GRUNDFOS INSTRUCTIONS

LC, LCV, LF, LCS

End suction centrifugal pumps

Installation and operating instructions

 English (US) Installation and operating instructions
English (US)

Original installation and operating instructions. 7. Trouble Shooting 18

7.1 Symptom 18
CONTENTS 7.2 Possible Causes 18
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1. Symbols used in this document 2
1. Symbols used in this document
2. Terms and Conditions 2 The following symbols may be used in this document.
2.1 The contract 2
2.2 Price 3 Warning
2.3 Payment terms 3 If these safety instructions are not observed,
2.4 Acceptance and inspection 3 it may result in personal injury.
2.5 Title and risk of loss 3
2.6 Patent or trademark information 3 Warning
2.7 Changes 3 If these instructions are not observed, it may lead
2.8 Cancellation or termination 3 to electric shock with consequent risk of serious
2.9 Delivery and delays 3 personal injury or death.
2.10 Warranty 4
2.11 Technical documents 4 Warning
2.12 Limitation of liability 4 When pumping hazardous liquids, special
2.13 This company is an equal opportunity employer 4 attention must be paid to the risk of personal
2.14 law and arbitration 5 injury.
3. Installation - Mechanical 5
3.1 Pump identification 5 Warning
3.2 Receiving 5
The surface of the product may be so hot that
3.3 Temporary storage 5
it may cause burns or personal injury.
3.4 Location 5
3.5 Horizontal pump foundation 5
3.6 Securing base plate 6 Warning
3.7 Vertical mounting instructions 6 The sound pressure level is so high that hearing
3.8 Piping-general 6 protection must be used.
3.9 Suction (inlet) piping 6
3.10 Discharge (outlet) piping 7 If these safety instructions are not observed,
3.11 Shaft sealing-general comments 7 Caution it may result in malfunction or damage to the
3.12 Packing gland adjustment 7 equipment.
3.13 Mechanical seals 7
3.14 Coupling alignment (LF) 8 Notes or instructions that make the job easier
Note
3.15 Coupling alignment (LCS) 8 and ensure safe operation.
4. Installation-electrical 8
4.1 Motors general 8 2. Terms and Conditions
4.2 Installation wiring 8
2.1 The contract
5. Operation 9
5.1 Priming 9 The Contract shall be comprised of the following terms, together
5.2 Pre-start checklist 9 with such terms and conditions as are set forth in Seller's written
5.3 Motor rotation 9 proposal or quotation (the "Quotation"), including any documents,
5.4 Starting the pump 9 drawings or specifications incorporated therein by reference, and
5.5 Voltage regulation 10 any additional or different terms proposed in Buyer's purchase
5.6 Pump shutdown 10 order (the "Purchase Order") that are accepted by Seller in
5.7 Short duration shutdown 10 writing, which together shall constitute the entire agreement
5.8 Extended period shutdown 10 between the parties, provided, however, that preprinted terms on
Buyer's purchase order or invoice shall not apply and Seller gives
6. Maintenance 10 notice of objection to such terms. An offer by Seller in its
6.1 Motor lubrication 10 Quotation that does not stipulate an acceptance date is not
6.2 Pump lubrication 11 binding. This Contract shall be deemed to have been entered into
6.3 Disassembly of pumps 12 upon written acknowledgment of the Purchase Order by an officer
6.3.1 Disassembly of liquid end 12 or authorized representative of Seller, which may not be modified,
6.3.2 Disassembly of bearing frame (LF) 12 supplemented, or waived except in a writing executed by an
6.4 Seal replacement (LCS) 12 authorized representative of the party to be bound.
6.5 Wear ring replacement 12
6.6 Reassembly of pumps 13
6.7 Ordering parts 13
6.8 Type LF, cross section and parts list 14
6.9 Type LC, cross section and parts list 15
6.10 Type LCV, cross section and parts list 16
6.11 Type LCS, cross section and parts 17

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2.2 Price 2.7 Changes

English (US)
The price quoted in the Quotation shall be the Purchase Price Buyer may request, in writing, changes in the design, drawings,
unless otherwise agreed in the Purchase Order. The Purchase specifications, shipping instructions, and shipment schedules of
Price for equipment shall include packing for shipment. Field the equipment. As promptly as practicable after receipt of such
Services shall be provided at Seller's standard rates. All other request, Seller will advise Buyer what amendments to the
costs, including packing for storage, freight, insurance, taxes, Contract, if any, may be necessitated by such requested
customs duties and import/export fees, or any other item not changes, including but not limited to amendment of the Purchase
specified in the Contract, shall be paid by Buyer unless Price, specifications, shipment schedule, or date of delivery. Any
separately stated in the Quotation and included in the price changes agreed upon by the parties shall be evidenced by a
quoted. Any sales, use, or other taxes and duties imposed on the Change Order signed by both parties.
transaction or the equipment supplied shall be paid or reimbursed
by Buyer. 2.8 Cancellation or termination
Buyer shall have the right to cancel the Contract upon 15 days'
2.3 Payment terms prior written notice to Seller, and Seller shall stop its performance
Payment shall be due within 30 days of the date of Seller's upon the receipt of such notice except as otherwise agreed with
invoice in U.S. funds unless otherwise agreed. If Buyer does not Buyer. If Buyer cancels the Contract, it shall pay: (a) the agreed
observe the agreed dates of payment, Buyer shall pay interest to unit price for equipment or components completed and delivered,
Seller on overdue amounts at a rate that is the higher of: 9 % per (b) additional material and labor costs incurred, and for
annum or a rate 5 % in excess of the rate borne from time to time engineering services supplied by Seller with respect to the
by new issues of six-month United States Treasury bills. Seller canceled items, which shall be charged to Buyer at Seller's rates
shall be entitled to issue its invoice for the Purchase Price for in effect at the time of cancellation, but which shall not exceed the
equipment upon the earlier of shipment, or notice to Buyer that contract price for such items, and (c) such other costs and
Seller is ready to ship, and for services, upon completion. If the expenses, including cancellation charges under subcontracts, as
Purchase Price exceeds $250,000 USD, Buyer shall pay the Seller may incur in connection with such cancellation or
Purchase Price in Progress payments as follows: Fifteen percent termination.
(15 %) upon submittal of general arrangement drawings, thirty
five percent (35 %) after receipt of first Bowl Casting, twenty 2.9 Delivery and delays
percent (20 %) after first case/bowl hydro test or bowl machining Seller shall use its best efforts to meet quoted delivery dates,
and thirty percent (30 %) after notification of ready to ship. which are estimated based on conditions known at the time 16
A1d.1 606 supercedes 9/05 PACO PUMPS of quotation. Seller
2.4 Acceptance and inspection shall not be liable for any nonperformance, loss, damage, or
All equipment shall be finally inspected and accepted by Buyer delay due to war, riots, fire, flood, strikes or other labor difficulty,
within 14 days after delivery or such other period of time as is governmental actions, acts of God, acts of the Buyer or its
agreed in the Purchase Order. Buyer shall make all claims customer, delays in transportation, inability to obtain necessary
(including claims for shortages), excepting only those provided labor or materials from usual sources, or other causes beyond the
for under the warranty clause contained herein, in writing within reasonable control of Seller. In the event of delay in performance
such 14 day period or they are waived. Services shall be due to any such cause, the date of delivery or time for completion
accepted upon completion. Buyer shall not revoke its acceptance. will be extended to reflect the length of time lost by reason of
Buyer may reject the equipment only for defects that substantially such delay. Seller shall not be liable for any loss or damage to
impair its value, and Buyer's remedy for lesser defects shall be in Buyer resulting from any delay in delivery.
accordance with Section 10, Warranty. If tests are made by Buyer
to demonstrate the ability of the equipment to operate under the
contract conditions and to fulfill the warranties in Section 10,
Buyer is to make all preparations and incur all expenses
incidental to such tests. Seller will have the right of representation
at such tests at its expense, and the right to technically direct the
operation of the equipment during such tests, including requiring
a preliminary run for adjustments.

2.5 Title and risk of loss

Full risk of loss (including transportation delays and losses) shall
pass to Buyer upon delivery, regardless of whether title has
passed to Buyer, transport is arranged or supervised by Seller, or
start-up is carried out under the direction or supervision of Seller.
Delivery shall be ex works, INCOTERMS 2000. Loss or
destruction of the equipment or injury or damage to the
equipment that occurs while the risk of such loss or damage is
borne by Buyer does not relieve Buyer of its obligation to pay
Seller for the equipment.

2.6 Patent or trademark information

If the equipment sold hereunder is to be prepared or
manufactured according to Buyer's specifications, Buyer shall
indemnify Seller and hold it harmless from any claims or liability
for patent or trademark infringement on account of the sale of
such goods.

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 2.10 Warranty 2.11 Technical documents
English (US)

Seller warrants that the equipment or services supplied will be Technical documents furnished by Seller to Buyer, such as
free from defects in material, and workmanship for a period of 12 drawings, descriptions, designs and the like, shall be deemed
months from the date of initial operation of the equipment, or 18 provided to Buyer on a confidential basis, shall remain Seller's
months from the date of shipment, whichever shall first occur. In exclusive property, shall not be provided in any way to third
the case of spare or replacement parts manufactured by Seller, parties, and shall only be used by Buyer for purposes of
the warranty period shall be for a period of six months from installation, operation and maintenance. Technical documents
shipment. Repairs shall be warranted for 12 months or, if the submitted in connection with a Quotation that does not result in a
repair is performed under this warranty, for the remainder of the Purchase Order shall be returned to Seller upon request.
original warranty period, whichever is less. Buyer shall report any
claimed defect in writing to Seller immediately upon discovery 2.12 Limitation of liability
and in any event, within the warranty period. Seller shall, at its Seller shall in no event be liable for any consequential, incidental,
sole option, repair the equipment or furnish replacement indirect, special or punitive damages arising out of the Contract,
equipment or parts thereof, at the original delivery point. Seller or out of any breach of any of its obligations hereunder, or out of
shall not be liable for costs of removal, reinstallation, or gaining any defect in, or failure of, or malfunction of the equipment,
access. If Buyer or others repair, replace, or adjust equipment or including but not limited to, claims based upon loss of use, lost
parts without Seller's prior written approval, Seller is relieved of profits or revenue, interest, lost goodwill, work stoppage,
any further obligation to Buyer under this section with respect to impairment of other equipment, environmental damage, nuclear
such equipment or parts. The repair or replacement of the incident, loss by reason of shutdown or nonoperation, increased
equipment or spare or replacement parts by Seller under this expenses of operation, cost of purchase of replacement power or
section shall constitute Seller's sole obligation and Buyer's sole claims of Buyer or customers of Buyer for service interruption
and exclusive remedy for all claims of defects. SELLER MAKES whether or not such loss or damage is based on contract, tort
NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND (including negligence and strict liability) or otherwise. Seller's
WITH RESPECT TO THE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES OTHER maximum liability under this Contract shall not exceed the
THAN AS SPECIFIED IN THIS SECTION 10. ALL OTHER Purchase Order amount of the equipment or portion thereof upon
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT which such liability is based. All such liability shall terminate upon
LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF the expiration of the warranty period, if not sooner terminated.
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. For purposes of this 2.13 This company is an equal opportunity employer
Section, the equipment warranted shall not include equipment, This agreement incorporates by reference applicable provisions
parts, and work not manufactured or performed by Seller. With and requirements of Executive Order 11246 and FAR Section
respect to such equipment, parts, or work, Seller's only obligation 52.222-26 (covering race, color, religion, sex and national origin);
shall be to assign to Buyer any warranty provided to Seller by the the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974
manufacturer or supplier providing such equipment, parts or and FAR Section 52.222-35 (covering special disabled and
work. No equipment furnished by Seller shall be deemed to be Vietnam era veterans); and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and
defective by reason of normal wear and tear, failure to resist FAR Section 52.222-36 (covering handicapped individuals). By
erosive or corrosive action of any fluid or gas, Buyer's failure to acceptance of this agreement Buyer certifies that it does not and
properly store, install, operate or maintain the equipment in will not maintain any facilities in a segregated manner, or permit
accordance with good industry practices or specific its employees to perform their services at any location under its
recommendations of Seller, or Buyer's failure to provide complete control where segregated facilities are maintained, and further
and accurate information to Seller concerning the operational that appropriate physical facilities are maintained for both sexes.
application of the equipment. Buyer agrees that it will obtain a similar certificate prior to award
of any nonexempt lower-tier subcontracts.

