This ap swing check valve pump is powered by compressed air and is a 1:1
pressure ratio design. It alternately pressurizes the inner side of one diaphragm
chamber, while simultaneously exhausting the other inner chamber. This causes the
diaphragms, which are connected by a common rod, to move endwise. Air pressure
is applied over the entire surface of the diaphragm, while liquid is discharged from
the opposite side. The diaphragm operates under a balanced condition during the
discharge stroke, which allows the unit to be operated at discharge heads over 200
feet (61 meters) of water head.
Since the diaphragms are connected by a common rod, secured by plates to the
center of the diaphragms, one diaphragm performs the discharge stroke, while the
other is pulled to perform the suction stroke in the opposite chamber.
For maximum diaphragm life, keep the pump as close to the liquid being pumped
as possible. Positive suction head in excess of 10 feet of liquid (3.048 meters) may
require a back pressure regulating device. This will maximize diaphragm life.
Alternate pressuring and exhausting of the diaphragm chamber is performed by
means of an externally mounted, pilot operated, four-way spool type air distribution
valve. When the spool shifts to one end of the valve body, inlet air pressure is applied
to one diaphragm chamber and the other diaphragm chamber exhausts. When the
spool shifts to the opposite end of the valve body, the porting of chambers is reversed.
The air distribution valve spool is moved by an internal pilot valve which alternately
pressurizes one side of the air distribution valve spool, while exhausting the other
side. The pilot valve is shifted at each end of the diaphragm stroke by the diaphragm
plate coming in contact with the end of the pilot spool. This pushes it into position for
shifting of the air distribution valve.
The chambers are manifolded together with a suction and discharge ap-type
check valve for each chamber, maintaining ow in one direction through the pump.
Type 5
INSTALLATION & START-UP
Locate the pump as close to the product being pumped as possible, keeping
suction line length and number of ttings to a minimum. Do not reduce line size.
For installations of rigid piping, short exible sections of hose should be installed
between pump and piping. This reduces vibration and strain to the piping system.
A Warren Rupp Tranquilizer
pulsation in ow.
This pump was tested at the factory prior to shipment and is ready for operation.
It is completely self-priming from a dry start for suction lifts of 20 feet (6.096 meters)
or less. For suction lifts exceeding 20 feet of liquid, ll the chambers with liquid prior
to priming.
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surge suppressor is recommended to further reduce
AIR SUPPLY
Air supply pressures cannot exceed 125 psi (8.61 bar). Connect the pump air inlet
to an air supply of sufcient capacity and pressure required for desired performance.
When the air line is solid piping, use a short length of exible hose [not less than
3/4" (19mm) in diameter] between pump and piping to eliminate strain to pipes.
For start-up, open an air valve approximately 1/2" to 3/4" turn. After the unit primes,
an air valve can be opened to increase ow as desired. If opening the valve increases
cycling rate, but does not increase ow rate, cavitation has occurred, and the valve
should be closed slightly.
For the most efcient use of compressed air and the longest diaphragm life, throttle
the air inlet to the lowest cycling rate that does not reduce ow.
A NOTE ABOUT AIR VALVE LUBRICATION
The SANDPIPER pump’s pilot valve and main air valve assemblies are designed
to operate WITHOUT lubrication. This is the preferred mode of operation. There may
be instances of personal preference, or poor quality air supplies when lubrication of
the compressed air supply is required. The pump air system will operate with properly
lubricated compressed air supplies. Proper lubrication of the compressed air supply would entail the use of an air line lubricator (available from Warren Rupp) set to
deliver one drop of 10 wt., non-detergent oil for every 20 SCFM of air the pump consumed at its point of operation. Consult the pump’s published Performance Curve to
determine this.
It is important to remember to inspect the sleeve and spool set routinely. It should
move back and forth freely. This is most important when the air supply is lubricated.
If a lubricator is used, oil accumulation will, over time, collect any debris from the
compressed air. This can prevent the pump from operating properly.
Water in the compressed air supply can create problems such as icing or freezing of the exhaust air causing the pump to cycle erratically, or stop operating. This
can be addressed by using a point of use air dryer to supplement a plant’s air drying
equipment. This device will remove excess water from the compressed air supply and
alleviate the icing or freezing problem.
ESADS: EXTERNALLY SERVICEABLE AIR
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
Please refer to the exploded view drawing and parts list in the Service Manual
supplied with your pump. If you need replacement or additional copies, contact your
local Warren Rupp Distributor, or the Warren Rupp factory Literature Department at
the number shown below. To receive the correct manual, you must specify the MODEL
and TYPE information found on the name plate of the pump.
