Perform complete alignment for a vertical correction ............25 Perform complete alignment for a horizontal correction ............. 26 Grout the baseplate ......................26 Piping checklists ........................27 General piping checklist ..................... 27 Suction-piping checklist ...................... 28 Final piping checklist ......................29 Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Parting gasket inspection and replacement ................ 69 Replace the impeller wear rings ..................70 Reassembly .......................... 71 Install the impeller ....................... 71 Bearing housing and bearings installation ................72 Install the rotating element ....................75 Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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LDS group parts list ......................103 XL and XXL group parts list ....................104 Construction details ......................106 Impeller description ......................108 Cross-sectional drawings ....................110 Other Relevant Documentation or Manuals ..............116 Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
ITT representative. Always specify the exact product type and identification code when requesting technical information or spare parts. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow the safety messages and regulations carefully before handling the product. They are published to help prevent these hazards: • Personal accidents and health problems • Damage to the product • Product malfunction Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Handle and dispose of the processed liquid in compliance with applicable environmental regulations. • Clean up all spills in accordance with safety and environmental procedures. • Report all environmental emissions to the appropriate authorities. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Make sure that there are no poisonous gases within the work area. • Make sure that you have quick access to a first-aid kit. • Disconnect and lock out power before servicing. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
The relevance of the ATEX requirements is not limited to Europe. You can apply these guidelines to equipment installed in any potentially explosive atmosphere. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Material damages • Economic losses Warranty claim ITT products are high-quality products with expected reliable operation and long life. However, should the need arise for a warranty claim, then contact your ITT representative. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Support the pump with a sling under the two bearing housings and a sling under the motor end of the baseplate. Pump, base, and motor Attach slings to the baseplate lifting lugs. Use a spreader bar so that the pump is not damaged. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Pump, base, and motor Storage guidelines Pump storage requirements Storage requirements depend on the amount of time that you store the unit. The normal packaging is designed only to protect the unit during shipping. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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You can purchase long-term storage treatment with the initial unit order or you can purchase it and apply it after the units are already in the field. Contact your local ITT sales representative. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Product Description Product Description General Description Product description Model 3420 is a horizontal, centrifugal pump with these characteristics: • Single stage • Double suction • Enclosed impeller Model 3420 uses English dimensions. Casing • The casing is horizontally split. The upper and lower halves are held together with studs and nuts or capscrews.
Nameplate information Important information for ordering Every pump has nameplates that provide information about the pump. The nameplates are located on the casing and the bearing frame. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Rated pump speed, revolutions per minute SER. NO. Serial number of the pump MAX. DSGN. PSI @ 100F Maximum pressure at 100ºF according to the pump design Nameplate on the pump casing using metric units Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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°F (°C) temperature in °F (°C) 842 (450) 700 (372) 572 (300) 530 (277) 392 (200) 350 (177) 275 (135) 235 (113) 212 (100) Option not available 185 (85) Option not available Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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NOTICE: Make sure that the code classifications on the pump are compatible with the specific environment in which you plan to install the equipment. If they are not compatible, do not operate the equipment and contact your ITT representative before you proceed. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Make sure there is a suitable power source available If the pump is motor-driven, then the electrical for the pump driver. characteristics of the power source should be identical to those shown on motor data plate. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• The foundation must be poured to within 1.905 – 3.81 cm | 0.75 – 1.5 in. of the finished height. Sleeve-type bolts Item Description Baseplate Shims Foundation Sleeve Bolt Figure 1: Sleeve type bolts J-type bolts Item Description Baseplate Shims or wedges Foundation Bolt Figure 2: J-type bolts Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
4. Coat the exposed portion of the anchor bolts with a non-bonding compound such as paste wax in order to prevent the grout from adhering to the anchor bolts. Do not use oils or liquid wax. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
