Dixon Valve Electric Test Pump Manual User Manual
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Electric Test Pump
Dixon 800.355.1991
Safety Precautions
• Electric
1. Pump is designed for the testing of rubber hose. We do not recommend it for any
other application.
2. Adequate steps should be taken to protect property and personnel in the event of a
failure during a test. These steps should include, but are not limited to the
following:
a) Only trained personnel should conduct hydrostatic testing.
b) Use of safety glasses or shields for personnel conducting test and
witnessing test.
c) All personnel should be perpendicular to the test sample and at least
15 feet away.
d) Place test sample in a protective enclosure.
e) Restrain both ends of the test sample to prevent hose from whipping in
case of a failure.
f) If testing is done outside of a protective enclosure, restrict the movement
of the couplings by the use of sandbags or other means.
g) Use only water as a test fluid.
3. All incidental fittings, intermediate hose and piping should be rated at 3000 psi
minimum.
4. Before removing or adjusting any part of the pumping system or test sample the
following precautions should be exercised:
a) Shut off pump.
b) Shut off water supply.
c) Release pressure inside the test specimen (hose) through bleed valve.