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2.14 law and arbitration 3.2 Receiving

English (US)
The Contract shall be governed by the law of the State of Texas. • Check pumping unit for shortage and damage immediately
Any disputes arising out of this Contract shall be resolved by upon arrival. Pump accessories when required are packaged
informal mediation in any manner that the parties may agree in a separate container and shipped with the unit.
within 45 days of written request for mediation by one party to the • If equipment is damaged in transit, promptly report this to the
other. Any dispute that cannot be resolved through mediation carrier's agent. Make complete notations on the freight bill to
shall be resolved by binding arbitration conducted in English in speed satisfactory adjustment by the carrier.
Portland, Oregon under the Commercial Rules of the American
• Unload and handle the unit with a sling. Do not lift unit by eye
Arbitration Association except as otherwise provided in this
bolts on the motor!
Section. The arbitration shall be conducted by three arbitrators
chosen in accordance with said Rules. The arbitrators are not 3.3 Temporary storage
entitled to award damages in excess of compensatory damages.
• If pump is not to be installed and operated soon after arrival,
Judgment upon the award may be entered in any court having
store it in a clean, dry area of moderate ambient temperature.
jurisdiction.
• Rotate the shaft by hand periodically to coat bearing with
Warning lubricant to retard oxidation and corrosion.
Prior to installation, read these installation and • Follow motor manufacturer's storage recommendations where
operating instructions. Installation and operation applicable.
must comply with local regulations and accepted
3.4 Location
codes of good practice.
• Locate the pump as close to the suction supply as possible.
Warning Use the shortest and most direct suction piping practical.
Refer to 3.9 Suction (inlet) piping.
The use of this product requires experience with
• Locate the pump below system level wherever possible. This
and knowledge of the product. Persons with
will facilitate priming, assure a steady liquid flow, and provide
reduced physical, sensory or mental
a positive suction head.
capabilities must not use this product, unless
• Make sure sufficient NPSH (Net Positive Suction Head) is
they are under supervision or have been provided at the suction end by considering the pump's location
instructed in the use of the product by a person in relation to the entire system. Available NPSH must always
responsible for their safety. Children must not equal or exceed required NPSH specified on the pump
use or play with this product. performance curve.
• Always allow sufficient accessibility for maintenance and
3. Installation - Mechanical inspection. Provide a clear space with ample head room for
Read these instructions thoroughly before installing and use of a hoist strong enough to lift the unit.
operating your PACO Type L Centrifugal Pump. Successful • Make sure a suitable power source is available for the pump
operation depends on careful attention to the procedures motor. Electrical characteristics should match those specified
described in Sections 1, 2, 3 and 4 of this manual. Keep this on the motor data plate, within the limits covered in
instruction manual handy for future use. 4. Installation-electrical and 5. Operation.
• Avoid pump exposure to sub-zero temperatures to prevent
3.1 Pump identification pump liquid from freezing. If freezing conditions exist during
All PACO Pumps are identified by Catalog and Serial Numbers. shutdown periods, see Sections 5.6 Pump shutdownand
These numbers are stamped on the pump nameplate (Fig. 1) 5.7 Short duration shutdown for specific recommendations.
affixed to each pump volute casing, and should be referred to in
all correspondence with the Company. 3.5 Horizontal pump foundation
Horizontal pumps should be permanently installed on a firm,
concrete foundation mounting pad of sufficient size to dampen
any vibration and prevent any deflection or misalignment. The
pad may float on springs or be a raised part of the equipment
room floor. The foundation should be poured without interruption
to 3/4 to 1 - 1/2 inches below the final pump elevation. The top
surface should be well scored or grooved before the concrete
sets to provide a suitable bonding surface for the grout. Anchor
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bolts should be set in pipe sleeves for positioning allowance, as

shown in Fig. 2. Allow enough bolt length for grout, lower base
plate flange, nuts and washers. Allow the foundation to cure
several days before proceeding with pump installation.

Fig. 1 Nameplate

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 3.9 Suction (inlet) piping
English (US)

Grout The sizing and installation of suction piping is particularly

Base plate
Finished important. It must be selected and installed in a manner that
grouting minimizes pressure loss and permits sufficient liquid flow into the
pump during starting and operation. Many NPSH problems can
.75 to 1.25 be traced directly to improper design of suction piping systems.
allowance for grout Wedges or shims
Observe the following precautions when installing suction piping:
left in place

Dam Top foundation

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Pipe sleeve leave rough clean
& wet down
Washer
LUG

Fig. 2 Anchor bolt installation

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3.6 Securing base plate
• After the concrete pad has been poured and set, lower the
pump base plate over the anchor bolts and rest it on loose
adjustment wedges or shims placed near each anchor bolt and
at intervals not to exceed 24" along each side. Shims or Fig. 3 Inlet piping
wedges must be placed to raise the bottom of the base 3/4" to
1 - 1/4" above the pad, allowing clearance for grout. Level the • Suction piping should be as direct as possible, and ideally the
pump shaft, flanges, and base plate using a spirit level, length should be at least ten times the pipe diameter. Short
adjusting the wedges or shims, as required. suction piping can be the same diameter as the suction
opening. Longer piping should be one or two sizes larger
• Check to make sure that the piping can be aligned to the pump
(depending on length), reducing to the diameter of the pump
flanges without placing any strain on either flange.
suction opening.
• After pump alignment has been established (LF), put nuts on
• Use an eccentric reducer, with the eccentric side down Fig. 3
foundation bolts and tighten them just enough to keep the unit
when reducing the pipe diameter to the diameter of suction
base plate from moving. Construct a form or dam around the
opening.
concrete pad and pour grout in and around the pump base, as
shown in Fig. 2. Grout compensates for uneven foundation, • At no point should suction piping be smaller in diameter than
distributes the weight of the unit, and prevents shifting. Use an the pump suction opening.
approved, non shrinking grout (such as Embeco 636 by • Horizontal suction lines should follow an even gradient, if
Master Builders, Cleveland, Ohio or equivalent). Allow at least possible. A gradual upward slope to the pump is
24 hours for this grout to set before proceeding with piping recommended for suction lift conditions, and a gradual
connections. downward slope for positive suction head.
• After the grout has thoroughly hardened, check the foundation • Avoid any high points, such as pipe loops Fig. 4, that may
bolts and tighten if necessary. Recheck the pump alignment create air pockets and throttle the system or produce erratic
after the foundation bolts are secured. pumping.
• No alignment or grouting required for LCS pump. • Install a valve in the suction line to isolate the pump during
shutdown and maintenance, and facilitate pump removal.
3.7 Vertical mounting instructions Where two or more pumps are connected to the same suction
The PACO LCV Vertical Close Coupled pump need not be line, install duplicate gate valves to isolate each pump from
grouted to its foundation, but should be anchored with 4 anchor the line.
bolts set in concrete similar to the horizontal anchoring • Gate valves should always be installed in positions that avoid
arrangement Fig. 2. air pockets. Globe valves should not be used, particularly
when NPSH is critical.
3.8 Piping-general • During pumping operation, valves on suction line must always
• Do not use pump as a support for piping! Use pipe hangers or be at FULL OPEN.
other supports at proper intervals to provide complete piping • Properly sized pressure gauges can be installed in gauge taps
support near the pump. on pump suction and discharge nozzles. Gauges enable the
• Both suction and discharge piping should be independently operator to monitor pump performance and determine that the
supported and properly aligned so that no strain is transmitted pump conforms to the parameters of the performance curve. If
to the pump when flange bolts are tightened. cavitation, vapor binding, or other unstable operation occurs,
• Make sure piping is as straight as possible, avoiding pressure gauges will indicate wide fluctuation in suction and
unnecessary bends and fittings. Where necessary, use 45 ° or discharge pressures.
long-sweep 90 ° pipe fittings to decrease friction loss.
• Where flanged joints are used, make sure that inside
diameters properly match and mounting holes are aligned.
• Do not spring or force piping when making any connections!

