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Helmet
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Safety goggles (with side shields)
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Protective shoes
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Protective gloves
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Gas mask
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Hearing protection
The work area
Observe these regulations and warnings in the work area:
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Always keep the work area clean.
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Pay attention to the risks presented by gas and vapors in the work area.
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Avoid all electrical dangers. Pay attention to the risks of electric shock or arc flash hazards.
Noise
WARNING:
Sound pressure levels may exceed 80 dbA in operating process plants. Clear visual warnings
or other indicators should be available to those entering an area with unsafe noise levels. Per-
sonnel should wear appropriate hearing protection when working on or around any equipment,
including pumps. Consider limiting personnel’s exposure time to noise or, where possible, en-
closing equipment to reduce noise. Local law may provide specific guidance regarding expo-
sure of personnel to noise and when noise exposure reduction is required.
Temperature
WARNING:
Equipment and piping surfaces may exceed 130ºF (54ºC) in operating process plants. Clear
visual warnings or other indicators should alert personnel to surfaces that may reach a poten-
tially unsafe temperature. Do not touch hot surfaces. Allow pumps operating at a high tempera-
ture to cool sufficiently before performing maintenance. If touching a hot surface cannot be
avoided, personnel should wear appropriate gloves, clothing, and other protective gear as nec-
essary. Local law may provide specific guidance regarding exposure of personnel to unsafe
temperatures.
Product and product positioning requirements
Observe these requirements for the product and the product positioning:
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Never operate a pump unless safety devices are installed.
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Never start a pump without the proper submergence .
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Never run a pump below the minimum rated flow or with the discharge valve closed.
Electrical connections regulations
Electrical connections must be made by certified electricians in compliance with all international, nation-
al, state, and local regulations.
Observe these guidelines and warnings for electrical connections:
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Make sure that the product is isolated from the power supply and cannot be energized by mistake.
This guideline also applies to the control circuit.
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Make sure that the thermal contacts are connected to a protection circuit according to the product
approvals, and that they are in use.
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