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OM-05709---OE01 August 10, 2004 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST PA SERIES PUMP MODEL PA3A60---4045T /S1 THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A www.gormanrupp.com. Copyright by the Gorman-Rupp Company...
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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Gorman-Rupp pump. The following are used to alert personnel to proce- Read this manual carefully to learn how to safely dures which require special attention, to those install and operate your pump. Failure to do so which could damage equipment, and to those could result in personal injury or damage to the which could be dangerous to personnel:...
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 SAFETY - SECTION A This information applies to Prime Aire non-volatile, non-flammable liquids Series pumps. Refer to the manual ac- containing specified entrained solids. companying the engine or power Do not attempt to pump volatile, corro- source before attempting to begin oper- sive, or flammable liquids which may ation.
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES when required for startup or shutdown stands and chock the wheels, if so procedures. equipped. Use caution when positioning the skid-mounted unit to prevent damage to the fuel tank. Do not remove plates, covers, gauges, pipe plugs, or fittings from an over- heated pump.
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 INSTALLATION --- SECTION B Review all SAFETY information in Section A. configuration, and priming must be tailored to the specific application. Since the pressure supplied Since pump installations are seldom identical, this to the pump is critical to performance and safety, be sure to limit the incoming pressure to 50% of the section offers only general recommendations and maximum permissible operating pressure as...
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES use in lifting the pump assembly only. d. Check levels and lubricate as necessary. Re- fer to LUBRICATION in the Maintenance and Suction and discharge hoses and pip- Repair Manual and perform duties as in- ing must be removed from the pump be- structed.
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 SUCTION LINES tion losses. See the performance curve and oper- ating range shown on Page E-1 to be sure your overall application allows pump to operate within To avoid air pockets which could affect pump prim- the safe operation range.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES Suction Line Positioning sump at a distance equal to 1 1/2 times the diame- ter of the suction line. The depth of submergence of the suction line is If there is a liquid flow from an open pipe into the critical to efficient pump operation.
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 DISCHARGE LINES Refer to the information which follows for installa- tion details for the liquid level sensing system pro- vided with your pump. Siphoning Float Switch Installation Do not terminate the discharge line at a level lower than that of the liquid being pumped unless a si- phon breaker is used in the line.
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES ENGINE (0.9) CONTROL (.76) (Emptying) (0.6) (Filling) (.46) OPERATING RANGE (0.3) CABLE (See Table Below) TETHER (.15) POINT (Emptying) (0.3) (0.6) (0.9) (1.2) APPROXIMATE FREE CORD LENGTH IN FT. (M) 1.25” Pipe (Filling) (Not Furnished) Figure 3.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES OPERATION --- SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. cated (see LUBRICATION in MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR). Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and The pump will begin to prime upon startup. The air decals attached to the pump.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES Liquid Temperature And Overheating AL’. After the engine starts and the unit is fully primed, adjust the engine RPM until the desired flow rate is achieved. The maximum liquid temperature for this pump is 160_ F (71_C). Do not apply it at a higher operating temperature.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES vacuum suction gauge readings regularly to detect normal for bearings, and they can operate safely to strainer blockage. at least 180_F (82_C). Checking bearing temperatures by hand is inaccu- Never introduce air or steam pressure into the rate.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES 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 and take precautions to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative.
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY Check strainer and clean if neces- Strainer clogged. PUMP STOPS OR FAILS TO DELIVER sary. RATED FLOW OR Check and clean check valve. Discharge check valve clogged. PRESSURE (cont.) Suction intake not submerged at Check installation and correct proper level or sump too small.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY BEARINGS RUN Bearing temperature is high, but Check bearing temperature regu- TOO HOT within limits. larly to monitor any increase. Low or incorrect lubricant. Check for proper type and level of lubricant.
