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Instruction Manual
Hydrostatic Test Hand Pumps WAP0070
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Place the equipment on a flat and solid area.
2.
Make sure that all parts are properly tightened and sealed. If necessary, re-seal the threads.
3.
Check the unit for damage. Replace any damage part immediately.
4.
Fill up the tank and ensure the suction tube is completely submerged. Use anticorrosive, antioxidant fluid or a
mixture of water and emulsifiable oil in order to prevent oxide formation inside the machine. If possible, fill the
system with a motor pump.
5.
Connect the tank to the equipment to test with a hose.
6.
Never tighten or loosen connections while they are under pressure.
7.
Do not pressurize the pump without being connected to an item to be pressurized unless a blanking plug is fitted
to the outlet port.
8.
Before starting operation, check that the installation is correct, the operator position is safe and the working zone
is out of bounds to all personnel.
9.
Check that the piston is lubricated and the red handwheel is tightened.
10.
Start pumping auctioning the lever.
11.
The pressure gauge will start moving after some cycles.
12.
Once the desired pressure is reached, check if the test has a successful outcome.
13.
When finishing the test, open the red handwheel to remove the pressure from the system. The fluid will flow
through a drain hole under the tap to the tank.
MAINTENACE
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Regularly grease the pump piston and clean the intake filter and the valve.
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Regularly check unit and hose for damages.
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Use only original spare parts. All repair and maintenance works must be performed only by specialist personnel or
by people familiar with the pump.
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If the pump will be during a long period of time without any activity, lubricate the piston and the internal parts of
the pump inserting an oiler from the outlet union.
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If you decide not to use more the pump, don't let unauthorized people use the unit.
The pump must always be handled and repaired by qualified personnel.
Never exceed the maximum working pressure of the pump.
Ensure that all the equipment and accessories are suitable
for the maximum working pressure.