Ingersoll-Rand PF20R-X-B manual Operating and Safety Precautions

OPERATING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW THIS INFORMATION TO AVOID INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE		HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
				WARNING	EXPLOSION HAZARD. Models containing alumi-
STATIC SPARK		HAZARDOUS PRESSURE
				num wetted parts cannot be used with III.-Trichloroethane, Me-
				thylene Chloride or other Halogenated Hydrocarbon solvents
	EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE. Can cause person-			which may react and explode.
WARNING
			S Check pump motor section, fluid caps, manifolds and all
al injury, pump damage or property damage.
S Do not exceed the maximum inlet air pressure as stated on the				wetted parts to assure compatibility before using with solvents
pump model plate.				of this type.
S Be sure material hoses and other components are able to with-				WARNING	MISAPPLICATION HAZARD. Do not use models
stand fluid pressures developed by this pump. Check all hoses				containing	aluminum wetted parts with food products for hu-
for damage or wear. Be certain dispensing device is clean and				man consumption. Plated parts can contain trace amounts of
in proper working condition.				lead.
WARNING	STATIC SPARK. Can cause explosion resulting in			CAUTION		Verify the chemical compatibility of the pump
severe injury	or death. Ground pump and pumping system.			wetted parts	and the substance being pumped, flushed or re-
S Use the pump grounding screw terminal provided. Use ARO				circulated. Chemical compatibility may change with tempera-
part no. 66885-1 ground kit or connect a suitable ground wire				ture and concentration of the chemical(s) within the
(12 ga. min.) to a good earth ground source.				substances being pumped, flushed or circulated. For specific
S Secure pump, connections and all contact points to avoid				fluid compatibility, consult the chemical manufacturer.
vibration and generation of contact or static spark.						Maximum temperatures are based on mechani-
				CAUTION
S Consult local building codes and electrical codes for specific
				cal stress only. Certain chemicals will significantly reduce
grounding requirements.				maximum safe operating temperature. Consult the chemical
S After grounding, periodically verify continuity of electrical path
				manufacturer for chemical compatibility and temperature lim-
to ground. Test with an ohmmeter from each component (e.g.,				its. Refer to PUMP DATA on page 1 of this manual.
hoses, pump, clamps, container, spray gun, etc.) to ground to
				CAUTION		Be certain all operators of this equipment have
insure continuity. Ohmmeter should show 0.1 ohms or less.
				been trained for safe working practices, understand it’s limita-
S Submerse the outlet hose end, dispensing valve or device in
				tions, and wear safety goggles / equipment when required.
the material being dispensed if possible. (Avoid free streaming
				CAUTION	Do not use the pump for the structural support of
of material being dispensed.)
S Use hoses incorporating a static wire.				the piping system. Be certain the system components are
S Use proper ventilation.				properly supported to prevent stress on the pump parts.
S Keep inflammables away from heat, open flames and sparks.			S Suction and discharge connections should be flexible connec-
S Keep containers closed when not in use.				tions (such as hose), not rigid piped, and should be compatible
				with the substance being pumped.
WARNING	Pump exhaust may contain contaminants. Can
	injury. Pipe exhaust away from work area and per-			CAUTION		Prevent unnecessary damage to the pump. Do
cause severe
sonnel.				not allow pump to operate when out of material for long periods
S In the event of a diaphragm rupture, material can be forced out				of time.
of the air exhaust muffler.			S Disconnect air line from pump when system sits idle for long
S Pipe the exhaust to a safe remote location when pumping haz-				periods of time.
ardous or inflammable materials.				CAUTION	Use only genuine ARO replacement parts to as-
S Use a grounded 1” minimum i.d. hose between the pump and				sure compatible pressure rating and longest service life.
the muffler.
				NOTICE		Replacement warning labels are available upon
WARNING	HAZARDOUS PRESSURE. Can result in serious			request: “Static Spark & Diaphragm Rupture” pn \ 94080.
injury or property damage. Do not service or clean pump,
hoses or dispensing valve while the system is pressurized.
						= Hazards or unsafe practices which could
S Disconnect air supply line and relieve pressure from the sys-
				WARNING
tem by opening dispensing valve or device and / or carefully						result in severe personal injury, death or
and slowly loosening and removing outlet hose or piping from						substantial property damage.
pump.						= Hazards or unsafe practices which could
				CAUTION
WARNING	HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Can cause serious in-					result in minor personal injury, product or
jury or property damage. Do not attempt to return a pump to the						property damage.
factory or service center that contains hazardous material.						= Important installation, operation or main-
				NOTICE
Safe handling practices must comply with local and national						tenance information.
laws and safety code requirements.

SObtain Material Safety Data Sheets on all materials from the

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