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Safety Warnings
This equipment should only be maintained by experienced professional technicians. Observe all safety
warnings. Read all safety warnings and operating manuals before using or repairing this Air Operated
Diaphragm Pump.
Any misuse of this equipment such as over-pressurization, modifying parts, pumping incompatible fluids,
using worn or damaged parts, or using gasses other than compressed air to power the pump is not
recommended. Any of these circumstances could result in splashing or spraying into the eyes or on skin,
possible serious bodily injury, fire, explosion, or property damage.
General Safety
ALWAYS wear safety glasses when using
power tools to repair this equipment.
Wear proper ear protection when working or
standing near A.O.D. pumps. It is
recommended that an air exhaust muffler be
used on this equipment at all times.
When the pumping system contains dangerous
fluids, wear protective gloves, glasses, etc.
when working on or around this equipment.
Always shut off the air supply and disconnect it
from the pump before performing maintenance
or repair on the pump.
Do NOT put your face or body near the pump air
exhaust while the pump is operating.
Bleed all pressure from the discharge and
suction lines before disconnecting the fluid
suction or fluid discharge lines from the pump.
Before starting a pump, make certain that the
discharge point of the piping system is clear and
safe and all persons have been warned to stand
clear.
Always make sure that safety shut off valves,
regulators, pressure relief valves, gauges, etc.
are working properly before starting the pump.
Equipment Misuse Hazard
Do NOT operate a pump that is leaking,
damaged, corroded, or otherwise unable to
contain the internal fluid pressure.
Do NOT pump incompatible fluids through the
pump. Consult your distributor or the factory if
you are not sure of the compatibility of fluids with
the castings and elastomers.
Never exceed the operating pressure
recommended for the pump: 689 kPa (100 psi)
for plastic models. Metallic pumps must not
exceed 862 kPA (125 psi) operating pressure.
Do NOT submerge the pump in liquids that are
incompatible with the wetted or non-wetted parts
of the pump. If installing in a submerged
location, extend the air exhaust port above the
liquid surface with suitable pipe or hose. Route
the exhaust line to a safe location away from
people and install an air exhaust muffler.
A.O.D. pumps utilize an elastomeric membrane
to separate the pumping liquid from the air
supply. When this membrane ruptures,
pumping fluid may be expelled from the air
exhaust port. Always pipe the air exhaust port
to a safe location or suitable container if
dangerous or volatile liquids are being pumped.
Never allow the piping system to be supported
by the pump manifolds or valve housing. The
manifolds and valve housings are not designed
to support any structural weight and failure of
the pump may result. The use of flexible piping
connections is highly recommended.
Do NOT exceed the recommended operating
temperatures of the pump or pump failure may
result.