3 Installation
3.1 Baseplate inspection
1.
Remove all equipment.
2.
Completely clean the underside of baseplate. It is sometimes necessary to coat the underside of the
baseplate with an epoxy primer. This may have been purchased as an option.
3.
Remove the rust preventative solution from the machined pads with an appropriate solution.
3.2 Site / foundation
A pump should be located near the supply of liquid and have adequate space for operation, mainte-
nance, and inspection.
Baseplate mounted pumps are normally grouted on a concrete foundation, which has been poured on a
solid footing. The foundation must be able to absorb
any vibration and to form a permanent, rigid support for the pumping unit.
The location and size of the foundation bolts are shown on the outline assembly drawing provided with
the pump data package.
Foundation bolts commonly used are sleeve type
Figure 6: Sleeve type foundation bolts on page 14
Figure 7: J type foundation bolts on page 15
. Both designs permit movement for final bolt
adjustment.
1.
Inspect foundation for dust, dirt, oil, chips, water, etc. and remove any contaminants. Do not use
oil-based cleaners as grout will not bond to it.
Figure 6: Sleeve type foundation bolts
2.
Prepare the foundation in accordance with the grout manufacturer's recommendations.
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3196CC Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions