4.1.2 Foundation requirements
Requirements
•
The foundation must weigh not less than three times the combined weight of the pump, driver,
baseplate and auxiliaries.
•
Provide a flat, substantial concrete foundation in order to prevent strain and distortion when you
tighten the foundation bolts.
Sleeve-type bolts
1
2
3
4
5
6
Item Description
1.
Baseplate
2.
Shims
3.
Foundation
4.
Sleeve
5.
Dam
6.
Bolt
Figure 9: Sleeve type bolts
J-type bolts
1
3
2
4
5
Item Description
1.
Baseplate
2.
Shims or wedges
3.
Foundation
4.
Dam
5.
Bolt
Figure 10: J-type bolts
4.1 Pre-installation
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Model 3700, 3703, 3710, 3700LF, 3700LFI API Type OH2 / ISO 13709 1st and 2nd Ed. / API 610 8/9/10/11th Ed. Instal-
lation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
Summary of Contents for Goulds Pumps 3700
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