1.4 General precautions
WARNING:
A pump is a pressure vessel with rotating parts that can be hazardous. Hazardous fluids may
be contained by the pump including high temperature, flammable, acidic, caustic, explosive,
and other risks. Operators and maintenance personnel must realize this and follow safety
measures. Personal injuries will result if procedures outlined in this manual are not followed.
ITT Goulds Pumps will not accept responsibility for physical injury, damage or delays caused
by a failure to observe the instructions in this manual and the IOM provided with your equip-
ment.
Table 1: General Precautions
WARNING
NEVER APPLY HEAT TO REMOVE IMPELLER. It may explode due to trapped liquid.
WARNING
NEVER use heat to disassemble pump due to risk of explosion from tapped liquid.
WARNING
NEVER operate pump without coupling guard correctly installed.
WARNING
NEVER run pump below recommended minimum flow when dry, or without prime.
WARNING
ALWAYS lock out power to the driver before performing pump maintenance.
WARNING
NEVER operate pump without safety devices installed.
WARNING
NEVER operate pump with discharge valve closed.
WARNING
NEVER operate pump with suction valve closed.
WARNING
DO NOT change service application without approval of an authorized ITT Goulds
Pumps representative.
WARNING
Safety Apparel:
•
Insulated work gloves when handling hot bearings or using bearing heater
•
Heavy work gloves when handling parts with sharp edges, especially impellers
•
Safety glasses (with side shields) for eye protection
•
Steel-toed shoes for foot protection when handling parts, heavy tools, etc.
•
Other personal protective equipment to protect against hazardous/toxic fluids
WARNING
Receiving:
Assembled pumping units and their components are heavy. Failure to properly lift and
support equipment can result in serious physical injury and/or equipment damage. Lift
equipment only at specifically identified lifting points or as instructed in the current IOM.
Current manuals are available at www.gouldspumps.com/literature_ioms.html or from
your local ITT Goulds Pumps sales representative. Note: Lifting devices (eyebolts,
slings, spreaders, etc.) must be rated, selected, and used for the entire load being lifted.
1.4 General precautions
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