Ingersoll-Rand PD20R-X manual Operating and Safety Precautions

OPERATING AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

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

laws and safety code requirements.

SObtain Material Safety Data Sheets on all materials from the supplier for proper handling instructions.

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