MagnaTran 7.1 User’s Manual
Safety
MN-003-1600-00
Vacuum Hazards
Brooks Automation
Revision 2.2
2-13
Vacuum Hazards
The MagnaTran 7 robot is designed for use in high vacuum applications.
WARNING
Whenever any vacuum pump exhaust is vented, the facilities’ envi-
ronmental procedures must be followed regarding the venting of
gases.
The standard vacuum safety measures for the application in which the robot is being
used should be applied.
DANGER
Implosion may result from equipment damage. It is essential that a
complete inspection of the equipment be performed prior to use.
WARNING
Opening an unequalized slot valve may result in severe damage to the
equipment.
CAUTION
The Brooks MagnaTran 7 is designed specifically for high vacuum
environments and has no overpressure protection. Internal pressures
must never exceed normal atmospheric pressure.
It is the user’s
responsibility to provide overpressure protection in the equipment
where the robot is installed.