SOURCES_SOUGHT_NOTICE_Downs_Pump_Repair_06_24_26_1.pdf

140R6026Q0098 - SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Downs Protective Dike

Pumping Unit Repair and Generator Replacement

This Sources Sought Notice is issued in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Part 10. It does not constitute a solicitation or any commitment to contract. This notice is not a request for quotations and the information presented in this announcement will not obligate the

Bureau of Reclamation in any manner.

This request is part of the Government’s market research efforts to identify and gather information on potential sources capable of providing pump repair and generator replacement services located in Downs, Kansas. The anticipated contract action is not expected to exceed the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).

Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information submitted or for any administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. All costs associated with responding to this request will be solely at the respondent’s expense.

The Government anticipates utilizing North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 811310, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (Pump Repair), which carries a small business size standard of $12.5 million. The corresponding Product Service

Code (PSC) is expected to be J043, Maint/Repair/Rebuild of Equipment – Pumps and

Compressors. Interested parties are invited to submit written comments or recommendations regarding the proposed NAICS and PSC designations if they believe alternative classifications may be more appropriate. The Government reserves the right to revise the proposed NAICS and/or PSC designations based on feedback received.

A firm-fixed-price contract is contemplated. The anticipated solicitation release date is late

July or early August 2026, with an anticipated period of performance of 180 days from contract award.

Small Business Sources are encouraged to respond with a capability statement if your company is interested and can demonstrate the firm’s ability, capability, and responsibility to provide the services and supplies detailed in the attached draft work statement.

Interested Small Business Sources are invited to submit a capability statement of no more than 5 pages addressing:

(a) Business name, address, and point of contact information.

(b) Unique Entity ID for SAM.gov

(c) Business size status and socio-economic designation (8(a), HUBZone, Women-owned, Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned, Indian Small Business Economic

Enterprise, Small Business, etc.)

(d) Experience performing similar and relevant pump repair services within the last 5 years. Additionally, include any relevant experience with supply purchases for similar generators.

(e) Any comments or recommendations regarding the proposed NAICS and PSC designations.

Responses to this notice are strictly voluntary and will not in any way affect the ability to submit a quotation, nor will it have any effect on the evaluation of any contractor’s response to a future solicitation should one be issued.

Responses to this notice should be submitted to Dwane D. Esplin, dwane_esplin@ios.doi.gov by

July 8, 2026, 5:00 PM (MDT).

Prospective contractors must be registered and must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management, (SAM). Prospective contractors must be registered in SAM prior to submitting a quote for the future solicitation should one be issued. Lack of registration in the

SAM database will make a vendor ineligible for the prospective award. Information on SAM registration can be obtained via the internet at http://www.sam.gov.

mailto:dwane_esplin@ios.doi.gov http://www.sam.gov/

DOWNS PROTECTIVE DIKE

PUMPING UNIT REPAIR AND GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program Kansas

Summary of Work:

This work statement outlines required services to include repair of two pumping units and replacement of a backup generator. Services summary below:

- Mobilization

- Removal of pumping units

- Repair of pumping units

- Re-installation of pumping units

- Installation of flexible hose-type grease lines.

- Commissioning of pumping units within manufacturer’s specifications.

- Supply and installation of generator unit.

Site Conditions:

The work is located at the Downs Protective Dike, Downs Kansas. See Exhibit A.

The pumping units are in the Downs pump house. Removal of a roof access hatch is required and shall be completed by the Contractor. Roof hatch shall be reinstalled after removal of pumping units to prevent water from entering pump building. Removal of the pumps shall require a large crane with a horizontal reach of approximately 90 feet. See Exhibit B for facility drawings.

NOTE: Crane / pulling unit will not be allowed on the access bridge that connects from the dike crest to the pump house.

Pumping Unit Details:

The pumping units were replaced in 2020. One pumping unit exhibited excessive vibration after installation that required additional adjustments for run-out. In 2023, the oil system ran over, and it was undetermined if the oiler was applying excess oil or if there was a blockage in the line. In 2025, the pump was run and excessive vibration began that caused a retaining collar on the bottom side of the motor to come loose as well as excessive wear in the seal housing bearing. Additionally, the pumping unit motor has exhibited higher operating temperatures than the other unit. The unit was taken offline in 2025.

In 2026, the grease line to the second pumping unit suction bearing was broken off. The unit may have run as much as 100 hours with the detached grease line.

Both pumping units and motors are identical.

Repair Details:

The Contractor shall remove the pumping units, disassemble them, perform inspections, and replace all worn or damaged components as identified during inspection. The lineshafts shall be inspected for damage and checked for straightness according to the manufacturer’s instruction manual. The Contractor shall document all inspection findings. Additionally, all seals and bearings shall be replaced with factory specified parts. Bearings in the motor shall be replaced with factory specified parts. See Exhibit C for details on parts, and installation procedures.

The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer of any components, other than bearings and seals, that show damage or excessive wear. The Contractor shall provide a cost proposal (including parts, labor, profit, etc) to the Contracting Officer for review and memorialized via supplemental agreement. Replacement of these components shall not occur until a supplemental agreement modification is issued for an equitable adjustment to the contract.

NOTE: Damage done to components, by the Contractor, during the performance of the Contract shall be corrected at no cost to the Government.

The Contractor shall reassemble the pumping units, reinstall pumping units, and make final performance adjustments including replacing all lubricants in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. See Exhibit C. The Contractor shall replace steel grease lines with flexible hose-type grease lines.

Generator Details:

The existing generator is in the generator building on top of the dike and adjacent to the pump house access bridge. See Exhibit B.

