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Bomba Aurora 13FGH PDF
Bomba Aurora 13FGH PDF
PUMP IDENTIFICATION
Carefully record all of the following data from your pump nameplate. It will aid in obtaining the cor-
rect replacement parts for your pump. In addition to the nameplate, the pump serial number is
stamped on the discharge flange.
Rotation Figure # 1
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WARRANTY HIGHLIGHTS
1. Seller warrants products of its own manufacture against defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for one (1) year from date of installation orstart-up, but not more than eighteen
(18) months after date of shipment.
2. Accessories and components not manufactured by seller are warranted only to the extent of the
original manufacturer's warranty.
3. No allowances will be made for repairs or alterations effected without specific written authorization
from Seller.
4. The equipment as manufactured by Aurora Pump is precision machinery. Proper care can give a
lifetime of satisfactory service. Guarantees of performance and warranties are based on the use of
original equipment manufactured (OEM) replacement parts. Aurora Pump assumes no responsibility
when alterations, non-authorized design modifications and/or non-OEM replacement parts are
incorporated.
5. This warranty is VOID unless the purchaser provides protective storage, installs and maintains the
equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
6. Under the terms of this warranty, Seller shall not be responsible nor liable for:
a. Consequential, collateral or special losses or damages.
b. Equipment conditions caused by fair wear and tear, abnormal conditions of use, accident,
neglect, or misuse of said equipment.
c. Labor charges, loss or damage resulting from supplying of defective part(s) or improper repairs
by unauthorized person(s).
d. Damage caused by abrasive materials, chemicals, scale deposits, corrosion, lightning, improper
voltage or mishandling.
e. Labor charges for installation, removal or reinstallation of equipment.
7. The above listed warranty highlights do not constitute our total terms and conditions regarding
warranty. For complete warranty information please refer to complete warranty statement herein.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You are the owner of the finest To obtain additional data on hydraulics and
pump commercially available. If you give it the pump selection and operation, we suggest you
proper care as outlined and recommended by purchase the following reference books:
this manual, it will provide you with reliable
service and long life. 1. Hydraulic Institute Standards
Hydraulic Institute
IMPORTANT 9 Sylvan Way
Read this complete manual and manuals for Parsippany, NJ 07054-3802
all component equipment before assembly or
installation is started. It contains information 2. Fairbanks Morse Hydraulic Handbook
which is the result of engineering and Aurora Pump
research efforts. It is designed to supply ade- 3601 Fairbanks Avenue
quate instruc-tions for the installation, opera- PO Box 6999
tion and maintenance of your pump. Failure Kansas City, KS 66106
or neglect to properly install, operate or
maintain your pump may result in personal 3. National Fire Protection Association
injury, property damage or unnecessary NFPA Pamphlet 20 & 25
damage to the pump. 1 Batterymarch Park
PO Box 9101
This manual applies to the pump installation, Quincy, MA 02269
operation and maintenance. If your operating
conditions ever change, always refer to the fac- 4. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
tory for reapplication. Always refer to the man- Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
uals provided by manufacturers of the accessory 333 Pfingsten Road
equipment for their separate instructions. Northbrook, IL 60062
Variations exist in both the equipment used with
these pumps and in the particular installation of 5. Factory Mutual
the pump and driver. Therefore, specific operat- Factory Mutual
ing instructions are not within the scope of this 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike
manual. This manual contains general rules for PO Box 9102
installation, operation and maintenance of the Norwood, MA 02062
pump. If there are questions regarding the pump
or its application which are not covered in this
manual, please contact the factory as follows:
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SECTION 1 GENERAL
The installation, use and operation of this type
Safety of equipment is affected by various Federal,
State and Local Laws and the regulations con-
Safety should be of utmost importance when in
cerning OSHA. Compliance with such laws
close proximity of this pumping equipment.
relating to the proper installation and safe oper-
Before attempting to operate this equipment,
ation of this type of equipment is the responsi-
you should read this manual in its entirety, tak-
bility of the equipment Owner and all necessary
ing special notice of all cautions, warnings
steps should be taken by the Owner to assure
and/or danger notifications. These warnings
compliance with such laws before operating the
apply to pumps supplied by Aurora Pump.
equipment.
Refer to the manuals supplied by the driver and
control manufacturer for additional warnings
before operating this equipment. DANGER
Do not attempt to service the pump until the
The words DANGER, WARNING and CAU- electrical power has been disconnected and it
TION have different connotations and are gen- has been verified that the pump cannot start.
erally defined as follows: Because many installations utilize automatic
starting equipment, the pump unit may start
at any time without warning. Proper precau-
DANGER tions should be taken to avoid injury as a
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation result of automatic starting of the equipment.
