8. Storage and disposal
8.1 Storage
CAUTION:
Observe the storage temperature limits stated in Operang and storage condions
on page 13. Storage below -30 °C will permanently damage the pump seals.
Note:
If a new pump is to be stored in condions of high humidity, remove the pump from its
cardboard packaging box; dispose of the box (refer to Disposal on page 49).
Use the following procedure to store the pump:
1.
Shut-down the pump as described in Shut-down on page 39.
2.
Disconnect the pump from the electrical supply.
3.
Purge the vacuum system and the pump with dry nitrogen and disconnect the
pump from the vacuum system.
4. Replace the oil as described in Replace the oil on page 42.
5. Place and secure protecve covers over the inlet and outlet-ports.
6. Store the pump in cool, dry condions unl required for use. When required,
prepare and install the pump as described in Installaon on page 25. If the pump
has been stored for more than a year, before installing the pump it must be
cleaned and overhauled as described in the instrucons supplied with the clean
and overhaul kit.
8.2 Disposal
Dispose of the pump and any components removed from it safely in accordance with all
local and naonal safety and environmental requirements.
Take parcular care with components and waste oil which have been contaminated with
dangerous process substances.
Do not incinerate uoroelastomer seals and O-rings.
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