Product Manual

PO-1550H
page 2
III. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A. This manual contains important information for the safe and
proper operation of this pump. Read it THOROUGHLY before
operating or installing the pump.
B. USE ONLY ORIGINAL FACTORY REPLACEMENT PARTS.
C. When pumping fl ammable liquids, ensure adequate ventilation to
prevent explosive build up of fumes. Pumping should always be
done in a “NO SMOKING” area. Approved fi re extinguishers, in
good condition, should be available for fi re suppression.
D. Containers holding fl ammable liquids should be grounded, and
portable containers bonded, to prevent explosion hazards from
static electricity charges. See page 6.
E. Operators should be properly instructed on operating procedures
and safety precautions.
F. Do not use torches or apply fi re or fl ame to this pump for any
reason.
G. When pumping corrosives personal protection such as rubber
gloves, aprons, eye shields and adequate ventilation. Consult
chemical manufacturer for additional cautions.
H. Do not overtighten nonmetallic threaded fi ttings. One full turn
past hand tight is usually enough to prevent leakage. One roll
of tefl on tape is provided and should be used on all threaded
joints.
I. Inspect the siphon breaker regularly to ensure proper operation.
To test siphon breaker, lay hose on ground with nozzle in a suit
able container to hold the liquid. Operate the handle until liquid
fl ows from the nozzle. Stop pumping: the hose should drain and
the fl ow stop. If fl ow continues without moving the handle, place
the nozzle in its hanger to stop the fl ow. Then inspect the siphon
breaker vent for blockage or freezing. Flush the vent with water, or
if pumping petroleum products, use clean product.
TO PREVENT SPILLING LIQUID WHEN REMOVING PUMP FROM
BARREL, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:
1. Straighten discharge hose and hold it below the pump discharge. Allow hose
to drain into a container.
2. Loosen stainless steel clamp item #31.
3. Pull pump from bung adaptor and allow suction tube to drain back to the bar-
rel. Lay pump fl at with handle up. Place container under nozzle. Operate handle
until liquid is clear from pump housing.
4. Allow discharge hose to drain. Place the hose nozzle in its hanger. If pump
will not be installed in a new barrel, any caustic or corrosive chemicals should
be fl ushed with fresh water internally and externally to prevent personal injury
during handling. ANY PUMP USED TO TRANSFER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
MUST BE STORED IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA AFTER USE.
IV. PUMP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FOR EASY INSTALLATION FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN
THE ORDER SHOWN.
A. Screw the bung adaptor into the drum or barrel. Be sure not to
overtighten. (Refer to section III.H)
B. Install supplied clamp loosely around bung adaptor.
C. Thread appropriate length of suction tube and extension tube(s)
into pump section. Use tefl on tape provided. (Refer to section III.H)
D. Install pump and tubing into bung adaptor by pushing straight
down fi rmly. Housing will snap in place. Tighten the clamp (item
#31). Screw hose and adaptor or discharge spout into pump body.
TWO POSITION PUMP HANDLE
E. Caution: When pumping from a lined drum, order part # 58-0069.
This is a fl exible suction tube and will prevent damage to the liner.
F. The handle position can be changed with the following steps.
1. Remove hairpin clip (6) from clevis pin (7).
2. Remove clevis pin from housing to free links, (8).
3. With links clear of housing, rotate handle 1/2 turn to new
position.
4. Install clevis pin through the links and the opposite hole
in housing.
5. Install hairpin clip through the hole in the clevis pin.
Ensure the fl at washer (4) is installed between the hairpin
clip and the link.
6. CAUTION: This hole is used for security lock only.
G. Remove hose from hanger and place nozzle in container. Oper-
ate handle to prime the pump. 3-6 strokes are required under most
conditions. After the pump is primed it will deliver about one gallon
for every four full strokes (backward and forward).