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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Many accidents occur every year through careless use of mechanical
equipment. You can avoid hazards associated with high pressure
equipment by always following the safety precautions listed below.
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SHUT DOWN OR DISENGAGE the pump and all accessory equipment before
attempting any type of service. Failure to do this could cause electrical shock or
injury from moving pump parts or components under high pressure. Always
adhere to “Lock Out” and “Tag Out” procedures. For mobile equipment, be sure
engines and hydraulics cannot be accidentally started.
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BLEED OFF ALL PRESSURE to the pump and piping before performing any
maintenance on the pump. Failure to do so may spray water or chemicals at high
pressure or high temperature onto service personnel.
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NEVER OPERATE THE PUMP WITHOUT A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE,
rupture disc, or other type of properly sized over pressure safety device installed.
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ALWAYS USE A PRESSURE GAGE when operating the pump. The pressure
must never exceed the maximum pressure rating of the pump or damage may
occur. This damage can cause leakage or structural damage resulting in injury to
personnel.
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ENSURE THAT NO VALVES ARE PLACED BETWEEN THE PUMP AND
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE. If the pump is started with a closed or restricted
valve in line before the pressure relief valve, the pump may exceed the rated or
design pressure limits and rupture causing injury to personnel.
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USE SHIELDS OR COVERS AROUND PUMPS when pumping hot water,
chemicals, or other hazardous liquids. This precaution can prevent the exposure
of service personnel to these fluids should leakage occur.
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ALWAYS USE GUARDS on all belt drives, couplings, and shafts. Guards can
prevent personnel from becoming entangled and injured by rotating and
reciprocating parts.
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USE EXTREME CAUTION WITH SOLVENTS used to clean or degrease
equipment. Most solvents are highly flammable and toxic. Observe all safety
instructions on packaging.
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FOLLOW NORMAL ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES WHEN fluids, lubricants,
or solvents are disposed of or spilled.
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NEVER MODIFY THE PUMP to perform beyond its rated specifications without
proper authorization in writing from FMC.
