Fume Adsorbers User`s Manual
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1. e Purifier Delta Series Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare Lab Animal Research Stations carry a three year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of shipment from Labconco whichever is sooner SteamScrubber amp FlaskScrubber Glassware Washers carry a two year warranty from date of installation or three years from date of shipment from Labconco whichever is sooner Blood Drawing Chairs carry a ten year warranty Carts carry a lifetime warranty Glassware is not warranted from breakage when dropped or mishandled This limited warranty covers parts and labor but not transportation and insurance charges In the event of a warranty claim contact Labconco Corporation or the dealer who sold you the product If the cause is determined to be a manufacturing fault the dealer or Labconco Corporation will repair or replace all defective parts to restore the unit to operation Under no circumstances shall Labconco Corporation be liable for indirect consequential or special damages of any kind This statement may be altered by a specific published amendment No individual has authorization to alter the provisions of this warranty policy or its amendments Lamps and filters are not covered by this warranty Damage due to corrosion or accidental breakage is not covered Returned or Damaged Goods Do not return goods without the prior authorization from Labconco Unauthorized returns will not be accepted If your2. Full Name Position Labconco P N 36960 59 Rev A ECO E255 Product Service 1 800 522 7658
3. can be used to anticipate saturation or TWA levels based on prior experience However this does not replace the need for sampling Consult Labconco technical specialist for an estimate of carbon filter life based on chemical usage Detector tubes or analytical instrumentation should always be used to determine concentrations in the carbon filter It 1s recommended that the carbon filters be checked with detector tubes or other means at intervals of 20 of the total estimated filter life The exception to the 20 recommendation is formaldehyde and any carcinogen or suspected carcinogen These more hazardous chemicals must be checked at least every 10 of the total estimated time Analytical Instrumentation This 1s the most accurate means of measuring concentrations of any chemical It is the method of choice when no detector tubes are available or the tubes are not sensitive enough to measure at the TWA concentration for the chemical This method is also to be used to determine saturation Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Enclosure when the chemical concentration is below the measurement range of detector tubes Carbon Filter Replacement Procedure See Figure s A 2 and A 3 in Appendix A for Carbon Filter Replacement 1 The carbon filter s are replaced by first removing the rear perforated baffle 2 Remove the upper support bracket for the filter Then loosen the lower support bracket 3 Careful
4. User s Manual Fume Adsorbers Models 115V 230V 3955200 Organic 30 3955220 Organic 30 3955400 Organic 60 3955420 Organic 60 3955201 Formaldehyde 30 3955221 Formaldehyde 30 3955401 Formaldehyde 60 3955421 Formaldehyde 60 3955202 Ammonia 30 3955222 Ammonia 30 3955402 Ammonia 60 3955422 Ammonia 60 To receive important product updates complete your product registration card online at register labconco com MI _iaboratory environment E 2 TEN LABCONCO Labconco Corporation 8811 Prospect Avenue Kansas City MO 64132 2696 800 821 5525 816 333 8811 FAX 816 363 0130 E MAIL labconco labconco com HOME PAGE www labconco com Please read the User s Manual before operating the equipment Copyright O 2005 2007 Labconco Corporation All rights reserved The information contained in this manual and the accompanying products are copyrighted and all rights reserved by Labconco Corporation Labconco Corporation reserves the right to make periodic design changes without obligation to notify any person or entity of such change Warranty Labconco provides a warranty on all parts and factory workmanship The warranty includes areas of defective material and workmanship provided such defect results from normal and proper use of the equipment The warranty for all Labconco products will expire one year from date of installation or two years from date of shipment from Labconco whichever is sooner except the following
5. Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix E References General References American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Industrial Ventilation A Manual of Recommended Practice Cincinnati OH Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29 CFR Part 1910 Occupational Exposures to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories Final Rule Vol 55 No 21 Washington D C 1990 NIH Guidelines for the Laboratory Use of Chemical Carcinogens NIH Publication No 81 2385 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 37 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application Council Directive s 73 23 FEC 89 336 EEC 2002 95 EC ROHS 2002 96 EC WEEE Standard s to which conformity is declared EN61010 1 EN61326 1 Manufacturer s Name Labconco Corporation Manufacturer s Address 8811 Prospect Avenue Kansas City MO 64132 USA Importer s Name See Shipping Customs Documents Importer s Address See Shipping Customs Documents for your equipment Type of Equipment Laboratory Equipment Protector Work Stations 3955200 Series 30 Fume Adsorber 3955400 Series 60 Fume Adsorber Serial No Various See Individual Declaration Year of Manufacture 2004 and subsequent I the undersigned hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directive s and Standard s See individual Declaration of Conformity which will be signed by the importer for your country Place Signature Date
