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- Page 1 OM-05351-01 July 18, 2002 Rev. H 09‐20‐17 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST SUPER T SERIES PUMPS MODELS T6A71S-B INCLUDING: /F, /FM GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2002 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:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY - SECTION A . - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK ......... . PAGE C - 4 TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D .
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Page 5: Introduction
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 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
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies to Super T Se riesr basic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no control over or particular knowledge of the power source which will be used. This pump is designed to handle liquids Refer to the manual accompanying the containing large entrained solids or power source before attempting to be... - Page 7 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES 4. Check the temperature before opening covers, plates, gauges, or plugs. 5. Vent the pump slowly and cau This pump may be used to handle mate tiously. rials which could cause illness through 6. Refer to instructions in this manual direct exposure or emitted fumes.
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Page 8: Installation - Section B
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 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 section offers only general recommendations and the maximum permissible operating pressure as practices required to inspect, position, and ar... -
Page 9: Preinstallation Inspection
OM-05351 SUPER T 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 Death or serious personal injury and curred during shipment. Check as follows: damage to the pump or components can occur if proper lifting procedures a. -
Page 10: Suction And Discharge Piping
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 (229 mm) must be maintained to permit removal of these gauges are desired for pumps that are not the cover. tapped, drill and tap the suction and discharge lines not less than 18 inches (457,2 mm) from the suction and discharge ports and install the lines. -
Page 11: Suction Lines In Sumps
OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES tight seal. Follow the sealant manufacturer's rec If two suction lines are installed in a single sump, ommendations when selecting and applying the the flow paths may interact, reducing the efficiency pipe dope. The pipe dope should be compatible of one or both pumps. -
Page 12: Discharge Lines
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 minimize the chance of plugging. DISCHARGE LINES Siphoning In low discharge head applications (less than 30 feet or 9 meters), it is recommended that the by Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower pass line be run back to the wet well, and located 6 than that of the liquid being pumped unless a si... -
Page 13: Automatic Air Release Valve
OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE When properly installed, a Gorman‐Rupp Auto matic Air Release Valve will permit air to escape If a manual shut‐off valve is installed in through the bypass line and then close automati a bypass line, it must not be left closed cally when the pump is fully primed and pumping during operation. -
Page 14: Alignment
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 DISCHARGE PIPE CLEAN‐OUT COVER INSTALL AIR RELEASE VALVE IN HORIZONTAL POSITION DISCHARGE CHECK VALVE 90_ LONG RADIUS ELBOW SUPPORT PUMP DISCHARGE BRACKET SELF‐PRIMING CENTRIFUGAL PUMP BLEED LINE 1” (25,4 MM) DIA. MIN. (CUSTOMER FUR NISHED) DO NOT EX SUCTION TEND BELOW PUMP LINE... -
Page 15: Coupled Drives
OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES Adjusting the alignment in one direction may alter the alignment in another direc tion. check each procedure after altering alignment. Coupled Drives Figure 5. Aligning Non‐Spider Type Couplings Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge across both coupling rims at the top, bottom, and When using couplings, the axis of the power side. -
Page 16: Drive Belt Tensioning
SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 Select pulleys that will match the proper speed ra DRIVE BELT TENSIONING tio; overspeeding the pump may damage both General Rules of Tensioning pump and power source. For new drive belts, check the tension after 5, 20 and 50 hours of operation and re‐tension as re... -
Page 17: Operation - Section C
OM-05351 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 de 3. The liquid in the pump casing has evapo cals attached to the pump. -
Page 18: Operation
OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES Consult the operating manual furnished with the filled, adjust the throttling valve to the required flow power source before attempting to start the power rate. source. If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re move V‐belts, couplings, or otherwise disconnect the pump from the motor before checking motor Do not operate the pump against a... -
Page 19: Strainer Check
OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES Open the suction line, and read the vacuum gauge gaged to be ejected with great force. Af with the pump primed and at operation speed. ter the pump completely cools, drain the Shut off the pump. The vacuum gauge reading will liquid from the pump by removing the immediately drop proportionate to static suction casing drain plug. - Page 20 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES few hours, or if it has been pumping liquids con Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu taining a large amount of solids, drain the pump, rate. Bearing temperatures can be measured ac 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...