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. DANGER
Do not operate the pump without guards in
WARNING place over the rotating parts. Exposed rotat-
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation ing parts can catch clothing, fingers, or tools,
which, if not avoided, will result in serious causing severe injury to personnel. Any
injury. operation of this machine without a protec-
tive guard can result in severe bodily injury.
CAUTION The responsibility for the installation of pro-
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation tective guards is that of the equipment
which, if not avoided, may result in minor owner.
or moderate injury or may indicate that
improper practices will result in equipment DANGER
malfunction or failure. It may also be used This pump is designed for the exclusive use
to alert against unsafe practices. of pumping water. It should not be used for
pumping other media unless a specific
IMPORTANT Purchase/Buyer agreement is negotiated.
Indicates the highlight or accent of specific
information. WARNING
Do not attempt to try to clean the pump with
NOTE bare hands. The pumped material may con-
Specific information useful in maintaining tain items that may present health hazards
the equipment. such as needles, and other sharp objects.
Always wear heavy puncture resistant
gloves.
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Product Lubricated Open Lineshaft with 3. Lower the column and thread it into the bowl
Threaded Column assembly until it solidly and squarely butts
1. Using an appropriate hoisting system, lift the together with the bowl, tightening with
bowl assembly into position over the well. appropriate wrenches.
Lower the bowl partially into the well. Attach 4. Lift the column/bowl assembly slightly and
a pipe clamp (see Figure #1) to the upper remove the pipe clamp from the bowl. Lower
most bowl directly under the bowl flange. the assembly and reinstall the pipe clamp
Lower the assembly, allowing it to be sup below the upper column threads. Lower the
ported on the foundation via the pipe clamp. assembly so the pipe clamp suspends the
2. Lift the first section of pre-assembled column assembly on the foundation.
& shaft into position over the suspended bowl
The line shaft is to project out beyond the end
assembly (see Figure #2). Care is to be taken
of the installed column.
not to damage the threads on the pump shaft
or line shafts. Clean the threads and lubricate
with appropriate thread lubricant. IMPORTANT
A line shaft coupling should already be in place Measure the shaft projection. It should
on the pump shaft. Thread the line shaft into the conform to the shaft projection measure-
coupling. ment recorded previously on the bowl
assembly.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Line shaft threads are left hand. Tighten shafts Coat the column counterbore with sealant
and couplings securely with pipe wrenches. prior to a retainer installation.
Assure that no burrs or foreign matter exists on NOTE
the coupling or on the shaft threads. The thread- Neoprene line shaft bearings should NOT
ed shafts are to butt together solidly and square- be lubricated. Lubrication of neoprene
ly in the center of the coupling. Both shafts are bearings may cause distortion or swelling.
to be equally engaged in the coupling threads.
Threads should be exposed on both ends of the 5. Slide the bearing retainer with bearing over
coupling. the shaft projection and lower into the col
umn coupling. Install the shaft coupling and
NOTE
next section of shaft/column assembly as pre
Replaceable wear sleeves must be positioned to
viously outlined.
engage line shaft bearings. The presence of any
6. Continue subsequent shaft and column
foreign material between the shaft ends will
assembly until complete. Continue to mea
cause shaft misalignment and will result in
sure the shaft projection after assembly of
vibration or accelerated bearing wear.
each shaft/column section.
IMPORTANT
Assure that no burrs or foreign matter exists on NOTE
the column coupling threads or on the column Standard shaft and column lengths are 5 or
threads prior to assembly. All joints are to be 10 feet. Non-standard lengths of shafts and
coated with sealant prior to assembly. The col- column may be used to accomplish the
umn sections should butt together solidly and required overall pump length. Non-stan-
squarely in the middle of the column coupling. dard shaft/column sections will always be
Secure each joint firmly with appropriate assembled at the top of the pump, directly
wrenches. ALL COLUMN THREADS ARE under the discharge head.
RIGHT HAND ROTATION.
