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OM−06524−01 November 11, 2011 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST 60 SERIES PUMP MODEL 64B60−(SAE 4/10) THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO www.grpumps.com GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. 2011 The Gorman-Rupp Company...
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Register your new Gorman-Rupp pump online at www.grpumps.com Valid serial number and e-mail address required. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. RECORD YOUR PUMP MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER Please record your pump model and serial number in the spaces provided below.
This pump is a 60 Series centrifugal model with an enclosed impeller. The pump is designed for high pressure distribution of clean liquids that do not contain large entrained solids.
60 SERIES OM−06524 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies to 60 Series en- gine driven pumps. Refer to the manual accompanying the engine before at- tempting to begin operation. After the pump has been installed, make Because pump installations are seldom...
60 SERIES OM−06521 INSTALLATION − SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. e. If the pump has been stored for more than 12 months, some of the components or lubri- Since pump installations are seldom identical, this cants may have exceeded their maximum section offers only general recommendations and shelf life.
OM−06521 60 SERIES Alignment cause excessive vibration, decreased bearing life, and increased shaft and seal wear. If hose-type The alignment of the pump end and engine are crit- lines are used, they should have adequate support ical for trouble-free performance. During initial in-...
60 SERIES OM−06521 of solids larger than the solids handling capability If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc- of the pump. tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the suction inlet at a distance 1-1/2 times the diameter This pump is designed to handle up to 13/32 inch of the suction pipe.
OM−06521 60 SERIES on the increased opening size (area or diameter). Figure 1. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity DISCHARGE LINES friction losses. Never install a throttling valve in a suction line. With high discharge heads, it is recommended that...
OM−06524 60 SERIES OPERATION − SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. have completely filled, evacuate any remaining air pockets in the pump or suction line. Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and decals attached to the pump.
OM−06524 60 SERIES STARTING pump can cause parts being disen- gaged to be ejected with great force. Al- low the pump to cool before servicing. Consult the operations manual furnished with the engine. Strainer Check OPERATION If a suction strainer has been shipped with the pump or installed by the user, check the strainer regularly, and clean it as necessary.
OM−06524 60 SERIES BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK Bearings normally run at higher than ambient tem- If the application involves a high discharge peratures because of heat generated by friction. head, gradually close the discharge Temperatures up to 160_F (71_C) are considered throttling valve before stopping the pump.
60 SERIES OM−06524 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 to en- sure that the pump will remain inop- erative.
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OM−06524 60 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 (cont.) Pump speed too slow. Check driver output. Impeller clogged. Free impeller of debris.
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60 SERIES OM−06524 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.
60 SERIES OM−06524 PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK OPERATING PERFORMANCE. Review all SAFETY information in Section A. drive components only. Maintenance of engines and factory-supplied air compressors are detailed...
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OM−06524 60 SERIES PARTS PAGE ILLUSTRATION Figure 1. Pump End Assembly 64B60−(SAE 4/10) PAGE E − 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
60 SERIES OM−06524 PARTS LIST Pump End Assembly 64B60−(SAE 4/10) (From S/N 1243255 Up) ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP CASING 38218−017 10000 OIL SEAL 25227−773 −−− IMPELLER 38628−547 10010 OIL SEAL 25227−773...
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OM−06524 60 SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 2. 44162−119 Drive Assembly ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE COUPLING KIT 48112−001 −−− −BUSHING 24131−345 −−− −COUPLING ASSY 44165−011 −−− −LOCK WASHER 15991 −LOCK WASHER 21171−536 −−− −SOCKET HD CAPSCREW BD0606−1/2 15991 −SOCKET HD CAPSCREW 22644−220...
60 SERIES OM−06524 PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY charge hoses and piping must be re- moved from the pump before lifting. AND REASSEMBLY Suction Head Removal Review all SAFETY information in Section A. (Figure 1) Follow the instructions on all tags, label and de- cals attached to the pump.
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OM−06524 60 SERIES Seal Removal and Disassembly Separating Intermediate and Drive Assembly From Engine (Figure 1) (Figure 2) Carefully remove the spring holder (47) and seal To service the bearing (25) or drive components, spring. Slide the shaft sleeve (45) and rotating por- the intermediate must be separated from the en- tion of the seal assembly off the shaft as a unit.
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60 SERIES OM−06524 Shaft And Bearing Removal And Disassembly is strongly recommended that the bearing be replaced any time the shaft and bearing (Figure 1) are removed. When the pump is properly operated and main- Clean the intermediate, shaft and all component...
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OM−06524 60 SERIES Shaft and Bearing Reassembly and Installation NOTE If a hot oil bath is used to heat the bearing, both the (Figure 1) oil and the container must be absolutely clean. If the oil has been previously used, it must be thor- Clean and inspect the bearing as indicated in oughly filtered.
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60 SERIES OM−06524 After the bearing is installed on the shaft, pack the Securing Intermediate and Drive Assembly to bearing by hand with No. 0 lithium base grease un- Engine til the bearing rollers are thoroughly lubricated. Se- (Figure 2)
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OM−06524 60 SERIES lubricant such as vegetable oil or glycerin, or a sili- Seal Reassembly and Installation con-based lubricant such as WD40" or equivalent. (Figures 4 and 9) Do not use petroleum-based lubricants, or any oth- er substance which may soften or otherwise dam- Clean the seal cavity and shaft with a cloth soaked age the rubber.
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60 SERIES OM−06524 RETAINER SPRING SPRING HOLDER STATIONARY SEAT SHAFT SHAFT SHAFT SLEEVE SLEEVE O-RING ROTATING IMPELLER ELEMENT SHAFT STATIONARY ELEMENT IMPELLER SHIMS IMPELLER BELLOWS O-RINGS Figure 4. 46512−048 Seal Assembly Lubricate the shaft sleeve O-ring (46) and slide it onto the shaft.
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OM−06524 60 SERIES be centered within the volute scroll. suction head; otherwise binding and/or ex- cessive wear will result. To verify the impeller positioning, measure the pump casing and impeller as shown in Figure 5. Inspect the impeller and replace it if cracked or Use these measurements to calculate the required badly worn.
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60 SERIES OM−06524 tioned horizontally to provide proper drainage. bearing retainer (23) as grease is added. If old grease is forced out as new grease is added, the bearing cavity is full and should When lubricating a dry seal cavity, add approxi- be disassembled and cleaned immediate- mately 6 quarts (5,7 L) of oil.
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