Document P/N: 2P136539
Release Date: 05/25/2017
Revision: F
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Most SPM
®
products generate, control, or direct pressurized fluids; therefore, it is critical that those who work
with these products be thoroughly trained in their proper application and safe handling. It is also critical that
these products be used and maintained properly!
WARNING
: DO NOT HANDLE, LIFT, INSTALL, OPERATE, OR MAINTAIN THIS WELL SERVICE PUMP
WITHOUT READING THIS “WELL SERVICE PLUNGER PUMP SERVICE MANUAL” THOROUGHLY.
TRAINING IN THESE DOCUMENTS IS A MUST FOR PACKAGERS, OPERATIONS, AND MAINTENANCE
PERSONNEL. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN LEAD TO
SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH
, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE,
PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR DAMAGE TO THE ENVIRONMENT
.
WARNING
: MISUSE, SIDE LOADING, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, OR DISASSEMBLY UNDER PRESSURE
CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
The following information is given in good faith and should aid in the safe use of your SPM
®
products. This
information is not meant to replace existing company safety policies or practices.
Hot Surfaces: A SPM
®
well service pump is capable of pumping fluids with temperatures up to 65°C/150°F with
normal trim. The power end of the pump can be operated at temperatures up to 79°C/175°F. All components
have a maximum surface temperature of 100°C (212°F) with a maximum proppant temperature of 80°C (176°F)
It is the responsibility of the packager to provide adequate guarding around the fluid end as well as the inlet and
discharge piping to protect against burn injury.
A SPM
®
well service pump operates at very high pressure and features some external moving parts. It is the
customer's responsibility to provide adequate warning and protection for personnel for when the unit is
operated.
All images and drawings shown in this document are for representation and illustration purposes only. They
don’t reflect the actual part/component.
The bill of materials and part numbers in this document can change without notification. For details contact Weir
Oil & Gas.
Personal Responsibilities:
1. When working on the pump, safety glasses, approved safety shoes, gloves, and hard hat must be worn.
Fall prevention and protection should be in place when working on the pump in raised areas. Surfaces
can become slippery when servicing the pump. Hammering on any part or component may cause
foreign material or steel pieces to become airborne.
2. Personnel should only hammer on the SPM
®
hammer wrench provided and never directly on the pump
itself. Fractures can occur from repeated misuse. Only soft-type hammers should be used.
3. Personnel should never hammer on one of the valve retainer nuts or any other pump components when
any pressure is present.
4. When servicing the pump, do not manually lift any part in excess of 40 pounds. A lift device must be
used in these cases. For parts weighting 40 pounds or less, proper leg type lifts are essential. Do not
lift with a back type lift.
SPM
®
PRODUCT SAFETY GUIDE FOR WELL SERVICE PUMPS
