Gorman-Rupp Pumps VGH1 1-2C31-B User Manual
PUBLICATION NUMBER OM--05146
August 7, 2000
VGH SERIES PUMPS
THE GORMAN-RUPP COMPANY D MANSFIELD, OHIO
GORMAN-RUPP OF CANADA LIMITED D ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO, CANADA Printed in U.S.A.
eCopyright by the Go rman-Rupp Company
OM--05146 VGH SERIES
INTRODUCTION
Thank You for purchasing a Gorman-Rupp Self-
Priming Centrifugal Pump. Read this manual
carefully to learn how to safely install and operate
your pump. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or damage to the pump.
A set of three manuals accompanies your pump.
Each set consists of three parts; the
Operation Manual
on installing and operating the pumps. However,
since pump installations are seldom identical,
some of the information only summarizes general
recommendations and practices required to inspect, position, and arrange the pump and piping.
The Parts List Manual
curve(s), a pump model cross-section drawing,
and parts list for your pump.
The Maintenance and Repair Manual
troubleshooting and maintenance instructions required to properly diagnose operational problems,
and to service the pump components.
Because pump installations are seldom identical,
this manual cannot possibly provide detailed in-
contains essential information
provides performance
Installation/
provides
structions and precautions for every aspect of
each specific application. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the owner/installer of the pump to
ensure that applications not addressed in this
manual are performed only after establishing that
neither operator safety nor pump integrity are compromised by the installation. Pumps and related
equipment must be installed and operated ac-
cording to all national, local and industry standards.
If there are any questions regarding the pump
which are not covered in this manual or in other literature accompanying the unit, please contact
your Gorman-Rupp distributor or the GormanRupp Company:
The Gorman-Rupp Company
P.O. Box 1217
Mansfield, Ohio 44901--1217
or:
Gorman-Rupp of Canada Limited
70 Burwell Road
St. Thomas, Ontario N5P 3R7
CONTENTS
SAFETY -- SECTION A
INSTALLATION -- SECTION B
GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE B --- 1.....................................................
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION PAGE B --- 1...............................................
P O S I T I O N I N G P U M P PA G E B --- 1..........................................................
SUCTION AND DISCHARGE PIPING PAGE B --- 2............................................
AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVE PAGE B --- 5..............................................
ALIGNMENT PA G E B --- 7.................................................................
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS PAGE B --- 9..................................................
OPERATION -- SECTION C
PRIMING PA G E C --- 1....................................................................
STARTING PA G E C --- 1...................................................................
OPERATION PA G E C --- 2.................................................................
STOPPING PA G E C --- 3...................................................................
BEARING TEMPERATURE CHECK PAGE C --- 4.............................................
LUBRICATION PA G E C --- 4................................................................
INTRODUCTION
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OM--05146VGH SERIES
RECORDING MODEL AND
WARRANTY INFORMATION
SERIAL NUMBERS
The warranty provided with your pump is part of
Please record the 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:
The following are used to alert personnel to procedures which require special attention, to those which
could damage equipment, and to those which could be dangerous to personnel:
Immediate hazards which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death. These
instructions describe the procedure required and the injury which will result
from failure to follow the procedure.
Gorman-Rupp’s support program for customers
who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this and the other accompanying literature. Please note that should the equipment be
abused or modified to change its performance beyond the original factory specifications, the warranty will become void and any claim will be denied.
Hazards or unsafe practices whichCOULD
result in minor personal injury or productor
property damage. These instructions describe the requirements and the p ossible
damage which could result from failure to
follow the procedure.
Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in severe personal injury
or death. These instructions describe
the procedure required and the injury
which could result from failure to follow
the procedure.
NOTE
Instructions to aid in installation, operation, and
maintenance or which clarify a procedure.
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INTRODUCTION
VGH SERIES
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SAFETY - SECTION A
This information applies to the VGH Series Basic Pumps. These pumps are ba sic, pedestal -mounted model and may
be driven by either an electric motor,
gasoline or diesel engine. Refer to the
manual accompanying the power
source before attempting to begin operation.
This manual will alert personnel to
known procedures which require special attention, to those which could
damage equipment, and to those which
could be dangerous to personnel. However, thismanual cannot possibly antici pate and provide detailed instructions
and precautions for every situation that
might occur during maintenance of the
unit. Therefore, it is the responsibility of
the owner/maintenance personnel to
ensure that only safe, established maintenance procedures are used, and that
any procedures not addressed in this
manual are performed only after establishing that neither personal safety nor
pump integ rity are compromised by
such practices.
In addition to this manual, see the separate literature covering maintenance
and repair, pump parts, and any optional
equipment shipped with the pump.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates, or
plugs.
