Important Safety Instructions - Greenlee 940-PS Operation, Service And Parts Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not connect the pump to any system or
system component other than those supplied by
Greenlee and rated at less than 10,000 psi
(68,950 kPa).
• Do not alter the internal high-pressure relief
valve setting.
• Do not use this pump in a hazardous environment.
Hazards include open flame and flammable liquids
or gases.
Failure to observe these warnings will result in
severe injury or death.
Electric shock hazard:
• Do not expose power tools to rain.
• Do not immerse the pendant
switch in water or other liquid.
Skin Injection Hazard:
High pressure oil easily punctures
skin causing serious injury, gangrene
or death. If injured seek medical help
immediately to remove oil.
Do not use fingers or hands to
check for leaks.
Depressurize hydraulic system
before disconnecting the hose.
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Greenlee Textron / Subsidiary of Textron Inc.
940-PS Series Hydraulic Power Pumps
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Inspect pump, hoses, couplers and fittings for wear
or damage. Replace worn, damaged or missing
components with Greenlee replacement parts.
• Do not twist, kink, curl, paint or cut the
hydraulic hoses.
• Wear eye protection when operating this
equipment.
• Disconnect the pump from the power supply,
rotate the release valve lever to AUTO RELEASE,
and disconnect the hose from the ram and the
pump before performing any service.
Failure to observe these warnings could result in
severe injury or death.
• The pump is heavy, weighing up to 75 lbs. Follow
NIOSH work practices for manual lifting. If in
doubt, get help.
• Unplug pump when not in use and when changing
accessories.
• Do not use the hose to pull, lift, or carry the
equipment.
• Always work in an area providing good footing
and support.
• Keep work area well-lit, free of clutter, and dry.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in
injury or property damage.
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