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OM-06018-01 February 16, 2007 Rev. D 08‐10‐20 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST ULTRA V PUMP MODEL VS3B60-B INCLUDING: /WW GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2007 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.
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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:...
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp pump. dures not addressed in this manual are performed Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely only after establishing that neither personal safety nor pump integrity are compromised by such prac install and operate your pump.
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies toUltra V Se containing large entrained solids or ries pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no con slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola trol over or particular knowledge of the tile, corrosive, or flammable materials power source which will be used.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Use lifting and moving equipment in Do not attempt to disengage any part of good repair and with adequate capacity an overheated pump unit. Vapor pres to prevent injuries to personnel or dam sure within the pump casing can eject age to equipment.
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 INSTALLATION - SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Check that the pump shaft rotates counter clockwise when facing the impeller. Since pump installations are seldom identical, this section offers only general recommendations and practices required to inspect, position, and ar...
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES forced type to prevent collapse under suction. Us can occur if proper lifting procedures ing piping couplings in suction lines is not recom are not observed. Make certain that mended. hoists, chains, slings or cables are in good working condition and of suffi...
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 should be the eccentric type, and should be in sump at a distance equal to 1 1/2 times the diame stalled with the flat part of the reducers uppermost ter of the suction line. to avoid creating air pockets. Valves are not nor mally used in suction lines, but if a valve is used, If there is a liquid flow from an open pipe into the install it with the stem horizontal to avoid air pock...
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Figure 1. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity DISCHARGE LINES If a throttling valve is desired in the discharge line, use a valve as large as the largest pipe to minimize friction losses. Never install a throttling valve in a Siphoning suction line.
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 affect pump discharge capacity; however, the by pass line should be at least 1 inch in diameter to minimize the chance of plugging. If a manual shut‐off valve is installed in In low discharge head applications (less than 30 a bypass line, it must not be left closed feet or 9 meters), it is recommended that the by...
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Air Release Valve Installation lowing any entrained air in the system to escape through the Air Release Valve. When air in the sys tem is purged, pressure opens the second dis Staged pump applications generate much higher charge check valve for full operation.
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 dard 1‐inch NPT fitting, or the Air Release Valve may stage pump motor “ramping down” and shutting be installed in a spool flange between the two dis off. This “ramp up” and “ramp down” configuration charge check valves. helps reduce inrush current on start-up and de...
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Figure 5 shows a recommended alternate single motor belt drive arrangement where the both pump shafts are driven by separate drive belts con nected to one motor. In this arrangement, shaft and/or bearing loads are evenly divided between the two pumps.
ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 either a flexible coupling or belt‐driven system, the driver and pump must be mounted so that their shafts are aligned with and parallel to each other. It is imperative that alignment be checked after the pump and piping are installed, and before opera tion.
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Figure 9. Aligning Spider‐Type Couplings MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS SHAFTS SHAFTS PARALLEL AND NOT PARALLEL NOT IN LINE SHEAVES IN LINE Figure 11. Alignment of V‐Belt Driven Pumps Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu facturer's instructions.
OM-06018 ULTRA V 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 de first time.
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES If rotation is incorrect on a three‐phase motor, have pump components will deteriorate, and a qualified electrician interchange any two of the the liquid could come to a boil, build three phase wires to change direction. If rotation is pressure, and cause the pump casing to incorrect on a single‐phase motor, consult the liter...
OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES heated pump cautiously. It is recommended that shock waves can be transmitted to the pump and the pressure relief valve assembly be replaced at piping system. Close all connecting valves slowly. each overhaul, or any time the pump casing over heats and activates the valve.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu rect level (see LUBRICATION in MAINTENANCE rate. Bearing temperatures can be measured ac AND REPAIR). Bearing overheating can also be curately by placing a contact‐type thermometer caused by shaft misalignment and/or excessive vi against the housing.
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 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.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY PUMP STOPS OR Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if neces FAILS TO DELIVER sary. RATED FLOW OR PRESSURE Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct sub proper level or sump too small. mergence as needed.
