After a mains power failure in the pump may run up automatically as soon as
the mains power returns.
If the pump has been pumping hazardous gases before, then introduce
suitable precautions before opening the intake or exhaust connections.
If necessary, wear protection gloves, breathing protection or protective
clothing and work under a fume hood.
The turbomolecular pump system is not suited for pumping of dusty,
aggressive or corrosive media.
The turbomolecular pump system must only be uninstalled when not in
operation.
Accelerating forces must be avoided or reduced to such a level that the rotor
unit is not excited by vibrations. In critical applications consult our application
department first.
The pump must be only opened by persons duly authorised by Leybold.
2.1 Conforming Utilisation
Vacuum pump systems as described in the catalogue are not suited for
pumping of:
oxygen at levels exceeding the concentration present in the
atmosphere,
hazardous gases,
easily flammable, explosive or toxic gases,
extremely aggressive or corrosive media
liquids
or solid materials.
The operator is responsible for assessing the danger potential of the process
media which as to their composition differ from the normal atmosphere.