Pump Description; Intented Use And Contraindications; Intented Use; Contraindications - DVP LC.2 Instrucciones De Funcionamiento Y Mantenimiento

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PUMP DESCRIPTION

3.1

INTENTED USE AND CONTRAINDICATIONS

3.1.1

INTENTED USE

The pumps described in this manual are oil recirculating rotary vane pumps. These vacuum pumps have been
specifically designed to work with clean air, inert gas or small amounts of water vapour, having a temperature
between 12 and 40 °C at the intake.
These pumps are suitable to evacuate small closed vessels or, in case of some models, to work continuously at
specific final pressure, as explained in paragraph 3.3 "Dimensions and characteristics ".
Any other use is prohibited. The Manufacturer is not liable for any damage to persons and/or property caused by
improper use or not allowed use of the pump.
3.1.2

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Any use other than that for which the pump was constructed is to be considered an
abnormal condition and therefore can cause damage to the pump and pose a serious
danger to the operator.
Below is a series of operations involving improper use of the pump, which are not permitted under any
circumstances.
• Do not use the pump in an explosive or aggressive atmosphere or in an atmosphere with a high concentration of
dust or oily substances in the air and do not use the pump to pump explosive, flammable or corrosive gases or
gas that form particles. Using the pump in these atmospheres and with these types of gases can cause injury,
explosion, fire or serious damage to the pump.
• Do not use non-original spare parts or parts not provided by the manufacturer.
• Do not use the unit to pump solid materials, chemicals, powders, solvents or other substances differing from
those permitted These types of materials may damage the unit, degrade its performance or reduce its life.
• do not expose the pump to rain, steam or excessive humidity.
• Do not place or store near in the proximity of flammable or combustible materials or substances.
• Do not use the pump as a compressor.
3.2

FKM VERSION

This version of the pump is equipped with special technical devices, such FKM seals that allow for use even in the
presence of some aggressive gases.
WARNING
Contact the seller to make sure that the pump is suitable for use with a given aggressive gas.
8702036 – 12/04/2016 – R.7
Operating and Maintenance Instructions
LC.2 – LC.4 – LB.5 – LB.6 – LB.8 – LC.12 – LC.20
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