Xylem Bell & Gossett Technologic IPC Quick Start Up Manual page 5

Technologic IPC Start-Up Genie
Safety equipment
Use safety equipment according to the company
regulations. Use this safety equipment within the
work area:
• Hard hat
• Safety goggles, preferably with side shields
• Protective shoes
• Protective gloves
• Gas mask
• Hearing protection
• First-aid kit
• Safety devices
NOTICE:
Never operate a unit unless safety devices are
installed. Also see specific information about safety
devices in other chapters of this manual.
Electrical connections
Electrical connections must be made by certified
electricians in compliance with all international,
national, state, and local regulations. For more
information about requirements, see sections dealing
specifically with electrical connections in the manual.
See QR code on front page for more information.
Precautions before work
Observe these safety precautions before you work
with the product or are in connection with the
product:
• Provide a suitable barrier around the work area,
for example, a guard rail.
• Make sure that all safety guards are in place and
secure.
• Make sure that you have a clear path of retreat.
• Make sure that the product cannot roll or fall over
and injure people or damage property.
• Make sure that the lifting equipment is in good
condition.
• Use a lifting harness, a safety line, and a breathing
device as required.
• Allow all system and pump components to cool
before you handle them.
• Make sure that the product has been thoroughly
cleaned.
• Disconnect and lock out power before you service
the pump.
• Check the explosion risk before you weld or use
electric hand tools.
Precautions during work
Observe these safety precautions when you work
with the product or are in connection with the
product:
• Never work alone.
• Always wear protective clothing and hand
protection.
• Stay clear of suspended loads.
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• Always lift the product by its lifting device.
• Beware of the risk of a sudden start if the product is
used with an automatic level control.
• Beware of the starting jerk, which can be powerful.
• Rinse the components in water after you
disassemble the pump.
• Do not exceed the maximum working pressure of
the pump.
• Do not open any vent or drain valve or remove
any plugs while the system is pressurized. Make
sure that the pump is isolated from the system and
that pressure is relieved before you disassemble the
pump, remove plugs, or disconnect piping.
• Never operate a pump without a properly installed
coupling guard.
1.3.1 Wash the skin and eyes
Follow these procedures for chemicals or hazardous
fluids that have come into contact with your eyes or
your skin:
Condition Action
Chemicals or 1. Hold your eyelids apart
hazardous
fluids in eyes 2. Rinse the eyes with
3. Seek medical attention.
Chemicals or 1. Remove contaminated
hazardous
fluids on skin 2. Wash the skin with soap
3. Seek medical attention,
1.4 Protecting the environment
Emissions and waste disposal
Observe the local regulations and codes regarding:
• Reporting of emissions to the appropriate
authorities
• Sorting, recycling and disposal of solid or liquid
waste
• Clean-up of spills
Exceptional sites
CAUTION: Radiation Hazard
Do NOT send the product to Xylem if it has
been exposed to nuclear radiation, unless
Xylem has been informed and appropriate
actions have been agreed
upon.
forcibly with your fingers.
eyewash or running water
for at least 15 minutes.
clothing.
and water for at least
1 minute.
if necessary.
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