vacuubrand RE 2.5, Instructions For Use Manual

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Commissioning (operation)
Operation with condensable vapors
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Allow the pump to attain its operating temperature before
pumping condensable vapors. Keep the vapor inlet pressure
below the permitted maximum.
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Open the manual gas ballast valve in case of pumping signif ‑
icant amounts of vapor,
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see chapter: 5.2.1 Operation with 5.2.1 Operation with
gas ballast on page 43 gas ballast on page 43
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Oil level check
NOTE NOTE
A too low oil level during operation may damage the
vacuum pump.
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Check the oil level of the vacuum pump every time before
starting the pump.
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Check the oil level of the vacuum pump at least once a
week.
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Check the oil level more frequently if high amounts of gas
or vapor are pumped or if operating the vacuum pump with
open gas ballast valve.
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Oil consumption will increase at inlet pressures above
75 Torr (100 mbar). In that case check the oil level more fre ‑
quently.
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Adjust the oil level, if necessary,
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see chapter: 7.3 Oil 7.3 Oil
change on page 56 change on page 56
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Pay attention to pumped media
CAUTION
Possible damage due to aggressive or cor-
rosive media.
Aggressive or corrosive gases or vapors can damage per ‑
sonnel, environment or the vacuum pump.
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Use appropriate accessories to protect personnel, envi‑
ronment, and the vacuum pump.
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Use accessories such as cold trap, separator, oil sepa‑
rator, or shut‑off valves ,
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see chapter: 8.4 Ordering 8.4 Ordering
information on page 66 information on page 66
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Use special oil to protect the pump, if necessary.
Condensable vapors
Check oil level