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OM-01044-OB03
February 23, 1983
Rev. L 12/14/01
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
T SERIES PUMP
MODEL
T4B3---B
INCLUDING: /F, /FM, /WW
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-01044-OB03 February 23, 1983 Rev. L 12/14/01 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST T SERIES PUMP MODEL T4B3---B INCLUDING: /F, /FM, /WW 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

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I --- 1 SAFETY --- SECTION A .
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING --- SECTION D ......PAGE D --- 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 INTRODUCTION This Installation, Operation, and Maintenance priming centrifugal model with a suction check manual is designed to help you achieve the best valve. The pump is designed for handling mild in- performance and longest life from your Gorman- dustrial corrosives, residues and slurries contain- Rupp pump.

  • Page 5: Safety

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 SAFETY --- SECTION A These warnings apply to T Series basic industrial corrosives, mud or slurries pumps. Gorman-Rupp has no control containing large entrained solids. Do over or particular knowledge of the not attempt to pump volatile, corrosive, power source which will be used.
  • Page 6 OM -- 01044 T SERIES Use lifting and moving equipment in good repair and with adequate capacity to prevent injuries to personnel or dam- age to equipment. Suction and dis- charge hoses and piping must be re- moved from the pump before lifting. PAGE A -- 2 SAFETY...

  • Page 7: Installation

    See Figure 1 for the approximate physical dimen- configuration, and priming must be tailored to the sions of this pump. OUTLINE DRAWING NOTE: OPTIONAL ASA OR DIN STANDARD SUCTION & DISCHARGE SPOOL FLANGES AVAILABLE Figure 1. Pump Model T4B3-B INSTALLATION PAGE B -- 1...

  • Page 8: Preinstallation Inspection

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION POSITIONING PUMP Lifting The pump assembly was inspected and tested be- fore shipment from the factory. Before installation, Use lifting equipment with a capacity of at least inspect the pump for damage which may have oc- 3,000 pounds (1360 kg).

  • Page 9: Line Configuration

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 Fittings forced type to prevent collapse under suction. Us- ing piping couplings in suction lines is not recom- Suction lines should be the same size as the pump mended. inlet. If reducers are used in suction lines, they should be the eccentric type, and should be in- Line Configuration stalled with the flat part of the reducers uppermost...

  • Page 10: Suction Line Positioning

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES Suction Line Positioning If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc- tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the The depth of submergence of the suction line is suction inlet at a distance 1 1/2 times the diameter critical to efficient pump operation.

  • Page 11: Bypass Lines

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 In high discharge head applications (more than 30 feet), an excessive amount of liquid may be by- passed and forced back to the wet well under the full working pressure of the pump; this will reduce If the application involves a high discharge overall pumping efficiency.

  • Page 12: Automatic Air Release Valve

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES tion when removing the plug to prevent presses the spring and closes the valve (Figure 4). The valve will remain closed, reducing the bypass injury to personnel from hot liquid. of liquid to 1 to 5 gallons (3.8 to 19 liters) per min- ute, until the pump loses its prime or stops.

  • Page 13: Alignment

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 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 FURNISHED) EXTEND 6” SUCTION LINE (152,4 MM)

  • Page 14: Coupled Drives

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES When checking alignment, disconnect the power source to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative. Adjusting the alignment in one direction may alter the alignment in another direc- Figure 6B. Aligning Non-Spider Type tion. check each procedure after altering Couplings alignment.
  • Page 15 T SERIES OM -- 01044 Do not operate the pump without the guard in place over the rotating parts exposed rotating parts can catch cloth- ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in- jury to personnel. MISALIGNED: MISALIGNED: ALIGNED: SHAFTS SHAFTS SHAFTS PARALLEL AND NOT PARALLEL...
  • Page 16 OM -- 01044 T-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 17: Operation

    OM -- 01044 T-SERIES pressure, and cause the pump casing to If rotation is incorrect on a three-phase motor, have a qualified electrician interchange any two of the rupture or explode. three phase wires to change direction. If rotation is incorrect on a single-phase motor, consult the liter- Leakage ature supplied with the motor for specific instruc-...

  • Page 18: Strainer Check

    OM -- 01044 T-SERIES Strainer Check If a suction strainer has been shipped with the pump or installed by the user, check the strainer If the application involves a high discharge regularly, and clean it as necessary. The strainer head, gradually close the discharge should also be checked if pump flow rate begins to throttling valve before stopping the pump.
  • Page 19 OM -- 01044 T-SERIES AND REPAIR). Bearing overheating can also be curately by placing a contact-type thermometer against the housing. Record this temperature for caused by shaft misalignment and/or excessive vi- future reference. bration. A sudden increase in bearing temperature is a warning that the bearings are at the point of failing When pumps are first started, the bearings may to operate properly.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 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 21 OM -- 01044 T SERIES TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY PUMP STOPS OR Air leak in suction line. Correct leak. FAILS TO DELIVER RATED FLOW OR Lining of suction hose col- Replace suction hose. PRESSURE lapsed. Leaking or worn seal or pump Check pump vacuum.

