Gorman-rupp-pumps 68A2-B 818301 and up User Manual

ACE OM−01467−06March 3, 1985Rev. B 06-03-10THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIOwww.grpumps.comGORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED D ST. THOMAS, ONTARI

60 SERIES OM−01467PAGE B − 3INSTALLATIONLines near the pump must be independently sup-ported to avoid strain on the pump which couldcause excessive vi

OM−01467 60 SERIESPAGE B − 4 INSTALLATIONNOTEThe pipe submergence required may be reducedby installing a standard pipe increaser fitting at theend of

60 SERIES OM−01467PAGE B − 5INSTALLATIONALIGNMENTThe alignment of the pump and its power source iscritical for trouble-free mechanical operation. Inei

OM−01467 60 SERIESPAGE B − 6 INSTALLATIONthe belts are a matched set; unmatched sets willcause accelerated belt wear.MISALIGNED:SHAFTSNOT PARALLELMISA

60 SERIES OM−01467PAGE B − 7INSTALLATIONer at the measured belt span. Set the small O-ringon the deflection force scale to zero.Place the tension test

OM−01467 60 SERIESPAGE B − 8 INSTALLATIONTable 1. Sheave Diameter (Inches)Deflection Force (Lbs.)CrossSectionSmallestSheaveDiameterRangeR.P.M.RangeUse

OM−0146760 SERIESOPERATION PAGE C − 1OPERATION − SECTION CReview all SAFETY information in Section A.Follow the instructions on all tags, labels andde

OM−0146760 SERIESOPERATIONPAGE C − 2from the shaft and seriously damage thepump.Consult the operating manual furnished with thepower source before att

OM−0146760 SERIESOPERATION PAGE C − 3equipment. If backflushing is absolutely neces-sary, liquid pressure must be limited to 50% of themaximum permiss

OM−0146760 SERIESTROUBLESHOOTING PAGE D − 1TROUBLESHOOTING − SECTION DReview all SAFETY information in Section A.Before attempting to open or service

Register your newGorman-Rupp pump online atwww.grpumps.comValid serial number and e-mail address required.RECORD YOUR PUMP MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERPlea

OM−01467 60 SERIESTROUBLESHOOTINGPAGE D − 2TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE REMEDYPUMP STOPS ORFAILS TO DELIVERRATED FLOW ORPRESSURE (cont.)PUMP REQUIR

OM−0146760 SERIESTROUBLESHOOTING PAGE D − 3PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCESince pump applications are seldom identical, andpump wear is directly affected by su

OM−0146760 SERIESMAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 1PUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR − SECTION EMAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE WEARING PARTS OF THE PUMP WIL

60 SERIES OM−01467MAINTENANCE & REPAIRPAGE E − 2SECTION DRAWINGPARTS PAGEFigure 1. Pump Model 68A2−B

ITEM NO.PART NAME PART NUMBERMAT’LCODEQTY ITEM NO.PART NAME PART NUMBERMAT’LCODEQTYOM−0146760 SERIESMAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 3PARTS LISTPump

60 SERIES OM−01467MAINTENANCE & REPAIRPAGE E − 4PUMP AND SEAL DISASSEMBLYAND REASSEMBLYReview all SAFETY information in Section A.Follow the instr

OM−0146760 SERIESMAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 5dog in a counterclockwise direction (when facingthe drive end of the shaft) as shown in Figure 2.U

60 SERIES OM−01467MAINTENANCE & REPAIRPAGE E − 6Loosen. but do not remove, the two machinescrews (24) in the bearing retainer (21) and pry thereta

OM−0146760 SERIESMAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 7oil and the container must be absolutely clean. Ifthe oil has been previously used, it must be tho

60 SERIES OM−01467MAINTENANCE & REPAIRPAGE E − 8Seal Reassembly and Installation(Figures 1 and 3)Clean the seal cavity and shaft with a cloth soak

TABLE OF CONTENTSiINTRODUCTION PAGE I − 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAFETY - SE

OM−0146760 SERIESMAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 9This seal is not designed for operation attemperatures above 110_F (43_C). Do notuse at higher op

60 SERIES OM−01467MAINTENANCE & REPAIRPAGE E − 10Final Pump ReassemblyBe sure all hardware and drain plugs are tight, andthat the pump is secure t

OM−0146760 SERIESMAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 11cant regularly for evidence of rust or mois-ture condensation. This is especially im-portant in a

For U.S. and International Warranty Information,Please Visit www.grpumps.com/warrantyor call:U.S.: 419−755−1280International: +1−419−755−1352For Canad

TABLE OF CONTENTS(continued)iiPUMP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR - SECTION E PAGE E − 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STANDARD PERFORMANCE CURVE PAGE E −

60 SERIESOM−01467PAGE I − 1INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTIONThank You for purchasing a Gorman-Rupp pump.Read this manual carefully to learn how to safelyinstal

60 SERIESOM−01467PAGE A − 1SAFETYSAFETY - SECTION AThis information applies to 60 Series ba-sic pumps. Gorman-Rupp has no con-trol over or particular

60 SERIESOM−01467PAGE A − 2 SAFETYOverheated pumps can cause severeburns and injuries. If overheating of thepump occurs:1. Stop the pump immediately.2

60 SERIES OM−01467PAGE B − 1INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION − SECTION BReview all SAFETY information in Section A.Since pump installations are seldom identic

OM−01467 60 SERIESPAGE B − 2 INSTALLATIONOnly operate this pump in the direction in-dicated by the arrow on the pump bodyand on the accompanying decal