American Stainless Pumps
Stainless Steel Pumps for the Commercial Marketplace
www.aspumps.com
14032 Avalon Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90061
Phone (310) 630-8089 ~ Fax (310) 630-8095
Model SSP-C.docx
8/22/2011
Model SSP & SSPC
Installation Operation & Maintenance Instructions
Description and Specifications
The Model
SSP
is a close coupled, end suction, single stage, open-impeller, back-pullout centrifugal pump. The model
SSPC
is the enclosed impeller version of the same pump. Connections are NPT threaded. All wetted metal pump parts
are 18-8, 304SS, or better. Most parts are formed from stainless steel sheet. O-rings and elastomeric seal parts are Buna
(Viton & EPR are optional). Motors are NEMA 56J frame, with a C-Face mounting flange and a threaded shaft. All pumps
use a mechanical seal to prevent leakage around the motor shaft. Standard mechanical seal faces are carbon and
ceramic, with silicon carbide also available.
Operating limits
The models
SSP & SSPC
are designed for a 125-psig operating pressure at 212 deg. F., with the standard Type-16,
Carbon vs. Ceramic faces with Buna-N elastomers mechanical seal. A maximum temperature limit of 250 deg. F is
possible with Viton elastomers. The motor is limited to 20 starts per hour, evenly distributed. Minimum flows are 5% of the
best efficiency operating point.
These pumps are not designed for use with hazardous liquids or gasses.
Notice
Upon receipt of this equipment, inspect the carton and the equipment for any damages that
might have occurred during shipment and notify the carrier immediately.
Damage that occurs during
shipment is not the responsibility of American Stainless Pumps. Failure to notify the carrier will place responsibility on the
purchaser for any repairs or damages occurring during shipment.
Safety Instructions
To avoid serious or fatal injury and/or property damage, read and follow all instructions in this
manual. Review all instructions and warnings included in this manual before attempting any
work on this pump or pump/motor assembly. Do not remove or alter any decals.
The motor used to drive this pump is an electrical device connected to a potentially lethal
voltage power source. Take all precautions required when working with or on the motor and
its power source, including but not limited to the following:
