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OM‐05594‐02 October 28, 2019 Rev. A 12‐03‐19 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST SUPER T SERIESr PUMPS MODELS T3A60S-E5 1P T3A60S-E5 3P T3A60S-E15 3P INCLUDING /WW GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2019 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:...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 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...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies to Super T Se ries motor driven pumps. Refer to the manual accompanying the motor before attempting to begin operation. This pump is designed to handle liquids containing entrained solids or slurries.
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES codes. If there is a conflict between the hoists, chains, slings or cables are in instructions in the manual accompany good working condition and of suffi ing the unit and the National Electrical cient capacity and that they are posi...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 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...
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES OUTLINE DRAWING NOTE: STANDARD MOTOR SUPPLIED WITH NEMA F1 JUNCTION BOX POSITIONING NOTE: OPTIONAL ASA OR DIN STANDARD SUCTION & DISCHARGE SPOOL FLANGES AVAILABLE Figure 2. Pump Models T3A60S-E15 3P , Including /WW Models PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION The pump assembly was inspected and tested be...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 pump into service until appropriate action has Mounting been taken. Locate the pump in an accessible place as close as practical to the liquid being pumped. Level mount ing is essential for proper operation. The pump casing is equipped with mounting foot...
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES mum use of elbows and fittings, which substan Strainers tially increase friction loss. If elbows are necessary, If a strainer is furnished with the pump, be certain use the long‐radius type to minimize friction loss. to use it; any spherical solids which pass through a...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 tance equal to at least 3 times the diameter of the NOTE suction pipe. The pipe submergence required may be reduced by installing a standard pipe increaser fitting at the Suction Line Positioning end of the suction line. The larger opening size will reduce the inlet velocity.
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Bypass Lines Gorman‐Rupp Automatic Air Release Valves are reliable, and require minimum maintenance. See AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE in this section Self‐priming pumps are not air compressors. Dur for installation and theory of operation of the Auto...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 through the bypass line and then close automati Air Release Valve Installation cally when the pump is fully primed and pumping The Automatic Air Release Valve must be inde at full capacity. pendently mounted in a horizontal position be...
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS This pump is driven by an electric motor. Check that the electrical service available matches the The electrical power used to operate the motor requirements stamped on the motor name pump is high enough to cause injury or plate before connecting the motor to the incoming death.
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES OPERATION - SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. 2. The pump has not been used for a consider able length of time. Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and 3. The liquid in the pump casing has evapo...
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Liquid Temperature And Overheating OPERATION The maximum liquid temperature for this pump is Lines With a Bypass F (71 C). Do not apply it at a higher operating temperature. If a Gorman‐Rupp Automatic Air Release Valve has...
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Never introduce air or steam pressure into the inches (508,0 mm) or more of mercury. If it does pump casing or piping to remove a blockage. This not, check for air leaks in the seal, gasket, or dis...
OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES and flush it thoroughly with clean water. To prevent curately by placing a contact‐type thermometer large solids from clogging the drain port and pre against the housing. Record this temperature for venting the pump from completely draining, insert future reference.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 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 the incoming power to the motor and lock it out to ensure that the pump will remain inopera...
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY PUMP STOPS OR Strainer clogged. Check strainer and clean if neces FAILS TO DELIVER sary. RATED FLOW OR Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct sub PRESSURE (cont.) proper level or sump too small.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY EXCESSIVE NOISE Cavitation in pump. Reduce suction lift and/or friction losses in suction line. Record vac uum and pressure gauge readings and consult local representative or factory. Pumping entrained air. Locate and eliminate source of air bubble.
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Preventive Maintenance Schedule Service Interval* Item Daily Weekly Monthly Semi‐ Annually Annually General Condition (Temperature, Unusual Noises or Vibrations, Cracks, Leaks, Loose Hardware, Etc.) Pump Performance (Gauges, Speed, Flow) Bearing Lubrication Seal Lubrication (And Packing Adjustment, If So Equipped) V‐Belts (If So Equipped)
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OM-05594 SUPER T 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 MODELS T3A60S‐E5 1P , T3A60S‐E5 3P AND T3A60S-E15 3P , INCLUDING /WW MODELS...
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES PARTS PAGE ILLUSTRATION Figure 1. Pump Models T3A60S-E5 1P , T3A60S-E5 3P And T3A60S-E15 3P , Including /WW PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Models T3A60S-E5 1P , T3A60S-E5 3P And T3A60S-E15 3P , Including /WW (From S/N 1707052 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-05594 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assemblies ITEM PART PART NAME NUMBER BEARING HOUSING 38251-421 10000 1.50 SEAL ASSY 46513-151 SEAL PLATE 11837D 10010 LOCK WASHER J08 15991 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW B0805 15991 RETAINER FLANGE 38545-502 10000...
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES ensure that the pump will remain inoperative. PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY Close all valves in the suction and discharge lines. AND REASSEMBLY For motor disassembly and repair, consult the liter Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 casing. necessary and keep personnel away from suspended objects. Inspect the wear plate, and replace it if badly scored or worn. To remove the wear plate, disen gage the hardware (6 and 7). Use Only Genuine Gorman-Rupp re...
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Install four 1/2-13 UNC-2B x 2-1/2 inch long impeller is removed. Inspect the impeller and re capscrews (not supplied) in the tapped holes in the place it if cracked or badly worn. bearing housing. Use these jacking screws to re...
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 Press the oil seal (9) out of the bearing housing. soaked in cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for wear or damage as necessary. After removing the shaft and bearing, clean and in spect the bearing in place as follows.
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Lubricate the bearing housing as indicated in LU BRICATION. When installing the bearing onto the shaft, Seal Installation never press or hit against the outer race, (Figures 2, 4, 5 and 6) balls, or ball cage. Press only on the inner race.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 RETAINER SEAL PLATE SPRING O‐RINGS IMPELLER SLEEVE O‐RING IMPELLER SHIMS IMPELLER SHAFT INTEGRAL SHAFT ROTATING STATIONARY SLEEVE BELLOWS ELEMENT ELEMENT SHEAR SPRING RING (SHEARED) CENTERING WASHER STATIONARY DRIVE BAND SEAT Figure 4. Cartridge Seal Assembly This seal is not designed for operation at...
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES and screw the impeller onto the shaft until it is Measure the impeller‐to‐seal plate clearance, and seated against the seal (see Figure 5). remove impeller adjusting shims to obtain the proper clearance as described in Impeller Instal...
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 the pipe should be slightly larger than the O.D. of (26) with thread locker (G-R P/N 18771-109) and the shaft sleeve. install the impeller washer (27) and capscrew; torque the capscrew to 90 ft. lbs. (1080 in. lbs. or Slide the rotating portion of the seal (consisting of 12,4 m.
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OM-05594 SUPER T SERIES Screw the four adjusting screws (13) into the NOTE tapped holes in the back cover plate until they are If the suction or discharge flanges were removed, just flush with the machined surface on the back replace the respective gaskets, apply `Permatex side of the cover plate.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05594 rotating assembly to the pump casing. Perform the Be sure the pump and motor have been properly back cover adjustment procedure described lubricated, see LUBRICATION. above to obtain the proper face clearance. Remove the fill plug assembly (33) and fill the pump casing with clean liquid.
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