PLACEHOLDER
This wiki is incomplete and still under construction.
Delete this box when you are done.
Vacuum Pump - Adixen, Pascal 2021i
| Aliases | Vac Pump |
| Other References | |
| Official Maintainer | Paula O'Donnell |
Current Status
Working
Machine is working as expected.
Usage
This machine is generally available to use.
The Vacuum Pump is used in conjunction with the Vacuum Chamber. A complete INDUCTION VIDEO will be posted soon.
Induction process is:
- Watch this Induction Video.
- PLACEHOLDER FOR INDUCTION VIDEO
- Watch these introduction videos.
- Watch this video to see how a vac pump (different model) and vac chamber are used to degas silicone prior to casting a mould
- This video explains how the oil is changed on the Vacuum Pump
- Read the rest of this page.
- Seek clarification if needed, via Discord or in person.
- You are now prepared to use this machine.
Guidelines
The Vacuum Pump is used in conjunction with the Vacuum Chamber. They are principally used for degassing silicon and resin in casting processes, and for stabilising timber.
CAREFUL - The Vac Pump is heavy weighing in at around 28kg
Recommended PPE
| Recommended |  | We recommend hearing protection. |
| Required |  | Enclosed shoes are required, no open sandals, thongs etc. |
Machine Specifications
| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimentions | 291 x 246 x 178.5 |
| Mass | 28kg |
| Stages | 2 |
Documents
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
Reseller
Vacuum Pump was donated
Known Identical Models
None Known
Known Issues
| Date | Description | Workaround | Proposed Remediation |
|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | PLACEHOLDER Describe the problem | PLACEHOLDER Describe the workaround currently in place | Placeholder Describe a proposed fix or solution |
Modifications / Repair History
| Date | Modified By | Description | Remediation | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | PLACEHOLDER NAME | PLACEHOLDER Describe what happened | PLACEHOLDER Describe how it was fixed or modified | PLACEHOLDER document the cost of the change |
Accessories
This switch is an attachment. It is not currently used in conjunction with the pump.
Consumables & Running Costs
| Image | Category | Accessory Name & Notes | Location | MSDS | Buy from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Consumable Product | Vacuum Pump Oil Used to lubricate the pump. | Oil is stored in the messy bench alongside the Vacuum Pump. | MSDS | Purchase from - |
Maintenance
| Interval | Task |
|---|---|
| Before Each Use | Check oil level and top up if needed. |
RACI
| Task / Action | Executive | Cause Leader Cause Team | Named Maintainer | Trainers | Cause | Membership | Implementer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modification and Repairs | - | AC | C | I | I | I | R |
| Induction changes | C | RACI | RC | I | I | I | R |
Risk Matrix and Mitigation
| Ref / ID | Pre-Mitigation | Mitigations / Warnings / Remedies | Post Mitigation | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risk | Risk Severity | Risk Likelihood | Risk Level | Risk Severity | Risk Likelihood | Risk Level | Acceptable to Proceed | ||
| 0001 | Hearing Damage | Undesirable | Possible | 8 | Use Hearing Protection | Acceptable | Improbable | 1 | |
| 0002 | Incorrect Manual Handling | Undesirable | Possible | 8 | Use Correct Lifting Techniques | Acceptable | Improbable | 1 | |
| 0003 | Crush Injury | Undesirable | Possible | 8 | Wear steel caps and use correct manual handling techniques | Acceptable | Improbable | 1 | |
Decision Register
N/A
| Ref / ID | Decision Details | Impact | Proposed Date | Proposed By | Status | Approved By | Date | Resulting Actions and Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0000 | Example decision | Provides an example | 08/08/20 | JH | Approved | JH | 08/08/20 | A line was put in the register |