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B4ZRKS
293 WRIGHT STREET, DELAVAN, WI 53115 WWW.bERkELEyPumPS.COm
PH: 888-782-7483
© 2014 Pentair Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
B3TRKS
For best possible performance and continuous, satisfactory operation,
read these instructions before installing your new pump.
Should service be required, this manual can be a valuable guide.
It should be kept near the installation for ready reference.
Record nameplate data from pump on blank nameplate inside this
manual for future reference.
Self Prime Frame Mounted
Belt Driven/Hydraulic Drive
B2ZRKL
IMPORTANT
OWNER'S MANUAL
Centrifugal Pump
Direct Coupling Drive/
B2XRKS
F00633 (03/27/14)
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- Page 1 It should be kept near the installation for ready reference. Record nameplate data from pump on blank nameplate inside this manual for future reference. 293 WRIGHT STREET, DELAVAN, WI 53115 WWW.bERkELEyPumPS.COm PH: 888-782-7483 F00633 (03/27/14) © 2014 Pentair Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
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Page 2: General Information
Safety First General Information Pump Location General Safety READ AND FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! Do not allow pump, piping, or any other system component containing water to freeze. Freezing may This is the safety alert symbol. When you see damage system, leading to injury or flooding. Allowing this symbol on your pump or in this manual, look pump or system components to freeze will void for one of the following signal words and be alert to the... - Page 3 Installation General Information EXAMPLE NPSHR NPSHA ONLY NPSHR at this point NPSHR at this point = 8 Feet = 9 Feet B4ZRKS 9.5 Feet total friction loss @ 450 Gallons per minute. 10.5 Feet total friction loss @ 550 Gallons per minute. 450 GPM 550 GPM Static Lift = 9.0 Feet...
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Page 4: Pump Foundation
Installation Pump Foundation Typical Installations • There are several types of permanent pump/ foundation installations in use. Those pictured above are typical. • If grout is used, top of concrete should be left rough to provide a good bonding surface. • Foundation should slope away from pump to prevent liquid from pooling. Page 4 F00633... - Page 5 Installation Direct Coupling Drive Shaft Alignment Table I Distance from Centerline Maximum Allowable T.I.R. Straight Edge 1.00 inch 0.035 inches 2.00 inches 0.070 inches 3.00 inches 0.105 inches 4.00 inches 0.140 inches Centerline Fine Alignment Caliper "B" Parallel "A" Angular Course Alignment be concentric when checked with a straight edge.
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Page 6: Belt Drive
Installation Belt Drive Alignment/Proper Belt Tension Incorrect Incorrect Centerline - A of each shaft and pulley must Centerline - B represents center of belt and be parallel for proper alignment. pulley.This centerline must be straight for proper alignment. Centerline Centerline ALIGNMENT NOTICE: Belts must be tight enough to prevent slip- 2113 1095... - Page 7 Installation Electric Motor / Hydraulic Motor Minimum recommended components to protect your pump during operation. Check all local electrical codes Minimum recommended components to protect your pump during prior to installation. Incoming Power 1. Contactor operation. Check all local electrical codes prior to installation. 2.
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Page 8: Suction Connection
Installation Suction Connection Suction Lift Pump driven by remote Short length of straight pipe after reducer. power source, direct coupling ( 2 times pipe diameter minimum ) or pulley/belt connection. Suction Gauge Straight run, short as possible but at least 6 times pipe diameter ("D") after elbow to stabilize flow. - Page 9 Installation Suction Connection Suction Lift Do not use Concentric Reducer causes high spots Concentric along the suction line resulting in air pockets. Reducer. Do not install valves in suction line. No support or uneven mounting not recommended. Unsupported pipe causes excessive stress on pump and fittings.
- Page 10 Installation Suction Connection When Flooded Suction Exists Water under pressure Pump driven by remote Maintain minumum power source, direct liquid level to prevent Short run of straight pipe after coupling or pulley/belt vortexing. reducer (2 times pipe diameter). connection. Eccentric Reducer flat side up. Suction Gauge Isolation Valve...
