Product Manual

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Before Each Use
⚠WARNING
• Inspect before each use. Before switching the air supply on, check hoses for any sign of wear,
leaks, or loose fittings. Replace as necessary.
• Secure pump, connections and all contact points to avoid vibration and generation of contact or
static spark.
• Pipe the exhaust to a safe remote location when pumping hazardous or inflammable materials.
• Do not use a chemical that is not compatible with this pump.
• Prevent unnecessary damage to the pump. Do not allow pump to operate when out of material for
long periods of time.
Operating Instructions
⚠WARNING
• Do not exceed the maximum inlet air pressure of 115 PSI.
• Be sure material hoses and other components are able to withstand fluid pressures developed by
this pump. Check all hoses for damage or wear. Be certain dispensing device is clean and in
proper working condition.
• Static Spark Hazard. Sparks from static electricity can ignite flammable materials and vapors,
causing explosion resulting in severe injury or death. Ground pump and pumping system.
• The pumping system and object being sprayed must be grounded when it is pumping, flushing,
recirculating or spraying flammable materials such as paints, solvents, lacquers etc. or used in a
location where surrounding atmosphere is conducive to spontaneous combustion. Ground the
dispensing valve or device, containers, hoses and any object to which material is being pumped.
• Use the pump grounding screw terminal provided. Connect a suitable ground wire to a good earth
ground source.
• EXPLOSION HAZARD. Models containing aluminum wetted parts cannot be used with III.-
Trichloroethane, Methylene Chloride or other Halogenated Hydrocarbon solvents which may react
and explode.
• Consult local building codes and electrical codes for specific grounding requirements.
• After grounding, periodically verify continuity of electrical path to ground. Test with an ohmmeter
from each component (e.g., hoses, pump, clamps, container, spray gun, etc.) to ground to insure
continuity. Ohmmeter should show 100 ohms or less.
• In the event of a diaphragm rupture material can be forced out of the air exhaust muffler.
• Do not use the pump for the structural support of the piping system. Be certain the system
components are properly supported to prevent stress on the pump parts.
• Disconnect air line from pump when system sits idle for long periods of time.
• Use proper ventilation.