instructions

General Instructions

BEARING ASSEMBLIES (Belt Drive)

Plastic combination oil gauge and filler pipe assembly

		Use only turbine No. 15 oil or equal.
		Fill reservoir to bottom line on oil gauge before starting pump. When pump is running the oil level will not show in gauge.
		For stand-by or off season, fill reservoir to top line on oil gauge to immerse bearings. Be sure and drain oil to bottom line before starting pump. If reservoir is over filled and then operated, the oil will pump up over the top of the bearing housing and be thrown outwardly as a fine oil spray from underneath the pulley. NOTE: The same thing will occur if the wrong type of oil is used.
		Change oil after every long stand-by period and after every 1,000 hours of operation.
		Be sure that oil gauge is installed with red lines nearest to the top end.

VERTICAL HOLLOW SHAFT ELECTRIC MOTORS OR RIGHT ANGLE PUMP DRIVES

		Refer to the lubrication plate for the correct lubrication instructions, weight of oil to be used, ect. These lubrication instructions apply only to that drive. For irrigation season usage in the midwest US the lubrication oil usually will be in the ISO 150 to 220 range.
		Lubricate spicer shaft every 200 hours of operation with Texaco P.A.S.R.-629 or equal. Check for loose bearings.
		CAUTION: Always keep spicer shaft cover in place at all times pump is operating to protect personnel.

OIL LUBRICATED PUMPS

		The oil for lubrication of the line shaft of the pump (Dripper Oil) is No. 10W, or equal.
		Oil is stored in the tank oiler mounted on the pump.
		The oil regulator on the bottom of the tank oiler should be set to approximately eight to ten drops per minute.

WATER LUBRICATED PUMPS

		CAUTION: Before starting the water lubricated pump at any time, be sure to open the valve on the pre lubrication tank and allow enough time for the water to reach all of the rubber bearings above the water level. Failure to do so, will cause damage to the shaft sleeves and the rubber bearings.
		Before stopping the pump, be sure to re-fill the pre lubrication tank by opening the valve at the discharge elbow. This will force water into the tank. Close the valve after the tank has been filled and the water will be available for the pre lubrication of the sleeves and bearings before the pump is started again.
		Adjust shaft packing gland if necessary to allow a slight leakage. This is necessary to cool shaft and packing.
		Grease packing gland daily and add packing when necessary to control leakage.

GENERAL

		CAUTION: Never operate pump or drives when any safety shields, guards or covers are removed, open, missing or damaged.
		Always keep well vent screens, draw down inspection hole plugs or covers, or any other plugs in the pump base in place to prevent snakes, rodents, or any contamination from entering your well. Under most jurisdictions you are required to maintain a well seal that will prevent any contamination from entering your well. Aside from that a snake in your well usually requires the pump to be removed to clear the obstruction from the bowl assembly.

RECOMMENDED PRE SEASON MAINTENANCE

OIL LUBRICATED PUMPS

		If pump sets for any length of time (30 days or more) without running or receiving lubrication, it should be pre lubricated with oil before running. The day before the pump is started, the oiler should be filled with oil and this oil allowed to go down into the pump and bearings to be sure that all of the bearings are lubricated before the pump is started.
		Inspect the oiler and lines for loose fittings and broken or kinked lines which would prevent the oil from entering the pump.
		Clean oiler tank and lines to remove any sludge or debris which could plug the oiler.

WATER LUBRICATED PUMPS

		Inspect pre lubrication tank and lines for loose fittings, plugged lines, or freezing damage.
		Close valve and fill pre lubrication tank with water in preparation for first start-up. If danger of freezing is not past wait for this step until ready to start pump.

DRIVE UNITS

		Drive units should be drained of old oil after long, idle periods to remove any water that has collected from condensation before the unit is placed in operation. Be sure to refill with oil of proper type. If unit has grease type bearings service as per lubrication plate instructions.
		Clean all foreign material off of screens on electric motors. Make sure all screens are in place and not damaged.
		Double check spicer shaft bolts and drive flange set screws for tightness.
		Check spicer shaft alignment and lubricate bearings and slip yoke.
		Inspect electrical conduit and fittings for damage. Verify that grounding connections are secure and tight. Inspect for evidence of mouse damage. If any doubt have installation inspected by a qualified electrician.
		On belt drive units check belt condition, alignment and tension.
		CAUTION: Always keep spicer shaft cover or belt guards in place at all times pump is operating to protect personnel.

RECOMMENDED OFF SEASON MAINTENANCE BELT DRIVES

Models with plastic combination oil gauge and filler pipe assembly.

Be sure to fill the reservoir to the standby or top line on the gauge to immerse the top bearing.

RIGHT ANGLE GEAR DRIVES

		If pump is to be idle for ten days or more, it should be run for a short period of time after the oil has cooled, to cover the bearings and gears with a coat of cold oil for protection.
		On right angle drives with water cooling and freezing can occur be sure water is drained or purged from the cooling lines and coil.

ALL PUMPS

		Keep discharge of pump plugged to keep animals and foreign objects out of pump discharge and column.
		In areas where freezing occurs, care must be taken to drain any trapped water from discharge piping or equipment.

WATER LUBRICATED PUMPS

In areas where freezing occurs, care must be taken to drain the water from the pre lubrication tank and lines.