WARNING: TOXIC MATERIAL
Risk of inhalation injury. If within the system toxic substances or gases are being
used, then the operator must obey the necessary safety precautions.
▪ Please see ATEX section for more information of internal ATEX▪
classication.
▪ The product in its standard version is not normally suited for pumping of:▪
▪ combustible and explosive gases and vapours▪
▪ radioactive and toxic gases and vapours▪
▪ pyrophoric substances▪
▪ extremely aggressive or corrosive media▪
▪ dusty media▪
▪ liquids▪
▪ solids▪
▪ Please consult us rst when considering operation under such▪
conditions.
▪ If the pump has previously pumped hazardous gases take the▪
appropriate safety measures before opening the intake or exhaust ports.
Use gloves, a breathing mask or protective clothing to avoid skin
contact with toxic or highly corrosive substances. Work under a fume
hood.
▪ Contaminated parts can be detrimental to health and environment.▪
Before beginning with any work, rst nd out whether any parts are
contaminated. Adhere to the relevant regulations and take the necessary
precautions when handling contaminated parts.
2.6Noise hazard
WARNING: NOISE HAZARD
Risk of high noise levels in this area. Hearing protection must be worn when this
equipment is in operation.
The noise level of the pump during ultimate pressure operation corresponds
to the values stated in the technical data. In other operating modes
and depending on the connected vacuum system, higher values can be
expected. Make sure that suitable protection measures are taken to protect
your hearing.
2.7Danger of pump damage
CAUTION: PUMP DAMAGE
Risk of damage to the equipment. Do not allow the ingestion of any objects
(screws, welding beads, nuts, washers, pieces of wire, etc.) through the intake
port of the pump.
▪ The exhaust line should be laid so that it slopes down and away from▪
the pump to prevent condensate from back streaming into the pump.
▪ During installation work on the intake and discharge pipe do not subject▪
anges to excessive loads.
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