6. wiring diagrams e 2 Amps 115V or 1 Amps 230V 50 60 Hz Fume Adsorber Environmental Conditions Indoor use only Maximum altitude 6562 feet 2000 meters Ambient temperature range 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 88 F 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 104 F 40 C Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed 10 of the nominal voltage Transient over voltages according to Installation Categories II Over voltage Categories per IEC 1010 Temporary voltage spikes on the AC input line that may be as high as 1500V for 115V models and 2500V for 230V models are allowed Used in an environment of Pollution degrees 2 1 e where normally only non conductive atmospheres are present Occasionally however a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected in accordance with IEC 664 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 33 Appendix C Fume Adsorber Specifications AI4 0061969 N d ZH 09 05 AOCZRASIL NIBNOSAY INNI WVYOVIC NIXIM 00N099V 1 E LINA ININAIIS OL JOIA JIYNOS YIMOd WON LIINNOISIA JNINGVM AOCZ L00Z969 N d ASiL 000Z969 N d Y3IMO18 1YYX9JLNI 33M0TB 0097969 N d SSINSVH NIVA AocT vi ASL VZ 189 AOCZ L00Z969 N d ASU 000Z969 N d Y3IMO18 1VY9IINI LINNI JIMOd Product Service 1 800 522 7658 34 APPENDIX D Quick CHART For THE Fume ADSORBERS Model Size o 30 Height from Wor
7. 3 Getting Started contains the information you need to properly unpack inspect install and certify the enclosure Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions explains how the enclosure operates and the appropriate precautions you should take when using it Chapter 5 Appropriate Applications for Your Enclosure discusses the basic operation of how to prepare use and shut down your enclosure Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Enclosure explains how to perform routine maintenance on the enclosure Chapter 7 Troubleshooting contains a table of problems you may encounter while using the enclosure including the probable causes of the problems and suggested corrective actions Appendix A Components and Replacement Parts contains labeled diagrams of all of the components of the enclosures Appendix B Dimensions contains comprehensive diagrams showing all of the dimensions for the enclosures Product Service 1 800 522 7658 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Appendix C Specifications contains the electrical requirements for enclosures Wiring diagrams are also included Appendix D Quick Chart provides an airflow table and test data for the enclosures Appendix E References lists the various resources available that address laboratory ventilation Typographical Conventions Recognizing the following typographical conventions will help you understand and use this manual e Book chapter and section titles are shown in ital
8. A Formaldehyde Formaldehyde requires the use of an impregnated Formalin carbon Concentrations in the enclosure s work area 6961301 must not exceed the IDLH for the chemical and the 7 5 Ibs exhaust from the enclosure must not exceed the TWA Ammonia and Treats ammonia low molecular weight amines and Amines other bases designated by NIOSH as acceptable for use 6961302 with ammonia cartridge type respirators Requires the 8 7 lbs use of an impregnated carbon Concentrations in the enclosure s work area must not exceed the IDLH for the chemical and the exhaust from the enclosure must not exceed the TWA Important Carbon filters do not provide any particulate protection but provide odor control for low level concentrations below OSHA recommended time weighted averages Product Service 1 800 522 7658 9 Chapter 3 Getting Started 115V The maximum circuit load is 2 amps 230V The maximum circuit load is 1 amp 10 Connecting the Electrical Supply Source to the Enclosure 115V Models Simply connect the 115V power cord supplied to the IEC electrical supply plug on the back of the enclosure 230V Models The same procedure applies for the 230V except it 1s shipped without a plug Install the appropriate plug for your electrical specifications per local codes Validating the Fume Adsorber Face Velocity To determine the actual face velocity at the sash opening airflow velocity readings are taken The
9. CHAPTER 5 APPROPRIATE APPLICATIONS FOR YOUR ENCLOSURE Now that the installation of your enclosure is completed you are ready to use your Fume Adsorber Read this chapter to learn about 1 Routine Daily Work Procedures 2 Suitable Applications 3 Appropriate Chemicals for Carbon Filters 4 Definition of Terms 5 Hazardous Misapplications for Carbon Filters 6 Chemical Carcinogen use with Carbon Filters 7 Prohibited Acid Use Start up Turn on exhaust system blower with the ON OFF switch Check the baffle air slots for obstructions Wear a long sleeved lab coat and rubber gloves Use protective eyewear Wear a protective mask if appropriate Consult your Safety Officer for additional personal protective equipment recommendations Load only the materials required for the procedure Do not overload the enclosure Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 5 Appropriate Applications for Your Enclosure Work Techniques e Keep all materials inside the enclosure and perform all contaminated operations as far to the rear of the work area as possible e Avoid using techniques or procedures that disrupt the airflow patterns of the enclosure Final Purging e Upon completion of work the enclosure should be allowed to operate for two to three minutes undisturbed to purge airborne contaminants from the work area before shutting off the blower Shutdown e Turn off the exhaust system blower with the ON OFF switch Suita
