User guide

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2. General Safety
The Automatic Valve Assembly (AVA) was designed as a gas handling/priming aid for operation solely
with Pulsafeeder PULSAR
®
and PULSAR Shadow
®
metering pumps. Use for any other application is
considered un-safe and voids all certification markings and warranties.
2.1 Explosive Atmosphere Safety
Explosion Hazard -- Do not perform installation or maintenance of any kind on this device while
circuit is live and/or the area is known to be hazardous. This unit is not intended for use in
explosive or hazardous locations.
2.2 Electrical Safety
Improper application and use of the AVA can be hazardous. You are solely responsible for its use.
The AVA electrical installation must conform to all relevant electrical codes. Installation and electrical
maintenance must be performed by a qualified electrician. Before installing or servicing this device, all
power must be disconnected from the source at the main distribution panel.
The AVA emits electro-magnetic energy. Its use is restricted to industrial applications. You are
responsible for shielding this device if necessary.
It is recommended that the AVA be powered from a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected
electrical circuit.
2.3 Hydraulic Safety
Thoroughly review and adhere to the contents of the latest version of the PULSAR
®
or PULSAR
Shadow
®
Installation, Operation, Maintenance (IOM) manual for hydraulic installation of your
metering pump.