4. Installation
4.1 Safety
WARNING:
Obey the safety instructions in this section and take note of appropriate precautions.
Failure to observe these instructions may result in injury to people and damage to
equipment.
WARNING:
Do not expose any part of the human body to vacuum as it can cause injury.
WARNING:
The pump is not recommended for pumping explosive gases or hazardous
substances.
WARNING:
Use suitable lifting equipment to move the pump. The mass is approximately 48 kg.
WARNING:
Take care when moving the pump into position. The pump's weight makes it difficult
to slide and movement should only be attempted by two people.
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A suitably trained and supervised technician must install the pump.
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Ensure that the installation technician is familiar with the safety procedures that
relate to the products processed by the pump.
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Wear the appropriate safety clothing when coming into contact with contaminated
components.
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Dismantle and clean contaminated components inside a fume cupboard.
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Vent and purge the vacuum system before starting installation work.
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Disconnect other components in the pump from the electrical supply so that they
cannot be operated accidentally.
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Refer to the Vacuum Pump and Vacuum System Safety manual (publication
number P40040100) before installing and using the pump to process hazardous or
flammable materials.
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Safely route any electrical cables and pipes to prevent a trip hazard.
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Check all required components are available and are of the correct type before
starting work.
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Do not reuse O
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rings or seals.
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