- Page 21 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 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.
- Page 22 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct PUMP STOPS OR FAILS TO DELIVER proper level or sump too small. submergence as needed. RATED FLOW OR Impeller or other wearing parts worn Replace worn or damaged parts.
- Page 23 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 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 24 OM-05351 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 MODEL T6A71S‐B, /F, /FM Based on 70 F (21 C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per...
- Page 25 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model T6A71S-B ncluding /F, /FM PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
- Page 26 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model T6A71S-B ncluding /F, /FM (From S/N 1250743 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.
- Page 27 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION ASSEMBLED DRIVE END VIEW Figure 2. Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
- Page 28 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART ITEM PART NAME PART NUMBER NUMBER IMPELLER 38615-087 1102H BEARING CAP GASKET 38683-473 18000 SNAP RING 24124-425 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46513-154 BALL BEARING S1030 IMPELLER ADJ SHIM SET 5091 17090 SHAFT SLEEVE O‐RING 25154-026 SHAFT KEY...
- Page 29 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY Before attempting to open or service the Review all SAFETY information in Section A. pump: 1. Familiarize yourself with this man ual. Follow the instructions on all tags, label and decals 2.
- Page 30 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 Back Cover And Wear Plate Removal The impeller (1) should be loosened while the rotat ing assembly is still secured to the pump casing. (Figure 1) Before loosening the impeller, remove the seal cav ity drain plug (16B) and drain the seal lubricant. The wear plate (5) is easily accessible and may be This will prevent the oil in the seal cavity from es...
- Page 31 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES pump casing. Retain the rotating assembly shims Seal Removal (33). (Figure 2) NOTE Slide the shaft sleeve and rotating portion of the An optional disassembly tool is available from the seal off the shaft as a unit. factory.
- Page 32 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 Pry or press the oil seals (7A and 7B) from the bear housing. Replace the bearings, shaft, or bearing ing housing. housing if the proper bearing fit is not achieved. If bearing replacement is required, remove the out After removing the shaft and bearings, clean and board bearing snap ring (21), and use a bearing inspect the bearings in place as follows.
- Page 33 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES shaft with the integral retaining ring on the bearing O.D. toward the drive end of the shaft. When installing the shaft and bearings into The bearings may be heated to ease installation. the bearing bore, push against the outer An induction heater, hot oil bath, electric oven, or race.
- Page 34 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 age. If any components are worn, replace the com Reusing an old seal could result in prema plete seal; never mix old and new seal parts. ture failure. The seal is not normally reused because wear pat If a replacement seal is being used, remove it from terns on the finished faces cannot be realigned the container and inspect the precision finished...
- Page 35 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES the external stationary seat O‐ring engages the to slide down the shaft until seated against the bore in the seal plate. shaft shoulder. Continue to screw the impeller onto the shaft until the impeller, shims, and sleeve are Clean and inspect the impeller as described in Im...
- Page 36 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 Install the stationary seal element in the stationary this clearance, and add or remove impeller adjust seat. Press this stationary subassembly into the ing shims as required. seal plate bore until it seats squarely against the NOTE bore shoulder.
- Page 37 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES Reach through the back cover opening with the Replace the back cover O‐rings (6 and 9) and lubri check valve and position the check valve adaptor cate them with a generous amount of No. 2 grease. in the mounting slot in the suction flange (21).
- Page 38 SUPER T SERIES OM-05351 Allow an installed pump to completely cool before Install the suction and discharge lines and open all draining liquid from the pump casing. Remove the valves. Make certain that all piping connections are back cover. Remove the rotating assembly adjust tight, properly supported and secure.
- Page 39 OM-05351 SUPER T SERIES For cold weather operation, consult the factory or a lubricant supplier for the recommended grade of oil. Monitor the condition of the bearing lubri Power Source cant regularly for evidence of rust or mois ture condensation. This is especially im Consult the literature supplied with the power portant in areas where variable hot and source, or contact your local power source repre...
- Page 40 For Warranty Information, Please Visit www.grpumps.com/warranty or call: U.S.: 419-755-1280 Canada: 519-631-2870 International: +1-419-755-1352 GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS...
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