Slurry Pump
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Health & safety
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LIFTING THE PUMP
- Make sure that ALL slings, shackles, etc. are of
adequate load carrying capacity. Metso Minerals
Slurry pumps may be provided with lifting eyes
designed for lifting individual components. These
should NOT be used to lift the pump unit or the pump
set. Individual pumps should ALWAYS be lifted by
using slings passed through the bearing frame. See
sub-section 1.2.2 for recommended lifting
techniques.
OPERATING THE PUMP
- Ensure that ALL safety covers and guards are in
position and securely fitted.
DO NOT wear loose clothing when working in close
proximity to rotating parts.
NEVER allow water or slurry to rise above the top of
the pump base.
MAINTAINING THE PUMP
- SWITCH OFF and ISOLATE the electrical supply to the
pump motor and allow rotating parts to come to rest
before carrying out any maintenance or
adjustments.
3.2 Warning and caution signs
See sub-section 2.1.