Instruction manual

6 STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
6.1 Storage
Store the DP180 as follows :
1. If applicable, ensure that the DP180 has been shut down as described in Section 4.2 and
disconnect all services, process and exhaust connections.
2. Drain the water from the cooling-jacket as described in Section 5.10.
3. Fit blanking-plates to all vacuum inlets and outlets. Place protective covers over the pump
services connection points.
4. Store the pump in clean dry conditions until required.
5. When required for use, prepare and install the pump as described in Section 3.
6.2 Disposal
Dispose of the DP180, use oil and grease and any components safely in accordance with all local
and national safety and environmental requirements.
Take particular care with the following:
• Fluoroelastomers which may have decomposed as the result of being subjected to high
temperatures.
• Components which have been contaminated with dangerous process substances.
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