WARNING 
 
The wipes used to clean the flange of the pump might become hazardous waste 
depending upon the solvent (alcohol). Dispose of the contaminated wipes 
appropriately according to the regulations of each national and/or local government. 
WARNING 
 
Obey the safety instructions given below and take note of appropriate precautions 
when disposing of hazardous waste. If you do not, you can cause injury to people 
and damage to equipment. 
CAUTION 
 
A splinter shield is attached to the inlet port flange to prevent foreign materials from falling into the 
STP pump. Always leave the splinter shield attached during operation. 
CAUTION 
 
ALWAYS install the STP pump in such a manner that foreign materials cannot easily fall into it. 
Foreign materials falling into the STP pump through the splinter shield may result in product 
damage. 
 
Inspect the seals of inlet and outlet port flanges for dirt or oil spots before installing the STP pump to 
the vacuum equipment. 
Take the following measures for cleaning the seals: 
• Clean off with a pure gas. 
• Wipe with proper solvent (such as alcohol). 
The splinter shield cannot perfectly prevent foreign materials from falling into the STP pump. 
ALWAYS install the STP pump in such a manner that foreign materials cannot easily fall into it (for 
example, Si wafers or samples are positioned above the STP pump). If this is not possible, always 
attach a shield plate with sufficient conductance above the STP pump to prevent foreign materials 
from falling into it. Foreign materials falling into the STP pump through the splinter shield may result 
in product damage. 
Take care not to scratch the flange of the STP pump. 
Check whether or not there are scratches on the surface, before installing the STP pump. If 
unsatisfactory, contact Edwards.