OM-03989
RS AND RD SERIES PUMPS
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SAFETY
SAFETY - SECTION A
The following information applies
throughout this manual to Gorman‐
Rupp RS and RD Roto‐Prime
r
Series
basic pumps.
Because pump installations are seldom
identical, this manual cannot possibly
provide detailed instructions and pre
cautions for each specific application.
Therefore, it is the owner/installer's re
sponsibility to ensure that applications
not addressed in this manual are per
formed only after establishing that nei
ther operator safety nor pump integrity
are compromised by the installation.
Before attempting to install, operate, or
service this pump, familiarize yourself
with this manual, and with all other liter
ature shipped with the pump. Unfamil
iarity with all aspects of pump operation
covered in this manual could lead to de
struction of equipment, injury, or death
to personnel.
Before attempting to open or service the
pump:
1. Familiarize yourself with this man
ual.
2. Shut off the incoming power to the
motor and lock it out, or take other
action to ensure that the pump will
remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool
if overheated.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates, or
plugs.
5. Close the suction and discharge
valves.
6. Vent the pump slowly and cau
tiously.
7. Drain the pump.
This pump is designed to handle petro
leum products or other similar hydro
carbon liquids. Do not attempt to pump
water, corrosive materials, or
any liq
uids which may damage the pump or en
danger personnel as a result of pump
failure.
This pump is designed to be used with
volatile and/or flammable liquids; be
certain proper safety practices are fol
lowed before operating or servicing the
pump. Provide adequate ventilation,
prohibit smoking, wear static‐resistant
clothing and shoes. Clean up all fuel
spills immediately after occurrence.
Do not operate the pump against a
closed discharge valve for long periods
of time. If operated against a closed dis
charge valve, pump components will
deteriorate, and the liquid could come
to a boil, build pressure, and cause the
pump casing to rupture or explode.
