MODEL BX

INDUSTRIAL PUMPS
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE MANUAL
NOTE! To the installer: Please make sure you provide this manual to the owner of the equip­ment or to the responsible
party who maintains the system.

Part # 13800A903 | © 2012 Pentair Pump Group, Ltd. | 11/12/12

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS E. Make sure that drive is adequate for horsepower
required and that drive is properly aligned and
Reciprocating pumps of both the plunger and piston tensioned. With belt drives, pulley on both motor
type are positive displacement in principle. Due to and pump should be located as close as possible
positive displacement characteristics, problems may to bearing to reduce bearing and shaft bending
arise through improper installation or application. loads.
When new or unusual installations are planned, or
the material to be pumped is a liquid other than CAUTION: Be sure that pump belts and pulleys
cold water, the customer should consult the “Myers are properly protected by guards according to
Reciprocating Pump Manual” or factory for additional industrial code within state of application.
information.
F. Make sure that all bolts, nuts, set screws and keys
are properly tightened.
CAUTION: Positive Displacement Pumps must
have a proper size and operable type of pressure G. Be sure that discharge line is properly protected
regulating valve or pressure relief valve piped into by means of a pressure regulating valve and a
the discharge line. This is mandatory to prevent discharge surge arrester of proper size, capacity
damage to pump and piping or possible injury and pressure rating. The discharge line should be
to personnel. Do not install any valves or shutoff of comparable size to discharge tapping in pump.
devices in the bypass line from pressure regulator Average discharge line velocity should not exceed
to tank or supply. 5 feet per second for most satisfactory operation.
H. Nozzle capacity or demand should not exceed
CAUTION: All pumps should be installed level. 90% of pump capacity for satisfactory regulating
For mobile applications the maximum angle of valve operation. Nozzling in excess of this capacity
intermittent operation should be no more than may cause unstable pressure regulator operation.
5 degrees in any one direction. It is also preferred to nozzle in excess of 50% of
pump capacity to reduce rate of erosion or wear
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: on regulating valve and seat. When lower system
demands (than rated pump capacity) are required
This product and related in an installation, the pump speed should be
accessories contain chemicals known to the reduced by changing drive ratios. This will reflect
State of California to cause cancer, birth savings in power consumption, reduced regulating
defects or other reproductive harm. valve wear and extended pump life.
I. Where line shock or water hammer is encountered
1. INSTALLATION a second surge arrester should be installed in the
discharge line adjacent to spray gun or nozzles.
A. If possible, install suction piping one pipe size Under some conditions it may also be desirable
larger than suction tapping in pump. Reduce to isolate pump from piping with a suitable high
piping size at pump with a reducer coupling. pressure hose. This will eliminate transmission of
A suction surge arrester will assure smoother line vibration to the pump, reducing possible failure
operation. of piping, pipe threads, and/or pump casting.
B. Keep suction piping as short and simple as J. Never pipe the bypass from a pressure regulating
possible with a minimum of lift. Avoid any high valve back into the pump suction. When the
points in the suction line. Suction piping must not discharge line is shut off, the complete bypass is
have any air leaks. Check suction piping assembly circulated back into pump suction with a resulting
for leaks by using 20–80 PSI air pressure and soap rapid temperature rise which will destroy the piston
bubbles or submerging assembly under water. packing. It is permissible to pipe the bypass from
C. Use suction strainer and screen with twice the an unloader into the suction because the pump
rating of the pump capacity to avoid restriction pressure is unloaded when discharge is shut off.
of the pump suction. Strainer mesh should be
sufficiently small to prevent passage of trash 2. STARTING PUMP
which may lodge under pump valves. Keep screen
clean with a regular maintenance schedule to A. Before starting read all instructions carefully!
avoid starving of pump suction. A starved suction 1. Replace all drain plugs in pump and piping.
condition is usually indicated by excessive pump 2. Fill pump crankcase with recommended oil to
shock and noise. Many pump problems and many the proper level. (See Lubrication Section.)
packing or cup failures are directly traceable to a
starved suction condition. 3. Inspect tank to be sure that no foreign material
is in tank or suction line.
D. When pumping liquids that are heated, reduce
pump speed to avoid suction problems. Consult 4. Fill tank at least half full or connect suction to
“Myers Reciprocating Pump Manual” or factory for water supply. Open valve (if present) in suction
temperature and speed limitations. line. If pumping from a pit, make sure that
suction line is completely submerged.