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7. For ease of installation and reduce the possi 2. Before proceeding with assembly, lay out all
bility of bushing damage, remove the packing line shaft, enclosing tube, spiders (if
box if shipped assembled to the discharge required), column and connectors. Inspect
head. and identify all items and arrange them in the
8. If supplied with a SDC model discharge head, order in which they will be assembled.
thread the top column directly into the thread Oversized diameter enclosing tube sections
ed connection of the head and tighten with (if used) must be installed at the bottom of
appropriate wrenches. If supplied with a the assembly, directly above the pump dis
LAD model discharge head, thread the top charge bowl. When oversized tube sections
column adapter flange onto the top column are used, special stepped connector bearings
and tighten with appropriate wrenches. are provided in order to adapt them to the
Install column flange gasket and secure the remaining.
discharge head to the column adapter flange. Pre-assemble matching sets of shaft, enclos
When attaching the column to the discharge ing tube and column by sliding them inside
head, make sure the register fit is fully engag each other and attaching connectors and cou
ing the head and the flange is timed with the plings. This will allow each set of
pipe tapped hole in the discharge head. column/enclosing tube/shaft to be hoisted
9. After attaching the column to the discharge into place and assembled as demonstrated in
head, remove the column clamp and lower Figure #3.
the unit to the foundation plate. Tighten
mounting bolts. Check the shaft to see if it is Non-standard lengths of column, enclosing
centered in the packing box opening in the tube and line shafting must be assembled at
head. If the shaft is not centered, it could be the top of the pump as previously outlined.
an indication of a bent shaft, column not seat Using an appropriate hoisting system, lift the
ed properly, or the unit is not properly shaft/tube/column assembly and position it
plumbed. Any or all of these problems must above the suspended bowl. Slide the lower
be corrected before proceeding with the end of the shaft out of the enclosing tube
installation of the unit. about one foot. Refer to Figure #4 for lifting
10. Apply lubricant to the packing box bushing of this assembly.
and install the packing box on the discharge 3. Lower the shaft/tube/column assembly into
head. position. A line shaft coupling is to already
11. Install the packing and glands into the pack be in place on the pump shaft. Assure that the
ing box. Install gland bolts and nuts. Allow threaded shafts and coupling are clean and
the gland nuts remain loose. Packing adjust free of burrs. Lubricate threads with light oil.
ment will be performed later with the pump Thread the shafts into the coupling so that
operating. both shafts engage the coupling equally. The
shafts should butt together solidly in the cen
Oil Lubricated Enclosed Lineshaft with ter of the coupling. Threads should be
Flanged Column exposed on both ends of the coupling.
1. Using an appropriate hoisting system, lift the Assure that no foreign matter exists between
pre-assembled bowl assembly and position it the shaft ends. Such a condition will cause
above the well. Lower the bowl assembly shaft misalignment and will result in vibra
partially into the well and attach a pipe clamp tion and accelerated bearing wear.
(see Figure #1) to the upper most bowl direct
ly under the bowl discharge flange. Lower
the assembly, allowing it to be suspended on
the foundation plate via the pipe clamp.
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and identify all items and arrange them in the 4. Assure that all enclosing tube threads and
order in which they will be assembled. connector bearing threads are clean and free
Oversized diameter enclosing tube sections of burrs. Coat connector bearing threads with
(if used) must be installed at the bottom of a sealant such as Loctite PST #567, Permatex
the assembly, directly above the pump dis No. 2 non-hardening gasket sealant prior to
charge bowl. When oversized tube sections assembly. Silicone sealants are also permissi
are used, special stepped connector bearings ble. This step is very important in preventing
are provided in order to adapt them to the entry of the pressurized pumped media into
remaining standard diameter enclosing tube the enclosing tube. Thread the enclosing tube
sections. onto the connector bearing and secure with
Pre-assemble matching sets of shaft, enclos chain wrenches.
ing tube and column by sliding them inside
each other and attaching connectors and cou IMPORTANT
plings. This will allow each set of Assure that no burrs or foreign matter exists
column/enclosing tube/shaft to be hoisted on the column coupling threads or on the
into place and assembled as demonstrated in column threads prior to assembly. All joints
Figure #3. are to be coated with sealant prior to assem-
bly. The column sections should butt
Non-standard lengths of column, enclosing
together solidly and squarely in the middle
tube and line shafting must be assembled at
of the column coupling. Secure each joint
the top of the pump as previously outlined.
firmly with appropriate wrenches. ALL
Using an appropriate hoisting system, lift the COLUMN THREADS ARE RIGHT
shaft/tube/column assembly and position it HAND ROTATION.
above the suspended bowl. Slide the lower
end of the shaft out of the enclosing tube 5. Lower the column and thread it into the bowl
about one foot. assembly until it solidly butts together with
3. Lower the shaft/tube/column assembly into the bowl, tightening it firmly with pipe
position. A line shaft coupling is to already wrenches.
be in place on the pump shaft. Assure that the The line shaft and enclosing tube is to project
threaded shafts and coupling are clean and out beyond the end of the installed column.
free of burrs. Lubricate threads with light oil.
