3200-300

INSTALLATION,
OPERATION AND
MAINTENANCE MANUAL

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

YOUR WARRANTY MAY BE VOID IF

INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED

Note: when ordering parts give pump model

and serial number

Cornell Pump Co.

16261 SE 130th Ave; Clackamas, OR 97015 USA
Phone: 503-653-0330 Fax: 503-653-0338
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

LEGAL EFFECT: These Terms and Conditions of Sale (“Terms”) and the Any such repair shall be performed at Cornell’s facility, unless otherwise
associated Order Acknowledgement (collectively, the “Agreement”) are designated by Cornell. Buyer shall pay any cost incurred as a result of
binding upon Cornell Pump Company (“Cornell”) and the purchaser of shipping the Products, or any portion thereof, to Cornell. Cornell shall pay
products and services from Cornell (“Buyer”). Except as otherwise agreed any cost incurred in returning the Products, or any portion thereof, to
to in writing by Cornell, these Terms shall apply to, and form a part of, all Buyer. For repairs done at Cornell’s facility, Cornell will pay for any costs of
sales of products and services (collectively, “Products”). Additional or labor and materials, and any expenses incurred by Cornell in making such
different terms shall have no effect unless agreed to in writing by Cornell. repairs.

Cornell may suspend its performance of any order if Buyer defaults in the Cornell may opt to send replacement parts in lieu of repair at Cornell’s
performance of its duties under any order or under any other agreement facility. Cornell may also opt to perform repairs at Buyer’s facility or site. If
between Cornell and Buyer. such repairs are performed for the convenience of Buyer, Buyer shall pay
for all costs of labor and materials. If such repairs are performed for the
ACCEPTANCE: The sale of Products by Cornell to Buyer is expressly convenience of Cornell, Buyer shall, in Cornell’s sole discretion, pay a
conditioned on Buyer’s acceptance of these Terms. portion of the costs of labor and materials. Cornell shall have no
obligation to pay or reimburse Buyer or any third party for any expense
CHANGES: Any changes proposed by Buyer after formation of this incurred as a result of any Products, or any repair or attempted repair of
Agreement that affect the delivery schedule or requirements, or otherwise any Products.
affect the scope of this Agreement, shall be submitted in writing by Buyer
to Cornell and shall become binding only if agreed to in writing by The warranty provided herein shall not apply in the event of any (a)
Cornell. Any modifications to price or delivery as a result of such changes defects caused by a failure to provide a suitable installation environment
shall be determined by Cornell in its sole discretion. for the Products, (b) damage caused by the use of the Products for
purposes other than those for which the Products were designed or
CANCELLATION AND REVISION: No order may be cancelled or revised, in intended, (c) damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, wind, or
whole or in part, without the written consent of Cornell. In the event that lightning, (d) damage caused by unauthorized attachments or
Cornell consents to any cancellation or revision, Buyer shall reimburse modifications, (e) other abuse or misuse, including improper installation, (f)
Cornell for all of Cornell’s losses, costs, and damages caused by such reasonable wear and tear, and (g) defects in equipment or components
cancellation or revision, including, but not limited to, any costs arising from not manufactured by Cornell. Cornell shall pass on any warranties for
changes in design or specifications. equipment and components not manufactured by Cornell to the extent
that such warranties may be passed on.
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number of factors, including, but not limited to, Cornell’s opinion of Buyer’s CORNELL DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS
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reserves the right to revoke Buyer’s credit and/or suspend performance on OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY LAW, CUSTOM, ORAL OR WRITTEN STATEMENTS OR
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adverse change in Buyer’s financial condition, or Buyer has not, within the MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR THAT THE
agreed upon time, fully paid for Products previously supplied under any PRODUCTS WILL GENERATE CERTAIN RESULTS, WORK IN COMBINATION WITH
other agreement with Cornell. OTHER COMPONENTS OR AS AN INTEGRATED SYSTEM OR WILL FULFILL ANY
OF BUYER’S PARTICULAR PURPOSES OR NEEDS.
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with respect thereto. Buyer shall only export or re-export the Products in
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regardless of how the Products are installed or affixed to any realty or
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security interests and liens, in the Products as lawfully may be conferred
upon Cornell under any applicable provision of law. Buyer agrees to LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Cornell’s aggregate liability for any claim, loss,
cooperate fully with Cornell in the filing of any financing statements, cost, damage, or liability arising out of or related to this Agreement,
including Uniform Commercial Code filings or other documents necessary including, but not limited to, any liability arising from negligence, warranty,
to perfect such interests and liens. If Buyer breaches this Agreement, or indemnity, contract, strict liability, or operation of law, shall in no event
defaults on any obligations, before paying all amounts due for the exceed the purchase price paid by Buyer for the affected Products. IN
Products, Cornell may take any and all actions permitted by law to NO EVENT SHALL CORNELL BE LIABLE FOR, OR OBLIGATED IN ANY MANNER
protect its interests, including, where permissible, repossession of such TO PAY, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE
Products. DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.