10. IDELINES FOR THIS PRODUCT IT IS THE USER S RESPONSIBILITY TO BECOME AWARE OF LOCAL REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE SAFE USE AND DISPOSAL OF CHEMICALS AND CARBON FILTERS KNOWLEDGE OF ESTABLISHED SAFE EXPOSURE LEVELS IS IMPERATIVE TO THE PROPER USE OF CARBON FILTERED ENCLOSURES Appropriate Chemicals for Carbon Filters Below 1s a general set of rules to determine appropriateness of chemical usage Selected organic chemicals considered to be al occupational carcinogens by NIOSH can only be used in the filtered enclosure with carbon filters under rigid restrictions See separate discussion on next page on carcinogens for special instructions Organics must have time weighted exposure limits TWA of 100 PPM or greater Chemicals must have a detectable odor at concentrations below the TWA for the chemical Chemicals must be designated by NIOSH guidelines as acceptable for use with chemical cartridge type respirators the exception is formaldehyde and ammonia amines which used impregnated carbon Chemicals not listed by NIOSH in the Pocket Guide must be approved by Labconco Product Specialist or Engineering Inlet concentration must never exceed the IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health concentrations Chemicals having a recommendation by NIOSH of at least Escape GMFOV Gas Mask Full Face Respirator When evaporating a mixture of chemicals the chemical having the lowest TWA will be used to determine 1f the mix
11. als Each enclosure uses carbon filtration and is only intended for chemical use with a time weighted exposure limit TWA of 100 ppm or greater Reference the NIOSH Pocket Guide www cdc gov niosh npg npg html The carbon filters are available with three different carbons for adsorbing organic vapors formaldehyde or ammonia and amines Please acquaint yourself with this manual and keep it handy for future reference to review all the Fume Adsorber s features If you are unfamiliar with how Fume Adsorbers operate please review Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions before you begin working in the enclosure Even if you are an experienced user please review Chapter 5 Using Your Fume Adsorber which describes the features so that you can use the enclosure efficiently Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction Fume AUSOTDEE 30 3955200 115V Carbon Filter Built In Integral When ducting to the outside is To the room 3955220 230V Organic Vapor Motorized Impeller not feasible the filters keep low level concentrations below 3955400 115V OSHA recommended time 3955420 230V weighted averages restoring clean air to the laboratory Fume Adsorber Sie h 30 3955201 115V Carbon Filter Built In Integral When ducting to the outside is To the room 3955221 230V Formaldehyde Motorized Impeller not feasible the filters keep low level concentrations below 3955401 115V OSHA recommended tim
12. average face velocity 1s achieved by taking readings in two rows across the enclosure with the readings 6 from the ends and evenly spaced every 12 The average velocity across the opening of the enclosure is 35 fpm and should be validated Do not use the enclosure with an average velocity of less than 25 fpm Consult your safety officer NOTE Face velocity profiles and smoke testing should be performed at least monthly Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 4 PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Performance Features The Fume Adsorbers are designed to meet the needs of the laboratory scientist and provide containment of light emissions of solvents formaldehyde and ammonia vapors Annoying vapors such as xylene and toluene fumes used in cover slipping operations are efficiently adsorbed by the Fume Adsorber carbon filter s The Fume Adsorber uses a carbon filter to collect low concentrations and exhaust filtered air back into the room Product Service 1 800 522 7658 11 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions Figure 4 1 Performance Features Figure 4 2 Performance Features Exploded View 12 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 I Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions Built In Motorized Impeller Provides up to 35 fpm average face velocity Airflow capacity is 100 CFM on the 30 wide unit and 200 CFM on the 60 wide unit Perforated Baffle provides uniform removal of
13. ble Applications NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health USA has established guidelines for chemical cartridge and HEPA filtered respirators Suitable applications for the carbon filtered enclosures are based on guidelines below As with respirators chemical contaminants are adsorbed or treated by carbon e Release of low concentrations of vapors effectively adsorbed or treated in carbon based filters Recommended for use with chemicals with a TWA of 100 or greater unless chemical can be filtered with the use of an impregnated specialized filter impregnated filters such as formaldehyde formalin ammonia and amines are examples of specialized filters e Treatment of low level carcinogens or suspected carcinogens See Chemical Carcinogens in Chapter 5 e Procedures that may have traditionally been done on the open bench low levels only e Odoriferous chemicals that are an unpleasant nuisance Other applications not fitting the above guidelines would be better suited with the exhaust ducted to the outside by using some other containment enclosure offered by Labconco REFERENCES TO NIOSH OR OSHA GUIDELINES AND REGULATIONS APPLY TO ANY WORK PLACE UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE U S DEPARTMENT Product Service 1 800 522 7658 17 Chapter 5 Appropriate Applications for Your Enclosure 18 OF LABOR OTHER COUNTRIES OUTSIDE THE U S HAVE ESTABLISHED STANDARDS WHICH MAY DIFFER SLIGHTLY FROM THOSE USED As GU
