Gorman-Rupp Pumps T6A3-B /F,/FM - Manual (Page 6)

T SERIES OM-01046
PAGE A - 1 SAFETY
SAFETY - SECTION A
This information applies to T Series ba­
sic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has no con­
trol over or particular knowledge of the
power source which will be used. Refer
to the manual accompanying the power
source before attempting 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. Disconnect or lock out the power
source to ensure that the pump will
remain inoperative.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool
if overheated.
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 to handle liquids
containing large entrained solids or
slurries. Do not attempt to pump vola­
tile, corrosive, or flammable materials
which may damage the pump or endan­
ger personnel as a result of pump fail­
ure.
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 remove plates, covers, gauges,
pipe plugs, or fittings from an over­
heated pump. Vapor pressure within the
pump can cause parts being disen­
gaged to be ejected with great force. Al­
low the pump to completely completely
cool before servicing.
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
to a boil, build pressure, and cause the
pump casing to rupture or explode.