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If the vacuum pump conveyed gas that was contaminated with foreign materials which
are dangerous to health:
• Decontaminate the vacuum pump as well as possible and state the contamination
status in a ‘Declaration of Contamination’.
Busch will only accept vacuum pumps that come with a complete filled in and legally
binding signed ‘Declaration of Contamination’.
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• Shut down the vacuum pump and lock against inadvertent start up.
• Vent the connected lines to atmospheric pressure.
Version with water-oil heat exchanger:
• Turn off the water supply.
• Disconnect the water supply.
• Open the water bypass valve (WBV).
• Clean the cooling water inlet with compressed air.
• Disconnect all connections.
If the vacuum pump is going to be stored:
• See
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9.1 Dismantling and Disposal
• Drain the oil.
• Remove the exhaust filters.
• Remove the oil filter.
• Separate special waste from the vacuum pump.
• Dispose of special waste in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Dispose of the vacuum pump as scrap metal.
10 Spare Parts
NOTICE
Use of non-Busch genuine spare parts.
Risk of premature failure!
Loss of efficiency!
• The exclusive use of Busch genuine spare parts and consumables is recommended for
the proper function of the vacuum pump and for granting of warranty.
• Contact your Busch representative if you need any spare parts.
