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CDSW
OM‐06014‐01
October 31, 2006
Rev. A 05‐28‐13
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
ULTRA V PUMP
MODEL
VS6A60-B
INCLUDING: /WW
THE GORMAN‐RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO
www.grpumps.com
D
GORMAN‐RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED
ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA
Printed in U.S.A.
e
2006 The Gorman‐Rupp Company

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  • Page 1 CDSW OM‐06014‐01 October 31, 2006 Rev. A 05‐28‐13 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST ULTRA V PUMP MODEL VS6A60-B INCLUDING: /WW THE GORMAN‐RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO www.grpumps.com GORMAN‐RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. 2006 The Gorman‐Rupp Company...
  • 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:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY - SECTION A .
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) Pump Vacuum Check ..........PAGE C - 3 STOPPING .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp pump. dures not addressed in this manual are performed Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely only after establishing that neither personal safety nor pump integrity are compromised by such prac­ install and operate your pump.

  • Page 6: Safety - Section A

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies toUltra V Se­ containing large entrained solids or ries pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no con­ slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola­ trol over or particular knowledge of the tile, corrosive, or flammable materials power source which will be used.
  • Page 7 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Use lifting and moving equipment in Do not attempt to disengage any part of good repair and with adequate capacity an overheated pump unit. Vapor pres­ to prevent injuries to personnel or dam­ sure within the pump casing can eject age to equipment.

  • Page 8: Installation - Section B

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 INSTALLATION - SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Check that the pump shaft rotates counter­ clockwise when facing the impeller. Since pump installations are seldom identical, this section offers only general recommendations and practices required to inspect, position, and ar­...

  • Page 9: Mounting

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES tially increase friction loss. If elbows are necessary, and move the unit are improperly wrapped use the long‐radius type to minimize friction loss. around the pump. Connections to Pump Mounting Before tightening a connecting flange, align it ex­ Locate the pump in an accessible place as close as actly with the pump port.

  • Page 10: Sealing

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 strainer furnished with the pump will also pass tion inlet because the inflow will carry air down into through the pump itself. the sump, and air entering the suction line will re­ duce pump efficiency. If a strainer is not furnished with the pump, but is installed by the pump user, make certain that the If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc­...

  • Page 11: Discharge Lines

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Figure 1. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity DISCHARGE LINES If a throttling valve is desired in the discharge line, use a valve as large as the largest pipe to minimize friction losses. Never install a throttling valve in a Siphoning suction line.

  • Page 12: Automatic Air Release Valve

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 affect pump discharge capacity; however, the by­ pass line should be at least 1 inch in diameter to minimize the chance of plugging. If a manual shut‐off valve is installed in In low discharge head applications (less than 30 a bypass line, it must not be left closed feet or 9 meters), it is recommended that the by­...

  • Page 13: Air Release Valve Installation

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Air Release Valve Installation lowing any entrained air in the system to escape through the Air Release Valve. When air in the sys­ tem is purged, pressure opens the second dis­ Staged pump applications generate much higher charge check valve for full operation.

  • Page 14: Drive Arrangements

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 dard 1‐inch NPT fitting, or the Air Release Valve may stage pump motor “ramping down” and shutting be installed in a spool flange between the two dis­ off. This “ramp up” and “ramp down” configuration charge check valves. helps reduce inrush current on startup and de­...

  • Page 15: Single Motor Combination Drives

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Figure 5 shows a recommended alternate single motor belt drive arrangement where the both pump shafts are driven by separate drive belts con­ nected to one motor. In this arrangement, shaft and/or bearing loads are evenly divided between the two pumps.

  • Page 16: Alignment

    ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 either a flexible coupling or belt‐driven system, the driver and pump must be mounted so that their shafts are aligned with and parallel to each other. It is imperative that alignment be checked after the pump and piping are installed, and before opera­ tion.

  • Page 17: Drive Belts

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Figure 9. Aligning Spider‐Type Couplings MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS SHAFTS SHAFTS PARALLEL AND NOT PARALLEL NOT IN LINE SHEAVES IN LINE Figure 11. Alignment of V‐Belt Driven Pumps Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu­ facturer's instructions.

  • Page 18: Operation - Section C

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES OPERATION - SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Add liquid to the pump casing when: 1. The pump is being put into service for the Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and de­ first time.

  • Page 19: Operation

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES If rotation is incorrect on a three‐phase motor, have pump components will deteriorate, and a qualified electrician interchange any two of the the liquid could come to a boil, build three phase wires to change direction. If rotation is pressure, and cause the pump casing to incorrect on a single‐phase motor, consult the liter­...

  • Page 20: Strainer Check

    OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES heated pump cautiously. It is recommended that shock waves can be transmitted to the pump and the pressure relief valve assembly be replaced at piping system. Close all connecting valves slowly. each overhaul, or any time the pump casing over­ heats and activates the valve.
  • Page 21 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu­ rect level (see LUBRICATION in MAINTENANCE rate. Bearing temperatures can be measured ac­ AND REPAIR). Bearing overheating can also be curately by placing a contact‐type thermometer caused by shaft misalignment and/or excessive vi­ against the housing.
  • Page 22 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 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 23 OM-06014 ULTRA V 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 24 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 in suction and discharge gauge readings (if so PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec­ tions can indicate problems that can be corrected Routine preventive maintenance of the pump will before system damage or catastrophic failure oc­ maintain peak operating performance.
  • Page 25 OM-06014 ULTRA V 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 VS6A60‐B, Including /WW Based on 70_F (21_C) clear water at sea level with minimum suction lift.
  • Page 26 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS PAGE SECTION DRAWING Figure 1. Pump Model VS6A60-B (Including /WW) PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 27 PART MAT'L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT'L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP ASSEMBLY DISCHARGE STICKER 6588BJ VS6A60-B 46146-041 SUCTION STICKER 6588AG VS6A60-B /WW 46146-042 PRIMING STICKER 6588AH INSTRUCTION TAG 38817-011 DISCHARGE GASKET 25113-036 LOCK WASHER 15991 OPTIONAL: HEX HD CAPSCREW...
  • Page 28 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 2. Pump Assemblies 46146-041 and 46146-042 PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 29 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Assemblies 46146-041 and 46146-042 ITEM PART NAME PART MAT'L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT'L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP CASING 38244-612 10000 -FLANGE PIPE PLUG P20 10009 REPAIR ROTATING ASSY SUCTION STICKER 6588AG...
  • Page 30 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 3. 46146-001 Ultra Mate Pump Assembly PAGE E - 6 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 31 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS LIST 46146-001 Ultra Mate Pump Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT'L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT'L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP CASING 38219-501 10000 WEAR PLATE ASSY 46451-759 24150 REPAIR ROTATING ASSY STUD C1213 15991 VS6A60-B 44163-453 HEX HD CAPSCREW...
  • Page 32 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 4. Repair Rotating Assemblies PAGE E - 8 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 33 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assemblies Note: Order the complete Repair Rotating Assembly from the Pump Model Assembly Parts Lists on pages E-2 or E-3. Rotating Assemblies for /WW models also include all standard parts listed below. ITEM PART NAME PART...
  • Page 34 OM-06014 ULTRA V 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 35 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 pump model drawing (Figure 2). Instructions spe­ The impeller (1) should be loosened while the rotat­ cific to the Ultra Mate second stage will reference ing assembly is still secured to the pump casing. Figures 1 and/or 3 and will denote “Ultra Mate Sec­ Before loosening the impeller, remove the seal cav­...
  • Page 36 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Seal Removal NOTE An optional disassembly tool is available from the (Figure 4) factory. If the tool is used, follow the instructions Slide the shaft sleeve and rotating portion of the packed with it. A similar tool may be assembled us­ seal off the shaft as a unit.
  • Page 37 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 After removing the shaft and bearings, clean and If bearing replacement is required, remove the out­ inspect the bearings in place as follows. board bearing retaining ring (22) and thrust wash­ er (23). Use a bearing puller to remove the bear­ ings from the shaft.
  • Page 38 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES If the transition chamber requires removal from the soaked in cleaning solvent. Inspect the parts for Ultra V first stage pump, support the chamber us­ wear or damage as necessary. ing a suitable hoist and sling. See Figure 1 and re­ move the external mounting hardware (3 and 4).
  • Page 39 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 Heat the bearings to a uniform temperature no Position the outboard oil seal (6) in the bearing higher than 250_F (120_C), and slide the bearings housing bore with the lip positioned as shown in onto the shaft, one at a time, until they are fully Figure 4, Detail B.
  • Page 40 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring, faces to ensure that they are free of any foreign grooves, and other damage that might cause leak­ matter. age. If any components are worn, replace the com­ To ease installation of the seal, lubricate the shaft plete seal;...
  • Page 41 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 Lubricate the external stationary seat O‐ring with As the stationary seat becomes fully seated, the light oil. Slide the seal assembly onto the shaft until seal spring compresses, and the shaft sleeve will the external stationary seat O‐ring engages the break the nylon shear ring.
  • Page 42 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES cuts on either end. If any components are worn, or mended for maximum pump efficiency. Measure the sleeve is damaged, replace the complete seal; this clearance, and add or remove impeller adjust­ never mix old and new seal parts. ing shims as required.
  • Page 43 ULTRA V SERIES OM-06014 Replace the back cover O‐rings (6 and 17) and lu­ in the locking collars realign with the tapped screw bricate them with a generous amount of No. 2 holes in the back cover plate. Secure the locking grease.
  • Page 44 OM-06014 ULTRA V SERIES Final Pump Assembly Bearings (Figure 2) (Figure 4) Install the shaft keys (26, Figure 4) in the keyways The bearing housing was fully lubricated when of both shafts and reconnect the power source. Be shipped from the factory. Check the oil level regu­ sure to install any guards used over the rotating larly through the bearing cavity sight gauge (15) members.
  • Page 45 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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