Safety Instructions - Xylem Goulds RedJacket Serie Instrucciones De Instalación Y Operación

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO AVOID SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL INJURY OR MAJOR PROPERTY DAMAGE, READ AND FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN MANUAL AND ON PUMP.
THIS MANUAL IS INTENDED TO ASSIST IN THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THIS UNIT AND MUST BE
KEPT WITH THE PUMP.
This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. When you see this symbol on the pump or in the manual, look for one of
the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury or property damage.
Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage.
DANGER
Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious personal injury, death or major property damage.
WARNING
Warns of hazards that CAN cause personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
NOTICE: INDICATES SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS WHICH ARE VERY IMPORTANT AND MUST BE FOLLOWED.
THOROUGHLY REVIEW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WORK ON THIS PUMP.
MAINTAIN ALL SAFETY DECALS.
Important notice: Read safety instructions before proceeding with any wiring
All electrical work must be performed by a qualified technician. Always follow the National Electrical Code
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(NEC), or the Canadian Electrical Code, as well as all local, state and provincial codes. Code questions should be
directed to your local electrical inspector. Failure to follow electrical codes and OSHA safety standards may result in personal
injury or equipment damage. Failure to follow manufacturer's installation instructions may result in electrical shock, fire hazard,
personal injury or death, damaged equipment, provide unsatisfactory performance, and may void manufacturer's warranty.
Standard units are designed to pump potable water from wells and storage tanks. They are not designed for use
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in swimming pools, open bodies of water, hazardous liquids, or where flammable gases exist. Well must be vented
per local codes.
Only pumps specifically Listed for Class 1, Division 1 are allowable in hazardous liquids and where flammable gases may exist.
See specific pump catalog bulletins or pump nameplate for all agency Listings.
Disconnect and lockout electrical power before installing or servicing any electrical equipment. Many pumps are
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equipped with automatic thermal overload protection which may allow an overheated pump to restart
unexpectedly.
Do not lift, carry or hang pump by the electrical cables. Damage to the Electrical Cables can cause shock,
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burns or death.
Use only stranded copper wire to pump/motor and ground. The ground wire must be at least as large as the power
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supply wires. Wires should be color coded for ease of maintenance and troubleshooting.
Install wire and ground according to the National Electrical Code (NEC), or the Canadian Electrical Code, as well
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as all local, state and provincial codes.
Install an all leg disconnect switch where required by code.
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The electrical supply voltage and phase must match all equipment requirements. Incorrect voltage or phase can
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cause fire, motor and control damage, and voids the warranty.
All three phase (3Ø) controls for submersible pumps must provide Class 10, quick-trip, overload
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protection.
All splices must be waterproof. If using splice kits follow manufacturer's instructions.
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Select the correct type and NEMA grade junction box for the application and location. The junction box must
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insure dry, safe wiring connections.
Failure to permanently ground the pump, motor and controls before connecting to power can cause shock, burns
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or death.
Insure proper motor cooling, see Table 3, minimum flow rates chart in Technical Section.
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This pump has been evaluated for use with Water Only.
CAUTION
Never over pressurize a storage tank to a pressure higher than the tank's maximum pressure rating. This will
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damage the tank, voids the warranty and may create a serious hazard.
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