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HAZARDOUS FLUIDS
Improper handling of hazardous fluids or inhaling toxic vapors can cause extremely serious injury or death
from splashing in the eyes, ingestion, or bodily contamination. Observe all the following precautions when
you handle hazardous or potentially hazardous fluids.
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Know what fluid you are pumping and its specific hazards. Take precautions to avoid a toxic fluid spill.
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Always wear appropriate clothing and equipment, such as eye protection and breathing apparatus, to
protect yourself.
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Store hazardous fluid in an appropriate, approved container. Dispose of it according to all Local, State,
and Federal guidelines for hazardous fluids.
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Secure the fluid outlet hose tightly into the receiving container to prevent it from coming loose and
improperly draining the fluid.
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Pipe and dispose of the exhaust air safely, away from people, animals, and food handling areas. If the
diaphragm fails, the fluid is exhausted along with the air. See
Air Exhaust Ventilation
on page 4.
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Use static wire hoses when pumping flammables.
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Keep containers closed when not in use.
WARNING
CAUTION
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Verify the chemical compatibility of the pump wetted parts and the substance being pumped, flushed or
recirculated. Chemical compatibility may change with temperature and concentration of the chemical(s)
within the substance being pumped, flushed or recirculated.
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The pump should not be used for the structural support of the piping system. Be certain system compo-
nents are properly supported to prevent stress on the pump parts.
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Do not allow pump to operate dry for long periods of time; this may cause unnecessary wear or damage
to the pump.
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Maximum temperature limits are based upon mechanical stress only. Certain chemicals will significantly
reduce maximum safe operating temperatures. Consult Graymills for chemical compatibility and temper-
ature limits.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
United States Government safety standards have been adopted under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. You should
consult these standards—particularly the General Standards, Part 1910, and the Construction Standards, Part 1926.
