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Mercury QuikVac 090
Operator's Manual
090-42801-00
May 2009

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  • Page 1 Mercury QuikVac 090 Operator’s Manual 090-42801-00 May 2009...
  • Page 2 © Micromeritics Instrument Corporation 2008-2009. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Warranty

    MICROMERITICS shall not be liable for consequential or other type damages resulting from the use of any of its products other than the liability stated above. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for use.
  • Page 5 Mercury QuikVac Description MERCURY QUIKVAC Description The Mercury QuikVac has been designed to assist you in recovering spilled mercury from your work area. Pump Filter Vapor Trap Filter Reservoir Bottle Nozzle The Mercury QuikVac is simply designed and easy to maintain and operate. It contains a small nozzle, which is used to pick up minor mercury spills.
  • Page 6: Installation

    Installation Mercury QuikVac Installation The Mercury QuikVac is shipped with all components installed with the exception of the fuses and the power cord. 1. Place the unit on a work table so that the back panel can be accessed. Power Cord Connector On/Off Switch Fuse Block 2.
  • Page 7 Mercury QuikVac Installation Remove the fuse holder from the housing. Insert a fuse on each side of the fuse holder. Fuse Fuse Fuse the input power line according to local safety practices. The fuses used in the Mercury QuikVac must be identical in type and rating to those specified. Use of other fuses could result in electrical shock or damage to the instrument.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Operation Mercury QuikVac Operation Before using the Mercury QuikVac, you may wish to add a little oil to the reservoir bottle. This helps to prevent the escape of mercury vapors. You may also wish to use latex gloves in the event you accidentally touch the mercury.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    Mercury QuikVac Maintenance Maintenance Disposing of the Mercury Empty the reservoir bottle when appropriate. 1. Remove the reservoir bottle from its platform and place on a work table. 2. Holding the cap, turn the reservoir bottle clockwise until it is removed from the cap. 3.
  • Page 10: Changing The Pump Filter

    Maintenance Mercury QuikVac Changing the Pump Filter Occasionally inspect the pump filter and change if it contains an accumulation of debris. 1. Remove the reservoir bottle from its platform and place on a work table. 2. Pull the tubing from the barb on the cap of the reservoir bottle. 3.
  • Page 11 Mercury QuikVac Maintenance Changing the Vapor Trap Filter The vapor trap filter should be changed annually if the QuikVac has received substantial use. 1. Pull the filter from its snap-in holder. 2. Holding onto the tubing, pull away the filter and discard. 3.
  • Page 12: Ordering Information

    Replacement parts for the Mercury QuikVac can be ordered using one of the following methods: • Call our Customer Service Department at (770) 662-3636 • Access our web site at www.micromeritics.com • Contact your local sales representative When ordering, please use the information provided below to place your order:...

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