SPP Pumps Auto Prime Medium Head Open Set - AL Range - Manual (Page 5)

Operators Instructions for
AL100 & 150 Diesel Driven Centrifugal Pumps
Manual No/Rev
W72-025E / 3
Our policy is one of continuous improvement and we reserve the right to alter specifications at any time
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2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.1 Safety Symbols
Safety instructions within this manual are
marked with the following symbols:
This symbol refers to general mechanical
aspects of safety.
This symbol refers to electrical safety.
This symbol gives warning of a
hazard to the pump itself, which in
turn could cause a risk to personal
safety.
2.2 Pump Safety Precautions
apply to all the following:-
1. Hot surfaces and moving parts are guarded
to protect you. If these guards are removed
for maintenance, they must be replaced
before starting the pump.
2.
Never insert anything into the pump casing
whilst the pump is running with the suction
and delivery hoses disconnected.
3.
Collapsible hoses must not be used on the
suction side of the pump
4.
Where the standard Bauer connections are
not used, use all pump flange holes to fit
suction and delivery hose connections.
5.
Do not lift with fork of fork lift truck under
the fuel tank. Never lift with suction or
delivery hoses attached. The increased
weight of these items may cause lifting gear
failure.
6.
Always lift pump sets vertically by the lifting
eye. Check the condition of the lifter
bracket at regular intervals.
7.
Check the type of liquid being pumped
before working on pump ends. Residues
could be hazardous to your health. If in
doubt flush out with clean water before work
commences.
8. Personnel working on the pump unit must
always wear clean correctly fitting clothing
and safety footwear. Clothing impregnated
with oil or fuel can constitute a health
hazard through prolonged contact with the
skin and may also constitute a fire hazard.
9. Always allow adequate ventilation for diesel
engines. Be aware of fire risks from items
such as exhaust pipes and silencers.
Never place flammable items around the
unit.
10. When working near to the pump or in a
confined space with the pump running
personal ear protection is recommended.
3 HANDLING & TRANSPORT
3.1 Lifting
The central lifting eye is designed for lifting
only the pump unit as supplied by SPP
Pumps Limited. Due to the additional
weight of skid-mounted units, these may be
fitted with alternative lifting points and fork-
lift truck slots on the skid.
The central lifting eye is suitable only for
vertical lifting and must not be used to
pull the unit sideways.
1. Check the condition of the central lifting eye
or bracket before use.
2. Do NOT use a lift truck with forks under the
fuel tank and do NOT lift with the hoses
attached.
3. Never allow the unit to be subject to a
‘snatch’ loading.
4. Control the unit while lifting to prevent
swinging and keep personnel away from the
area below the unit and the immediate area.
3.2 Road Trailer Version
There is provision for a lighting board to be
fitted to the rear of the unit. Place the
lighting board in the two brackets and insert
pins to retain the lighting board in place.
3.3 Trailer or Wagon Carriage
Transportation on a trailer or wagon will
require the unit to be roped or strapped
down. On the road trailer mounted units,
set the unit level with the front and rear prop
stands lowered and clamped. Place ropes
or straps over the chassis to hold the unit in
place. Do NOT place ropes or straps over
the engine or the pump unit and ensure that
ropes or straps do not come into contact
with controls, switches, taps or other
vulnerable parts.
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