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 EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE. Can cause per-
sonal injury, pump damage or property damage.
 
yDo not exceed the maximum inlet air pressure as 
stated on the pump model plate.
 
yBe sure material hoses and other components are able 
to withstand uid pressures developed by this pump. 
Check all hoses for damage or wear. Be certain dispens-
ing device is clean and in proper working condition.
 STATIC SPARK. Can cause explosion result-
ing in severe injury or death. Ground pump and 
pumping system.
 
yUse the pump grounding screw terminal provided. 
Use ARO®part no. 66885-1 ground kit or connect a 
suitable ground wire (12 ga. minimum) to a good 
earth ground source.
 
ySecure pump, connections and all contact points to 
avoid vibration and generation of contact or static 
spark.
 
yConsult local building codes and electrical codes for 
specic grounding requirements.
 
yAfter grounding, periodically verify continuity of 
electrical path to ground. Test with an ohmmeter from 
each component (e.g., hoses, pump, clamps, contain-
er, spray gun, etc.) to ground, to ensure continuity. 
Ohmmeter should show 0.1 ohms or less.
 
ySubmerse the outlet hose end, dispensing valve or 
device in the material being dispensed if possible. 
(Avoid free streaming of material being dispensed.)
 
yUse hoses incorporating a static wire.
 
yUse proper ventilation.
 
yKeep inammables away from heat, open ames and 
sparks.
 
yKeep containers closed when not in use.
 Pump exhaust may contain contaminants. 
Can cause severe injury. Pipe exhaust away from work 
area and personnel.
 
yIn the event of a diaphragm rupture, material can be 
forced out of the air exhaust muer.
 
yPipe the exhaust to a safe remote location when 
pumping hazardous or inammable materials.
 
yUse a grounded 1” minimum ID hose between the 
pump and the muer.
 HAZARDOUS PRESSURE. Can result in seri-
ous injury or property damage. Do not service or 
clean pump, hoses or dispensing valve while the sys-
tem is pressurized.
 
yDisconnect air supply line and relieve pressure from 
the system by opening dispensing valve or device and 
/ or carefully and slowly loosening and removing out-
let hose or piping from pump.
 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Can cause serious 
injury or property damage. Do not attempt to return 
a pump to the factory or service center that contains 
hazardous material. Safe handling practices must 
comply with local and national laws and safety code 
requirements.
OPERATING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
 
yObtain Material Safety Data Sheets on all materials 
from the supplier for proper handling instructions.
 EXPLOSION HAZARD. Models containing alu-
minum wetted parts cannot be used with 1,1,1-trichlo-
roethane, methylene chloride or other halogenated 
hydrocarbon solvents which may react and explode.
 
yCheck pump motor section, uid caps, manifolds and 
all wetted parts to assure compatibility before using 
with solvents of this type.
 MISAPPLICATION HAZARD. Do not use mod-
els containing aluminum wetted parts with food prod-
ucts for human consumption. Plated parts can contain 
trace amounts of lead.
 Verify the chemical compatibility of the 
pump wetted parts and the substance being pumped, 
flushed or recirculated. Chemical compatibility may 
change with temperature and concentration of the 
chemical(s) within the substances being pumped, 
ushed or circulated. For specic uid compatibility, 
consult the chemical manufacturer.
 Maximum temperatures are based on 
mechanical stress only. Certain chemicals will signi-
cantly reduce maximum safe operating temperature. 
Consult the chemical manufacturer for chemical com-
patibility and temperature limits. Refer to PUMP DATA 
on page 1 of this manual.
 Be certain all operators of this equipment 
have been trained for safe working practices, under-
stand it’s limitations, and wear safety goggles / equip-
ment when required.
 Do not use the pump for the structural sup-
port of the piping system. Be certain the system com-
ponents are properly supported to prevent stress on 
the pump parts.
 
ySuction and discharge connections should be flex-
ible connections (such as hose), not rigid piped, 
and should be compatible with the substance being 
pumped.
 Prevent unnecessary damage to the pump. 
Do not allow pump to operate when out of material 
for long periods of time.
 
yDisconnect air line from pump when system sits idle 
for long periods of time.
 Use only genuine ARO replacement parts to 
assure compatible pressure rating and longest service 
life.
 Replacement warning labels are available 
upon request: “Static Spark & Diaphragm Rupture” pn 
\ 94080.
 = Hazards or unsafe practices which 
could result in severe personal injury, 
death or substantial property damage.
 = Hazards or unsafe practices which 
could result in minor personal injury, 
product or property damage.
 = Important installation, operation or 
maintenance information.
EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE
STATIC SPARK
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE