Fume Hood Manual
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1. CAUSE Vertical sash frame is distorted Cable is frayed or has slipped off the pulleys Wires not connected or faulty duplex Circuit breakers tripped in building electrical supply Faulty building supply Valve no longer operates Supply line or outlet line has leaks Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting CORRECTIVE ACTION Place horizontal glass symmetrically and pull sash down to air foil Straighten damaged frame Re install cable must be replaced immediately if damaged Check wire connection or replace duplex Reset circuit breakers Inspect building supply shut off valves and appropriate pressures below 40 PSI Replace valve and check for leaks Inspect line for leaks and fix any leaking plumbing connections Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX A PROTECTOR COMPONENTS Illustration A 1 indicate the location of the following service parts Protector Replacement Parts Valve Labconco Water 1 4 Compression Fitting Valve Labconco Water 3 8 Compression Fitting Valve Labconco 3 8 Compression Fitting AIR GAS VAC NIT etc Swivel Gooseneck only GRN Hose Barb YELLOW VACUUM NOT SHOWN Hose Barb BROWN NITROGEN NOT SHOWN 4 1 981900 Nut Hose Barb NOT SHOWN LI N 5 1 982500 Label Knob contains all the labels O 6 1 98890 LesKob O 7A 12. 9947100 01 02 I15V Duplex Receptacle GRAY Right Left 4 6 Left 8 w wires 7B 1 981820 CoverPlatell5VDuplex________________ 7C 1 9947103 04 05 115V GFCI Duplex Receptacle GRAY Right 4 6 Left 8 w wires 7D 1 981810 Cover Plate 115V GFCI S 7E 1 988300 Cover Plate Blank Product Service 1 800 522 7658 47 Appendix A Protector Components Lamp Fluorescent T8 x 3 use on 4 amp 8 Hoods NOT SHOWN Lamp Fluorescent T8 x 4 use on 5 amp 6 Hoods NOT SHOWN 8D 1 283510 Pass Through Light Fixture Assembly NOT SHOWN Side Panel 30 internal deep hoods Pulley Front or Rear 1 3 16 Dia rear of 4 5 6 only Bronze Bearing Flanged Rear NOT SHOWN Sound Alarm Sash for Pass Through Hood Panel Assembly Front 10 L 10 R 12 L 12 R 16 L 16 R Pass Through Front Panel 4 5 6 Motor 1 HP 5 amp 6 115V Motor HP EP 5 amp 6 115V 230V 48 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix A Protector Components Figure A 1 23 25 26 27 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 49 Appendix A Protector Components Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX B PROTECTOR DIMENSIONS Premier Model Widths A A CO L 58t 48 00 60 00 72 00 96 00 B 38 25 50 25 62 25 86 25 Dimensions in inches CAD layouts available upon request 3320 4 SECTIOMAL SIDE VIEW Figure B 1 Prod
3. User s Manual Protector Laboratory Fume Hoods Premier Models 4871300 4871400 4871500 4871600 4880000 4880100 4880200 4880300 4880400 6071300 6071400 6071500 6071600 6080000 6080100 6080200 6080300 6080400 7271300 7271400 7271500 7271600 7280000 7280100 7280200 7280300 7280400 9674500 9683000 XL Models 97001 Series 97002 Series 97003 Series 97004 Series 97504 Series 97505 Series 97506 Series Pass Through Models 99424 Series 99425 Series 99426 Series To receive important product updates complete your product registration card online at register labconco com Protecting your laboratory environment 87 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 2002 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
4. MOLINOM HiY MOLINOM HiY TWHOILdO 1089 66 ATE 00L9 566 ASI SS 3NH VH SEL wove HILIAS LHII 13 B 8 S F j8n1XI4 LHDIT 1N32S380013 ETETE 3un1Xi4 1HO l 1N395390N714 I HIJAS 4348078 Lkos HOLIVINOD HQ BIMOTA 1X3 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 96 APPENDIX D REFERENCES Many excellent reference texts and booklets are currently available The following s a brief listing Laboratory Ventilation Standards Federal Register 29 CFR Part 1910 Non mandatory recommendations from Prudent Practices e Fume hoods should have a continuous monitoring device e Face velocities should be between 60 100 linear feet per minute Ifpm e Average 2 5 linear feet of hood space per person Occupational Health and Safety U S Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue N W Washington DC 20210 202 523 1452 Industrial Ventilation ACGIH e Fume hood face velocities between 60 100 Ifpm e Maximum of 125 Ifpm for radioisotope hoods e Duct velocities of 1000 2000 fpm for vapors gasses and smoke e Stack discharge height 1 3 2 0 x building height e Well designed fume hood containment loss 0 10 ppm Industrial Ventilation A Manual of Recommended Practice 24 Edition 2001 American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists 1330 Kemper Meadow drive Cincinnati OH 45240 1634 513 742 2020 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 57 Appendix D References 98 ASHR
5. performance by watching smoke drawn into the hood face opening Operating the Lights Your Protector Fume Hood utilizes a factory wired fluorescent light to illuminate the hood interior Simply turn the light switch to ON to operate Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector Fume Hood Working in your Protector Fume Hood Planning e Thoroughly understand procedures and equipment required before beginning work e Arrange for minimal disruptions such as room traffic or entry into the room while the hood is in use Start up e Turn on fluorescent light and hood blower e Slowly raise the sash e Check the baffle air slots for obstructions e Allow the hood to operate unobstructed for 5 minutes e Wear a long sleeved lab coat and rubber gloves Use protective eyewear Wear a protective mask if appropriate Loading Materials and Equipment e Only load the materials required for the procedure Do not overload the hood e Do not obstruct the front air foil or rear baffle slots e Large objects should not be placed close together and spaced above the work surface to permit airflow to sweep under the equipment e After loading the hood wait one minute to purge airborne contaminants from the work area Work Techniques e Keep all materials at least 6 inches inside of the sash and perform all contaminated operations as far to the rear of the work area as possible e Segregate all clean
6. service operations that require qualified technicians Product Service 1 800 522 7658 33 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector Fume Hood Routine Maintenance Schedule Weekly e Using ordinary dish soap to clean the surface inside of the fume hood and the work surface e Using an appropriate glass cleaner clean the sash and all glass surfaces e Operate the fume hood blower noting the airflow velocity through the hood using a source of visible smoke Monthly or more often as required e Determine the actual face velocity through the sash opening of the hood where the average reading should be at the specified velocity Use calibrated thermal anemometer or other approved apparatus e Using a damp cloth clean the exterior surfaces of the hood particularly the front of the hood to remove any accumulated dust e Check all service valves f so equipped for proper operation e The hood baffles should be checked for blockages behind them to ensure that the hood 1s maintaining proper airflow e All weekly activities Annually e Replace the fluorescent lamps e Have the fume hood recertified by a qualified certification technician See Certifying the Protector Fume Hood in Chapter 3 e All monthly activities Biannually e The sash assembly should be checked to ensure proper operation and to make sure there are no signs of abnormal wear on the sash pulleys cables and clamps 34 Product Service 1 800
7. type in paragraphs that are preceded by the pointer icon Itis imperative that the information contained in these paragraphs be thoroughly read and understood by the user e A number icon precedes information that 1s specific to a particular model of laboratory fume hood The 4 icon indicates the text 1s specific to the 4 foot wide model The 5 icon indicates the text 1s specific to the 5 foot model etc e The S icon indicates the text is specific to the standard model e The A icon indicates the text is specific to the A Style Combination Sash Model Your Next Step If your Fume Hood needs to be installed proceed to Chapter 2 Prerequisites to ensure your installation site meets all of the requirements Then go to Chapter 3 Getting Started for instructions on how to install your laboratory fume hood and make all of the necessary connections If you would like to review how laboratory fume hoods operate go to Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions For information on the operational characteristics of your laboratory fume hood go to Chapter 5 Using Your Protector Hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction If your laboratory fume hood is installed and you need to perform routine maintenance on the cabinet proceed to Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector Hood For information on making modifications to the configuration of your fume hood go to Chapter 7 Modifying Your Lab
8. 4 48 Pass Through Hood 100 fpm 830 CFM 0 26 H O 60 Pass Through Hood 100 fpm 1100 CFM 0 40 H O 72 Pass E Pass Through Heod T SE Hood 100 fpm 1350 CFM 0 65 H O 60 Open 18 Sash Opening sash stop required ar Exhaust Static Standard Model Description Face Velocity 4 48 Protector Hood 60fpm 280CFM 003 HO _ o BS fpm 380CFM 005 H O o 100fpm 470CFM 0070 o O sbpm 490CFM 0 07 HO Of 610CFM 010 HO 6 72 Protector Hood 60fpm 450CFM 0 05 0 o 80fpm 600CFM 0 07 H O o l00fgm 750CFM 0 11 0 8 96 Protector Hood 60fpm 640CFM 0 03 H O 80fpm 850CFM 00 HO Ika 1060CFM 008 HO 120 Protector Hood 0 05 H O 80fpm I100CFM 0 08 HO _ y y Of 1370CFM 0 12 HO O O O SO 1340CFM 010HO Ika 1670CFM 0 16 HO o 80fpm 1830CFM 0 07 H O Lo 100 fpm 0 10 H20 Proper blower selection can be determined from these exhaust requirements and the total system static pressure loss Contact Labconco Customer Service for ass stance n s z ng a blower system Product Service 1 800 522 7658 9 Chapter 2 Prerequisites 10 Electrical Requirements The Protector Hood models feature internal wiring for the fluorescent light assembly and light switch All internal wiring is terminated at the single point wiring junction box for hook up by a qualified electrician The blow
9. 8 Troubleshooting Product Service 1 800 522 7658 41 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector Fume Hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 8 TROUBLESHOOTING Refer to the following table if your fume hood fails to operate properly If the suggested corrective actions do not solve your problem contact Labconco for additional assistance PROBLEM Remote blower and lights won t operate Remote blower won t operate but lights work Fume hood blower operates but lights will not operate CAUSE Wires not connected at junction boxes or switches Circuit breakers tripped in building electrical supply Blower wiring is disconnected Belt broken Blower motor is defective Lamp not installed correctly Lamp is defective Lamp circuit breaker in building is tripped Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CORRECTIVE ACTION Check connection of switches Check connection to control box on top of unit Reset circuit breakers Inspect blower wiring and switch Replace belt Replace blower motor Inspect lamp installation Replace lamp Reset the lamp circuit breaker 43 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting 44 PROBLEM Fume hood blower operates but lights will not operate Contaminants outside of fume hood Vertical sash no longer operates smoothly Combination A Style sash no longer operates smoothly CAUSE Lamp wiring is disconnected Defective lamp
10. 88 F 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 104 F 40 C e Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed 10 of the nominal voltage e 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 e Used n 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 55 Protector Hood Specifications Appendix C Inds Q30lAOBd 321A835 QNS NI 3NI1 ZI NI 3NI1 17 HW 3NI7 M3H28 ONI LNN JHM y Y amp l08MAS JLYAJHIS Jin2u SMILHSIT 404 INAH O3Q1IAQHd IHAY3S OND NI 3011 M GNI 11 NI 3011 17 7 NI 3NI1 OND NI 3NI1 1 MI 3NI1 HOLIWINOD HO H3AD38 1x3 ifdWi Q3Qi Q0Hd 3014435 W E E 4 JuU9WONAUR 70 DJOQD 13100 Janod Bui 321014 XXiL 56 N a v0z 312v14d323H 03123115 wasn 834018 53152Y1d3238 HO1INOR iv Sind A3H 0065 r66 N d XOB NOILINNAF LNIOd 319NIS i i TH 09 05 AOCZ 2H 09 ACH OOOH X 30123108d Wva9vig 9NIMIM TWNOILEO i green I a z i CET pon T 39uN0S 83MOd MOYS LIINNOISIO MATAS L2 NEE a SNINY Y M a pamo eso 03123135 wasn Lee 1
11. Sealing the Protector Hood to the work surface Arrange certification of your Protector Hood Depending upon which model you are installing you may need common plumbing and electrical installation tools in addition to 5 16 3 8 7 16 and 1 2 wrenches ratchets sockets a nut driver set a flat blade screwdriver a Phillips screwdriver and a carpenter level to complete the instructions in the chapter The Protector Hood models weigh between 400 to 800 Ibs 182 363 kg The shipping skid allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or floor jack If you must lift the fume hood manually follow safe lifting guidelines Normally the fume hood can be slid off a hydraulic lift table and Product Service 1 800 522 7658 11 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 12 be placed into position on top of the work surface Do not lift by the front air foil Unpacking Your Laboratory Fume Hood XL Baffles Carefully remove the shrink wrap or carton on your fume hood and inspect t for damage that may have occurred in transit If your unit is damaged notify the delivery carrier immediately and retain the entire shipment intact for inspection by the carrier DO NOT RETURN GOODS CS WITHOUT THE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION OF LABCONCO UNAUTHORIZED RETURNS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED F YOUR HOOD W
