Gorman-Rupp Pumps 112D60-B 1288322 and up - Manual (Page 14)

10 SERIES OM−01830
PAGE B − 7 INSTALLATION
every 90
_. The coupling is in alignment when the
hubs are the same distance apart at all points (see
Figure B−4).
Figure B−4. Aligning Non-Spider-Type
Couplings
Check parallel adjustment by laying a straightedge
across both coupling rims at the top, bottom, and
side. When the straightedge rests evenly on both
halves of the coupling, the coupling is in horizontal
parallel alignment. If the coupling is misaligned,
use a feeler gauge between the coupling and the
straightedge to measure the amount of misalign-
ment.
Belt Drives
When using belt drives, the power source and the
pump must be parallel. Use a straightedge along
the sides of the pulleys to ensure that the pulleys
are properly aligned (see Figure B−5). In drive sys-
tems using two or more belts, make certain that the
belts are a matched set; unmatched sets will cause
accelerated belt wear.
MISALIGNED:
SHAFTS
NOT PARALLEL
MISALIGNED:
SHAFTS
NOT IN LINE
ALIGNED: SHAFTS
PARALLEL AND
SHEAVES IN LINE
Figure B−5. Alignment of V-Belt Driven
Pumps
Tighten the belts in accordance with the belt manu-
facturer’s instructions. If the belts are too loose,
they will slip; if the belts are too tight, there will be
excessive power loss and possible bearing failure.
Select pulleys that will match the proper speed ra-
tio; overspeeding the pump may damage both
pump and power source.
Do not operate the pump without the
guard in place over the rotating parts.
Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth-
ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in-
jury to personnel.
V-BELT TENSIONING
General Rules of Tensioning
For new V-belts, check the tension after 5, 20 and
50 hours of operation and re-tension as required
(see the following procedure for measuring belt
tension). Thereafter, check and re-tension if re-
quired monthly or at 500 hour intervals, whichever
comes first.
Ideal V-belt tension is the lowest tension at which
the belt will not slip under peak load conditions. Do
not over-tension V-belts. Over-tensioning will short-
en both V-belt and bearing life. Under-tensioning
will cause belt slippage. Always keep belts free
from dirt, grease, oil and other foreign material
which may cause slippage.