Safety Information
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0.3 Hazards Caused by Materials and Substances
1 The product in its standard version is not suited for operation in explo-
sion hazard areas.
2 The product is not suited for pumping of
combustible and explosive gases and vapours
radioactive and toxic gases and vapours
pyrophrous substances
oxygen which exceeds the concentration in the atmosphere
(> 21%).
3 When using oil lubricated backing pumps, there is the risk of escaping
oil mist. Use a suitable exhaust filter or an exhaust line, see
Accessories.
4 If the system has previously pumped hazard ous gases take the appro-
priate safety mea sures before opening the intake or ex haust ports.
Use gloves, a breathing mask or protective clothing and work under a
fume hood.
0.4 Danger of Damages to the Pump System
1 The pump system is not suited for pumping of liquids or of dusty,
aggressive or corrosive media.
2 The pump system must only be detached from the vacuum chamber
and moved, provided the pump has been allowed to run down com-
pletely and is at a full standstill.
3 Exposure of the pump to accelerating forces must be avoided or
reduced to such an extent that the rotor unit will not be excited by
vibrations. In the case of critical applications you must consult our
Applications Dept. first.
4 The pump must only be opened by such persons who have been
authorised by Leybold to do so.
5 Ensure that no items like bolts, nuts, washers, pieces of wire, for
example, enter into the inlet of the pump. Foreign objects which enter
into the pump will generally cause severe damage. Damage caused by
the intake of foreign objects is not covered by our warranty.
6 The equipment must not be exposed to drip or spray water.
7 Set the device up securely at its place of operation, so that it will not
fall or tip over in the event of any incident.
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