BVA Hydraulics PA1500M, PA3801M - Manual (Page 3)

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• Study, understand, and follow all
instructions provided with and on this
device before use.
• No alteration shall be made to this
device.
• Always wear protective gear when
operating hydraulic equipment.
• Keep hydraulic equipment away from
flames and heat. Hydraulic fluid can ignite
and burn. Do not operate if leaks are
detected.
• Crush Hazard. Keep hands and feet away
from loading area. Avoid pinch points
or crush points that can be created by
the load, cylinder, or any equipment of
system.
• To avoid crushing and related injuries:
NEVER work on, under or around a
lifted load before it is properly supported
by appropriate means. Never rely on
hydraulic pressure alone to support
load.
HYDRAULIC PUMPS
• The user must be a qualified operator familiar with the
correct operation, maintenance, and use of pumps. Lack
of knowledge in any of these areas can lead to personal
injury.
• Do not exceed rated capacity of the pump or any equipment
in the system.
• Never attempt to lift a load weighing more than the capacity
of the cylinder.
• Burst hazard exists if hose or connection pressure exceeds
rated pressure.
• Inspect pump, cylinder, hoses and connections before
each use to prevent unsafe conditions from developing.
Do not use if damaged, altered or in poor condition. Do not
operate system with bent or damaged coupler or damaged
threads.
• Never hold or stand directly in line with any hydraulic
connections while pressurizing.
• Use gauge or other load measuring instrument to verify
load.
• Never attempt to disconnect hydraulic connections under
pressure. Release all line pressure before disconnecting
hoses.
• Do not subject the pump and its components to shock
loads.
! WARNING
• Use only approved accessories and approved hydraulic
fluid.
• Never attach ANY component not authorized by
manufacturer.
• Always ensure that the chosen application is stable to work
on and around.
• Do not connect to application which can return more oil to
the reservoir than the pump reservoir can hold.
• Do not connect pump to hydraulic system powered by
another pump.
• This device is not suitable for use as support device! As
the system load is lifted, use blocking and cribbing to
guard against a falling load.
• Clear all personnel before lowering load or depressurizing
the system.
• Do not disassemble hydraulic cylinder, refer repairs to
qualified, authorized personnel.
HYDRAULIC HOSES & FLUID TRANSMISSION LINES
• Avoid short runs of straight line tubing. Straight line runs
do not provide for expansion and contraction due to
pressure and/or temperature changes.
• Reduce stress in tube lines. Long tubing runs should
be supported by brackets or clips. Before operating
the pump, tighten all hose connections with proper
tools. Do not overtighten. Connections should only be
tightened securely and leak-free. Overtightening can
cause premature thread failure or high pressure fittings
to burst.
• Should a hydraulic hose ever rupture, burst or need to be
disconnected, immediately shut off the pump and release
all pressure. Never attempt to grasp a leaking pressurized
hose with your hands. The force of escaping hydraulic
fluid can inflict injury.
• Do not subject the hose to potential hazard such as fire,
sharp objects, extreme heat or cold, or heavy impact.
• Do not allow the hose to kink, twist, curl, crush, cut or bend
so tightly that the fluid flow within the hose is blocked or
reduced. Periodically inspect the hose for wear.
• Do not pull, position or move setup by the hose.
• Hose material and coupler seals must be compatible with
hydraulic fluid used. Hoses also must not come in contact
with corrosive materials such as battery acid, creosote-
impregnated objects and wet paint. Never paint a coupler
or hose.
• FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT
IN PERSONAL INJURY AS WELL AS PROPERTY
DAMAGE.