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GA05118_1502 - 12/2006 - © Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum
Important Safety Information
Indicates procedures that must be strictly observed to prevent hazards to
persons.
Indicates procedures that must be strictly observed to prevent damage to, or
destruction of the product.
The Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum
TURBOVAC
have been designed for safe
and efficient operation when used properly and in accordance with these
Operating Instructions. It is the responsibility of the user to carefully read
and strictly observe all safety precautions described in this section and
throughout the Operating Instructions. The TURBOVAC
must only be
operated in the proper condition and under the conditions described
in the Operating Instructions
. It must be operated and maintained by
trained personnel only. Consult local, state, and national agencies regar-
ding specific requirements and regulations. Address any further safety,
operation and/or maintenance questions to our nearest office.
Failure to observe the following precautions could result in serious
personal injury!
Mechanical hazards
Risk of injury!
Avoid exposing any part of the human body to the vacuum. Only handle
the pump when it is vented.
Turbopumps as described in the following operation manual contains a
high portion of kinetic energy due to their high rotational speed in combi-
nation with the specific rotor mass.
In case of a malfunction of the system for example rotor/stator contact or
even a rotor crash the rotational energy is released.
To avoid the destruction of the equipment and to prevent injuries of the
operating staff the leading European manufacturers of vacuum pumps
strictly recommend to follow the installation instructions as given in this
manual!
Never operate the pump (in bench tests, for instance) without its being
flanged to the vacuum chamber.
The small-flange connector for the high-vacuum flange at the
TURBOVAC
50 is not strong enough to keep the pump from rotating if it should sud-
denly seize. Rotation of the pump can cause leaks in the forevacuum
line. Secure the pump additionally to prevent rotation in case it should
suddenly seize.
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