Learning Activities 2.1-2.4: Pump down and Venting Procedures Video

This video, published by Erie Community College, features two parts: one that provides an overview of the components of a rough vacuum system using the Rough Vacuum System Trainer (RVET) and another that demonstrates the pumpdown procedure using an RVET. Part one covers RVET components such as piping, clamps, valves (vent and butterfly) and their functions, gauges (Enhanced Perani and Bourdon), bell jar/chamber, base plate, and the rotary vane vacuum pump. In the second part, the presenter discusses the correct setup how to safely start the pump, and provides a narration of the RVET's activity as it undergoes the pumpdown process.

The video corresponds with lessons in a student lab manual and instructor guide that accompanies the Introduction to Vacuum Technology E-book. This textbook provides an introduction to vacuum technology and science, and features topics curated to the needs of technicians in a production environment. The guides include student questions and a data table corresponding to the video.

The video runs 8:19 minutes in length, with the section for activity 2.2 playing twice in a row. The E-book, and related student and instructor guides, videos, and labs are available to view separately.