12. and contaminated materials in the work area e Avoid using techniques or procedures that disrupt the airflow patterns of the hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 31 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector Fume Hood Final Purging e Upon completion of work the hood should be allowed to operate for two to three minutes undisturbed to purge airborne contaminants from the work area before shutting down blower Unloading Materials and Equipment e Objects in contact with contaminated material should be surface decontaminated before removal from the hood e All open trays or containers should be covered before being removed from the hood Shutdown e Turn off the fluorescent light and hood blower then close the sash Your Next Step After you understand how to operate and work in the fume hood you are ready to proceed to Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector Fume Hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 6 MAINTAINING YOUR PROTECTOR FUME Hoop Now that you have an understanding of how to work in the fume hood we will review the suggested maintenance schedule and the common service operations necessary to maintain your fume hood for peak performance Only trained and experienced certification technicians should perform some of the service operations after the fume hood has been properly decontaminated DO NOT attempt to perform these operations if you are not properly trained The wrench icon precedes the
13. hood is assembled the sash weights are easily installed before the hood s placed against a rear wall Please keep this in mind and install the sash weights now Baffles Installation Install the upper baffle middle baffle and lower baffle Be sure the baffles are resting in the proper baffle mount supports Hood Replacement and Service Installation The hood is now ready for placement and the HVAC plumbing and electrical service can be installed Product Service 1 800 522 7658 63 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application Council Directive s 73 23 EEC 89 336 EEC 2002 95 EC ROHS 2002 96 EC WEEE 2004 108 EC Standard s to which conformity is declared EN61010 1 EN61326 1 EN55022 EN61000 3 2 3 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 Laboratory Hoods Model No Premier Models 48700 Series thru 48800 Series 4 Protector Laboratory Hoods 60700 Series thru 60800 Series 5 Protector Laboratory Hoods 72700 Series thru 72800 Series 6 Protector Laboratory Hoods 9674500 9683000 8 Protector Laboratory Hoods XL Models 97001 97002 97003 97004 Series Protector Laboratory Hoods 97504 97505 97506 Series Protector Laboratory Hoods XLE Models 99704 99705 99706 99707
14. mechanism it will take only a few pounds of force to move the sash up or down and you can operate the sash smoothly with one or two hands positioned any where along the handle The vertical rising sash may be raised to a maximum 28 operating height The airflow requirements should be sized for the 28 operating height 1f using sash stops then the airflow requirements can be reduced by approximately 40 at 18 or approximately 50 at 15 In the case of the Pass Through Hood its sash opening is only 26 and the airflow volume s based upon only one sash being open at a time Product Service 1 800 522 7658 29 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector Fume Hood 5 l 5 i 30 Operating the A Style Combination Sash Optional hood models have additional energy saving sashes called A Style Combination Sashes in place of vertical rising sashes These combination sashes allow the operator to use the hood with sashes either half open horizontally or vertically to conserve energy The horizontal sashes are used in normal operating mode Optional sets of sash stops can be installed to prevent raising the vertical sash above the half open and fully closed positions unless manually defeated by the operator The airflow requirements are sized for the 50 open sash condition Operating the Blower Your Protector Fume Hood utilizes a remote style blower which can be activated by turning the blower switch to ON You can validate the hood
