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Transport and storage
2.3
Proper use
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The vacuum pump may only be used to generate a vacuum.
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Use sealing gas, depending on the process.
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Installation, operating and maintenance regulations must be complied with.
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Other accessories, than those described in this manual, must not be used without the
agreement of Pfeiffer Vacuum.
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Only use the standard lubricants for applications with oxygen concentration
≤
21 %.
At higher oxygen concentrations use application-specific lubricant after consulting
Pfeiffer Vacuum.
2.4
Improper use
Improper use will cause all claims for liability and warranties to be forfeited. Improper use
is defined as usage for purposes deviating from those mentioned above, especially:
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pumping of corrosive gases
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pumping of explosive media
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operation in potentially explosive areas
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operation of the pump with open vacuum or fore-vacuum flange open to the atmo-
sphere
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use of the vacuum pump to generate pressure
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connection to pumps or units which are not suitable for this purpose according to their
operating instructions
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connection to units which have exposed voltage-carrying parts
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the evacuation of gases that may form adherent deposits or condensate in the suction
chamber
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Pumping of gases containing impurities such as particles and dusts
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Transport and storage
3.1
Transport
NOTICE
EC conformity
The manufacturer's declaration of conformity becomes invalid if the operator modifies
the original product or installs additional components.
Following installation into a plant and before commissioning, the operator must check
the entire system for compliance with the valid EU directives and reassess it accord-
ingly.
WARNING
Danger from falling and swinging loads!
When lifting the pump there is a danger of falling parts.
Make sure that there are no persons under the suspended load.
Close off and supervise the area under the pump.
