Installation, Startup, Operating Instructions, Parts Pages, Repair Procedures
“L” Design Series
This service manual applies to products with Ordering
Codes like the sample in Figure 2.
CAUTION - Before performing any service
operation on any pump, be sure that all
pressure has been relieved from BOTH
SIDES of the system.
CAUTION - Before performing any service
operation on any pump, disconnect or lock
off power supply.
CAUTION - Before starting pump, be sure
that any resulting machine function will not
endanger persons or equipment.
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Each pump has an Ordering Code stamped on its
nameplate. See Figure 1 for the location of the
Ordering Code.
Basic Pump
Pump Size
Pressure
Rotation & Mounting
Seal Type
Mechanical Options
Control Options
Integral Operator
Design Letter
PVR50 - _ _ - _ - _ - 5 _ _ _ - L
Figure 2
INSTALLATION
PUMP DRIVE AND MOUNTING
When mounting the pump and motor, care must be
taken to align the pump and motor shafts within .003
T.I.R. Direct inline through a jaw type/flexible web
coupling is recommended for all Continental pumps.
Tire-type flexing elements and chain-type drives are
not recommended. With belt drives, please consult
factory.
To avoid axial and radial end loading of the pump
shaft, do not couple the pump and motor shafts
rigidly. Allow freedom at the coupling for the two
shafts to ride independently.
To prevent end loading, the space between the pump
and motor shaft ends should be 3/4 inch (19.1 mm)
for PVR50 pumps, or as the coupling manufacturer
specifies.
Model Code
50B15-RF-0-521-L
PIPING AND RESERVOIR
The pump should be mounted with a minimum
number of elbows or fittings. The pump suction
should be at least two (2) inch (50.8 mm) tube/pipe
for PVR50 pumps and 2-1/2 inch (63.5 mm) tube/pipe
for PVR50-70B pumps.
Figure 1
Form No. 256827 Rev. 11/08
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For any system and combination of piping except
High Water Based Fluids (HWBF), the vacuum at the
pump inlet must not exceed seven (7) inches of
Mercury, (5 inch Hg. for fire resistant fluids). HWBF
Pumps are to have a positive inlet head in the range
of 0.5-inch Hg. to 20 inch Hg.
Piping should be done with pickled pipe or seamless
tubing free of dirt and scale. Do not use galvanized
or other pipe that tends to flake off.
A 100-mesh screen (60 mesh for fire resistant and
HWBF) should be used on the pump suction line.
The screen should be located approximately two (2)
inches (50.8 mm) from the bottom of the tank. All
lines returning oil to the tank should discharge at least
two (2) inches (50.8 mm) below the minimum oil level
and should be separated from the pump suction area
by means of a baffle. These lines should also include
a 10-micron return line filter, with the exception of the
case drain line.
The pump case drain should be connected directly to
the tank. Pressure in excess of 10 psi (.7 bar) in the
case drain line can result in shaft seal leakage. It is
recommended that the case drain be returned to the
tank by a separate 1/2-inch (12.7 mm) minimum
inside diameter line.
STARTUP PROCEDURES
The following instructions apply for initial start-up of
the hydraulic pump. After an extended shutdown
period, start with item 5.
CAUTION - Never start a new pump installa tion against a blocked system.
5. Rotate pump and motor by hand to insure free
rotation.
6. Set the machine controls to open the circuit and
allow free flow from the pump back to tank or connect
the pump outlet line directly to tank. Jog the motor on
and off several times (on two seconds; off three
seconds) until the pump is primed. Check pump for
proper direction of rotation during the jogging.
7. After the pump has been primed, run it for several
minutes at lower than normal pressures with an open
or intermittently open system which permits oil flow.
This will purge entrapped air from the pump and
system.
8. Neither volume adjustment nor pressure
adjustment should be adjusted until the pump has
been primed and running, and air is purged.
9. After air has been purged from the system, the
system can be closed and the pump adjusted to the
required operating pressure.
10. If necessary, the volume adjustment can be
adjusted to limit maximum output to the desired
amount.
11. When replacing pumps, the suction screen in the
reservoir must be removed and thoroughly cleaned.
Also, the suction line from the reservoir to the pump
should be flushed inside and out to remove any
contaminants. Pieces of metal from a damaged pump
can back up into this line. If they are not removed,
they will be drawn into the new pump and destroy it.
Start unit by using proper pump start-up procedures
as previously stated.
1. Check the nameplate for model number and rpm.
The arrow on the pump casting and/or nameplate
indicates direction of rotation.
