Baseplate-Mounting Procedures; Prepare The Baseplate For Mounting - Goulds Pumps 3700 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

• The foundation must weigh between two and three times the weight of the pump.
• Provide a flat, substantial concrete foundation in order to prevent strain and distortion
when you tighten the foundation bolts.
Sleeve-type bolts
1. Baseplate
2. Shims or wedges
3. Foundation
4. Sleeve
5. Dam
6. Bolt
Figure 10: Sleeve type bolts
J-type bolts
1. Baseplate
2. Shims or wedges
3. Foundation
4. Dam
5. Bolt
Figure 11: J-type bolts

Baseplate-mounting procedures

Prepare the baseplate for mounting

This procedure assumes you have a basic knowledge of baseplate and foundation design and
installation methods. Follow industry-standard procedures, such as API RP 686/ PIP REIE 686,
or this procedure before you grout the baseplate.
1. Make sure that all baseplate surfaces that will contact grout are free from contamination
such as rust, oil, and grime.
2. Thoroughly clean all baseplate surfaces that will come in contact with grout.
Make sure to use a cleaner that will not leave residue.
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