Grundfos MTS 140, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Obligations of personnel
• Observe all instructions provided on the pump,
such as the arrow indicating the direction of
rotation and the markings for pipe connections.
• Use personal protective equipment when
carrying out any work on the pump.
• Avoid inappropriate use of pump and
components:
– Do not step on or use them as a climbing aid.
– Do not use them to support boards, ramps or
beams.
– Do not use them as a fixing point for winches or
supports.
– Do not use them for storing paper or similar
materials.
– Do not use hot pump or motor components as
a heating point.
– Do not de-ice using gas burners or similar
tools.
• Do not remove the safety guards protecting
against hot, cold or moving parts during
operation.
• Reinstall the safety equipment on the pump as
required by regulations after any work on the
pump.
1.3.2 Specific hazard
Observe the relevant safety regulations when
handling hazardous pumped liquids (hot, flammable,
poisonous or potentially harmful liquids).
2. Receiving the product
2.1 Delivery
1. Unpack the pump on delivery and inspect it for
transport damage.
2. Report any transport damage to the
manufacturer immediately.
3. Dispose of packaging material according to local
regulations.
2.2 Handling the product
• Use lifting gear designed for carrying the total
weight to be transported.
• Fasten the lifting gear as shown in fig. 1 and fig.
2 .
• For vertical lifting, provide a safety rope between
the hook and the motor eyebolt.
• Never fasten the lifting gear to the motor eyebolt,
unless used as a safety precaution against
tipping over (especially relevant for units with a
high centre of gravity).
• Do not stand under suspended loads.
Fig. 1 Vertical lifting
Fig. 2 Horizontal lifting
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