The illustrations used in this manual are for identification
purposes only and cannot be used for ordering parts. Obtain a
parts list from the factory or a Viking® representative. Always
give complete name of part, part number and material with
model number and serial number of pump when ordering
repair parts. The pump model number and serial number are
on the nameplate.
This manual deals only with Viking 4076/4176 pumps.
Specifications and recommendations are listed in Catalog
Section 710.
UNMOUNTED PUMPUNITS
Flange
Mounted
KE4076LQE4176
KKE4076
LQE4076
Foot
Mounted
Units are designated by the unmounted pump model numbers
followed by a letter indicating
drive style.
M = Horizontal
D = Direct Drive
TABLE 1
FIGURE 2
Model LQE4176
(Shown with relief valve on pump casing
and foot mounting)
VIKING PUMP, INC.• A Unit of IDEX Corporation•Cedar Falls, IA 50613 USAVIKING PUMP, INC.• A Unit of IDEX Corporation•Cedar Falls, IA 50613 USA
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SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF PUMP MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH AND/OR RESULT IN DAMAGE TO PUMP AND/OR OTHER EQUIPMENT. VIKING’S WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER FAILURE DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE.
THIS INFORMATION MUST BE FULLY READ BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION, OPERATION OR
MAINTENANCE OF PUMP AND MUST BE KEPT WITH PUMP. PUMP MUST BE INSTALLED, OPERATED
AND MAINTAINED ONLY BY SUITABLY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED PERSONS.
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED AND ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.
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WARNING
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WARNING
Danger - Failure to follow the indicated
instruction may result in serious injury
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or death.
BEFORE opening any liquid chamber (pumping
chamber, reservoir, relief valve adjusting cap fitting,
etc.) be sure that :
● Any pressure in the chamber has been completely
vented through the suction or discharge lines or
other appropriate openings or connections.
● The pump drive system means (motor, turbine,
engine, etc.) has been “locked out” or otherwise
been made non-operational so that it cannot be
started while work is being done on the pump.
● You know what material the pump has been
handling, have obtained a material safety data
sheet (MSDS) for the material, and understand
and follow all precautions appropriate for the safe
handling of the material.
BEFORE operating the pump, be sure all drive guards
are in place.
DO NOT operate pump if the suction or discharge
piping is not connected.
DO NOT place fingers into the pumping chamber or
its connection ports or into any part of the drive train
if there is any possibility of the pump shafts being
rotated.
DO NOT exceed the pumps rated pressure, speed, and
temperature, or change the system/duty parameters
from those the pump was originally supplied, without
confirming its suitability for the new service.
BEFORE operating the pump, be sure that:
● It is clean and free from debris
● all valves in the suction and discharge pipelines
are fully opened.
● All piping connected to the pump is fully supported
and correctly aligned with the pump.
● Pump rotation is correct for the desired direction
of flow.
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Warning - In addition to possible serious
injury or death, failure to follow the
indicated instruction may cause damage
to pump and/or other equipment.
INSTALL pressure gauges/sensors next to the
pump suction and discharge connections to monitor
pressures.
USE extreme caution when lifting the pump. Suitable
lifting devices should be used when appropriate. Lifting
eyes installed on the pump must be used only to lift
the pump, not the pump with drive and/or base plate.
If the pump is mounted on a base plate, the base plate
must be used for all lifting purposes. If slings are used
for lifting, they must be safely and securely attached.
For weight of the pump alone (which does not include
the drive and/or base plate) refer to the Viking Pump
product catalog.
DO NOT attempt to dismantle a pressure relief valve
that has not had the spring pressure relieved or is
mounted on a pump that is operating.
AVOID contact with hot areas of the pump and/or
drive. Certain operating conditions, temperature
control devices (jackets, heat-tracing, etc.), improper
installation, improper operation, and improper
maintenance can all cause high temperatures on the
pump and/or drive.
THE PUMP must be provided with pressure protection.
