Goulds Pumps 4550 - IOM - Manual (Page 16)

10. Lower ends of pumps must be braced in turbulent
sumps.
11. Always lock out power to the driver before
performing pump maintenance.
SPECIAL WARNINGS
ITT Goulds Pumps will not be liable for any damages or
delay caused by failure to comply with the provisions of
this instruction manual.
This pump is not to be operated at speeds, working
pressures, discharge pressures or temperatures higher
than, or used with liquids other than, that stated in
original order acknowledgement without written
permission of ITT Goulds Pumps.
RECEIVING INSPECTION -
SHORTAGES
Care should be taken when unloading pumps. If shipment
is not delivered in good order and in accordance with the
bill of lading, note the damages or shortages on both
receipt and freight bill. Make any claims to the
transportation company promptly.
Instruction sheets on various components, as well as the
installation, operation and maintenance instructions for
the pump, are included in the shipment.
Do not discard!
PRESERVATION AND STORAGE
ITT Goulds' normal domestic storage preparation is
suitable for protecting the pump during shipment in
covered trucks. It also provides protection during covered
storage at the job site and for a short period before
installation and start-up.
Motor manufacturers should be contacted for their
recommendations on preservation and protection
procedures.
HANDLING TECHNIQUES
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! WARNING
Pump and components are heavy. Failure to
properly lift and support equipment could result in
serious physical injury, or damage to pumps. Steel
toed shoes must be worn at all times.
Care should be used in moving pumps. Slings should be
put under the mounting plate (189) to properly support
the unit.
The best method of lifting unit is with parallel straps
attached to a horizontal bar.
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