The Contractor shall remove existing generator. After removal, the existing generator shall become the Contractor’s property for disposal. Existing generator shall not be removed until the replacement generator is onsite and ready for installation.

The Contractor shall provide and install a replacement generator with the following salient characteristics:

Minimum Prime Power Rating: 180KW/225KVA Phase: 3 Voltage: 277/480 Fuel: Diesel The generator shall not exceed the following maximum dimensions:

Length: 144 inches Width: 66 inches Height: 72 inches

Factory-authorized service provider shall be within ~200 miles of Downs, KS.

The Contractor shall include with the generator the standard commercial warranty as provided by the manufacturer at no additional cost to the government.

The Contractor shall provide and install a 500 gallon fuel tank with double wall integral containment. Open containment basins will not be acceptable. Fuel tank shall be located outside, on the east side of the generator building.

Electrical work shall be performed by an electrician licensed by the State of Kansas.

NOTE: Contractor shall follow Section 1.03 of Reclamation Safety and Health Standards (RSHS). The RSHS can be found at https://www.usbr.gov/safety/rshs/index.html.

Period of Performance:

Contractor shall complete all work within 180 days after prospective contract award.

The Contractor shall submit the following:

Pumping units:

- Documentation of pump inspection and listing of all replaced components and lubricants to be used prior to reinstallation of pumping units.

- Measurements taken during installation as directed in Exhibit D.

Generator:

- Specifications including datasheet and warranty information.

- Name and location of factory authorized service providers.

- Fuel tank specifications

Other Information:

Pumping unit information is provided in Exhibit D.

Photographs are provided in Exhibit E.

Listing of Exhibits:

Exhibit A – Location Map

Exhibit B – Facility Drawings

Exhibit C – Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions.

Exhibit D – Pumping Unit Information

Exhibit E – Photographs

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Exhibit C – Manufacturer’s Instructions

MODEL VIT

VERTICAL INDUSTRIAL TURBINE PUMPS

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Foreword This manual provides instructions for the Installation, Operation, and Maintenance of the Goulds Water Technology Vertical Industrial Turbine Pumps. This manual covers a standard product. For special options, supplemental instructions are available. This manual must be read and understood before installation and start-up.

This instruction manual covers several different pump models. Most assembly, disassembly, and inspection procedures are the same for all the pumps. However, where there are differences, these differences will be noted within the manual. The design, materials and workmanship incorporated in the construction of the Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps makes them capable of giving long, trouble-free service. The life and satisfactory service of any mechanical unit, however, is enhanced and extended by correct application, proper installation, periodic inspection, condition monitoring and careful maintenance. This instruction manual was prepared to assist operators in understanding the construction and the correct methods of installing, operating, and maintaining these pumps.

The information contained in this book is intended to assist operating personnel by providing information on the characteristics of the purchased equipment. It does not relieve the user of their responsibility of using accepted safe engineering practices in the installation, operation and maintenance of this equipment.

Goulds Water Technology shall not be liable for physical injury, death, damage, or delays caused by a failure to observe the instructions for installation, operation and maintenance contained in this manual.

Warranty is valid only when genuine Goulds Water Technology parts are used.

Use of the equipment on a service other than stated in the order will nullify the warranty, unless written approval is obtained in advance from Goulds Water Technology.

For information or questions not covered in this manual, contact Goulds Water Technology at (806) 763-7867.

THIS MANUAL EXPLAINS :

• Proper Installation • Pump Overhaul

• Start-up Procedures • Trouble Shooting

• Operation Procedures • Ordering Spare or Repair Parts

• Routine Maintenance

Table of Contents

SUBJECT PAGE

SECTION 1 – Safety

Safety Instructions

General Precautions

SECTION 2 – General Information

Introduction

Receiving and Checking

Materials and Equipment Required

Storage

General Description

Typical Drawings ..................................................................................................................................................7-10

SECTION 3 – Installation

Foundation / Piping

Pump Installation

Installing the Bowl Assembly

Installing the Column

Installing the Discharge Head

Installing the Stuffing Box

Installing the Mechanical Seal

Mechanical Seal Alignment

Installing the Tension Plate

Installing the Driver

Installing the Thrust Pot

SECTION 4 – Pump Start Up and Operation

SECTION 5 – Maintenance

Preventive Maintenance

Packing Adjustment and Replacement

Seasonal Shutdown

Thrust Pot Lubrication and Maintenance

Recommended Lubricants

Troubleshooting

SECTION 6 – Disassembly and Reassembly

Disassembly

Inspection and Reassembly

SECTION 7 – Repair Parts

Limited Warranty

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions – SECTION 1Safety Instructions – SECTION 1

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

Hazardous voltage can shock, burn or cause death.

• Other personal protective equipment to protect against hazardous/toxic fluid.

Maintenance Safety:

• Always lock out power.

• Ensure pump is isolated from system and the pressure is relieved before disassembling the pump, removing plugs, or disconnecting the piping.

• Use proper lifting and supporting equipment to prevent serious injury or death.

• Observe all decontamination procedures.

General Information – SECTION 2

INTRODUCTION

NOTE: The information in this manual intends to be used as a guide only. If you are in doubt, consult your Goulds Water Technology representative for specific information about your pump.

The design, material, and workmanship incorporated in the construction of Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps makes them capable of giving long, trouble free service. The life and satisfactory service of any mechanical unit, however, is enhanced and extended by correct application, proper installation, periodic inspection and careful maintenance. This instruction manual was prepared to assist operators in understanding the construction and the correct methods of installing, operating and maintaining these pumps.

