Goulds Pumps 3935 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions page 6

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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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
equipment.
NEVER APPLY HEAT TO REMOVE IMPELLER. It may explode due to
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trapped liquid.
NEVER use heat to disassemble pump due to risk of explosion from tapped liquid.
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WARNING NEVER operate pump without coupling guard correctly installed.
NEVER run pump below recommended minimum flow when dry, or without
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prime.
ALWAYS lock out power to the driver before performing pump maintenance.
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WARNING NEVER operate pump without safety devices installed.
WARNING NEVER operate pump with discharge valve closed.
NEVER operate pump with suction valve closed.
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DO NOT change service application without approval of an authorized ITT
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Goulds Pumps representative.
Safety Apparel:
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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
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instructed in the current IOM. Current manuals are available at
www.gouldspumps.com/literature_ioms.html
Pumps sales representative. Note: Lifting devices (eyebolts, slings, spreaders, etc.)
must be rated, selected, and used for the entire load being lifted.
Alignment:
Shaft alignment procedures must be followed to prevent catastrophic failure of
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drive components or unintended contact of rotating parts. Follow coupling
manufacturer's coupling installation and operation procedures.
General Precautions
 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
or from your local ITT Goulds
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