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OM-05453-02 August 10, 2020 Rev. C - 12/1/2022 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST SUPER T SERIES PUMPS MODELS T6A65S-B INCLUDING: /F, /FM GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2020 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.
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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:...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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...
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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 mild Refer to the manual accompanying the industrial corrosives, residues or slur...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES 4. Check the temperature before opening covers, plates, gauges, or plugs. 5. Vent the pump slowly and cau This pump is designed to handle materi tiously. als which could cause illness or injury 6. Refer to instructions in this manual through direct exposure or emitted before restarting the pump.
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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...
OM-05453 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.
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 (279,4 mm) must be maintained to permit removal these gauges are desired for pumps that are not of 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.
OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES tight seal. Follow the sealant manufacturer's rec If two suction lines are installed in a single sump, ommendations when selecting and applying the the flow paths may interact, reducing the efficiency pipe dope. The pipe dope should be compatible of one or both pumps.
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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...
OM-05453 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.
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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...
OM-05453 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.
SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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...
OM-05453 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.
OM-05453 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...
OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES gaged to be ejected with great force. Af 2. Disconnect or lock out the power ter the pump completely cools, drain the source to ensure that the pump will liquid from the pump by removing the remain inoperative.
OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES shock waves can be transmitted to the pump and remaining liquid that could freeze the pump rotat piping system. Close all connecting valves slowly. ing parts. If the pump will be idle for more than a few hours, or if it has been pumping liquids con...
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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.
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OM-05453 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.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 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.
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OM-05453 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 T6A65S‐B, /F, /FM Based on 70 F (21 C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model T6A65S-B ncluding /F, /FM PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model T6A65S-B ncluding /F, /FM (From S/N 1726430 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...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION ASSEMBLED DRIVE END VIEW Figure 2. Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART ITEM PART NAME PART NUMBER NUMBER IMPELLER 38615-087 1718H BEARING CAP GASKET 38683-473 19410 SNAP RING 24124-425 SEAL ASSEMBLY 46512-192 BALL BEARING S1030 IMPELLER ADJ SHIM SET 5091 17090 SEAL PLATE 38272-254 1718H SHAFT KEY...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES For power source disassembly and repair, consult PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY the literature supplied with the power source, or AND REASSEMBLY contact your local power source representative. Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Follow the instructions on all tags, label and decals Before attempting to open or service the attached to the pump.
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Use Only Genuine Gorman-Rupp re Inspect the wear plate and replace it if badly scored placement parts. Failure to do so may cre...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES Install the shaft key (22). Install a lathe dog on the drive end of the shaft (23) with the “V” notch posi tioned over the shaft key. With the impeller rotation still blocked, see Figure 3 APPROX.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 and gasket (5) from the bearing housing (9). Posi be replaced any time the shaft and bear tion the seal plate on a flat surface with the impeller ings are removed. side down. Use a wooden dowel or other suitable Clean the bearing housing, shaft and all compo...
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES Heat the bearings to a uniform temperature no higher than 250 F (120 C) and slide the bearings onto the shaft, one at a time, until they are fully seated. This should be done quickly, in one con Most cleaning solvents are toxic and tinuous motion, to prevent the bearings from cool...
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 Lubricate the bearing housing as indicated in LU any time the old seal is removed from the BRICATION. pump. Wear patterns on the finished faces cannot be realigned during reassembly. Reusing an old seal could result in prema Seal Installation ture failure.
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES RETAINER SEAL PLATE SPRING O‐RINGS IMPELLER BELLOWS IMPELLER SHAFT ROTATING STATIONARY ELEMENT ELEMENT IMPELLER SHIMS STATIONARY DRIVE BAND SEAT Figure 5. Seal Assembly the rotating element, bellows and retainer) onto the shaft. Apply firm, steady pressure on the seal re tainer until it slides onto the shaft and the seal faces contact.
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 Install the rotating assembly adjusting shims (36) to the shaft, making future removal difficult and secure the rotating assembly to the pump cas or impossible without damage to the im ing with the hardware (10 and 35). peller or shaft.
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OM-05453 SUPER T SERIES in the locking collars realign with the tapped screw USE TWO USE TWO REMAINING OPPOSING ADJUSTING SCREWS AND holes in the back cover plate. Secure the locking BACK COVER NUTS LOCKING COLLARS TO collars (19) to the back cover plate with the hard SET FACE CLEARANCE TO PRESS BACK COVER...
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SUPER T SERIES OM-05453 Final Pump Assembly Bearings (Figure 1) (Figure 2) Install the shaft key (22, Figure 2) and reconnect The bearing housing was fully lubricated when the power source. Be sure to install any guards shipped from the factory. Check the oil level regu used over the rotating members.
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