Warnings, Cautions & Notices - Versa-Matic E5 Operating Manual

Please read all cautions, warnings and notes
completely before installation and start-up.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser to retain
To prevent static sparking the pump, piping,
valves, and containers must be grounded. Fire
or explosion can occur when handling fl ammable fl uids
and whenever discharge of static electricity is a hazard.
You must check the tightness of all hardware
prior to installation.
Maximum temperature limits are based on
mechanical stress only. Certain chemicals
will signifi cantly reduce maximum safe operating
temperatures. For chemical compatibility and
temperature limits please refer to the Chemical
Resistance Guide.
Check temperature limits for all wetted
components when choosing pump materials.
Temperature limits may vary depending on the material.
The process fl uid and cleaning fl uids must be
chemically compatible with all wetted pump
components. Please refer to the Chemical Resistance
Guide for additional information.
Thoroughly fl ush pump before installing into
process lines. FDA and sanitary approved
pumps should be cleaned or sanitized before use.
Blow out air line for at least 15 seconds
before attaching to pump to make sure that all
debris is removed. Use an in-line air fi lter.
Clamp style pumps fi tted with PTFE or XLTPE
come standard from the factory with expanded
PTFE liquid chamber gaskets. PTFE gaskets cannot
be reused.
Tighten both outer pistons at the same
time to ensure a tight fi t when installing
PTFE diaphragms. See torque settings for additional
details.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS & NOTICES
this manual for reference. Failure to comply with
the recommendations stated in this manual may
damage the pump and void the factory warranty.
WARNINGS
Pump exhaust may contain contaminants that
can cause serious injury. Take precautions
to pipe exhaust away from work area if pumping
chemicals, hazardous or fl ammable materials.
CAUTIONS
Do not exceed the maximum inlet air pressure
as stated on the pump model tag.
Disconnect the compressed air line to the
pump and allow all air pressure to bleed
from pump prior to performing any maintenance
on the pump. Disconnect all intake, discharge and
air lines. Drain the pump and dispose of fl uid into a
suitable container.
All operators of the equipment should
be properly trained to ensure safe working
practices.
Never allow the piping system to be supported
by the pump manifolds or valve housing. These
components are not designed to support structural
weight and pump failure may result..
Noise levels can exceed 85 dBA.
Always wear ear and eye protection when
operating or repairing pumps.
NOTICES
Compressed air should not be applied to
the exhaust port. If this happens the pump will
not function.
Before disassembly of clamp band pumps,
mark a line from each liquid chamber to its
corresponding air chamber. This will ensure proper
alignment when reassembling.
The pump does not require continuous
lubrication.