15. this hood AVOID CROSS DRAFTS AND LIMIT TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF THE HOOD AIR DISTURBANCES CREATED MAY DRAW FUMES OUT OF THE HOOD Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions The use of heat generating equipment in this hood without the exhaust system operating properly can cause damage to the hood The Protector Laboratory Hood should be certified by a qualified certification technician before it is initially used The hood should be re certified whenever it is relocated serviced or at least annually thereafter Ensure that the unit 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 hood from electrical service Proper operation of the fume hood depends largely upon the hood s location and the operator s work habits Consult the Reference Manual in Appendix D Your Next Step After you understand the theory of operation and safety precautions you are ready to proceed to Chapter 5 Using Your Protector Fume Hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 27 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 28 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 5 Usinc Your PROTECTOR FUME Hoop Operating the Vertical S Rising Sash Because of the Protector Hood counterbalanced sash
16. 522 7658 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector Fume Hood Routine Service Operations Front Panel Removal l Simply lift the front panel up and then away from the hood to provide access to the top Changing the Fluorescent Lamp l Turn light switch to OFF s 2 Remove the front panel as noted earlier 3 Reach over the front header of the hood and remove knock out plugs at both ends of fixture Lift fixture up 4 Remove the fluorescent lamp by pushing it out of the spring loaded lamp socket and swinging it out of the other lamp socket 5 Install the new lamp by reversing the removal procedure Your Next Step After you understand the maintenance procedures you are ready to proceed to Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector Fume Hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 35 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector Fume Hood 36 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 7 MiopiFYING Y OUR PROTECTOR FUME Hoop There are several ways to modify the fume hood for your individual requirements These include the addition of work surfaces service fixtures air monitor distillation grids electrical duplex outlets ceiling enclosures and rear panels Installing Work Surfaces Your Protector Fume Hood requires a work surface to work properly Contact Labconco Customer Service for ordering information Figure 7 1 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 37 Chapter 7 Modifying Your P
17. 99708 Series Protector Laboratory Hoods Serial No Various See Individual Declaration Year of Manufacture 2002 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 Full Name Position Labconco P N 36960 23 Rev C ECO E344 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 64
18. AE 110 1995 Method of Testing Performance of Fume Hoods Evaluates fume hood s containment characteristics e Three part test Smoke generation Face velocity profile Tracer gas release 4 liters per minute e Rated As Manufactured AM As Installed AI and As Used AU American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers 1791 Tullie Circle N E Atlanta GA 30329 404 636 8400 ANSI Z9 5 1993 Laboratory Standard Covers entire laboratory ventilation system e Vertical stack discharge 2000 3000 fpm e New and remodeled hoods shall have a monitoring device e Ductless hoods should only be used with non hazardous materials e Fume hood face velocities between 80 120 fpm American Industrial Hygiene Association 2700 Prosperity Avenue Suite 250 Fairfax VA 22031 703 849 8888 SEFA 1 2002 e Fume hood face velocities based on toxicity levels of chemicals Class A 125 to 150 fpm Class B 80 to100 fpm Class C 75 to 80 fpm e Test method face velocity profile and smoke generation Scientific Equipment amp Furniture Association 1028 Duchess Drive McLean VA 22102 703 538 6007 NFPA 45 2002 Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals e Laboratory hoods should not be relied on for explosion protection Exhaust air from fume hoods should not be recirculated Services should be external to the hood Canopy hoods only for non hazardous applications Materials of construction sho
