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OM-05358-OE01
June 6, 2002
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
SUPER T-SERIES PUMP
MODEL
T4A3S-F3L 1011
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO
GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED
ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA
D
Printed in U.S.A.
E
Copyright by the Gorman-Rupp Company

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  • Page 1 OM-05358-OE01 June 6, 2002 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST SUPER T-SERIES PUMP MODEL T4A3S-F3L 1011 THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. Copyright by the Gorman-Rupp Company...
  • Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I --- 1 SAFETY --- SECTION A .

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING --- SECTION D ......PAGE D --- 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .
  • Page 4 If there are any questions regarding the pump or its application which are not covered in this manual or in other literature accompanying this unit, please contact your Gorman-Rupp distributor, or write: The Gorman-Rupp Company Gorman-Rupp of Canada Limited P .O.
  • Page 5 SUPER T SERIES OM -- 05142 SAFETY --- SECTION A This information applies to the Super T- slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola- Series engine driven pumps. Refer to tile, corrosive, or flammable materials the manual accompanying the engine which may damage the pump or endan- before attempting to begin operation.
  • Page 6 OM -- 05358 SUPER T SERIES monoxide, a deadly gas that is color- less, tasteless, and odorless. Use lifting and moving equipment in good repair and with adequate capacity to prevent injuries to personnel or dam- Fuel used by internal combustion en- age to equipment.
  • Page 7 For further assistance, contact your Gorman-Rupp Most of the information pertains to a standard distributor or the Gorman-Rupp Company. static lift application where the pump is posi- tioned above the free level of liquid to be pumped.
  • Page 8 8,450 pounds (3832 kg). This pump weighs ap- anything appears to be abnormal, contact your proximately 1,686 pounds (765 kg), not including Gorman-Rupp distributor or the factory to deter- the weight of accessories, and optional wheel kit. mine the repair or updating policy. Do not put the...
  • Page 9 SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 Clearance to secure them when filled with liquid and under pressure. It is recommended that 18 inches (457 mm) of clearance be provided in front of the back cover to Gauges permit removal of the cover and easy access to the Most pumps are drilled and tapped for installing pump interior.
  • Page 10 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES Sealing suction inlet at a distance 1 1/2 times the diameter of the suction pipe. The baffle will allow entrained air to escape from the liquid before it is drawn into Since even a slight leak will affect priming, head, the suction inlet.
  • Page 11 Therefore, it is recom- mended that a Gorman-Rupp Automatic Air Re- lease Valve be installed in the bypass line. Bypass Lines Self-priming pumps are not air compressors. Dur-...
  • Page 12 Some leakage (1 to 5 gallons [3.8 to 19 the specific hydraulic operating conditions of the liters] per minute) will occur when the application, the Gorman-Rupp Automatic Air Re- valve is fully closed. Be sure the bypass lease Valve will permit air to escape through the by-...
  • Page 13 The valve outlet is located at the opposite end of fitted with an independent bleeder line directed the valve, and is also equipped with standard back to the wet well. Contact your Gorman-Rupp 1-inch NPT pipe threads. The outlet should be con- distributor or the Gorman-Rupp Company for infor-...
  • Page 14 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES ALIGNMENT The alignment of the pump and the engine is criti- cal for trouble-free mechanical operation. See Sec- tion E, Securing Pump End To Engine for detailed information. PAGE B -- 8 INSTALLATION...
  • Page 15 Lines With a Bypass If a Gorman-Rupp Automatic Air Release Valve has been installed, the valve will automatically open to allow the pump to prime, and automatically close after priming is complete (see INSTALLATION for Never operate this pump unless there is Air Release Valve operation).
  • Page 16 Never replace this valve with a substitute which has not been speci- rupture or explode. fied or provided by the Gorman-Rupp Company. Leakage Strainer Check No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur- If a suction strainer has been shipped with the faces, or at pump connections or fittings.
  • Page 17 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES closed discharge throttling valve for equipment. If backflushing is absolutely neces- sary, liquid pressure must be limited to 50% of the long periods of time. If operated against maximum permissible operating pressure shown a closed discharge throttling valve, on the pump performance curve.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 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. Shut down the engine and discon- nect the positive battery cable and take other precautions to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative.
  • Page 19 OM -- 05358 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 PRESSURE Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct sub- proper level or sump too small. mergence as needed.

  • Page 20: Preventive Maintenance

    Gorman-Rupp pump. For specific questions con- For new applications, a first inspection of wearing cerning your application, contact your Gorman- parts at 250 hours will give insight into the wear rate Rupp distributor or the Gorman-Rupp Company.
  • Page 21 OM -- 05358 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) Air Release Valve Plunger Rod (If So Equipped)

  • Page 22: Pump Maintenance And Repair

    ATING PERFORMANCE. STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL T4A3S-F3L 1011 Based on 70_F (21_C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman-Rupp Company to verify per- formance or part numbers. with minimum suction lift. Since pump installations are seldom identical, your performance may be dif- ferent due to such factors as viscosity, specific gravity, elevation, temperature, and impeller trim.
  • Page 23 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 1. Pump Model T4A3S---F3L 1011 PAGE E -- 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...

  • Page 24: Parts Lists

    PARTS LIST Pump Model T4A3S---F3L 1011 (From S/N 1245630 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. ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L...
  • Page 25 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES SECTION DRAWING DRIVE END VIEW TOP VIEW Figure 2. T4A3S---(SAE 4/10) Pump End Assembly PAGE E -- 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 26 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES PARTS LIST T4A3S---(SAE 4/10) Pump End Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP CASING 10525D 10000 SUCTION FLANGE 11389 10010 REPAIR ROTATING ASSY 44163--- 337 --- --- --- HEX HD CAPSCREW B1008 15991...
  • Page 27 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 3. 44163---337 Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E -- 6 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 28 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES PARTS LIST 44163---337 Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE HEX HD CAPSCREW B0805--- 1/2 15991 IMPELLER 10528A 11010 LOCK WASHER 15991 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46513--- 150 --- --- --- SIGHT GAUGE S1471...

  • Page 29: Drive Assembly

    OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 4. Drive Assembly PARTS LIST ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE COUPLING KIT 48112---001 --- --- --- ---BUSHING 24131---345 --- --- --- ---COUPLING ASSEMBLY 44165---011 --- --- --- ---LOCK WASHER 21171---536 --- --- --- ---SOC HD CAPSCREW 22644---220...

  • Page 30: Pump And Seal Disassembly And Reassembly

    SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Before attempting to open or service the pump: Review all SAFETY information in Section A. 1. Familiarize yourself with this man- ual. Follow the instructions on all tags, label and decals 2.

  • Page 31: Suction Check Valve Removal

    OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES weight may result in damage to the Inspect the wear plate, and replace it if badly scored or worn. To remove the wear plate, disen- pump or failure of the eye bolt. gage the hardware (15 and 16). (Figure 4) Inspect the back cover O-rings (14 and 18) and re- place it if damaged or worn.

  • Page 32: Rotating Assembly Removal

    SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 To install the tool, remove the vented plug (8, Figure Turn 3) from the bearing housing, and screw the longest Counterclockwise length of pipe into the vent hole until fully engaged. Install the tee, and screw the handles into the tee. Use caution when lifting the rotating assembly to avoid injury to personnel or damage to the assem- bly.

  • Page 33: Shaft And Bearing Reassembly And Installation

    OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES precautions printed on solvent contain- assembly. Disassemble the shaft and bearings only when there is evidence of wear or damage. ers. Clean the bearings thoroughly in fresh cleaning solvent. Dry the bearings with filtered compressed air and coat with light oil.
  • Page 34 SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 Position the inboard oil seal (5A) in the bearing If heating the bearings is not practical, use a suit- housing bore with the lip positioned as shown in able sized sleeve, and an arbor (or hydraulic) press Figure 2.

  • Page 35: Seal Installation

    OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES Seal Installation must be completely clean before installing the seal. (Figures 3, 7, 8 and 9) Most cleaning solvents are toxic and A new seal assembly should be installed flammable. Use them only in a well ven- any time the old seal is removed from the tilated area free from excessive heat, pump.
  • Page 36 SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 shaft and secure it to the bearing housing with the to slide down the shaft until seated against the hardware (20 and 21). Install the bearing housing shaft shoulder. Continue to screw the impeller onto O-ring (31) and lubricate it with light grease.

  • Page 37: Impeller Installation

    OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES to the shaft, making future removal difficult or impossible without damage to the im- peller or shaft. Do not attempt to separate the rotating Install the same thickness of impeller adjusting portion of the seal from the shaft sleeve shims (29) as previously removed.

  • Page 38: Suction Check Valve Installation

    SUPER T-SERIES OM -- 05358 Suction Check Valve Installation USE TWO USE TWO REMAINING OPPOSING ADJUSTING SCREWS HAND NUTS AND LOCKING COL- (Figure 2) TO PRESS LARS TO SET FACE BACK COVER CLEARANCE INTO PUMP CASING Inspect the check valve assembly (39), and re- INDEX COLLARS 3 place it if badly worn.

  • Page 39: Securing Pump End To Engine

    OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES collars to the back cover plate with the hardware (29 and 30). Install the two remaining hand nuts snugly against the adjusting screws. Make certain that the flexible portion of the Remove the first two hand nuts from their studs. coupling is mounted as shown in Figure 4.

  • Page 40: Pressure Relief Valve Maintenance

    Never replace this valve with a substitute which has not The white reflector in the sight gauge must be posi- been specified or provided by the Gorman-Rupp tioned horizontally to provide proper drainage. Company.
  • Page 41 OM -- 05358 SUPER T-SERIES larly through the sight gauge (22) and maintain it at the middle of the gauge. When lubrication is re- quired, add SAE No. 30 non-detergent oil through the hole for the air vent (9). Do not over-lubricate. Monitor the condition of the bearing lubri- Over-lubrication can cause the bearings to over- cant regularly for evidence of rust or mois-...
  • Page 42 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 THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA...

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