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Transport and storage
2.3 Improper use
Improper use will cause all claims for liability and guarantees to be forfeited. Im-
proper use is deemed to be all use for purposes deviating from those mentioned
above, especially:
• Pumping of corrosive gases (with exception of corrosiv gas versions).
• Pumping of explosive media.
• Operation of the pump in potentially explosive areas.
• Pumping of gases containing impurities such as particles, dusts and condensate;
note the vapour compatibility levels of the pump.
• Pumping of substances that tend to sublime.
• Use of the vacuum pump to generate pressure.
• Pumping of liquids.
• The use of operating fluids not specified by Pfeiffer Vacuum.
• Connection to pumps or units which are not suitable for this purpose according
to their operating instructions.
• Connection to units which have touchable and voltage carrying parts.
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Transport and storage
3.1 Transport
Transport instructions
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Remove the locking cap from the vacuum and exhaust flange immediately be-
fore connecting!
– Check the cone strainer, paying attention to the o-ring.
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Use only the crane eye on the top side of the pump to lift the pump.
Fig. 1: Transporting the pump
3.2 Storage
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Check that all the openings on the pump are securely closed.
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Store the pump in a cool, dry place; preferably at room temperature (approx.
20°C).
– For a longer period of storage, seal the pump in a PE bag with drying agents
enclosed.
– For a period of storage longer than one year, it is recommended to carry out
maintenance and change the operating fluid.
