SPX FLOW Power Team P12 Series Operating Instructions Manual page 4

Safety Precautions Continued
WARNING
:To help prevent personal injury,
Hydraulic hoses and lines
• Before operating the pump, all hose connections must be tightened with the proper tools.
Do not overtighten. Connections should only be tightened securely and leak-free.
Overtightening can cause premature thread failure or high pressure fittings to split at
pressures lower than their rated capacities.
• Should a hydraulic hose ever rupture, burst, or need to be disconnected, immediately shut
off the pump and release all pressure. Never attempt to grasp a leaking pressurized hose
with your hands. The force of escaping hydraulic fluid could cause serious injury.
• Do not subject the hose to potential hazard such as fire, sharp surfaces, extreme heat or
cold, or heavy impact. Do not allow the hose to kink, twist, curl, crush, cut, or bend so tightly
that the fluid flow within the hose is blocked or reduced. Periodically inspect the hose for
wear, because any of these conditions can damage the hose and possibly result in personal
injury. Never repair with tape.
• Do not use the hose to move attached equipment. Stress can damage the hose and possibly
cause personal injury.
• Hose material and coupler seals must be compatible with the hydraulic fluid used. Hoses
also must not come in contact with corrosive materials such as creosote-impregnated
objects and some paints. Hose deterioration due to corrosive materials can result in
personal injury. Consult the manufacturer before painting a hose. Never paint a coupler.
• All components in the hydraulic system must match the maximum pressure rating of the
pump.
Pump
• Do not exceed the hydraulic pressure rating noted on the pump nameplate or tamper with
the internal high pressure relief valve. Creating pressure beyond rated capacities can result
in personal injury.
• Before adding hydraulic fluid, retract the system to prevent overfilling the pump reservoir.
An overfill may cause personal injury due to excess reservoir pressure created when cylin-
ders are retracted.
• The load must be under operator control at all times.
• Do not connect pump to hydraulic system powered by another pump.
Cylinder
• Do not exceed rated capacities of the cylinders. Excess pressure may result in personal
injury.
• Do not set poorly-balanced or off-center loads on a cylinder. The load may tip and cause
personal injury.
• Stay clear of lifted loads and keep others away.
• Extensions are not recommended for lifting applications.
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Rev. 18 May. 26, 2022