Safety Information
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When disposing of the pump, used lubricants and used oil filters
observe the applicable environment regulations.
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When pumping hazardous gases you must assume the presence of
hazardous residues in the pump.
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If the pump has been contaminated by the process or through envi-
ronmental influences, it must be decontaminated professionally.
Contaminated parts can be detrimental to health and the environment.
Before beginning with any repair and maintenance work inform yourself
about any possible contamination. When handling contaminated parts
observe the pertinent regulations and comply with the necessary pro-
tection measures.
When shipping contaminated pumps which require approval by the
authorities, note the applicable regulations regarding packaging and
shipping.
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Some pumps use perfluoropolyether
(PFPE)
as lubricant.
When handling PFPE you should observe the following:
During thermal decomposition at temperatures over 290 °C toxic and
corrosive gases are released. When handling PFPE keep it way from
open fires. Do not smoke with PFPE on your fingers.
Touch the inner sections of the pumps only while wearing clean gloves,
and use clean tools;
do the necessary work in clean and dry rooms;
after having removed the pump from its packaging, start it up as
quickly as possible;
as cleaning agents solvents based on hydrofluorether compounds may
be used.
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Fluoropolymers are used as sealants (FKM) and as lubricants (PFPE) in
the pumps. In case the pump suffers a severe mechanical failure, or is
misused, or was exposed in a fire, the possibility of hazardous sub-
stances being released owing to their thermal decomposition cannot
be excluded. Do not touch or inhale these thermal breakdown prod-
ucts of fluorinated materials.
0.5 Ignition Risk
The standard version of the pump
must not
be used to pump potentially
flammable atmospheres and is
not
suited for operation in explosion hazard
areas. Contact us before planning to use the pump under such circum-
stances.
0.6 Noise Hazard
The noise level of the pump during ultimate pressure operation with silenc-
er or connected discharge line corresponds to the values stated in the
Technical Data. In other operating modes and with other equipment, higher
values must be expected. Make sure that suitable protection measures are
taken to protect your hearing.
We recommend to wear hearing protectors (earmuffs), if local noise levels
exceed mandatory limits.
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