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 5. Make sure all valves, including spray gun or SAE 40 should be used. Use only good quality grade
nozzles, are open in discharge line. Spray gun oils with SAE designation MS, SC or SD. Maintain
may be anchored to discharge back into tank. level at mark on cover for the required RPM. Foaming
6. Completely back off pressure adjusting screw or milky discoloration of oil is an indication of water.
on pressure regulating valve. Oil should be replaced to preclude possible damage
to crankcase and components.
CAUTION: When pumping from a pit or under a
suction lift condition, if pump does not prime in NOTE: Drain oil from crankcase after first 30 hours
a short period, fill the discharge side of fluid end of operation. It is best to always drain the oil when
with water to seal discharge valves. If pump still it is still hot. Refill the new oil as mentioned above.
does not prime remove suction hose and fill pump Run pump at full speed under no pressure for 2 or
with water. Dry operation will cause heating and 3 minutes before returning to operation. Thereafter
wear on cylinders and packing. Be sure that an change oil every 300 hours or immediately if water
operating pressure gauge is located on discharge droplets are found in crankcase. Check oil level
line. regularly and add oil as needed.
B. Starting Unit:
RPM OIL LEVEL LOCATION OIL CAPACITY
1. After starting, close discharge valve or gun 800 Add Level Mark 32 oz.
slowly while watching pressure gauge to
700 Between Add & Full Mark 40 oz.
make sure relief valve or unloader is operating
properly. 600 Full Mark 48 oz.
2. Adjust relief valve to desired pressure. See Speeds of 400 to 600 RPM require 48 ounces of oil.
regulator instructions. For speeds less than 400 RPM consult factory for
3. Cycle nozzles or gun on and off to be sure that recommendations.
pressure adjustment and regulator operation is
satisfactory. Avoid Freezing by draining all water from pump
and system in cold weather. This can be done by
LUBRICATION breaking suction connections and turning crankshaft
over 4 or 5 times, or the fluid end can be removed to
Pump-Crankcase must be filled with 2 to 3 pints completely drain cylinders and fluid end.
depending on RPM (See Table) of SAE 30 oil unless
ambient temperature exceeds 90 degrees F when

SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE TRIPLEX – SINGLE ACTING
Rated Capacity GPM @ 800 RPM 8 GPM
Pressure Rating: Continuous/Intermittent 1,000 PSI/1,200 PSI
Required BHP @ 800 RPM and Rated Pressure 6.3
Temperature Rating (Max.) 140˚ F
Cylinder Bore 1"
Stroke 1-1/16"
Suction Size 1 NPT (Bottom)
Discharge 3/4" NPT (Top)
Crankshaft Diameter 1"
Keyway 1/4 x 1/8
Cylinder Material Alumina Ceramic
Fluid End Material Brass
Packing Material High Acrylic Nitrile
Valve Material Stainless Steel
Seat Material Stainless Steel
Piston Material Brass
Approximate Shipping Weight 50 lbs.
Recommended Regulator 22900B000
Recommended Unloader 19280C000
Recommended Discharge Surge Suppressor 6CU
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SERVICE MANUAL erosion is present on valve. All valve components are
interchangeable but it is recommended to put them
CAUTION: Disconnect electrical leads to motor back in the same order as taken out if not renewing
to remove spark plug leads on engine before the components.
processing.
To replace valve components, first clean bores to
CYLINDER AND PACKING SERVICE remove corrosion or burrs. Lubricate and replace
O-ring in bottom of bore. Then the valve seat.
Removal: Lubricate and replace O-ring. On the valve make
Remove 2 cap screws holding fluid end to power sure the spring is inserted squarely inside the valve
end and pull straight forward using care with ceramic and fitted snug on the bottom of the valve seat
cylinders. Do not cock fluid end or drop cylinders. before putting assembly into fluid end. Repeat for the
Hold onto cylinder while removing socket head cap discharge valve. Be extra careful not to crossthread
screw through cylinder and remove cylinder with valve cover into the fluid end.
packing still inside. Remove packing with a suitable
punch being careful not to scratch cylinder. Grease
cylinder O.D. when replacing so that it won’t corrode
in crankcase. When renewing packing, clean all
piston parts, renew nylon gaskets and O-rings.
Ceramic cylinders can be cleaned by soaking in
muriatic acid solution to remove all buildup of packing
material. CAUTION!! AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH
MURIATIC ACID. WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND
EYE PROTECTION. IF EXPOSED, FLUSH EXPOSED
AREA WITH WATER. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN FOR
TREATMENT OF MURIATIC ACID BURNS. Clean
bores in fluid end and power end. Be sure to replace
nylon gasket in crankcase before replacing cylinder.
Insert cap screw with lock washer through cup,
replace piston, renew gasket and lubricate cup. With
the lips of the cup away from the cylinder, insert
assembly through the cylinder in the end that has a
chamfer on the O.D. Make sure the gasket is on the
cap screw and insert assembly into crankcase. Care
should be used to assure proper seating of cylinder
into the machined opening at the rear of the bore.
With the cylinder seated properly, the piston assembly
adjusted and locked in place to 5–6 ft./lbs., and the
O-ring lubricated and in the fluid end, the fluid end
can be replaced. Insert cap screws and pull down
finger tight. Do not cock fluid end while tightening.
Pull evenly by alternately tightening to a final torque of
90–100 ft./lbs. SERVICING CRANKCASE PARTS
To remove crankshaft, the plungers and cylinders
must first be removed, as explained earlier. Drain
oil from crankcase and remove rear cover. Remove
retainer ring from bearing bore. The connecting link
caps should be taken off and the free links pushed
toward the water end as far as possible. BEFORE
REMOVAL, BE SURE TO NOTE THE MARKINGS
ON THE CONNECTING LINKS AND CAPS. THESE
PARTS ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE AND MUST
NOTE: Replaced with packing kit 23716A010K. BE REASSEMBLED IN THEIR ORIGINAL POSITIONS.
The crankshaft bearings and bearing cap can now be
removed by tapping with a hammer against a block
VALVE SERVICE of wood on one end of the crankshaft. The crankshaft
When servicing valves always renew O-rings. Remove should be supported so that as the bearings leave the
valve covers on top of fluid end for access to valve bores the crank does not drop and damage a crank
components. Suction and discharge valves will pin. Do not remove bearing from crankshaft unless
show a wear pattern on seating surface but need replacement is necessary. After removing crankshaft,
not be replaced unless extreme wear, cracks, or the links and crosshead can be pulled of out the
crankcase opening.
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SERVICING CONNECTING LINK REPLACING CROSSHEAD SEALS
The connecting links should be checked for bearing With the crankshaft and crossheads removed, the
wear only if the pump shows signs which might be worn seals can be pried out. When installing new
due to a failing link or during a general overhaul. The seals be sure to place them with the lip facing the
link is made of material that has bearing qualities. It power end and the metal face toward the water end.
does not require a crankshaft bearing and should last After cleaning the cavity and wiping with oil, the
many hours if properly cared for. seal can be pressed into place with an arbor press
or by tapping lightly with a hammer against a block
The wrist pin will slide out as it has a slide fit on both of wood. The seals should be pressed in as shown
the crosshead and link. When replacing the pin be in cutaway pump view. When returning crossheads
sure the link operates freely on the crosshead. Torque through new seals care should be taken not to turn
for the link bolts is not to exceed 144 in./lbs. or back or damage the lip of the seal. An assembly
12 ft./lbs. thimble can be very helpful in this operation. Fig. 4
shows a recommended thimble for installation of
oil seals.
The following should be done by a qualified machine
shop. If the wrist pin hole of the link has a clearance
of .004 or more it can be salvaged by drilling and
reaming to the dimension in Fig. 3 to accommodate
05806A030 bronze bushing. When drilling and
reaming make sure it is parallel to the large diameter
of the link. It may be necessary to ream the bushing
I.D. to the dimension in Fig. 3 after bushing is
installed. It is required to renew the whole link if
the clearance between the link and crank becomes
greater than .005 or it may be salvaged by machining
equal amounts of material where the link and link cap
meet but not to exceed .015 each end. Then rebore
and rehone to a fine finish to the dimension in Fig. 3.
Also a radius should be machined to the sides to
match the crank. The diameters will have to be
perpendicular to the machined sides of the link.
After replacing the crossheads and links, they should
be pushed all the way forward; then the crankshaft
can be replaced just as it was removed. All link caps
should be tightened in place and free operation of
the crank assured before replacing bearing cap and
retainer ring. When replacing bearing cap, place a
strip of electrical tape over the crankshaft keyway
to reduce possibility of seal lip damage. Clean and
lubricate all seals and O-rings before replacing.

