2 Safety
All warnings in the manual are summarised on this page.
Pay special attention to the instructions below in order to avoid severe personal injury and/or damage to the pump.
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Safety precautions
Installation:
Always read the technical data carefully. (See chapter 6.1 Technical data)
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Always use a lifting crane when handling the pump.
Always remove the air screw and impeller before checking the direction of rotation.
Never start the pump if the impeller and air screw are fitted and the pump casing is removed.
Operation:
Always read the technical data carefully. (See chapter 6.1 Technical data)
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Never touch the pump or the pipelines when pumping hot liquids or when sterilising.
Never run the pump when both the suction side and the pressure side are blocked.
Never run the pump when partially installed or not fully assembled.
Necessary precautions must be taken if leakage occurs as this can lead to hazardous situations.
Always handle lye and acid with great care.
Never use the pump for products not listed in the Alfa Laval pump selection program.
The Alfa Laval pump selection program can be acquired from your local Alfa Laval sales company.
Maintenance:
Always read the technical data carefully. (See chapter 6.1 Technical data)
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Never service the pump when it is hot.
Never service the pump if pressurised.
Always use genuine spare parts from Alfa Laval.
Motors with grease nipples:
Remember to perform lubrication in accordance with the information plate/label on the motor.
Always disconnect the power supply when servicing the pump.
Transportation:
Transportation of the pump or the pump unit:
Never lift or elevate in any way other than that described in this manual
Always drain the pump head and accessories of any liquid
Always ensure that lubricants are not able to leak
Always transport the pump in an upright position
Always ensure that the unit is securely fixed during transportation
Always use the original packaging or similar during transportation
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