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 3.13 Mechanical seals

English (US)
All PACO Type L pumps that are equipped with mechanical seals
are matched to conditions for which the pump was sold. Observe
the following precautions to avoid seal damage and obtain
maximum seal life:
• Do not exceed temperature or pressure limitations for the
mechanical seal used.
• DO NOT RUN THE PUMP DRY OR AGAINST A CLOSED

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VALVE! Dry operation will cause seal failure within minutes.
• Clean and purge suction piping in new installations before
installing and operating pump. Pipe scale, welding slag and
other abrasives can cause rapid seal failure.
Fig. 4 Air pocket prevention

3.10 Discharge (outlet) piping

• Short discharge piping can be the same diameter as the pump
discharge opening. Longer piping should be one or two sizes
larger depending on length.
• An even gradient is best for long horizontal runs of discharge
piping.
• Install a valve near the discharge opening to prime and start
the pump. The discharge gate valve is also used to isolate the
pump during shutdown, maintenance, and facilitate pump
removal.
• Any high points in discharge piping may entrap air or gas and

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thus retard pump operation.
• If the possibility of liquid hammer exists, (i.e. check valves are
used) close the discharge gate valve before pump shutdown.

3.11 Shaft sealing-general comments

Fig. 5 Checking parallel alignment
• PACO offers both mechanical seals and packed stuffing boxes
as a means to seal the shaft. Pumps with stuffing boxes are
normally packed before shipment. If the pump is installed
within 60 days after shipment, the packing material will be in
good condition for operation with a sufficient supply of
lubrication. If the pump is stored for a longer period, it may be
necessary to repack the stuffing boxes.
• The stuffing box must be supplied at all times with a source of
clean, clear liquid to flush and lubricate the packing. When
pumps are equipped with mechanical seals, no maintenance
or adjustment is required. Mechanical seals are preferred to
packing on most applications because they require less
maintenance.

3.12 Packing gland adjustment

With the pump running, the packing gland should be adjusted to

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permit 40 to 60 drops per minute leakage. This is required for
shaft lubrication. After initial start up, additional packing and
adjustment may be required. Pumps with mechanical seals
require no adjustment.
Fig. 6 Checking alignment

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 3.14 Coupling alignment (LF) 4. Installation-electrical
English (US)

• The following anchoring and alignment procedure is typical

Warning
and, if performed with care, should result in a smooth running,
trouble-free installation. Use only qualified electricians for electrical
installation and maintenance.
• If the pump and motor were shipped mounted on the pump
base as an assembly, remove the coupling guard. Refer to manuals provided with electrical
• The pump and motor were accurately aligned at the factory, accessory components and disconnect power
supply as recommended for servicing.
but handling during shipment usually alters this pre-alignment.
Using a small straight edge and feeler gauges or a dial
Warning
indicator, check for horizontal, vertical, and angular
misalignment of the coupling hubs Fig. 5 and Fig. 6. Never do maintenance work when the unit is
connected to power.
• Coupling alignment is correct when the dial indicator reads no
more than .005" run out in any direction (or when the straight
edge contacts both hubs evenly in both horizontal and vertical
4.1 Motors general
positions). If misalignment is detected, loosen the motor and the motor control circuit must have the following components in
shift or shim as necessary to re-align, then re-tighten bolts. order to comply with the National Electrical Code.
Always align the motor to the pump as piping strain will occur • Motor Disconnecting Device: A motor disconnecting device
if the pump is shifted. Never reposition pump on base! must be installed that is capable of disconnecting both the
• After final piping connections to the pump have been made, controller (motor starter) and the motor from their source of
motor wiring compared, correct rotation has been established, power.
and piping filled with liquid, check shaft alignment once again. • The disconnecting device must be located so that the
• Leave the coupling guards off until the pump priming controller (motor starter) can be seen from the disconnecting
procedure is completed for a final shaft alignment check. means. In all cases, the distance from the disconnecting
• To protect personnel from rotating machinery, Always install device to the controller must be less than 50'.
coupling guards after installation is complete; before starting • In most installations the disconnecting device will be a circuit
pump! breaker or fusible disconnect switch.
Motor short circuit and ground fault protection:
3.15 Coupling alignment (LCS)
• Short circuit and ground fault protection are usually provided
• No alignment of the pump and motor is required. by means of a circuit breaker or fusible disconnect switch.
• The selection of the size of the circuit breaker or fuse must be
in accordance with Section 430-52 and Table 430-152 of the
National Electrical Code.
Motor controller with running over current protection (magnetic
starter):
• These components must be installed in accordance with
applicable local and state electrical codes in addition to the
National Electrical Code.

Warning
Whenever powered equipment is being used in
explosive surroundings, the rules and
regulations generally or specifically imposed by
the relevant responsible authorities or trade
organizations must be observed.