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 in suction and discharge gauge readings (if so PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec tions can indicate problems that can be corrected Routine preventive maintenance of the pump will before system damage or catastrophic failure oc maintain peak operating performance.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES 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 VS3B60‐B, Including /WW Based on 70 F (21 C) clear water at sea level with minimum suction lift.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS PAGE ILLUSTRATION Figure 1. Pump Model VS3B60-B (Including /WW) PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model VS3B60-B (Including /WW) (From S/N 1359952 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.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 2. 46146-055 and 46146-132 Pump Assemblies PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assemblies Note: Order the complete Repair Rotating Assembly from the Pump Model Assembly Parts Lists on pages E-2 or E-3. Rotating Assemblies for /WW models also include all standard parts listed below. ITEM PART NAME PART...
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES to ensure that it will remain inoperative. Close all PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY valves in the suction and discharge lines. AND REASSEMBLY For power source disassembly and repair, consult Review all SAFETY information in Section A. the literature supplied with the power source, or contact your local power source representative.
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 Support Plate Removal necessary and keep personnel away from suspended objects. (Figure 1) Disassembly of the either the first or second stage pump model requires removal of the support plate (3). Disengage the hardware (2) and remove the plate.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES Immobilize the impeller by wedging a block wood iron) and a standard tee (see Figure 6). All threads between the vanes and the pump casing. Remove are 1/2‐inch NPT. Do not pre‐assemble the tool. the impeller capscrew and washer (26 and 27). If removed, install the shaft key (22).
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 9) and separate the seal plate (4) and gasket (5) from the bearing housing (7). Position the seal plate on a flat surface with the impeller side down. Use a wooden dowel or other suitable tool to press To prevent damage during removal from on the back side of the stationary seat until the the shaft, it is recommended that bearings...
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES If bearing replacement is required, remove the out the pump casing and O‐ring (22) from the transi board bearing retaining ring (20). Use a bearing tion chamber. puller to remove the bearings from the shaft. If the transition chamber requires removal from the Ultra V first stage pump, support the chamber us...
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 onto the shaft, one at a time, until they are fully seated. This should be done quickly, in one con tinuous motion, to prevent the bearings from cool ing and sticking on the shaft. Most cleaning solvents are toxic and flammable.
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES face is just flush with the machined surface on the housing. Press the oil seal (6) into the bearing cap (18) with A new seal assembly should be installed the lip positioned as shown in Figure 4. Replace any time the old seal is removed from the the bearing cap gasket (19) and secure the bear...
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 RETAINER SEAL PLATE SPRING O‐RINGS SEAL SLEEVE IMPELLER O‐RING BELLOWS INTEGRAL ROTATING SHAFT IMPELLER STATIONARY ELEMENT SLEEVE SHAFT ELEMENT IMPELLER STATIONARY SHIMS SEAT Figure 8. Cartridge Seal Assembly When installing a new cartridge seal assembly, remove the seal from the container, and remove the mylar storage tabs, if so equipped, from be...
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES As the stationary seat becomes fully seated, the O‐RING ENGAGED WITH SEAL PLATE seal spring compresses, and the shaft sleeve will BORE break the nylon shear ring. This allows the sleeve to slide down the shaft until seated against the shaft shoulder.
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 cuts on either end. If any components are worn, or this clearance, and add or remove impeller adjust the sleeve is damaged, replace the complete seal; ing shims as required. never mix old and new seal parts. Proceed with Rotating Assembly Installation be...
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OM-06018 ULTRA V SERIES .005 inch (0,13 mm) of wear plate clearance. The Pull the collars off the adjusting screws, index them recommended clearance between the wear plate three detents counterclockwise, and reinstall the and the impeller is .010 to .020 inch (0,25 to 0,50 collars on the adjusting screws.
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ULTRA V SERIES OM-06018 threads. Position the valve as shown in Figure 2 tioned horizontally to provide proper drainage. with the discharge port pointing down. Final Pump Assembly Bearings (Figure 2) (Figure 4) Install the shaft keys (22, Figure 4) in the keyways The bearing housing was fully lubricated when of both shafts and reconnect the power source.
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