•
Use cleaning solvents only in well-ventilated areas.
Avoid prolonged breathing fumes and contact with
skin or eyes.
•
Inspect the entire system before operating it.
Correct any fault or malfunction.
Tools
•
Use only approved test equipment, and check it reg
-
ularly for correct operation and calibration.
•
Use the correct tools—the incorrect tool can result in
injury to personnel or costly damage to the equip
-
ment.
•
Clear all tools and rags from around the machine af
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ter service and before starting the equipment.
•
Use only approved work platforms. Never climb on
or around the equipment using makeshift devices.
Protective clothing
•
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry while working
around rotating parts of machinery.
•
Pressurized air can drive particles into eyes and skin
if handled improperly. To prevent injury, use appro-
priate protective equipment and clothing and exer-
cise extreme caution.
Torque specifications
Refer to the following table when specific torque re
-
quirements are not listed in a service procedure.
CAUTION
Never torque mounting bolts and machine screws
beyond the manufacturer’s recommended limits.
The torque values for high-pressure water assemblies
and fittings are listed in U.S. Customary System foot-
pounds (ft-lb) and Systéme International (SI) Newton-
meters (N-m).
High-pressure
gland nuts
U.S.
ft-lb
SI
N-m
1
4
in. 15–25 20–34
3
8
in. 35–45 47–60
9
16
in. 60–75 80–100
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