Introduction and Safety
Model API 3171 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
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CAUTION:
Risk of injury and/or property damage. Operating a pump in an inappropriate application can
cause over pressurization, overheating, and/or unstable operation. Do not change the service
application without the approval of an authorized ITT representative.
Safety terminology and symbols
About safety messages
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow the safety messages and
regulations carefully before handling the product. They are published to help prevent these
hazards:
• Personal accidents and health problems
• Damage to the product
• Product malfunction
Hazard levels
Hazard level
Indication
DANGER:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury
WARNING:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury
CAUTION:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury
NOTICE:
• A potential situation which, if not avoided,
could result in undesirable conditions
• A practice not related to personal injury
Hazard categories
Hazard categories can either fall under hazard levels or let specific symbols replace the
ordinary hazard level symbols.
Electrical hazards are indicated by the following specific symbol:
Electrical Hazard:
These are examples of other categories that can occur. They fall under the ordinary hazard
levels and may use complementing symbols:
• Crush hazard
• Cutting hazard
• Arc flash hazard
The Ex symbol
The Ex symbol indicates safety regulations for Ex-approved products when used in
atmospheres that are potentially explosive or flammable.
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