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If the pump or motor is damaged or leaking, electric shock, fire, explosion, liberation of
toxic fumes, physical harm, or environmental damage may result. Do not operate the unit
until the problem has been corrected or repaired.
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Risk of serious personal injury or property damage. Dry running may cause rotating parts
within the pump to seize to non-moving parts. Do not run dry.
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Risk of death, serious personal injury, and property damage. Heat and pressure buildup
can cause explosion, rupture, and discharge of pumpage. Never operate the pump with
suction and/or discharge valves closed.
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Running a pump without safety devices exposes operators to risk of serious personal in-
jury or death. Never operate a unit unless appropriate safety devices (guards, etc.) are
properly installed. See specific information about safety devices in other sections of this
manual.
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Before proceeding, after alignment is complete, make sure that the coupling guard provid-
ed by the manufacturer is properly reinstalled. Guards must not be removed while the
pump is operational. Always follow lock out - tag out procedures.
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Never operate the pump if a strainer is clogged.
CAUTION:
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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.
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When the pump is handling hazardous liquids, care must be taken to avoid exposure to
the liquid by following proper safety precautions, limiting personnel access, and by opera-
tor training. If the liquid is flammable and/or explosive, strict safety procedures must be
applied.
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Gland packing must not be used when wetted with hazardous liquids.
1.2.1 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:
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Personal accidents and health problems
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Damage to the product
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Product malfunction
Hazard levels
Hazard level
Indication
DANGER:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or seri-
ous injury
WARNING:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury
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