5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
6. Vent the pump slowly and cautiously.
7. Drain the pump.
Do not attempt to pump any liqui d s the
pump has not been designed for, and
which may damage the pump or endanger personnel as a result of pump failure. Consult the factory to determine
compatibilitybetween the pump and liquid.
Use lifting and moving equipment in
good repair and with adequate capacity
to prevent injuries to personnel or damage to equipment. Suction and discharge hoses and piping must be re moved from the pump before lifting.
Before attempting to open or service the
pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this manual.
2. Disconnect or lock out the power
source and take necessary precautions to en sure that the pump
will remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool
if overheated.
After the pump has been positioned,
make c ertain that the pump and all piping or hose connections are tight, prop erly supported and secure before operation.
Do not operate the pump against a
closed discharge valve for long periods
oftime.Ifoperatedagainstacloseddischarge valve, pump components will
deteriorate, and the liquid could come
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to a boil, build pressure, and cause the
pump casing to rupture or e xplode.
Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
pipe plugs, or fittings from an overheated pump. Vapor pressure within the
pump can cause parts being disengaged to be ejected with great force. Allow the pump to cool before servicing.
Never run this pump backwards. Be certain that rotation is correct before fully
engaging the pump.
tools, causing severe injury to personnel.
If the pump is powered by an electric
motor, do not operate a non-explosion
proof motor in an explosive atmosphere. An explosion, which may cause
severe personal injury or death, could
result. Install, connect and operate the
motor in accordance with the National
Electric Code and all local codes. If
there is a c onflict between the instructions in the manual accompanying the
unit and the National Elec tric Code or
applicable local code, the National or
Local code shall take precedence. All
electrical equipment supplied with the
pump conforms to applicable federal
regulations and national codes in effect
on the date of manufacture.
If the p ump i s used to pump m aterials
which c ould cause serious illness or in jury through di rect exposure or emitted
fumes, wear protective clothing, such
as rubber gloves, face mask, and rubber
apron, as necessary before disassembling the pump or piping.
Do not operate the pump without
shields and/or guards in place over the
drive shafts, belts, and/or couplings, or
other rotating parts. Exposed rotating
parts can catch clothing, fingers, or
If the pump is electric motor driven, the
electrical power used t o operate the
pump is high enough to cause injury or
death. Obtain the services of a qualified
electrician to trouble shoot, test and/or
service the electrical components of
this pu mp.
Pumps and related equipment must be installed and operated according to all national, local and industry standards.
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INSTALLATION --- SECTION B
Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
Since pump installations are seldom identical, this
section offers only general recommendations and
practices required to inspect, position, and ar range the pump and piping.
Most of the information pertains to a standard
static lift application where the pump is positioned
above the free level of liquid to be pumped.
If installed in a flooded suction application where
the liquid is supplied to the pump under pressure,
some of the information such as mounting, line
configuration, and priming must be tailored to the
specific application. Since the pressure supplied
to the pump is critical to performance and safety,
be sure to limit the incoming pressure to 50% of the
maximum permissible operating pressure as
shown on the pump performance curve (see Parts
List Manual).
For further assistance, contact your Gorman-Rupp
distributor or the Gorman-Rupp Company.
c. Carefully read all tags, decals, and markings
on the pump assembly, and perform all duties
indicated. Note that the pump shaft rotates in
the required direction.
d. Check levels and lubricate as necessary. Re-
fer to LUBRICATION in the MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR section of this manual and any
other literature accompanying the unit and
perform duties as instructed.
e. If the pump and power s ource have been
stored for more than 12 months, some of the
components or lubricants may have exceeded their maximum shelf life. These must
be inspected or replaced to ensure maximum pump service.
If the maximum shelf life has been exceeded, or if
anything appears to be abnormal, contact your
Gorman-Rupp distributor or the factory to determine the repair or updating policy. Do not put the
pump into service until appropriate action has
been taken.
Pump Dimensions
See the individual pump specification data sheet
for the approximate physical dimensions of the
pump.
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION
The pump assembly was inspected and tested before shipment from the factory. Before installation,
inspect the pump for damage which may have occurred during shipment. Check as follows:
a. Inspect the pump and power source (if so
equipped) for cracks, dents, damaged
threads, and other obvious damage.
b. Check for and tighten loose attaching hard-
ware. Since gaskets tend to shrink after drying, check for loose hardware at mating surfaces.
POSITIONING PUMP
Lifting
Use lifting equipment with a capacity of at least 5
times the weight of the pump, not including the
weight of accessories, or optionalequipment. Customer installed equipment such as suction and discharge pipingmust be removed before attempting
to lift.
Thepumpassemblycanbeseriously
damaged if the chains or cables used to lift
and move the unit are improperly wrapped
around the pump.
See the individual pump specification data sheet
for the approximate weight of the pump.
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