Piping checklists – Goulds Pumps 3355 - IOM User Manual

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Installation

1. Clean all the areas of the baseplate that will come into contact with the grout.
2. Build a dam around the foundation.
3. Thoroughly wet the foundation that will come into contact with the grout.
4. Pour grout through the grout hole into the baseplate up to the level of the dam.

When you pour the grout, remove air bubbles from it by using one of these methods:

• Puddle with a vibrator.

• Pump the grout into place.

5. Allow the grout to set.

1. Baseplate
2. Shims or wedges
3. Grout
4. Foundation
5. Sleeve
6. Dam
7. Bolt

6. Fill the remainder of the baseplate with grout, and allow the grout to set for at least 48

hours.

1. Baseplate
2. Grout
3. Foundation
4. Dam
5. Bolt

7. Tighten the foundation bolts.
8. Recheck the alignment.

Piping checklists

Fastening

WARNING:

• Only use fasteners of the proper size and material.
• Replace all corroded fasteners.
• Make sure that all fasteners are properly tightened and that there are no missing fasteners.

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Model 3355 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual

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