VACUUBRAND GKF 1000i - Manual (Page 3)

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the validity of this document with respect to his product. Manual-no.: 999076 / 19/09/2012
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Safety information!
General information
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Read this manual carefully before installing or operating the equipment.
Observe the instructions contained in this manual.
Comply with technical data and notes on use and operation.
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Do not use any damaged equipment.
• Prior to every use: Check the cold trap for damage. The glass surfaces must be
free from damage, notches, cracks or scrapers.
Remove the product from its packing-box. If the equipment is damaged, notify the
supplier and the carrier in writing within three days; state the item number of the
product together with the order number and the supplier’s invoice number. Retain all
packing material for inspection. In case, mount enclosed components.
Intended use
☞ Comply with notes on correct vacuum connections, see section ”Use and opera-
tion”.
Use the cold trap for the intended use only, i.e., for the condensation of vapours in
vacuum installations.
Suitable coolants: Liquid nitrogen (LN
2
) or acetone-dry ice (CO
2
) mixtures.
Setting up and installing the cold trap GKF 1000i
☞ Prevent any part of the human body from coming into contact with vacuum or with
cryogenic coolant.
• Assemble the cold trap to a base plate or or fixate at a stand mounting. Provide a
firm, level platform. Check that the system to be evacuated as well as the hose and
ground joint connections are mechanically stable and that all fittings are secure.
• Note: Flexible elements will shrink when evacuated.
• Prevent mechanical stress at the connection due to tensile force or vibrations.
• Connect hoses gas tight towards the vacuum installation and towards the inlet of
the vacuum pump.
• Maximum operating pressure: 1.1 bar absolute.
Comply with all applicable and relevant safety requirements (regulations and guide-
lines). Implement the required actions and adopt suitable safety measures.
Ambient conditions
☞ Pay attention to the permissible maximum ambient temperatures between
+10°C and +40°C (see ”Technical data”).
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