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OM-01928-03
August 9, 1983
Rev. M 06-13-08
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
T SERIES PUMPS
MODELS
T4A60-B
INCLUDING: /F
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO
www.grpumps.com
D
GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED
ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA
Printed in U.S.A.
e
1983 The Gorman-Rupp Company

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  • Page 1 Rev. M 06-13-08 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST T SERIES PUMPS MODELS T4A60-B INCLUDING: /F THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO www.grpumps.com GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. 1983 The Gorman-Rupp Company...
  • Page 2 Valid serial number and e-mail address required. RECORD YOUR PUMP MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER Please record your pump model and serial number in the spaces provided below. Your Gorman-Rupp distributor needs this information when you require parts or service. Pump Model:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I −...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING − SECTION D ......PAGE D − 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Gor- to those which could be dangerous to personnel: man-Rupp pump. This pump is a T Series, semi-open impeller, self- priming centrifugal model with a suction check valve. The pump is designed for handling mild in- dustrial corrosives, residues and slurries contain- ing large entrained solids.

  • Page 6: Safety − Section A

    T SERIES OM−01928 SAFETY − SECTION A This information applies to T 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 mild...
  • Page 7 T SERIES OM−01928 to a boil, build pressure, and cause the an overheated pump unit. Vapor pres- pump casing to rupture or explode. sure within the pump casing can eject these parts with great force when they are disengaged. Allow the pump to completely cool before servicing it.

  • Page 8: Installation − Section Bpage B

    For further assistance, contact your Gorman-Rupp Most of the information pertains to a standard distributor or the Gorman-Rupp Company. static lift application where the pump is posi- tioned above the free level of liquid to be pumped.

  • Page 9: Preinstallation Inspection

    If the maximum shelf life has been exceeded, or if anything appears to be abnormal, contact your Gorman-Rupp distributor or the factory to deter- Materials mine the repair or updating policy. Do not put the pump into service until appropriate action has Either pipe or hose maybe used for suction and been taken.

  • Page 10: Line Configuration

    T SERIES OM−01928 compatible with the liquid being pumped. If hose is Fittings used in suction lines, it must be the rigid-wall, rein- Suction lines should be the same size as the pump forced type to prevent collapse under suction. Us- inlet.

  • Page 11: Suction Line Positioning

    OM−01928 T SERIES If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc- Suction Line Positioning tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the The depth of submergence of the suction line is suction inlet at a distance 1 1/2 times the diameter critical to efficient pump operation.

  • Page 12: Bypass Lines

    If the application involves a high discharge overall pumping efficiency. Therefore, it is recom- head, gradually close the discharge mended that a Gorman-Rupp Automatic Air Re- throttling valve before stopping the pump. lease Valve be installed in the bypass line.

  • Page 13: Automatic Air Release Valve

    If piping is used for the bleed line, avoid fold pipe. Contact your Gorman-Rupp distributor or the use of elbows whenever possible. the Gorman-Rupp Company for information about...

  • Page 14: Alignment

    Figure 4A. Aligning Spider-Type Couplings Align non-spider type couplings by using a feeler When mounted at the Gorman-Rupp factory, driver gauge or taper gauge between the coupling halves and pump are aligned before shipment. Misalign- every 90_. The coupling is in alignment when the ment will occur in transit and handling.

  • Page 15: Drive Belt Tensioning

    OM−01928 T SERIES tems using two or more belts, make certain that the belts are a matched set; unmatched sets will cause accelerated belt wear. Do not operate the pump without the guard in place over the rotating parts exposed rotating parts can catch cloth- ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in- jury to personnel.

  • Page 16: Operation − Section C

    OM−01928 T SERIES OPERATION − SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. 1. The pump is being put into service for the first time. Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and de- 2. The pump has not been used for a consider- cals attached to the pump.

  • Page 17: Operation

    Lines With a Bypass The maximum liquid temperature for this pump is If a Gorman-Rupp Automatic Air Release Valve has 160_ F (71_ C). Do not apply it at a higher operat- been installed, the valve will automatically open to ing temperature.

  • Page 18: Strainer Check

    OM−01928 T SERIES Strainer Check If a suction strainer has been shipped with the pump or installed by the user, check the strainer If the application involves a high discharge regularly, and clean it as necessary. The strainer head, gradually close the discharge should also be checked if pump flow rate begins to throttling valve before stopping the pump.
  • Page 19 OM−01928 T SERIES curately by placing a contact-type thermometer AND REPAIR). Bearing overheating can also be against the housing. Record this temperature for caused by shaft misalignment and/or excessive vi- future reference. bration. A sudden increase in bearing temperature is a...
  • Page 20 T SERIES OM−01928 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. Lock out or disconnect the power source to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative.
  • Page 21 OM−01928 T SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY Air leak in suction line. Correct leak. PUMP STOPS OR FAILS TO DELIVER Lining of suction hose collapsed. Replace suction hose. RATED FLOW OR PRESSURE Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket.
  • Page 22 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.
  • Page 23 OM−01928 T SERIES Preventive Maintenance Schedule Service Interval* Item Daily Weekly Monthly Semi- Annually Annually General Condition (Temperature, Unusual Noises or Vibrations, Cracks, Leaks, Loose Hardware, Etc.) Pump Performance (Gauges, Speed, Flow) Bearing Lubrication Seal Lubrication (And Packing Adjustment, If So Equipped)
  • Page 24 OPERATING PERFORMANCE. STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL T4A60-B, Including /F Based on 70_ F (21_ C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman-Rupp Company to verify per- formance or part numbers. with minimum suction lift. Since pump installations are seldom identical, your performance may be dif- ferent due to such factors as viscosity, specific gravity, elevation, temperature, and impeller trim.
  • Page 25 OM−01928 T SERIES SECTION DRAWING PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model T4A60−B, Including /F PAGE E − 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 26 PARTS LIST Pump Model T4A60−B, Including /F (From S/N 789231 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 NAME PART MAT’L...
  • Page 27 OM−01928 T SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 2. 44163−048 Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E − 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 28 OM−01928 T SERIES PARTS LIST 44163−048 Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE INSTRUCTION TAG 6588U −−− IMPELLER 10528 11000 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46513−151 −−− OPTIONAL: SEAL PLATE GASKET 10959G 20000...
  • Page 29 OM−01928 T SERIES PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY 2. Disconnect or lock out the power source to ensure that the pump will AND REASSEMBLY remain inoperative. 3. Allow the pump to completely cool Review all SAFETY information in Section A. if overheated.
  • Page 30 T SERIES OM−01928 Individual parts are not sold separately. wise direction (when facing the drive end of the shaft). Use caution not to damage the shaft or key- way. When the impeller breaks loose, remove the lathe dog and wood block.
  • Page 31 OM−01928 T SERIES Impeller Removal should be performed only in a properly- equipped shop by qualified personnel. (Figure 2) Remove the bearing housing drain plug (19) and With the rotating assembly removed from the drain the lubricant. Clean and reinstall the drain pump casing, unscrew the impeller from the shaft.
  • Page 32 T SERIES OM−01928 ly shorten bearing life. DO NOT spin dry bearings. This may scratch the balls or races and cause premature bearing fail- ure. To prevent damage during removal from the shaft, it is recommended that bearings Rotate the bearings by hand to check for rough- be cleaned and inspected in place.
  • Page 33 OM−01928 T SERIES Seal Installation shaft, never press or hit against the outer race, balls, or ball cage. Press only on the (Figures 2, 5, 6 and 7) inner race. Secure the outboard bearing on the shaft with the bearing retaining ring (20).
  • Page 34 T SERIES OM−01928 RETAINER SEAL PLATE SPRING O-RINGS IMPELLER SLEEVE O-RING IMPELLER SHIMS IMPELLER SHAFT INTEGRAL SHAFT ROTATING STATIONARY SLEEVE BELLOWS ELEMENT ELEMENT SHEAR RING SPRING CENTERING (SHEARED) WASHER STATIONARY DRIVE BAND SEAT Figure 5. 46513−151 Cartridge Seal Assembly the mylar storage tabs from between the seal faces.
  • Page 35 OM−01928 T SERIES proper clearance as described in Impeller Instal- O-RING ENGAGED WITH SEAL PLATE lation and Adjustment. BORE If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer- gency, carefully separate the rotating and station- ary seal faces from the bellows retainer and sta- tionary seat.
  • Page 36 T SERIES OM−01928 Slide the rotating portion of the seal (consisting of gauge. the integral shaft sleeve, spring centering washer, spring, bellows and retainer, and rotating element) NOTE onto the shaft until the seal faces contact. Proceed with Rotating Assembly Installation be-...
  • Page 37 Never NOTE replace this valve with a substitute which has not If the suction or discharge flanges were removed, been specified or provided by the Gorman-Rupp replace the respective gaskets, apply ‘Permatex Company. Aviation No. 3 Form-A-Gasket’ or equivalent com-...
  • Page 38 T SERIES OM−01928 the middle of the gauge. When lubrication is re- ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in- quired, add SAE No. 30 non-detergent oil through jury to personnel. the hole for the air vent (8). Do not over-lubricate.
  • Page 39 For U.S. and International Warranty Information, Please Visit www.grpumps.com/warranty or call: U.S.: 419−755−1280 International: +1−419−755−1352 For Canadian Warranty Information, Please Visit www.grcanada.com/warranty or call: 519−631−2870 THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA...

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