Baseplate-mounting procedures, Prepare the baseplate for mounting, Install the baseplate using shims or wedges – Goulds Pumps 3355 - IOM User Manual
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Installation
• The foundation must weigh between two and three times the weight of the complete pump,
baseplate, and drive assembly.
• Provide a flat, substantial concrete foundation in order to prevent strain and distortion
when you tighten the foundation bolts.
• Sleeve-type and J-type foundation bolts are most commonly used. Both designs allow
movement for the final bolt adjustment.
Sleeve-type bolts
1. Baseplate
2. Shims or wedges
3. Foundation
4. Sleeve
5. Dam
6. Bolt
J-type bolts
1. Baseplate
2. Shims or wedges
3. Foundation
4. Dam
5. Bolt
Baseplate-mounting procedures
Prepare the baseplate for mounting
1. Remove all the attached equipment from the baseplate.
2. Clean the underside of the baseplate completely.
3. If applicable, coat the underside of the baseplate with an epoxy primer.
Use an epoxy primer only if you used an epoxy-based grout.
4. Remove the rust-proofing coat from the machined mounting pads using an appropriate
solvent.
5. Remove water and debris from the foundation-bolt holes.
Install the baseplate using shims or wedges
Required tools:
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