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GORMAN-RUPP PUMPS PA Series Installation, Operation, And Maintenance Manual With Parts List

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OM-06440-01
April 11, 2011
Rev. A 04‐03‐15
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
PA SERIESr PUMPS
MODELS
PA4A60C‐B‐E30 460/575/3
PA4A60C-B-(E30)
GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS
www.grpumps.com
e
2011 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OM-06440-01 April 11, 2011 Rev. A 04‐03‐15 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST PA SERIESr PUMPS MODELS PA4A60C‐B‐E30 460/575/3 PA4A60C-B-(E30) GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2011 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2 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:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY ‐...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) Automatic Stopping ........... . PAGE C - 3 PERIODIC CHECKS .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    PA SERIES OM-06440 INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp pump. HAZARD AND INSTRUCTION Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely DEFINITIONS install and operate your pump. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the The following are used to alert maintenance per­...

  • Page 6: Safety - Section A

    PA SERIES OM-06440 SAFETY ‐ SECTION A This information applies to Prime Air Series pumps. Refer to the manual ac­ companying the engine or power source before attempting to begin oper­ ation. The control box provides overload pro­ tection and power control. Do not con­...
  • Page 7 OM-06440 PA SERIES are disengaged. Allow the pump to completely cool before servicing it. Obtain the services of a qualified elec­ trician to troubleshoot, test and/or ser­ vice the electrical components of the This pump is designed to handle most control box.
  • Page 8 PA SERIES OM-06440 discharge valve is acceptable only in place over the rotating parts. Ex­ when required for startup or shutdown posed rotating parts can catch clothing, procedures. fingers or tools, causing severe injury to personnel. Do not remove plates, covers, gauges, pipe plugs, or fittings from an over­...

  • Page 9: Installation - Section B

    PA SERIES OM-06440 INSTALLATION - SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. configuration, and priming must be tailored to the specific application. Since the pressure supplied to the pump is critical to performance and safety, Since pump installations are seldom identical, this...

  • Page 10: Preinstallation Inspection

    OM-06440 PA SERIES PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION POSITIONING PUMP 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: Use lifting and moving equipment in a.

  • Page 11: Mounting

    PA SERIES OM-06440 Mounting place by tightening the flange bolts and/or cou­ plings. Locate the pump in an accessible place as close as Lines near the pump must be independently sup­ practical to the liquid being pumped. Level mount­ ported to avoid strain on the pump which could ing is essential for proper operation.

  • Page 12: Sealing

    OM-06440 PA SERIES of the openings in the strainer is at least three or If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc­ four times the cross section of the suction line, and tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the that the openings will not permit passage of solids suction inlet at a distance 1‐1/2 times the diameter...

  • Page 13: Discharge Lines

    PA SERIES OM-06440 Figure 2. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity DISCHARGE LINES Siphoning If the application involves a high discharge head, gradually close the discharge Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower throttling valve before stopping the pump.

  • Page 14: Grouding Methods

    OM-06440 PA SERIES grounding terminal to the enclosure and connect it the control box. Complete all electrical to a properly embedded electrode. connections before connecting the power supply to the control box. Make The material used for the electrode must be an ex­...

  • Page 15: Voltage Imbalance

    PA SERIES OM-06440 available at the pump motor must be within the in­ When necessary to change or connect power dicated range. cables to the control box, make certain the incom­ ing power is OFF and LOCKED OUT. Make certain Table 1.

  • Page 16: Auto-Start

    OM-06440 PA SERIES Before checking alignment, tighten the foundation equipped with a socket type connector that plugs bolts. The pump casing feet and/or pedestal feet, into a matching receptacle on the auto‐start control and the driver mounting bolts should also be tightly box.

  • Page 17: Submersible Transducer Installation

    PA SERIES OM-06440 PUMP (0.9) CONTROL (.76) (Emptying) (0.6) (Filling) (.46) OPERATING (0.3) RANGE CABLE (See Table Below) TETHER (.15) POINT (Emptying) (0.3) (0.6) (0.9) (1.2) APPROXIMATE FREE CORD LENGTH IN FT. (M) 1.25” Pipe (Filling) (Not Furnished) Figure 4. Float Switch Data Submersible Transducer Installation c.
  • Page 18 OM-06440 PA SERIES SUCTION LINE DISCHARGE LINE SIGNAL CABLE (ATTACH TO SUCTION LINE) SUCTION STRAINER SUBMERSIBLE TRANSDUCER (DOWNSTREAM FROM SUCTION) FLOW Figure 5. Typical Submersible Transducer AutoStart Pump Installation PAGE B - 10 INSTALLATION...
  • Page 19 PA SERIES OM-06440 Transducer Connections nector is required, reconnect the cable to the con­ nector as shown in Figure 6. The submersible transducer sensor cable is facto­ Once the connections are made, simply plug the ry‐equipped with a female connector which mates female connector into the male connector on the with a male connector on the back of the EPS con­...

