STP-iXR1606 Turbomolecular Pump
MT-79E-001-D
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INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Scope and definitions
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Edwards
Turbomolecular Pump (abbreviated to "STP pump" throughout this manual). You must use the STP
pump as specified in this manual otherwise the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Important safety information is highlighted as WARNING and CAUTION instructions; these
instructions are mandatory. The use of WARNINGS and CAUTIONS is defined below:
WARNING
Warnings are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in serious injury
or death to people.
CAUTION
Cautions are given where failure to observe the instruction could result minor personal injury in
damage to the equipment, associated equipment and/or process.
Note: Items you must follow during operation and maintenance.
Throughout this manual, page, figure and table numbers are sequential.
The units used throughout this manual conform to the SI international system of units of
measurement; US equivalent units of measurement are also given.
The following IEC warning labels/symbols appear on the STP-iXR1606 Turbomolecular Pump and
the STP Pump Instruction Manual:
Warning - This symbol denotes general warning
Refer to accompanying documentation and instruction manual.
Warning - Hazardous Voltage
This symbol denotes the risk of electrical shock.
Warning - Heavy object
This symbol denotes the risk of low back pain and fall.
Warning - Hot surface
This symbol denotes the risk of burns.