraulic tank, adjust engine speed
Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and
to 2300 RPM after warm up.)
decals attached to the power source.
NOTE
If the engine is equipped with a shutdown system,
hold the reset button in until the engine starts and
the engine oil pressure is maintained.
Do not operate an internal combustion
engine in an explosive atmosphere. 3. Turn the hydraulic pressure control valve clock­
When operating internal combustion wise until it stops. This energizes the hydraulic
engines in an enclosed area, make cer­ system.
tain that exhaust fumes are piped to the
outside. These fumes contain carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas that is color­
less, tasteless, and odorless.
Do not use the hydraulic pressure control
valve to regulate hydraulic pressure; this
valve is on/off only.
4. Check the hydraulic submersible pump to be
Never tamper with the governor to gain sure it is operating.
more power. The governor establishes
safe operating limits that should not be 5. Check all connections and the pump hydraulic
exceeded. Consult the factory or the motor for any oil leaks, and correct as required.
power unit specification data sheet for
the maximum continuous operating
speed.

Make sure hydraulic hose connections

are fully tightened. Hydraulic hoses are
equipped with check valves in each end to
If using a customer‐installed power prevent oil from escaping when
source, do not use closed‐center disconnected. Hose connections must be
valves. Return flow from the hydraulic tight to fully open these check valves.
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Failure to tighten connections can cause 170_F (77_C). If the temperature becomes ex­
excessive hydraulic system pressure, cessive, shut down the system and allow the oil
resulting in damage to the hydraulic motor to cool. Check for insufficient oil in the reservoir,
and/or other components. kinked hydraulic hoses, inadequate ventilation
of the reservoir or oil cooler, a clogged return
6. De‐energize the hydraulic system. Connect the line filter (on models equipped with a 45 gallon
discharge hose and install the pump as de­ [170 liter] hydraulic tank, the gauge on the filter
scribed in INSTALLATION, Section B. Energize will read in the red or above 40 PSI), or the sub­
the hydraulic system again and adjust the en­ mersible pump may be running dry for ex­
gine speed to achieve the desired pump out­ tended periods of time.
put.
Low Oil Shutdown
7. If full volume is not required, the engine speed
may be slowed down as necessary to conserve 1. The low oil shutdown switch is mounted on the
fuel. Do not increase engine speed once the front of the hydraulic oil reservoir (on units
factory‐set system operating pressure is equipped with emergency shutdown pack­
achieved. ages). It will shut down the engine in the event
of loss of hydraulic oil to protect against dam­
NOTE age to the system.
Some pump models are equipped with a vented
screw (see the Parts Identification List in the MAIN­ Oil Cooler
TENANCE AND REPAIR MANUAL) which is de­
signed to relieve trapped air in the pump casing. 1. If your hydraulic power unit is equipped with an
The pump will not operate if this trapped air is not engine‐mounted air/oil cooler to cool the hy­
removed. If the pump does not produce flow, de‐ draulic oil, be sure the cooling fins are kept
energize the hydraulic system, remove the pump clean so air can circulate freely through it.
from the wet well or sump, and check to ensure that
the hole in the vented screw is not clogged. System Leaks

1. Check all system components regularly for

OPERATIONAL CHECKS leaks. When checking the relief valve, check the
control valve and tubing. Replace the valve,
Hydraulic Oil Level/Temperature and repair or replace tubing, fittings, oil cooler
or any other components at the first sign of leak­
1. Maintain the hydraulic oil level to the top of the age.
sight glass on the side of the hydraulic reservoir.
STOPPING
2. After initial startup, check the hydraulic oil level
in the reservoir. Filling the hydraulic hoses ini­ 1. To stop the pump, de‐energize the system (turn
tially will cause the level to drop. the control valve counter‐clockwise).

3. During operation, check to be sure the hydrau­ 2. Reduce the engine speed slowly before stop­
lic oil operating temperature never exceeds ping to prevent possible system damage.

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