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storage and disposal
A533-23-880 Issue C
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storage and disposal
7.1
Storage
CAUTION
Drain the cooling-water from the iF system, if you will transport or store it in conditions where the cooling-water
could freeze. If you do not, the cooling-water may freeze in the iF system and damage the pump(s) and/or the
cooling-water pipelines.
Store the iF system as follows:
1. If applicable, ensure that the pumps have been shut down as described in Section 5.9 and disconnect all
services, process and exhaust connections.
2. Fit blanking-plates to all vacuum inlets and exhaust outlets. Place protective covers over the iF services
connection points.
3. Store the iF system in clean dry conditions until required.
4. When required for use, prepare and install the iF system as described in Section 3 of this manual.
7.2
Disposal
Dispose of the iF system and any components safely in accordance with all local and national safety and
environmental requirements.
Pump system materials suitable for recycling include cast iron, steel, SG iron, PTFE, stainless steel, brass, aluminium,
zinc alloy, nickel, mild steel, ABS.
Take particular care with the following:
Fluoroelastomers which may have decomposed as the result of being subjected to high temperatures
Components which have been contaminated with dangerous process substances.
