Safety
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operation manual VCpro 600
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Safety
2.1
General
Anyone who will use the device must have read and understood the following safety and
warning notices.
All activities may only be performed by trained personnel who are familiar with the special
hazards and heed them and who have understood the functioning and operation manual
of the vacuum controller.
The device may only be used if it is in technically perfect condition.
2.2
Use
2.2.1
Proper use
The vacuum controller is a device, which with adjustable parameters, is used for control of
an absolute pressure between normal pressure and 1 mbar for vacuum applications in the
industrial sector and laboratories.
The device is only to be used indoors and may not be used in potentially explosive atmos-
phere.
Operation of the device is only permissible under the conditions described
in Chapter
on the type plate,
and in the technical specification for the order in question.
Furthermore, proper use includes:
Heeding the warning/safety measures in this operation manual and of the connected de-
vices
Heeding the operation manual
Adherence to the operation manuals for connected vacuum pumps and laboratory vacu-
um systems from Gardner Denver Thomas GmbH
Use of approved spare parts and accessories from Gardner Denver Thomas GmbH
► Any other use will be regarded as improper!
2.2.2
Improper use
CAUTION
►
With proper use, personal injury or property damage can occur.
►
The operator must ensure proper operation!
The following is regarded as improper use:
Use that does not correspond to the proper use
Use outside of the specifications of the technical data, the type plate or the conditions
named in the delivery contract
Operation in less-than-perfect technical condition
Operation with missing or defective protective equipment
Operation outdoors
Uses that are improper must be prevented by the operator or measures must be taken that
ensure proper operation!