14. d impeller Replace motorized impeller or blower or blower is defective 28 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 EEE EEE EEE EE O OESTE TT PE EE S ESSES EE aS APPENDIX ENCLOSURE Components AND REPLACEMENT PARTS The components that are available for your Fume Adsorber are listed The parts shown are the most commonly requested If other parts are required please contact Product Service 6B 1 6962600 Wire Harness 115 230V 9B lor2 6961301 Filter Disposable Formaldehyde _ _ Product Service 1 800 522 7658 29 Appendix A Replacement Paris Figure A 1 Replacement Parts Isometric 7 8 Not Shown Figure A 2 30 Wide Exploded View 30 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix A Replacement Paris 7 8 Not Shown Figure A 3 60 Wide Exploded View SSD e ER E EE EEE EEE AA AE Ed ET AEE A Product Service 1 800 522 7658 31 APPENDIX B DIMENSIONS See the following dimensions below for all Fume Adsorbers a 7 A 154 CERs QNSASIISIISIISIIISSSIISSISS me 14 5 Figure B 1 Dimensions for 30 amp 60 Wide Fume Adsorber Dimensions are in inches Product Service 1 800 522 7658 32 APPENDIX C Fume ADSORBER SPECIFICATIONS This Appendix contains technical information about all the Fume Adsorber enclosures including electrical specifications environmental operating conditions and
15. duct Service 1 800 522 7658 25 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Enclosure 26 3 Convert ml min to PPM by multiplying ml min by the conversion factor found in the second to the last column on the right of the Paramount Chemical Guide For p Xylene 17x 25 4 2 PPM 4 Find the PPM value on the chart that comes closest to the value you just calculated in step 3 In this example round up to 5 PPM which is close to the calculated 4 2 We may approximate the filter life to be around 437 hours of actual use but use 10 of this for the Fume Adsorber filter or 44 hours 5 Insert the estimated filter life to determine how long filters will last 44 hours filter life 10 hours per week use 4 4 weeks before filter saturation 6 This value is for one organic vapor filter So 4 4 weeks is approximately one month before filter saturation Formaldehyde only For formaldehyde use 10 of the impregnated carbon weight Formalin is 37 formaldehyde by weight The density of formalin is 1 08 g ml These values are for one filter Pounds of Adsorption Volume of Number of Formasorb Adsorbed weight of Formalin Filter Size Carbon Formaldehyde 26x9x1 38 0 75 1bs 340 g 851 ml apa only For ammonia use 10 of the impregnated carbon weight Assume use of a 50 solution of ammonia for these calculations These values are for one filter Pounds of Adsorbed Volume of Number of Ammonasorb Adsorbed weight of 50 Ammonia Solution Filter
16. e 3955421 230V weighted averages restoring clean air to the laboratory Note Formaldehyde filters can adsorb up to 30 organic vapors Fume Adsorber amd 30 3955202 115V Carbon Filter Built In Integral When ducting to the outside is To the room 3955222 230V Ammonia Motorized Impeller not feasible the filters keep low level concentrations below 3955402 115V OSHA recommended time 3955422 230V weighted averages restoring clean air to the laboratory Note Ammonia filters can adsorb up to 30 organic vapors It is recommended that a Labconco product specialist review the chemical application to determine if it is suitable Consult Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 Acids must not be used in Fume Adsorbers 2 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction About This Manual This manual 1s designed to help you learn how to install use and maintain your enclosure Instructions for installing accessory carbon filters on your filtered enclosure are also included Your Fume Adsorber ships with either one or two organic vapor carbon filters depending on the model width Chapter 1 Introduction provides a brief overview of the enclosure explains the organization of the manual and defines the typographical conventions used in the manual Chapter 2 Prerequisites explains what you need to do to prepare your site before you install the enclosure Electrical and service requirements are discussed Chapter
17. e Adsorber is properly prepared you are ready to unpack inspect and install the enclosure Read this chapter to learn how to e Unpack and move the enclosure e Set up the enclosure with the proper supporting structure e Installation of carbon filter s Fume Adsorbers ship with organic vapor filter s e Connect the electrical supply e Validate the enclosure face velocity Product Service 1 800 522 7658 T7 Chapter 3 Getting Started The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen 15 days of delivery Unpacking the Enclosure Carefully remove the shrink wrap and carton on the unit and inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit If damaged notify the delivery carrier immediately and retain the entire shipment intact for inspection by the carrier DO NOT RETURN GOODS WITHOUT THE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION OF LABCONCO UNAUTHORIZED RETURNS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF ENCLOSURE WAS DAMAGED IN TRANSIT YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM DIRECTLY WITH THE FREIGHT CARRIER LABCONCO CORPORATION AND ITS DEALERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING DAMAGE Do not discard the packing material until you have checked all of the components and tested the enclosure We recommend that you do not remove the enclosure from its shipping container until it 1s ready to be placed in its final location Installing the Enclosure ona Supporting Structure Us
