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OPERATING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE
EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE
STATIC SPARK
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE
EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE. Can cause
personal 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 fluid pressures developed by this
pump. Check all hoses for damage or wear. Be certain
dispensing device is clean and in proper working
condition.
STATIC SPARK. Can cause explosion
resulting in severe injury or death. Ground pump and
pumping system.
ySparks can ignite flammable material and vapors.
yThe pumping system and object being sprayed must
be grounded when it is pumping, flushing, 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
specific grounding requirements.
yAfter grounding, periodically verify continuity of
electrical path to ground. Test with an ohmmeter from
each component (e.g., hoses, pump, clamps, con-
tainer, spray gun, etc.) to ground to insure 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 inflammables away from heat, open flames and
sparks.
yKeep containers closed when not in use.
P
ump 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 muffler.
yPipe the exhaust to a safe remote location when
pumping hazardous or inflammable materials.
yUse a grounded 3/4”minimum ID hose between the
pump and the muffler.
HAZARDOUS PRESSURE. Can result in
serious injury or property damage. Do not service
or clean pump, hoses or dispensing valve while the
system 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
outlet 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.
yObtain Material Safety Data Sheets on all materials
from the supplier for proper handling instructions.
EXPLOSION HAZARD. Models con-
taining aluminum wetted parts cannot be usedwith
III.-Trichloroethane,Methylene Chloride or other
Halogenated Hydrocarbon solvents which may react
and explode.
yCheck pump motor section, fluid 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
significantly reduce maximum safe operating
temperature. Consult the chemical manufacturer for
chemical compatibility 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,
understand it’s limitations, and wear safety goggles /
equipment 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 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.
TORQUE ALL FASTENERS BEFORE
OPERATION. Creep of housing and gasket materials
may cause fasteners to loosen. Re -Torque all
fasteners to ensure against fluid or air leakage.
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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.