Thread the shafts into the coupling so that Install a spider if required. To determine if
both shafts engage the coupling equally. The one is required, refer to page 9, under
shafts should butt together solidly in the cen “Enclosed Line Shaft”.
ter of the coupling. Threads should be 6. Lift the column and bowl assembly slightly.
exposed on both ends of the coupling. Assure Remove the pipe clamp from the bowl and
that no foreign matter exists between the lower the assembly into the well. Reinstall
shaft ends. Such a condition will cause shaft the pipe clamp on the upper end of the col
misalignment and will result in vibration and umn directly below the upper column threads.
accelerated bearing wear. Lower the assembly until the pipe clamp sup
ports the assembly on the foundation.
IMPORTANT
Line shaft threads are left hand rotation. IMPORTANT
Refer to Table #5 for enclosing tube thread Measure the shaft projection. It should con-
rotation. Tighten shafts, enclosing tubes and form to the shaft projection measurement
couplings securely with pipe wrenches. recorded previously on the bowl assembly.
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used, now is the time to connect it to the elec D. Install the pump's driver top shaft through
trical source and to verify correct rotation. If the top of the motor or gear and tighten into
a right angle gear is used proceed to step ‘D’. the line shaft coupling. Make sure that the
top shaft is centered in the tube.
DANGER E.Install the driver coupling and non-reverse
Electrical motors must be installed and ratchet. Install the gib key (supplied with the
operated only by qualified, trained electri- driver) into the driver/shaft keyway. The key
cal technicians. Consult the motor manu- should be a close slip fit in the keyways. It
facturer or the motor manual to assure that may be necessary to deburr or file the key to
all installation and safety procedures are achieve the proper fit. Never drive or wedge
fully understood and implemented. the key into an overly tight keyway.
Always lock out all controls and or sup- F. Install the top shaft adjusting nut. The adjust
plies and verify driver cannot be started ing nut will be used to lift the shaft/impeller
before installing or servicing electrical assembly in order to achieve proper impeller
apparatus. clearance. Refer to Table #6 for adjusting nut
thread rotation.
CAUTION
Oil lubricated drivers and right angle gears
are shipped dry and require an initial fill of NOTE
the manufacturer's recommended lubricant Before installation of the nut, the weight
prior to bump-start. of the shaft/impeller assembly rests on the
bottom of the pump bowls. This condition
makes the shaft almost impossible to
With non-reverse ratchets removed or disabled, rotate until the nut is installed and the
"bump" the motor for rotation. This is generally shaft/impellers are raised off the bottom
accomplished on three-phase motors by engag- of the bowls. In running position, the
ing and immediately disengaging the power shaft, impellers and hydraulic down thrust
switch. It is seldom necessary to engage the are supported by the driver thrust bearing
power source for more than one second to and the top shaft adjusting nut.
determine motor rotation.
Note the direction of motor rotation. If the
motor rotates counter clockwise as viewed from G. Tighten the nut on the shaft until the
the top, the rotation is correct and installation impellers are raised very slightly off the bowl
may proceed. If the motor rotates clockwise as bottoms. This will be evident when resistance
viewed from the top, reverse any two of the to shaft rotation disappears as the impellers
three power leads and motor rotation will be are lifted off the bottom.
reversed. H. With the impellers very slightly off the bot
tom, add the additional nut turns required to
CAUTION achieve the specified clearance. Determine
Line shaft threads are left hand rotation. the correct impeller setting from the
Operation of the pump in a clockwise (as Technical Data page found in the drawing
viewed from the top) direction will cause section of this manual.
the line shaft couplings to unthread, caus-
ing serious damage to the pump.
CAUTION
Assure that no burrs or foreign matter
exists on the shaft threads. .
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SECTION 4 OPERATION
NOTE
Extremely long pumps (deep settings) General
may require additional nut adjustment to Because variations may exist in both the equip-
accommodate line shaft stretch. Extra ment and in the particular installation of the a
adjustment is not generally required for pump and driver, specific operating instructions
pumps less than 150 feet in length. For are not within the scope of this manual.
pumps over 150 feet long, consult the fac- However, there are general rules and practices
tory for instructions. that apply to all pump installations and opera-
tion.
