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Installation Instructions
Do not operate until pump is initially primed and connected to constant supply of clean compressant liquid. IF RUN
DRY, PUMP WILL BE DAMAGED. Always use strainer to prevent sand and scale from entering the pump with liquid.
Certain operating conditions in combination with water hardness may result in excessive lime deposits within the
pump, causing it to bind. Should this condition be evident, flush pump with a solvent at regular intervals.
This pump has been drained and flushed with a water-soluble preservative oil prior to shipment. After pump has been
in service, do not store without draining as specified within this Bulletin. Pump can be damaged by freezing. Dispose
of oil properly.
USE CAUTION when removing inlet screens. Any foreign material on screen may fall into pump and cause extensive
damage at start-up.
Base must be mounted to a leveled foundation and final coupling alignment done during installation.
NOTICE
1. Uncrating ................................................................................................................................... 5
3. INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 Location ...................................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Foundation .................................................................................................................................. 9
3.3 Setting Base, Soleplate or Pump ................................................................................................ 9
3.4 Grouting ...................................................................................................................................... 9
3.5 Piping Installation ....................................................................................................................... 9
3.6 Coupling Alignment ................................................................................................................... 16
3.7 V-Belt Drive Alignment ............................................................................................................. 21
List of Illustrations
Figure 1. Typical Piping Arrangements for CL, SC, TC, P2620, Vectra, and 904 Vacuum Pumps ............ 6
Figure 2. Typical Piping Arrangements for 2BE Vacuum Pumps ............................................................... 7
Figure 3. Recommended Flexible Connections for Inlet Header Piping,
CL-2000 through CL-14000 Series Pumps ................................................................................. 10
Figure 4. Recommended Flexible Connections for Inlet Header Piping,
904 , 2BE Pump Models, and P2620 ...................................................................................... 10
Figure 5. Typical Mufflers with Separating Tee and Water Trap Silencer for
Vacuum Pumps with Horizontal, Front or Side Discharge Connections ..................................... 11
Figure 6. Recommended flexible connections from bottom discharge port to trench,
CL-4000 through CL-14000 Series Pumps ................................................................................. 12
Figure 7. Recommended flexible connections from bottom discharge port to trench,
P2620 and 904 pump models ................................................................................................. 12
Figure 8. Typical Piping Arrangement for Horizontal Inlet Compressor with Separator ............................. 12
Figure 9. Typical Piping Arrangements for CL, SC, P2620, Vectra, and 904 Compressors ..................... 13
Figure 10. Typical Piping Arrangements for 2BE Compressors .................................................................. 14
Figure 11. Foundation Bolt Installation and Grouting .................................................................................. 15
Figure 12. Foundation Bolt Installation and Grouting .................................................................................. 16
Figure 13. Preparing Foundation Bolt Pads and Installing and Grouting Skids ........................................... 16
Figure 14. Types of Misalignment ............................................................................................................. 17
Figure 15. Coupling Assembly Dimension, CL-2000 through CL-14000 Series Pumps ............................... 17
Figure 16. Coupling Assembly Dimension, P2620 and 904 Pump Models ................................................ 18
Figure 17. Falk Type T10/1000G82 Couplings Installation ......................................................................... 19
Figure 18. Checking Alignment with Dial Indicator ..................................................................................... 20
Figure 19. Four-Point V-Belt Alignment Method ......................................................................................... 21
Figure 20. V-Belt Center-Distance Determination ....................................................................................... 23
Figure 21. Checking V-Belt Tension .......................................................................................................... 23
List of Tables
Table 1. Seal Water Minimum Pressure ................................................................................................... 8
Table 2. Conventional Belt Drive Installation Dimensions ....................................................................... 22
Table 3. Ultra V-Belt Drive Installation Dimensions ................................................................................. 22
Table 4. V-Belt Tension .......................................................................................................................... 23
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1. Uncrating
d. The shaft of the driver (motor, gear reducer, turbine,
Note - The term "pump" and "vacuum etc.) is not in alignment with the shaft of the pump
pump" in this Bulletin apply to both vacuum when received. Proper alignment can be established
pumps and compressors unless otherwise correctly only after the base is leveled and secured
noted. to its permanent foundation and all pipe connections
have been made to the pump. NASH does not pro-
a. Check all parts against the shipping list received with vide this service unless a NASH Field Service Tech-
the pump. Inspect the pump for possible shipping nician is specifically requested.
