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Safety - section a – Gorman-Rupp Pumps T8A65S-B /F,/FM User Manual

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SUPER T SERIES

OM-05498

PAGE A - 1

SAFETY

SAFETY - SECTION A

This information apply to the Super T‐
Series basic pumps. Gorman‐Rupp has
no control over or particular knowledge
of the power source which will be used.
Refer to the manual accompanying the
power source before attempting to be­
gin 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 specified 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
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.

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 cool before
servicing.