Form V372, Rev. 12
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12/18, ECN4334
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This equipment is intended for installation by technically qualified personnel. Failure to install it in
compliance with national and local electrical codes, building codes and within Vaughan Co.
recommendations may result in electrical shock, personal injury or death, fire hazard, unsatisfactory
performance, and equipment failure. If further assistance is required contact your local representative
or Vaughan Co.
Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference.
Indicates a hazard, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazard, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazard, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or
damage to the equipment.
Indicates special operation or maintenance information.
Isolate the pump hydraulically and electrically before servicing or inspecting pump. Lock out both power
source and isolation valves.
This pump may handle dangerous or contaminated fluids. There are sharp corners, edges and pinch areas
which can cause serious injury. Be careful; wear protective gloves whenever possible. If you cut yourself,
seek medical help immediately to avoid serious infection.
This pump may start automatically if wired to float switches or other equipment. Before inspecting or making
adjustments disconnect electrical power and lock out circuit breakers to pump motor and associated
equipment. Duplex pumps with alternating relays must both be locked out; otherwise the pump you are
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orking on may not be isolated and could start as “the alternate”. Visually confirm that the pump has come to
a complete stop before proceeding.
Motors may be equipped with built-in thermal overloads to shut off the motors in the event the temperature
gets too high (as a result of low voltage, poor ventilation, overloaded lines, etc.) These motors can restart
automatically as the motor cools down. DO NOT work on the pump or motor without first disconnecting and
locking out the power supply.
Enter tanks or pits with extreme caution and only after an instrument check of the pit/tank has been
completed to verify the absence of dangerous gases and the presence of safe levels of oxygen. Never enter a
tank or pit without a safety harness and lifeline, and an air pack. Never enter the pit without rescue personnel
standing by. Follow all national and local requirements for confined space entry.
Keep all pit openings covered when not in use. In addition to the injuries from falling, pits may contain
poisonous gases or liquids.
The pump and nozzle assemblies are to always be lifted using adequate crane and sling capacity. All
applicable safe hoisting practices should be employed. When doing so, rig the load to prevent flipping. Do not
use the motor lifting eyes to lift the assembled pump. Use the motor lifting eyes to lift the detached motor only.
Cast-in lifting eyes are designed for lifting individual pump components or sub-assemblies, not the entire
pump. Only base-mounted lifting eyes may be used to lift a pump and drive assembly.
Lift submersible pump and motor by pump lifting bail only. Lifting by any other parts of this equipment is
dangerous and may damage equipment. Inspect the lifting bail to be sure it is not damaged. Replace
immediately if the bail is weakened in any way.
Do not allow people under the pump or nozzle assembly while it is being lifted.
Pump and nozzle components can be heavy. Proper methods of lifting must be employed to avoid physical
injury and/or equipment damage. Steel toed shoes should be worn at all times.
Do not allow liquid to be trapped in pump or piping between two closed valves. Always drain or vent the
piping/pump between two closed valves. Failure to vent or drain could allow dangerous pressures to build
causing rupture damage resulting in injury, death, and equipment damage.