1. Mount and fasten the pump on the baseplate. Use applicable bolts. 2. Mount the driver on the baseplate. Use applicable bolts and hand tighten. 3. Install the coupling. See the installation instructions from the coupling manufacturer. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
When dial indicators are used to check the final alignment, the pump and drive unit are correctly aligned when the total indicator runout is a maximum of 0.05 mm | 0.002 in. at operating temperature. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
This indicator is used to measure angular misalignment. 2. Rotate the pump coupling half (X) in order to check that the indicators are in contact with the driver coupling half (Y) but do not bottom out. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
0.05 mm | 0.002 in. as measured at four points 90° apart at the operating temperature. 1. Set the parallel alignment indicator (P) to zero at the top-center position (12 o’clock) of the driver coupling half (Y). Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
2. Rotate the indicators to the bottom-center position (6 o’clock). 3. Record the indicator readings. 4. Make corrections according to the separate instructions for angular and parallel alignment until you obtain the permitted reading values. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Puddle with a vibrator. • Pump the grout into place. 5. Allow the grout to set. Item Description Baseplate Shims or wedges Grout Foundation Sleeve Bolt Figure 3: Pour grout into baseplate Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Flange loads from the piping system, including those from the thermal expansion of the piping, must not exceed the limits of the pump. Casing deformation can result in contact with rotating parts, which can result in excess heat generation, sparks, and premature failure. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Check that the eccentric reducer at the suction flange of the pump has the following properties: • Sloping side down • Horizontal side at the top Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Check that the shaft rotates smoothly. Rotate the shaft by hand. Make sure there is no rubbing that can lead to excess heat generation or sparks. Re-check the alignment to make sure If pipe strain exists, then correct the piping. that pipe strain has not caused any misalignment. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Flush and clean the system thoroughly to remove dirt or debris in the pipe system in order to prevent premature failure at initial startup. • Bring variable-speed drivers to the rated speed as quickly as possible. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Running a pump without safety devices exposes operators to risk of serious personal injury or death. Never operate a unit unless appropriate safety devices (guards, etc.) are properly installed. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Replace the coupling hub (if removed) and the spacer portion of the coupling. Refer to the instructions from the coupling manufacturer for assistance. Complete any coupling adjustments before you proceed with the coupling guard assembly. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Item Description Pump half of the coupling guard Annular groove Deflector fan guard Driver Figure 6: Coupling guard Item Description Coupling guard half Annular groove Pump end plate Driver Figure 7: Coupling guard Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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4. Place a second washer over the exposed end of the bolt. 5. Thread a nut onto the exposed end of the bolt and tighten firmly. This figure shows the proper sequence of components: Item Description Washer Bolt This figure shows an assembled unit: Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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6. Slightly spread the opening of the remaining coupling guard half and place it over the installed coupling guard half so that the annular groove in the remaining coupling guard half faces the driver. Item Description Annular groove Coupling guard half Driver Figure 10: Coupling guard Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Slide to fit Figure 12: Slide to fit 10. Repeat Steps (page 34) through #InstallTheCouplingGuard/ThreadBolt (page ) for the center slots in the coupling guard. 11. Firmly tighten all nuts on the guard assembly. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
180°F, refer to the table for temperature requirements. Temperature Oil requirement Bearing temperatures exceed 82°C | 180°F Use ISO viscosity grade 100. Bearing temperatures are generally about 11°C | 20°F higher than bear- ing-housing outer surface temperatures. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Place your thumb over the reservoir spout. Invert and insert the spout into the internal threaded boss on the main body. e) Tighten reservoir. Do not over-tighten. Verify that proper oil level is maintained per the following diagram. Oiler bottle needs to be filled several times. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
-15°C to 110°C | 5°F to 230°F Use a lithium-based mineral-oil grease with a con- sistency of NLGI 2. Exceed 177°C | 350°F Use a high-temperature grease. Mineral-oil greases should have oxidation stabilizers and a consistency of NGLI 3. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
15 psi greater than the seal chamber pressure. The injection rate must be 2 to 8 lpm | 0.5 to 2 gpm. Other You can use other methods that employ multiple gland or seal chamber connections. Refer to the mechanical seal reference drawing and piping diagrams. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