MODELS WITH 1" SUCTION/DISCHARGE OR LARGER,
AND METAL CENTER SECTIONS:
The main air valve sleeve and spool set is located in the valve body mounted on
the pump with four hex head capscrews. The valve body assembly is removed from
the pump by removing these four hex head capscrews.
With the valve body assembly off the pump, access to the sleeve and spool set
is made by removing four hex head capscrews (each end) on the end caps of the
valve body assembly. With the end caps removed, slide the spool back and forth in
the sleeve. The spool is closely sized to the sleeve and must move freely to allow for
proper pump operation. An accumulation of oil, dirt or other contaminants from the
pump’s air supply, or from a failed diaphragm, may prevent the spool from moving
freely. This can cause the spool to stick in a position that prevents the pump from
operating. If this is the case, the sleeve and spool set should be removed from the
valve body for cleaning and further inspection.
Remove the spool from the sleeve. Using an arbor press or bench vise (with an
improvised mandrel), press the sleeve from the valve body. Take care not to damage
the sleeve. At this point, inspect the o-rings on the sleeve for nicks, tears or abrasions.
Damage of this sort could happen during assembly or servicing. A sheared or cut
o-ring can allow the pump’s compressed air supply to leak or bypass within the air
valve assembly, causing the pump to leak compressed air from the pump air exhaust
or not cycle properly. This is most noticeable at pump dead head or high discharge
pressure conditions. Replace any of these o-rings as required or set up a routine,
preventive maintenance schedule to do so on a regular basis. This practice should
include cleaning the spool and sleeve components with a safety solvent or equivalent,
inspecting for signs of wear or damage, and replacing worn components.
To re-install the sleeve and spool set, lightly lubricate the o-rings on the sleeve
with an o-ring assembly lubricant or lightweight oil (such as 10 wt. air line lubricant).
Re-install one end cap, gasket and bumper on the valve body. Using the arbor press
or bench vise that was used in disassembly, carefully press the sleeve back into the
valve body, without shearing the o-rings. You may have to clean the surfaces of the
valve body where the end caps mount. Material may remain from the old gasket. Old
material not cleaned from this area may cause air leakage after reassembly. Take care
that the bumper stays in place allowing the sleeve to press in all the way. Reinstall the
spool, opposite end cap, gasket and bumper on the valve body. After inspecting and
cleaning the gasket surfaces on the valve body and intermediate, reinstall the valve
body on the pump using new gaskets. Tighten the four hex head capscrews evenly
and in an alternating cross pattern.
AIR EXHAUST
If a diaphragm fails, the pumped liquid or fumes can enter the air end of the pump,
and be exhausted into the atmosphere. When pumping hazardous or toxic materials,
pipe the exhaust to an appropriate area for safe disposition.
This pump can be submerged if materials of construction are compatible with the
liquid. The air exhaust must be piped above the liquid level. Piping used for the air
exhaust must not be smaller than 1" (2.54 cm). Reducing the pipe size will restrict
air ow and reduce pump performance .When the product source is at a higher level
than the pump (ooded suction), pipe the exhaust higher than the product source to
prevent siphoning spills. (See page 7)
Freezing or icing-up of the air exhaust can occur under certain temperature and
humidity conditions. Use of an air dryer unit should eliminate most icing problems.
BETWEEN USES
When used for materials that tend to settle out or transform to solid form, the pump
should be completely ushed after each use, to prevent damage. Product remaining
in the pump between uses could dry out or settle out. This could cause problems
with valves and diaphragms at re-start. In freezing temperatures, the pump must be
drained between uses in all cases.
CHECK VALVE SERVICING
Valve inspection requires removal of (4) 3/8" hex nuts. On the suction side the ange,
when removed, carries the valve and seat as an assembly. On the discharge side,
the valve and seat will stay with the diaphragm housing. Visual inspection and cleaning is possible. If parts are to be replaced, remove the self locking nuts and all parts
are accessible.