18. e caution when lifting or moving the enclosure When installing the enclosure onto a chemical resistant work surface or benchtop ensure that the structure can safely support the weight of the enclosure The 30 wide Fume Adsorber weighs 62 Ibs and the 60 wide Fume Adsorber 2 weighs 125 Ibs The work surface should be at least as wide as the enclosure to properly support it Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Installation of Carbon Filters For carbon filter installation first remove the four or eight Phillips screws on the perforated baffle located inside the enclosure Slowly remove the perforated baffle See the following list of available carbon filters below All carbon filters are installed with the gasket side on the downstream exhaust side The carbon filters are installed behind the upper and lower filter clamps and are removed by Phillips screws Install the correct carbon filter for the application In choosing the correct filter for your application call Labconco for assistance See Figures A 1 A 2 and A 3 in Appendix A and Figure 4 2 in Chapter 4 for installation diagrams Organic Vapor Adsorbs organic compounds designated by NIOSH Activated Carbon guidelines as acceptable for use with chemical 6961300 cartridge type respirators Concentrations in the 6 0 Ibs enclosure s work area must not exceed the IDLH for the chemical and the exhaust from the enclosure must be monitored not to exceed the TW
19. e reading should be at the specified velocity of 35 10 fpm Use calibrated thermal anemometer or other approved apparatus e While the enclosure is filled with the contaminant test filter condition on carbon filters using the appropriate gas detector tube at intervals of 20 of the total estimated time There is a 5 16 diameter hole on the upper right side for inserting the detector tube The exception to the 20 recommendation is formaldehyde or any carcinogen or suspected carcinogen These hazardous chemicals must be checked at least every 10 of the total estimated time Gas detector tubes for the specific chemicals that are being used in the enclosure can be obtained from your laboratory supply dealer e Replace carbon filters when chemical breakthrough is indicated by odor time detector tube or for some chemicals analytical instrumentation See Replacing Carbon Filters section of this manual in Chapter 6 22 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Enclosure Determination of When to Replace Carbon Filters and How to Replace Carbon filter s MUST be replaced when any one of the following two conditions are met 1 The filtered enclosure outlet exhaust concentration approaches the inlet concentration indicating filter saturation 2 The odor in the work area becomes intolerable or the concentration of the chemical in the work area is greater than the TWA Filter Pounds of Carbon Ty
20. ic type e g Chapter 3 Getting Started e Steps required to perform a task are presented in a numbered format e Comments located in the margins provide suggestions reminders and references e Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are preceded by the exclamation icon Failure to comply with the information following an exclamation icon may result in injury to the user or permanent damage to the enclosure Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are preceded by the wrench icon Only a trained certifier or contractor should perform these operations Failure to comply with the information following a wrench icon may result in injury to the user or permanent damage to your enclosure e Important information is presented in capitalized type in paragraphs that are preceded by the pointer icon It is imperative that the information contained in these paragraphs be thoroughly read and understood by the user a le 4 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 2 PREREQUISITES Before you install the Fume Adsorber prepare your site for installation A source of electrical power should be located near the installation site to power the enclosure Additionally the enclosure should be strategically placed in the lab to provide efficient workflow Carefully read this chapter to learn the requirements for your installation site The support requirements The location and air current
21. icals that can be safely adsorbed and treated with specific carbon based filters are appropriate for use in this enclosure Contact Labconco for chemical assessment The warning properties 1 e odor taste of the volatile organic compounds or other material being used in the enclosure must be adequate to provide an early indication that the carbon filters may be saturated or inadequate Contact Labconco for help with chemical assessment Use the smallest possible quantity of chemical s within the enclosure and never exceed the amount that can be effectively adsorbed by the carbon filters before breakthrough Consult Chapter 6 for filter life estimates Leave the blower on for at least one minute after work in the enclosure has been completed If a chemical is spilled on the work surface DO NOT switch off the blower until all traces have been removed Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 21 Tag the enclosure with appropriate warning 1f filters have been removed for service 22 If the blower fails during use processes should cease and the area should be vacated and ventilated 23 Always refer to the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards to understand the chemical s properties and health risks See Chapter 5 For additional help with filter and chemical selection contact Labconco at 1 800 821 5525 or 1 816 333 8811 E Product Service 1 800 522 7658 15 16
22. k Surface inches 13 50 13 50 Total Open Area with Bypass sq ft Exhaust Airflow Volume at 35 fpm CFM Motor Horsepower HP To determine the actual face velocity at the sash opening airflow velocity readings will need to be taken across the opening The average face velocity is achieved by taking readings 1n two rows across the enclosure with the readings 6 from the ends and evenly spaced every 12 the first row is 3 down from the upper plastic hood canopy and the second row is 3 up from the work surface Product Service 1 800 522 7658 35 36 APPENDIX E REFERENCES Many excellent reference texts and booklets are currently available The following 1s a brief listing Applicable Standards UL 61010 1 formerly 3101 1 Electrical Equipment for Laboratory Use Specifies the general safety requirements for electrical equipment e Based on International Electrotechincal Commission IEC Publication 61010 1 with differences noted for U S use e Tests for protection against electrical shock mechanical hazards spread of fire radiation liberated gases explosions and implosion e Tests for resistance to shock vibration impact heat moisture and liquids Underwriters Laboratories Inc 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook IL 60062 847 272 8800 www ul com NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards NIOSH Publications Mail Stop C 12 4676 Columbia Parkway Cincinnati OH 45226 1998 Fax 513 533 8573
