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ACE
OM-03645−OE05
April 17, 2000
Rev. B 04/10/01
INSTALLATION, OPERATION,
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LIST
CE SERIES PUMP
MODEL
CE6A60−F4L
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO
D
GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED
ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA
Printed in U.S.A.
E
Copyright by the Gorman-Rupp Company

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  • Page 1 OM-03645−OE05 April 17, 2000 Rev. B 04/10/01 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST CE SERIES PUMP MODEL CE6A60−F4L 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 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I −...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E ....PAGE E − 1 STANDARD PERFORMANCE CURVE ........PAGE E −...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Rupp pump. If there are any questions regarding the pump or This pump is a CE Series, semi-open impeller, self- its application which are not covered in this man- priming centrifugal model with a suction check ual or in other literature accompanying this unit, valve.

  • Page 6: Safety - Section A

    CE SERIES OM−03645 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies to CE Series corrosive, or flammable liquids which engine driven pumps. Refer to the man- may damage the pump or endanger per- ual accompanying the engine before at- sonnel as a result of pump failure.
  • Page 7 OM−03645 CE SERIES Do not operate an internal combustion Never tamper with the governor to gain engine in an explosive atmosphere. more power. The governor establishes When operating internal combustion safe operating limits that should not be engines in an enclosed area, make cer- exceeded.

  • Page 8: Installation − Section Bpage B

    CE SERIES OM−03645 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 the...

  • Page 9: Battery Specifications And Installation

    OM−03645 CE SERIES a. Inspect the pump assembly for cracks, dents, Before installing the battery, clean the positive and damaged threads, and other obvious dam- negative cable connectors, and the battery termi- age. nals. Secure the battery by tightening the holddown brackets.

  • Page 10: Clearance

    CE SERIES OM−03645 the brake and blocking the wheels before attempt- place by tightening the flange bolts and/or cou- ing to operate the pump. plings. Lines near the pump must be independently sup- To ensure sufficient lubrication and fuel supply to...

  • Page 11: Sealing

    OM−03645 CE SERIES total area of the openings in the strainer is at least the sump, and air entering the suction line will re- three or four times the cross section of the suction duce pump efficiency. line, and that the openings will not permit passage...

  • Page 12: Discharge Lines

    CE SERIES OM−03645 Figure 2. Recommended Minimum Suction Line Submergence vs. Velocity DISCHARGE LINES Siphoning If the application involves a high discharge head, gradually close the discharge throttling valve before stopping the pump. Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower...

  • Page 13: Automatic Air Release Valve

    OM−03645 CE SERIES ameter to minimize the chance of plugging. matic air release valve in a below-ground lift station), if a manual shut-off valve is in- stalled anywhere in a bypass line, it must be a full-opening, ball-type valve to pre- In low discharge head applications (less than 30 vent plugging by solids.

  • Page 14: Air Release Valve Installation

    CE SERIES OM−03645 Liters) per minute) will occur when the valve is fully closed. Be sure the bypass line is directed back to the wet well or tank to prevent hazardous spills. É É É When the pump shuts down, the spring returns the diaphragm to its original position.

  • Page 15: Alignment

    OM−03645 CE SERIES 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) EXTEND 6"...

  • Page 16: Operation − Section C

    OM−03645 CE 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 first time.

  • Page 17: Lines With A Bypass

    OM−03645 CE SERIES without reaching prime, causing dan- Overheating can occur if operated with the valves in the suction or discharge lines closed. Operating gerous overheating and possible explo- against closed valves could bring the liquid to a sive rupture of the pump casing. Per- boil, build pressure, and cause the pump to rup- sonnel could be severely injured.

  • Page 18: Pump Vacuum Check

    OM−03645 CE SERIES Pump Vacuum Check Cold Weather Preservation In below freezing conditions, drain the pump to With the pump inoperative, install a vacuum gauge prevent damage from freezing. Also, clean out any in the system, using pipe dope on the threads.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting − Section D