4.2 Installation wiring

• Mount the control panel or motor starter(s) in close proximity
to the pump to provide convenient control and ease of
installation.
• Wire panel or starter(s) to motor(s) and pilot device(s): Wires
to each motor must be sized for at least 125 % of the motor
nameplate full load amps. AWG #16 Type THW stranded wire
is recommended for wiring of pilot devices (float switches).
• Check incoming power source to ensure that it is the same as
the voltage and phase of the motors.
• Verify that the starters are suitable to operate the pump motors
on voltage and phase that is available.

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5. Operation 5.3 Motor rotation

English (US)
5.1 Priming Never check driver rotation unless pump and
driver couplings are disconnected and physically
• The PACO Type L pump is not self-priming, and must be
Caution separated. Failure to follow this instruction can
completely primed (filled with liquid) before starting.
result in serious damage to pump and driver if
• If the pump will operate with a positive suction head, prime by rotation is wrong.
opening the suction valve and allowing liquid to enter pump
casing. Open air vents at this time, and make sure all air is After the unit has been wired and checked to insure that all
forced from pump by liquid before closing. components in the system (disconnect device, magnetic starters,
• Rotate the shaft by hand to free entrapped air from impeller pilot devices and motors) are properly connected, check motor
passageways. rotation as follows:
• If pump has a suction lift, priming must be accomplished by • For 3 phase units only—momentarily energize the motors to
other methods. The use of foot valves or ejectors, or manual ensure that the rotation is correct as indicated by the arrow
filling of the pump casing and suction line with liquid are cast into the pump volute. If rotation is incorrect, interchange
possible methods suggested for this purpose. two wires at the motor starter terminals T1 and T2.
• CAUTION: Never run the pump dry in the hope that it will • IMPORTANT: The pumps must not be operated while dry. Use
prime itself! Serious damage to the mechanical seal will result. extreme caution that motors are energized only momentarily to
determine proper rotation.
Never run the pump dry in the hope that it will
Caution prime itself! Serious damage to the shaft seals, 5.4 Starting the pump
pump wear rings and shaft sleeves will result.
Warning
5.2 Pre-start checklist The pump must not be operated without an
approved coupling guard in place. Failure to
Warning
observe this warning could result in injury to
In the interest of operator safety, the unit must operating personnel.
not be operated above the nameplate conditions.
Such operation could result in unit failure 1. Install coupling guard on coupled units.
causing injury to operating personnel. Consult 2. Fully open gate valve (if any) in suction line, and close gate
instruction book for proper operation and valve in discharge line.
maintenance of the pump and its supporting 3. Fill suction line with liquid and completely prime pump.
components.
4. Start the motor (pump).
Make the following inspections before starting your PACO Type L
5. Immediately make a visual check of pump and suction piping
pump:
for pressure leaks.
1. Make sure the suction and discharge piping has been cleaned
6. Immediately after pump reaches full operating speed, slowly
and flushed to remove dirt and debris before operating pump.
open the discharge gate valve until complete system flow is
2. Double check rotation must be clockwise operating in reverse achieved.
will destroy the impeller and shaft.
7. Check discharge piping for pressure leaks.
3. Make sure all wiring connections to the motor (and starting
8. If pump is fitted with pressure gauges, open gauge cocks and
device) match the wiring diagram and produce clockwise
record pressure reading for future reference. Verify that the
rotation as viewed from the back of the motor.
pump is performing in accordance with parameters specified
4. If the motor has been in storage for an extended length of on performance curve.
time, either before or after installation, refer to motor
9. Check and record voltage, amperage per phase, and
instructions before starting.
kilowatts, if a wattmeter is available.
5. Check the voltage, phase, and line circuit frequency with the
motor nameplate. Turn rotating element by hand to make sure
it rotates freely.
6. Tighten plugs in gauge and drain taps. If the pump is fitted
with pressure gauges, keep gauge clocks closed when not in
use.
7. Check suction and discharge piping for leaks, and make sure
all flange bolts are securely tightened.

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 5.5 Voltage regulation 6. Maintenance
English (US)

The motor will operate satisfactorily under the following

Warning
conditions for voltage and frequency variation, but not necessarily
in accordance with the standards established for operation under Do not attempt any maintenance, inspection,
rated conditions: repair or cleaning in the vicinity of rotating
• The voltage variation may not exceed 10 % above or below equipment. Such action could result in personal
injury to operating personnel.
rating specified on the motor data plate.
• The frequency variation may not exceed 5 % above or below Before attempting any inspection or repair on the pump, the driver
motor rating. controls must be in the "OFF" position, locked and tagged to
• The sum of the voltage and frequency variations may not prevent injury to personnel performing service on the pump.
exceed 10 % above or below motor rating, provided the
frequency variation does not exceed 5 %. 6.1 Motor lubrication
Always follow motor manufacturer's lubrication instructions if
5.6 Pump shutdown available, and periodically check grease fittings and drain plugs
The following shutdown procedures will apply in most normal for leaks. If lubricating instructions do not accompany motor, refer
shutdowns for the PACO Type L pumps. If the pump will be to for recommended lubrication periods.
inoperative for an extended length of time, follow storage • To lubricate the motor while running or at rest, remove grease
procedures in Extended Period Shutdown. drain plug (if any) and filler plug on grease fitting. Grease with
• Always close the discharge valve before stopping the pump. clean lubricant until grease appears at drain hole or along
Close the valve slowly to prevent hydraulic shock. motor shaft.
• Cut and lock off power to the motor.
Recommended Lubrication Periods
5.7 Short duration shutdown
Motor RPM Motor HP Operating conditions
• For overnight or temporary shutdown periods under non-
freezing conditions, the pump may remain filled with liquid. Standard Severe Extreme
Make sure the pump is fully primed before restarting. 0.33 - 7.50p 3 yrs 1 yr 6 mo
• For short or frequent shutdown periods under freezing
1750 and 10-40 1-3 yrs 6 mo - 1 yr 3 mo
conditions, keep fluid moving within the pump casing and
below 50-150 1 yr 6 mo 3 mo
insulate or heat the pump exterior to pre vent freezing.
200 and up 1 yr 6 mo 3 mo
5.8 Extended period shutdown
above 1750 all hp 6 mo 3 mo 3 mo
• For long shutdown periods, or to isolate the pump for
Standard conditions:
maintenance, close suction gate valve. If no suction valve is
used and the pump has positive suction head, drain all liquid 8 Hours per day operation, normal or light loading, clean air,
from suction line to terminate liquid flow into pump suction 100 °F, maximum ambient temperature.
nozzle. Remove plugs in pump drain and vent taps, as Severe conditions:
required, and drain all liquid from the pump volute casing. Continuous 24-hour operation, shock loading or vibration, poor
• If freezing conditions will exist during long shutdown periods, ventilation, 100-150 °F, ambient temperature.
completely drain the pump and blow out all liquid passages
Extreme conditions:
and pockets with compressed air. Freezing of pump liquid can
also be prevented by filling the pump with antifreeze solution. Continuous operation, heavy shock or vibration, dirt or dust in
air, extreme ambient temperature.
• One-half to one cubic inch of grease is sufficient for motors 5
HP and under, with proportionately more grease for greater
HP motors.
• Most fractional and some integral frame motors have "sealed-
for-life" bearings, and do not require further lubrication
throughout motor life.
• Always follow motor manufacturer's lubrication instructions,
and periodically check grease fittings and drain plugs for
leaks.
• If lubricating instructions do not accompany motor, refer to
Table , “Recommended Lubrication Periods,” on page 10 for
recommended lubrication periods.
• Table , “Approved lubricants,” on page 11 lists recommended
types of grease for both pump and motor lubrication. These
types have all been thoroughly tested and should be used
whenever possible.

