5 Installation
5.1 Installing the vacuum pump
max. 10
°
> 35 mm
Fig. 5:
Minimum distances and permissible inclination
Procedure
1. Place the vacuum pump on a flat, horizontal surface, to safeguard the operating fluid supply.
2. Observe the max. permissible angle of inclination of ±10°.
3. Screw the base plate of the vacuum pump to the mounting surface if necessary.
4. When installing the pump in a closed housing, ensure adequate air circulation.
5. Keep the sight glass and gas ballast valve visible and freely accessible.
6. Keep the voltage and frequency specifications on the motor rating plate visible and freely accessi-
ble.
7. Fill with operating fluid prior to first commissioning.
– You can find the quantity and type of the operating fluid on the rating plate.
5.2 Connecting the vacuum side
NOTICE
Property damage from contaminated gases
Pumping down gases that contain impurities (condensate, particles) damages the vacuum pump.
► Use suitable filters or separators from the Pfeiffer Vacuum range of accessories, to protect the
vacuum pump.
Installation and operation of accessories
Pfeiffer Vacuum offers a series of special, compatible accessories for its rotary vane
pumps.
● You can find information and ordering options for approved
● Described accessories are not included in the shipment.
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