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Driver Does Not Start This Aurora Pump model vertical turbine fire
pump is supplied with either product lubricated
1. Refer to motor or engine manufacturers’
or oil lubricated column and product lubricated
O&M manual.
bowl bearings only. The suction bell bearing is
grease packed at the factory. It is not necessary
Driver Fails To Come Up To Speed
to re-lubricate this bearing except when the
1. Refer to motor or engine manufacturers’
pump is to be torn down for maintenance and
O&M manual.
the bowl assembly is to be disassembled.
Motor Runs Hot A guide for preventive maintenance for normal
1. Inadequate ventilation. applications is given below. Unusual applica-
a. Assure adequate supply of fresh air. tions with abnormal heat, moisture, dust, etc.,
1) Check air blast through motor by may require more frequent inspection and ser-
feeling air discharge at bottom of motor. vice.
2. Overload.
a. Check for tight or locked shaft.
Motor Vibrates
1. Motor and pump mis-aligned.
a. Re-align pump and motor.
b. Tighten foundation or pump bolting.
2. Worn bearings or bent shaft.
a. Disconnect pump from motor and run
motor only.
(1) Repair as necessary.
3. Hydraulic disturbance in discharge piping.
a. Check piping.
4. Unbalanced rotor assembly.
a. Refer to motor manufacturers’ O&M
Grease Recommendation
manual.
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enough to loosen the shaft coupling. When all this assembly from the pump unit. With soft
components are loose, carefully lift this skid boards under the column to protect the
assembly from the pump unit. With soft skid threads, slowly lower the column and shaft
boards under the column to protect the flange,
slowly lower the column and shaft assembly IMPORTANT
Shaft threads are left-hand rotation.
IMPORTANT
Shaft threads are left-hand rotation. assembly onto the floor and move to a conve
nient work area.
onto the floor and move to a convenient work D. Repeat above steps A, B, and C until all col
area. umn and shaft sections have been removed
D. Repeat above steps A, B & C until all col from the unit.
umn and shaft sections have been removed E. Remove the bearing retainer assembly for
from the unit. inspection and cleaning.
E. Remove the bearing retainer assembly for F Remove shaft section from column pipe.
inspection and cleaning. Remove couplings from shafts and inspect for
F. Remove shaft section from column pipe. wear or damage.
Remove couplings from shafts and inspect for G. Inspect bearings and retainers for damage.
wear or damage. H. If the top and intermediate drive shaft
G. Inspect bearings and retainers for damage. sleeves (13 & 29) show wear or damage
H. If the top and intermediate drive shaft remove the sleeve by heating it to 350˚F-
sleeves (13 & 29) show wear or damage 400˚F to break the Loctite bond.
I. Refer to Pump Bowl Disassembly for detailed
IMPORTANT bowl disassembly procedures.
Measure and record the position of the sleeves
(13 & 29) on the shafts before removal. They Pump Bowl Disassembly
must be put back in exactly the same place. For disassembly of the pump bowls, proceed in
accordance with steps listed below. Select a
CAUTION clean area for work. Refer to assembly drawing
To prevent possible serious personal Injury and parts list for part identification.
always wear heat resistant gloves when han-
dling heated parts. Flanged Bowls
A. Place the bowl assembly in a horizontal
remove the sleeve by heating it to 350˚F- position, blocked to prevent rolling.
400˚F to break the Loctite bond. B. Measure and record the axial end play of the
I. Refer to Pump Bowl Disassembly for detailed shaft. This must be checked on reassembly of
bowl disassembly procedures. the bowls.
C. Remove the shaft coupling(31).
Threaded Column D. Remove the capscrews holding the top inter
A. Lift the unit and reposition the clamp below mediate bowl (55) and discharge case (54) or
the next column coupling. water lube adapter (54A) and remove from
B. Use column and shaft clamps (or other the pump shaft (32) and set aside for inspec
acceptable method) to safely support and lift tion.
this assembly. D. For keyed impellers, skip to step ‘I’.
