Install And Tension The Belt - Goulds Pumps JC Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

1. Mount and fasten the pump on the pedestal spacer, foundation, or baseplate as applicable.
2. For a motor that is mounted overhead, install the overhead motor mount.
3. For a motor that is mounted to the side of the pump, fasten the motor slide base on the
4. Mount the driver on the overhead motor mount or slide base, as applicable. Use
5. Install the v-belt drive bushings and sheaves. See the installation instructions from the v-
After the v-belt drive bushings and sheaves are installed, check the sheave alignment using a
straight edge as shown in the following diagram.
1. Straight edge
2. Incorrect
3. Correct
Figure 4: Sheave alignment
NOTICE:
Make sure that the sheaves are properly aligned. Proper alignment is necessary to guarantee
the correct power transmission and speed ratio, and ensures minimum vibration and long drive
life.

Install and tension the belt

1. After alignment of the sheaves, reduce the center distance between the pump and motor
2. After the belts are seated in the sheave grooves, increase the center distance between the
Model JC Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions
Use appropriate hardware.
baseplate or pump. Fasten the motor slide base on the baseplate or foundation, as
applicable. Use appropriate hardware.
appropriate hardware.
belt drive manufacturer.
shafts so that the belts can be easily mounted into the sheave grooves.
For...
Overhead mounted motors
Side mounted motors
Make sure that the center distance between the pump and motor shaft is reduced to the
point where the belts can be put on the sheaves without the use of force. Never roll or pry
the belts into place, as this could damage the belt cords.
pump and motor shafts to tension the belts.
Reduce the center distance by...
Adjusting the leveling nuts
Adjusting the motor slide base
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