This may be provided through a relief valve mounted
directly on the pump, an in-line pressure relief valve,
a torque limiting device, or a rupture disk. If pump
rotation may be reversed during operation, pressure
protection must be provided on both sides of pump.
Relief valve adjusting screw caps must always point
towards suction side of the pump. If pump rotation is
reversed, position of the relief valve must be changed.
Pressure relief valves cannot be used to control pump
flow or regulate discharge pressure. For additional
information, refer to Viking Pump’s Technical Service
Manual TSM 000 and Engineering Service Bulletin
ESB-31.
THE PUMP must be installed in a matter that allows
safe access for routine maintenance and for inspection
during operation to check for leakage and monitor
pump operation.
SECTION TSM 710ISSUE DPAGE 2 OF 8
Page 3
SPECIAL INFORMATION
DANGER !
Before opening any Viking pump liquid
chamber (pumping chamber, reservoir,
relief valve adjusting cap fitting, etc.)
be sure:
1. That any pressure in the chamber has
been completely vented through the
suction or discharge lines or other
appropriate openings or connections.
2. That the driving means (motor, turbine,
engine, etc.) has been “locked out” or
made non-operational so that it cannot
be started while work is being done
on the pump.
3. That you know what liquid the pump
has been handling and the precautions
necessary to safely handle the liquid.
Obtain a material safety data sheet
(MSDS) for the liquid to be sure these
precautions are understood.
Failure to follow the above listed
precautionary measures may result in
serious injury or death.
ROTATION:
See FIGURE 3. Viking 4076/4176 pumps are directional
due to the loading groove in the head. If rotation is to be
reversed, the head and pin assembly will have to be replaced
and pump relief valve must be reversed so adjusting screw
cap always points to suction side of pump. Standard rotation
is clockwise, as viewed from the shaft end.
LOADING GROOVE
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES:
Relief valves are mounted on the casing.
Pumps not furnished with a relief valve must be provided with
some means of pressure protection (inline pressure relief
valve, torque limiting device, or rupture disk).
If pump rotation is to be reversed during operation, pressure
protection must be provided on both sides of the pump. See
also “ROTATION”.
Relief valve adjusting screw cap must always point towards
the suction side of the pump.
Pressure relief valves are intended for use as protection for
the pump only and should not be used to control pump flow
or regulate discharge pressure.
MAINTENANCE
Viking 4076/4176 pumps are designed for long, trouble-free
service life under a variety of application conditions with a
minimum of maintenance. The following points will help
provide long service life.
BUSHINGS:
Note that the bushings used in this pump do not require any
external source of lubricant.
CLEANING THE PUMP:
Keep the pump as clean as possible. This will facilitate
inspection, adjustment and repair work and help prevent
overlooking a dirt covered grease fitting.
STORAGE:
If a new pump is to be stored, or not used for six months or
more, pump must be drained and a light coat of non-detergent
SAE 30 weight oil must be applied to all internal pump parts.
Lubricate the fittings and apply grease to the pump shaft
extension. Viking suggests rotating the pump shaft by hand
one complete revolution every 30 days to circulate the oil.
SUGGESTED REPAIR TOOLS:
The following tools must be available to properly repair
Viking series 4076/4176 pumps. These tools are in addition
to standard mechanics’ tools such as open end wrenches,
pliers and screw drivers. Most items can be obtained from an
industrial supply house.
1. Soft headed hammer
2. Allen wrenches
3. Bearing locknut spanner wrench
4. Spanner wrench, adjustable pin type for use on bearing
housing end cap
5. Brass bar or wood block
6. Arbor press
FIGURE 3
(Head - Counter Clockwise Rotation Shown)
SECTION TSM 710ISSUE DPAGE 3 OF 8
Page 4
DISASSEMBLY
DANGER !
Before opening any Viking pump liquid
chamber (pumping chamber, reservoir,
relief valve adjusting cap fitting, etc.)
Be sure:
1. That any pressure in the chamber has
been completely vented through the
suction or discharge lines or other
appropriate openings or connections.
2. That the driving means (motor, turbine,
engine, etc.) has been “locked out” or
made non-operational so that it cannot
be started while work is being done
on pump.