damage. Report any shortage or damage at once to e. If the pump and the driver are not to be installed and
the local agent of the carrier. operated shortly after receipt, store them in a clean,
b. Pumps and their drive motors are normally shipped dry place. Rotate the pump shaft every two weeks
from the factory mounted on a base, with coupling to coat the bearings with lubricant to retard oxidation
halves separated or V-belts removed in order to pre- and corrosion. Although the pump is flushed with a
vent damage from springing of the base during ship- water-soluble preservative oil prior to shipment, re-
ment. Coupling assembly parts are shipped in a bag fer to the Operation and Maintenance Bulletin for your
fastened to the shaft under the coupling guard or in a unit for storage procedures.
separate container, depending on the size and type f. Before starting the vacuum pump upon completion
of coupling. V-belts and other accessories are usu- of alignment, remove the seal water drain plugs.
ally shipped in a separate container that is attached Open the service liquid shut-off valve. Allow the
to the pump shipping crate. MAKE CERTAIN THAT service liquid to flow until there is a clear flow from
COUPLING ASSEMBLY PARTS, V-BELTS, AND all drains. Although the vacuum pump is flushed
OTHER ACCESSORIES ARE IDENTIFIED AND with inhibiting oil prior to shipment, a light film of rust
KEPT IN A SAFE PLACE UNTIL THEY ARE IN- may form before installation is complete. This film
STALLED ON THE PUMP IN ORDER TO AVOID will disappear after the pump shaft has been manu-
LOSS OR DAMAGE. ally rotated a few times. Close the service liquid
c. Handle the pump by lifting it evenly at four or more shut off valve. Replace the service liquid drain plugs
points of the base. using a pipe thread sealant.
2. Services Required
2.1 Piping
Note - Refer to the NASH installation Note - A flexible connection for the inlet
drawing(s) supplied with your unit for header piping is recommended to eliminate
specific piping requirements. pipe strain and facilitate removal or testing
for the following pumps: CL-2000 through
CL-14000 Series as shown in Figure 3;
a. Inlet 2BE, P2620, and 904 Pumps as shown
(See Figure 1.) Connect the vacuum pump inlet full in Fig. 4.
size to the process. Connect the compressor inlet
full size to the process or to the atmosphere. When
b. Strainer
connecting pumps with two inlets (CL Series, 2BE,
P2620 and 904 Pumps) together, the inlets should Connect a strainer, cleanout, dirt pocket, or a com-
be manifolded to a larger pipe size. The pipe area bination of the three in all liquid seal lines ahead (up-
must be equal to, or greater than, the total area of stream) of the pump to prevent dirt and other foreign
the two connected inlets. In those cases in which matter from entering the pump during operation. On
the length of the piping run for the inlet exceeds 75 recirculated seal systems, ensure that a strainer is
feet (23 meters) on pumps whose inlets are 2 inches installed in the return line from the air/water separa-
(50 mm) or less, or in those cases in which the length tor and ahead (upstream) of the heat exchanger, re-
exceeds 150 feet (46 meters) on pumps whose in- circulation pump, and the vacuum pump.
lets are larger, use the next larger pipe size over the
entire length of the piping run.
Arrangement B if necessary
NOTES:
1. Typical piping arrangements shown; make certain to refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for
specific piping requirements and seal supply pressure.
2. The inlet check valve must be installed in horizontal line only for proper operation. An inlet check valve is not requir ed for
filter applications or where vacuum will not be maintained on pump shutdown.
3. The distance between the pump and the separator should be kept to a minimum. The liquid level in the separator should
never be allowed to be higher than the pump shaft centerline. The pump discharge connections and separator inlet
connection are not always the same size. Refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for connection
sizes.
4. Stainless steel temporary screens will be supplied by NASH for protection from foreign material during the start-up period.
One screen (coarse mesh) will be supplied with iron pumps. Two screens (fine and coarse mesh) will be supplied with
stainless steel pumps. The fine mesh screen should be installed on the upstream side of the coarse mesh screen. All
temporary screens should be cleaned after initial start-up. When all debris has been removed, the screens should be
removed.
5. If a slightly elevated pump discharge is necessary, an equalizer line is used to balance the liquid level between the pump
and the separator.
