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Installation
B777-50-880 Issue D
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Installation
3.1
Unpack and inspect
CAUTION
Do not damage the envelope surface of the HF variant as this may cause corrosion and a reduction in
performance. In this event the pump must be returned to the nearest service centre.
Take care when unpacking the pump to avoid excessive mechanical shocks which could damage the bearings and
reduce the life of the pump. The pump is supplied with the inlet and outlet sealed to prevent entry of dust and
vapour. Do not remove these seals until ready to install the pump on the vacuum system.
Remove the outer cardboard packaging and check the pump. If the pump is damaged, notify the supplier and carrier
in writing within three days; state the item number of the pump together with the order number and supplier's
invoice number. Retain all the packing materials for inspection. Do not use the pump if it is damaged.
Check that the package contains the items listed in
. If any of these items is missing, notify the supplier in
writing within three days. If the pump is not to be used immediately, store the pump in suitable conditions as
described in
. Retain all packing materials for use if the pump is returned for service.
3.2
Typical installation
A typical pump system with an EXT556H pump is shown in
.The accessories available for the EXT556H pump
are detailed in
. The accessories are shown in
3.3
Connection to the vacuum system
Carefully remove the pump from packaging media and connect to the vacuum system.
WARNING
The EXT556H DN160CF pump variant weighs 21 kg. Observe correct manual handling techniques
when manoeuvring it.
WARNING
Install the pump on the vacuum system before connecting the controller to the power supply. This
will ensure that the pump cannot operate and injure people during installation.
Table 6 - List of items supplied
Qty
Description
1
EXT556H turbomolecular pump
1
Inlet screen (fitted)
1
Inlet seal (trapped 'O' ring, co-seal or copper compression gasket)