C. Unscrew the column coupling and lift col E. Remove the impeller (38) and collet (39)
umn enough to loosen the shaft coupling. from the pump shaft according to the follow
When all components are loose, carefully lift ing procedure:
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to 350˚-400˚ F to break the Loctite bond. E. Remove the pipe plug from the suction bell
and remove old grease. Apply a thin film of
Shaft Straightness multi-purpose grease to the shaft and the suc
Prior to installation or reassembly, bowl shafts tion bowl bearing. See Grease
and line shaft should be checked for straight- Recommendation in the drawing section of
ness. The maximum allowable total indicated this manual.
runout must be less than .005". F. Lay out the parts in the order in which they
will be assembled. Reused impellers are to be
Refer to the following illustrations showing the re-installed in the same bowl in which it was
proper positions at which dial indicator readings originally installed and the bowl is to be rein
should be taken. The shaft should be supported stalled in it’s original position.
in V-blocks or on rollers as shown. Position the G. Install shaft sleeves as required according to
dial indicator and zero the dial face. Slowly the following procedure:
rotate the shaft and observe the maximum 1. Refer to the previously recorded sleeve loca
runout. tions and scribe or mark shaft accordingly.
If the shafts exceed the .005" maximum limit, 2. Thoroughly clean the sleeve and shaft in the
straightening will be required. Consult the fac- sleeve area using a cleaner as recommended
tory for straightening recommendations, or a by Loctite.
3. Apply a coat of Loctite 609 on the shaft in
the correct sleeve location area. Slide the
sleeve over the shaft, rotating it several times
while at the same time moving the sleeve axi
ally on the shaft. This will spread the Loctite
evenly.
H. Proceed with the assembly of the pump bowl
as follows:
local qualified machine shop.
Figure A Flanged Bowls
(Shafts 10 ft long or less) A. Put the suction bell in a horizontal position
and block from rolling. Insert the pump shaft
Pump Bowl Assembly into the bearing as far as it will go. Insert a
Prior to the start of reassembling the pump bowl shaft locating tool (refer to Assembly Tools
the following is to be done: found at the end of this section) through the
pipe tap in the suction bell and fasten to the
A. Apply grease to the bowl registers to pump shaft. Tighten securely.
improve assembly alignment. B. Install the sand collar if it has been removed
B. Clean all components before starting the and secure with setscrews.
assembly. Do not apply any petroleum based C. For keyed impellers, skip to step ‘H’.
solvents to neoprene bearings. D. For colleted impellers, install the first
C. Install bearings in their respective bowls if impeller over the pump shaft and into posi
they have been removed. If they have not tion in the suction bell seat. The impeller
been replaced, they should be thoroughly should rotate freely in the bowl. If it binds,
cleaned and lubricated with a thin film of remove and determine the cause.
grease (except neoprene bearings). E. Open a lock collet slightly and slide over the
D. Install new wear rings, if they are to be pump shaft and into the impeller. Using a col
replaced, in all bowls. Refer to Wear Rings let driver (refer to Assembly Tools at found at
section of this manual for instructions. the end of this section) drive the lock collet
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Wear Rings
CAUTION If the wear rings require replacement, refer to
Failure to properly seat the impeller drive Wear Ring Removal below.
collet will result in damage to the pump.
Wear Ring Removal
let is properly seated. An experienced
mechanic will be able to detect the change in WARNING
sound when the collet has properly seated. To prevent possible serious personal injury,
F. Install the intermediate bowl and tighten cap heat resistant gloves must, be worn when
screws. handling heated parts.
G. Repeat steps D, E and F to install all addi
tional stages until all pump bowls have been A. If the wear ring requires replacement it can
reassembled. Skip to step ‘L’. be more easily removed by heating it to 250˚
H. For keyed impellers, insert key into keyway - 400˚ F.
and install the first impeller over the pump B. The ring may also be removed by splitting
shaft and into position in the suction bell seat.
The impeller should rotate freely in the bowl. CAUTION
If it binds, remove and determine the cause. Care should be used to avoid damage to
I. Insert and tighten the impeller gib key the bowl ring seat.
setscrew.
J. Install the intermediate bowl and tighten cap
screws. CAUTION
K. Repeat steps H, I and J to install all addition Machine work should be done by a quali-
al stages until all pump bowls have been fied machinist experienced in similar
reassembled. machining work. If the wear rings are to
L. Install the top intermediate bowl (55) and be replaced they should be replaced with
discharge case (54) or water lube adapter genuine Fairbanks Morse wear rings.
(54A) over the pump shaft and bolt in place Install the wear rings as follows.
with capscrews and nuts.
