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GS Pumps – use and maintenance
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4.00 RISKS LIST
4.01 Mechanical risk
The presence inside the vacuum pump of detachable parts leades to the evaluation of the possible machanical
risks due to the parts same. For this reason, G.E.V. has equipped all their machines with protective casing
firmily screwed on pumps and fit for protecting the personnel dealing with the pumps. It is reccomended to
provide for skilled personnel.
4.02 Temperature risks
In those model where the ABS protective casing are missing, a lable is usually stickered on to prevent high
4.03 Acoustic risks
G.E.V. vacuum pumps have been designed and manufactured taking into consideration the acoustic risks’
standards presently in force in all CE countries.
5.00 START – UP
5.01 Check - up
Check that the motor is rotating in the correct direction; if the pump is installed in a dusty environment, it is
necessary to fit one or more additional filters. For some applications, it is advisable to equip vacuum pump
with an oil bath filter (GFOP) in line with a cartridged filter (GFMV or GFCV) as follows:
