Operating Manual
VacuMaster
Chapter 1
Safety
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Checking the Vacuum
Gauge and the Warning
Device
Danger
Version 1: Warning device monitors the operating vacuum and power
failure
Switch on the lifting device.
Place the lifting device on a flat piece of sheet metal or similar material and
apply vacuum.
Caution
: Simply apply vacuum to attach the suction pads to the plate. Do not
lift the plate, since it may be dropped during the test!
When the vacuum has built up, lift the edge of a suction pad to create a
leak.
The reading on the vacuum gauge decreases. When the vacuum drops
below
–0.6 bar, the warning device must sound.
Checking the Vacuum
Hoses and Hose Clamps:
Check all vacuum hoses and clamps for proper mounting and tighten the
clamps if necessary.
Checking the Vacuum
Reservoir
See “Testing for Leaks"“ in chapter “Maintenance“
Correct any faults before using the device. If faults occur during operation,
switch the device off and correct the faults before continuing work with the
device.
