Australian Pump Industries
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9. Do not close down or restrict discharge hose. Be careful of
discharge hose whipping under pressure.
10. PUMP TOWED BEHIND VEHICLE
a. Make sure hitch is properly attached.
b. Always attach safety chains.
c. Check tires for proper inflation and road worthiness.
d. If towing on the highway, make sure the trailer meets Department
of Transportation requirements
.
11. Make sure lifting device’s fasteners are tight each time before lifting.
B. GAS/DIESEL ENGINE POWERED PUMPS
1. EXHAUST GASES
a. Never operate in an enclosed building or area where exhaust gases
can accumulate.
b. Do not breathe exhaust fumes when working in the area of the
engine. (Exhaust gases are colourless, odourless and deadly
poison.)
c. Never operate near a building where exhaust gases can seep inside,
for example: through an open window or a door.
d. Never operate in a pit or sump without making provisions to suck the
exhaust gases out.
2. EXHAUST SYSTEM
a. Keep exhaust system components tight and in good working
condition.
b. Exhaust system parts get very hot and stay hot for some time after
shutting the engine off – do not touch.
3. FUEL
a. Never add fuel to the tank while the engine is running. Stop engine
and allow it cool. Avoid spilling fuel!
b. Make sure fuel lines and fittings are tight and in good condition.
c. Do not smoke while refuelling the engine.
d. Do not refuel near open flame; wipe up all spilled fuel.
e. Store gasoline in approved container and location.
