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Safety - section a – Gorman-Rupp Pumps 04E1-GA 1171927 and up User Manual

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0 SERIES

OM−03745

PAGE A − 1

SAFETY

SAFETY − SECTION A

This information applies to 0 Series
power take-off pumps. Refer to the man-
ual accompanying the vehicle before at-
tempting to begin operation.

Because pump installations are seldom
identical, this manual cannot possibly
provide detailed instructions and pre-
cautions for each specific application.
Therefore, it is the owner/installer’s re-
sponsibility to ensure that applications
not addressed in this manual are per-
formed only after establishing that nei-
ther operator safety nor pump integrity
are compromised by the installation.

Before attempting to open or service the
pump:

1. Familiarize yourself with this man-

ual.

2. Switch off the vehicle ignition and

remove the key to ensure that the
pump will remain inoperative.

3. Allow the pump to cool if over-

heated.

4. Check the temperature before

opening any covers, plates, or
plugs.

5. Close the suction and discharge

valves.

6. Vent the pump slowly and cau-

tiously.

7. Drain the pump.

This pump is designed for vehicular
mounting in water or petroleum service.
Do not attempt to pump corrosive mate-
rials, or any liquids which may damage
the pump or endanger personnel as a
result of pump failure.

If this pump is used with volatile and/or
flammable liquids, be certain proper
safety practices are followed before op-
erating or servicing the pump. Provide
adequate ventilation, prohibit smoking,
wear static-resistant clothing and
shoes. Clean up all fuel spills immedi-
ately after occurrence.

Use lifting and moving equipment in
good repair and with adequate capacity
to prevent injuries to personnel or dam-
age to equipment. Suction and dis-
charge hoses and piping must be re-
moved from the pump before lifting.

After the pump has been positioned,
make certain that the pump and all pip-
ing connections are tight, properly sup-
ported and secure before operation.

Do not operate the pump without the
guards in place over the rotating parts.
Exposed rotating parts can catch cloth-
ing, fingers, or tools, causing severe in-
jury to personnel.

Do not operate the pump against a
closed discharge valve for long periods
of time. If operated against a closed dis-
charge valve, pump components will
deteriorate, and the liquid could come