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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: When using PVC pipe or any static enhancing material for exhaust
piping, make provisions to safeguard against arcing from static electricity.
Arcing can ignite oil vapor that may be present.
CAUTION: Do not operate the pump without the belt guard properly attached.
Operating the pump without the belt guard secured in place exposes people in
the vicinity of the pump to risk from rotating drive parts.
CAUTION: Do not operate this pump in oxygen service. Oxygen service is
defined as any application which has a process gas concentration that exceeds
20%. Pumping oxygen enriched gases with mineral oil or other non-inert fluids
can cause an explosion in the pump, resulting in damage or injury.
CAUTION: Take precautions to avoid prolonged or excessive exposure to oil
mist or process materials from the discharge of the pump. Do not discharge the
pump into a closed room or a room without adequate ventilation. Always use a
discharge oil mist eliminator unless the pump discharge is vented to the open
air. Venting the outlet to open air is highly recommended
CAUTION: Disconnect the pump from the electrical supply at the main
disconnect before dismantling or servicing the pump.
CAUTION: Lift only with the lifting eyebolts supplied with the pump. Do not lift
equipment attached to the pump with the eyebolts supplied.
CAUTION: Do not restrict the pump discharge line in any way, or place any
valves in the discharge line. Excessive pressure build-up could cause damage
or injury.
CAUTION: Do not touch hot surfaces on the pump. In normal operation at
low pressures surface temperatures will not normally exceed 160 Degree F.
Prolonged operation at 200 torr may cause surface temperatures up to 200
Degree F.
