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SECTION II
INSTALLATION
2.1 Location
Install the unit close to the source of the liquid to be pumped.
It is desired to have a straight length of suction pipe (approx. 8 to 10 times the pipe diameter) just
upstream of suction nozzle (No double turns).
When selecting the location, be sure to allow adequate space for operation as well as for
maintenance operations involving dismantling and inspections of parts.
Head room is an important consideration as an overhead lift of some type is required.
2.2 Foundation
The foundation should be sufficiently rigid and substantial to prevent any pump vibration and to
permanently support the baseplate at all points.
The most satisfactory foundations are made of reinforced concrete. These should be poured well
in advance of the installation to allow sufficient time for drying and curing.
The General Arrangement Drawing (In the last section of this manual) will furnish anchor bolt
locations, size of bolts, etc. See Figure 1 below.
GROUTING UNDER BASEPLATE
MAKE THIS DISTANCE
EQUAL TO LUG ON BASEPLATE
TEMPLATE FOR HANGING FOUNDATION BOLTS
BOLT
PIPE
WASHER
ALLOW BOLTS TO PROJECT FOR
Figure 1
Figure 2 below illustrates a recommended foundation bolt arrangement which can be used in lieu
of standard foundation bolts. Notice the large washer with lugs at the bottom. It should be welded
to the bolt and pipe sleeve to prevent turning.
Allow a little more than the specified threaded bolt length above the rail of the baseplate. The
excess can always be cut off if it is not needed.
A rough finish top surface is best when applying grout.