 Never attempt to raise pump by its electrical cord.
Always use an approved control box and always mounted in a vertical position.
Always check direction rotation on 3 phase pumps.
Shut down and lock out all related electrical circuits before performing any maintenance.
Do not hold reset button if overload control trips off. Wait 10 minutes before resetting again.
Be sure to connect pump to correct phase and voltage.
Do not run pump if voltage is not within limits.
Electric Motor Driven Pumps
Electric shock may occur whenever electricity is present.
Allow only qualified personnel to install, wire and operate pumps and motors.
Always ground electrical units (Earthing).
Be sure to connect motor to correct phase and voltage.
Do not operate pump if voltage is not within limits.
If circuit breaker or fuse is tripped, locate and fix the problem before restarting pump.
Shut down and lock out all related electrical circuits before performing any maintenance.
Follow motor manufacturers recommended operation and maintenance instructions.
Pumps in General
Operate pump with all guards and shields in place.
Cautiously approach any pump that has been in operation.
Pump only liquids for which the pump was designed.
Do not pump flammable or corrosive liquids unless pump and piping are designed for such.
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Operating pump with suction and/or discharge closed is one cause of severe overheating.
Locate the pump in an accessible location, as close as possible to the liquid being pumped.
Secure the pump so that it cannot move after it is in its operating position.
Check all lubricants before installation and operation in accordance with maintenance programs.
When lifting pumps, use lifting equipment in good condition with adequate capacity.
Do not operate pump against a closed valve.
Check the suction strainer regularly to be sure that it is not clogged.
Never operate pumps in explosive or volatile atmospheres unless they are designed to be operated in these environments.
Check the pump thoroughly upon delivery for any shipping damage.
Never wear loose clothing around machinery.
Always read and keep the Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual for your pump.
When overhauling pumps, never remove or cover warning tags and labels.
Be sure that only experienced personnel operate machinery.
Do not work in underground pump systems alone or without adequate ventilation.
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