Warnings And Cautions; Nomenclature Of The Pump - Samoa DF100 Serie Manual De Operación Y Mantenimiento

In this document you will find warnings and cautions for installation, use and maintenance of the Direcflo pumps.
Here's the meaning of symbols you may find in this document and general warnings that you should keep in mind.
This symbol indicates that you should be aware that there is a
danger of serious bodily injury or death if you ignore the
warning. described.
Carefully read the instructions and warnings before operating the equipment!
• Carefully read the instructions and warnings before operating the equipment!
• This equipment is for professional use only.
• Do not degrade the integrity of the equipment. Use only original replacement components from Samoa Industrial, S.A.
• Fluids not suitable for the pump can cause damage to the pump unit and involve risk of serious personal injury.
• Always consult Samoa Industrial S.A. if you have any questions about the compatibility within the fluids and the pump materials, including
elastomers.
• Install and use the pump according to all local and national regulations and abide all health and safety laws or legislation.
• The pump can produce fluid pressures equal to the air supply pressure. Do not exceed the maximum allowable pressure of 7 bar air supply.
The total hydraulic pressure (differential pressure + system) should never exceed 7 bar.
• Never use a pump that leaks, that is damaged, that is corroded or otherwise it may lack the capacity to contain the fluid.
• Frequently check that the bolts on the diaphragm cover of the pump are torqued correctly.
• Do not use a model with aluminium wetted surfaces to pump fluids for human consumption, there is a possibility of trace contamination of lead.
• Danger of explosion if used 1,1,1-trichloroethane, methylene chloride or other halogenated hydrocarbon solvents with aluminium wetted
materials. It could cause serious injury and property damage.
• Inside the pump, diaphragms separate the fluid that is being pumped from the air supply. If a diaphragm breaks, the fluid can leak out of
the air exhaust and contaminate the environment.
• When handling hazardous fluids, always route the air exhaust into a suitable container and locate it in a safe place.
• When the fluid source level is situated higher than the pump, (flooded suction), the outlet tank must be at a higher level than the product
to prevent spills.
• For pumps handling hazardous fluids that are a danger to humans or to the environment, install a suitable container surrounding the
pump to prevent any leaks or spills.
• Ensure that the operators of this equipment are trained on the operation and limitations. Use safety equipment as safety goggles or other
equipment required.
Directflo pumps are identified with a numeric code of 6 digits or with an alphanumeric one. Use the next table to find your alphanumeric code for
use with this manual.
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Warnings and cautions

Warning

Nomenclature of the pump

Numeric code
551010
This symbol indicates that you should be aware that there is a
risk of damaging the equipment if you ignore the warning
described.
Warning
Single inlet
Alphanumeric code
DF100AAA11GHMA
Caution