6. Avoid long vertical drops (refer to dimension X) of 10 feet (3 meters) or more directly into the pump by diverting the stream
as shown. If the gas stream has a possibility of dirt carry-over, install a dirt pocket. A dirt pocket is mandatory for stainless
steel pump installations.
7. Install clean-out in this location when temporary screen is used in alternate location (item 11). If temporary screen is
installed in preferred location (item 10), use dirt pocket (item 12) for clean out.
Figure 1. Typical Piping Arrangements for CL, SC, TC, P2620, Vectra, and 904 Vacuum Pumps
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1 10
1 10
14 13
14 13 3
4 4
X
X 16 2 12
2 12 11
17
11
15
8 23
8 23
18
17
5 6 20 7 21 22 24 25 9
19 6 20 7 21 22 24 25 9
NOTES:
1. Typical piping arrangements shown; make certain to refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for
specific piping requirements and seal supply pressure.
2. The inlet check valve must be installed in horizontal line only for proper operation. An inlet check valve is not required for
filter applications or where vacuum will not be maintained on pump shutdown.
3. The distance between the pump and the separator should be kept to a minimum. The liquid level in the separator should
never be allowed to be higher than the pump shaft centerline. The pump discharge connections and separator inlet
connection are not always the same size. Refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for connection
sizes.
4. Stainless steel temporary screens will be supplied by NASH for protection from foreign material during the start-up period.
One screen (coarse mesh) will be supplied with iron pumps. Two screens (fine and coarse mesh) will be supplied with
stainless steel pumps. The fine mesh screen should be installed on the upstream side of the coarse mesh screen. All
temporary screens should be cleaned after initial start-up. When all debris has been removed, the screens should be
removed.
5. If a slightly elevated pump discharge is necessary, an equalizer line is used to balance the liquid level between the pump
and the separator.
6. Avoid long vertical drops (refer to dimension X) of 10 feet (3 meters) or more directly into the pump by diverting the stream
as shown. If the gas stream has a possibility of dirt carry-over, install a dirt pocket. A dirt pocket is mandatory for stainless
steel pump installations.
7. Install clean-out in this location when temporary screen is used in alternate location (item 11). If temporary screen is
installed in preferred location (item 10), use dirt pocket (item 12) for clean out.
seal or bearing life are a few of the things that can be Care should be taken to remove any foreign matter from
caused by pipe strain. piping by flushing before connecting to the pump.
Piping should be erected so that it can be connected to Water connections should be made full size to the pump,
the pump without springing or pulling on the piping. No and properly supported. A strainer in this line is required to
strain should be transmitted to the pump from piping suc- prevent rust and scale from entering the pump.
tion a nd discharge piping should be supported near the
pump with provision for expansion to prevent strain from
pipe expansion, bending or twisting forces. Caution - When piping connections to the
pump are complete, recheck coupling or v-
A proper cleanout or removable pipe section should be belt drive alignment as specified in
installed ahead of the pump so that temporary inlet paragraph 3.6 or 3.7. If alignment is not
screens may be cleaned of foreign material before their within the limits specified, check all piping
removal. connections for strain and correct.
Dirt pockets are an inexpensive form of insurance which
protect the pump from entry of pipe scale, tramp metal or
foreign material which may be present in the inlet piping.
Dirt pockets are required for stainless steel pump instal-
lations.
Figures 1 and 9 show examples of piping installations
which permit cleaning of temporary inlet screens prior to
their removal and continuous operating protection by the
use of dirt pockets.
In all instances where a 4-inch (102-mm) cleanout is
shown, a flanged tee or removable pipe section will usu-
ally serve a similar function.
Flexible piping connections are required on installations
where pump is to be mounted on vibration isolation bases.
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MUFFLERS WITH SEPARATING TEE
WATER TRAP SILENCER
1. Muffler 6. Air Inlet
2. Separating Tee 7. Water Outlet
3. Connection to Pump Discharge (See Note 2.) 8. Muffler Drain
4. Drain 9. Air Outlet
5. Vent
NOTES:
1. For specific dimensions, refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit.
2. The connection to the pump discharge must beat the same elevation as the pump discharge.
3. All pipe threads are American Standard.
4. Dimensions are in inches with dimensions in millimeters shown in parentheses.
Figure 5. Typical Mufflers with Separating Tee and Water Trap Silencer for Vacuum Pumps with Horizontal, Front or
Side Discharge Connections
NOTE:
Typical piping arrangements shown; make certain to refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for specific
piping arrangements.
