"Camel" Liquid Ring Medical Vacuum
Medical Systems
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1.3 Locations Above Sea Level
The safety relief valves and vacuum control switches on the
Lifeline
“Camel” Vacuum systems are factory set for
an altitude less than or equal to 2000 ft. However, if the altitude is greater than 2000 ft, certain adjustments may be
necessary to compensate for a lower barometric pressure.
1.3.1 Compensation for Altitude
All vacuum pumps above sea level have reduced flow and should be de-rated. After determining the correct flow
needed for the medical vacuum system, multiply this number by the adjustment factor in the following chart. After
determining the new flow required, use this number to size the medical vacuum system.
Altitude Adjustment Factor
Altitude
(ft)
Normal Barometric Pressure
(inches HG)
Multiplier used
for Required SCFM
0 29.92 1.00
500 29.39 1.02
1,000 28.86 1.04
1,500 28.33 1.06
2,000 27.82 1.08
2,500 27.32 1.10
3,000 26.82 1.12
3,500 26.33 1.14
4,000 25.84 1.16
5,000 24.90 1.20
6,000 23.98 1.25
>6,000
Contact
BeaconMedæs
Contact
BeaconMedæs
1.4 Vibration Control
Each system is supplied with vibration isolators and flexible connections to isolate the surrounding area and piping
from undue vibration. These accessories are shipped in a separate container that is attached to the system shipping
crate. The flexible connections are for straight-line connection only, and are provided for the vacuum inlet, seal
water connections, as well as the discharge. It is essential to each installation that flex connections and vibration
isolators are used in conjunction with one another.
Failure to do so could result in the warranty being voided.