3. That you know what liquid the pump
has been handling and the precautions
necessary to safely handle the liquid.
Obtain a material safety data sheet
(MSDS) for the liquid to be sure these
precautions are understood.
INNER
SPACER
COLLAR
HALF ROUND
RINGS
INNER
LIPSEAL
BEARING HOUSING ASSEMBLY - KE/KKE
BALL BEARING
FIGURE 4
BEARING HOUSING
SETSCREW
OUTER
SPACER
COLLAR
OUTER
LIPSEAL
END CAP
SETSCREW
SHAFT
Failure to follow the above listed
precautionary measures may result in
serious injury or death.
1. Remove the head capscrews. Remove the head of the
pump. Do not allow the idler to fall from the idler pin.
To prevent this from happening, tilt the top of the head
back when removing. Avoid damaging the head o-ring.
If the pump is furnished with a jacketed head plate, it
will separate from the head when the capscrews are
removed. Avoid damaging the jacketed head plate
o-ring.
2. Remove the idler and bushing assembly.
3. Insert a length of hardwood or brass through the port
opening between the rotor teeth to keep the shaft from
turning. Straighten out the lock washer tab, and with a
spanner wrench remove the locknut and lock washer
from the shaft. Remove the length of hardwood or brass
from the port opening.
4. Loosen the two setscrews in the face of the bearing
housing and unthread the bearing housing assembly
from the bracket. The end of the bearing housing
contains the mechanical seal seat. Avoid damaging this
surface. See FIGURE 4.
5. Remove the pair of half round rings under the inner
spacer collar from the shaft.
6. Remove the rotor/shaft assembly, being careful to avoid
damaging the seal faces and casing bushing.
7. Remove the rotating member of the mechanical seal
from the shaft only if the seal is to be replaced.
8. Remove the mechanical seal holder plate and stationary
member of the mechanical seal. Avoid damaging the
seal plate holder o-ring.
NOTE: To facilitate assembly, place the pump casing so that
it is standing on one of its flanges with a block of wood under
the mounting flange. See FIGURE 5.
1. Install the casing bushing. See “INSTALLATION OF
CARBON GRAPHITE BUSHINGS” on page 6.
2. See FIGURE 8, and notes under “MECHANICAL
SEAL” on page 6. Install the stationary member of the
mechanical seal into the mechanical seal plate. Coat the
mechanical seal plate o-ring with oil or grease to keep it
in place and in-stall the mechanical seal holder plate into
the shaft end of the casing.
3. Apply a coating of light oil onto the shaft in the seal area,
then install the rotating member of the mechanical seal
onto the rotor/shaft assembly.
4. Slide the rotor/shaft assembly into the casing, taking
care not to damage the bushing or the seal faces.
NOTE: When installing a new rotor/shaft assembly, use a file
to carefully remove all burrs and sharp edges.
5. Coat the head o-ring with oil or grease and slip it over
the head pilot to keep it in place. Apply a coating of light
oil onto the bushing ID and the crescent. Place the idler/
bushing assembly onto the idler pin.
NOTE: When installing a new head/pin assembly, use a file
to carefully remove all burrs and sharp edges, especially
around the loading groove.
6. Install the head. For proper head positioning, the pin
should be at the top centered between the two ports. If
the pump is equipped with a jacketed head plate, install
at this time. Tighten cap-screws evenly.
Refer to FIGURE 4 and FIGURE 5 for bearing housing
assembly.
7. Install the closure in the bearing housing (See the
appropriate figure for lip orientation).
8.KE and KKE PUMPS: Pack the ball bearing with grease
and push or press the bearing into the bearing housing.
See FIGURE 3 on page 2.
LQE PUMPS: Pack tapered roller bearings with grease
and press or push bearings into housing with large end
of inner races together. It is possible to install bearings
incorrectly. For proper assembly (See FIGURE 5 on
page 3).
9. Install the closure in the end cap (See the appropriate
figure for lip orientation). Thread the end cap into the
bearing housing along with outer bearing spacer collar
and tighten against the bearing.
