Important Notice
This instrument is designed for laboratory usage only. Please read this manual carefully before installing or operating this equipment. The instrument shall not be modified in any way. Any modification will void the warranty and may result in potential hazard. Labbox is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by any non-intended purposes and modifying the instrument without authorization.
- Check the voltage specified on the name-plate and ensure it matches the line voltage in your location.
- The pump is not corrosion-proof. Do not operate it with corrosive gases directly.
- Install the instrument in a clean, dust-less, and ventilated area below 40°C.
- The Prote™ filter cartridge can prevent a large amount of liquid from overflowing into the pump. Ensure the liquid level in the flask does not exceed the safety level. Failure to comply can result in serious damage to the pump and void the warranty. If this occurs, contact the distributor immediately for service.
- The filter cartridge absorbs moisture and dust. Replace the cartridge when it is saturated to maintain proper pumping efficiency.
- To avoid damaging the pump, vent the pump before starting it.
- Do not incline the pump during operation to prevent the Prote™ filter cartridge from blocking the air inlet.
- This pump has a thermal protection device that automatically shuts off when it becomes overheated.
- The surface temperature of the pump is very high after use or during work; do not touch it to avoid being burnt.
- Do not use any lubricant, as it may damage the pump.
- Never spray flammable or toxic materials.
If the supply cord is damaged, please contact the manufacturer or your service agent for replacement to avoid hazard.
Service and Support
To ensure this equipment works safely and efficiently, regular maintenance is required. In case of any faults, do not attempt to repair it yourself. If help is needed, you can always contact your dealer or Labbox via www.labbox.com.
Please provide the customer care representative with the following information:
- Serial number
- Description of problem
- Your contact information
Assembly & Disassembly Diagram
[Diagram of the LBX V20 vacuum pump showing its components. The diagram is labeled with numbers 1 through 7 corresponding to specific parts.]
| Position | Designation |
|---|
| 1 | On/Off switch [button 1] |
| 2 | Muffler (Air outlet) |
| 3 | Air Inlet |
| 4 | Vacuum Gauge |
| 5 | Prote™ filter cartridge |
| 6 | Moisture trap |
| 7 | Drain valve (Regulator) [regulator 7] |
Operation
Operating Procedure
- Press the on/off [button 1] to activate the pump after ensuring all tubing is well connected.
- Set the vacuum by adjusting the [regulator 7].
Warning: When the pump is used for water filtration, ensure the liquid level in the flask does not exceed the safety level. Failure to comply could result in serious damage to the pump and void the warranty. If this occurs, contact the distributor immediately for service.
Maintenance
How to Replace Cartridge
- Replace the cartridge when it is saturated with moisture or particles.
- Remove the moisture trap [6] by rotating it counterclockwise.
- Replace the cartridge using the same method.
Warranty
This instrument is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of 48 months from the date of invoice. The warranty extends only to the original purchaser. It shall not apply to any product or parts which have been damaged due to improper installation, improper connections, misuse, accident, or abnormal conditions of operation.
For warranty claims, please contact your supplier.
Environmental Protection and Electronic Waste Disposal
Electrical and electronic equipment marked with the [WEEE recycling symbol] cannot be disposed of in landfills.
In accordance with Directive 2002/96/EC, users in the European Union have the opportunity to return electrical and electronic equipment for disposal to the distributor or manufacturer after purchasing a new one. Illegal disposal of electrical and electronic equipment is punishable by an administrative fine.
Labbox fulfills its obligations regarding the end-of-life of laboratory electrical equipment by financing the Récylum DEEE Pro recycling program, which accepts these items free of charge. More information is available at www.recylum.com.
The illegal disposal of electrical and electronic equipment is subject to administrative fines.
