F-1031, Section 4212
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Safety Information
Please read through the safety information and operating instructions carefully before using your Waterous Fire Pump.
WARNING
Packing Gland and Pump Body Temperature Hazard. May result in
serious burns.
Heat is dissipated through the cross-section of the packing, transferring
the heat to the packing gland and pump body.
WARNING
Scalding Water Hazard. May result in serious burns.
When operating the pump, be sure to open at least one discharge valve
slightly to prevent the pump from overheating. If the pump runs for a few
minutes completely closed, it may heat the water enough to scald
some•
one when the valve is opened. Overheating can damage the packing,
seals and other pump parts. If the apparatus builder has installed a by-
pass system or other provision designed to prevent overheating, opening a
discharge valve may be unnecessary.
WARNING
Rotating Parts Hazard or Unexpected Truck Movement. May result in
seri•
ous personal injury or death.
Stop the engine, set parking brake and chock the wheels before going under
the truck to adjust packing or to check packing gland temperature.
WARNING
Pressure Hazard. May result in personal injury.
Prior to connection or removal of hoses, caps or other closures with pump
intake or pump discharge connections, relieve pressure by opening drains
or bleeder valves. Bleeder valves should also be used while filling a hose
connected to an intake with water.
WARNING
Unexpected Truck Movement. May result in serious personal injury
or death.
Failure to properly shift transmission in accordance to the transmission
operating instructions may result in unexpected truck movement which
may result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING
Death or serious personal injury might occur if proper operating procedures
are not followed. The pump operator, as well as individuals connecting
supply or discharge hoses to the apparatus must be familiar with these
pump operating instructions as well as other operating instructions and
manuals for the apparatus, water hydraulics and component limitation.