Gorman-Rupp Pumps 82D3-B 274955 and up - Manual (Page 29)

80 SERIES OM−00806
MAINTENANCE & REPAIR PAGE E − 10
Bearings
The pedestal was fully lubricated when shipped
from the factory. Under normal conditions, remove
the vented plug (8) and add three shots of No. 0
lithium base grease from a grease gun after each
250 hours of operation or once each month, which-
ever comes first. Do not over-lubricate. Over-lu-
brication will cause the bearings to over-heat, re-
sulting in premature bearing failure.
If grease is forced out around the shaft or
bearings as new grease is added, the
bearing cavity is full and should be disas-
sembled and cleaned immediately.
After lubrication, clean and reinstall the vented
plug.
There are no provisions in the bearing cavity to
drain or flush the lubricant. The pump and pedestal
must be disassembled to completely clean and
maintain this cavity.
Under normal conditions, change the grease after
each 5000 hours of operation, or at 12 month inter-
vals, whichever comes first. Change the grease
more frequently if the pump is operated continu-
ously or installed in an environment where variable
hot and cold temperatures are common.
When lubricating a dry (overhauled) pedestal, fill
the cavity with approximately 1.5 ounces (42,5
grams) of grease.
For cold weather operation, consult the factory or a
lubricant supplier for the recommended grade of
lubricant.
Power Source
Consult the literature supplied with the power
source, or contact your local power source repre-
sentative.