Bennett 3000 Series Spec 300 Instruction Manual Safety Information
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Read this manual carefully and read all tags/labels attached to the 3000 series dispenser or pump before starting any maintenance
and/or service. A dispenser or pump that is not properly maintained will not perform properly and will void the Bennett Limited
Warranty.
Before installation, operation, maintenance and/or service ensure that protection against lighting strikes are in accordance with the
American Petroleum Institute Recommended Practice RP 2003, Protection Against Ignitions Arising out of Static, Lightening, and Stray
Currents.
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
Classified areas are used to describe the fire or explosion hazards present in a specific area. For safe operation, ensure that the dispenser
is in a classified area as detailed below per NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code and NFPA 70, National Electric Code. For
further information on the classification of locations for Fuel Dispensers, see NFPA 30, Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code.
CODES AND STANDARDS
Follow all local, state, and federal requirements for installation of all equipment
API 2003 – Protection Against Ignitions Arising Out of Stray, Lightning, and Stray Currents
NFPA 30 – Flammable and Combustible Liquids Standard
NFPA 30A – Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities Standard
NFPA 70 – National Electric Code
International Fire Code – 2000 Edition
UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION OF BENNETT PRODUCTS
DANGER: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY TYPE OF SERVICE TO THE DISPENSERS, BE SURE TO SHUT OFF ALL ELECTRICAL
SUPPLIES AND SECURE THEM IN THE OFF POSITION. CLOSE ALL VALVES IN INCOMING PIPING. MAINTENANCE
MUST BE PERFORMED BY TRAINED PERSONAL ONLY.
Bennett Pump Company products are designed to meet or exceed the standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Federal
Communication commission, and National Institute of Standards and Technology. Compliance with these standards protects the operator
and the consumer from personal injury and ensure an accurate delivery of product. Any deviation from the use of authorized
replacement parts or alteration of a designed product configuration may cause personal injury, death or the revocation of one or all of
the above approvals.
Bennett Pump Company will not assume responsibility or liability for any consequential injury or damage caused by the unauthorized
alteration of its products.
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