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OM‐01218‐04 January 14, 2025 INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL WITH PARTS LIST 0 SERIES PUMP MODEL 04C3-B GORMAN‐RUPP PUMPS www.grpumps.com 2025 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:...
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........PAGE I - 1 SAFETY ‐...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (continued) PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ‐ SECTION E ....PAGE E - 1 STANDARD PERFORMANCE CURVE ........PAGE E - 1 PARTS LISTS: Pump End Assembly...
0 SERIES OM-01218 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...
0 SERIES OM-01218 SAFETY ‐ SECTION A This information applies to 0 Series ba sic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no con trol over or particular knowledge of the power source which will be used. Refer This pump is designed to handle petro to the manual accompanying the power leum products or other clean liquids source before attempting to begin oper...
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OM-01218 0 SERIES tional Electric Code and all local codes. If there is a conflict between the instruc tions in the manual accompanying the unit and the National Electric Code or Do not operate the pump without the the applicable local code, the National shields and/or guards in place over the or local code shall take precedence.
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0 SERIES OM-01218 Never run this pump backwards. Be cer Pumps and related equipment must be in tain that rotation is correct before fully stalled and operated according to all na engaging the pump. tional, local and industry standards. SAFETY PAGE A - 3...
See Figure 1 for the approximate physical dimen some of the information such as mounting, line sions of this pump. OUTLINE DRAWING Figure 1. Pump Model 04C3-B INSTALLATION PAGE B - 1...
OM-01218 0 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 curred during shipment. Check as follows: Death or serious personal injury and damage to the pump or components a.
0 SERIES OM-01218 tion losses. Contact the factory to be sure your slopes down to the pump at any point along the overall application allows pump to operate within suction run, air pockets will be created. the safe operation range. Fittings Materials Suction lines should be the same size as the pump...
OM-01218 0 SERIES If it is necessary to position inflow close to the suc Suction Line Positioning tion inlet, install a baffle between the inflow and the The depth of submergence of the suction line is suction inlet at a distance 1‐1/2 times the diameter critical to efficient pump operation.
0 SERIES OM-01218 from excessive shock pressure and reverse rota the power source to ensure that the tion when it is stopped. pump will remain inoperative. Adjusting the alignment in one direction If the application involves a high discharge may alter the alignment in another direc head, gradually close the discharge tion.
OM-01218 0 SERIES every 90_. The coupling is in alignment when the Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu hubs are the same distance apart at all points (see facturer's instructions. If the belts are too loose, Figure 4). they will slip;...
OM-01218 0 SERIES OPERATION - SECTION C Review all SAFETY information in Section A. coming liquid to evacuate the air. After the pump and piping system have completely filled, evacu Follow the instructions on all tags, labels and ate any remaining air pockets in the pump or suc decals attached to the pump.
OM-01218 0 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. Leakage If an electric motor is used to drive the pump, re move V‐belts, couplings, or otherwise disconnect No leakage should be visible at pump mating sur...
OM-01218 0 SERIES maximum permissible operating pressure shown Cold Weather Preservation on the pump performance curve (see Section E, In below freezing conditions, drain the pump to Page 1). prevent damage from freezing. Also, clean out any solids by flushing with a hose. Operate the pump for approximately one minute;...
OM-01218 0 SERIES TROUBLESHOOTING - SECTION D Review all SAFETY information in Section A. Before attempting to open or service the pump: 1. Familiarize yourself with this man ual. 2. Lock out or disconnect the power source to ensure that the pump will remain inoperative.
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OM-01218 0 SERIES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDY Impeller or other wearing parts worn Replace worn or damaged parts. PUMP STOPS OR FAILS TO DELIVER or damaged. Check that impeller is properly RATED FLOW OR centered and rotates freely. PRESSURE (cont.) Impeller clogged.
OM-01218 0 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.
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 04C3-B Based on 70_ F (21_ C) clear water at sea level Contact the Gorman‐Rupp Company to verify per...
0 SERIES OM-01218 PARTS LIST Pump Model 04C3-B (From S/N 1873872 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...
OM-01218 0 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.
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0 SERIES OM-01218 from the shaft. Use caution when removing the im the pump or component only as high as peller; tension on the seal spring will be released as necessary and keep personnel away the impeller is removed. Retain the impeller key from suspended objects.
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OM-01218 0 SERIES bly. Disassemble the shaft and bearings only when there is evidence of wear or damage. NOTE Bearings must be kept free of all dirt and There are no provisions for draining the grease foreign material. Failure to do so will great from the pedestal cavity.
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0 SERIES OM-01218 be cleaned and inspected in place. It is strongly recommended that the bearings be replaced any time the shaft and bear ings are removed. When installing the shaft and bearings into the bearing bore, push against the outer The bearings may be heated to ease installation.
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OM-01218 0 SERIES Inspect the seal components for wear, scoring, faces to ensure that they are free of any foreign matter. grooves, and other damage that might cause leak age. If any components are worn, replace the com To ease installation of the seal, lubricate the bel plete seal;...
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0 SERIES OM-01218 over the shaft sleeve until the seal face is just flush badly worn. with the undercut end of the sleeve. For maximum pump efficiency, the impeller should Slide the assembled shaft sleeve and rotating por be centered within the volute scroll. tion of the seal onto the shaft until the polished faces contact.
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OM-01218 0 SERIES Final Pump Assembly ium based grease from a grease gun through the opening for the plug after each 250 hours of opera Be sure the pump and power source are securely tion or once each month, whichever comes first. mounted to the base.
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