Gast 10D User Manual

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PART NO. 70 - 2450 G446A PL (Rev F)

WARNING

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING

THIS PRODUCT. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND

KEEP IN THE VICINITY OF THE PRODUCT.

10D DC SERIES MINIATURE PUMP

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing this Gast product. It is manufactured to the highest standards

using quality materials. Please follow all recommended maintenance, operational

and safety instructions and you will receive years of trouble free service.

Product Use Criteria:

• Pump only clean, dry air.

• Operate at 32ºF - 104ºF (0ºC - 40ºC).

• Protect unit from dirt & moisture.

• Do not pump flammable or explosive gases or
use in an atmosphere that contains such gases.

• Corrosive gases and particulate material will
damage unit. Water vapor, oil-based contaminants
or other liquids must be filtered out.

• Consult your Gast Distributor/Representative
before using at high altitudes.

• This pump is oil-less and requires NO lubrication.

• Units may be used for both pressure and vacuum.

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Your safety and the safety of others

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Disconnect electrical power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box before installing this product.

Install this product where it will not come into
contact with water or other liquids.

Install this product where it will be weather
protected.

Electrically ground this product.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire or electrical shock.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

is extremely important.

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this manual and on your product. Always read and
obey all safety messages.

his is the safety alert symbol. This symbol

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alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and
others. The safety alert symbol and the words
“DANGER”and “WARNING” will precede all safety

essages. These words mean:

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DANGER

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instructions.

WARNING

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instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you
how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if the safety instructions are not followed.

be killed or seriously injured if you donʼt follow

Accessories

Install gauges in the lines to monitor performance. A
relief valve can be installed at the inlet or outlet or both.
Consult a Gast representative for performance
limitations.

If operating in a dirt contaminated atmosphere, a
suitable filter should be used to ensure long service.

Motor Control

t is your responsibility to contact a qualified

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electrician and assure that the electrical installation is
adequate and in conformance with all national and local
codes and ordinances.

All electric motors generate heat. To avoid serious burns,
never touch unit during or immediately after operation.

lways disconnect power source before servicing. Do not

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block the flow of cooling air over the motor in any way.
Keep the air flow vents free of foreign objects, dirt, lint,
etc.

INSTALLATION

Correct installation is your responsibility. Make sure you

have the proper installation conditions and that
installation clearances do not block air flow.

Blocking air flow over the product in any way can cause
the product to overheat.

Mounting

This product can be installed in any orientation.
Mounting the product to a stable, rigid operating surface
and using shock mounts will reduce noise and vibration.

Plumbing

To prevent air flow restriction, use pipes and fittings of
the same size or larger than the barbed or threaded
ports. Note that the ports are not designed to support

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plumbing.