1. Introduction
Recycling and Disposal Information
User Manual
Recycling and Disposal Information
The Brooks Automation Product contains refrigerant that may requires special handling for disposal or
recycling.
Refrigerant
A qualified refrigeration technician is needed to remove the refrigerant from the P-102. Follow all
facility and regulatory procedures for the disposal of hazardous materials.
Disposal of the P-102 When Decommissioning
Follow all facility and regulatory procedures for the disposal of hazardous materials.
WARNING
CHEMICAL HAZARD
Whenever any cleaning fluid is used during service of the P-102,
the facility’s environmental procedures must be followed regarding
the storage, handling, and disposal of that fluid.
Thermal Hazard
The condenser and compressor inside the P-102 become hot during operation. Wait 90 minutes after
you perform Lockout/Tagout according to the facility procedures before removing any covers.
WARNING
THERMAL HAZARD (hot)
Hot surfaces can cause burns and personal injury.
Do not operate the P-102 without all covers in place. Wait 90
minutes after performing Lockout/Tagout according to the
facilities procedure before removing any cover.
The probe is to be at +10° C (50° F) before any person touches the probe. When removing the probe
from the vacuum housing protect yourself from contact with the cold probe when handling.
Allow the cold probe to warm up for at least 90 minutes by which time it should be at +10° C (50° F). If
signs of frost are still evidenced, then wait until all signs of frost are gone. If you must handle the probe
before then, use appropriate personal protective equipment needed to protect against frostbite hazard.
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