- Page 11 Installation Suction Connection When Flooded Suction Exists Water under Inverted Eccentric Reducer pressure may result in air pocket. Valve in upward position may trap air. Do not leave valve partially closed. Check Valve in suction pipe not needed. Unsupported pipe causes excessive stress on pump and fittings.
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Page 12: Discharge Connection
Installation Discharge Connection Non-Slam or spring loaded check valve. Isolation valve to permit servicing of check valve or pump. • Use pipe, tubing or reinforced hose to make dis- • Use gate, ball, or butterfly valve for isolation. Valve charge connection. Material selected must have should be full open during operation. - Page 13 Installation Discharge Connection Do not use Gate Valve to throttle flow. Avoid abrupt change in pipe size. ot leave unsupported. • Avoid excess friction loss caused by numerous fittings, insufficient pipe diameter, and sharp turns in pipe run. • Swing type check valves can permit build-up of reverse velocity before closing causing hydraulic shock or “water hammer.”...
- Page 14 Start-up General Information CHECk ROTATION: open at start-up and allow pump to evacuate air from the suction line. After several minutes of operation, Before pump is put into operation, rotational direction pump will be fully primed and pumping water. Priming must be checked to assure proper performance of time will vary, depending on length and diameter of pump.
- Page 15 Maintenance General Information LUBRICATION: Bearings will run hotter for a brief run-in period after packing which is normal. However, worn bearings LIQUID END of pump requires no lubrication. Wear will cause excessive temperatures and need to be rings, packing rings, and models using a mechanical replaced.
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Page 16: Packing Ring Replacement
Maintenance Packing Ring Replacement Removal Packing Hooks Packing Gland Shaft Packing Ring 2 x Scale 2239 0196 • Unfasten hardware holding Packing gland in place • Slide Lantern Ring (if used) back to expose any and slide back on shaft to expose packing rings. remaining rings, including metallic. -
Page 17: General Pump Care
Maintenance General Pump Care ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WINTERIzING A well maintained pumping system will extend the life of If pump is to be out of service for an extended period of the unit and will require fewer repairs. This means less time, such as the winter months, the following storage down time which can be very critical when a constant procedures should be followed. - Page 18 Pump Nomenclature General Information ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS: Locate the Berkeley nameplate on the pump, plate is normally on the bearing bracket. Information found on this plate is shown below. To be sure of receiving correct parts, provide all nameplate data when ordering. The BM (Bill of Material) number is most important.
- Page 19 Pump Nomenclature Self Prime Bearing Frame Parts Breakdown Outboard Bearing Bearing Spacer Outer Bearing Inboard Bearing Bearing Bearing Bearing Lock Lock- Frame Shaft washer Inner Bearing Cap Case Gasket Slinger Packing Gland Impeller Packing Ring Assembly Shaft Sleeve Lantern Ring Impeller Suction Flange Rubber...
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
Maintenance Troubleshooting Electrical Drive Pumps PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOM GROUP I GROUP II GROUP III ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL SYSTEM Pump runs, but no water delivered Not enough water delivered Not enough pressure Excessive vibration Abnormal noise Pump stops Overheating CAUSE CORRECTIvE ACTION I. ELECTRICAL A. No voltage in power system Check phase-to-phase on line side of starter contactor. - Page 21 Maintenance Troubleshooting Engine Drive Pumps PROBABLE CAUSE SYMPTOM GROUP I GROUP II GROUP III ENGINE MECHANICAL SYSTEM Pump runs, but no water delivered Not enough water delivered Not enough pressure Excessive vibration Abnormal noise Pump stops Overheating CAUSE CORRECTIvE ACTION I. ENGINE A. Speed too low Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual.
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Page 22: Routine Inspection
Maintenance Routine Inspection Record I. QUARTERLY INSPECTION III. QUARTERLY INSPECTION Inspect all system piping connections for leakage or Inspect all system piping connections for leakage or possible misalignment. possible misalignment. Check pump foundation for soundness and see Check pump foundation for soundness and see that all hold-down bolts are secure. - Page 23 Maintenance Notes F00633 Page 23...
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Page 24: Warranty
Berkeley Warranty Limited Warranty BERKELEY warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser” or “You”) of the products listed below, that they will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the Warranty Period shown below. Product Warranty Period Water Systems: whichever occurs first: Water Systems Products —...