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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The device is a leak detector for detecting and measuring leaks in test objects. The
device is suitable for leak detection using the vacuum method and the sniffer method.
• Operate the device only according to this instruction manual.
• Comply with application limits, see "Technical Data".
Improper use
Avoid the following, non-intended uses:
• Use outside the technical specifications, see "Technical Data"
• Use in radioactive areas
• Use of accessories or spare parts, which are not included in this instruction
manual
• Test of wet or damp test objects
• Pumping down of explosive, aggressive, corrosive, flammable, toxic or reactive
substances
• Pumping down of condensible fluids and vapors
• Pumping down of gases contaminated with particles
• Shock loads or vibrations
• Pumping hydrogen concentrations, which can explode in combination with oxygen.
The allowable composition of venal gas mixtures can be read in the safety data
sheets of the respective manufacturers.
• Using the device in potentially explosive atmospheres
• Inspecting electrically live conductors or objects with a sniffer line
• Sudden venting of vacuum systems
• Using the device as a seat or step
• Connect a test object that is not vacuum resistant
• Pumping out gases containing halogens such as fluorine or chlorine in high
concentration or over a long period of time. Use with refrigerants or SF6.
• Operation without exhaust pipe in poorly ventilated rooms, depending on the type
of gases used
Note: This device is not intended to be used in residential areas and cannot ensure
adequate protection of radio reception in such environments.
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