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 960266 PARTS LIST
BLACKMER PARTS LIST Page 1 of 4 109-B00
With Installation and Maintenance Instructions Section 109
HELICAL GEAR REDUCERS MODEL: HRA Effective May 2007
Replaces Jun 2006

Failure to disconnect and lockout

electrical power before attempting
This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. maintenance can cause shock, burns
When you see this symbol on the product, or in the manual, or death
look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the
Hazardous voltage.
potential for personal injury, death or major property Can shock, burn or
damage cause death.

Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury,

Operation without guards in place
death or major property damage.
can cause serious personal injury,
property damage, or death.
Hazardous machinery
can cause serious
Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury, personal injury
death or major property damage.

Disconnecting fluid or pressure

Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury containment components during
or property damage. pump operation can cause serious
personal injury, death or major
NOTICE: Hazardous pressure property damage
can cause personal
Indicates special instructions which are very injury or property
important and must be followed. damage

NOTICE: Failure to disconnect and lockout

electrical power or engine drive before
Blackmer gear reducers MUST only be installed in systems, attempting maintenance can cause
which have been designed by qualified engineering severe personal injury or death.
personnel. The system MUST conform to all applicable Hazardous machinery
can cause serious
local and national regulations and safety standards. personal injury.

These instructions are intended to assist in the installation of

and maintenance of the Blackmer gear reducer, and MUST
be kept with the reducer. Failure to relieve system pressure
prior to performing pump service or
Blackmer gear reducer service shall be performed by maintenance can cause severe
qualified technicians ONLY. Service shall conform to all personal injury or property damage.
Hazardous pressure
applicable local and national regulations and safety can cause severe
standards. personal injury or
property damage

Thoroughly review this manual, all instructions and hazard

warnings, BEFORE performing any work on Blackmer gear
reducer.

Maintain ALL system and Blackmer pump and reducer Failure to allow gear reducer to cool
operation and hazard warning decals. before attempting maintenance can
cause serious personal injury.
Extreme heat can
cause injury or
property damage.
NOTICE:
Pump manuals, parts lists and other needed
literature may be obtained from the Blackmer NOTE: Numbers in parentheses following individual parts
website (www.blackmer.com) or by contacting indicate reference numbers on the Parts Lists.
Blackmer Customer Service.
 Ref. Parts Parts
Description Part No. Ref. No. Description Part No.
No. per Unit per Unit
24 Bearing 4 903150 114 Closure Plate 1 *
29 Oil Level Plug 1 908185 115 Gasket – Closure Plate 1 814002
29A Drain Plug 2 908100 116 Capscrews – Closure Plate 8 922754
35 Key – Pinion 1 909177 124 Key – Gear 1 909175
38 Dowel Pin 2 930739 124A Key – Shaft 1 909183
76C Fill & Vent Plug 1 701988 125 Shaft 1 704011
82A Spacer Ring 1 See Table 126 Shaft Guard 1 804154
82B Spacer Ring 1 See Table 126A Capscrews-Shaft Guard 2 920090
82C Spacer Ring 1 See Table 154 Bushing 1 908794
82D Spacer Ring 0-1 See Table — BRACKET ASSEMBLY — 871087
83A Retaining Ring 1 See Table 108A Bracket Ring 1 834004
83B Retaining Ring 0-1 See Table 108B Bracket Stud 4 921452
101 Gear 1 See Table 108C Lockwasher 4 909625
102 Pinion & Shaft 1 See Table 108D Nut (3/8 - 24) 10 922843
104 Oil Seal 1 331910 108K Setscrew 6 922204
104A Oil Seal 1 331923 108L Mounting Bracket 1 834033
110 Gearbox Assembly1 1 894001 108M Slider Post 2 834034
111 Gasket – Cover 1 814000 108N Foot 1 834032
112 Capscrews – Cover (Hex Head) 7 920235
108P Pipe Cap 2 344000
112A Capscrews – Cover (Socket Head) 2 920233
1
*Non-saleable item – included with Gearbox Assembly. Gearbox Assembly includes Ref. Nos. 38, 110, 111, 112, 112A, 114, 115, 116.

GEAR AND PINION SELECTION TABLE (Speed is based on 1750 rpm input.)
SPACERS RETAINING RINGS
102 101
RATIO RPM PINION QTY. GEAR QTY. 82A QTY. 82B QTY. 82C QTY. 82D QTY. 83A QTY. 83B QTY.
NO. NO.
2.24 780 915131 1 919931 1 374002 1 374002 1 374003 1 374003 1 903618 1 NONE -
2.76 640 915125 1 919928 1 374002 1 374002 1 374003 1 374003 1 903618 1 NONE -
3.40 520 915126 1 919929 1 374002 1 374002 1 374003 1 374003 1 903618 1 NONE -
4.19 420 915127 1 919930 1 374002 1 374002 1 374003 1 374003 1 903618 1 NONE -
5.06 350 915132 1 919932 1 374001 1 374004 1 374003 1 NONE - 903618 1 903618 1
6.27 280 915133 1 919933 1 374001 1 374004 1 374003 1 NONE - 903618 1 903618 1
7.65 230 915122 1 919922 1 374001 1 374004 1 374003 1 NONE - 903618 1 903618 1

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 INSTALLATION
NOTICE 4. After obtaining the correct alignment, retighten the bracket
This product must only be installed in systems which nuts.
have been designed by those qualified to engineer such
systems. The system must be in accordance with all
applicable regulations and safety codes and warn of any
hazards unique to the particular system.

ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT
The gear reducer can be moved vertically on its bracket
mount to raise or lower the output shaft (slow speed shaft) to
align with the pump shaft.
The reducer can also be rotated on the bracket ring to
COUPLING ALIGNMENT
facilitate both horizontal and vertical alignment of the input
Both angular and parallel coupling alignment MUST be
shaft (high speed shaft) to the motor shaft. This flexibility in
maintained between the pump, gear, motor, etc. in
movement eliminates the need for shims under the motor or
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. See figure 1.
driver in most cases. NOTE: Refer to Blackmer Dimensions
109-102 for maximum variation of shaft alignment to maintain 1. Parallel alignment: The use of a laser alignment tool or dial
proper gear reducer lubrication. indicator is preferred. If a laser alignment tool or dial indicator
Follow these steps to align the reducer: is not available, use a straightedge. Turn both shafts by hand,
1. Align the output shaft to the pump shaft by loosening the checking the reading through one complete revolution.
four (4) setscrews (108K) and locknuts in the mounting Maximum offset must be less than .005” (125 microns).
bracket (108L), enabling the reducer to slide freely on the 2. Angular alignment: Insert a feeler gauge between the
slider posts. coupling halves. Check the spacing at 90º increments around
2. Once the proper alignment is determined, retighten the the coupling (four check points). Maximum variation must not
setscrews and locknuts. exceed .005” (125 microns). Some laser alignment tools will
3. Align the input shaft to the motor shaft by loosening the check angular alignment as well.
four (4) bracket nuts (108D) in the bracket ring (108A) 3. Replace the coupling guards after setting alignment.
enabling the reducer to rotate freely. If the reducer sticks
on the mounting bracket, tap it lightly with a mallet.

MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: 2. Add oil through the filler hole until oil runs out of the oil level
Maintenance and troubleshooting must be done by an hole – approximately 0.75 qt. (0.71 l) depending on the
individual experienced with pump and reducer orientation of the reducer mounting.
maintenance and the type of system involved. 3. Replace the oil level plug and the fill and vent plug.
NOTICE: 4. After the first two weeks of operation, the oil should be
To avoid possible entanglement in moving parts do not drained, the gearcase flushed, and new oil added.
lubricate pump bearings, gear reducer or any other parts For normal operation, the oil should be changed every six
while the pump is running. months or 1000 hours, whichever is shorter. If operation is
accompanied by frequent and wide changes in temperature,
CAUTION: The normal full load operating temperature of the or if the unit operates in an unusually moist or dusty
gearcase is 180ºF (82ºC) – too hot to touch with the bare hand. atmosphere, the oil should be changed every 500 hours or
every three months. NOTE: To maintain proper gear reducer
lubrication, refer to Blackmer Dimensions 109-102 for
maximum variation of shaft alignment.
LUBRICATION
Gear reducers are not lubricated at the factory. Oil MUST REDUCER DISASSEMBLY
be added before starting the pump. The gearcase on the bracket mounted gear reducer can
Horsepower calculations for Blackmer reducers are based on usually be removed from its bracket without disturbing the
75°F (24°C) ambient air temperature; 200°F (93°C) maximum motor or pump mounting.
oil temperature using synthetic oil. 1. Take apart the couplings and remove the four bracket
Blackmer recommends using synthetic oil with oxidation nuts (108D) and lockwashers (108C) from the bracket
inhibitors and is compatible with Buna elastomers. Use ring.
synthetic oil AGMA Viscosity Grade 4 or ISO Viscosity Grade 2. Once the bracket nuts are removed, rotate the gearcase
150 such as Mobil SHC 629, Shell Omala 150 HD, Castrol on the bracket and swing the input shaft away from the
Isolube EP 150 or equivalent. motor.
3. The gear reducer can then be lifted off the pump with the
To add oil to the gear reducer: bracket ring and studs still intact.
1. Remove the oil level plug (29) and the fill and vent plug 4. Remove the seven hex-head cover capscrews (112), and
(76C). NOTE: The vent fitting in the fill plug (76C) should the two socket-head cover capscrews (112A). NOTE: The
be kept clean to prevent expansion from forcing oil leaks gearcase cover is located on the gearcase with two (2)
at the shaft. dowel pins (38). These pins remain in the gearcase.

