Vacuson 18
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Operating Instructions, Vacuson 18, Art. No. 31790, V06/14
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Starting up
6.1
Device setup
• Place the Vacuson 18 suction pump and all required accessories and instruments on an even, non-slip sur-
face and make sure you have good access to all controls.
• Do not allow the operating range of the device (including cable) and the connected instrument to be com-
promised by limiting factors.
• The manometer must be fully visible at all times.
• The main switch at the front of the device must be accessible at all times.
• The ventilation slots at the housings bottom of the Vacuson 18 must be kept clear in order to prevent
temperature from becoming excessive.
• While in operation the Vacuson 18 suction pump must be at least 1 meter above ground.
6.2
Connection to the power supply
Before switching on, make sure that the power supply unit of the device matches the country’s specific
service voltage!
The power supply unit of the Vacuson 18 pump is not swichable to the country specific service voltage. The
device has to be ordered according to the country specific service voltage.
In order to prevent the risk of an electric shock, the device may only be connected to a power network
with a PE protective ground conductor.
Connect the device power plug with the wall socket.
6.3
Preparation of secretion jars
1.
Hold open jar available (1.5 or 2 liter).
2.
Put secretion jar lid on the secretion jar and close
it, turning clockwise.