2. Pump suction line should extend below the lowest
point of oil level but not less than two (2) inches (50.8
mm) above reservoir bottom.
3. The pump and motor shafts must be aligned within
.003 inches (.08 mm). (See Pump Drive and Mounting
directions above for restrictions).
4. Connect the case drain directly to tank (or to a
heat exchanger if the pump will be deadheading for
long periods of time during operation) using a full-size
line corresponding to the case drain in the pump or
manifold. If connected to a heat exchanger, the case
drain line should be protected with a 10 psi (.7 bar)
maximum relief valve in parallel with the heat
exchanger. No other return lines should be connected
in common with the case drain return.
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CAUTION - If both pressure and volume
modifications are supplied on the pump, the
pressure should be adjusted before the
volume. Volume should be adjusted at
minimum pump pressure or at deadhead.
Stop adjustment at the volume screw when
pressure begins to drop.
OPERATION
PRESSURE AND VOLUME ADJUSTMENTS
Pressure Control
All pumps (except those with special volume or
pressure requirements) are adjusted to reduced
pressure before shipment and must be readjusted to
the required system pressure after installation and
start-up.
Form No. 256827 Rev. 11/08
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The pressure adjusting screw is located at the end
face of the compensator chamber. See parts page
item number 30. The adjusting screw has a right
hand thread; clockwise adjustment of the screw
increases the pressure; counterclockwise adjustment
reduces the pressure.
A pressure gauge located at the pump must be used
when making adjustments to ensure the pressure
settings do not exceed limits specified for the
particular pump or maximum system pressure.
Make all pressure settings with pump operating
against a closed circuit, that is with the output of the
pump blocked, and then check pressure throughout
the pump flow range.
Stop adjustment of the volume screw when pressure
begins to drop. See Sales Catalog for complete
pump performance specifications.
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES
To adjust the maximum output volume, use the
following steps:
1. Set the pump at minimum pressure.
2. Hand-tighten the volume screw until it touches the
pressure ring. NOTE: The pump should be at full flow
for this step.
3. See Pressure and Volume Adjustment Sensitivity
chart below.
Volume Control
Adjust volume at minimum pump pressure or at pump
deadhead. The volume adjusting screw is directly
opposite the pressure adjusting screw, see parts page
item number 29. The adjusting screw has a right
hand thread, turning the screw clockwise decreases
the maximum volume, turning the screw
counterclockwise increases the maximum volume.
Pumps are set at maximum rated volume at the
factory unless otherwise specified.
- Code 1800, 2400, 2500)
93 256744 Cap Plug 1
94 22 008345 Cap Plug 2
94 23 119799 Cap Plug 2
95* 70B 258775 Loctite #262 A.R.
97* 21, 22, 23, 31 258693 Spline Warning Tag 1
98* 143391 Grease A.R.
99* 132779 LED Plate #250 A.R.
* These Items Are Not Shown
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PVR50 PARTS DRAWINGS
9.40
(238.8)
MAX.
21.31
(541.3)
MAX.
VOLUME RATE
CONTROL VALVE
(CODE 9 ONLY)
37
33
50, 83, 84
34
34
23.90
(607.1)
MAX.
37
33
50, 83, 84
34
53
34
52
51
48
14.50
(368.3)
MAX.
PRESSURE RATE
CONTROL VALVE
(CODE 8 ONLY)
1.19
(30.2)
34
51
50, 83, 84
34
52
3132 34
3.06
(77.7)
Control Options
Code 17 Dual Pressure Control Without Integral Valve
Code 18** Dual Pressure Control With Integral Valve
Code 2400 Dual Volume Control Without Integral Valve
(32A, 42A, and 50B Only)
Code 24** Dual Volume Control With Integral Valve
Code 2500 Dual Pressure/Volume Control Without Integral Valve
(32A, 42A, and 50B Only)
Code 25** Dual Pressure/Volume Control With Integral Valve
Code 8 Rate Control Valve for Dual Pressure
Code 9 Rate Control Valve for Dual Volume
NOTE: Install #34 on Code 17 and 18** Only
(Code 8 Only).
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Form No. 256827 Rev. 11/08
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PVR50 PUMP REPAIR PROCEDURES
Spring Housing
C
L
Oil Groove Position
Align Split Line
With Thrust Screw
Item #21
Bushing Bearing Orientation
45°
Pressure Ring
Rotor Shaft
Vanes
Item #7
Ty pical Vane Installation
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
NOTE: Disassembling pump to change
components, or for any other reason, may
void the warranty. Refer to Policy
Statement and Discounts Summaries.
