PA SERIES PUMPS
MR--04835
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SAFETY
hose connections are tight, properly
supported and secure before operation.
Do not remove plates, covers, gauges,
pipe plugs, or fittings from an over-
heated pump. Vapor pressure within the
pump can cause parts being disen-
gaged to be ejected with great force. Al-
low the pump to cool before servicing.
Overheated pumps can cause severe
burns and injuries
,
and produce explo-
sive fumes. If overheating of the pump
occurs:
1. Stop the pump immediately.
2. Ventilate the area.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool.
4. Check the temperature and make
sure it is cool before opening any
covers, plates, gauges, or plugs.
5. Vent the pump slowly and cau-
tiously.
6. Refer to instructions in the manu-
als accompanying the pump be-
fore restarting the pump.
Do not operate the pump without the
guards in place over the rotating parts.
Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth-
ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in-
jury to personnel.
Use
only
replacement parts provided or
approved by Gorman-Rupp. Use of non-
authorized parts may result in damage to
the equipment and/or injury to personnel
and
will
invalidate the warranty.
Make sure the pump is level. Lower jack
stands and chock the wheels, if so
equipped. Use caution when positioning
the skid-mounted unit to prevent damage
to the fuel tank.
Do not operate an internal combustion
engine in an explosive atmosphere.
When operating an internal combustion
engine in an enclosed area, make sure
exhaust fumes are piped to the outside.
These fumes contain carbon monoxide,
a deadly gas that is colorless, tasteless
and odorless.
Fuel used by internal combustion en-
gines presents an extreme explosion
and fire hazard. Make certain that all fuel
lines are securely connected and free of
leaks. Never refuel a hot or running en-
gine. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Al-
ways use the correct type of fuel.
Never tamper with the governor to gain
more power. The governor establishes
safe operating limits that should not be
exceeded. Refer to the pump Perfor-
mance Curve for the maximum continu-
ous operating speed.