19. AS DAMAGED IN TRANSIT YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM DIRECTLY WITH THE FREIGHT CARRIER LABCONCO CORPORATION AND ITS DEALERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING DAMAGES Do not discard the shipping skid or packing material for your fume hood until you have checked all of the components and installed and tested the unit The XL fume hood baffles are shipped loose behind the hood and do not discard The upper baffle is 15 75 tall the middle baffle is 23 58 tall and the lower baffle is 16 75 tall See Figure 3 1 and Figure B 3 that shows proper XL baffle installation Do not remove the fume hood from its shipping skid until it 1s ready to be placed into its final location Move the unit by placing a flat low dolly under the shipping skid or by using a floor jack Do not move the hood by tilting it onto a hand truck Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Removing the Shipping Skid LEAVE THE FUME HOOD ce ATTACHED TO ITS SHIPPING SKID UNTIL IT IS AS CLOSE TO ITS FINAL LOCATION AS POSSIBLE MOVE THE HOOD BY USING A SUITABLE FLOOR JACK OR BY PLACING A FURNITURE DOLLY UNDERDNEATH THE SKID DO NOT MOVE THE HOOD BY TILTING ITONTO A HAND TRUCK After you verify the fume hood components move your hood to the location where you want to install it Should you require disassembly to move the hood then follow the instructions n Appendix E Then follow the steps listed next to remove the shipping skid from your uni
20. DO NOT OVERLOAD THE WORK SURFACE WITH APPARATUS OR WORK MATERIAL THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE LABORATORY HOOD IS BASED UPON HAVING PROPER AIRFLOW THROUGH THE STRUCTURE DO NOT PLACE LARGE BULKY OBJECTS SUCH AS BLOCK HEATERS DIRECTLY ON THE HOOD WORK SURFACE INSTEAD ELEVATE THE OBJECT 2 TO 3 ON BLOCKS TO ALLOW A FLOW OF AIR UNDER THE OBJECT AND INTO THE LOWER REAR BAFFLE EXHAUST SLOT ENSURE BLOCKS ARE LEVEL AND SECURED IN PLACE Product Service 1 800 522 7658 25 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 26 4 Blocking the bottom of the baffle at rear of hood will change the airflow pattern in the hood causing turbulence and possible leakage at the face of the hood Don t store containers or supplies against baffles as this will affect airflow through the hood Avoid placing your head inside hood Keep hands out of hood as much as possible Always work as far back in hood as possible It is best to keep all chemicals and apparatus 6 inside the front of the hood This hood does not feature explosion proof electrical components unless ordered separately Therefore use of flammable or explosive materials in quantities above the explosive limit are not recommended Do not work with chemicals in this hood without the exhaust system running Do not store chemicals in a fume hood Perchloric acid use in this hood is prohibited High level radioisotope materials are prohibited for usage in
21. FLOW MONITOR SYSTEM 29 amp AA Figure 7 6 Figure 7 7 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 39 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector Fume Hood Distillation Grids Field Installation The distillation grid P N s 9725200 thru 9725206 have been strategically placed with the vertical rod center lines in front of the lower baffle and middle baffle The distillation grids allow the hood user to mount glassware motors stirrers and other apparatus not available on Pass Through Fume Hood Contact Labconco Customer Service for ordering information Figure 7 8 Sash Stop Kit Field Installation The sash stop P N 9724500 restricts how far a vertical rising sash may be opened This small plastic device may be easily field installed on the fixture corner post of any fume hood The metal bracket is simply mounted to the sash handle Figure 7 9 40 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector Fume Hood Installing an Electrical Duplex Outlet Your Protector Fume Hood can be ordered with duplex outlets however if you ordered a model without an electrical duplex outlet you can have one installed in the field by a qualified electrician Contact Labconco Customer Service for ordering information Not acceptable on explosion proof hoods Figure 7 10 Your Next Step After you understand the modifying procedures you are ready to proceed to Chapter