DIAPHRAGM SERVICING
Diaphragms can be inspected or the diaphragm assembly removed without
removing the suction and discharge anges. Remove (8) nuts around the chamber
ange, and the housing assembly will pull off. Check valves can be inspected for
proper seating at this point as well as the diaphragm. Use care to keep foreign matter from behind the diaphragm. The opposite diaphragm may be inspected by the
same procedure. If either diaphragm has to be replaced, follow closely these steps:
Pull the outer diameter of one diaphragm off the (8) capscrews. NOTE: One side
only! On the free diaphragm assembly, use a 3/8" allen wrench to turn the assembly (diaphragm, plates and screw) loose from the shaft. Once the assembly
has turned, it will turn out by hand by use of the diaphragm. Now the opposite diaphragm assembly and the drive shaft will pull free from the capscrews and pump
intermediate assembly. The interior components consisting of sleeve bearings, rod
seals, and pilot valve actuator bushings are now accessible for service if required.
Hold the shaft in a clamping device making sure to protect surface of shaft so as not to
scratch or mar it in any way. The diaphragm assembly will turn loose. To disassemble
the components, turn a 1/4"-20 capscrew by hand into the tapped hole in the inner
plate. This keeps the plate from turning while the socket head capscrew is removed.
To do this, place assembly in a vise so the two protruding ends of screws are loose
in the vise jaws (about 3/4" apart). Turn the center screw loose from the back plate
and the assembly will come apart.
All procedures for reassembling the pump are the reverse of the previous instructions with further instructions as shown:
1. The diaphragm assemblies are to be installed with the natural bulge outward or
toward the head of the center screw. Make sure both plates are installed with outer
radii against the diaphragm. After all components are in position in a vise and hand
tight, set a torque wrench for 480 inch pounds (40 ft. pounds) (54.23 Newton meters)
using a (3/8") allen head socket. After each diaphragm sub assembly has been completed, thread one assembly into the shaft (held near the middle in a vise having soft
jaws to protect the nish) making sure the stainless steel washer is in place on the
capscrew.
Make sure 1/4"-20 mounting screw has been removed and that the bumper (Item
#19 on drawing) is in place in the shaft.
Install this sub assembly into the pump and secure by placing the outer chamber
housing and capscrews on the end with the diaphragm. This will hold the assembly
in place while the opposite side is installed. Make sure the last diaphragm assembly
is torqued to 30 ft. lbs. (40.67 Newton meters) before placing the outer diaphragm
over the capscrews. If the holes in the diaphragm ange do not line up with the holes
in the chamber ange, turn the diaphragm assembly in the direction of tightening
to align the holes so that the capscrews can be inserted. This nal torquing of the
last diaphragm assembly will lock the two diaphragm assemblies together. Place
remaining outer chamber on the open end and tighten down the securing nuts gradually and evenly on both sides.
Caution should be used while reassembling check valves. The valves are designed
for some preload over the retainer hinge pad. This is done to insure proper face contact
with the seat. After all parts are in place, tighten the lock nuts down on the assembly
to the point where visual inspection shows that seat and valve face mate without gap.
This is important for dry prime. However, after priming action has started, valves will
function due to differential pressure without concern or trouble.
PILOT VALVE
The pilot valve assembly is accessed by removing the main air distribution valve
body from the pump and lifting the pilot valve body out of the intermediate housing.
Most problems with the pilot valve can be corrected by replacing the o-rings.
Always grease the spool prior to inserting it into the sleeve. If the sleeve is removed
from the body, reinsertion must be at the chamfered side. Grease the o-rings to slide
the sleeve into the valve body. Securely insert the retaining ring around the sleeve.
When reinserting the pilot valve, push both plungers (located inside the intermediate
bracket) out of the path of the pilot valve spool ends to avoid damage.
PILOT VALVE ACTUATOR
Bushings for the pilot valve actuators are threaded into the intermediate bracket
from the outside. The plunger may be removed for inspection or replacement. First
remove the air distribution valve body and the pilot valve body from the pump. The
plungers can be located by looking into the intermediate. It may be necessary to use
a ne piece of wire to pull them out. The bushing can be turned out through the inner chamber by removing the outer chamber assembly. Replace the bushings if pins
have bent.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM: Pump cycles but will not pump. (Note: higher suction lifts require faster
cycling speed for priming.)
POSSIBLE CAUSES:
A. Air leak in suction line.
B. Excessive suction lift.
C. Check valve not seating properly.
D. Leakage at joint of suction manifold or elbow ange.
E. Suction line or strainer plugged.
F. Diaphragm ruptured.
PROBLEM: Pump will not cycle. (Note: Always disconnect air supply to relieve air
pressure before disassembling any portion of pump.)
POSSIBLE CAUSES:
A. Discharge hose or line plugged, or discharge head requirement greater than air
supply pressure. (Disconnect discharge line to check.)