LQE PUMPS ONLY: Tapered roller bearings re-quire
preload to operate properly. To set preload tighten end
cap so that inner races of bearings cannot be rotated by
hand. Back the end cap off to allow inner races to rotate
with slight resistance.
Lock end cap in place with two set screws in the flange
of the bearing housing.
10. Slide inner spacer collar over shaft with recessed end
facing rotor.
Place pair of half round rings on shaft and slide inner
bearing spacer collar over half round rings to lock them
in place.
ROTOR INSTALLATION
FIGURE 7
11. Thread the bearing housing with closures, end cap,
outer bearing spacer collar and bearings in-stalled into
bracket. Make sure inner spacer collar keeps split rings
locked in place.
12. Insert a length of hardwood or brass through the port
opening between the rotor teeth to keep the shaft from
turning. Put the lock washer and lock-nut on the shaft
and tighten 100 - 200 N•m and bend one tang of the lock
washer into a slot of the locknut.
13. Adjust the pump end clearance as instructed in “THRUST
BEARING ADJUSTMENT” on page 6.
14. Lubricate all grease fittings with multi-purpose grease,
NLGI #2.
DANGER !
Before starting the pump, be sure all drive
equipment guards are in place.
Failure to properly mount guards may
result in serious injury or death.
MECHANICAL SEAL
For disassembly, see “DISASSEMBLY” on page 4.
For assembly, see “ASSEMBLY”.
NOTE: Never touch the mechanical seal faces with anything
except clean hands or a clean cloth. Minute particles can
scratch the seal faces and cause leakage.
Always clean the rotor and shaft and seal housing bore
before installing the mechanical seal. Make sure surfaces
are clean and free of scratches.
There are two available mechanical seals. The standard,
shown in FIGURE 8 on page 7, is for applications pumping
liquids with viscosities up to 3,500 SSU. There is also a “pin
style” seal available with the stationary face pinned to the
seal plate for applications pumping liquids with viscosities up
to 10,000 SSU.
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Page 7
CAPSCREW
SEAL
PLATE
SEAT
GASKET
STATIONARY
O-RING
FACE
ROTATING FACE
MECHANICAL SEAL
ROTATING MEMBER
FIGURE 8
INSTALLATION OF FOOT
Series 4176 pumps come equipped with a removable
mounting foot. Removal of the foot is not normally required for
maintenance. In cases where the foot needs to be replaced
or is being added, use the following steps.
1. Ensure alignment pins are installed in the top of the foot
prior to assembly of the foot to the casing.
2. Match the foot to the casing by inserting pins into the
bottom of the casing.
3. Secure foot to casing using the socket head capscrews
and lock washers. Torque capscrews to 100-110 N•m.
SHAFT
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER !
THRUST BEARING ADJUSTMENT
See FIGURE 4 on page 3.
1. Loosen the two setscrews in the outer face of the
bearing housing and turn the thrust bearing assembly
clockwise until it can no longer be turned by hand. Back
off counterclockwise until the rotor shaft can be turned
by hand with a slight, noticeable drag.
2. For standard (.12 mm) end clearance, back off the thrust
bearing assembly 30 mm as measured on the outside
diameter of the bearing housing.
3. Tighten the two set screws with equal force against the
bracket. End clearances are now set and locked.
NOTE: Be sure the shaft can rotate freely by hand. If not, back
off additional length on outside diameter and check again.
If there is still some noticeable drag, see “ASSEMBLY” on
page 5, reference notes under item 4 and 5.
4. High viscosity liquids require additional end clearances.
The amount of extra end clearance depends on
the viscosity of the liquid pumped. For specific
recommendations, consult your nearest authorized
Viking Pump distributor. Each 10 mm turn on the outside
diameter of the bearing housing is equivalent to an extra
end clearance of (.04 mm).
Before opening any Viking pump liquid
chamber (pumping chamber, reservoir,
relief valve adjusting cap fitting, etc.)