M. Remove the shaft locating tool holding the CAUTION
pump shaft in place. Check the bowl end To prevent possible serious personal
play. It should be the same as previously injury, approved safety glasses must be
recorded (or very close). If it is not, the bowl worn when grinding.
assembly should be disassembled to deter
mine the reason. Pack the cavity with grease with a chisel and removed or machined.
and replace the pipe plug in the suction bell
(case) hub. Installing New Wear Ring
N. Install the coupling (31) on the pump shaft.
O. The bowl assembly is now complete. A. To ensure proper bonding, thoroughly clean
P. Refer to Wear Rings for instructions on wear all mating parts with solvent to remove all
ring replacement, if wear ring replacement is grease, oil, dirt, etc.
required. B. Apply a bead of Loctite 290 completely
Q. Refer to the Installation Section of this man around the middle of the bowl wear ring fit,
ual to complete pump assembly and reinstal and press the wear ring in place.
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IMPORTANT
To avoid distortion and ensure proper instal-
lation, be careful to press the wear rings
evenly and completely in place. They
should be firmly butted against the corre-
sponding bowl shoulder at the bottom of the
wear ring fit.
Assembly Tools
The following tools are to facilitate installation
and disassembly of the pump shaft (shaft locat-
ing tool) and impeller (collet driver). These
tools are available for purchase from your
Aurora Pump representative or they can be
made according to the dimensions given below.
Collet Driver
The collet drive is used to drive the split col
let
between
the
impeller
& pump
shaft
and
when
Collet Driver
reversed,
can be Models Shaft Dia. A B C D E F G
used to 10FEM 1.438 3 5/16 2-7/8 1-21/32 1-15/32 2-1/32 3/4
loosen the 11FGM 1.438 3 5/16 2-7/8 1-21/32 1-15/32 2-1/32 3/4
col- 12FCM 1.688 3 5/16 3 1-29/32 1-23/32 2-7/32 1
let when 13FGH 1.688 3 5/16 3 1-29/32 1-23/32 2-7/32 1
disassem- 15FGH 1.938 3 5/16 3-1/4 2-1/4 1-31/32 2-31/32 3/4
bling the bowl assembly.
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Style 1
Style 2
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Maintenance History
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Maintenance Notes
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TECHNICAL DATA
TABLE #1 TABLE #4
Shaft End Play (Inches) Shaft Number of Turns
Bowl Size At Full Dia. At Min. Dia. Diameter 1 2 3 4 5
10FEM 0.70 0.78 1 .07 .14 .21 .28 .35
11FGM 0.75 1.07 1-1/4 .10 .20 .30 .40 .50
12FCM 0.99 1.17 1-1/2 .10 .20 .30 .40 .50
13FGH 0.87 1.81 1-11/16 .10 .20 .30 .40 .50
15FGH 0.93 1.90 1-15/16 .10 .20 .30 .40 .50
19FGM 0.62 0.62 2- 3/16 .10 .20 .30 .40 .50
19FGH 0.62 0.62
TABLE #2 TABLE #5
Tube Tension Nut Torque Values Enclosing Tube Threading
Enclosing Required Pump Model Rotation
Tube Size Torque 10FEM Left Hand
2 400 ft. lbs. 11FGM Left Hand
2 1/2 400 ft. lbs. 12FCM Left Hand
3 800 ft. lbs. 13FGH Left Hand
3 1/2 800 ft. lbs. 15FGH Left Hand
4 1200 ft. lbs. 19FGM Right Hand
5 1200 ft. lbs. 19FGH Right Hand
TABLE #3 TABLE #6
Impeller Position Adjusting Nut Threading
10FEM 0.200 Pump Model Rotation
11FGM 0.200 10FEM Right Hand
12FCM 0.200 11FGM Right Hand
13FGH 0.200 12FCM Right Hand
15FGH 0.200 13FGH Right Hand
19FGM 0.125 15FGH Right Hand
19FGH 0.125 19FGM Left Hand
19FGH Left Hand
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Table #7
Table #8
Diametrical Bowl Wear Ring Diametrical Bowl Bearing Clearance
Clearance (Inches)
Bowl Size Nominal Replacement Bronze
Nominal Replacement
10FEM 0.016 0.022 0.014 0.018
11FEM 0.016 0.022 0.014 0.018
12FEM 0.016 0.022 0.014 0.018
13FGH 0.016 0.022 0.014 0.018
15FGH 0.016 0.022 0.014 0.018
19FGM 0.027 0.035 0.011 0.015
19FGH 0.027 0.035 0.011 0.015
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Table #9
Product Lubricated (Neoprene Bearings)
Lineshaft Diameter 1 1-1/4 1-1/2 1-11/16 1-15/16 2-3/16
