WARNING
TOXIC FLUID HAZARD
Hazardous fluid or toxic fumes can cause serious injury or death if splashed in the eyes or on the skin, inhaled, or swallowed.
DKnow the specific hazards of the fluid you are using.
DStore hazardous fluid in an approved container. Dispose of hazardous fluid according to all local, state and national guidelines.
DAlways wear protective eyewear, gloves, clothing and respirator as recommended by the fluid and solvent manufacturer.
DPipe and dispose of the exhaust air safely, away from people, animals, and food handling areas. If the diaphragm fails, the fluid is exhausted along with the air.
DNever use an acetal pump to pump acids. Take precautions to avoid acid or acid fumes from contacting the pump housing exterior. Stainless steel parts will be damaged by exposure to acid spills and fumes.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Improper grounding, poor ventilation, open flames or sparks can cause a hazardous condition and result in a fire or explosion and serious injury.
DCharge the surge suppressor with compressed air or nitrogen only. Do not use oxygen. Such use could result in an explosion.
DNever pump flammable fluids with polypropylene units.
DGround the equipment. Refer to Grounding on pages 4 and 5.
DNever use a polypropylene pump or surge suppressor with
DIf there is any static sparking or you feel an electric shock while using this equipment, stop pump- ing immediately. Do not use the equipment until you identify and correct the problem.
DProvide fresh air ventilation to avoid the buildup of flammable fumes from solvents or the fluid being pumped.
DPipe and dispose of the exhaust air safely, away from all sources of ignition.
DKeep the work area free of debris, including solvent, rags, and gasoline.
DElectrically disconnect all equipment in the work area.
DExtinguish all open flames or pilot lights in the work area.
DDo not smoke in the work area.
DDo not turn on or off any light switch in the work area while operating or if fumes are present.
DDo not operate a gasoline engine in the work area.
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