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6.2 Pump lubrication

English (US)
List of acceptable Lube oils
• PACO Type LF pumps on horizontal bearing frames have
bearing that may be sealed for life (requiring no lubrication), Lubricant Manufacturer Bearing oil brand name
regreasable or oil lubricated.
Aral Oil CMU
Aral Refining Co.
.

Approved lubricants Aral Oil TU 518

BP Energol
MANUFACTURER LUBRICANT British Petroleum Co.
TH 100-HB
SHELL DOLIUM® R
Calypsol Bison Oil
EXXON POLYREX® Calypsol Oil Co.
SR 25 or SR 36
SRI GREASE NLGI 2
CHEVRON Chevron
BLACK PEARL - NLGI 2
Standard Oil Co. Hydraulic Oil 11
PHILIPS POLYTAC™
Circulating oil 45
TEXACO POLYSTAR RB
Esso-Mar 25
• To lubricate regreasable bearings, remove grease drain plug Esso Corp Teresso 47
(if any) and filler plug. Add clean ball bearing lubricant until
Esstic 50
grease appears at drain hole or along shaft. On units with
drain hole, all old grease can be purged out ahead of new. In Fina hydran 34
Fina Oil Co.
such cases, the drain should be left unplugged for several Fina Cirkan 32
minutes during pump operation to allow excess grease to be
Gulf Harmony 47
forced out. Gulf Refining Co.
Gulf Paramount 45
• Lubricate bearing frame bearings at intervals of one to three
months, depending on severity of environment. Pumps in a Vac hlp 25
Socony Mobil Oil Co.
clean, dry, moderate temperature (100 °F maximum) Mobulix D.T.E. 25
environment should be regreased at three month intervals.
Shell Oil Co. Shell Tellus oil 29
Too much grease can cause premature bearing failure-do not
overgrease. Sundco Oil Co. Sunvis 821
• On those PACO Type LF Centrifugal End Suction pumps Texaco ursa oil P 20
The Texas Co.
ordered with oil lubricated bearings, Fig. 7. A regular oil Dea viscobil sera 4
maintenance program must be enforced. Pumps with oil
Wisura norma 25 (36)
lubricated bearings are fitted with a transparent reservoir Wisura Refining Co.
(constant level oiler) that maintains oil level about the Wisura tempo 25 (36)
centerline of the bearing. When necessary, the oil supply in
the reservoir of the constant level oiler must be renewed.
• After the first 200 hours of operation the oil should be
changed. To change the oil, remove the drain plug at the
bottom of the bearing cover and the filler plug (that also acts
as a vent plug) at the top of the housing. After draining oil,
replace the fittings and refill with an acceptable oil selected
from Table , “List of acceptable Lube oils,” on page 11. After
the first oil change, the oil should be changed again at 2000
hours and then at intervals of 8000 hours or once yearly,
thereafter.
TM05 4793 2613

Fig. 7

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 6.3 Disassembly of pumps 6.4 Seal replacement (LCS)
English (US)

1. Complete preparations noted.

Warning
2. Remove coupling guard (34F).
Depending on the product being pumped, the
pump should be washed down before any work is 3. Remove coupling bolts (8E). Pry apart the coupling halves
done on it. (23D), remove keys (12B) and set aside.

