Safety during operation – VACUUBRAND MV 10C NT + EK User Manual
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protective action for pump and environment.
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You must take suitable precautions to prevent any for-
mation of explosive mixtures in the pump chamber or
at the outlet of the pump. In case, e.g., of a diaphragm
failure, mechanically generated sparks, hot surfaces
or static electricity may ignite these mixtures. Use inert
gas for gas ballast or venting, if necessary.
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Drain appropriately or otherwise remove any poten-
tially explosive mixtures at the outlet of the pump, or
dilute them to non-explosive concentrations.
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Never operate this pump if it has a damaged cord or
plug.
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If the pump is not working properly, has been dropped
or has fallen into water, contact your pump service pro-
vider.
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Prevent any part of the human body from coming into
contact with vacuum.
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If there is an exhaust isolation valve, make sure that you
cannot operate the equipment with the valve closed to
avoid a
risk of bursting!
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Always provide a free and pressureless exhaust outlet
to avoid damage to pump valves and risk of bursting.
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Check the overpressure safety relief device at the ex-
haust waste vapor condenser at appropriate intervals.
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Comply with applicable regulations when disposing of
chemicals. Take into consideration that chemicals may
be contaminated. Take adequate precautions to pro-
tect people from the effects of dangerous substances
(chemicals, thermal decomposition products of fluoro-
elastomers). Use appropriate protective clothing and
safety goggles.
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Interruption of the pump (e.g., due to power failure),
failure of connected components or of parts of the sup-