Operating instructions – Hoefer VP200 User Manual
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4. Operating instructions
Setting up the GD2000 system
Connecting the VP200 vacuum pump to the
Hoefer GD2000 Vacuum Gel Dryer. Use the
mounted handle when moving the pump.
1
Important! Remove both red protective coverings from
the inlet and outlet ports, if they are in place.
2
Attach one end of the provided vacuum tubing to the
vacuum nozzle at the back of the gel dryer. Connect
the other end of the tubing to the inlet port on top of
the catchpots (front, right-hand side).
3
The power outlet must be grounded. Plug the power
cord into the side panel of the gel dryer. When the
pump is plugged into the dryer control cabinet, the
vacuum timer on the dryer automatically turns the
pump on and off.
4
Turn on the VP200 mains power.
5
Check the connections for leaks by turning on the
vacuum and timer without heat, as described in the
Hoefer GD2000 gel dryer manual.
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Note: When replacing this
tubing, only use flexible larger
diameter vacuum tubing, and
use the shortest possible length.