Rotating components of the pump assembly must be covered with a suitable rigid guard to prevent injury to personnel.

Study thoroughly Sections 1 through 6 and carefully follow the instructions for installing and operating.

Sections 5 contains answers to troubleshooting and maintenance questions. Keep this instruction manual handy for reference.

Goulds Water Technology will not be liable for any damages or delay caused by failure to comply with the provisions of this instruction manual.

RECEIVING AND CHECKING

The pump should be carefully supported prior to unloading from the carrier. Handle all components carefully. Inspection for damage of the shipping crate should be made prior to unpacking the pump. After unpacking, visually inspect the pump and check the following:

1. Contents of the pump assembly against the packing list.

2. All components against damage.

3. All shafting for damage, should the crate be broken or show careless handling. All shafting must be checked for straightness.

Any shortages or damages should be immediately called to the attention of the local freight agent of the carrier by which the shipment arrived and proper notation made on the bill. This will prevent any controversy when a claim is made and facilitate prompt and satisfactory adjustment.

WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

TO AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL

INJURY OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ

AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN

THE MANUAL AND ON THE PUMP.

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.

When you see this symbol on the pump or in the manual, look for one of the follow-ing signal words and be alert to the poten-tial for personal injury or property damage.

Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury or property damage.

NOTICE: INDICATES SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

WHICH ARE VERY IMPORTANT AND MUST BE

FOLLOWED.

THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED TO ASSIST IN

THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF

THIS UNIT. THOROUGHLY REVIEW ALL

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO

PERFORMING ANY WORK ON THIS PUMP.

MAINTAIN ALL SAFETY DECALS.

Install, ground and wire according to local and National Electrical Code Requirements.

Install an all leg disconnect switch near the pump.

Disconnect and lockout electrical power before installing or servicing the pump.

Electrical supply must match motor’s nameplate specifications. Incorrect voltage can cause fire, damage motor and void the warranty.

Single phase pump motors are equipped with an automatic thermal protector, which opens the motor’s electrical circuit when an overload condition exists.

This can cause the pump to start unexpectedly.

General Precautions Personal injuries will result if procedures outlined in this manual are not followed

Electric supply MUST match pump’s nameplate specifications. Incorrect voltage can cause fire, damage to motor and voids warranty.

Safety Apparel:

• Insulated work gloves when handling hot sand collar.

• Heavy work gloves when handling parts with sharp edges, especially impellers.

• Safety glasses (with side shields) for eye protection.

• Steel-toed shoes for foot protection when handling parts, heavy tools, etc.

General Information – SECTION 2

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

The material and equipment necessary for installation of the pump will vary with the size of the pump and the type of installation.

The following list of standard tools and supplies is offered only as a guide.

BULK MATERIAL

• Anti-Galling lubricant

(such as Dow Corning “MOLYKOTE”)

• Thread Compound

• Lubrication Oil

• Turbine Oil

• Grease

RIGGING EQUIPMENT

• Mobile power hoist, traveling crane or derrick.

• Drag line and blocks.

• Lifting Bail for Threaded Column.

• Elevator clamps, if unit is unassembled.

• Clevises – for use with eyebolts.

• Timbers – size, length and quantity to support long pump parts on the floor.

• I-Beams or timbers to support pump over installation.

HAND TOOLS

• Pipe wrenches

• Feeler gauges

• Machinist Level

• Set of mechanics tools including: files, wire brush, pliers, wire cutters and pocket knife.

• Clean rags

• Dial indicator to assist in motor and pump alignment

OPTIONAL TOOLS TO FACILITATE PUMP

ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY

• Taperlock driver to assist in bowl assembly and disassembly for pumps with taper lock impellers only.

STORAGE

Goulds Water Technology carefully preserves and protects its products for shipment. However, the effective life of the preservatives applied at the factory can vary from 3 to 18 months depending on the severity of the environment in which the equipment is stored.

This section provides procedures for preparation prior to storage and maintenance during storage of Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps. These procedures are necessary to protect the precision parts of the pumps. Specific procedures for storing motors, gear drivers, and engines, should be obtained from the equipment manufacturer.

This section is intended to be of general assistance to users of Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps. It shall not modify, amend and/or otherwise alter the scope of Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps warranty responsibilities to the purchaser in any way whatsoever.

Storage Preparation

Goulds Water Technology VIT Pumps require proper preparation for storage and regular maintenance during storage. The pump shall be considered in storage when it has been delivered to the job site and is awaiting installation.

Preferably, the storage area shall be paved, well drained and free from flooding, and be indoors whenever possible.

Weatherproof coverings used for outdoor storage shall be flame resistant type sheeting or tarpaulins. They shall be placed so as to provide good drainage and air circulation and shall be tied down to protect from wind damage.

Storage area shall be maintained in a clean condition at all times.

Pumps and/or component parts shall be placed on skids, pallets, or shoring to permit good air circulation.

Pumps and/or component parts shall be sorted so as to permit ready access for inspection and/or maintenance without excessive handling.

Pumps and/or component parts stacked during storage shall be arranged so that the racks, containers, or crates bear full weight without distortion of pumps or parts.

Identification markings must be readily visible. Any cover removed for internal access shall be replaced immediately.

Pump and bowl assembly shafting shall be rotated counter clockwise, as a minimum, once a month. Shaft shall not be left in the same previous position, nor in the extreme raised or lowered lateral position. Shaft should rotate freely.

NOTE: For further information on these procedures contact your Goulds Water Technology representative.

