Finish Thompson SP11/15 SERIES SELF-PRIMING - Manual (Page 3)

Model Number and Serial Number
Record the model number and serial number below for future reference. This is important information when ordering re-
placement parts or when technical assistance is required. The numbers are found on a label located on the motor adapter.
MODEL NUMBER = ________________________
SERIAL NUMBER = ________________________
Chemical Reaction Disclaimer
The user must exercise primary responsibility in selecting the product’s materials of construction, which are compatible
with the fluid(s) that come(s) in contact with the product. The user may consult Finish Thompson, Inc. (manufacturer)
and a manufacturer’s representative/distributor agent to seek a recommendation of the product’s material of construction
that offers the optimum available chemical compatibility.
However neither manufacturer nor agent shall be liable for product damage or failure, injuries, or any other damage or
loss arising out of a reaction, interaction or any chemical effect that occurs between the materials of the product’s con-
struction and fluids that come into contact with the product’s components.
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING AND OPERATING THIS UNIT. FAIL-
URE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING:
Magnetic field hazard. This pump contains powerful magnets. Exposed magnets (pump not connected
to motor) produce powerful magnetic fields. Individuals with cardiac pacemakers, implanted defibrillators, other elec-
tronic medical devices, metallic prosthetic heart valves, internal wound clips (from surgery), metallic prosthetic devices or
sickle cell anemia must not handle or be in the proximity of the magnets contained inside the pump. Consult a health care
provider for specific recommendations before working with this pump.
WARNING: Magnetic force hazard. This pump should only be disassembled and assembled using the recommend-
ed procedures. The magnetic attraction is powerful enough to rapidly pull the motor end and the wet end together. Do not
place fingers between the mating surfaces of the motor and wet ends to avoid injuries. Keep the drive magnet and impeller
assembly away from metal chips or particles, items with magnetic stripes like credit cards and magnetic computer media
such as floppy discs and hard drives.
WARNING:
Not Recommended for Pumping Flammable or Combustible Liquids. During the priming process
the internal pump atmosphere can become very dangerous should the pump fail to prime and overheat.
If using the SP Series to pump non-flammable or non-combustible liquids in a hazardous area, you must follow these
guidelines:
1. Select the Ns (non-sparking) bronze bump ring option. The non-sparking ring is pressed into the clamp ring or motor
adapter and prevents sparking should the motor bearings fail and the outer mag drive assembly runs out of round.
2. Select an FTI explosionproof motor or provide your own.
WARNING:
Hot surfaces. This pump is capable of handling liquids with temperatures as high as 220º F (104º C).
This may cause the outer areas of the pump to become hot as well and could cause burns.
WARNING:
Rotating Parts. This pump has components that rotate while in operation. Follow local safety standards
for locking out the motor from the power supply during maintenance or service.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, pursuant to ECCN 2B350, prohibit the export or reexport to certain enumerated countries of
sealless centrifugal pumps in which all wetted materials are constructed from fluoropolymers without first applying for and obtaining
a license from the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). This affects all Finish Thompson magnetic-drive pumps constructed from
PVDF or lined with ETFE. Please contact the BIS (www.bis.doc.gov) or Finish Thompson with questions regarding the Regulations or a
list of the countries to which they apply.