Pentair HYPRO 9306C Series - Commissioning, Start-Up, Operation, Shutdown

L-1546 (Rev E) -14-
Commissioning, Start-Up, Operation, Shutdown
Beforeattemptingtostartyourpump,thefollowingmustbeunderstoodandfollowedtoensuresafeoperation.
Information
• When running Hypro centrifugal pumps, it is essential that operators use hearing protection as the sound levels
can reach levels of 80 decibels.
• When handling Hypro pumps, one should wear steel-toed shoes and protective gloves in order to protect the feet
in the event the pump is dropped and protect the hands from any sharp surfaces on the pump or chemicals.
• OnlyauthorizedoperatorshavingtheknowledgeandskillnecessarytosafelyuseaHypropump,orany
equipment the pump is connected to, may run the pump.
• Whensprayingmanually,itisrecommendedthatchemical-resistantfacemasksandclothingbeworntoprevent
anychemicalsfromcomingintocontactwiththeskinorbeinginhaled.
• When spraying manually, always spray upwind of yourself as long as the sprayed chemical will not drift into the
vicinity of other people.
• Wheninstalling,adjustingorremovingaHyprocentrifugalpump,ensurethattherearenoobjectswhichcanfall
ontheinstallerandmakecertainthatallmachinerytowhichthepumpistobeattachedisturnedoff.
• Hypro centrifugal pumps should only be used on tractors or tow-behind spray platforms which have electrically
conductivetiresinordertoreducetheriskofelectrocution.
• NeveroperateaHyprocentrifugalpumpoutsidewhilethereisachanceofgettingstruckbylightning.
• Never leave electrical wires or plumbing components where they can be a tripping hazard or become entangled
inamovingcomponent.Ideally,electricalcables,hoses,pipesandttingsshouldberoutedoverhead.Intheevent
electrical wiring must be routed over the ground, operators are required to use rubber ramps if they cross a gangway.
• Hypro centrifugal pumps should not be used if the ambient light is below 200lux.
Only use approved chemicals in your pump. For a complete list of approved chemicals, see the “Fluid
Pumping Applications” section. Failure to follow this warning will void your warranty and could lead to property
damage, serious injury or death.
Start-up, Operation, Shutdown
Before Starting the Pump
• Ensure all unnecessary personnel are clear of the area.
• Forinitialsetupandtestofyoursystem,itisrecommendedtostartwithcleanwaterinsteadofchemicals,andconrm
thesystemandplumbingconnectionsareleakfree.
• Ensurethatthereisuidinthesourcetankorsupplyline.Donotrundry.
• Checklinestrainerfordebrisorclogs.Removeanyfound.
• Checkallplumbingconnectionstomakesuretheyaretight.
• Checkpowersourceandconnections.
• Checkthatallvalvesandregulatorsaresettothedesiredsettingandarefunctioningproperly.
• Ensure all hoses are properly positioned and are not damaged in any way.
• Ensure PTO shaft shields are in place and are not loose.