Gorman-Rupp Pumps 13A9-B 733170 and up - Manual (Page 7)

10 SERIES OM-00636
PAGE A - 2 SAFETY
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 cool before servicing.
Overheating may produce dangerous
fumes. Use extreme caution when vent­
ing the pump, or when removing covers,
plates, plugs, or fittings.
Overheated pumps can cause severe
burns and injuries. If overheating of the
pump occurs:
1. Stop the pump immediately.
2. Ventilate the area.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates,
gauges, or plugs.
5. Vent the pump slowly and cau­
tiously.
6. Refer to instructions in this manual
before restarting the pump.
This pump is designed to pump materi­
als which could cause serious illness or
injury through direct exposure or
emitted fumes. Wear protective cloth­
ing, such as rubber gloves, face mask,
and rubber apron, as necessary before
disassembling the pump or piping.
Do not operate the pump without
shields and/or guards in place over the
drive shafts, belts, and/or couplings, or
other rotating parts. Exposed rotating
parts can catch clothing, fingers, or
tools, causing severe injury to person­
nel.
Never run this pump backwards. Be cer­
tain that rotation is correct before fully
engaging the pump.
Pumps and related equipment must be in­
stalled and operated according to all na­
tional, local and industry standards.