    CE SERIES OM−03645 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. Switch off engine ignition and dis- connect the positive battery cable to ensure that the pump will remain in- operative.
  • Page 20 OM−03645 CE SERIES Table 1. Trouble Shooting Chart (cont.) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY PUMP STOPS OR FAILS Leaking or worn seal or pump gas- Check pump vacuum. Replace ket. leaking or worn seal or gasket. TO DELIVER RATED FLOW OR PRESSURE Strainer clogged.
  • Page 21 CE SERIES OM−03645 Table 1. Trouble Shooting Chart (cont.) TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY BEARINGS RUN TOO Bearing temperature is high, but Check bearing temperature regular- within limits. ly to monitor any increase. Low or incorrect lubricant. Check for proper type and level of lubricant.
  • Page 22 OM−03645 CE SERIES PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE equipped) between regularly scheduled inspec- 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 23 CE SERIES OM−03645 PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WILL MAINTAIN PEAK OPER- ATING PERFORMANCE. STANDARD PERFORMANCE FOR PUMP MODEL CE6A60−F4L Based on 70_ F (21_ C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman-Rupp Company to verify per- formance or part numbers.
  • Page 24 OM−03645 CE SERIES SECTION DRAWING PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model CE6A60−F4L PAGE E − 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 25 CE SERIES OM−03645 PARTS LIST Pump Model CE6A60−F4L (From S/N 1197968 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 MAT’L...
  • Page 26 OM−03645 CE SERIES SECTION DRAWING TOP VIEW Figure 2. CE6A60−(SAE 4/10) Pump End Assembly PAGE E − 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 27 CE SERIES OM−03645 PARTS LIST CE6A60−(SAE 4/10) Pump End Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP CASING 10957C 10010 −CAUTION DECAL 38816−302 −−− REPAIR ROTATING ASSY 44163−238 −−− HEX HD CAPSCREW...
  • Page 28 OM−03645 CE SERIES SECTION DRAWING DRIVE END VIEW Figure 3. 44163−238 Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E − 6 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
  • Page 29 CE SERIES OM−03645 PARTS LIST 44163−238 Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE IMPELLER 38615−089 11010 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46512−048 −−− SEAL PLATE GSKT 10959G 20000 BALL BEARING S616 −−− INTERMEDIATE 38266−008 10010 VENTED PLUG 4823A 15079 AIR VENT S1530 −−−...
  • Page 30 OM−03645 CE SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure E−6. (SAE 4/10) Drive Assembly PARTS LIST ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE COUPLING KIT 48112−004 −−− −BUSHING 24131−046 −−− −COUPLING ASSEMBLY 44165−016 −−− −LOCKWASHER 21171−536 −−− −SOCKET HD CAPSCREW 22644−220 −−− HEX HD CAPSCREW 22645−164...
  • Page 31 CE SERIES OM−03645 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 de- 2.
  • Page 32 OM−03645 CE SERIES Inspect the wear plate and replace it if badly scored two allen head setscrews from the bushing (2). and worn. To remove the wear plate, disengage the Screw one of the setscrews into the puller hole on hardware (20 and 21).
  • Page 33 CE SERIES OM−03645 Turn Counterclockwise APPROX. 6 IN. (152 MM) LONG Lathe Dog Arm V" Notch Heavy APPROX. 14 IN. Shaft Key Bar Stock (356 MM) LONG Impeller Shaft Lathe Dog Figure 6. Rotating Assembly Tool Setscrew Remove the intermediate O-ring (12).
  • Page 34 OM−03645 CE SERIES and 20) and separate the seal plate (21) and gas- strongly recommended that the bearings ket (3) from the intermediate (5). Position the seal be replaced any time the shaft and bear- plate on a flat surface with the impeller side down.
  • Page 35 CE SERIES OM−03645 If heating the bearings is not practical, use a suit- able sized sleeve and an arbor (or hydraulic) press to install the bearings onto the shaft. To prevent damage during removal from the shaft, it is recommended that bearings be cleaned and inspected in place.
  • Page 36 OM−03645 CE SERIES sparks, and flame. Read and follow all precautions printed on solvent contain- ers. A new seal assembly should be installed Clean the seal cavity and shaft with a cloth soaked any time the old seal is removed from the in fresh cleaning solvent.
  • Page 37 CE SERIES OM−03645 NOTE Carefully wash all metallic parts in fresh cleaning solvent and allow to dry thoroughly. It is recommended that a sleeve be installed over the threads of the impeller shaft to ease installation of the shaft sleeve O-ring.
  • Page 38 OM−03645 CE SERIES or impossible without damage to the im- shim set until the impeller scrapes against the wear plate when the shaft is turned. After the impeller peller or shaft. scrapes, add approximately .010 inch (0,25 mm) of Install the same thickness of impeller adjusting shims to each shim set.
  • Page 39 CE SERIES OM−03645 when the intermediate is secured to the en- dividual components only. Additional gine bellhousing, without pre-loading the weight may result in damage to the bearings. pump or failure of the eye bolt. With the flexible portion of the coupling and the...
  • Page 40 OM−03645 CE SERIES tion will reduce rust and scale build-up. Install the suction and discharge lines and open all valves. Make certain that all piping connections are tight, properly supported and secure. Secure the back cover assembly by installing the Be sure the pump and engine have been properly hand nuts (22) evenly.
  • Page 41 CE SERIES OM−03645 sight gauge. Change the oil more frequently if the portant in areas where variable hot and pump is operated continuously or installed in an cold temperatures are common. environment with rapid temperature change. For cold weather operation, consult the factory or a lubricant supplier for the recommended grade of oil.
  • Page 42 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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