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Running a pump without safety devices exposes operators to risk of serious personal in-
jury or death. Never operate a unit unless appropriate safety devices (guards, etc.) are
properly installed. See specific information about safety devices in other sections of this
manual.
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Risk of death, serious personal injury, and property damage. Heat and pressure buildup
can cause explosion, rupture, and discharge of pumpage. Never operate the pump with
suction and/or discharge valves closed.
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Never operate the pump with the suction valve closed.
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Precautions must be taken to prevent physical injury. The pump may handle hazardous
and/or toxic fluids. Proper personal protective equipment should be worn. Pumpage must
be handled and disposed of in conformance with applicable environmental regulations.
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If the pump or motor is damaged or leaking, electric shock, fire, explosion, liberation of
toxic fumes, physical harm, or environmental damage may result. Do not operate the unit
until the problem has been corrected or repaired.
CAUTION:
Risk of injury and/or property damage. Operating a pump in an inappropriate application can
cause over pressurization, overheating, and/or unstable operation. Do not change the service
application without the approval of an authorized ITT representative.
1.2.1 Safety terminology and symbols
About safety messages
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow the safety messages and regulations
carefully before handling the product. They are published to help prevent these hazards:
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Personal accidents and health problems
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Damage to the product
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Product malfunction
Hazard levels
Hazard level
Indication
DANGER:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury
WARNING:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury
CAUTION:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury
NOTICE:
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A potential situation which, if not avoided, could result in unde-
sirable conditions
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A practice not related to personal injury
Hazard categories
Hazard categories can either fall under hazard levels or let specific symbols replace the ordinary hazard
level symbols.
1.2 Safety
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