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- Page 1 GUSHER PUMPS, INC. 115 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE WILLIAMSTOWN, KY 41097 PHONE: 859-824-3100 FAX: 859-824-7428 www.gusher.com MSC4 MSC5 MSC4-19A SERIES MAINTENANCE • INSTALLATION • OPERATIONS...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PUMP SAFETY TIPS ..........................1 FOREWORD ............................2 PRECAUTIONS ............................3 NAMEPLATE INFORMATION .......................4 RECEIVING & INSPECTION .........................4 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE ......................5 VERTICAL MULTI-STAGE VERSATILITY ....................6 MSC4-19A DRAWING ..........................7 MSC4 STANDARD MODELS DRAWING ....................8 MSC5 STANDARD MODELS 6 STAGES AND ABOVE DRAWING ............9 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................10 DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE. -
Page 3: Pump Safety Tips
PUMP SAFETY TIPS SAFETY APPAREL OPERATION • Insulated work gloves when handling hot • Do not operate below minimum rated bearings or using bearing heater or with suction/discharge valves closed. • Heavy work gloves when handling parts that • Do not open vent or drain valves, or remove have sharp edges, especially impellers plugs while the system is pressurized •... -
Page 4: Foreword
FOREWORD The design, craftsmanship, and materials used in Gusher pumps provides for optimum performance and long, trouble-free service. As with any mechanical device, proper use and periodic maintenance will enhance the performance and life of your pump. This manual is provided as a guideline for proper installation, operation and maintenance. -
Page 5: Precautions
PRECAUTIONS ! WARNING ! • NEVER operate pump below recommended Personal injury will result if minimum or when dry. procedures outlined in this • ALWAYS lock out power to the motor before manual are not followed. performing pump maintenance. • NEVER operate pump without safety devic- •... -
Page 6: Nameplate Information
NAMEPLATE INFORMATION On the casing of every Gusher pump is a nameplate that provides information about the pump’s hydraulic characteristics. This information will be used when ordering spare or replacement parts for your pump. RECEIVING and INSPECTION If your pump is not going to be installed within Gusher Pumps, Inc. -
Page 7: Operation & Maintenance
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE ATION Before starting the pump the reservoir should Normally after proper installation and under to the minimum level so as to com- normal operating conditions (8 hours daily duty pletely submerge the bottom pump impeller in clean liquid with SG of 1) the pump requires housing in the liquid which assures priming of very little attention. -
Page 8: Vertical Multi-Stage Versatility
Vertical Multi-Stage Versatility This maintenance manual only applies to Gusher’s standard multistage pumps. MODELS MSC4 AND MSC5 End Suction Centrifugal Multi- Stage Available in 3 thru 10 Stages and 1 thru 25 Horsepower. STANDARD FEATURES: 1. Rugged Grade 30 Cast Iron Construction. 2. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING No liquid delivered Vibration • Pump not primed • Bent shaft • Speed too low* • Pipe strain • Discharge head too high • Impeller clogged • Suction line or suction strainer is clogged • Coupling alignment off • Impeller completely clogged •... -
Page 13: Disassembly Procedure
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR ASSEMBLY REVERSE THE ABOVE PROCEDURE 1. Turn the pump over to where the intake is up. In order to insure proper reassembly of your pump, be sure to do the following things: 2. CAUTION! Before proceeding, be sure to mark the impeller housing on the outside so that 1. - Page 14 Alois and Edward Ruthman as the “Ruthman Machinery Company.” Based in Cincinnati, the company serviced the Alois’ son Thomas R. Ruthman joined the family business in 1949, growing the steamboats that traveled the Ohio River. business globally through organic growth and the acquisition of complementary technologies.
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