Mark or measure the original position of the

Warning Note
pump coupling on the motor side.
Observe extreme caution when venting and/or
draining hazardous liquids. Wear protective 4. Unscrew tubing connector from pipe tee of air vent assembly.
clothing in the presence of caustic, corrosive, Pipe dope is applied to threads during factory assembly, and
volatile, flammable, or hot liquids. DO NOT resulting bond may retard but will not prevent manual
breathe toxic vapors. DO NOT allow sparking, disassembly.
flames, or hot surfaces in vicinity of the 5. Remove seal cap bolts and slide seal cap (2N) up shaft to
equipment. remove.
1. Complete disassembly instructions are outlined below. 6. Remove seal head assembly manually from shaft (6A).
Proceed only as far as required to perform the maintenance Water-soluble lubricant may be applied to shaft to ease
work needed. removal of shaft seal (14A). Pull seal head assembly
2. Turn of power. manually from shaft, using slight twisting motion (as
3. Drain System. Flush, if necessary. necessary) to loosen bellows from shaft.
4. Closed coupled units. Remove motor hold down bolts. 7. Remove and discard seal spring and retainer.
8. remove and discard seal seat from seal cap (2N) and
6.3.1 Disassembly of liquid end
thoroughly clean the inside cavity of seal cap.
1. Remove casing bolts (8B). 9. Interior surface of bellows on new seal head is coated with
2. Remove back pull-out bearing frame assembly (20Y) from bonding agent that adheres to motor shaft. When old seal
casing (1A). head is removed, bonding agent no longer exists and bellows
3. Unscrew impeller nut (8A). may crack or split during removal. Installation of new
mechanical seal is always recommended if it becomes
Do not screwdriver between impeller vanes to necessary to remove existing seal from shaft.
Caution
prevent rotation. It may be necessary to use a
10. Clean and lubricate shaft (6A) with water-soluble lubricant
strap wrench around the impeller or shaft to
and make sure no sharp edges exist to cut or scratch bellows
prevent rotation.
of new seal.
4. Use appropriate size gear puller aligned behind impeller 11. Press new seal seat firmly into seal cap. Avoid direct contact
vanes to remove impeller (3A) from shaft (6A). of seal face with metallic or abrasive objects and wipe clean
5. Remove impeller key (12A). after installation to ensure abrasive free sealing surface.
6. Remove back plate bolts (8D). Remove back plate (2K) and 12. Slide new seal head assembly onto shaft by applying even
seal housing (26P). pressure to base of assembly.
7. Place seal housing on flat surface and press out seal seat 13. Install seal cap (2N) down shaft.
(14A). 14. See reassembly instructions.
8. If shaft sleeve (5A) requires replacement, it must be evenly
heated to approximately 350 °F to loosen locktite. Twist 6.5 Wear ring replacement
sleeve off shaft (6A). 1. Complete preparations.
6.3.2 Disassembly of bearing frame (LF) 2. Back-pull rotating assembly.
1. Remove slinger (13G). 3. It may be necessary to remove volute (1A) from piping, to
facilitate easy access to interior of volute. If necessary,
2. Remove grease seal(s), (14S) if any.
remove flange bolts at piping.
3. Remove bearing house retaining ring (61K).
4. To remove worn Case Wear Ring (4A), drill two holes slightly
4. Press or tap on the pump end of the bearing-shaft assembly smaller than width of ring into exposed edge of ring. Once
until one bearing is out. holes are drilled, a chisel may be used to completely sever
5. When one bearing is out, remove second retaining ring (61F), ring at holes and break ring into two halves for easy removal.
then remove complete assembly from bearing housing. 5. Clean the ring cavity in the volute prior to installing wear ring
6. Remove shaft retaining ring (61C) and press off bearings. to ensure a properly aligned fit.
7. press on new bearings, remember to press only on inner race 6. To reassemble, press fit new wear ring squarely into volute
of bearing while pressing them on. casing cavity. Ring may be tapped into place to make sure it
8. Assemble frame in the reverse procedure used for is completely impressed into cavity.
disassembly.
Do not use metal tooling against wear ring
9. Observe the following when reassembling the bearing frame. Caution surfaces. Use only rubber, rawhide, wood or
10. Replace lip seals (14S) if worn or damaged. other soft material to prevent damage to ring.
11. Replace bearings (18A), (18B) if loose, rough or noisy when
rotated.
12. Check shaft (6A) for runout at the sleeve (5A) area. Maximum
permissible is .002" T.I.R.

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6.6 Reassembly of pumps

English (US)
1. All parts should be cleaned before reassembly.
2. Refer to parts list to identify required replacement items
Specify pump serial or catalog number when ordering parts.
3. Reassembly is the reverse of disassembly.
4. Observe the following when reassembling the liquid end:
• All mechanical seal components must be in good condition or
leakage may result. Replacement of complete seal assembly
is recommended.
• New shaft sleeves are installed by bonding to shaft with
hydraulic setting locktite.
5. Re-install coupling guards on coupled pumps.

Warning
Coupling guard must be reinstalled and in place
prior to operation.

6.7 Ordering parts

Grundfos Pumps has over 90 years of experience in the design,
manufacture, and application of centrifugal pumps and pumping
systems. Grundfos's commitment to state-of-the-art pump design
and quality manufacturing assures maximum user benefits with
optimum equipment life at lower cost.
Grundfos's commitment to their customers continues through an
extensive service organization. Highly trained technicians can
assist customers with initial startup, troubleshooting, repair, and
system analysis.
PACO maintains an extensive stock of replacement parts and
parts kits for our most popular model pumps. Shipment of these
parts is normally made within three days after receipt of an order.
On larger pumps, where it is impractical for our factory to
inventory low usage parts, replacement parts are normally
manufactured and shipped within 15 working days of receipt of an
order. In order to reduce pump repair time and shorten
inconvenient pump service interruptions, it is suggested that the
pump user stock spare parts. For suggested spare parts see
Replacement Parts Guide A1b.2, attached, and contact your local
PACO Sales Representative (see back cover for the number of
your nearest PACO Sales office). Since spare parts requirements
and quantities vary for specific pump constructions, allow your
PACO Representative to help in defining your spare part
requirements. To ensure that the proper replacement parts are
ordered for your particular pump model, when you call:
• Identify all pertinent data from the pump name plate (see
Pump Identification ). This should always include the pump
Catalog or Model Number, and the pump Serial Number.
• For replacement impellers, also include from the nameplate
the operating conditions (GPM and TDH) and the impeller
diameter.
• Identify all parts by item number and description as indicated
by the appropriate assembly drawing in this manual, for your
particular pump model.

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 6.8 Type LF, cross section and parts list
English (US)

TM05 4796 3712

ITEM NO PART NAME ITEM NO PART NAME ITEM NO PART NAME
1A Casing *10A Washer, Packing 16L Plug, Seal Chamber
2K Backplate 10A Washer, Impeller 18A Bearing, Inboard
3A Enclosed Impeller 11A Gasket, Casing 18B Bearing, Outboard
4A Case Wear Ring 11F Gasket, Backplate 20Y Bearing Frame
Stud, Packing
**4F Balance Ring 12A Key, Impeller *22A
Gland
5A Shaft Sleeve 12B Key, Coupling 26P Seal Housing
*5L Lantern Ring *13A Packing *26U Packing Box
6A Shaft 13G Slinger *35F Nut, Packing Gland
*7A Packing Gland 14A Shaft Seal 61C Snap Ring
8A Cap Screw, Impeller 14S Lip Seal *61J Snap Ring
8B Cap Screw, Casing 16A Plug, Drain
8D Cap Screw, Brg. Frame 16D Plug, Grease/Oil Filter
* Packed Pumps Only
** If Applicable

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6.9 Type LC, cross section and parts list

English (US)
TM05 8911 2913
ITEM NO PART NAME ITEM NO PART NAME
*1A Casing 11F Gasket, backplate
2K Backplate 12A Key
3A Impeller *13A Packing
4A Front case wear ring 13G Slinger
4F Rear case wear ring 14A Mechanical seal
5A Shaft sleeve 16A Plug, drain
*5L Lantern ring 16J Plug, stuffing box
*7A Packing gland 21A Bracket
8A Impeller capscrew *22A Stud, packing gland
8B Capscrew, casing 34B Nameplate
8D Capscrew, bracket *35F Nut, packing gland
8N Capscrew, motor 61B Snap ring
10A Washer, impeller *61L Retaining ring
*10K Washer, packing 65A Motor
11A Gasket, casing 84R Set screws
* Packed pumps only

