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- Page 1 OM-07393-01 May 29, 2024 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST SUPER T SERIES PUMPS MODELS T6E60SC-B INCLUDING: /F, /FM, /WW GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2024 Gorman‐Rupp Pumps Printed in U.S.A.
- 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:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY - SECTION A . - Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK ......... . PAGE C - 4 TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D .
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Page 5: Introduction
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... -
Page 6: Safety - Section A
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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 liquids Refer to the manual accompanying the containing large entrained solids or power source before attempting to be... - Page 7 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 Do not operate the pump against a Do not operate the pump without the closed discharge valve for long periods of time. If operated against a closed dis guards in place over the rotating parts. charge valve, pump components will Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth...
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Page 8: Installation - Section B
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... -
Page 9: Preinstallation Inspection
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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. -
Page 10: Suction And Discharge Piping
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 (304,8 mm) must be maintained to permit removal Gauges of the cover. Most pumps are drilled and tapped for installing discharge pressure and vacuum suction gauges. If SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING these gauges are desired for pumps that are not 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. -
Page 11: Suction Lines In Sumps
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 should be sealed with pipe dope to ensure an air air to escape from the liquid before it is drawn into tight seal. Follow the sealant manufacturer's rec the suction inlet. ommendations when selecting and applying the If two suction lines are installed in a single sump, pipe dope. -
Page 12: Discharge Lines
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... -
Page 13: Automatic Air Release Valve
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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. -
Page 14: Alignment
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... -
Page 15: Coupled Drives
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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. -
Page 16: Drive Belt Tensioning
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... -
Page 17: Operation - Section C
OM-07393 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. -
Page 18: Operation
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... -
Page 19: Strainer Check
OM-07393 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. -
Page 20: Cold Weather Preservation
SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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... - Page 21 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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 22 OM-07393 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.
- Page 23 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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.
- Page 24 OM-07393 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 T6E60SC-B, Including /F, /FM, /WW Based on 70 F (21 C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per...
- Page 25 OM-07393 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION Figure 1. Pump Model T6E60SC-B, Including /F, /FM, /WW PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
- Page 26 OM-07393 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model T6E60SC-B, Including /F, /FM, /WW (From S/N 1840901 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-07393 SUPER T SERIES ILLUSTRATION Ì Ì Ì Ç Ç Ç SEAL AREA DETAIL Figure 2. Repair Rotating Assembly PAGE E - 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
- Page 28 OM-07393 SUPER T SERIES PARTS LIST Repair Rotating Assembly Note: Order complete Repair Rotating Assemblies for /WW model from the Pump Model Assembly Parts List on page E-3. Repair Rotating Assemblies for /WW models include all of the standard parts listed below . ITEM PART NAME PART...
- Page 29 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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.
- Page 30 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 nuts (17) and two diagonally opposing locking col adequate protective clothing when lars (8). Install two 1/2-13 UNC x 2 inch long working on the pump or piping. screws in the tapped holes in the back cover and use them to press the back cover out of the pump casing.
- Page 31 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 Install the shaft key (23). Install a lathe dog on the drive end of the shaft (24) with the “V” notch posi tioned over the shaft key. With the impeller rotation still blocked, see Figure 3 APPROX.
- Page 32 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 and gasket (6) from the bearing housing (10). be replaced any time the shaft and bear Position the seal plate on a flat surface with the ings are removed. impeller side down. Use a wooden dowel or other Clean the bearing housing, shaft and all compo...
- Page 33 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 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...
- Page 34 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 Lubricate the bearing housing as indicated in LU BRICATION. A new seal assembly should be installed Seal Installation any time the old seal is removed from the pump. Wear patterns on the finished faces (Figures 2 and 5) cannot be realigned during reassembly.
- Page 35 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 RETAINER SEAL PLATE SPRING IMPELLER O‐RINGS SLEEVE O‐RING BELLOWS SHAFT SLEEVE IMPELLER SHAFT ROTATING STATIONARY ELEMENT ELEMENT OIL SEAL IMPELLER SHIMS STATIONARY SEAT DRIVE BAND Figure 5. Cartridge Seal Assembly Remove the tape covering the threads. Check to ensure that the shaft threads are free of any tape residue and clean as required before proceeding with seal installation.
- Page 36 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 If necessary to reuse an old seal in an emer O‐RING ENGAGED WITH SEAL PLATE gency, carefully separate the rotating and BORE stationary seal faces from the bellows retainer and stationary seat. A new seal assembly should be installed any time the old seal is removed from the pump.
- Page 37 OM-07393 SUPER T SERIES tact. After the rotating assembly is installed in the pump casing, coat the threads of the impeller capscrew Proceed with Impeller Installation and Adjust (27) with thread locker (G-R P/N 18771-109) and ment. install the impeller washer (26) and capscrew; Impeller Installation and Adjustment torque the capscrew to 180 ft.
- Page 38 SUPER T SERIES OM-07393 Clearance between the impeller and wear plate is locking screws align approximately with the holes adjusted using four adjusting screws and locking in the cover plate. collars. There are 18 detents on the I.D. of each Loosen the hand nuts used to press the back cover locking collar.
- Page 39 OM-07393 SUPER T SERIES been specified or provided by the Gorman‐Rupp ounces (1,9 liters) SAE No. 30 non‐detergent oil to Company. the middle of the sight gauge (15) and maintain it at the middle of the gauge. Clean and reinstall the Periodically, the valve should be removed for in...
- Page 40 For Warranty Information, Please Visit www.grpumps.com/warranty or call: U.S.: 419-755-1280 Canada: 519-631-2870 International: +1-419-755-1352 GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS...
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