CAUTION
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Acetone, alcohol, and other solvents degrade O-ring materials reducing
their ability to hold a vacuum. Do not use acetone or other solvents on
O-rings. If necessary to clean O-rings, wipe with lint-free, clean cloth,
wash in detergent and water, or use a small amount of pump oil.
WARNING
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If hazardous gas, vapors, chemicals, or combustible mixtures are
pumped, sufficient quantities may exist during operation. This pump
may contain decomposed and/or overheated pump oils or poisonous
and/or corrosive process materials which are highly toxic and also can
be an asphyxiant. Proper operation will not always ensure that all haz-
ardous materials have been removed.
WARNING
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Hot oils can cause serious burns. Wear protective gloves and
long sleeved, loose fitting, heat resistant garments when draining
pump oil.
WARNING
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When lifting some Varian diffusion pumps, use power-assisted equipment
and trained moving/installation personnel to avoid dropping, slipping,
and/or overturning the pump and severely injuring personnel. Check
weight of equipment before lifting and do not stand under equipment
being moved.
NOTE
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Always dispose of used or dirty oil properly and in compliance with all
local, state, and federal environmental laws and regulations.