22. NDIX B PROTECTOR DIMENSIONS APPENDIX C PROTECTOR SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX D REFERENCES APPENDIX E DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 47 51 55 37 61 64 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Protector Laboratory Fume Hood Your Protector Laboratory Fume Hood is designed to protect you It is the result of Labconco s more than 50 years experience in manufacturing fume hoods and users like you suggested many of its features to us The Labconco Protector Fume Hood has been engineered to provide maximum visibility in a laboratory and effectively contain toxic noxious or other harmful materials when properly installed The Protector offers many unique features to enhance safety performance and visibility To take full advantage of them please acquaint yourself with this manual and keep it handy for future reference If you are unfamiliar with how fume hoods operate please review Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions before you begin working n the fume hood Even if you are an experienced fume hood user please review Chapter 5 Using Your Fume Hood which describes your Protector Hood s features so that you can use the hood efficiently Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction About This Manual This manual is designed to help you learn how to install use and mainta n your laboratory fume hood Inst
23. ame of epoxy coated steel and aluminum is durable and corrosion resistant 17 Exhaust Connection The hood features 12 12 75 OD pipe exhaust connections sized to allow for a minimum static pressure loss through the hood structure while providing a good transport velocity through the exhaust system 4 Integral Blower models and Pass Through Hoods use 10 10 75 OD 18 Spillstopper Solid Epoxy Work Surface is dished to contain spills Work surface 1s sold separately 19 Optional Ceiling Enclosure Kits are available for a decorative facade between the hood and the ceiling 20 Optional Sash Stops provide a means of controlling the operating height of the sash Product Service 1 800 522 7658 23 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 24 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Although the laboratory hood has been engineered to maintain optimum operator safety caution should always be used while working in the hood Prior to using the hood check to make sure that the exhaust blower is operating and that air is entering the hood at its specified face velocity USE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING IN CS THE HOOD AT ALL TIMES CLEAN UP SPILLS IMMEDIATELY WITH A MILD DETERGENT PERIODICALLY CLEAN HOOD INTERIOR INCLUDING FLUORESCENT LIGHT GLASS PANEL REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS TO MAINTAIN MAXIMUM ILLUMINATION
24. art dolly or mobile bench ALL Protector Hood installations must be permanent and stationary The supporting structure usually consists of a base cabinet and chemically resistant work surface Exhaust Requirements The exhaust duct connection has been designed for 12 nominal duct 12 75 OD to allow for minimum static pressure loss while operating at 100 fpm face velocities The 12 diameter exhaust duct also allows for proper transport velocities away from the hood in the 1000 fpm to 2500 fpm range The proper exhaust volume and static pressure loss are listed next for each hood model NOTE The 4 integral blower model and the 4 5 and 6 Pass Through Hood feature a 10 10 75 OD duct Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 2 Prerequisites Full Open 28 Sash Opening E Exhaust Static Standard Model Description Face Velocity 4 48 Protector Hood 80fpm 590CFM 0JI HO gt 100fpm 730CFM 016 HO 0 15 FO Lo 100fpm 960CFM 024 HO 6 72 Protector Hood 80fpm 940CFM 0 I8 HO 100 fpm 1180CFM 028 H O 8 96 Protector Hood 80fpm 1330CFM O0J2 HO 100 fpm 1660CFM 0 19 H O l00fpm 2130CFM 0 28 HO 144 Protector Hood 0 25 H O gt gt l00fpm 2600CFM 039 HO O Fee Hoo Ulla 192 Protector Hood 0 15 H20 100 fpm 3550 CFM 0 23 H O E x Exhaust Static Standard Model E i Face Velocity
