Labconco VACUUBRAND HYBRID Rotary Vane Pump 7584000 - Manual (Page 30)

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pg. 36) in particular must not be drained while pump is
operating.
In case of a clogged filter, oil mist might be visible in the
oil filter housing, or the filter might be discolored or exhibit
deposits on the inside. If the filter element is clogged, dis-
assemble the oil mist filter and replace the filter element.
Under certain circumstances, clogged filter elements can
be cleaned using suitable solvents. However, it is safer to
use a new filter element (see section ”Replacing the filter
element in the oil mist filter”, pg. 49).
Do not reuse separated oil if it is contaminated or discol-
ored.
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Important: Comply with regulations when disposing
of solvents/condensates. Recycle if possible; purify if
contaminated.
Pumping chemically aggressive or toxic gas-
es and vapors
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Avoid explosive conditions when compressing explo-
sible and flammable substances/mixtures. In such in-
stances, use inert gas for gas ballast.
Attention: The gas ballast of the diaphragm pump is
permanently connected to the system.
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Implement special protective measures to protect per-
sonnel, pump, and environment.
• Install a cold trap (see ”Accessories”, pg. 36), if the
thermodynamic conditions of the application are such
that vapors could condense in the rotary vane pump.
Wait until the pump has reached its operating tempera-
ture before connecting it to the vacuum system.
Before switching off, allow the pump to run for a few min-
utes, initially with the rotary vane pump‘s gas ballast valve
NOTICE