1. Carefully clean the stuffing-box bore . 2. Twist the packing enough to get it around the shaft. Figure 15: Packing rings and lantern rings Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Prime with the suction supply above the pump When the pump is installed as this figure shows, the pump primes itself: Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Method Parts list Method A: Outside supply 1. From outside supply 2. Shutoff valve 3. Vent plug 4. Discharge gate valve 5. Foot valve Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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4. For method B, close the valve in the priming line and shut off the priming pump. 5. For methods A and C, replace the vent plugs or close the vent valves, and then close the valve in the priming supply line. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Risk of equipment damage on pure or purge-oil mist-lubricated units. Remove the viewing port plugs to verify that oil mist is flowing properly. Reinstall the plugs after confirming. Before you start the pump, you must perform these tasks: • Open the suction valve. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Do not expose an idle pump to freezing conditions. Drain all liquid that is inside the pump and any auxiliary equipment. Failure to do so can cause liquid to freeze and damage the pump. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Proper personal protective equipment should be worn. Pumpage must be handled and disposed of in conformance with applicable environmental regulations. 1. Slowly close the discharge valve. 2. Shut down and lock out the driver to prevent accidental rotation. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
See Remove the coupling guard in the Maintenance chapter. 4. Check the alignment while the unit is still hot. See Pump-to-driver alignment in the Installation chapter. 5. Reinstall the coupling guard. 6. Restart the pump and driver. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Check the pump power. If the pump performance does not satisfy your process requirements, and the process requirements have not changed, then perform these steps: 1. Disassemble the pump. 2. Inspect it. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Do not expose an idle pump to freezing conditions. Drain all liquid that is inside the pump and any auxiliary equipment. Failure to do so can cause liquid to freeze and damage the pump. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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During operation, bullseye sight gives a false oil level reading. Shown is general schematic. Oil level is below outer race of bearing. 1. Plug 2. Reservoir 3. Main body Figure 17: Checking oil level Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Remove the ball bearings 1. Square the puller bar with the end of the shaft. The bar must be square at all times in order to keep even pressure on the outer circumference of the bearing. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
2. Slide the adapter sleeves and bearings off of the shaft and protect them from contamina- tion. 3. Unscrew the adapter removal nut and store it for future use. Mechanical-seal maintenance WARNING: The mechanical seal used in an Ex-classified environment must be properly certified. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Never over-tighten packing to the point where less than one drop per second is observed. Over-tightening can cause excessive wear and power consumption during operation. If you cannot tighten the packing to obtain less than the specified leakage rate, then replace the packing. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Remove the gland nuts (355) and slide the glands (107) away from the stuffing boxes. Conventional me- Remove the gland nuts (355) and slide the gland and the stationary seat chanical seal away from the seal chamber. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Slightly spread the bottom apart. b) Lift upwards. Item Description Annular groove Coupling guard half Driver 5. Remove the remaining nut, bolt, and washers from the pump half of the coupling guard. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
4. Remove the upper half of the casing evenly using the lifting lugs. Make sure adequate clearance is available in order to remove the upper half. Use care in order to prevent any tears to the casing gasket. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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18 x 20-24 38 (965) 24 x 30-32 45 (1143) 30 x 30-31 51 (1288) 30 x 30-38 53 (1353) 20 x 30-42 70 (1778) 30 x 36-42 62 (1575) 36x42-52 76 (1930) Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Make sure all stationary parts of the rotating element are loose before you remove the rotating element. c) Rotate the casing wearing rings (127) 180° in order to disengage the tongue and groove locks. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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(page 52) for more information. Save the bearings for inspection. 11. Slide the bearing end covers (109) and labyrinth seals (333A) off of the shaft. Press the labyrinth seals out of the end covers from the inside using a properly-sized arbor. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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4. Rotate the casing wearing rings (127), stuffing box bushings (125), and the bearing housings (134A) 180° to disengage the tongue and groove locks. 5. Remove the element and place it on padded supports. 6. Slide the casing rings off the rotating element. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Remove the bearing housing and bearings for the L group Table 6: L group - 24 x 30-32 Figure 27: Ring oil, radial Figure 26: Ring oil, thrust Figure 29: Grease, radial Figure 28: Grease, thrust Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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• For oil lubrication, loosen the setscrews (363B) in the oil throwers (248) and slide the oil throwers off of the shaft. • For grease lubrication, slide the deflectors (123) off of the shaft. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Table 7: LDS and XL groups - 30 x 30-31, 30 x 30-38, 30 x 36-42, 36 x 42-52 Figure 31: LDS ring oil, radial Figure 30: LDS ring oil, thrust Figure 32: LDS grease, thrust Figure 33: LDS grease, radial Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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3. Place the sling in position and remove the rotating element: a) Adjust the sling tension in order to take weight off of the rotating element. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
5. Carefully slide the sleeves (126) off of the shaft. Discard the impeller O-rings (412A). If the pump has conventional mechanical seals, then the stuffing box bushings and the rotary elements of the mechanical seals are still mounted to the sleeves. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Gaskets, O-rings, and seats replacement WARNING: Risk of death or serious injury. Leaking fluid can cause fire and/or burns. Replace all gaskets and O-rings at each overhaul or disassembly. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
• Make sure that the O-ring groove is in good condition. • Check the diametrical clearance between the sleeve and the stuffing box bushing. Replace the sleeve and/or stuffing box if the clearance is more than 0.030 in. (0.762 mm). Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
For pumps with mechanical seals, cut the gasket approximately 0.25 in (6.35 mm) long at the face of the stuffing box. Then trim the excess to a perfect fit after the pump casing is assembled. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Replacement impeller wear rings are supplied 0.020 - 0.030 in. (0.508 - 0.762 mm) oversized and must be turned to size after you mount them on the impeller. SX and MX size rings are supplied turned to the finished diameter. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
2. Carefully slide the seal glands with the stationary seats and the gland gaskets on the shaft. Cartridge mechanical Carefully slide the cartridge unit on the sleeve. seal Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Slide both oil throwers (248) on the shaft (122). Grease Slide both deflectors (248) on the shaft (122). 2. For grease-lubricated pumps, install the grease seals (333) in the bearing housings (134A) using a properly-sized arbor. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Bolt the oil ring housings (515 and 515A) to the bearing housings (134 and 134A) using capscrews (371T). b) Place the oil rings (114) in the grooves on the oil ring sleeve. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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Verify that the minimum clearance is not less than the value given in the table. Rotate the bearing through 90° increments and verify the clearance in a few positions. 7. Bend a tang of the lockwasher into a locknut groove. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
1. Bolt the thrust end of the bearing housing to the casing using the bearing housing-to-casing capscrews (372U). 2. Tighten the capscrews to the torque values shown in the Bolt torque values table. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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15. For grease-lubricated pumps, slide the deflectors (123) to within 0.0312 in. (0.792 mm) of the bearing end covers or adapters. 16. Tighten the setscrews (364). 17. Repack the stuffing box and replace the gland assembly. 18. Install all auxiliary piping. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
The suction or discharge piping is not Anchor the piping according the recom- anchored or properly supported. mendations in the Hydraulic Institute Standards Manual. The pump is cavitating. Locate and correct the system problem. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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The packing is too tight. Readjust the packing. Replace the pack- ing if it is worn. Rotating parts are binding. Make sure that there are proper clear- ances for the internal wearing parts. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
109A Bearing end cover A48 Class 25B Bearing cap, grease A48 Class 30B 111A Bearing cap A48 Class 30B 113A Breather Steel Oil ring B584 C87500 Bearing end cover, A48 Class 25B grease Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Bearing cap A48 Class 25B 113A Breather Steel Oil ring B584 C87500 119A Bearing end cover A48 Class 25B 119B Bearing end cover A48 Class 25B Shaft A322 GR 4340 A276 Type 316 Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
(157.48 cm) (139.70 cm) Maximum shaft HP/100 Maximum to- 175 psi 150 psi 200 psi 150 psi 200 psi tal working pressure Hydrotest 263 psi 225 psi 300 psi 225 psi 300 psi pressure Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
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72.50 in. (184.15 cm) 80.19 in. (203.68 76.12 in. (193.34 94.65 in. (240.41 Maximum shaft HP/100 rpm Maximum total 150 psi 125 psi 150 psi working pressure Hydrotest pres- 225 psi 188 psi 225 psi sure Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...
Other Relevant Documentation or Manuals Other Relevant Documentation or Manuals For additional documentation For any other relevant documentation or manuals, contact your ITT representative. Model 3420 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...