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SM20 User Manual ◄ 5
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and
hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re-
view them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional pre-
cautions relating to the specic work area and local
safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in
the space provided in this manual.
The models SM20 Hydraulic Pump will provide safe and
dependable service if operated in accordance with the
instructions given in this manual. Read and understand
this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the
pump and hoses before operation. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
• Operator must start in a work area without bystand-
ers. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited
work areas such as excessive slopes and danger-
ous terrain conditions.
• Establish a training program for all operators to en-
sure safe operations.
• Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or
under the supervision of an instructor.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles,
head protection, and safety shoes at all times when
operating the tool.
• Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic
power source is connected. Accidental engagement
of the tool can cause serious injury.
• Do not operate this tool without rst reading the Op-
eration section of this manual.
• Do not install or remove this tool while the hydraulic
power source is connected. Accidental engagement
of the tool can cause serious injury.
• Never operate the tool near energized transmission
lines. Know the location of buried or covered ser-
vices before starting work.
• Do not wear loose tting clothing when operating the
tool. Loose tting clothing can get entangled with the
tool and cause serious injury.
• Supply hoses must have a minimum working pres-
sure rating of 2500 psi/175 bar.
• Be sure all hose connections are tight.
• The hydraulic circuit control valve must be in the
“OFF” position when coupling or uncoupling the tool.
Wipe all couplers clean before connecting. Failure
to do so may result in damage to the quick couplers
and cause overheating. Use only lint-free cloths.
• Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above
140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher oil temperatures
can cause operator discomfort and may cause dam-
age to the tool.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or
incompletely assembled tool.
• Do not put hand under volute while the pump is run-
ning.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all
tool repair, maintenance and service must only be
performed by authorized and properly trained per-
sonnel.
• Do not exceed the rated limits of the tool or use the
tool for applications beyond its design capacity.
• Always keep critical tool markings, such as labels
and warning stickers legible.
• Always replace parts with replacement parts recom-
mended by Stanley Hydraulic Tools.
• Check fastener tightness often and before each use
daily.
• Do not point water discharge at bystanders.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS