Hoefer VP200 - Manual (Page 9)

1. VP200 Vacuum Pump
function and description
The VP200 Vacuum Pump is especially well
suited to dry gels on the Hoefer GD2000
Vacuum Gel Dryer— the pump is highly
resistant to water vapor, acid, and gel staining
solution vapors. Two catchpots capture
condensate, one at the pump inlet and one at the
outlet. Each catchpot is held in place by a single
clamp for quick and easy removal and cleaning.
The pump is robust, easy to use, and requires
minimal maintenance.
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Fig 1. Main components of the
VP200 Vacuum Pump.
Important! Remove both
protective port covers before
turning on the pump!
Catchpots (2)
Removable clamps
(2, one on each catchpot)
Blind
plugs (2)
Pump support
Pump rating
plate
Gas ballast
valve
Handle
Inlet port
(labeled
“IN”
with hose
nozzle)
Distribution
head
Outlet port
(labeled
“EX”
with hose
nozzle)