B. Spool in air distribution valve not shifting. (Remove end cap and check spool —
must slide freely.)
C. Diaphragm ruptured. (Air will escape out discharge line in this case.)
D. Blockage in diaphragm chamber preventing movement. (Shut off air supply and
reopen after pressure is relieved.)
PROBLEM: Uneven discharge ow. (Indicates one chamber not operating properly.)
POSSIBLE CAUSES:
A. Check valve not sealing properly in one chamber.
B. Diaphragm failure in one chamber.
C. Air leak at suction manifold joint or elbow ange one side.
For additional information, see the Warren Rupp Troubleshooting Guide.
WARRANTY:
This unit is guaranteed for a period of ve years against defective material and
workmanship.
Grounding The Pump
ONE EYELET IS FASTENED TO THE PUMP HARDWARE.
ONE EYELET IS INSTALLED TO A TRUE EARTH GROUND.
(REQUIRES A 5/16 OR 8MM MAXIMUM DIAMETER BOLT)
This 8 foot long (244 centimeters)
Ground Strap, part number
920-025-000, can be ordered as a
service item.
To reduce the risk of static electrical
sparking, this pump must be grounded.
Check the local electrical code for
detailed grounding instruction and the
type of equipment required.
WARNING
Take action to prevent static
sparking. Fire or explosion
can result, especially when
handling flammable liquids. The pump,
piping, valves, containers or other
miscellaneous equipment must be
grounded.
Read these safety warnings
and instructions in this
and instructions in this
manual completely, before
manual completely, before
installation and start-up
of the pump. It is the responsibility of the purchaser
of the pump. It is the responsibility of the purchaser
to retain this manual for reference. Failure to comply
to retain this manual for reference. Failure to comply
with the recommendations stated in this manual
with the recommendations stated in this manual
will damage the pump, and void factory warranty.
will damage the pump, and void factory warranty.
Follow recommended torques stated in this manual.
gas will void the warranty.
a product which is hazardous or toxic, the air
exhaust must be piped to an appropriate area for
safe disposition.
installation and start-up
CAUTION
Before pump operation,
inspect all gasketed fasteners
for looseness caused by
gasket creep. Re-torque loose
fasteners to prevent leakage.
CAUTION
Pump not designed,
tested or certied to be
powered by compressed
natural gas. Powering
the pump with natural
WARNING
In the event of diaphragm
rupture, pumped material
may enter the air end of the
pump, and be discharged into
the atmosphere. If pumping
WARNING
Take action to prevent static
sparking. Fire or explosion
can result, especially when
handling ammable liquids.
The pump, piping, valves,
containers or other miscellaneous equipment
must be grounded. (See page 32)
WARNING
This pump is pressurized
internally with air pressure
during operation. Always
make certain that all bolting
is in good condition and that
all of the correct bolting is
reinstalled during assembly.
WARNING
When used for toxic or
aggressive uids, the pump
should always be flushed
clean prior to disassembly.
WARNING
Before doing any main-
tenance on the pump,
be certain all pressure is
completely vented from the
pump, suction, discharge,
piping, and all other openings and connections.
Be certain the air supply is locked out or made
non-operational, so that it cannot be started while
work is being done on the pump. Be certain that
approved eye protection and protective clothing are
worn all times in the vicinity of the pump. Failure to
follow these recommendations may result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING
Airborne particles and loud
noise hazards.
Wear ear and eye protection.
WARNING
Before maintenance or repair,
shut off the com-pressed air
line, bleed the pressure, and
disconnect the air line from
the pump. The discharge line
may be pressurized and must
be bled of its pressure.
WARNING
Use safe practices
when lifting
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RECYCLING
Many components of SANDPIPER® AODD pumps are made
of recyclable materials (see chart on page 8 for material
specications). We encourage pump users to recycle worn out parts
and pumps whenever possible, after any hazardous pumped uids
are thoroughly ushed.
Pump complies with EN809 Pumping Directive, Directive 2006/42/EC Machinery, according to
Annex VIII.
Pump complies with Directive 94/9/EC, EN13463-1
Equipment for use in Potentially Explosive Environments.
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For reference to the directive certicates visit: www.warrenrupp.com.
