GORMAN-RUPP PUMPS SM Series Installation And Operation Manual
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- Page 1 PUBLICATION NUMBER OM-04417 February 20, 1996 Rev. E 07‐24‐18 SM SERIES SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 1996 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.
- Page 2 OM-04417 SM SERIES PUMPS INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp SM ule 2G regulations. Control boxes and other con Series Pump. Read this manual carefully to learn trol devices are not covered in this manual. how to safely install and operate your pump. Fail...
- Page 3 SM SERIES PUMPS OM-04417 RECORDING MODEL AND WARRANTY INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBERS Please record the pump model, serial number, volt The warranty provided with your pump is part of age, and motor frame size in the spaces provided Gorman‐Rupp's support program for customers below.
- Page 4 SM SERIES OM-04417 SAFETY ‐ SECTION A This information applies to SM Series alified electrician to make all electrical Submersible motor driven pumps and connections. Make certain that the control boxes. pump and enclosure are properly grounded. Be sure the incoming power...
- Page 5 OM-04417 SM SERIES Refer to the chart in Installation, Section certain that the pump and all piping or B for the basic materials of construction hose connections are secure before op for each pump covered in this manual. eration. Do not attempt to pump any liquids for which your pump is not approved, or which may damage the pump or endan...
- Page 6 SM SERIES OM-04417 INSTALLATION - SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. pair or rebuilding, whether by the owner or an independent shop. Since pump installations are seldom identical, this sec 3. FASTENING. All bolts, nuts, screws, and oth...
- Page 7 OM-04417 SM SERIES GORMAN−RUPP MSHA PUMP INSPECTION FORM INSPECTOR____________________________ DATE____________ MODEL NO.__________________________________SERIAL NO.____________ UNIT ELECTRICAL RATING: H.P.________, VOLTS________, PUMP AMPS________, HERTZ________ STARTER X/P NO: XP3026−1 (CONTROL WITHOUT FLOAT) 18−XPA040007−0 (CONTROL WITH FLOAT) MOTOR CABLE: ___No. 12; 7 Conductor; Type SPC; .89 + .03 O.D.; Heavy Jacketed; Royal – MSHA 122;...
- Page 8 Following is a description of the model numbering system cated for the control box. for SM Series pumps. These submersible pumps are g. Carefully read all tags, decals, and markings on the available in a range of sizes. Refer to the following chart pump assembly and the control box, and perform all to identify the size for your specific pump model.
- Page 9 OM-04417 SM SERIES Table B‐1. Pump Specifications Motor Pump Full Locked Discharge Voltage/ Horsepow Speed Load Load Rotor Size Model Phase (RPM) Amperes Amperes Amperes (NPT) SM2E 460/3 3450 2 INCH 575/3 SM2F 460/3 3450 10.5 2 INCH 575/3 SM3B...
- Page 10 SM SERIES OM-04417 Table B‐2. Additional Specifications (continued) Approximate Weight Lbs. (kg) Seal Cavity Filling Position Oil Capacity (H)orizontal Ounces (V)ertical Pump Pump Voltage/ Voltage/ Pump 50Ft. Cable (Liters) Model Model Phase Phase SM3C1 460/3 106 (48) 23 (10,4) 16 (0,5)
- Page 11 OM-04417 SM SERIES Table B‐3. MSHA Specifications And Approval Data MSHA Approval Number (All Models) .........
- Page 12 SM SERIES OM-04417 Table B‐3. MSHA Specifications And Approval Data (continued) MSHA Approval Number (All Models) .........
- Page 13 OM-04417 SM SERIES Table B‐3. MSHA Specifications And Approval Data (continued) MSHA Approval Number (All Models) .........
- Page 14 SM SERIES OM-04417 Table B‐3. MSHA Specifications And Approval Data (continued) MSHA Approval Number (All Models) .........
- Page 15 OM-04417 SM SERIES Lifting tor or control cables, or the piping. Attach proper lifting equipment to the lifting bail fitted on the pump. Lift the pump or compon Pump unit weights can vary depending on the material of ent only as high as necessary and keep per...
- Page 16 Do not connect the pump motor directly to the incoming pow The SM Series pumps are provided with a suction strainer er lines. to prevent large solids from clogging the impeller. On high discharge head applications, the strainer can be re...
- Page 17 OM-04417 SM SERIES and control before connecting the power Table B‐4. Pump Motor Voltage Limits source. Do not run the pump if the voltage is Nominal Minimum Maximum not within the limits. Voltage Phase Voltage Voltage Use the packing gland nuts to secure and seal the incom...
- Page 18 SM SERIES OM-04417 a. Plate Electrode: An iron or steel plate, 1/4 inch (6,4 Refer to the literature accompanying the control box for mm) thick, completely impeded in the ground. The field wiring connections. plate must present a surface area of at least 2 square Pump Power Cable Connections feet (1858,1 sq.
- Page 19 OM-04417 SM SERIES Table B‐5. Pump Power Cable Specifications (continued) Resistance (ohms) at Voltage Drop Cable Conductor 25_C per 100 ft. O.D. Dia. Rating (See (77_F) per (30,5m) at Max. Pump Voltage/ Cable Inches Inches Note below) Cable 1000 ft.
- Page 20 SM SERIES OM-04417 Control Box Connections Ground and wire the control box in accordance with the instructions accompanying it. NOTE This pump is shipped completely wired for the voltage For reference, internal motor wiring connections are shown on the nameplate, and is ready for operation shown in the Maintenance and Repair manual.
- Page 21 OM-04417 SM SERIES OPERATION - SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Do not connect the pump motor directly to the incoming power lines. See the operating instructions furnished with the control box before attempting to start the pump.
- Page 22 OM-04417 SM SERIES overheating, the thermostat will open and 6. Refer to instructions in this manual automatically “trip” the control box circuit before restarting the pump. breaker. The motor will not restart until the Overheating can occur if the pump is misapplied, circuit breaker is reset.
- Page 23 OM-04417 SM SERIES terchange the control box connections of any two Follow the instructions accompanying the control pump motor power leads. Re‐check pump kick box, start the pump, and run any recommended back; it should now be in a counterclockwise direc...
- Page 24 OM-04417 SM SERIES or vibration is excessive, stop operation and refer to the troubleshooting chart in the maintenance and repair manual. Do not attempt to thaw the pump by us Check the pump strainer screen for clogging ing a torch or other source of flame. This caused by stones, sticks, or other debris.
- Page 25 OM-04417 SM SERIES If the oil contains a large amount of water, it must ible pump oil as specified in the following table. Oil be changed, and the seal(s) must be checked be must be stored in a clean, tightly closed container fore the pump is put back in operation (refer to the in a reasonably dry environment.
- Page 26 For Warranty Information, Please Visit www.grpumps.com/warranty or call: U.S.: 419-755-1280 Canada: 519-631-2870 International: +1-419-755-1352 GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS...
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