User safety, Ex-approved products, User safety ex-approved products – Goulds Pumps 3355 - IOM User Manual

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Introduction and Safety

WARNING:
Do NOT send the product to the ITT manufacturer if it has been contaminated by any nuclear radiation.
Inform ITT so that accurate actions can take place.

Electrical installation

For electrical installation recycling requirements, consult your local electric utility.

User safety

General safety rules

These safety rules apply:

• Always keep the work area clean.

• Pay attention to the risks presented by gas and vapors in the work area.

• Avoid all electrical dangers. Pay attention to the risks of electric shock or arc flash hazards.

• Always bear in mind the risk of drowning, electrical accidents, and burn injuries.

Safety equipment

Use safety equipment according to the company regulations. Use this safety equipment within
the work area:

• Helmet

• Safety goggles, preferably with side shields

• Protective shoes

• Protective gloves

• Gas mask

• Hearing protection

• First-aid kit

• Safety devices

NOTICE:
Never operate a unit unless safety devices are installed. Also see specific information
about safety devices in other chapters of this manual.

Electrical connections

Electrical connections must be made by certified electricians in compliance with all internation-
al, national, state, and local regulations. For more information about requirements, see sections
dealing specifically with electrical connections.

Wash the skin and eyes

1. Follow these procedures for chemicals or hazardous fluids that have come into contact with

your eyes or your skin:

Condition

Action

Chemicals or hazardous

1.

Hold your eyelids apart forcibly with your fingers.

fluids in eyes

2.

Rinse the eyes with eyewash or running water for at least
15 minutes.

3.

Seek medical attention.

Chemicals or hazardous

1.

Remove contaminated clothing.

fluids on skin

2.

Wash the skin with soap and water for at least 1 minute.

3.

Seek medical attention, if necessary.

Ex-approved products

Follow these special handling instructions if you have an Ex-approved unit.

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