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upon shipment. Shipping contracts made by Cornell shall be to Buyer’s Cornell, its affiliates, and their respective directors, officers, members,
account. All claims for loss or damage after shipment shall be filed by employees, agents, contractors, successors, and assigns from and against
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the goods, irrespective of loss or damage in transit. Cornell shall not be penalties, and costs of any kind whatsoever, including attorneys’ fees and
required to provide freight cost receipts to Buyer at the time of invoice. expenses arising out of this Agreement or Buyer’s use, acts, or omissions in
connection with any Products.
LIMITED WARRANTY: Cornell warrants, to Buyer only, that Products
manufactured by Cornell are free from defects in material and GOVERNING LAW AND FORUM: This Agreement shall be governed in all
workmanship for the periods set forth in Exhibit 1. If a failure to conform to respects by the laws of the State of Oregon, U.S.A. (excluding any
specifications or a defect in materials or workmanship is discovered within conflicts of laws principles that would lead to the application of another
the applicable period, Cornell must be promptly notified in writing within state’s laws). Buyer submits to the jurisdiction of the state and federal
thirty (30) days of such discovery. Within a reasonable time after such courts of Oregon for the purposes of resolving any dispute arising under or
notification, Cornell shall correct any failure to conform to specifications or in connection with this Agreement.
any defect in materials or workmanship, or in lieu of such repair, and at
Cornell’s sole option, shall replace the Products or the applicable portion
thereof.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE

Exhibit 1

Warranty Coverage By Product

0-12 13-18 18-24 25-36 37-60

Product Months Month Month Months Months
s s
Refrigeratio
100%
n Pumps
Irrigation
100%
Pumps*
Food and
Hot Oil 100%
Pumps
Industrial
100%
Pumps*
Municipal
100%
Pumps*
Submersible
100% 50% 25%
Pumps*
Portable
100% 50% 25%
Pumps**
DAF Pumps 100
(6 months)
%
Other
pumps not 100%
listed
Parts 100%
Warranty for Motors, Controls, and other accessories not manufactured by
Cornell are provided by the manufacturer of those products.
*For permanent Installations

**Pumps used for Rental, Dewatering, and other non-permanent applications

Proration periods are based on months after shipment (unless otherwise agreed upon).

Wear Parts: This limited warranty does not cover parts that by nature of their function require
replacement as the result of normal wear and tear (seals, wear rings, wear plates, or other parts
subjected to abrasion, cavitation, or corrosion) unless a defect in materials or workmanship can
be determined by Cornell.

Effective Date: February 1, 2010

Supersedes All Previous Warranties

2a
Supersedes 3200-326
Feb.,2005 Feb., 2010

Startup Checklist

BEFORE THE STARTUP OF ANY PUMP, A CAREFUL CHECK MUST BE MADE TO ENSURE THAT ALL IS IN ORDER

1. Reread all instructions and check for compliance on each point.

2. Make sure:
a. All fasteners at gasketed surfaces are properly tightened.
b. Belts and couplings (shaft) are properly adjusted, aligned, and guards are in place.
c. All thrust blocks and supports are adequate.
d. The pump and/or baseplate is bolted securely to a solid foundation. There must be no piping loads
on the pump casing, support suction or discharge piping, and piping must be clean and free of debris
and obstruction, gaskets in place and all joints secure.
e. That all electrical connections and electrical equipment are installed by a qualified and
licensed electrical contractor.
f. The pump rotates freely by hand. Then check the pump rotational direction with very
short on/off power pulses on the starter switch.
g. Pumps with mechanical seal must not run dry unless equipped with the run-dry feature.