  • Page 22: Preventive Maintenance

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (continued) TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY EXCESSIVE NOISE Cavitation in pump. Reduce suction lift and/or friction losses in suction line. Record vacuum and pressure gauge readings and consult local representa- tive or factory. Pumping entrained air. Locate and eliminate source of air bubble.
  • Page 23 OM -- 01044 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 24: Pump Maintenance And Repair

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK OPER- ATING PERFORMANCE. STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL T4B3-B Based on 70_ F (21_ C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman-Rupp Company to verify per- formance or part numbers.
  • Page 25 OM -- 01044 T SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 1. Pump Model T4B3---B PAGE E -- 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...

  • Page 26: Parts Lists

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model T4B3---B (From S/N 779981 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 -- 01044 T SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 2. 44163---030 Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E -- 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 28 OM -- 01044 T SERIES PARTS LIST 44163---030 Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE IMPELLER 38618--- 002 10010 ROT ASSY ADJ SHIM SET 13130 17040 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46513--- 150 --- --- --- NOT SHOWN: SEAL SLEEVE O-RING...

  • Page 29: Pump And Seal Disassembly And Reassembly

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY 2. Disconnect or lock out the power source to ensure that the pump will AND REASSEMBLY remain inoperative. 3. Allow the pump to completely cool Review all SAFETY information in Section A. if overheated.

  • Page 30: Rotating Assembly Removal

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 Individual parts are not sold separately. shaft). Use caution not to damage the shaft or key- way. When the impeller breaks loose, remove the lathe dog and wood block. Rotating Assembly Removal NOTE (Figure 2) Do not remove the impeller until the rotating assem- bly has been removed from the pump casing.

  • Page 31: Impeller Removal

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES Impeller Removal should be performed only in a properly- equipped shop by qualified personnel. (Figure 2) Remove the bearing housing drain plug (18) and With the rotating assembly removed from the drain the lubricant. Clean and reinstall the drain pump casing, unscrew the impeller from the shaft.

  • Page 32: Shaft And Bearing Reassembly And Installation

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 ly shorten bearing life. DO NOT spin dry just flush with the machined surface on the hous- ing. bearings. This may scratch the balls or races and cause premature bearing fail- ure. Rotate the bearings by hand to check for rough- ness or binding and inspect the bearing balls.

  • Page 33: Seal Installation

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES Seal Installation (Figures 2, 5, 6 and 7) When installing the bearings onto the shaft, never press or hit against the outer race, balls, or ball cage. Press only on the Most cleaning solvents are toxic and inner race.
  • Page 34 T SERIES OM -- 01044 RETAINER SEAL PLATE SPRING O-RINGS IMPELLER SLEEVE O-RING IMPELLER SHIMS IMPELLER SHAFT INTEGRAL SHAFT ROTATING STATIONARY SLEEVE BELLOWS ELEMENT ELEMENT SHEAR RING SPRING CENTERING (SHEARED) WASHER STATIONARY DRIVE BAND SEAT Figure 5. 46513-- 150 Cartridge Seal Assembly the O-ring down the shaft until it seats against the shaft shoulder.
  • Page 35 OM -- 01044 T SERIES O-RING ENGAGED STATIONARY SEAT WITH SEAL PLATE FULLY SEATED IN BORE SEAL PLATE BORE SHEAR RING SHEAR RING (UNSHEARED) (SHEARED) Figure 7. Seal Fully Installed Figure 6. Seal Partially Installed If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer- gency, carefully separate the rotating and station- ary seal faces from the bellows retainer and sta- Clean and inspect the impeller as described in Im-...

  • Page 36: Impeller Installation

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring, A clearance of .025 to .040 inch (0,64 to 1,02 mm) grooves, and other damage that might cause leak- between the impeller and the seal plate is recom- age.

  • Page 37: Suction Check Valve Installation

    OM -- 01044 T SERIES A clearance of .010 to .020 inch (0,25 to 0,51 mm) cure it with the hardware (14 and 15). The wear between the impeller and the wear plate is also rec- plate must be concentric to prevent binding when ommended for maximum pump efficiency.

  • Page 38: Final Pump Assembly

    T SERIES OM -- 01044 Final Pump Assembly Bearings (Figure 2) (Figure 1) The bearing housing was fully lubricated when Install the shaft key (13, Figure 2) and reconnect shipped from the factory. Check the oil level regu- the power source. Be sure to install any guards larly through the sight gauge (20) and maintain it at used over the rotating members.
  • Page 39 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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