Top 10 Tips to Extend the life of your Gorman-Rupp self-priming pump
Are you unsure of the best way to maintain the life of your Gorman-Rupp pump?
Do you want to know how to extend the life of your Gorman-Rupp pump?
With a Gorman-Rupp pump, you get a quality product built to last. Indeed, the most reliable self-priming pumps on the market. This is why Gorman-Rupp is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of reliable self-priming pumps for a variety of applications.
Even the best pumps require basic attention and maintenance to ensure they provide an exceptionally long service life and unmatched performance.
We have compiled a Top 10 Tips to extend the life of your Gorman-Rupp self priming pump….
- Make sure you have the most up-to-date manual for your pump. Talk to Hydro Innovations to obtain one.
- Change the oil in the seal cavity and the bearing cavity annually. Make sure to use the correct oil. Check with Hydro Innovations if unsure.
- Periodically perform shutoff head test to check pump internal conditions. Adjust impeller-to-wear plate clearances if needed.
- Adjust belt tension bi-annually or annually as needed.
- Lubricate pump air release valves regularly.
- Keep discharge check valves unclogged and operating properly.
- Ensure your electric motor is greased as per the operator manual.
- Only use genuine Gorman-Rupp replacement parts for proper fit and longevity. Hydro Innovations stocks all spare parts.
- Perform preventive maintenance. It will dramatically increase the life of your pumps, reduce downtime and increase reliability.
- Book in for Training at our cutting edge training facility.
For best results call our team at Hydro Innovations for any assistance required!
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