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V. 2.0
9. SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Do not work in the area where the pump is running without being protected by suitable
clothing and goggles;
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Do not work on the pump without disconnecting the power take off (stop the pump);
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Fit adequate protection on all moving parts such as the shaft, pulleys, joints etc.;
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Do not remove protection fitted to moving parts;
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Do not change the pump installation conditions, in particular to not modify the
hydraulic connection fittings;
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Do not turn on any taps mounted on the pump if they are not connected with a use
function preventing the accidental discharge of the pumped liquid;
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Make sure that there is a safety valve of appropriate capacity in the delivery side circuit
in addition to the loader valve;
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Make sure that the hoses are properly fixed prior to use, checking all connections;
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Carry out the checks set out under Section 5 prior to use;
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Protect the pump from freezing over the winter;
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Never leave the pump with the pumped liquid in it when not in use. The continuing
contact of the liquid with the internal parts of the pump when this is not required leads
to a accelerated deterioration of the pump.
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Do not operate at a maximum speed greater than that indicated on the plate attached
to the pump;
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Stop The pump and release the pressure in the circuit before carrying out any
maintenance or checks;
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Keep children and animals away from the pump;
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Do not use liquids at temperatures over 62° C or 145 ° F, or less than 5° C or 40° F;
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Do not remove the pressure accumulator before releasing the pressurised air by
means of the appropriate valve;
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Do not pump:
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Water solutions with density and viscosity greater than water;
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Inflammable liquids or liquefied gases;
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Solutions of chemical products where you are not sure of their compatibility with the
materials from which the pump is made;
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Drinking water;
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All kinds and types of paints;
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Solvents and diluting liquids for paints of all kinds and types;
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All kinds and types of fuels and lubricants;
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Liquids containing granules or solid particles in suspension.
Protect the environment from the liquids contained in the pump.
Collect residues and dispose of them properly. No residue should be released
into the drainage or sewerage system or into the soil.
