Goulds Pumps 3420 - IOM - Manual (Page 20)

BASEPLATE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Industry standard procedures and/or the following
procedure should be followed prior to grouting the
baseplate. The procedure assumes the installer has a basic
knowledge of baseplate and foundation design and
installation methods.
BASEPLATE PREPARATION
1. Inspect all surfaces of the baseplate that will contact
the grout for contamination (rust, oil, grime, etc.)
2. Thoroughly clean all surfaces of the baseplate that will
contact the grout with a cleaner that will not leave any
residue.
NOTE: It may be necessary to sandblast the contact
surfaces and coat with a primer compatible with the
grout. If sandblasting is necessary, remove all the
equipment prior to sandblasting.
3. Inspect all machined surfaces for burrs, rust, paint, or
any other type of contamination. If necessary, use a
honing stone to remove any burrs.
FOUNDATION PREPARATION
1. Chip the top of the foundation .50-1.0 in. (13-25 mm)
to remove porous or low strength concrete. If using a
pneumatic hammer, assure that it is not contaminating
the surface with oil, moisture, etc.
2. Remove water and/or debris from the foundation bolt
holes/sleeves. If sleeve type bolts are being used, fill
the sleeves with stuffing material and seal to prevent
grout from entering.
3. Coat the exposed portion of the anchor bolts with a
non-bonding compound to prevent grout from
adhering to the anchor bolts.
4. If recommended by the grout manufacturer, coat the
foundation surface with a compatible primer.
LEVEL BASEPLATE
1. Place two sets of wedges or shims on the foundation,
one set on each side of every foundation bolt. The
wedges should extend .75 in. (20 mm) to 1.5 in. (40
mm) above the foundation to allow for adequate
grouting. This will provide even support for the
baseplate once it is grouted. 2. Remove water and/or debris from anchor bolt
holes/sleeves prior to grouting. If sleeve type bolts are
being used, fill the sleeves with rags to prevent grout
from entering.
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