2. Safety First
This chapter is especially important for personnel who
work with the VP5 vacuum pump or who have to carry
out maintenance or repair work. This chapter must be
read and the corresponding instructions followed.
2.1
Indications
This vacuum pump has been developed especially for the
evacuation of Programat ceramic furnaces from Ivoclar
Vivadent and it should be used for this purpose only.
Other uses than the ones stipulated are contraindicated.
The manufacturer does not assume any liability for
damage resulting from misuse. The user is solely
responsible for any risk resulting from failure to observe
these instructions.
Further instructions to assure proper use of the pump:
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The instructions, regulations, and notes in the vacuum
pump's Operating Instructions must be observed.
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The pump must be operated under the indicated
environmental and operating conditions (Chapter 9).
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The VP5 must be properly maintained.
2.1.1
Risks and dangers
Foreign objects or liquids
must not enter the air vents,
since this may block the
motor or result in an
electrical shock.
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2.2
Health and Safety Instructions
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Make sure that the pump is only used for the
indications stipulated in these Operating Instructions.
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Do not use the pump in areas where there is an
explosion hazard.
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Components connected with the pump must comply
with the pneumatic data of the pump.
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Observe the corresponding safety regulations when
connecting the pump to the power supply.
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If the operation of the pump is interrupted by the
thermoswitch because of over-heating, the pump
starts automatically once it has cooled down. Make
sure that no danger results from such an incidence.
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Use only original spare parts.
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The pump complies with the following directives:
– Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery
– Directive 2004/108/EC on electromagnetic
compatibility
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If the pump has been stored at very low temperatures
or high atmospheric humidity, the pump has to be
dried or left to adjust to the room temperature for
approx. 1 hour (do not connect to the power yet).
Do not work with liquids near the pump.
Should a liquid accidentally enter the pump,
disconnect the power and consult Customer
Service. Do not operate the pump.
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The pump is tested for use at altitudes of up to
2000 m above sea level.
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The pump may only be used indoors.
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The unit m ust not be technically modified.