Be sure:
1. That any pressure in the chamber has
been completely vented through the
suction or discharge lines or other
appropriate openings or connections.
2. That the driving means (motor, turbine,
engine, etc.) has been “locked out” or
made non-operational so that it cannot
be started while work is being done on
pump.
3. That you know what liquid the pump
has been handling and the precautions
necessary to safely handle the liquid.
Obtain a material safety data sheet
(MSDS) for the liquid to be sure these
precautions are understood.
Failure to follow above listed
precautionary measures may result in
serious injury or death.
INSTALLATION OF CARBON
GRAPHITE BUSHINGS
When installing carbon graphite bushings, extreme care must
be taken to prevent breaking. Carbon graphite is a brittle
material and cracks easily. If cracked, the bushing will quickly
disintegrate. Using a lubricant on the bushing and the mating
part will help in installation. The additional precautions listed
below must be followed for proper installation:
1. A press must be used for installation.
2. Be certain the bushing is straight.
3. Do not stop the pressing operation until the bushing is in
the proper position; starting and stopping will result in a
cracked bushing.
4. Check the bushing for cracks after installation.
SECTION TSM 710ISSUE DPAGE 7 OF 8
Page 8
TECHNICAL SERVICE MANUAL
INDUSTRIAL HEAVY DUTY MOTOR SPEED PUMPS
RELIEF VALVE PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT:
If a new spring is installed or if the pressure setting of the
pressure relief valve is changed from what the factory has
set, the following instructions must be carefully followed.
1. Carefully remove the valve cap that covers the adjusting
screw. NOTE: this cap will most likely contain liquid.
2. Loosen the locknut that locks the adjusting screw so
the pressure setting will not change while the pump is
in operation.
3. Install a pressure gauge in the discharge line for actual
adjustment operation.
4. Turn the adjusting screw in to increase the pressure and
out to decrease the pressure.
5. With the discharge line closed at a point beyond the
pressure gauge, the gauge will show the maximum
pressure that the valve will allow while the pump is in
operation
IMPORTANT
When ordering parts for a pressure relief valve, always
give the model number and serial number of the pump as
it appears on the nameplate. Also specify the name of the
part(s) wanted. When ordering springs, be sure to give the
pressure settings desired.
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PAGE 8 OF 8
SERIES 4076 AND 4176
ISSUE D
SIZES KE, KKE AND LQE
WARRANTY
Viking warrants all products manufactured by it to be
free from defects in workmanship or material for a
period of one (1) year from date of startup, provided
that in no event shall this warranty extend more than
eighteen (18) months from the date of shipment from
Viking. The warranty period for Universal Seal series
pumps ONLY (Universal Seal models listed below) is
three (3) years from date of startup, provided that in
no event shall this warranty extend more than forty-two
(42) months from the date of shipment from Viking.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL VIKING BE
LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE
FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST
OR UNREALIZED SALES, REVENUES, PROFITS,
INCOME, COST SAVINGS OR BUSINESS, LOST OR
UNREALIZED CONTRACTS, LOSS OF GOODWILL,
DAMAGE TO REPUTATION, LOSS OF PROPERTY,
LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, LOSS OF
PRODUCTION, DOWNTIME, OR INCREASED
COSTS, IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT,
EVEN IF VIKING HAS BEEN ADVISED OR PLACED
ON NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES AND NOTWITHSTANDING THE FAILURE
OF ANY ESSENTIAL PURPOSE OF ANY PRODUCT.
THIS WARRANTY IS AND SHALL BE VIKING’S SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND SHALL BE IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND
NON-INFRINGEMENT ALL OF WHICH OTHER
WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
See complete warranty at www.vikingpump.com.
910
FIGURE 9
VALVE - LIST OF PARTS
1. Valve Cap6. Valve Body
2. Adjusting Screw7. Valve Spring
3. Lock Nut8. Poppet
4. Spring Guide9. Cap Gasket
5. Bonnet10 Bonnet Gasket
VIKING PUMP, INC.• A Unit of IDEX Corporation•Cedar Falls, IA 50613 USA