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5. After the capscrews have been removed, insert a wedge d. Align the gear key (124) with the notch in the gear,
between the projecting lugs on the gearcase cover and and press the gear (101) squarely onto the shaft.
tap lightly until the cover loosens and can be removed Install the spacer ring (82A).
from the casing. e. Press the second bearing onto the shaft and add a
6. Remove the cover gasket (111). retaining ring (83A).
7. The pinion & shaft (input shaft)(102) is a one-piece 2. To assemble the input shaft (102) (Pinion & Shaft) a
assembly and does not come apart. If necessary, the bearing must be pressed onto each end of the shaft.
bearings (24) can be removed from the shaft with the use a. Prior to installing the bearings, follow steps 1a and 1b.
of a bearing puller or arbor press. b. For gear ratios 5.06, 6.27, and 7.65, a retaining ring
8. To remove the gear (101) and bearings (24) from the (83B) must be installed ahead of the bearing on the
output shaft (125), use a gear puller or arbor press. non-driven (shorter) end of the pinion & shaft.
Support the assembly on the gear and press the shaft out 3. After the shafts, gears and bearings have been
of the gear and bearings. assembled, apply a light film of oil in the bearing bores of
the gearcase to help the bearings slide into position.
OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT
1. To replace the oil seal (104) on the input shaft, it is only 4. If the oil seal (104A) has been removed from the
necessary to remove the closure plate (114). Once the gearcase, it must be replaced prior to reassembly. Refer
plate is removed, the old seal can be pressed out and a to step 2 of “Oil Seal Replacement.”
new one installed. Grease the lip of the oil seal before 5. To install the shaft assemblies into the gearcase it is
installing. The oil seal must be inserted such that the lip of easiest to tip the gearcase so that it is resting on the
the seal will face inward when the closure plate is bracket studs with the cavity opening upward.
reattached to the gearcase cover. a. Start the output shaft (125) into the bearing bore of the
2. To replace the oil seal (104A) on the output shaft, it is gearcase.
necessary to disassemble the body and cover assembly b. Align the bearings and gear teeth of the input shaft
and remove the output shaft. (Refer to “Reducer (102) with the output shaft and drop the two shaft
Disassembly.”) Grease the lip of the oil seal and insert it assemblies together into their respective bearing
into the bearing bore of the gearcase so that the lip of the bores. NOTE: It is important to line the bearings up
seal faces inward. squarely with the bores in order for them to drop
smoothly into place. If the bearings are positioned
REDUCER ASSEMBLY correctly in the gearcase, the shafts should rotate
Before reassembling the gear reducer, clean each part freely when turned by hand.
thoroughly. Wash out the bearing bores and remove all burrs 6. Once the input and output shaft assemblies are properly
or sharp corners with a file. installed, set the cover gasket (111) on the gearcase.
NOTE: Disregard steps 1 and 2 if the shaft and bearing 7. Install the spacer ring (82C) into the output bearing bore
assemblies have not been dismantled. of the cover. When applicable (refer to “Gear and Pinion
1. The output shaft (125) is reduced in diameter at one end Selection Table”), install a spacer ring (82D) into the input
of the gear area to facilitate bearing and gear location. bearing bore of the cover.
a. Before installing the gear and bearings, remove all 8. Position the cover on the gearcase using the dowel pins
dirt, burrs, or sharp corners from the shaft to prevent for alignment.
galling or seizing of the gear and shaft. 9. Install and tighten the cover capscrews (112 & 112A).
b. Apply a coat of graphite, molysulphide, or white lead 10. Make sure the oil seal (104) is inserted in the closure
to the shaft. plate (114) before reattaching the plate to the gearcase
c. Press the shaft squarely into the bearing (24) and cover. Refer to step 1 of “Oil Seal Replacement.”
install the spacer ring (82B). 11. Attach the closure plate gasket (115) and the closure
plate (114) to the gearcase cover.

TROUBLESHOOTING
NOISE AND VIBRATION
POSSIBLE CAUSES: REMEDY:
1. Worn or damaged bearings. Replace bearings.
2. Inadequate lubrication / use of wrong Check oil condition. The lubricant may not be getting to the contact areas of the
lubricant. gear teeth, or the viscosity of the oil may be too low for the operating
temperature (see “Lubrication”).
3. Impurities in the lubricant, such as Replace with clean oil (see “Lubrication”)
abrasive particles.
4. Excessive overloading. Overloading causes overheating which may lower oil viscosity and thus cause
the oil film on gear teeth contact surfaces to break down. The gears will begin to
“groan” as the oil loses its effectiveness. If the loading is not decreased, the gear
teeth will begin to “bite” into each other and wear out rapidly.
5. Misalignment to either pump or motor. Recheck alignment and adjust as necessary.

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