8 Decommissioning
8.1 Shutting down for longer periods
Procedure for an extended standstill of the turbo pumping station
1. Remove the pumping station from the vacuum system where necessary.
2. Replace the operating fluid reservoir of the turbopump where necessary.
3. Seal the flange openings using the original protective covers.
4. Only store the pumping station in indoor areas at temperatures between -10 °C and +40 °C.
5. In rooms with a humid or caustic atmosphere: Seal the pumping station airtight in a plastic bag
together with a drying agent.
8.2 Recommissioning
NOTICE
Damage to the turbopump due to excessive aging of the operating fluid after recommission
ing
The storage capacity of the operating fluid in the turbopump is limited. Excessive aging of the operat-
ing fluid can result in the ball bearings failing and cause damage to the turbopump.
► Observe the usable service life of the operating fluid:
● Without operation, maximum of 2 years,
● Following operating and standstill times, 4 years in total.
► Observe the maintenance instructions and inform Pfeiffer Vacuum Service.
Procedure for recommissioning the pumping station
1. Check the pumping station for contamination and humidity.
2. Clean the pumping station externally with a lint-free cloth cloth and a little industrial alcohol.
3. Have the pumping station thoroughly cleaned by Pfeiffer Vacuum Service as necessary.
4. Have the pumping station components serviced by Pfeiffer Vacuum Service as necessary.
5. Install the pumping station in accordance with these instructions
6. Put the pumping station back into operation in accordance with these instructions
.
8.3 Disposal
WARNING
Health risk and potential environmental damage due to toxic contaminated parts or devices
Toxic process media result in contamination of the devices or parts thereof. During maintenance work
there is a health risk due to contact with these poisonous substances. The non-permitted disposal of
toxic substances results in environmental damage.
► Take appropriate safety precautions and avoid health risks or environmental hazards due to toxic
process media.
► Decontaminate the affected parts before carrying out maintenance work.
► Wear protective equipment.
► Dispose all substances safely and in accordance with the locally applicable regulations.
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