1. Remove the key (22) in the rotor shaft keyway.
2. Remove the eight cover bolts and slide the cover
back far enough on the shaft to break the seal
between the housing and cover to allow the pump to
drain. A small amount of oil may remain in the pump.
3. Remove the cover. Take care to avoid damage to
the bearing with the end of the shaft when the cover
is removed.
4. The port plate (4) may come out with the cover. Do
not let it drop off the locating pins.
5. Remove the vanes (7) with a long nosed pliers or
tweezers. There are four vanes in each slot, 52
vanes total.
6. Remove the rotorshaft (3) from the pump. Be sure
that the key (22) has been removed from the keyway
so that it will not damage the shaft seals when the
rotorshaft is removed.
REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
1. Clean and inspect parts to determine which parts
are worn enough to require replacement.
2. Assemble the new bearings (21) in the housing
and cover. The bearing OD's should be lubricated
before they are pressed in the bores. Care must be
taken to orient the "split" and the "oil groove" in the
bearing as shown in the illustration below.
3. After the bearings are in place, check to see that
the rotor shaft (3) will fit into the bearings and provide
a smooth turning fit. If the shaft turns hard, the
bearings should be removed and the bores checked
closely for nicks or burrs before pressing in the new
bearings.
4. Check all of the replacement parts for nicks or
burrs and then lubricate them with clean oil before
reassembly.
7. Turn the pressure adjustment screw (30)
counterclockwise to release the tension on the
governor spring.
8. Remove the pressure ring (6), ring shoe (11),
governor spring (9), retainer (41) and spring (10).
9. If the shaft seals (24) are to be removed they
should be pushed out from the inside of the housing
at this time. Care must be taken not to damage the
bearing bushing (21) in the housing while the shaft
seals are being removed. It is recommended that the
shaft seals be replaced whenever the pump is
disassembled for maintenance. The seals cannot be
reused once they have been removed.
10. The bearing bushing (21) in the pumps are
assembled with a press fit. If they are to be removed
at this time, the bearing in the housing should be
pressed out from the front. The cover bearing should
be pulled out using an expanding type puller. The
bearings should not be reused once they have been
removed.
11. It is unlikely that further disassembly will be
necessary in order to perform routine maintenance on
the pump.
5. Worn port (4) and thrust plates (5) should not be
reground to clean up the wear surface. If the plates
are ground, the assembly clearance will become
excessive and the seal rings in the thrust plate may
rupture. Replace worn port and thrust plates if
necessary.
6. Assemble the port plate (4) on the locating pins
(23) in the body housing. If the bores are not
concentric, the port plate must be rotated 180° on the
locating pins.
7. Assemble the springs (9 and 10) and ring shoe
(11), pressure ring (6) and rotorshaft (3).
8. To assure proper vane assembly, place the vanes
(7), four per slot, with the beveled edges facing each
other and against the pressure ring.
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9. Install the o-rings (14 and 16) into the thrust plate
.25 (6.35 mm)
.100 (2.54 mm)
Preload
(5) first and the square teflon seal rings (13 and 15)
should be assembled on top of them. Stretch the
larger soft seal ring slightly so it clings to the OD at
the cavity. Apply clean oil or STP to the back of the
thrust plate before it is placed on the locating pins in
the cover to help hold the parts together while they
are assembled.
14. Adjust the pressure adjustment screw (30) until it
just touches the spring and then give it one more turn
clockwise.
15. Turn pump upside down. Pour one cup of good
grade hydraulic fluid into the intake port while slowly
rotating the shaft in the direction shown by the
rotation arrow.
10. Before lifting the cover into the housing, check to
assure that the bore in the thrust plate is concentric to
the bearing bore in the cover. If the bores are not
concentric, the thrust plate must be rotated 180° on
the locating pins.
11. Assemble the cover (2) and thrust plate (5) onto
the housing (1) and align the bolt holes. Rotate the
shaft as the cover bolts (18) are tightened to assure
that the vanes are not cocked.
12. Torque the cover bolts to 100 lbs-ft. The shaft
should turn by hand when assembly is complete.
13. Lubricate the ID of the shaft seals (24) and press
it into the housing to the depth shown below. Note
the "lips to the inside" orientation of the seals.
16. The pump is now ready to test. Refer to front of
this manual for start-up procedure.
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