23. log 6924900 Labconco Customer Service Representatives are supplied with detector tube catalog numbers as well as telephone numbers to direct you to where to purchase these items For Organic Formaldehyde and Ammonia chemical specific detector tubes should be purchased when installing fresh filters Each kit contains instructions on how many strokes of the syringe are required to obtain the stated sensitivity The sampling syringe is connected to the filtered enclosure exhaust There is a 5 16 diameter hole on the upper right side for inserting the detector tube Connect the syringe to the detector tube while the system is running and pull the air through the tube with the syringe Each stroke of the syringe represents a 100 ml sample and corresponds to the number of strokes necessary to give the indicated color changes Due to the wide variety of organics and varying TWA s it is recommended that specific detector tubes be purchased directly from Sensidyne Draeger or your laboratory supply dealer Alternate detector pumps can also be purchased from your laboratory supply dealers The vast majority of detector tubes available start measuring at the TWA When a user observes a color change 1n the tube they should replace the filter immediately If no detector tube for your specific chemical 1s available other means of detection must be used Time For applications that have very consistent inlet concentrations and operating time Time
24. ly remove the carbon filter For 60 wide units there are two carbon filter s 4 Replace the new carbon filter s with the gasket on the downstream side facing the blower Replace the filter support brackets and tighten 5 Replace the perforated baffle replace and tighten the screws Calculating Carbon Filter Life Labconco developed a modeling program to estimate the filter life for typical carbon filters Since filter life is dependent on the chemical used the airflow filter size and the dwell time refer to the Chemical Guide for the Paramount Filtered Enclosure The estimated life for carbon filters for the Fume Adsorbers with integral impeller is conservatively calculated at 10 of the published values for the Paramount in the Chemical Guide Consult with a Labconco Technical Specialist for further information on filter life For example if you use p Xylene in your process and evaporate approximately 100 ml per week during 2 hours of use per day then follow these steps to calculate the concentration in parts per million ppm Steps for Calculating PPM and Filter Life 1 Determine the amount of the proposed chemical lost to evaporation over a given amount of time For example if you use p Xylene and lose approximately 100 ml per week during 2 hours of use per day 2 Convert the amount lost into ml min For this example 100 ml X 1week X 10hours 100ml lost week 10 hours use 600 minutes 600 minutes 17 ml min Pro
25. noxious fumes Remove this baffle to access the carbon filter Blower Switch provides convenient ON OFF control Hood Canopy maximizes the work area and visibility Carbon Filter is designed to remove small amounts of fumes and chemicals See Chapter 6 for carbon types and estimated filter life Safety Precautions l Although the enclosure has been engineered to maintain optimum operator safety caution should always be used while working inside the enclosure Prior to using check to make sure that the exhaust blower is operating and air is entering the enclosure at its specified face velocity Use good housekeeping in the enclosure at all times Clean spills immediately Periodically clean the enclosure interior with mild soap and water Do not store containers or supplies against the rear baffle as this will affect airflow Blocking large portions of the rear baffle will change the airflow pattern in the enclosure causing turbulence Always work with your hands as far back into the enclosure as possible Do not work in this enclosure without the exhaust system running General acid use as well as perchloric acid use in this enclosure is prohibited High level radioisotope materials are prohibited in this enclosure Consult your Safety Officer Avoid cross drafts and limit traffic in front of the enclosure Air disturbances created may draw chemical vapors out of the enclosure The use of safety goggles protecti
26. pe For use with Adsorption Adsorption NE Carbon weight Volume 6961300 9x26x1 38 Organic Organic Varies see Varies see Vapor Vapors chemical chemical guide and chart chapter 6 6961301 9x26x1 38 Impregnated Formaldehyde 10 0 75lbs 851 ml of 37 Formasorb Formalin 6961302 9x26x1 38 8 8 Impregnated Ammonia and 10 0 88 bs 800 ml of 37 Ammonasorb Amines Formalin There are four means of determining when its time to change the carbon filters not shown in the order of preference Odor A person s sensitivity to odor tolerance of odor and their comfort level under odoriferous conditions vary with the individual While odor is an indicator that chemicals are passing through the carbon filter several points need to be understood e Odor within the room is not necessarily an indication of saturation or hazardous exposure concentrations e Odor can be used as a prompt to sample the chemical concentration on the exit side of the carbon filter e Organic chemicals approved for use in the filtered enclosure have odors that are detectable before reaching the time weighted exposure limits Detection Tubes Color change indicators can be used to measure the concentration of the chemical at the exit side of the carbon Product Service 1 800 522 7658 23 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Enclosure 24 filter or in the outlet exhaust A kit including syringe pump and flexible tubing can be purchased as an accessory from Labconco Cata