CAUTION
Some pumps are equipped with threaded shafts (Food pumps, etc.). Improper rotation will cause
failure and costly repairs. If you are unsure if your pump has a threaded shaft, contact factory.

Pumps with mechanical seal must not run dry unless equipped with run-dry option.

3. Check the valves for proper position. If the system has a discharge gate valve, start with valve closed.
The speed of opening depends upon the size and length of your discharge pipe and capacity of the pump.
The valve should not be more than .25" open until the line is filled. The purpose of this procedure is to
reduce the possibility of a water hammer or shock if filling is too rapid.
4. For Stuffing Box with Packing
When first starting the pump, there should be a leakage. If the packing is too loose, air will suck in
around the packing and the pump will not prime. After the pump is primed, back off on packing gland
nuts to free leakage. Several minutes later, gradually and evenly tighten packing gland nuts until
leakage is reduced to a trickle. Do not attempt to shut off all the leakage.
For Stuffing Box with Mechanical Seal
Read and comply with all seal instructions within manual. During shipment a seal may be jolted, which
could cause leakage. However, any leak should stop after a brief period of operation.
5. Instructions For Pumps with Balance Line and Wear Rings
Wear rings and balance lines are vital for a successful pump operation. They perform two important
functions. First, they reduce the pressure at the stuffing box. Second, they reduce axial thrust loads.
Wear rings should be replaced if the clearance has increased to about .03" per side. Balance lines should
be kept free of obstructions and they should be replaced if they are pinched, bent, or corroded.

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Feb.,2005 Feb., 2010

6. Motors
Check the power supply voltage, amperage, temperature and RPM with the motor nameplate. Review
item 2F with respect to rotation.
NOTE: Large motors must not be started and stopped more than five times per hour.
CAUTION
Whether placed inside our outside, the motor should be mounted on a base four to six inches
higher than surrounding floor level.

7. Cornell Bearing Frames

In general, the considerations for a bearing frame are the same for that of electric motors.
NOTE: If a frame is oil lubed (denoted by ‘K’ on serial number plate and sight gauge on the side of the
frame), put appropriate oil in per lubrication instructions. Make sure support systems are in place and
working such as special lubricants, seal water, etc.
If the pump is used in winter, provisions must be made for protection of the pump and piping from
freezing. Add a heater if necessary. If the pump is not used in the winter, the volute should be drained to
prevent damage.

WARNING
Never operate electric motors or pump equipment without all protective covers, screens and
guards properly in place. Before disconnecting any electrical wiring, shut off the main
switch and lock it out.

8. Check to make sure the screens are in place. A screen or strainer should have a free opening at least
three times the area of the suction pipe.
9. Start the driver. If pump is primed or filled with liquid, the pumping will start immediately.
Cornell Centrifugal Pump Priming
A centrifugal pump is primed when all the internal passages of the pump are filled with the liquid to be
pumped. Do not operate any pump without being properly primed unless it has been specifically
designed for such operation.
When the pump is primed and the unit is started, the pumpage will start to flow immediately. If it does
not, recheck the system for complete prime and possible air leaks. Correct the deficiencies and restart.

CAUTION
If the pumpage does not start immediately, no amount of additional pumping will solve the
problem.

WARNING
Do not allow compressed air to pressurize the pump or vent-off compressed air through
the pump as this may damage pump or cause serious personal injury.

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March, 1990 Feb., 2005

Page 1 of 2
Pressure Testing
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE PUMP WHEN AT TEST PRESSURE

WARNING: Failure to follow instructions may damage pump and/or result in serious personal injury.

MAXIMUM TEST PRESSURE

Maximum test pressure should not exceed 125% of shutoff pressure or 150% of design pressure, whichever is
greater. Refer to Cornell Catalog for operating pressure limits of your pump. If your calculated test pressure is
above these limits, consult factory prior to proceeding.

