In the “real world” how often is it practical to replace the oil in a vacuum pump?

a. After every 5 evacuations or after each evacuation of highly contaminated systems.
b. When the oil turns white from moisture or dark amber from removing acid.
c. Vacuum pumps must always have their oil changed after each use.


a. After every 5 evacuations or after each evacuation of highly contaminated systems.

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