• An area that is free of externally applied mechanical
shock.
• A place that is free of a heat source (Keep clear from the
heat source or attach a thermal shield plate).
• A place that is free of a strong magnetic field (Range: up
to 15 mT (150 G) in the axial direction, and up to 3 mT
(30 G) in the radial direction).
• A place that is free of a strong electric field.
• A place that is free of radiation exposure.
• No high voltage discharge (more than 500 V) (If more
than 500 V is discharged, contact Edwards).
• A place at an altitude of 2,000 m or less.
• A place indoors.
• Others: An area that is free of exposure to direct
sunlight, high humidity, dust, salty air, dripping water,
explosive or flammable gas, corrosive gas, excessive
vibration, and sources of electric noise.
Avoid a situation where foreign materials can fall into the
STP pump (Ex. Si wafers or samples positioned above the
STP pump). (Place a shield plate to prevent foreign materials
from falling into the STP pump, and use the shield plate with
good conductance).
Install the STP pump so that the inlet flange of the STP pump
not to be exposed to heat sources. (Install the heat shield
plate to avoid getting radiation heat)