TEST FLUID
Liquid may be pumpage or water or any liquid compatible with pump materials.
For pumps equipped with packing: WARNING: Do not use compressed air to pressure test pump.
a. Fill pump gradually with liquid by gravity flow (10 PSI max. pressure).
b. Vent air from volute and close ve nt valve.
c. Raise pressure gradually to required test pressure. See “Maximum Test Pressure.”
d. Allow packing to leak freely (special protection of motor may be necessary).
e. If packing is tightened to reduce leakage, lubricant may be squeezed out of packing. Loss of packing
lubricant may require replacement of the packing.

FOR PUMPS EQUIPPED WITH SINGLE SEAL:

CAUTION: DO NOT RUN SEAL DRY – SEE SEAL INSTRUCTIONS
a. Open vent valves on volute or seal gland if shaft vertical (the seal gland in a horizontal pump will not have a
vent valve).
b. Fill pump gradually with liquid by gravity flow (10 PSI max. pressure).
c. Vent air from volute and close vent valve.
d. Vent air from seal gland (If shaft vertical) and close vent valve.
e. Raise pressure gradually to required test pressure. See “Maximum Test Pressure.”

VENT ON SEAL
GLAND VENT ON VOLUTE

PRESSURE TESTING
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March, 1990 Feb., 2005

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CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE PUMP WHEN AT TEST PRESSURE
FOR PUMPS EQUIPPED WITH DOUBLE SEAL, OUTSIDE SEAL WATER SUPPLY.
CAUTION: DO NOT RUN SEAL DRY – SEE SEAL INSTRUCTIONS
A. Turn on supply water to seal chamber, close drain valve.

B. Open vent valve in seal gland and vent off air.

C. Close vent valve.
D. Raise pressure of supply water to pressure at which hydrostatic testing will be done. If water supply cannot
be raised to required test pressure, close valve in supply line to trap all seal water in seal chamber.
E. Fill pump gradually with liquid by gravity flow (10 PSI max. pressure).
F. Vent air from volute and close vent valve.
G. Raise pressure gradually to required test pressure. See “Maximum Test Pressure.”

For pumps equipped with double seal, pumpage lubricated (from line containing filter
from volute to seal chamber).
CAUTION: DO NOT RUN SEAL DRY – SEE SEAL INSTRUCTIONS
A. Open vent valve in seal gland and volute. (Horizontal pump has vent valve on volute only).
B. Open valves in line from volute to seal chamber on each side of filter.

C. Fill pump gradually with liquid by gravity flow (10 PSI max. pressure).
D. Vent air from volute and close vent valve.
E. When liquid without bubble is flowing steadily from the vent valve on the seal gland, close vent valve.
F. If filter has glass or plastic bowl and test pressure is over 50 PSI, close valves on both sides of filter.
G. Raise pressure gradually to required test pressure. See “Maximum Test Pressure.”

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Supersedes 3200-415
Sept., 1997 Aug., 1998

How to Dismantle and Reassemble a Cornell

Back Pullout Pump w/Keyed Shaft (packing and seal)
Some parts mentioned in these instructions may not apply to your pump. Refer to your specific part=s page for
part names.

Dismantling

1. Remove balance line (47) if applicable.

2. Remove all capscrews from volute (2). Insert two of these screws into tapped holes in backplate (38).
Tighten screws to jack the volute free from the backplate exposing the impeller (3). Remove volute. Make
sure volute doesn’t fall onto impeller.
3. Remove impeller lockscrew (12) by breaker bar not by impact wrench. Make sure to apply steady and even
torque to break lockscrew loose. Allen head tooling to remove lockscrew should be in excellent condition.
Discard lockscrew, under emergency conditions this may not be possible. New lockscrew should be used
when possible. Remove the impeller washer (13).
4. If pump has a mechanical seal (40), remove any flush lines to seal gland (5A). Remove gland cap screws
evenly until capscrews are free of backplate. If pump has packing (10), loosen gland nuts (32).
5. Space wedges in pairs 180? apart between impeller and backplate. Be sure wedges are placed along
impeller vanes. Tap opposed wedges at the same time to force off the impeller. See page 3200-401 for
alternate method. Use extreme care to avoid damage to impeller, shaft and bearings. Completely remove
impeller and impeller key.
6. Unbolt and remove backplate from bracket (4). Remove mechanical seal (40) (see instructions).
7. Remove sleeve (15) only, if necessary. Install sleeve puller over outside diameter of sleeve and lock puller
to sleeve with set screws (see sleeve puller on page 3200-401). Remove puller and sleeve with standard
gear puller. If parts page shows an O-ring (296) in sleeve, sleeve can be pulled off by hand.
8. The suction wear ring (6) can be removed by drilling the ring longitudinally in three places to relieve
compression and collapsing the three sections together. Use care not to drill into the volute casting. Better
control is obtained if small pilot holes are first drilled and then enlarged to “cut” the ring. This same
technique is used to remove the hub wear ring (7).
Reassemble

1. To replace sleeve (15): heat new sleeve very uniformly to about 4000 for about 10 minutes. Slide it on
the shaft quickly. However, if sleeve has on O-ring, it should not be heated. NOTE: remove burrs on shaft
around keyway before replacing sleeve.

2. Pump with mechanical seal (40): each seal has its own particular assembly procedures. Read instructions
for the particular seal type before proceeding, or damage to seal parts will result. Where applicable, follow
instructions for mechanical seal.
2a. Pump with packing (10): to repack stuffing box, remove the gland (5) and pull out the old packing. Insert
an extra sleeve in the stuffing box to insure proper alignment of new packing (10) which is then slipped into
the stuffing box ring by ring. Stagger the splits in the packing rings 1200. To insure proper pressure on
each ring, push all the way down and tap lightly.
3. Replace backplate (38).

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4. Use new gaskets (11). For emergency use, old gaskets should be moist and flat.
5. Replace impeller key (28) and impeller (3). (For solids handling pumps, install impeller shims to maintain
.030" minimum clearance between backplate and impeller backvanes.) Use long capscrew and several
washers to press on impeller (per page 3200-401). Do not use impeller lockscrew. The threads must be
long enough to enter the shaft approximately eight threads or turns by hand. This is necessary to protect the
threads in the shaft.
6. After replacing impeller, remove long capscrew and replace with proper impeller lockscrew with impeller
washer. The impeller lockscrew should always be new. See Impeller Lockscrew Instruction page for
Loctite requirements and torque requirement.
7. Replace volute, sliding it carefully over register. Bolt volute to backplate.
8. For seals, bring the gland and gasket against the face at the seal chamber and tighten the bolts evenly. For
packing, replace the packing gland.
9. Reconnect any lines that may have been removed (balance, flush, etc.).

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Supersedes 3200-3 3200-401
July, 1965 May, 1979
DISMANTLING METHODS

TIGHTEN EACH NUT

SIDE PLATE
EVENLY

SHAFT

1 METHOD PIPE (OPTIONAL)

IMPELLER

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Supersedes 3200-3 3200-401
July, 1965 May, 1979
DISMANTLING METHODS

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Supersedes 3200-14
July 2001 Feb 2010

Impeller Lockscrew Installation

Impeller lockscrews are always right hand socket head capscrews. Stainless steel lockscrews are supplied with
Loctite 262, which should be applied to lockscrew thread and shaft thread prior to installation.
Torque for Impeller Lockscrews

First determine size and material of lockscrew, then torque to the appropriate value listed in the table below.
Stainless Steel Lockscrew
Nonmagnetic
Size (302, 303, 304, 316 Series)
.38 – 16UNC 20 Ft-lb
.50 – 13UNC 40 Ft-lb
.62 – 11UNC 90 Ft-lb
.75 – 10UNC 135 Ft-lb
1.00 – 8UNC 265 Ft-lb
1.12 – 7UNC 360 Ft-lb
1.25 – 7UNC 510 Ft-lb
1.50 – 6UNC 875 Ft-lb
Lubrication
Do not lubricate impeller lockscrew or tapped hole or between the lockscrew and the impeller washer or
between the impeller washer and the impeller. Make sure parts are clean and dry; however, it is not necessary
to remove the protective coating from the screw. Lubricated bolts can be overstressed with the torques
indicated.
DO NOT USE LOCKSCREW TO INSTALL THE IMPELLER
CAUTION

Lockscrew failure can damage impeller and volute.

The impeller screw must be of the best material, properly forged and machined to rigid specifications not
available from local suppliers.
Buy only lockscrews available from Cornell to be sure of quality.

Impeller Lockscrew Removal

1. Break loose impeller lockscrew with breaker bar. CAUTION: Care should be taken when removing
lockscrew to prevent damaging screw head.

2. If breaker bar will not loosen impeller lockscrew, apply heat to the lockscrew for 2-4 minutes. Do not
exceed 400° F. CAUTION: Care should be taken when applying heat so as not to receive serious burns.

3. Allow lockscrew to cool and remove with breaker bar.

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Sept, ‘1994 Mar, 2015

Dismantling and Assembling Cornell Frames

F18DB and EM18DB Grease Lubed and F18DBK Oil Lubed
Oil lubricated frames are denoted by a “K” on the serial plate and an oil level sight gauge on the side of the frame.
DISMANTLING (refer to parts page for names and locations of parts)
1. Remove the deflectors from the shaft.
2. Remove the drive end shaft key.
3. Remove the capscrews from the bearing cover or drive end bracket.
Note: Oil lubricated frames have double lip seals at the drive and pump ends. Grease lubricated frames have a single
lip seal at the drive and pump ends. If the lip seals are to be saved, the shaft should be cleared of burrs or sharp
protrusions which would cut the seal. If the seals are removed or replaced, see parts page for orientation of the lips.
Paired seals have a grease passageway between them and are arranged so that the grease will move through the inner
and outer seal.
Slide the bearing cover or drive end bracket off the shaft. Remove the capscrews from the pump bracket.
Slide the pump bracket off the shaft.
4. Press the shaft out toward the drive end. The pump end bearing remains in the frame and can now be removed. The
drive end bearing is still on the shaft. Remove the bearing lock nut and washer. Remove the bearing with a bearing
puller.
If the bearings are to be saved, keep them absolutely clean. If contaminated, wash only in clean fluid.

CAUTION: Never hammer the shaft or parts attached to the shaft or you will ruin both the shaft and
the bearings.
ASSEMBLING
1. Press the drive end bearings onto the shaft (back to back). Pressure should be applied to the inner race. Replace the
lock washer and locknut.
2. Press the pump end bearing into the frame. Place a shim on the bearing and install the pump bracket. Do not include
gasket.
3. Press the shaft in the drive end of the frame until the drive end bearing contacts the frame shoulder.
4. Remove the pump bracket and shim.
5. Install the pump end lip seal(s) in the bracket as shown on the parts page. Slide the pump bracket (with gasket for oil
lubed frames) over the shaft, taking care not to damage or fold the lip seal(s). Install and tighten the capscrews.
6. Install the lip seal(s) in the bearing cover or drive end bracket as shown on the parts page. Reinstall the shims in the
drive end of the frame (if present when disassembled). If new bearings, frame, bearing cover or drive end bracket are
being installed, insert shims to maintain 0.002” to 0.007” shaft endplay. Slide the bearing cover (with gasket for oil
lubed frames) or drive end bracket over the shaft. Install and tighten the capscrews.

7. Install the deflector and lubricate per page 3200-901 for grease lubed frames, or page 3200-902 for oil lubed frames.

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 Supersedes 3200-901
Aug., 2001 Mar., 2005

Lubrication Instructions
Grease Lubricated Frame Pumps
If frame is oil lubricated (denoted by a ‘K’ on the serial number plate and view gauge on side of frame), see
“Lubrication Instructions – Oil Lubricated Frame Pumps,” page 3200-902.
Bearing in all frames are greased at the factory before shipment.
Lubrication requirements vary with speed, power, load, ambient temperatures, exposure to contamination and
moisture, seasonal or continuous operation and other factors. The brief recommendations which follow are
general in nature and must be coupled with good judgement and consideration of the application conditions.
For regreasing periods refer to table below. When adding grease be sure the grease and fittings are absolutely
clean.
Grease used for these bearings should be equivalent to one of the following manufacturer’s products:
G.E. Long Life Grease No. D682C5
Mobil Mobilux No. EP2
Shell Alvania EP2
Texaco Multifak AFB 2
To lubricate frame bearings, remove plastic cover from zerk fittings and be sure the fitting and end of grease
gun are clean. Use hand-operated grease gun only and pump a small amount of grease into each bearing cavity.
The surplus grease will go through the bearing and into the center part of the frame.
For regreasing periods and approximate quantity, refer to table below.
First determine frame size (located on serial number plate).
Example: 5HH-65B4 4NNT-VF16 10YB-F18DB 6NHTA-VC18 4RB-EM16

RECOMMENDED REGREASING PERIODS FOR FRAMES

FRAME SIZE

6-7-8-16 10-12-13-13D
2-5-11 and EM309 20-24 30
60B4 through 68B4 18-18D

Total Running Time 2,000 hours 1,500 hours 1,000 hours 1,350 hours 2,000 hours

8-Hour Day Service 36 weeks 27 weeks 18 weeks 24 weeks 36 weeks

24-Hour Day Service 12 weeks 9 weeks 6 weeks 8 weeks 12 weeks

Approximate Amount of
.5 cubic inch 1.25 cubic inch 2 cubic inches 3 cubic inches 4 cubic inches
Grease per Line Fitting
3 pumps with grease 23 pumps with grease
Approximately 6 pumps 12 pumps 18 pumps
gun hand operated gun hand operated

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Oct., 2004 Mar., 2005

Lubrication Instructions
Oil Lubricated Frame Pumps
If frame is grease lubricated, see “Lubrication Instructions – Grease Lubricated Frame Pumps,” page 3200-901.
The ball bearings are lubricated by the oil in the frame housing.
Add oil through the pipe plug opening at the top of the housing and fill to the level indicated on the side of the
housing. Be careful to keep out dirt and moisture. The oil level must be maintained; check and fill when pump
is not operating. The type and grade of oil used is very important for maintenance-free operation.
Oil used should be a turbine oil equivalent to one of the following manufacturer’s products:

Oil Temperature to 1500F Oil Temperature Over 1500F

ISO VG32 ISO VG68
Mobil DTE 797 Mobil DTE Oil Heavy Medium
Lubriplate HO-0 Lubriplate HO-2
Chevron Turbine Oil GST 32 Chevron Turbine Oil GST 68
Shell Turbo T Oil 32 Shell Turbo T Oil 68

If checking oil temperature is not feasible, measure the bearing frame temperature at the drain connection.
In general, the bearing frame temperature will be approximately 100F lower than the oil temperature.
Oil recommendation is based on a minimum of 70 SSU at operating temperature.

FRAME SIZE CAPACITY (OIL) OIL RENEWAL

F5K 1 QUART 3-4 MONTHS

F85K/85DBK 1.5 QUARTS 3-4 MONTHS
F13K/13DBK 1.5 QUARTS 3-4 MONTHS
F16K 2 QUARTS 5-6 MONTHS
F18K/18DBK 3 QUARTS 5-6 MONTHS
F12K 4 QUARTS 5-6 MONTHS
F24DBK 8 QUARTS 5-6 MONTHS
F20DBK/TBK 9 QUARTS 5-6 MONTHS

Lip Seals (grease)

All oil-filled frames will have lip seals in their bearing covers. All lip seals must be lubricated through the
grease fittings placed in the bearing cover at either end of the frame. Lubricate with a small amount of
multiple-purpose grease after every two to six months, depending upon environment.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR MECHANICAL SEAL
JOHN CRANE TYPE 1, TYPE 2, AND TYPE 21 SINGLE MECHANICAL SEAL
For Cornell Solids Handling Pumps
SPRING
O-RING SEAT RETAINER BELLOWS

STATIONARY
SEAT

STATIONARY ROTATING SEAL DISC DRIVING BAND

SEAL FACE FACE

The location of the mechanical seal in your pump is shown in the cross-section drawing of the pump. The
stationary seat is held in the backplate. All other parts of the seal rotate with the shaft and impeller.

STARTING

The seal chamber must be full of liquid before operating the pump. If the shaft is vertical open the vent until
liquid comes out to be sure chamber is full (not necessary for pumps with Cycloseal as seal chamber is self-
venting). CAUTION: DO NOT RUN PUMP DRY unless pump is equipped with Run-Dry option.

MAINTENANCE

No maintenance is required. However, the pump should be examined at regular intervals for leakage resulting
from wear of the sealing faces. Occasionally new installations will leak for a short time. These must be
inspected daily. If the leakage does not reduce to almost zero, the assembly should be exa mined for proper seal
installation.

