4.1.2 Foundation requirements
Requirements
• The foundation must be able to absorb any type of vibration and form a permanent,
rigid support for the unit.
• The foundation must weigh at least 2-1/2 times the weight of the pump unit.
• Provide a flat, substantial concrete foundation in order to prevent strain and distortion
when you tighten the foundation bolts.
• Anchor bolts are preferred installed vertically, but when expansion type or chemically
set anchors are installed at an angle through the base mounting holes, beveled
washers with matching angles shall be used under the anchor bolt nuts.
• Tie the concrete pad in with the finished floor.
• Use foundation bolts and larger pipe sleeves to give room for final bolt location.
Diagram
• Allow enough bolt length for grout, shims, lower baseplate flange, nuts, and washers.
1. Foundation bolt
2. Pipe sleeve
3. Washer
4. Built-up concrete foundation
4.1.3 Piping checklist
WARNING:
• The heating of water and other fluids causes volumetric expansion. The associated
forces can cause the failure of system components and the release of high-
temperature fluids. In order to prevent this, install properly sized and located
compression tanks and pressure-relief valves. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in serious personal injury or death, or property damage.
• Avoid serious personal injury and property damage. Make sure that the flange bolts
are adequately torqued.
NOTICE:
Never force piping to make a connection with a pump.
Check Explanation/comment Checked
Check that a section of straight pipe, with a length that
is a minimum of five times its diameter, is installed
between the suction side of the pump and the first
elbow, or that a B&G Suction Diffuser is installed.
This reduces suction turbulence by
straightening the flow of liquid before it enters
the pump.
4 Installation
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