Recommended Storage Procedures

Controlled storage facilities should be maintained at an even temperature 10º F (6º C) or more above the dew point with relative humidity less than 50% and little or no dust. (If these requirements can not be met the pump is to be considered in uncontrolled storage.)

For uncontrolled storage periods of 6 months or less, the pump is to be inspected periodically to insure that all preservatives are intact.

All pipe threads and flanged pipe covers are to be sealed with tape.

The pump must not be stored closer than six inches (15 cm) from the ground.

Uncontrolled Long Term Storage Preparations

When applicable to the pump, storage periods over six months require the preceding storage procedure and storage preparation plus the following:

Inspect the lube oil and seal flush piping and either fill the piping with rust preventative oil, or re-coat the piping periodically to prevent corrosion.

Place 10 pounds (4.5 kg) of moisture absorbing desiccant or 5 pounds (2.3 kg) of vapor phase inhibitor crystals near the center of the pump. If the pump is assembled, place an additional one pound (0.5 kg) in the discharge nozzle securely fastened to the discharge elbow.

Install a moisture indicator near the perimeter of the pump. Cover the pump with 6 mil (0.15 mm) minimum thickness black polyethylene or equal and seal it with tape. Provide a small ventilation hole approximately ½ inch (12 mm) diameter.

Provide a roof or shed shelter to protect from direct exposure to the elements.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The model VIT pump is a vertical turbine lineshaft pump, which is designed to meet wide ranges of service with maximum dependability. See Figure 1 or Figure 2 for open lineshaft pump and Figure 3 and Figure 4 for enclosed lineshaft pump.

Drivers Hollow shaft motors or right angle gear drives, are often used with a separate head shaft through the driver and connected to the pump by a threaded coupling.

Discharge Head The discharge head is either a cast iron head or a fabricated head. Ports are provided for connecting the pressure gauge, stuffing box bypass return and lubricator connections. The driver support portion of the discharge head is designed with large windows for easy stuffing box or tension plate adjustment. The windows are covered with guards for safe operation.

Column Threaded or flanged column construction provides positive shaft and bearing alignment. Bearings are spaced to provide vibration free operation away from the shaft critical speed in order to insure long bearing life and reduced shaft wear. For open lineshaft, the shaft is supported within the column by using bearing retainers in the column assembly. For enclosed lineshaft, the bearings are also the tube couplings of the shaft-enclosing tube. The shaft-enclosing tube is stabilized in the column pipe by tube stabilizer.

Bowl Assembly The bowls are generally of flanged construction for accurate alignment and ease of assembly and disassembly.

Impellers may be either open or enclosed depending on the design requirements. They are fastened to the pump shaft by taperlocks. For temperatures over 140º F (60º C) and in the larger size bowls (over 18”), impellers are keyed to the shaft. A special first stage low NPSH impeller may be provided on some pump for certain special application.

Thrust Pot A thrust pot is utilized when the driver is not designed to carry the pump thrust.

