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 10: 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 11: J-type bolts
4.1 Pre-installation
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