27. requirements The electrical power requirements The space requirements Refer to Appendix B Dimensions for complete enclosure dimensions Refer to Appendix C Specifications for complete enclosure electrical and environmental conditions specifications and requirements Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 2 Prerequisites Support Requirements At a minimum the supporting structure usually consists of a work surface in the laboratory See Chapter 3 for setting up installation Location and Air Current Requirements The Fume Adsorbers have been designed to contain hazardous fumes by negating typical cross drafts and turbulence within the opening As precautionary safety measure and a higher level of quality management it is recommended that the Fume Adsorber be placed in an area to avoid e High traffic areas where walking might cause an air disturbance or be a nuisance e Overhead or wall HVAC diffusers fans radiators or other lab equipment producing air currents e Next to doorways or windows that may be opened Electrical Requirements Standard duplex electrical receptacles should be nearby for connecting the Fume Adsorber See the nameplate on the rear of the enclosure for rated electrical service Space Requirements The dimensions for the different Fume Adsorber models are shown in Appendix B Dimensions 6 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED Now that the site for your Fum
28. s Filter Size II Carbon Ammonia Lf 26x9x1 38 88 lbs 400 g Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the following table 1f your Fume Adsorber fails to operate properly If the suggested corrective actions do not solve your problem contact Labconco for additional assistance PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION ESC tolas Contaminants outside Improper user See Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 sections in of enclosure techniques for the the manual Ref Appendix D enclosure Restriction of the Remove obstruction to ensure that all baffle air slots or air slots and the exhaust outlet are blockage of the unobstructed exhaust outlet External factors are See Location Requirements Chapter disrupting the 2 Certifying the Enclosure Chapter enclosure airflow 3 and Safety Precautions Chapter 4 patterns or acting as a sections of this manual Ref Appendix source of D contamination Enclosure has Have the enclosure s exhaust system improper face checked Check carbon filters for velocity loading Enclosure should have an average face velocity of 35 fpm Filtered exhausted Change and replace the carbon filter Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Blower won t Plug the enclosure into appropriate operate into outlet electrical service Circuit breaker s Reset circuit breaker or Ground Fault Interrupter disconnected defective Motorize
29. shipment was damaged in transit you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damages The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen 15 days of delivery Limitation of Liability The disposal and or emission of substances used in connection with this equipment may be governed by various federal state or local regulations All users of this equipment are required to become familiar with any regulations that apply in the user s area concerning the dumping of waste materials in or upon water land or air and to comply with such regulations Labconco Corporation 1s held harmless with respect to user s compliance with such regulations Contacting Labconco Corporation If you have questions that are not addressed in this manual or 1f you need technical assistance contact Labconco s Customer Service Department or Labconco s Product Service Department at 1 800 821 5525 or 1 816 333 8811 between the hours of 7 00 a m and 6 00 p m Central Standard Time Part 6960400 Rev D ECO E242 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION About This Manual Typographical Conventions CHAPTER 2 PREREQUISITES Support Requirements Location and Air Current Requirements Electrical Requirements Space Requirements CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED Unpacking Your Enclosure Installing the Enclos
30. th ducting to the outside is always the preferred method when working with carcinogens Prohibited Acid Use The Fume Adsorber with integral blower motorized impeller cannot be exposed to acids Where applications require the use of acids a vented fume hood or vented enclosure should be used with a remote blower and ducted to the outside Consult Labconco for other small enclosures used with a remote blower suitable for acid work No exceptions are permitted as the impeller life span will be limited with acid use Consult Labconco for other enclosures suitable for acid work 20 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 6 MAINTAINING YOUR ENCLOSURE Monitoring airflow and changing the carbon filters if equipped 1s the primary maintenance required Review this chapter on maintenance for the following 1 Routine Maintenance 2 Determination of when to replace carbon filters and how to replace 3 Calculating carbon filter life Product Service 1 800 522 7658 21 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Enclosure Routine Maintenance Schedule Weekly e Wipe down the interior and exterior surfaces of the enclosure with a mild soap depending upon the usage of the unit and allow to dry e Operate the exhaust system noting the airflow velocity through the enclosure using a source of visible smoke Monthly or more often as required e Determine the actual face velocity through the sash opening ne of the enclosure where the averag