DISCHARGE HEAD ASSEMBLY

ITEM DESCRIPTION

600 DISCHARGE HEAD

601 MOTOR SUPPORT

608 HEADSHAFT

610 COUPLING ASSEMBLY

616 SEAL HOUSING

617 SEAL HOUSING BEARING

620 MECHANICAL SEAL

637 COLUMN FLANGE

779 SEAL HOUSING GASKET

COLUMN ASSEMBLY

642 COLUMN PIPE

645 COLUMN COUPLING

646 LINESHAFT

649 LINESHAFT COUPLING

652 BEARING RETAINER

656 LINESHAFT BEARING

BOWL ASSEMBLY

660 BOWL SHAFT

661 DISCHARGE BOWL

664 DISCHARGE BEARING

670 INTERMEDIATE BOWL

672 INTERMEDIATE BOWL BEARING

673 IMPELLER

677 TAPERLOCK

680 WEAR RING (OPTIONAL)

760 HEX BOLT

692 SAND COLLAR

688 SUCTION BOWL/BELL

690 SUCTION BEARING

698 SUCTION STRAINER

747 PLUG

Figure 1 Open Lineshaft Pump with Threaded Column Pipe

DISCHARGE HEAD ASSEMBLY

ITEM DESCRIPTION

600 DISCHARGE HEAD

608 HEADSHAFT

610 COUPLING ASSEMBLY

616 SEAL HOUSING

617 SEAL HOUSING BEARING

620 MECHANICAL SEAL

COLUMN ASSEMBLY

642 COLUMN PIPE

645 COLUMN BOLTING

646 LINESHAFT

649 LINESHAFT COUPLING

652 BEARING RETAINER

656 LINESHAFT BEARING

BOWL ASSEMBLY

660 BOWL SHAFT

670 INTERMEDIATE BOWL

672 INTERMEDIATE BOWL BEARING

673 IMPELLER

677 TAPERLOCK

680 WEAR RING (OPTIONAL)

760 HEX BOLT

692 SAND COLLAR

688 SUCTION BOWL/BELL

690 SUCTION BEARING

698 SUCTION STRAINER

747 PLUG

Figure 2 Open Lineshaft Pump with Flanged Column

HEAD ASSEMBLY

ITEM DESCRIPTION

600 DISCHARGE HEAD

604 ADJUSTING NUT

608 HEADSHAFT

621 O-RING

625 TENSION PLATE

626 TENSION NUT

630 OILER

637 COLUMN FLANGE

730 GIB KEY

779 TENSION PLATE GASKET

COLUMN ASSEMBLY

629 TUBE NIPPLE

631 COLUMN NIPPLE

639 COLUMN LOCK RING

642 COLUMN PIPE

645 COLUMN COUPLING

646 LINESHAFT

649 LINESHAFT COUPLING

654 OIL TUBE

656 LINESHAFT BEARING

658 TUBE STABILIZER

BOWL ASSEMBLY

659 COLUMN ADAPTER

660 BOWL SHAFT

661 DISCHARGE BOWL

664 DISCHARGE BEARING

665 OIL SEAL

668 TUBE ADAPTER BEARING

670 INTERMEDIATE BOWL

672 INTERMEDIATE BOWL BEARING

673 IMPELLER

677 TAPERLOCK

680 WEAR RING (OPTIONAL)

688 SUCTION BOWL/BELL

690 SUCTION BEARING

692 SAND COLLAR

698 SUCTION STRAINER

747 PLUG

760 HEX BOLT

Figure 3 Enclosed Lineshaft Pump with Threaded Column Pipe

HEAD ASSEMBLY

ITEM DESCRIPTION

600 DISCHARGE HEAD

604 ADJUSTING NUT

608 HEADSHAFT

621 O-RING

625 TENSION PLATE

626 TENSION NUT

630 OIL RESERVOIR

637 COLUMN FLANGE

730 GIB KEY

779 TENSION PLATE GASKET

COLUMN ASSEMBLY

629 TUBE NIPPLE

642 COLUMN PIPE

645 COLUMN BOLTING

646 LINESHAFT

649 LINESHAFT COUPLING

654 OIL TUBE

656 LINESHAFT BEARING

658 TUBE STABLIZER

BOWL ASSEMBLY

660 BOWL SHAFT

661 DISCHARGE BOWL

664 DISCHARGE BEARING

665 OIL SEAL

668 TUBE ADAPTER BEARING

670 INTERMEDIATE BOWL

672 INTERMEDIATE BOWL BEARING

673 IMPELLER

677 TAPERLOCK

680 WEAR RING (OPTIONAL)

688 SUCTION BOWL/BELL

690 SUCTION BEARING

692 SAND COLLAR

698 SUCTION STRAINER

747 PLUG

760 HEX BOLT

Figure 4 Enclosed Lineshaft Pump with Flanged Column

Installation – SECTION 3

FOUNDATION AND PIPING

SUB BASE (SOLE PLATE) INSPECTION

Sub base and sole plate are terms in common use to describe a general class of solid steel plates mounted in grout (or bolted to steel structures) at the pump-foundation interface.

1. Remove the sub base from the pump discharge head, when shipped assembled.

2. Completely clean the underside of the sub base. It is sometimes necessary to coat the underside of the sub base with an epoxy primer. (This is available as an option.)

3. Remove the rust preventative solution from the machined topside with an appropriate solution.

SITE WITH CONCRETE FOUNDATION

1. A pump should have adequate space for operation, maintenance and inspection.

2. Sub base mounted pumps are normally grouted on a concrete foundation, which has been poured on a solid footing. The foundation must be able to absorb any vibration and to form a permanent, rigid support for the pumping unit.

3. The foundation must be of adequate strength to support the complete weight of the pump, plus the weight of the liquid passing through it. A typical installation will have bolts with a pipe sleeve 2½ times the bolt diameter embedded in the concrete.

Figure 5

Bolts should be sized and located in accordance with the dimensions given on the Certified Pump Outline Drawing, if provided. The pipe sleeve allows movement for the final positioning of the foundation bolts to conform to the holes in the sub base flange. See Figure 5.

4. Remove water and/or debris from anchor bolt holes/ sleeves prior to grouting. If the sleeve type bolts are being used, fill the sleeves with packing or rags to prevent grout from entering.

5. Carefully lower the sub base onto the foundation bolts. Hand tighten the nuts.

6. Leveling the sub base may be done by several methods. Two common methods are:

A. Using leveling wedges. This is shown in Figure 6.

B. Leveling nuts on the anchor bolts.

Regardless of the method, a machinist level must be used for leveling.

NOTE: When using a machinist level, it is important that the surface being leveled is free of all contaminants, such as dust, to ensure an accurate reading.

7. Level the sub base in two directions at 90 degrees on the machined surface. The levelness tolerance is 0.005 inches per foot for commercial, and 0.001 inches per foot for API.

Figure 6

SUB BASE GROUTING

1. Inspect foundation for dust, dirt, oil, chips, water, etc. and remove any contaminants. Do not use oil-based cleaners as grout will not bond to them. Refer to grout manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Build dam around foundation (See Figure 6).

Thoroughly wet foundation. Refer to grout manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Pour grout between sub base and concrete foundation, up to level of dam. Remove air bubbles from grout as it is poured by puddling, using a vibrator, or pumping the grout into place. Non-shrink grout is recommended. Refer to grout manufacturer’s instructions.

4. Allow grout to set at least 48 hours.

5. Tighten foundation bolts.

PIPING

Guidelines for piping are given in the “Hydraulic Institute Standards”, available from: Hydraulic Institute, BOLT

SHIMS

DAM

SUB BASE

FOUNDATION

SLEEVE

SUB BASE

FOUNDATION

DAM

GROUT

CENTERLINE

ANCHOR BOLT

LEVELING

WEDGES

FLOOR SLEEVE

(OPTIONAL)

Installation – SECTION 3

9 Sylvan Way, Parsippany, NJ 07054-3802 and must be reviewed prior to pump installation.

Never draw piping into place by forcing the flange connections of the pump. Pipe strain will adversely effect the operation of the pump resulting in damage to the equipment and possible physical injury.

1. All piping must be supported independently of, and line up naturally with the pump flange so that undue pipe strain is not imposed on the pump.

