Neptune 7000 Series, Installation Operation & Maintenance

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WARNING
Please read thoroughly before installation, operation or maintenance of any Neptune pump
EQUIPMENT MISUSE HAZARD
Equipment misuse can cause the equipment to rupture, malfunction and result in serious injury.
• This equipment is for professional use only.
• Read all instruction manuals, tags and labels before operating the equipment.
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Use the equipment only for its intended use.
• Do not alter or modify this equipment.
• Be certain all operators of this equipment have been trained for safe working practices,
understand its limitations and wear safety goggles and or equipment when required
• Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of the system as mentioned on the pump tag.
• Do not use the pump head or the suction or discharge piping to pull the equipment.
• Do not move pressurized pump.
• Use fluids or cleaning agents for cleaning that are compatible with the pump parts. Read the
fluid and cleaning agent manufacturer’s warning and also refer to the material compatibility
chart.
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Comply with all applicable local, state and national safety regulations.
• Do not allow the pump to run dry for long periods.
PRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Spray from leaks, ruptured components can splash fluid in eyes or on skin and cause serious injury.
Leaks from ruptured components • • • • • •
• Shut off the pump and depressurize before performing any maintenance.
• Do not tamper with or perform unspecified alteration of the device.
• Use only pipes, hoses and hose fittings rated for maximum rated pressure of the pump or the
pressure at which the pressure relief valve is set at.
• Always wear protective clothing, face shield, safety glasses and gloves when working on or
near the metering pump.
• Additional precautions should be taken depending on the solution being pumped. Refer to
SDS precautions from your solution supplier.
• Do not stop or deflect fluid leaks with your hands, body, gloves or rags.
• Tighten all fluid connections before operating the equipment.
• Replace worn damaged or loose parts immediately.
• Before performing any maintenance requiring pump head and or valve (wetting parts)
disassembly, be sure to relieve pressure from the piping system and where hazardous process
chemicals are present.
• Make the pump safe to handle for individuals and the environment by leaning and
chemically neutralizing the pump when appropriate.
• Wear protective clothing and use proper tools as appropriate to avoid any injury.