31. the filter is replaced Note that the capacity of activated carbon is not a constant but varies with the inlet concentration Labconco Product Specialists can determine the estimated saturation time for a particular chemical IDLH immediately Dangerous to Life and Health An atmosphere that poses an immediate hazard to life or produces immediate irreversible health effects IDLH concentrations should not be approached in the enclosure Product Service 1 800 522 7658 19 Chapter 5 Appropriate Applications for Your Enclosure Hazardous Misapplications for Carbon Filters with Volatile Chemicals There is one scenario where the accessory carbon filter misapplication would be a part of a hazardous condition If the user continues to operate the enclosure with any of the following conditions present a potentially hazardous condition will exist 1 The inlet concentration of vapors is greater than the TWA 2 The carbon filter becomes saturated 3 The ventilation of the room is insufficient to dilute the exhaust of the enclosure to below the TWA for the chemical When the inlet concentration is greater than the TWA extra measures must be taken to monitor the filter and number of room air exchanges Chemical Carcinogen Use with Carbon Filters Selected carcinogens can only be used with carbon filters in the Fume Adsorber under strict guidance from your Safety Officer The use of a vented fume hood or ventilated enclosure wi
32. ture meets the guidelines Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 5 Appropriate Applications for Your Enclosure Call a Labconco Product Specialist at 1 800 821 5525 for assistance in determining chemical appropriateness Definition of Terms NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Mine Safety and Health Administration U S A TWA Recommended Exposure Limits expressed as a Time Weighted Average The exposure limit for that chemical for up to a 10 hour workday 40 hours a week Expressed in units of parts per million or milligrams per cubic meter Odor Threshold The value in parts per million or milligrams per cubic meter for which one might expect to smell a chemical s presence 1n the air This value is very subjective and detection will vary with the sensitivity of one s nose The period of time until the odor threshold is reached in the exhaust stream can be estimated from Labconco s exclusive chemical assessment program Contact Labconco on estimates for carbon filter life for specific applications See Chapter 6 Saturation Level or Time There is a limit to the amount of chemical that can be adsorbed by activated carbon or neutralized by chemically treated carbon Once the capacity of the carbon is reached it is considered to be saturated and will adsorb or neutralize no further material the outlet concentration of the chemical will equal the inlet concentration from that point until
33. ure on a Supporting Structure Installation of Carbon Filters Connect the Electrical Supply Source to the Enclosure Validating the Fume Adsorber Face Velocity CHAPTER 4 PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Performance Features Safety Precautions CHAPTER 5 APPROPRIATE APPLICATIONS FOR YOUR ENCLOSURE Routine Daily Work Procedures Suitable Applications Appropriate Chemicals for Carbon Filters Definition of Terms Hazardous Misapplications for Carbon Filters with Volatile Chemicals Chemical Carcinogen Use with Carbon Filters Prohibited Acid Use 16 16 17 19 20 20 20 CHAPTER 6 MAINTAINING YOUR ENCLOSURE Routine Maintenance Schedule Determination of When to Replace Carbon Filters and How to Replace Calculating Carbon Filter Life CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING APPENDIX A ENCLOSURE COMPONENTS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS APPENDIX B DIMENSIONS APPENDIX C FUME ADSORBER SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX D QUICK CHART FOR THE FUME ADSORBER APPENDIX E REFERENCES DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 21 22 23 25 27 29 52 33 35 36 38 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Fume Adsorber Your enclosure uses carbon filtration to provide personnel protection of annoying solvents formaldehyde or ammonia vapors generated by histology and pathology operations When properly installed and operated these enclosures will effectively contain low concentrations of noxious fumes and chemic
34. ve clothing gloves and any other personal protective equipment recommended by your safety officer should be used Product Service 1 800 522 7658 13 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 14 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Care must be taken to ensure that the concentration of gases or vapors do not reach flammable or explosive limits Use of an open flame must be avoided in the enclosure Applications that generate gases or vapors from toxic chemicals must be evaluated carefully so that buildup to levels above the TWA of the chemical does not occur Do not work with chemicals having a TWA below 100 ppm Ensure that the enclosure is connected to electrical service in accordance with local and national electrical codes Failure to do so may create a fire or electrical hazard Do not remove or service any electrical components without first disconnecting the enclosure from electrical service Dispose of carbon filters as hazardous waste The user is responsible for recording the chemicals adsorbed or treated by the filters and disposing properly Ensure only trained operators use the enclosure New users should review the User s Manual and become familiar with the operation of the enclosure If the enclosure is to be used in a confined space make sure the space is well ventilated and the concentration of chemical vapors cannot accumulate greater than the TWA Only chem
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