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June 13, 1994 Rev. B 12‐17‐2013 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST 10 SERIES PUMP MODEL 13A22-B THE GORMAN‐RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO www.grpumps.com GORMAN‐RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. 1994 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. 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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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY ‐...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D ......PAGE D - 1 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE .
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10 SERIES OM-00633 INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Gorman‐Rupp pump. The following are used to alert maintenance per Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely sonnel to procedures which require special atten install and operate your pump. Failure to do so tion, to those which could damage equipment, and could result in personal injury or damage to the to those which could be dangerous to personnel:...
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10 SERIES OM-00633 SAFETY ‐ SECTION A This information applies to 10 Series ba 5. Close the suction and discharge sic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no con valves. trol over or particular knowledge of the 6. Vent the pump slowly and cau power source which will be used.
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Overheating may produce dangerous Do not operate the pump against a fumes. Use extreme caution when vent closed discharge valve for long periods ing the pump, or when removing covers, of time. If operated against a closed dis plates, plugs, or fittings.
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See Figure B-1 for the approximate physical di configuration, and priming must be tailored to the mensions of this pump. OUTLINE DRAWING Figure B-1. Pump Model 13A22-B INSTALLATION PAGE B - 1...
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OM-00633 10 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 a.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 Installation closer to the pump may result in erratic SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING readings. Pump performance is adversely effected by in SUCTION LINES creased suction lift, discharge elevation, and fric tion losses. See the performance curve on Page To avoid air pockets which could affect pump prim...
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Suction Lines In Sumps of one or both pumps. To avoid this, position the suction inlets so that they are separated by a dis If a single suction line is installed in a sump, it tance equal to at least 3 times the diameter of the should be positioned away from the wall of the suction pipe.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 pass line should be at least 1 inch (25,4 mm) in di DISCHARGE LINES ameter to minimize the chance of plugging. Siphoning In low discharge head applications (less than 30 feet (9,1 m)), it is recommended that the bypass Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower line be run back to the wet well, and located 6 than that of the liquid being pumped unless a si...
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OM-00633 10 SERIES be a full‐opening, ball‐type valve to pre AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE vent plugging by solids. When properly installed, a Gorman‐Rupp Auto matic Air Release Valve will permit air to escape through the bypass line and then close automati cally when the pump is fully primed and pumping A manual shut‐off valve should not be at full capacity.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 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...
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OM-00633 10 SERIES when the hubs are the same distance apart at all points (see Figure 4B). Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge Adjusting the alignment in one direction across both coupling rims at the top, bottom, and may alter the alignment in another direc side.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 The ratio of deflection to belt span is 1:64 for both parts can catch clothing, fingers, or tools, causing severe injury to person ASA and metric units. Therefore, a belt with a span nel. of 64 inches would require a deflection of 1 inch at the force shown on the Tables for your particular V‐BELT TENSIONING application.
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Table 1. Sheave Diameter (Inches) Table 2. Sheave Diameter (Millimeters) Deflection Force (Lbs.) Deflection Force (KG.) Belt Deflection Force Belt Deflection Force Uncogged Cogged Uncogged Cogged Hy‐T Belts & Torque‐Flex Hy‐T Belts & Torque‐Flex Uncogged & Machined Uncogged &...
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OM-00633 10 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. decals attached to the pump.
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Consult the operating manual furnished with the Leakage pump power source before attempting to start the No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur power source. faces, or at pump connections or fittings. Keep all line connections and fittings tight to maintain maxi If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re...
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Block the suction line and start the pump. At oper normal for bearings, and they can operate safely to ating speed the pump should pull a vacuum of 20 at least 180_F (82_C). inches (508,0 mm) or more of mercury. If it does Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu...
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10 SERIES OM-00633 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. Disconnect or lock out the power source to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative.
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OM-00633 10 SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY PUMP STOPS OR Leaking or worn seal or pump gasket. Check pump vacuum. Replace FAILS TO DELIVER leaking or worn seal or gasket. RATED FLOW OR Impeller clogged. Free impeller of debris. PRESSURE (cont.) Pump speed too slow.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 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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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 13A22-B Based on 70_F (21_C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per...
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OM-00633 10 SERIES SECTION DRAWING PARTS PAGE Figure 1. Pump Model 13A22-B PAGE E - 2 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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10 SERIES OM-00633 PARTS LIST Pump Model 13A22-B (From S/N 1063371 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...
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OM-00633 10 SERIES PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLY 4. Check the temperature before opening any covers, plates, or AND REASSEMBLY plugs. 5. Close the suction and discharge Review all SAFETY information in Section A. valves. 6. Vent the pump slowly and cau Follow the instructions on all tags, label and de...
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10 SERIES OM-00633 rate the check valve assembly from the check valve drain plug (36) and drain the oil from the seal cavity seat. to prevent the oil from escaping when the impeller Inspect the check valve parts for wear or damage. is removed.
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Unscrew the impeller from the shaft. Use caution Remove the pedestal drain plug (35) and drain the when removing the impeller; tension on the seal bearing lubricant. Clean and reinstall the drain spring will be released as the impeller is un plug.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 ings should never be heated with a direct flame or directly on a hot plate. NOTE Bearings must be kept free of all dirt and If a hot oil bath is used to heat the bearings, both the foreign material.
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OM-00633 10 SERIES seats against the pedestal bore. Be careful not to damage the oil seal lip. Most cleaning solvents are toxic and flammable. Use them only in a well ven tilated area free from excessive heat, When installing the shaft and bearings into sparks, and flame.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 SEAL PLATE SPRING O‐RINGS IMPELLER LIP SEAL SHIMS SHAFT IMPELLER SLEEVE IMPELLER SHAFT STATIONARY ROTATING ELEMENT ELEMENT BELLOWS STATIONARY SEAT DRIVE BAND RETAINER Figure E-3. Seal Assembly Slide the seal plate over the shaft (30) until fully seated against the pedestal (22).
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OM-00633 10 SERIES Impeller Installation and Adjustment Back Cover Installation If the wear plate (43) was removed for replace Inspect the impeller, and replace it if cracked or ment, secure it to the cover plate (50) using the at badly worn. Install the same thickness of impeller taching hardware (44 and 45) at this time.
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10 SERIES OM-00633 Be sure the pump and power source are securely middle of the gauge. When lubrication is required, mounted to the base. add SAE No. 30 non‐detergent oil through the hole for the air vent (21). Do not over‐lubricate. Over‐lu Install the suction and discharge lines and open all brication can cause the bearings to over‐heat, re...
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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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