Pfeiffer Vacuum ACP 28 CP, Operating Instructions Manual

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– length of each strap
> 605 mm
– load per strap > 16 kg
3. With the sling, lift the pump using the hoisting ring.
A wheel kit is available as accessory: fitted over the frame, it facilitates the movement of the pump over
short distances
(see chapter “Accessories”, page 45) and (see chapter “Dimensions”, page 49) .
3.3 Storage
Storing a new pump
Pfeiffer Vacuum recommends storing the products in their original transport pack-
aging.
1. Keep the pump wrapped in its protective envelope.
2. Always leave the inlet, the exhaust blanking plates in place.
3. Store the pump in line with the permitted storage temperatures for a maximum period of
1 year .
Storing a new pump for longer than 1 year
Run the pump regularly at least once a year : factors such as temperature, degree of humidity, salt air,
etc. may cause the deterioration of the pump components.
1. Let the pump run:
● for 30 minutes with gas ballast opened or while injecting a dry neutral gas into the pump (G
version).
● then for 30 minutes at ultimate pressure (inlet, gas ballast and purge ports closed).
2. Stop the pump.
3. Seal the pump inlet, exhaust and purge ports with included accessories.
4. Repeat this
at least once a year .
Beyond 4 years, the pump must be reviewed at our service centers before commissioning (see chap-
ter “Service solutions from Pfeiffer Vacuum”, page 43) .
Storage after use
1. Stop the pump according to the pump shut-down procedure.
2. Disconnect the pump from the installation.
3. Seal the pump inlet, exhaust and purge ports with included accessories.
4. Store the pump in a clean, dry, non-polluted area for a maximum of
6 months according to the
storage temperatures.
Extended storage beyond 6 months after use
Run the pump regularly because factors such as temperature, degree of humidity, salt air, etc. may
cause the deterioration of the pump components.
1. Let the pump run:
● for 30 minutes with gas ballast opened or while injecting a dry neutral gas into the pump (G
version).
● then for 30 minutes at ultimate pressure (inlet, gas ballast and purge ports closed).
2. Stop the pump.
3. Seal the pump inlet, exhaust and purge ports with included accessories.
4. Repeat this at least
every 6 months .
Beyond 2 years, the pump must be revised before commissioning.
Never store a pump that has been used! Return the pump to the service center (see chapter “Service
solutions from Pfeiffer Vacuum”, page 43) .
Transportation and Storage
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