Multiquip Submersible Pump ST4125G - Manual (Page 7)

ST4125G/ST6125G SUBMERSIBLE PUMP• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (11/18/10) — PAGE 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
NOTICE
 ALWAYS make certain that the voltage supplied to the
pump is correct. Always read the pump’s nameplate to
determine what the power requirements are.
Power Cord/Cable Safety
DANGER
 NEVER let power cords or cables lay in water.
 NEVER stand in water while AC power cord is connected
to a live power source.
 NEVER use damaged or worn cables or cords. Inspect
for cuts in the insulation.
 NEVER grab or touch a live power
cord or cable with wet hands. The
possibility exists of electrical shock,
electrocution or death.
 Make sure power cables are securely connected to the
motor's output receptacles. Incorrect connections may
cause electrical shock and damage to the motor.
WARNING
 NEVER attempt to use the power cord as a lifting or
lowering device for the pump.
NOTICE
 ALWAYS make certain that proper power or extension
cord has been selected for the job. See Cable Selection
Chart in this manual.
Grounding Safety
DANGER
 ALWAYS make sure pump is grounded.
 NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground.
 ALWAYS make sure that electrical circuits are properly
grounded to a suitable earth ground (ground rod) per
the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes
before operating generator. Severe injury or death by
electrocution can result from operating an ungrounded
motor.
Control Box Safety
DANGER
 ALWAYS have a qualifi ed electrician perform the control
box installation. The possibility exists of electrical shock
or electrocution.
NOTICE
 ALWAYS mount control box in a vertical position
protected from harsh environmental elements.
LIFTING SAFETY
CAUTION
 When raising or lowering of the pump is required, always
attach an adequate rope or lifting device to the correct
lifting point (handle) on the pump.
NOTICE
 DO NOT lift machine to unnecessary heights.
 NEVER lift the equipment while the electric motor is
running.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
NOTICE
 ALWAYS shut down pump before transporting.
 ALWAYS tie down equipment during transport by
securing the equipment with rope.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY/DECOMMISSIONING CE
 DO NOT pour waste or oil directly onto
the ground, down a drain or into any water
source.
 Contact your country's Department of Public
Works or recycling agency in your area and arrange for
proper disposal of any electrical components, waste or
oil associated with this equipment.
 When the life cycle of this equipment is over it is
recommended that the pump casing and all other metal
parts be sent to a recycling center
Metal recycling involves the collection of metal from
discarded products and its transformation into raw
materials to use in manufacturing a new product.
Recyclers and manufacturers alike promote the process
of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center
promotes energy cost savings.