Sleeve OD 1-3/16 1-7/16 1-11/16 1-7/8 2-1/8 2-3/8
Box ID1-15/16 2-3/16 2-7/16 2-5/8 2-7/8 3-1/8
Box Depth 1-5/8 1-5/8 1-5/8 1-5/8 1-5/8 1-5/8
No. Rings Packing 4 4 4 4 4 4
Size Packing 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8 3/8
Enclosed Lineshaft – Oil Lubricated
Lineshaft Diameter 1 1-1/4 1-1/2 1-11/16 1-15/16 2-3/16
Tube Size 1-1/2 2 2-1/2 2-1/2 3 3
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Figure 1 & 2
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Figure 3 & 4
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1
22 ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
7 1 Adjusting Nut Bronze
6 6 Water Slinger Neoprene
8 7 Discharge Head Cast Iron
9 8 Capscrew, Packing Box Steel Gr. 2
11 9 Gland Half Bronze
15 11 Gasket, Packing Box Tag Board
12 Pre Lube Plug Cast Iron
17 14 Foundation Plate Cast Iron
12
17A 15 Packing Acrylic
16 16 Gasket, Top Flange Tag Board
14
17 Packing Box Cast Iron
18 17A Bushing, Packing Box Bronze
19
21
18 Flange, Top Column Cast Iron
19 Top Shaft Stainless Steel
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28
21 Column Pipe, Top Steel
24 22 Coupling, Lineshaft Steel
26
29
23 Lineshaft Steel
23 24 Coupling, Combination Cast Iron
31
26 Bearing Neoprene
30 28 Column Pipe, Intermediate Steel
29 Sleeve, Intermediate Shaft Stainless Steel
54A 30 Column Pipe, Bottom Steel
31 Coupling, Pump Shaft Steel
34
32 Pump Shaft Stainless Steel
34 Bearing, Top Bowl Bronze
55
98
35 Bearing, Intermediate Bowl Bronze
36 Bowl, Intermediate Cast Iron
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38 Impeller Bronze
36
39 Gib Key, Impeller Stainless Steel
39
40 Bell, Suction Cast Iron
38
41 Bearing, Suction Bell Bronze
40
42 Strainer Bronze
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42A Machine Screw, Strainer Stainless Steel
54A Flange, Adapter Cast Iron
42A 55 Bowl, Top Cast Iron
58
58 Sand Collar Rubber
41 59 Plug, Suction Bell Cast Iron
59 98 Bowl, Wear Ring Bronze
42
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ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
22
1 Adjusting Nut Steel
7 6 Water Slinger Neoprene
7 Discharge Head Cast Iron
63 12 Pre Lube Plug (2) Cast Iron
63A 14 Foundation Plate Cast Iron
16 Gasket, Top Flange Tag Board
18 Flange, Top Column Cast Iron
19 Top Shaft Steel
51A 21 Column Pipe, Top Steel
12 22 Coupling, Lineshaft Steel
16 23 Lineshaft Steel
14
24 Coupling, Column Steel
18 28 Column Pipe, Intermediate Steel
19
21
30 Column Pipe, Bottom Steel
31 31 Coupling, Pump Shaft Steel
28 32 Pump Shaft Stainless Steel
51
24
34 Bearing, Top Bowl Bronze
50 35 Bearing, Intermediate Bowl Bronze
23
65
36 Bowl, Intermediate Cast Iron
31 38 Impeller Bronze
30 39 Lock Collet, Impeller Steel
50
54A
40 Bell, Suction Cast Iron
6 41 Bearing, Suction Bell Bronze
54 42 Strainer Bronze
42A Clip, Strainer Bronze
34 50 Bearing, Connector Bronze
55 51 Enclosing Tube, Bottom/Inter Steel
98
51A Enclosing Tube, Top Steel
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54 Case, Discharge Cast Iron
36
54A Lip Seal Commercial
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55 Bowl, Top Cast Iron
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58 Sand Collar Steel
59 Plug, Suction Bell Cast Iron
40 63 Nut, Tube Tension Bronze
32 63A Gasket, Tension Nut Copper
88 65 Stabilizer, Tube Rubber
42A 88 Set Screw, Sand Collar Steel
58 98 Bowl, Wear Ring Bronze
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59
42
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REFER TO FACTORY
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NOTES:
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Aurora Pumps
3601 Fairbanks Avenue
NOTE: PO Box 6999
Aurora Pump reserves the right to make revisions to its prod- Kansas City, KS 66106
ucts and their specifications, and to this bulletin and related Tel (913) 371-5000
information without notice. Fax (800) 848-3696