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SAFETY FIRST!
Please Read This Before Installing Or Operating Pump. This information is provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this information, observe the following symbols:
IMPORTANT! Warns about hazards that can result in personal injury or Indicates factors concerned with assembly, installation, operation, or maintenance which
could result in damage to the machine or equipment if ignored.
CAUTION ! Warns about hazards that can or will cause minor personal injury or property damage if ignored. Used with symbols below.
WARNING ! Warns about hazards that can or will cause serious personal injury, death, or major property damage if ignored. Used with symbols below.
WARNING ! Do not pump hazardous materials (flammable, caustic, etc.) unless the pump is specifically designed and designated to handle them.
CAUTION ! Do not block or restrict discharge hose, as discharge hose may whip under pressure.
WARNING ! Do not wear loose clothing that may become entangled in moving parts.
WARNING ! Keep clear of suction and discharge openings. DO NOT insert fingers in pump with power connected.
Always wear eye protection when working on pumps.
Hazardous fluids can cause fire or explosions, burns or death could result.
Toxic Fumes - Breathing can cause nausea, fainting or death.
Biohazard can cause serious personal injury.
Rotating machinery Amputation or severe laceration can result.
Extremely hot - Severe burns can occur on contact.
Hazardous pressure
Eruptions or explosions could cause personal injury or property damage
Hazardous voltage can shock, burn or cause death.
Eye protection required
Make sure lifting handles are securely fastened each time before lifting. DO NOT operate pump without safety devices in place. Always replace safety devices that have been removed during service or repair. Secure the pump in its operating position so it can not tip over, fall or slide.
DO NOT exceed manufacturers recommendation for maximum performance, as this could cause the motor to overheat.
DO NOT remove cord and strain relief. DO NOT connect conduit to pump.
Only qualified personnel should install, operate and repair pump. Any wiring of pumps should be performed by a qualified electrician.
WARNING ! To reduce risk of electrical shock, pumps and control panels must be properly grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC) or the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and all applicable state, province, local codes and ordinances. Improper grounding voids warranty
WARNING ! To reduce risk of electrical shock, always disconnect the pump from the power source before handling or servicing. Lock out power and tag.
WARNING ! Operation against a closed
discharge valve will cause premature bearing 
and seal failure on any pump, and on end suction and self priming pump the heat build may cause the generation of
steam with resulting dangerous pressures. It is recommended that a high case temperature switch or pressure relief valve be installed on the pump body.
CAUTION ! Never operate a pump with a
circuit interrupter.
CAUTION ! Pumps build up heat and pressure during
WARNING ! Cable should be protected at all times to avoid punctures, cut, bruises and abrasions. Inspect frequently. Never handle connected power cords with wet hands.
WARNING ! To reduce risk of electrical shock, all wiring and junction connections should be made per the NEC or CEC and applicable state or province and local codes. Requirements may vary depending on usage and location.
WARNING ! Submersible Pumps are not approved for use in swimming pools, recreational water installations decorative fountains or any installation where human contact with the pumped fluid is common.
WARNING ! Products returned must be cleaned, sanitized, or decontaminated as necessary prior to shipment, to insure that employees will not be exposed to health hazards in handling said material. All Applicable Laws And Regulations Shall Apply.
Bronze/brass and bronze/brass fitted pumps may contain lead levels higher than considered safe for potable water systems. Various government agencies have determined that leaded copper alloys should not be used in potable water applications. For
BARNES® Pumps, Inc. is not responsible for losses, injury, or death resulting from a failure to observe these safety precautions, misuse or abuse of pumps or equipment.
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