Figure 8. Typical Piping Arrangement for Horizontal Inlet Compressor with Separator
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Arrangement A Arrangement B if necessary
1) Bleeder Line (See note 2) 14) Temporary Screens, Preferred Location (See note 6)
2) Start-up Bypass Valve (See note 3) 15) Inlet Check Valve (See note 4)
3) Discharge Check Valve (See note 4) 16) Dirt Pocket (See note 8)
4) To System 17) Inlet
5) Separator 18) Maximum Operating Level No Higher than
6) Drain Centerline of Compressor Shaft
7) Reducer (if necessary) (See note 5) 19) Equalizer Line (1 inch minimum, see note 7)
8) Clean-out (See note 9) 20) From System
9) Compressor 21) Ball Float Drain Valve
10) Orifice Union 22) Seal Liquid Inlet
11) Temporary Screens, Alternate Location 23) Adjusting Cock
(See note 6) 24) Initial Prime Bypass
12) Seal Supply 25) Solenoid Valve
13) Pressure Gauge (See note 1) 26) Strainer
27) Seal-line Isolation Valve
NOTES:
1) Typical piping arrangements shown; make certain to refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for
specific piping requirements and seal supply pressure.
2) A bleeder line located around the inlet check valve allows venting the compressor on shutdown.
3) A start-up bypass valve is required for proper start-up and should be capable of passing the full rated flow from the compressor.
Please note: A bypass line is not required for the SC and Vectra product line.
4) The inlet check valve prevents a slug of water from rushing into the inlet piping when the compressor stops. The discharge
check valve maintains system pressure when the compressor stops. Check valves must be installed in horizontal lines for
proper operation.
5) The distance between the compressor and the separator should be kept to a minimum. The liquid level in the separator
should never be allowed to be higher than the compressor shaft centerline. The compressor discharge connections and
separator inlet connections are not always the same size. Refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit
for connection sizes.
6) Stainless steel temporary screens will be supplied by NASH for protection from foreign material during the start-up period.
One screen (coarse mesh) will be supplied with iron compressors. Two screens (fine and coarse mesh) will be supplied
with stainless steel compressors. The fine mesh screen should be installed on the upstream side of the coarse mesh
screen. All temporary screens should be cleaned after initial start-up. When all debris has been removed, the screens
should be removed.
7) If a slightly elevated compressor discharge is necessary, an equalizer line is used to balance the liquid level between the
compressor and the separator.
8) Avoid long vertical drops (refer to dimension X, of 10 feet (3 meters) or more, directly into the compressor by diverting the
stream as shown. If the gas stream has a possibility of dirt carry-over, install a dirt pocket. A dirt pocket is mandatory for
stainless steel compressor installations.
9) Install a clean-out in this location when temporary screen is used in alternate location (item 11). If temporary screen is
installed in preferred location (item 14), use dirt pocket (item 16) for clean-out.
Figure 9. Typical Piping Arrangements for CL, SC, P2620, Vectra, and 904 Compressors
NASH Installation Instructions 13
1) Bleeder Line (See note 2) 15) Inlet Check Valve (See note 4)
2) Start-up Bypass Valve (See note 3) 16) Dirt Pocket (See note 8)
3) Discharge Check Valve (See note 4) 17) Inlet
4) To System 18) Maximum Operating Level No Higher than
5) Separator Centerline of Compressor Shaft
6) Drain 19) Equalizer Line (1 inch minimum, see note 7)
7) Reducer (if necessary) (See note 5) 20) From System
8) Clean-out (See note 9) 21) Ball Float Drain Valve
9) Compressor 22) Seal Liquid Inlet
10) Orifice Union 23) Adjusting Cock
11) Temporary Screens, Alternate Location 24) Initial Prime Bypass
(See note 6) 25) Solenoid Valve
12) Seal Supply 26) Strainer
13) Pressure Gauge (See note 1) 27) Seal-line Isolation Valve
14) Temporary Screens, Preferred Location
(See note 6)
NOTES:
1) Typical piping arrangements shown; make certain to refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit for
specific piping requirements and seal supply pressure.
