Goulds Pumps 3171 - IOM - Manual (Page 10)

• Never start a pump without the proper priming.
• Before you start working with the product, make sure that the product and the control panel are
isolated from the power supply and the control circuit, so they cannot be energized.
• Do not open the product while it is energized or in an explosive gas atmosphere.
• Make sure that thermal contacts are connected to a protection circuit according to the approval
classification of the product.
• Intrinsically safe circuits are normally required for the automatic level-control system by the level
regulator if mounted in zone 0.
• The yield stress of fasteners must be in accordance with the approval drawing and the product
specification.
• Make sure that the equipment is properly maintained:
• Monitor the pump components and the end temperature of the liquid.
• Maintain proper bearing lubrication.
• Do not modify the equipment without approval from an authorized ITT representative.
• Only use parts that have been provided by an authorized ITT representative.
Equipment for monitoring
For additional safety, use condition-monitoring devices. Condition-monitoring devices include but are not
limited to these devices:
• Pressure gauges
• Flow meters
• Level indicators
• Motor load readings
• Temperature detectors
• Bearing monitors
• Leak detectors
• PumpSmart control system
Introduction and Safety (Continued)
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