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Safety Warnings
Equipment Misuse Hazard
General Safety
Wear proper ear protection when working or
standing near A.O.D. pumps. It is recommended
t h a t a n a i r e x h a u s t m u f f l e r b e u s e d o n t h i s
equipment at all times.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses when using power
tools to repair this equipment.
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: 100 psig (6.9 bar).
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.
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.
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.