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES Preventive Maintenance Schedule Service Interval* Item Daily Weekly Monthly Semi- Annually Annually General Condition (Temperature, Unusual Noises or Vibrations, Cracks, Leaks, Loose Hardware, Etc.) Pump Performance (Gauges, Speed, Flow) Bearing Lubrication Seal Lubrication (And Packing Adjustment, If So Equipped) V-Belts (If So Equipped) Air Release Valve Plunger Rod (If So Equipped)
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OM -- 05709 PA 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 PA3A60-- 4045T /S1 Based on 70_F (21_C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman-Rupp Company to verify per- formance or part numbers.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Model PA3A60---4045T /S1 (From S/N 1289536 up) ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE PUMP END ASSEMBLY 46133---655 --- --- --- POWER UNIT KIT 46143---022 --- --- --- BATTERY 29331---527 PUMP MOUNTING KIT 48157---008SP --- --- --- NOT SHOWN:...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 2. 46143---022 Power Unit Kit PAGE E -- 4 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES PARTS LIST 46143---023 Power Unit Kit ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE JOHN DEERE ENGINE 29224---133 --- --- --- BASE/FUEL TANK 41553---007 24150SP LIFTING BAIL KIT 48274---803SP --- --- --- MUFFLER GUARD ASSEMBLY 42331---061 --- --- --- MALE ELBOW 26351---131...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 3. PA3A60---(SAE 4/10) /S1 Pump End Assembly PAGE E -- 6 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES PARTS LIST PA3A60---(SAE 4/10) /S1 Pump End Assembly ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE PUMP ASSEMBLY 26837---001 --- --- --- ADAPTOR PLATE GASKET 26835---771 --- --- --- ADAPTOR PLATE 33541---056 15080 HEX HD CAPSCREW B0607 15991 LOCK WASHER...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 4. Pump Assembly PAGE E -- 8 MAINTENANCE & REPAIR...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES PARTS LIST Pump Assembly ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L ITEM PART NAME PART MAT’L NUMBER CODE NUMBER CODE PUMP CASING 26835--- 252 --- --- --- V-RING 26835--- 582 --- --- --- GREASE FITTING 26836--- 915 --- --- --- IMPELLER 26835--- 204...
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES SECTION DRAWING Figure 5. 44162---163 Drive Assembly ITEM PART MAT’L PART NAME NUMBER CODE COUPLING KIT 48112---007 --- --- --- ---BUSHING 24131---498 --- --- --- ---COUPLING ASSEMBLY 24391---103 --- --- --- LOCKWASHER 21171---536 --- --- --- SOCKET HEAD CAPSCREW B0606---1/2 15991...
OM -- 05709 PA 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. Follow the instructions on all tags, label and de- 6.
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 chamber assembly using a sling and a suitable lift- bar or rod through the discharge port to block im- ing device. Remove the hardware (6 and 7) and peller rotation. separate the priming chamber assembly, gasket The impeller screw is secured with “Loctite Thread- (8) and baffle (9) from the adaptor plate (3, Figure locker No.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES Remove the impeller screw and washer (53 and port the pump frame (15, Figure 4) using a suitable 54). Install two wedges, 180_ apart, along the im- hoist and sling. peller vanes between the impeller and back plate. Disengage the hardware (6 and 7) securing the en- Use a pair of hammers to tap both wedges at the gine bracket (18, Figure 4) to the engine bellhous-...
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 Disengage the capscrews (22) and remove the en- gine bracket (18) and shims (23 and 24). Tie and tag the shims or measure and record their thick- ness for ease of reassembly. Press the oil seal (21) Bearings must be kept free of all dirt and from the engine bracket.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES This should be done quickly, in one continuous seal (12) onto the shaft until the bracket seats motion, to prevent the bearing from cooling and against the frame (15). Use caution not to cut or roll sticking on the shaft.
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 engine bellhousing without pre-loading flammable. Use them only in a well ven- tilated area free from excessive heat, the bearings. sparks, and flame. Read and follow all With the flexible portion of the coupling and the precautions printed on solvent contain- bushing properly positioned on the shaft, tighten ers.
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OM -- 05709 PA SERIES O-RING SPRING RETAINER IMPELLER STATIONARY SEAT SHAFT SHAFT SLEEVE IMPELLER SHAFT SPRING HOLDER ROTATING ELEMENT BELLOWS Figure 9. Seal Assembly seal (26). Make sure the lip on the V-ring seats against the lip seal (26). Lubricate the O.D.
PA SERIES OM -- 05709 ing Removal. With the impeller immobilized, torque the impeller lock nut to 90 ft. lbs. (12,4 m. kg.). When installing the impeller, the capscrew Wear Ring And Pump Casing Installation must be long enough to enter the shaft at (Figure 5) least eight full threads.
OM -- 05709 PA SERIES or equivalent compound in the groove. Secure the gauge. When lubrication is required, remove the priming chamber lid and gasket with the hardware breather on top of the reservoir and add synthetic (6 and 7). oil of an ISO viscosity grade 22 or lower.
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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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