Thermo Scientific iCAP Q Operating Manual page 119

CAUTION
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CAUTION
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CAUTION
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CAUTION
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Vacuum Hazard. Risk of injury. Never expose part of the body to the
vacuum. There is a danger of injury.
Never operate the pump with an open and thus accessible inlet.
Vacuum connections as well as oil filling and oil draining openings
must not be opened during operation of the pump.
Depending on the process involved, dangerous substances and oil may
escape from the pump. Take the necessary safety precautions!
Disconnect the unit from the power supply before starting any work.
Tripping Hazard. Lay electric feed lines so that there is no risk of
tripping over these.
Hot Surface. In normal operation, the pump surface temperature can
reach 85 °C. There is a risk of burning. Switch off the pump and let it
cool down before any intervention or take appropriate precautions. It is
recommended to use an oil casing or pump touching protection at high
ambient temperatures.
As a touching protection, you can use the noise reduction cover.
All work on a pump which is "still warm from operation" must be done
only whilst wearing protective gloves.
Handle the pump only while vented and after having let it cool down.
Never remove the oil-fill or oil-drain plugs while the pump is running.
There exists the risk of suffering burns. Always wear protective gloves
and protective goggles also for protection against the oil.
Hazardous Chemicals. Danger of injury. The pumps use
perfluoropolyether (PFPE) as a lubricant. When handling PFPE you
should observe the following: During thermal decomposition at
temperatures over 290 °C toxic and corrosive gases are released. This is
not likely to happen in a Sogevac pump. When handling PFPE keep it
way from open fires. Do not smoke with PFPE on your fingers.
Touch the inner sections of the pumps only while wearing clean gloves,
and use clean tools; do the necessary work in clean and dry rooms.
Additional Safety Information
iCAP Q Operating Manual (P/N 1288090, Revision B)
Fore Vacuum Pump
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