Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16
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PUMP INSTALLATION
Receiving pumps:
Visually inspect shipping crate(s)/pallet(s) for damage. Ampco pumps will be shipped in
boxes labeled Ampco Pumps or in crates. If there is any damage it is imperative to notify the
driver at the time of delivery. Failure to do so will make it difficult, if not impossible, to file a
damage claim and Ampco Pumps will not be held accountable. Please contact Ampco Pumps
shipping department with damage details ASAP.
Once unpacked, carefully inspect the pump for any damage that may have occurred during
shipping. Attempt to turn the impeller, it should turn freely. There should be a little noise from
the seal which is normal. If there is metal-to-metal contact when the impeller is turned then
shipping damage is likely. Leave the protective covers on the inlet and discharge connections
until the pump is installed and is ready to be connected to the piping to stop debris from
getting into the pump.
Pump Location
Use the following pump location guidelines to help ensure proper pump performance:
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Locate the pump so that the shortest and most direct possible suction piping can be
used.
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To facilitate priming, ensure a steady flow, and provide positive suction head, locate
the pump below system level, when possible.
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Ensure the NPSH available to the suction end is always equal-to or greater-than the
specified NPSH required on the pump performance curve by considering the pump’s
location in relation to the entire system.
Foundation (if applicable)
The base attached to the pumping unit has pre-drilled mounting holes so that the
pumping unit can be fixed to a foundation, providing a permanent rigid support. The
foundation is necessary in order to absorb vibration, strain, and shock on the pumping unit.
The foundation should be about 6 inches longer and wider than the pump base and have a
depth of about 20 times the diameter of the foundation bolts.