CAUTION: Overtightening of rear cover screws

could result in fracturing cover. Do not clean rear
RECONDITIONING CRANKSHAFTS cover with solvents or harsh chemicals.

When only a very small amount of damage has

occurred on the crank pins, such as small surface
grooves cut partway round the bearing surface, the
crank pins can sometimes be reconditioned for further
use. This can be done with emery cloth and polishing
until all ridges are completely removed. The final
polishing operation should be performed by using a
very fine emery cloth. The procedure can be followed
only where the amount of sanding does not reduce
the normal diameter of the crank pin. If the crankshaft
cannot be refinished by hand in this manner, it will be
necessary to build up the journals, then regrind and
polish to the original diameter of 1.37275 to 1.37225
in. with a 12 micro finish.

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 STANDARD LIMITED WARRANTY
CENTRIFUGAL & RECIPROCATING PUMPS

Pentair Myers® warrants its products against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from
the date of shipment from Pentair Myers or 18 months from the manufacturing date, whichever occurs first – provided
that such products are used in compliance with the requirements of the Pentair Myers catalog and technical manuals.

During the warranty period and subject to the conditions set forth, Pentair Myers, at its discretion, will repair or
replace to the original user, the parts that prove defective in materials and workmanship. Pentair Myers reserves the
right to change or improve its products or any portions thereof without being obligated to provide such a change or
improvement for prior sold and/or shipped units.

Seals, piston cups, packing, plungers, liners and valves used for handling clear, fresh, nonaerated water at a
temperature not exceeding 120ºF are warranted for ninety days from date of shipment. All other applications are
subject to a thirty day warranty. Accessories such as motors, engines and auxiliary equipment are warranted by
the respective manufacturer and are excluded in this standard warranty. Under no circumstance will Pentair Myers
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