ITT Goulds Pumps AF, Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

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S-6
General Precautions
WARNING
Ensure pump is isolated from system and pressure is relieved before
disassembling pump, removing plugs, opening vent or drain valves, or
disconnecting piping.
WARNING
Shutdown, Disassembly, and Reassembly:
Pump components can be heavy. Proper methods of lifting must be employed to
avoid physical injury and/or equipment damage. Steel toed shoes must be worn at
all times.
WARNING
The pump may handle hazardous and/or toxic fluids. Observe proper
decontamination procedures. Proper personal protective equipment should be
worn. Precautions must be taken to prevent physical injury. Pumpage must be
handled and disposed of in conformance with applicable environmental
regulations.
WARNING
Operator must be aware of pumpage and safety precautions to prevent physical
injury.
WARNING Lock out driver power to prevent accidental startup and physical injury.
CAUTION
Allow all system and pump components to cool before handling them to prevent
physical injury.
CAUTION
If pump is a Model NM3171, NM3196, 3198, 3298, V3298, SP3298, 4150, 4550,
or 3107, there may be a risk of static electric discharge from plastic parts that are
not properly grounded. If pumped fluid is non-conductive, pump should be
drained and flushed with a conductive fluid under conditions that will not allow
for a spark to be released to the atmosphere.
WARNING
Never apply heat to remove an impeller. The use of heat may cause an explosion
due to trapped fluid, resulting in severe physical injury and property damage.
CAUTION
Wear heavy work gloves when handling impellers as sharp edges may cause
physical injury.
CAUTION
Wear insulated gloves when using a bearing heater. Bearings will get hot and can
cause physical injury.