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Introduction
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1Introduction
1.1 Scope and definitions
This manual provides installation, operation and maintenance instructions for the Edwards XDS5 and XDS10 dry
pumps. You must use the XDS pump as specified in this manual. Read this manual before you install, operate and
maintain the XDS pump.
Important safety information is highlighted as WARNING and CAUTION instructions; you must obey these instructions.
The use of WARNINGS and CAUTIONS is defined below.
Cautions are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in damage to the equipment, associated
equipment and process.
Throughout this manual, page, figure and table numbers are sequential.
The following IEC warning labels appear on the pump:
Warnings are given where failure to observe the instruction could result in injury or death to
people.
Warning - refer to accompanying documentation.
Warning - risk of electric shock.
Warning - hot surfaces.