Introduction; Safety Information; Precautions; Warnings - Wildfire Vallfirest Black Hawk Información Para El Usuario

1. INTRODUCTION

Please read the manual before operating the VFT BH1-4H
Motor Pump to be aware of the necessary instructions
for use, service and maintenance. If you need technical
assistance, parts or additional information, please contact our
customer service.
customer.service@vallfirest.com | Tel. (+34) 93 867 87 79.

2. SAFETY INFORMATION

2.1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. READ THE MANUAL FOR THE MOTOR FIRST
Before continuing, find and read the manufacturer's manual
for the motor. It has very important safety information you
MUST read, understand and follow to protect yourself and the
equipment from damages as well as specific information on
how to adequately use and care for the motor.
2. READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR PUMP
2.2.

WARNINGS

1. Always use protection for your eyes and ears as well as
gloves to protect your hands when operating the motor
pump.
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2. Do not operate if you are mentally or physically fatigued.
3. Always inspect the hoses and pipes to prevent injury due to
an explosion.
4. Use only pipes, hoses and accessories of the same or
higher maximum pressure classification as the pump or in
accordance with the maximum pressure for which the system
was designed.
5. Do not make any changes and/or modifications to the
pump. Any modification of this kind not only voids the
pump warranty but may make the unit hazardous for anyone
operating the pump.
6. Do not operate the pump above the maximum nominal
pressure.
7. Always operate the unit at a lower pressure than required
for enhanced operator and equipment safety.
8. Slowly close the valves and use slow-close valves whenever
possible to avoid any danger for other line operators and
prevent water hammer which could damage the pump,
oversleeves and accessories.
9. Bleed all pressure from the system before doing any
service work on the pump.
10. Never operate the pump in a closed or confined area. The
exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which is toxic for
humans. Avoid inhaling exhaust fumes.
11. Carefully fill the motor. Gas and diesel are inflammable
and the fumes from the gas may explode. Refuel in a well-
ventilated area with the motor off.
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This equipment is designed to work in any external conditions
of temperature, wind or rain. However, it must be operated
by qualified personnel with experience extinguishing wildland
fires.
Improper use of the VFT BH1-4H motor pump may cause
serious injury and damage to the pump. All operators must
be familiar with the device and its capabilities before trying
to operate the equipment in an emergency situation. Read
this manual completely before using your VFT BH1-4H motor
pump and abide by all personal safety warnings.
12. Stay alert and never touch any part of the exhaust system
on the motor (muffler, shield, header pipes, etc.) while the
motor is on. Always wait long enough after stopping the unit
to adequately cool the muffler and surrounding parts.
13. For safety reasons, do not pump corrosive or inflammable
liquids such as gasoline or acids. Avoid corrosion in the
pump. Do not pump seawater, chemical solutions or caustic
liquids such as used oil, wine or milk.
14. This motor pump is specifically intended for firefighting. A
safety distance must be kept between the person operating
the motor pump and everyone nearby. Do not use the motor
pump for any purpose other than as specified in this manual.
15. Do not shoot water at any person with the motor pump
as this could cause serious injury. It is not intended for
recreation. It is only intended for professional use.
16. To operate the motor pump, make sure you have enough
light either from the natural environment or artificial light
outside the motor pump.
17. In the event of an accident, contact the official medical
emergency service in your area.