Material Codes - The Last 3 Digits of Part Numbers
000.....Assembly, sub-assembly;
and some purchased items
010.....Cast Iron
015.....Ductile Iron
020.....Ferritic Malleable Iron
080.....Carbon Steel, AISI B-1112
110 .....Alloy Type 316 Stainless Steel
111 ..... Alloy Type 316 Stainless Steel
(Electro Polished)
112 .....Alloy C
113 .....Alloy Type 316 Stainless Steel
(Hand Polished)
114 .....303 Stainless Steel
115 .....302/304 Stainless Steel
117 .....440-C Stainless Steel (Martensitic)
120.....416 Stainless Steel
(Wrought Martensitic)
148.....Hardcoat Anodized Aluminum
150.....6061-T6 Aluminum
152.....2024-T4 Aluminum (2023-T351)
155.....356-T6 Aluminum
156.....356-T6 Aluminum
157.....Die Cast Aluminum Alloy #380
158.....Aluminum Alloy SR-319
162.....Brass, Yellow, Screw Machine Stock
165.....Cast Bronze, 85-5-5-5
166.....Bronze, SAE 660
170.....Bronze, Bearing Type,
Oil Impregnated
180.....Copper Alloy
305.....Carbon Steel, Black Epoxy Coated
306.....Carbon Steel, Black PTFE Coated
307.....Aluminum, Black Epoxy Coated
308.....Stainless Steel, Black PTFE Coated
309.....Aluminum, Black PTFE Coated
313.....Aluminum, White Epoxy Coated
330.....Zinc Plated Steel
332.....Aluminum, Electroless Nickel Plated
333.....Carbon Steel, Electroless
Nickel Plated
335.....Galvanized Steel
337.....Silver Plated Steel
351.....Food Grade Santoprene
®
353.....Geolast; Color: Black
354.....Injection Molded #203-40
Santoprene
®
Duro 40D +/-5;
Color: RED
356.....Hytrel
®
357.....Injection Molded Polyurethane
358.....Urethane Rubber
(Some Applications)
(Compression Mold)
359.....Urethane Rubber
360.....Nitrile Rubber Color coded: RED
363.....FKM (Fluorocarbon)
Color coded: YELLOW
364.....EPDM Rubber
Color coded: BLUE
365.....Neoprene Rubber
Color coded: GREEN
366.....Food Grade Nitrile
368.....Food Grade EPDM
371.....Philthane (Tuftane)
374.....Carboxylated Nitrile
375.....Fluorinated Nitrile
378.....High Density Polypropylene
379.....Conductive Nitrile
408.....Cork and Neoprene
425.....Compressed Fibre
426.....Blue Gard
440.....Vegetable Fibre
500.....Delrin
®
500
502.....Conductive Acetal, ESD-800
503.....Conductive Acetal, Glass-Filled
506.....Delrin
®
150
520.....Injection Molded PVDF
Natural color
540.....Nylon
542.....Nylon
544.....Nylon Injection Molded
550.....Polyethylene
551.....Glass Filled Polypropylene
552.....Unlled Polypropylene
555.....Polyvinyl Chloride
556.....Black Vinyl
558.....Conductive HDPE
570.....Rulon II
580.....Ryton
®
®
600.....PTFE (virgin material)
Tetrauorocarbon (TFE)
603.....Blue Gylon
®
604.....PTFE
606.....PTFE
607.....Envelon
608.....Conductive PTFE
610.....PTFE Encapsulated Silicon
611 .....PTFE Encapsulated FKM
632.....Neoprene/Hytrel
®
633.....FKM/PTFE
634.....EPDM/PTFE
635.....Neoprene/PTFE
637.....PTFE, FKM/PTFE
638.....PTFE, Hytrel
®
/PTFE
639.....Nitrile/TFE
643.....Santoprene
644.....Santoprene
656 .....Santoprene
®
/EPDM
®
/PTFE
®
Diaphragm and
Check Balls/EPDM Seats
661.....EPDM/Santoprene
®
666.....FDA Nitrile Diaphragm,
PTFE Overlay, Balls, and Seals
668.....PTFE, FDA Santoprene
®
/PTFE
• Delrin and Hytrel are registered
tradenames of E.I. DuPont.
• Nylatron is a registered tradename
of Polymer Corp.
• Gylon is a registered tradename
of Garlock, Inc.
• Santoprene is a registered tradename
of Exxon Mobil Corp.
• Rulon II is a registered tradename
of Dixion Industries Corp.
• Ryton is a registered tradename
of Phillips Chemical Co.
• Valox is a registered tradename
of General Electric Co.
RECYCLING
Many components of SANDPIPER® AODD
pumps are made of recyclable materials. We
encourage pump users to recycle worn out
parts and pumps whenever possible, after