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 6.10 Type LCV, cross section and parts list
English (US)

ITEM NO PART NAME ITEM NO PART NAME TM05 8910 2913

1A Volute 10A Impeller washer

2H Hand hole cover (not shown) 12A Key
2K Backplate 13G Slinger
3A Impeller 14A Single mechanical seal assembly
4Q Suction cover wear ring 20H Stand
4S Impeller wear ring 21F Pedestal bracket
5A Sleeve 32C Elbow with clean out port
8A Impeller screw

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6.11 Type LCS, cross section and parts

English (US)
TM06 1700 2614
ITEM NO PART NAME ITEM NO PART NAME
1A VOLUTE 17E SEAL CAP O-RING
2N SEAL CAP 20B BASE RAIL
3A IMPELLER 20C MOTOR DECK
4A CASE WEAR RING 20J CAST IRON STAND
4F BALANCE RING 20D PUMP SUPPORT
6A PUMP SHAFT 21A MOTOR BRACKET
8B VOLUTE SCREW 22A SEAL CAP STUDS
8C PUMP SHAFT SCREW 23D COUPLING HALVES
8E COUPLING SCREW 24H BUSHING
8F COUPLING GUARD SCREW 34B IMPELLER WASHER
8G LOCATING RING SCREW 34C PUMP SHAFT WASHER
8N MOTOR SCREW 34D COUPLING WASHER
11A VOLUTE GASKET 35E COUPLING NUT
12B COUPLING KEY 34F COUPLING GUARD
14A SEAL ASSEMBLY 35F SEAL CAP NUT
15A LOCATING RING 65A MOTOR
16A PIPE PLUG

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 7. Trouble Shooting
English (US)

7.1 Symptom

Symptoms Cause Code

Pump does not deliver any liquid at start-up. 1*2*3*4*5*6*7*8*9*10*11*14*16*17*22*23*24*34
Pump stops delivering liquid after start-up. 2*3*4*5*6*7*8*9*10*11*12*13*22*23*24*34
Pump overheats and/or ceases to deliver liquid. 1*3*9*10*11*21*22*27*29*30*31*33*34*40*41
Insufficient flow rate. 2*3*4*5*6*7*8*9*10*11*14*16*17*20*21*22*23*24*25*26*34
Excessive flow rate. 15*18*20*34
Discharge pressure is too high. 4*14*16*18*20*22*23*24*25*26*34
Shaft seal leaks appreciably, or the packing leaks excessively. 27*28*29*30*33*34*35*36*39*41
Shaft seal or packing fails prematurely. 12*13*27*28*29*30*33*34*35*36*37*38*39*41
Pump uses too much power. 15*16*18*19*20*23*25*27*28*31*33*34*35*37*38*44
Pump runs rough and noisily. 2*3*4*5*6*7*8*9*10*11*15*17*18*21*23*24*27*28*29*30*
31*32*33*34*40*41*42*45*46*
Bearings overheat and/or fail prematurely. 27*28*29*30*31*32*33*34*40*41*42*43*44*45*46

7.2 Possible Causes

1. The pump has not been properly bled of air. 25. The casing and impeller wear rings may be excessively worn.
2. The pump suction line have not been completely primed. 26. There may be internal leakage from the discharge to the suction
3. The suction head (NPSHR) required by the pump is too high, compartments as the result of internal gasket failure.
or the net positive suction head available (NPSHA) at your 27. There may be a misalignment of the pump shaft.
facility is too low. 28. The shaft may chatter because it is bent.
4. The fluid pumped contains too much entrained air or gas. 29. The pump may run rough due to improper balancing of the
5. There are air pockets in the suction line. impeller.
6. An entry of air has suddenly occurred in thesuction line. 30. The shaft may not be running due to worn bearings.
7. An entry of air past the shaft seal into the pump has occurred. 31. The impeller may be rubbing against the inside of the case.
8. The inlet of the suction line is insufficiently submerged. 32. The concrete pad might not be of sufficient size to provide pump
9. The suction valve is closed or only partially open. stability.
10. The suction strainer is clogged with dirt or debris. 33. The pump may have become misaligned during Installation.
11. The foot valve is clogged or undersized. 34. The operating conditions of the installation do not agree with the
data specified when the pump was purchased.
12. Little or no cooling fluid supplied to the shaft seals.
35. The shaft seal may be incorrectly installed, or the stuffing box
13. The lantern ring is not positioned opposite the flushing inlet
thereby restricting fluid flow. has not been packed correctly.
14. Pump drive rotational speed too low. 36. The shaft sleeve may be scored or pitted in the region of the
packing due to dirt or abrasive matter in the flushing fluid.
15. Pump drive rotational speed too high.
37. Excessive tightening of the packing gland may block the
16. Pump rotation wrong or impeller installed backwards.
flushing port thereby diminishing the sealing fluid flow.
17. Total head of installation (back Pressure) higher than rated
38. Packing material may have become wedged or extruded
total head of the pump.
between the shaft and the bottom of the stuffing housing due to
18. Total head of installation (back Pressure) lower than rated total excessive clearance on the packing backup washer.
head of the pump. 39. The mechanical seal may have been damaged by running dry.
19. Density of fluid pumped differs from that specified when the 40. There may be excessive axial thrust (side loading) due to
pump was purchased.
improper impeller central alignment.
20. Viscosity of fluid pumped differs from that specified when the
41. The bearings may be worn.
pump was purchased.
42. The bearings may have been damaged during installation and/
21. The pump is operating at too low a rate of flow (The discharge
or dirt or other foreign matter may have entered the bearings
valve may be throttled too much). during greasing or oiling.
22. If pumps are operating in parallel, the pump characteristics 43. Excessive greasing may cause the bearings to overheat.
may not be suitable for parallel operation.
44. Inadequate lubrication may be causing bearing failure.
23. The impeller may be clogged with debris.
45. Dirt may have entered the bearings past the O-Rings.
24. The impeller may be damaged.
46. Moisture may have entered the bearing housing causing the
bearings to rust.

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