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Gorman-Rupp Pumps 14D1-GX390 1325668 and up User Manual

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10 SERIES

OM−04529

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

PAGE E − 10

Final Pump Assembly

(Figure 1)

Be sure the pump and engine are securely
mounted to the base.

Apply Loctite Pipe Sealand with Teflon" or equiva-
lent compound to the threads of the discharge el-
bow (2) and screw the elbow into the pump dis-
charge flange until tight.

Install the suction and discharge lines and open all
valves. Make certain that all piping connections are
tight, properly supported and secure.

Be sure the engine has been properly lubricated,
see LUBRICATION.

Remove the fill plug assembly (4). Fill the pump
casing with clean liquid. Reinstall the fill plug and
tighten it.

Refer to OPERATION, Section C, before putting
the pump back into service.

LUBRICATION

Seal Assembly

(Figure 2)

The seal assembly is lubricated by the medium be-
ing pumped. No additional lubrication is required.

Engine

Consult the literature supplied with the engine, or
contact your local engine representative.