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DISMANTLING THE MECHANICAL SEAL Page 2 of 2

If seal is to be removed, remove the impeller according to the instructions for dismantling the pump. The
rotating portion of the seal may now be seen. Slide off the seal spring. Lubricate the shaft and remove the
reminder of the rotating portion being careful to avoid damaging the primary seal. The rubber bellows will be
firmly attached to the shaft and considerable pressure will be required to remove it.
REMOVING SEAT
If the seal is being replaced, remove gland and press out the stationary seat. For pumps with double seals
remove the seat from the stuffing box also.
INSTALLING THE MECHANICAL SEAL
Clean all parts of the pump before starting reassembly. Special attention should be given to the backplate and
the impeller hub.
- Clean and lubricate the shaft.
- Install the stationary seat in the backplate.
- Oil the outer surface of the seat and the “O” ring with a light oil (not grease). Place a cardboard disc on the
sealing face to avoid damage. Press the seat into the gland or stuffing box using firm steady pressure. Make
sure the seat is all the way in. Slide the gland with the gasket over the shaft.
- Wipe the lapped sealing faces of the seat and the primary seal perfectly clean. Use extreme care to avoid
marking the sealing face or the primary seal. Slide the rotating portion of the seal, including spring on the
shaft.
CAUTION: Once the rotating portion has been placed on the shaft, the rest of the installation must be made at
once. Delay may result in the rubber bellows seizing on the shaft in the wrong position.
Install the impeller. For pumps with Cycloseal, be sure that the spring slides over the impeller hub and pushes
against the backshroud of the impeller (on some Cycloseal models, a spring retainer or spacer is used to hold the
spring. Refer to pump sectional drawing)

BACKPLATE

O-RING SEAT

IMPELLER
BACKSHROUD

SHAFT SLEEVE

STATIONARY ROTATING ELEMENT SPRING

SEAT

Typical assembly for Cycloseal pumps

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Supersedes 3200-380
June, ‘88 March, 1990

PUMP TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

SYMPTOMS CAUSES CORRECTIONS
Failure to pump Pump not properly primed. Prime pump correctly.
Speed too low or head too high. Consult Cornell Factory.
Not enough head to open check valve. Consult Cornell Factory.
Air leak. Check and rework suction line.
Plugged suction. Unplug suction.
Too high a suction lift. Consult Cornell Factory.
Reduced performance Air pockets or small air leaks in suction line. Locate and correct.
Obstruction in suction line or impeller. Remove obstruction.
Insufficient submergence of the suction pipe. Consult Cornell Factory.
Excessively worn impeller or wear ring. Replace impeller and/or wear ring.
Too high a suction lift. Consult Cornell Factory.
Wrong direction of rotation. See start-up instructions.
Driver overloaded Speed higher than planned. Reduce speed.
Liquid specific gravity too high. Consult Cornell Factory.
Liquid handled of greater viscosity than water. Consult Cornell Factory.
Too large an impeller diameter. Trim impeller.
Low voltage. Consult power company.
Stress in pipe connection to pump. Support piping properly.
Packing too tight. Loosen packing gland nuts.
Excessive noise Misalignment. Align all rotating parts.
Excessive suction lift. Consult Cornell Factory.
Material lodged in impeller. Dislodge.
Worn bearings. Replace bearings.
Impeller screw loose or broken. Replace.
Cavitation (improper suction design). Correct suction piping.
Wrong direction of rotation. See start-up instructions.
Premature bearing failure Balance line plugged or pinched. Unplug or replace.
Worn wear rings. Replace.
Misalignment. Align all rotating parts.
Suction or discharge pipe not properly supported. Correct supports.
Bent shaft. Replace shaft.
Water or contaminates entering bearings. Protect pump from environment.
Lubrication to bearings not adequate. See Lubrication Instr. (O&M Manual).
Wrong type of lubrication. See Lubrication Instr. (O&M Manual).
Electric motor failure High or low voltage. Check voltage with voltage meter.
High electric surge. Monitor voltage and consult power co.
Poor electric connection. Turn power off, clean and check
connections.
Overloads. Check amperage. Do not exceed
nameplate full load amperage.
Bearing failure. Change bearings in motor.
Cooling vent plugged (roden, leaves, dirt, etc.) Install proper screens.
Water is sucked into motor. Protect pump from environment.
Rapid wear on coupling Misalignment. Align.
cushion Bent shaft. Replace shaft.

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