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OM‐00636‐03 April 10 1980 Rev. C 12‐10‐2013 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST 10 SERIES PUMP MODEL 13A9‐B THE GORMAN‐RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO www.grpumps.com GORMAN‐RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. 1980 The Gorman‐Rupp Company...
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Register your new Gorman‐Rupp pump online at www.grpumps.com 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: Serial Number:...
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY SECTION A...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SECTION E ....PAGE E - 1 STANDARD PERFORMANCE CURVE ........PAGE E - 1 PARTS LIST: Pump Model...
This pump is a 10 Series, semi‐open impeller, self‐ priming centrifugal model with a suction check valve. The pump is designed for handling corrosive liquids containing specified entrained solids, resi...
10 SERIES OM-00636 SAFETY ‐ SECTION A This information applies to 10 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 corro...
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OM-00636 10 SERIES Do not remove plates, covers, gauges, This pump is designed to pump materi pipe plugs, or fittings from an over als which could cause serious illness or heated pump. Vapor pressure within the injury through direct exposure or pump can cause parts being disen...
10 SERIES OM-00636 INSTALLATION - SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. specific application. Since the pressure supplied to the pump is critical to performance and safety, Since pump installations are seldom identical, this be sure to limit the incoming pressure to 50% of the...
OM-00636 10 SERIES PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION POSITIONING PUMP Lifting The pump assembly was inspected and tested be fore shipment from the factory. Before installation, inspect the pump for damage which may have oc curred during shipment. Check as follows: a. Inspect the pump for cracks, dents, damaged Death or serious personal injury and threads, and other obvious damage.
10 SERIES OM-00636 Installation closer to the pump may result in erratic SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING readings. Pump performance is adversely effected by in SUCTION LINES creased suction lift, discharge elevation, and fric tion losses. See the performance curve on Page To avoid air pockets which could affect pump prim...
OM-00636 10 SERIES Suction Lines In Sumps of one or both pumps. To avoid this, position the suction inlets so that they are separated by a dis If a single suction line is installed in a sump, it tance equal to at least 3 times the diameter of the should be positioned away from the wall of the suction pipe.
10 SERIES OM-00636 DISCHARGE LINES NOTE The bypass line should be sized so that it does not affect pump discharge capacity; however, the by pass line should be at least 1 inch (25,4 mm) in di Siphoning ameter to minimize the chance of plugging.
OM-00636 10 SERIES matic air release valve in a below‐ground moving the plug to prevent injury to per lift station), if a manual shut‐off valve is in sonnel from hot liquid. stalled anywhere in a bypass line, it must be a full‐opening, ball‐type valve to pre...
10 SERIES OM-00636 DISCHARGE PIPE CLEAN‐OUT COVER INSTALL AIR RELEASE VALVE IN HORIZONTAL POSITION DISCHARGE CHECK VALVE 90_ LONG RADIUS ELBOW SUPPORT PUMP DISCHARGE BRACKET SELF‐PRIMING CENTRIFUGAL PUMP BLEED LINE 1” (25,4 MM) DIA. MIN. (CUSTOMER FUR NISHED) DO NOT EX...
OM-00636 10 SERIES When checking alignment, disconnect the power source to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative. Adjusting the alignment in one direction Figure 4B. Alignment of V‐Belt Driven Pumps may alter the alignment in another direc tion. Check each procedure after altering Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge alignment.
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10 SERIES OM-00636 excessive power loss and possible bearing failure. Belt Span Select pulleys that will match the proper speed ra tio; overspeeding the pump may damage both pump and power source. Deflection Do not operate the pump without the guard in place over the rotating parts.
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OM-00636 10 SERIES Table 1. Sheave Diameter (Inches) Table 2. Sheave Diameter (Millimeters) Deflection Force (Lbs.) Deflection Force (KG.) Belt Deflection Force Belt Deflection Force Uncogged Cogged Uncogged Cogged Hy‐T Belts & Torque‐Flex Hy‐T Belts & Torque‐Flex Uncogged & Machined Uncogged &...
OM-00636 10 SERIES OPERATION - SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Add liquid to the pump casing when: 1. The pump is being put into service for the Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and first time.
OM-00636 10 SERIES Consult the operating manual furnished with the Leakage pump power source before attempting to start the No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur power source. faces, or at pump connections or fittings. Keep all line connections and fittings tight to maintain maxi...
OM-00636 10 SERIES Block the suction line and start the pump. At oper normal for bearings, and they can operate safely to ating speed the pump should pull a vacuum of 20 at least 180_F (82_C). inches (508,0 mm) or more of mercury. If it does Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu...
10 SERIES OM-00636 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. Disconnect or lock out the power source to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative.
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OM-00636 10 SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY PUMP STOPS OR Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket. Check pump vacuum. Replace FAILS TO DELIVER leaking or worn seal or gasket. RATED FLOW OR Impeller clogged. Free impeller of debris.
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10 SERIES OM-00636 equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE tions can indicate problems that can be corrected Since pump applications are seldom identical, and before system damage or catastrophic failure oc pump wear is directly affected by such things as curs.
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10 SERIES OM-00636 PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ‐ SECTION E MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK OPERATING PERFORMANCE. STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL 13A9-B Based on 70_F (21_C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per...
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OM-00636 10 SERIES SECTION DRAWING PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model 13A9-B PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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10 SERIES OM-00636 PARTS LIST Pump Model 13A9-B (From S/N 733170 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...
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OM-00636 10 SERIES PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY 3. Allow the pump to completely cool if overheated. AND REASSEMBLY 4. Check the temperature before opening any covers, plates, or Review all SAFETY information in Section A. plugs. 5. Close the suction and discharge Follow the instructions on all tags, label and de...
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10 SERIES OM-00636 Back Cover Removal Turn Counterclockwise The wear plate (40) is easily accessible and may be serviced by removing the back cover assembly (44). Loosen the clamp bar screw (50) and remove the clamp bar (49). Pull the back cover and wear plate from the pump casing.
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OM-00636 10 SERIES Clean the pedestal, shaft and all component parts (except the bearings) with a soft cloth soaked in cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for wear or dam age and replace as necessary. Shaft and bearing disassembly in the field is not recommended.
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10 SERIES OM-00636 position the bearings on the shaft until fully seated against the shaft shoulders. To prevent damage during removal from the shaft, it is recommended that bearings be cleaned and inspected in place. It is When installing the bearings onto the...
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OM-00636 10 SERIES Install the slinger ring (18) on the shaft. failure. If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer gency, carefully wash all metallic parts in fresh Lubricate the pedestal as indicated in LUBRICA cleaning solvent and allow to dry thoroughly.
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10 SERIES OM-00636 SEALING DISC SEAL CLAMP WEDGE SPRING IMPELLER GASKETS IMPELLER SHAFT SHAFT SLEEVE IMPELLER STATIONARY SHIMS SEAT RETAINER ROTATING ELEMENT SEAL PLATE Figure 3. Seal Assembly Slide the rotating portion of the seal onto the lubri cated shaft sleeve to the dimension (or scribed line) noted during disassembly.
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OM-00636 10 SERIES Pump Casing Installation should be just tight enough to seal the back cover shoulder. Remove the hardware temporarily securing the seal plate to the pedestal. Install the same thick ness of pump casing gaskets (12) as previously re...
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10 SERIES OM-00636 LUBRICATION cant regularly for evidence of rust or mois ture condensation. This is especially im portant in areas where variable hot and Bearings cold temperatures are common. The pedestal was fully lubricated when shipped For cold weather operation, consult the factory or a from the factory.
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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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