2. DO NOT connect piping to pump until grout has hardened and pump hold-down bolts have been tightened.

3. It is suggested that expansion loops or joints, if used, be properly installed in the discharge line. When handling liquids at elevated temperatures expansion joints are used, so linear expansion of piping will not draw pumps out of alignment.

4. Carefully clean all pipe parts, valves and fittings, and piping branches prior to assembly.

5. Isolation and check valves should be installed in discharge line. Locate the check valve between isolation valve and pump, this will permit inspection of the check valve. The isolation valve is required for regulation of flow, and for inspection and maintenance of pump. The check valve prevents pump or seal damage due to reverse flow through the pump when the driver is turned off.

6. Increasers, if used, should be placed between pump and check valves.

7. Cushioning devices should be used to protect the pump from surges and water hammer if quick-closing valves are installed in the system.

PUMP INSTALLATION

Pumps of 20 feet (6 meters) or less in length are usually shipped assembled, with the exception of the driver, mechanical seal with tubing and coupling assembly, spacer or non spacer type. When provided, refer to the Certified Pump Outline for the applicable base plate plan for the location of anchor bolt holes.

INSTALLING AN ASSEMBLED PUMP

1. If a base plate was supplied, install as described in Foundation/Piping Section (page 11).

2. Clean the mounting surface of the plate and clean bottom surface of discharge head mounting flange.

3. Sling through discharge head holes or thread two eyebolts through bolt holes in the mounting flange and hoist unit into position over foundation.

NOTE: Eyebolts or sling should be rated to handle in excess of the pump weight (See Outline Drawing).

4. Lower the unit and carefully guide it so that unit does not strike the side of the base plate. Continue

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to lower unit until the discharge head flange engages and rests firmly on the plate, then secure with capscrews provided.

5. When a lineshaft is shipped separately check shaft for straightness; average total run out should not exceed 0.005” TIR (0.127mm) for 10 feet (3m).

Shaft must be within tolerance prior to installation.

6. Refer to remainder of this manual for complete assembly, startup, maintenance, disassembly and recommended lubricants for the pump.

INSTALLING A PARTIALLY ASSEMBLED PUMP

Do not work under a heavy suspended object unless there is positive support and safe guards, which will protect personnel, should a hoist or sling fail.

Do not attempt to lift bowl assembly by the pump shaft. This can result in damaging the pump shaft.

1. Prior to installing the bowl assembly, check that all capscrews are tight. Turn the pump shaft by hand and make sure it turns freely. Remove all accumulated dust, oil or other foreign material from the external surfaces.

2. Place two I-beam supports across the base plate opening, strong enough to safely support the weight of the entire pump assembly. These I-beams should be connected by threaded rods and nuts so as to clamp them firmly together to support the pump.

(See Figure 7).

Figure 7

3. Place a suitable hoist or derrick over base plate opening with the hook in the center.

4. If a suction strainer is provided, assemble it to the suction bell (or suction bowl).

5. Place the elevator clamps just below the discharge bowl. For flanged column install two threaded eyebolts through the discharge bowl bolt holes 180º apart for flanged column. For threaded discharge utilize a lifting bail sized to handle the weight of the bowl assembly and suction apparatus.

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CAUTION

6. Attach a sling to the elevator clamps, eyebolts, or lifting bail and hoist it into position over the foundation opening. (See Figure 7).

7. Carefully lower bowl assembly, guiding the unit so it does not strike the sides of the opening. Continue to lower bowl assembly until the elevator clamps or discharge bowl flange rests firmly on the I-beam supports.

8. Place a cover over the discharge bowl opening to prevent entrance of dirt or other foreign matter until ready for installation of the column assembly.

Do not drop any foreign object into the bowl assembly. Such an object can cause serious damage to the pump and any downstream components. Any foreign object dropped into the bowl assembly must be retrieved prior to continuing assembly.

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OPEN LINESHAFT

Lineshafts are coupled with threaded or keyed couplings.

Column pipe may be threaded or flanged. When provided, see the Certified Pump Outline Drawing for the number of column and shaft sections required. The top and bottom sections may be special lengths:

1. Check the lineshaft (646) for straightness. Average total runout should be less than 0.0005” TIR per foot, not to exceed 0.005” T.I.R. for every 10 feet of shafting.

Bottom section of column pipe should not be longer than 5 feet.

2. Hoist the first piece of lineshaft over the bowl assembly. Lower the lineshaft until the bottom end is properly aligned with the coupling of the pump shaft. Apply a thin film of oil to the threads on the lineshaft (646) and the coupling (649) (for non-galling material, or Molykote if galling material).

Use “MOLYKOTE” Dow Corning or equal for all galling material such as

316 stainless steel.

3a. With lineshaft in the proper position on the coupling, screw lineshaft into the coupling manually until resistance is felt. A fine wire inserted in the hole at the center of the coupling can be used as a gage to determine when the coupling is correctly positioned on the shaft. Remove the wire after installing the shaft. Completely tighten the joint by using a pair of pipe wrenches. Use care not to damage any bearing journal areas on the shaft.

NOTE: Shaft threads are left-handed.

Make up threaded joints manually to verify that the threads are properly engaged prior to applying a wrench. If cross-threading occurs, break the joint and repair the threads. If the threads are beyond repair, replace the damaged part.

3b. With a keyed coupling insert the key into the pump shaft. Lower the sleeve over the pump shaft, to approximately 1.0 in (25.4 mm) below the top of the shaft. Then lower the lineshaft until it touches the pump shaft. Insert the split ring into the grooves of the pump shaft and lineshaft. Raise the sleeve until it covers the split ring, then insert the key into the lineshaft. Raise the sleeve to the top of the key and secure the sleeve to the split ring with a lock screw and lock wire.