2) A bleeder line located around the inlet check valve allows venting the compressor on shutdown.
3) The inlet check valve prevents a slug of water from rushing into the inlet piping when the compressor stops. The discharge
check valve maintains system pressure when the compressor stops. Check valves must be installed in horizontal lines for
proper operation.
4) The distance between the compressor and the separator should be kept to a minimum. The liquid level in the separator
should never be allowed to be higher than the compressor shaft centerline. The compressor discharge connections and
separator inlet connections are not always the same size. Refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit
for connection sizes.
5) Stainless steel temporary screens will be supplied by NASH for protection from foreign material during the start-up period.
One screen (coarse mesh) will be supplied with iron compressors. Two screens (fine and coarse mesh) will be supplied
with stainless steel compressors. The fine mesh screen should be installed on the upstream side of the coarse mesh
screen. All temporary screens should be cleaned after initial start-up. When all debris has been removed, the screens
should be removed.
6) With a slightly elevated compressor discharge, an equalizer line is used to balance the liquid level between the compressor
and the separator.
7) Avoid long vertical drops (refer to dimension X, of 10 feet (3 meters) or more, directly into the compressor by diverting the
stream as shown. If the gas stream has a possibility of dirt carry-over, install a dirt pocket. A dirt pocket is mandatory for
stainless steel compressor installations.
8) Install a clean-out in this location when temporary screen is used in alternate location (item 11). If temporary screen is
installed in preferred location (item 14), use dirt pocket (item 16) for clean-out.
NOTE:
1. Dimensions are in inches with dimensions in millimeters in parentheses.
1. Foundation Bolt 5. Washer In most cases, units are shipped with the pump and driver
2. Base 6. Bolt Sleeve [3 in. (76 mm) long]
mounted on the base and coupling assembly parts shipped
3. Grout 7. Plate
4. Concrete Foundation 8. Shims
separately. (Refer to Paragraph 1b.) The pump and driver
have been checked on level pads or (when supplied) on
NOTE: the customer's base at the factory to ensure that field align-
Dimensions are in inches with dimensions in millime- ment can be made, provided that the base is field mounted
ters in parentheses. on a level foundation. However, as indicated in Paragraph
1 d, they are NOT in alignment. Motor shims are packed
Figure 12. Foundation Bolt Installation and Grouting. separately and shipped with a pump that is base mounted
to receive the drive motor.
A flexible coupling will accept some degree of misalign-
ment such as that caused by temperature change or other
variations for a short period of time. However, a coupling
must be in alignment for continuous operation in all cases.
Figure 13. Preparing Foundation Bolt Pads and Installing and Grouting Skids
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Even though a coupling may be lubricated, excess mis-
alignment causes wear, vibration, and loads that result in CAUTION - Turbine alignment must be
premature bearing failure, seal wear, or ultimate seizing of performed at operating temperature. Consult
the pump. Misalignment can be angular, parallel, or a com- the turbine manufacturer's installation and
bination of these; in addition, misalignment can be in the operation manual or his representative for
horizontal plane, vertical plane, or both. (See Figure 14.) If recommendations on alignment procedures
proper alignment cannot be achieved, recheck the tight- and for thermal growth allowances that
ness of foundation bolts and the leveling provided by the should be made between shaft centerlines
shimming of the foundation bolts. for your turbine and driven equipment.
DRIVERS (MOTORS, GEAR REDUCERS, TURBINES,
ETC.) MUST BE FIELD ALIGNED TO THE PUMP PRIOR
TO OPERATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOL-
LOWING INSTRUCTIONS.
a. Rough Alignment.
Perform a rough alignment, before accomplishing the
final alignment, as follows:
I. Level the base (by shimming) and securely fasten
1. Machined Surface
the base to its permanent foundation at all founda- Extending From Body
tion locations. 2. Coupling Hub Face
2. Roughly align the pump and driver shaft centerlines
in the horizontal plane (make them straight enough)
so that final alignment adjustments can be made at
the driver only.
