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- Page 1 OM-05604-01 April 28, 2004 Rev. H 08‐28‐17 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST SUPER T SERIES PUMPS MODELS T6B60S-B INCLUDING: /F, /FM GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2004 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 SUPER T SERIES Do not operate the pump against a Do not operate the pump without the closed discharge valve for long periods of time. If operated against a closed dis guards in place over the rotating parts. charge valve, pump components will Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth...
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Page 8: Installation - Section B
SUPER T SERIES OM-05604 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-05604 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-05604 (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-05604 SUPER T SERIES pipe dope. The pipe dope should be compatible If two suction lines are installed in a single sump, with the liquid being pumped. the flow paths may interact, reducing the efficiency of one or both pumps. To avoid this, position the suction inlets so that they are separated by a dis... -
Page 12: Discharge Lines
SUPER T SERIES OM-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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 T6B60S-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-05604 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model T6B60S-B ncluding /F, /FM PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
- Page 26 OM-05604 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model T6B60S-B ncluding /F, /FM (From S/N 1285214 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...
- Page 27 OM-05604 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION ASSEMBLED DRIVE END VIEW Figure 2. Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
- Page 28 OM-05604 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART ITEM PART NAME PART NUMBER NUMBER BRG CAVITY DRAIN PLUG P04 15079 IMPELLER 38619-016 11010 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0605 15991 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46513-154 LOCK WASHER J06 15991 IMPELLER ADJ SHIM SET 5091 17090 BEARING CAP 38322-430 10010...
- Page 29 OM-05604 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-05604 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-05604 SUPER T SERIES Seal Removal NOTE An optional disassembly tool is available from the (Figure 2) factory. If the tool is used, follow the instructions packed with it. A similar tool may be assembled us Slide the shaft sleeve and rotating portion of the ing 1/2‐inch pipe (schedule 80 steel or malleable seal off the shaft as a unit.
- Page 32 SUPER T SERIES OM-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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-05604 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 Rotating Assembly Installation bore shoulder.
- Page 37 OM-05604 SUPER T SERIES Back Cover Installation and Adjustment nuts (13) on diagonally opposing studs to press the back cover into the pump casing until the wear (Figures 1 and 8) plate just touches the impeller when the shaft is turned by hand.
- Page 38 SUPER T SERIES OM-05604 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE Seal Assembly (Figure 1) (Figure 2) The back cover is equipped with a pressure relief Before starting the pump, remove the vented plug valve to provide additional safety for the pump and (11) and fill the seal cavity with approximately 64 operator (refer to Liquid Temperature And Over...
- Page 39 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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