Gorman-Rupp Pumps 2D-X.75 1P 1462001 and up - Manual (Page 8)

D SERIES OM−01478
PAGE B − 1 INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION − SECTION B
Review all SAFETY information in Section A.
Since pump installations are seldom identical, this
section offers only general recommendations and
practices required to inspect, position, and ar-
range the pump and piping.
For further assistance, contact your Gorman-Rupp
distributor or the Gorman-Rupp Company.
Pump Dimensions
See Figure 1 for the approximate physical dimen-
sions of this pump.
OUTLINE DRAWING
Figure 1. Pump Model 2D-X.75 1P
PREINSTALLATION INSPECTION
The pump assembly was inspected and tested be-
fore shipment from the factory. Before installation,
inspect the pump for damage which may have oc-
curred during shipment. Check as follows:
a. Inspect the pump for cracks, dents, damaged
threads, and other obvious damage.
b. Check for and tighten loose attaching hard-
ware. Since gaskets tend to shrink after dry-
ing, check for loose hardware at mating sur-
faces.
c. Carefully read all tags, decals, and markings
on the pump assembly, and perform all duties
indicated.
d. Check levels and lubricate as necessary. Re-
move the shipping plug from the top of the
gear reducer and replace it with the vented
plug shipped loose with the unit. Refer to LU-
BRICATION in the MAINTENANCE AND RE-
PAIR section of this manual and perform du-
ties as instructed.
e. If the pump and motor have been stored for
more than 12 months, some of the compo-