4. For threaded column, secure a friction clamp immediately below the column coupling. Hoist column section over bowl assembly. Lower column over lineshaft until column pipe engages the discharge bowl. Manually screw the column into discharge bowl. Complete joint by tightening column with chain tongs until the end of the column butts firmly against discharge bowl.

5. For flanged column, install two eyebolts diametrically opposite the upper flange of the bottom column. Attach a sling to the eyebolts and to the hoist hook. Lower column section until the flange engages the flanged top bowl register. Insert as many bolts through both flanges as possible. Lift column assembly high enough to allow rotation of the supports. Install and tighten remaining capscrews gradually in diametrically opposite pairs until all are uniformly tightened.

6. Lift the assembly and remove the elevator clamp or supports and slowly lower the bowl and the column assembly. Place supports on the base plate and continue to lower the assembly until the column elevator clamps or column flange comes to rest on the supports. Place an elevator clamp under the column pipe and allow it to butt firmly against the column pipe coupling.

7. Place the bearing retainer over the shaft and locate it in the column coupling recess. Make sure the end faces of the column pipe are clean. For flanged columns, fit the retainer in the female register of the flange. Make sure the contact faces in the flanges are clean.

8. Check that the shaft is approximately centered in the bearing. Move the shaft around slightly so as to center it in its bearing. Only a slight amount of force should be required. If an excessive amount of force is required, the pipe or shaft may not be butted properly or the shaft may be bent. In any case, the problem must be corrected prior to proceeding further.

9. Repeat the preceding procedures until all column sections required have been installed.

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10. Install the top shaft or stub shaft and coupling. If the pump is equipped with column adjusting nipple, install it with longer threaded end upward. Screw the lock ring on to the nipple until you reach the end of the thread.

Do not drop any foreign object into the column assembly. Such an object can cause serious damage to the pump and any downstream components. Any foreign object dropped into the column assembly must be retrieved prior to continuing assembly.

ENCLOSED LINESHAFT

1. Insert tube (654) and shaft (646) sections into column section.

2. Place an elevator clamp near top of column just below and butt firmly against column pipe coupling (645). For flanged columns, place the elevator clamp just below the flange.

3. Attach a sling to hoist hook. Attach bottom of shaft

(646) to column (644), by tying a tail rope to deep-throated clamp attached to bottom of column. (See Figure 8). Tie a clove hitch or double half hitch around the enclosing tube and then around the shaft in threaded area. Figure 8 also shows the alternate method (dotted lines).

Figure 8

4. Utilize the remaining tail rope to keep tension on the knots during hoisting. Lower end of column section shall be guided by a drag line which is pulled by the hoist. A traveling block for the drag-line shall be attached to a deep-throated clamp, which is secured to bottom of the column threads.

5. Hoist column section over pump, keeping tension on tail rope. With column in a vertical position, remove drag-line and traveling block, lower column until bottom line shaft is properly aligned with pump shaft coupling.

6. Apply a thin film of oil to the threads on the lineshaft (646) and the coupling (649) (for non-galling material or Molykote if galling material).

Use “MOLYKOTE” Dow Corning or equal for all galling material such as 316 stainless steel.

7. With lineshaft in proper position on the coupling, remove tail rope and screw lineshaft into coupling until resistance is felt. A fine wire inserted in the hole at the center of the coupling can be used as a gage to determine when the coupling is correctly positioned on the shaft. Remove the wire after installing the shaft. Completely tighten the joint by using a pair of pipe wrenches. Use care not to damage any bearing journal areas of the shaft.

NOTE: Shaft threads are left-handed.

Make up threaded joints manually to verify that the threads are properly engaged prior to applying a wrench. If cross-threading occurs, break the joint and repair the threads. If the threads are beyond repair, replace the damaged part.

8. Carefully lower column section until lower end of the tube section rests on the adapter bearing (668). The end faces of the tube should be clean and free of nicks. Remove tail rope, clean outside of the adapter bearing and lubricate with thread compound. Screw tube section onto adapter bushing manually, until resistance is felt. Complete tube joint by utilizing a pair of pipe wrenches or chain tongs, butting the end of tube against the upper end of the tube adapter bearing.

9. Clean column threads and lubricate with thread compound.

10. Lower column until column pipe engages in the discharge bowl. Manually thread the column into discharge bowl. Complete joint by tightening column, utilizing chain tongs until the end of the column butts firmly against discharge bowl.

11. Lift the pump assembly and remove elevator clamp secured to discharge bowl. Slowly lower assembly into well or sump until elevator clamp gently comes to rest on timbers or I-beam supports and remove the sling.

12. Remove the exposed lineshaft bearing, pour oil into the tubing and reinstall the bearing. The amount of oil to be poured is given in the following table:

Tube Size Amount of oil per section 10 ft. Sections 20 ft. Sections 1¼, 1½, 2 ½ Cup 1 Cup 2½, 3, 3½ 1 Cup ½ Qt.

4 and larger ½ Qt. 1 Qt.

See page 27 for recommended oil.

13. Repeat the preceding procedures. Throughout the column assembly, install tube stabilizer (658) over the enclosing tube (654) every 40 feet. The last one should be less than 20 feet below the bottom of the discharge head. Use soapy water as lubricant when sliding the stabilizer over the tube.

14. Continue the procedure until all column sections for the proper setting have been installed, excluding the column adjusting nipple (631) and tube nipple (629), if provided.