  • Page 20: Operation - Section C

    OM-06440 PA SERIES OPERATION - SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. STARTING AND OPERATION Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and Control Box Function decals attached to the pump. The control box provides overload pro­ The electrical power used to operate tection and power control.

  • Page 21: Rotation

    OM-06440 PA SERIES the relay to cool after tripping before press­ the pump, but does not terminate incoming power ing the reset. through the field wiring connected to the control box. If replacing the heater pack, press the reset button to set the relay.

  • Page 22: Pump Vacuum Check

    OM-06440 PA SERIES Pump Vacuum Check Never introduce air or steam pressure into the pump casing or piping to remove a blockage. This could result in personal injury or damage to the Read the vacuum gauge with the pump primed equipment.
  • Page 23 OM-06440 PA SERIES A sudden increase in bearing temperatures is a ensure proper tension. Refer to the separate docu­ warning that the bearings are at the point of failing ment accompanying the unit for V‐belt replace­ to operate properly. Make certain that the bearing ment and adjustment procedures.
  • Page 24 OM-06440 PA SERIES TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D Review all SAFETY information in Section A. 5. Close the suction and discharge valves. 6. Vent the pump slowly and cau­ The following information is divided into two cate­ tiously. gories; Pump Troubleshooting and Control Box 7.
  • Page 25 OM-06440 PA SERIES Pump Troubleshooting (Cont'd) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY Check strainer and clean if neces­ Strainer clogged. PUMP STOPS OR FAILS TO DELIVER sary. RATED FLOW OR Check and clean check valve. Discharge check valve clogged. PRESSURE (cont.)
  • Page 26 OM-06440 PA SERIES Pump Troubleshooting (Cont'd) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY BEARINGS RUN Bearing temperature is high, but Check bearing temperature regu­ TOO HOT within limits. larly to monitor any increase. Low or incorrect lubricant. Check for proper type and level of lubricant.
  • Page 27 OM-06440 PA SERIES PUMP PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec­ 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.
  • Page 28 OM-06440 PA 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 PA4A60C-B-E30 460/575/3 Based on 70 F (21 C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per­...
  • Page 29 OM-06440 PA SERIES PARTS PAGE ILLUSTRATION Figure 1. Pump Model PA4A60C-B-E30 460/575/3 PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 30 OM-06440 PA SERIES Pump Model PA4A60C-B-E30 460/575/3 Parts List (From S/N Up) ITEM PART NAME PART ITEM PART NAME PART NUMBER NUMBER PUMP END ASSY PA4A60C-B-(E30) HEX HEAD CAP SCREW B1007 15991 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW B0606 15991 FLAT WASHER...
  • Page 31 OM-06440 PA SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 2. Pump End Assembly PA4A60C-B-(E30) PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 32 OM-06440 PA SERIES PA4A60C-B-(E30) Pump End Assembly Parts List ITEM PART NAME PART ITEM PART NAME PART NUMBER NUMBER PUMP SUBASSEMBLY 46133-311 CHECK VALVE KIT 48274-003 PRIMING CHAMBER KIT 48275-005 -CHECK VALVE 26642-124 CONNECTOR S1598 --CHK VLV FLAPPER 26688-005 HOSE BARB FTG 26523-047 --COVER O‐RING...
  • Page 33 OM-06440 PA SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 3. Pump Subassembly PAGE E - 6 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 34 OM-06440 PA SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Subassembly ITEM PART PART NAME NUMBER PUMP CASING SEE NOTE BELOW HEX NUT D06 15991 LOCK WASHER J06 15991 SIGHT GAUGE S1471 PIPE PLUG P08 15079 PIPE PLUG P06 15079 WEAR PLATE ASSY 10532B 15990...
  • Page 35 OM-06440 PA SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 4. Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E - 8 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 36 OM-06440 PA SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART PART NAME NUMBER IMPELLER 10528 11010 IMPELLER ADJ. SHIM SET 37J 17090 CARTRIDGE SEAL ASSY 46513-151 SEAL PLATE 38272-234 11010 SEAL PLATE GASKET 10959G 20000 OIL SEAL S1352 MOUNTING FLANGE OIL SEAL...
  • Page 37 OM-06440 PA SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 5. Priming Chamber Kit ITEM PART PART NAME NUMBER PRIMING CHAMBER ASSY 46112-709 PIPE BUSHING AP1608 11999 STREET ELBOW RS08 11999 BALL VALVE 26631-052 STUD C0809 15991 HEX NUT D08 15991 LOCK WASHER J08 15991...
  • Page 38 OM-06440 PA SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 6. Priming Chamber Assembly PARTS LIST ITEM PART PART NAME NUMBER PRIMING VALVE 26664-007 -ORIFICE BUTTON 26688-021 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0806 15991 LOCKWASHER J08 15991 PRIMING VALVE GASKET 38683-657 19060 PRIMING CHAMBER 38343-020 10000 STRAINER ASSY...
  • Page 39 OM-06440 PA SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 7. Air Compressor Assembly ITEM PART PART NAME NUMBER FLAT WASHER K#10 15991 MACH SCREW X#10-02 15991 LOCK WASHER J#10 15991 HEX NUT D#10 15991 AIR COMPRESSOR COVER 38354-043 15120 AIR COMPRESSOR 26813-112 90 ADAPTER 3/8”...
  • Page 40 OM-06440 PA SERIES PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY tenance procedures are used, and that any procedures not addressed in this AND REASSEMBLY manual are performed only after estab­ lishing that neither personal safety nor Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
  • Page 41 OM-06440 PA SERIES The only serviceable part of the priming valve is the orifice button (2). If liquid continues to bypass through the priming chamber after adjusting the orifice button (see Priming Chamber Reassemb­ Death or serious personal injury and...
  • Page 42 OM-06440 PA SERIES Separating Pump End From Power Source With the impeller rotation still blocked, see Figure 8 and use a long piece of heavy bar stock to pry (Figure 1) against the arm of the lathe dog in a counterclock­...
  • Page 43 OM-06440 PA SERIES the lifting device to pull the rotating assembly up If no further disassembly is required, refer to Seal out of the pump casing and position it on the work Installation. surface. Remove the shims (12) and clean the con­...
  • Page 44 OM-06440 PA SERIES To prevent damage during removal from Most cleaning solvents are toxic and the shaft, it is recommended that bearings flammable. Use them only in a well ven­ be cleaned and inspected in place. It is tilated area free from excessive heat, strongly recommended that the bearings sparks, and flame.
  • Page 45 OM-06440 PA SERIES Install the drive flange gasket (19) and secure the drive flange to the bearing housing with the hard­ ware (16 and 17). Be careful not to damage the lip of the oil seal (6A) on the shaft keyway. Torque the When installing the bearings onto the capscrews (16) to 40 ft.
  • Page 46 OM-06440 PA SERIES Handle the seal parts with extreme care to prevent ponents are worn, replace the complete seal; damage. Be careful not to contaminate precision never mix old and new seal parts. finished faces; even fingerprints on the faces can If a replacement seal is being used, remove it from shorten seal life.
  • Page 47 OM-06440 PA SERIES the external stationary seat O‐ring engages the STATIONARY SEAT FULLY SEATED IN bore in the seal plate. SEAL PLATE BORE Clean and inspect the impeller as described in Im­ peller Installation and Adjustment. Install half of the set of impeller shims (2) provided with the seal, and screw the impeller onto the shaft until it is seated against the seal (see Figure 10).
  • Page 48 OM-06440 PA SERIES not try to force the impeller onto the shaft. lows will adhere to the sleeve during use, and attempting to separate them could damage the bellows. A clearance of .025 to .040 inch (0,64 to 1,02 mm) between the impeller and the seal plate is neces­...
  • Page 49 OM-06440 PA SERIES turned. After the impeller scrapes, add approxi­ with the hardware (17, 18 and 19). Reinstall the mately .010 inch (0,25 mm) of shims to each shim guard (10) and secure it with the hardware (11, 12 set.
  • Page 50 OM-06440 PA SERIES Align the hole in the linkage bar with the holes in the or to the center of the sight gauge (13). Clean and bracket and reinstall the pivot pin. Secure the pivot reinstall the vented plug. Maintain the oil level at the pin with the previously removed “e‐clip”.
  • Page 51 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 GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS...

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