Gorman-Rupp Pumps RD2A31-BAR All serial numbers - Manual (Page 6)

RS AND RD SERIES PUMPS OM-03989
PAGE A-2 SAFETY
After the pump has been installed, make
certain that the pump and all piping con­
nections are tight, properly supported
and secure before operation.
This pump is designed to be used with
volatile and/or flammable liquids; over­
heating may produce dangerous fumes.
Take precautions to ensure the area sur­
rounding the pump is adequately venti­
lated. Allow the pump to completely
cool and use extreme caution when
venting the pump, or when removing
covers, plates, plugs, or fittings.
Overheated pumps can cause severe
burns and injuries, and produce explo­
sive fumes. If overheating of the pump
occurs:
1. Stop the pump immediately.
2. Ventilate the area.
3. Allow the pump to completely cool.
4. Check the temperature before
opening any covers, plates,
gauges, or plugs.
5. Vent the pump slowly and cau­
tiously.
6. Refer to instructions in this manual
before restarting the pump.
Do not install and operate a non‐explo­
sion proof motor in an explosive atmo­
sphere. Install, connect, and operate
the motor in accordance with The Na­
tional Electric Code and all local codes.
If there is a conflict between the instruc­
tions in the manual accompanying the
unit and The National Electric Code or
the applicable local code, The National
or local code shall take precedence. All
electrical equipment supplied with this
pump conformed to applicable federal
regulations and national codes in effect
on the date of manufacture.
This pump is not designed to handle water.
Operation of the pump with water or water‐
based solutions will damage the group
grind within the vane‐type priming pump.
Do not connect this pump to a storage
tank which has been filled with water until
the tank and lines have been completely
drained and flushed. Install a commercially
available 80 mesh screen and a filter in the
suction line to prevent debris from entering
the pump. Check pump rotation with the
suction line disconnected.