Dimension A - Inches (MM)
3. Roughly align the pump and driver shaft centerlines
in the vertical plane (make them level enough) so Pump Size
that final alignment adjustments can be made at the Single Extended Double Extended
driver only. It may be necessary or desirable to shim Shaft Shaft
the feet of the pump in order to achieve adequate
elevation. CL-2000 21 (533) 21 (533)
SIDE VIEW
be overhung in order to achieve the correct
coupling gap, it is a good practice to
overhang both coupling halves by an equal
Dimensions - Inches (mm)*
Pump Model amount. For CL-2000 through CL-14000
A 1/32 (0,8) B 1/32 (0,8) series pumps, P2620, and 904 Pumps,
make certain the pump to coupling hub
904 L,M 22-1/2 (572) dimension specified in Figure 15 or 16 is
904 P,R 25-3/8 (645) maintained.
904 S,T 29-5/8 (752)
904 U 30-13/16 (783) 6. Securely fasten the pump to the base after rough
alignment has been accomplished in both the verti-
P2620 18-7/16 (468)
cal and horizontal planes and after the proper cou-
*Single and double extended shafts pling gap has been achieved.
7. Make all final piping connection to the pump after
Figure 16. Coupling Assembly Dimension, P2620 and
the rough alignment has been accomplished and
904 Pump Models
before final alignment is performed.
b. Coupling Alignment Shim Kit.
A shim kit is supplied by NASH for all pumps that
are mounted on a common pump/motor base. The
shims have a total thickness of approximately 1/16
inch (1.6 mm) and are used to make the final align-
ment of the motor to the pump. The shims are lami-
nated, even though they may appear solid. Each
lamination is 0.003 inch (0.076 mm). To obtain the
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desired thickness, lift the rounded edge of the lami- ner shim layers between the thicker shim layers and
nation with a knife at the approximate thickness de- then insert the combined shim total. Sandwiching
sired. Once the knife penetrates the shim edge, work the shims before inserting them prevents the thin
the knife through the shim lamination until the lami- shims from bending over and creating uneven foot-
nations separate completely. ings. The fact that the edges of the shims are slightly
rounded will not affect shim performance.
c. Final Alignment (Preferred Method).
WARNING - The laminations can be
extremely sharp. Wear gloves while peeling Following accomplishment of the rough alignment
shims to avoid minor cuts. and preliminary shimming procedures, align the units
using a dial indicator, as follows, to accomplish the
final alignment.
Peel individual shim layers to make fine adjustments
to the total shim thickness. When inserting thin shim
layers under the feet of the motor, sandwich the thin-
Detail A. Rung spacer installation (see note 2.) Detail B. Insulated 100og82 coupling (see note 3.)
**1/4 inch (3.2 mm) (approx.) coupling hub overhang on pump shaft results when shrunk per NASH installation drawing(s)
dimensions. Recommended motor hub installation dimension will also result in 1/4 inch (3.2 mm) (approx.) overhang.
NOTES:
1. For specific dimensions, refer to the NASH installation drawing(s) supplied with your unit.
2. Rung spacers are to be installed with clearance as shown at break in grid 180 degrees apart. The remaining spacers are to
be evenly spaced apart. The rubber disc, 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) thick, is to be installed between the T10 coupling hubs.
3. Insulation can be installed on 1000G82 motor couplings for synchronous motors when required.
4. Dimensions are in inches with dimensions in millimeters shown in parentheses.
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3. During operation of the pump, check the unit for ex- moving of the centers closer together by the amount
cessive noise and vibration. Either or both of these shown in Table 2 or 3 to permit installation of the
conditions may result from improper alignment. belts without damage. Make allowance for center
adjustment by the amount shown in the Minimum
3.7 V-Belt Drive Alignment Take-Up Allowance column of the applicable table.
This adjustment is required to compensate for manu-
facturing tolerance and for possible stretch and wear
CAUTION - V-Belt sheaves should not be of the belts after initial run-in and during operation.
forced on the pump shaft. If the bushing is
d. Measure the span length of the installed belt (di-
hard to slide on the shaft. Wedge a
mension A in Figure 21).
screwdriver into the saw cut to overcome
the tightness, do not force the sheave! e. Using a spring scale, apply a perpendicular force to
Forcing may damage the bearings or the any ONE of the belts at the center of span A. The
pump internal parts or surfaces. force should be large enough to deflect the belt 1/64
inch (0.4 mm) for every inch (25.4 mm) of span length.
