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3. OPERATING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
EXCESSIVE FLUID PRESSURE
STATIC SPARK
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE
STATIC SPARK. Can cause explosion re-
sulting in severe injury or death. Ground pump and
pumping system.
ySparks can ignite ammable material and vapors.
yThe pumping system and object being sprayed must
be grounded when it is pumping, ushing, recirculat-
ing or spraying flammable materials such as paints,
solvents, lacquers, etc. or used in a location where
surrounding atmosphere is conducive to spontaneous
combustion. Ground the dispensing valve or device,
containers, hoses and any object to which material is
being pumped.
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 de-
vice 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.
Excessive fluid pressure developed by
pump can cause personal injury, pump damage or
property damage.
yFluid pressure developed by the pump do not exceed
the maximum as stated on the pump model plate.
yBe sure material hoses and other components are
able to withstand fluid pressures developed by this
pump. Check all hoses for damage or wear. Be certain
dispensing device is clean and in proper working con-
dition.
INSTALLATION OF ELECTRICAL COMPO-
NENTS FOR HAZARDOUS DUTY APPLICATIONS.
yPumps that will operate in environments defined as
“hazardous locations” must only be installed, con-
nected and set-up by qualied personnel with knowl-
edge and understanding of protection classes, regula-
tions and provisions for apparatus in hazardous areas,
for the region where the pump will operate, because
these regulations and provisions, along with the de-
nition of what constitutes hazardous areas vary by
location.
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD. This equip-
ment must be grounded. Improper grounding, setup,
or usage of the system can cause electric shock.
yTurn o and remove power before disconnecting any
cables and before servicing or installing equipment.
yConnect only to grounded power source.
yAll electrical wiring must be done by a qualied elec-
trician and comply with all local codes and regula-
tions.
yWait Five minutes for capacitor discharge before
opening equipment.
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE. Can result in
serious injury or property damage. Do not service or
clean pump, hoses or dispensing valve while the sys-
tem is pressurized.
yDisconnect power supply to electric motor and VFD.
Relieve pressure from the system by opening dispens-
ing valve or device and / or carefully and slowly loos-
ening and removing outlet hose or piping from pump.
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Can cause se-
rious 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.
yObtain Material Safety Data Sheets on all materials
from the supplier for proper handling instructions.
EXPLOSION HAZARD. Models contain-
ing aluminum wetted parts cannot be used with I I I.
-Trichloroethane,Methylene Chloride or other Halo-
genated Hydrocarbon solvents which may react and
explode.
yCheck pump actuator section, PRV section, Oil module
section, uid caps, manifolds and all wetted parts to
assure compatibility before using with solvents of this
type.
MISAPPLICATION HAZARD. Do not use
models containing aluminum wetted parts with food
products 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,
flushed or circulated. For specific fluid 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 3 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
support of the piping system. Be certain the system
components are properly supported to prevent stress
on the pump parts.
ySuction and discharge connections should be flexi-
ble connections (such as hose), not rigid piped, and
should be compatible with the substance being
pumped.