15. Install the top shaft or stub shaft and coupling.

DEEP THROATED CLAMP

DRAG LINE

COLUMN

ENCLOSING

TUBE

CHAIN WRENCH

(CLAMP)

HOIST

HOOK

ROPE

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Do not drop any foreign object into the bowl assembly. Such an object can cause serious damage to the pump and any downstream components. Any foreign object dropped into the bowl assembly must be retrieved prior to continuing assembly.

INSTALLING THE DISCHARGE HEAD

VIT Pumps are provided with either a cast iron or fabricated steel type head. For pump with below ground discharge, a motor stand is provided instead the discharge head. Install the discharge head as follows:

1. If the stuffing box (See Fig. 9) or tension nut (See

Fig. 10) is assembled to the head, remove it and all the attached piping.

2. For threaded column, check to be sure that the column flange (637) is securely attached to the bottom of the discharge head. Check and tighten the capscrews (or socket head screw) gradually in diametrically opposite pairs.

3. Remove coupling guard if provided. Attach a sling to the lifting lugs on the side of the discharge head through windows and hoist discharge head over the protruding top shaft (or stub shaft).

Do not bump or scrape the shaft protrud-ing above the column. This could result in bending or damaging the shaft.

4. Orient the discharge head in the required position and lower the head. Center the vertical hole with the top shaft protruding above the column. For threaded column, continue to lower the discharge head until the large threaded hole in the bottom of the discharge head rests squarely on top of column. Clean the threads at upper end of column assembly and lubricate with thread compound.

Rotate discharge head, screw it onto the column, for short set-pump, (without the column adjusting nipple) butting the top of column tightly against the discharge head.

5. For flanged column, continue to lower the discharge head until the discharge head engages the column flange. Install capscrews and secure discharge head to the column flange. Tighten capscrews gradually in diametrically opposite pairs. Lift the pump assembly high enough to allow rotation of the supports. Realign and lower assembly. Install and tighten remaining capscrews. Repeat the rotating and the tightening procedure until all capscrews are uniformly tight.

6. Hoist the discharge head by lifting lug and remove the elevator clamp attached to column.

7. Remove the support timbers or I-beams and clean the top of foundation or base plate. Orient the discharge head in the required position.

NOTE: Sling should be rated to handle in excess of the pump weight.

8. Lower bowl, column and head assembly, until discharge head mounting flange engages base plate.

Secure discharge head to the foundation or base plate. Check the levelness of the discharge head in all directions, utilizing a machinist level across the driver’s mounting surface of the discharge head.

9. Check whether the top shaft (or stub shaft) is in the center of the stuffing box bore. If not, the shaft must be centered by shimming the head base and the sub base (or the foundation).

10. Rotate the shaft approximately 90º. Check again whether the shaft is at the center of the stuffing box bore or not. If not, either the top shaft is bent or the first shaft below it did not butt properly. Correction must be made before the installation procedures can proceed.

INSTALLING THE STUFFING BOX

Assemble stuffing box as shown in Figure 9.

1. Clean the surface of the discharge head where the stuffing box will be mounted and remove any nicks or burrs with a fine flat file. Position gasket on surface. Slide stuffing box (616) down over headshaft and into position on the gasket.

Secure stuffing box with capscrews. Make sure the capscrews are torqued equally to prevent misalignment.

2. Grease the packing ring (620) for easier installation.

3. Twist the packing ring sideways to get it around the shaft easily. Start the first ring into the stuffing box.

When the entire ring is worked in using the fingers, tamp it down using a split wood bushing (or equal) and push the packing ring down firmly. It must seal on the shaft and bore of the stuffing box. Install all three (3) rings in this manner. Stagger ring joints 90º apart. The split gland may be used as a tamper for the top ring.

4. Insert lantern ring (622) into stuffing box. Be sure it is properly positioned so that it aligns with the lubrication passage in the stuffing box.

5. Insert three (3) additional rings of packing. Stagger ring joint 90º apart.

6. Install the split gland and screw nuts on the split gland studs. Tighten nuts then relieve the nuts and tighten finger tight.

Check that the split gland is square in the stuffing box. Cocking can cause uneven compression of packing and damage to the shaft or sleeve and heat up the shaft and stuffing box.

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Figure 9

(619) STUD (2)

(735) HEX NUT

(2)

PORT “A”

(624) BYPASS LINE

(618) GLAND

PORT “B”

(621) O-RING

(620) PACKING

(6 RING)

(616) STUFFING

BOX

(617) BEARING

(622) LAN-

TERN RING

7. The stuffing box is shipped with both ports plugged.

If the discharge pressure is over 100 psi, remove the plug on Port “A” and attach a bypass (relief) line. If the discharge pressure is over 200 psi, remove the plug on Port “B” and attach another bypass line.

8. Final adjustment of the stuffing box must be made at pump start up. A properly packed stuffing box should be loose enough to allow the shaft to be turned manually. Also, packing must allow leak.

See page 24, Pump Start Up #5.

Do not over tighten packing or excessive wear can occur on the shaft or sleeve.

INSTALLING THE MECHANICAL SEAL

Vertical turbine pumps are usually supplied with cartridge type mechanical seals, shipped assembled - ready for installation, when mechanical seals are supplied.

Instructions for installing mechanical seals are provided by the seal manufacturer. Consult the seal manufacturer’s instructions (furnished with the seal) for information on the type of seal used. Additionally, refer to factory furnished outline drawing and seal piping schematic on complex seal piping arrangements.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALL SEALS

1. Check surfaces at the face…