For example, the deflection of a 30-inch (762-mm)
Pumps mounted on bases with motor and sliding bases
span is 30 x 1/64 or 0.469 inch (11.9 mm).
have sufficient range of adjustment to allow for V-belt drive
installation and take-up as specified in the following pro- f. Compare the deflection force applied in step e with
cedures. the values in Table 4. Initially tighten the belt to the
value shown for the run-in period. The ideal tension
For a V-belt drive, whenever it is necessary to position the
is the least tension at which the belts will not slip
motor relative to the pump shaft, allow for belt tightening
under peak load conditions.
according to Table 2 (Conventional Drive) or Table 3 (Ultra
V Drive). The dimensions listed in Table 2 under the head-
ings A, B, C, etc. and the dimensions listed under the WARNING - Always enclose v-belt drives with
headings 3V, 5V, and 8V in Table 3 are the minimum dis- a guard before starting the driver.
tances below the standard center distance to which the
belts should be installed. The dimensions listed under the
heading of Minimum Take-Up Allowance are the minimum g. Check the tension frequently during the first 24 to 48
distances that should be allowed to tighten the belts. hours to check for the value established in steps e
and f. If the value changes, readjust the belt ten-
V-belts should be factory or field matched in required sets sion. At the end of 48 hours, stop the driver and
for best results. If matched belts are not available, use check the tension again. Compare this tension with
belts with the same or adjacent code numbers. Belt lengths the value shown in Table 4 for normal running. Ad-
and a code number are stamped on each belt at the fac- just the belt tension, if necessary.
tory. The code number indicates a variation in belt length:
code 50 indicates no variation in belt length; numbers above
or below 50 indicate variations of belt length. CAUTION - Over tensioning shortens belt
V-belts are coded in consecutive numbers as follows: and bearing life.
Under 120 inches (3048 mm), by variations of 1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) with two-digit code steps (46-48-50-52-54, etc.)
for each 1/16-inch (1.6 -mm) variation; 120 inches (3048
mm) and over (and all 8V's) by 1/8-inch (3.2-mm) varia-
tions with four-digit code steps (42-46-50-54-58, etc.). Thus,
for example, a B belt marked 90" Code 48 would have an
actual length of 89-15/16 inches (2284 mm); an A belt or
an 8V belt marked 130" Code 54 would have an actual
length of 130-1/8 inches (3305 mm).
Install the V-belt in accordance with the following instructions:
a. Mount the belt(s) in the grooves without forcing.
b. Align the belt drive by the four-point method, using a
straightedge. The two sheaves are aligned when the
two points (near and far) on the face of each of the
sheaves touch the straightedge as shown in Figure
19.
1. Driver Sheave
c. Determine installation and take-up allowance dimen-
2. Driven Sheave
sions by referring to Tables 2 and 3 and thereby es- 3. Straightedge
tablish center distance and standard belt length
dimensions. (See Figure 20.) Make provision for the Figure 19. Four-Point V-Belt Alignment Method
A B C D All Sections
120 to 158 (3048 to 4013) 1 (25) 1-1/4 (32) 1-1/2 (38) 2 (51) 3 (76)
158 to 195 (4013 to 4953) - 1-1/4 (32) 2 (51) 2 (51) 3-1/2 (89)
1.5% of Belt
420 and over (10668 and over) - - - 3 (76)
Length
*In each group the range is to, but not including, the second length.
Dimension in millimeters shown in parentheses.
112 to 140 (2845 to 3556) 3/4 (19) 1 (25) 1-1/2 (38) 1 3/4(44)
*In each group the range is to, but not including, the second length.
Dimension in millimeters shown in parentheses.
22 Bulletin 642-J
h. After piping connections have been completed (Para-
graph 3.5), check to be sure that the pump turns CAUTION - The pump must be primed and
freely and that the V-belt drive runs the pump in the the seal water supply turned on before
correct direction of rotation. Refer to the Operation starting the pump, even to check direction
and Maintenance Bulletin for your pump for initial of rotation.
start-up instructions.
i. Keep the V-belts free of foreign material at all times
and inspect the V-belt drive on a regular basis.
A. Span Length
A. Allowance for V-Belt Installation B. Deflection - 1/64 in. per inch (0.4 mm per 25.4 mm)
B. Allowance for V-Belt Take-Up of Span
C. Center Distance C. Force
Figure 20. V-Belt Center-Distance Determination Figure 21. Checking V-Belt Tension