25. ballasts Improper user techniques for the fume hood Restriction of the baffle air slots or blockage of the exhaust outlet External factors are disrupting the fume hood airflow patterns or acting as a source of contamination Fume hood has improper face velocity Cable is frayed or plastic protection is damaged Pulley bearing is damaged Cable has slipped off the pulleys Weight has broken pulleys Horizontal glass panels have come off the tracks CORRECTIVE ACTION Inspect lamp wiring Replace lamp ballasts See Certifying the Hood Chapter 3 and Safety Precautions Chapter 4 sections in the manual Ref Appendix D Remove baffles to ensure that all air slots and the exhaust outlet are unobstructed See Location Requirements Chapter 2 Certifying the Hood Chapter 3 and Safety Precautions Chapter 4 sections of this manual Ref Appendix D Have fume hood re certified and check remote blower exhaust system Hood should have average face velocity of 80 100 fpm Inspect cable and replace cable if worn or damaged immediately otherwise injury could result Replace pulley bearing or add grease Re install cable must be replaced immediately if damaged Replace weight pulleys Re install horizontal glass on tracks Product Service 1 800 522 7658 PROBLEM Electrical duplex outlets no longer have power Service valves no longer operate
26. cated behind a laminated safety glass shield mounted to the top of the hood The factory wired instant start T8 lighting 1s serviceable from outside the hood cavity Low mounted factory wired light and blower switches are ADA compliant Clean Sweep Air Foil allows air to sweep the work surface for maximum containment Streamlined corner posts provide maximum visibility and the flexibility to add services after installation All hoods are factory prepared for up to 8 service fixtures Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 12 Duplex electrical receptacles are mounted on the r ght and left corner posts as requested Receptacles are factory wired to hood single point junction box 13 Shipped fully assembled and eliminates the need for costly onsite assembly 14 Accessory Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor or Guardian Jr Monitor continuously monitors face velocity An audio visual alarm alerts the user to low airflow conditions The right corner post is factory prepared to accommodate the Guardian Monitor sold separately 15 Optional Energy Reducing A Style Combination Sash Models These combination sashes allow the operator to use the hood with sashes either half open vertically or horizontally to conserve energy Optional sash stops prevent raising the vertical sash above the half open and fully closed positions unless manually defeated by the operator 16 Fr
27. d Reassembly Instructions Header Removal l The header is fastened to the corner posts by four 12 screws Simply reach behind the corner posts from the side and remove the screws while another person supports the header Sash Removal There is one sash to be removed on the 4 5 and 6 hoods Please note that there are two sashes that need to be removed for the 8 10 and 12 hoods and four sashes on the 16 hood Please repeat the procedure for each sash l For 8 through 16 remove the bumper from the middle sash slide by removing the screw Be careful not to misplace the loose parts This part is a crucial component to the operation of the sash 2 For 8 through 16 remove the middle sash slide assemblies by sliding them up and out Remove the sash end stops by removing the hardware 4 Remove end cable and pulleys from sides Now the glass sash assembly can be removed by sliding it up and out 6 Remove sash weights The weights were shipped attached to the back Top Assembly Removal Please not that the 4 through 8 hoods are designed with one continuous top liner Therefore the top support is not required for the 4 through 8 hoods but is used on the 10 12 and 16 hoods 1 Remove the top support by removing the 1 4 20 hardware and screws 2 Remove the anti rack shaft assemblies by removing the screws Then remove the top liner assemblies by removing the screws Front Truss Removal 1 Rem
28. e should be at least as wide as the hood to properly support it The work surface is aligned flush with the back of the fume hood for good airflow this will provide the correct spacing under the air foil for proper bypass airflow In the case of the Pass Through Hood the overhang of the hood airfoils past the edge of the worksurface should be equal on both sides for proper airflow WARNING It is important to support the rear of the work surface and fume hood The cross support provides support for the bottom of the work surface Install the cross support after the base cabinets and work surface are leveled and before installing the hood The following are instructions for mounting a cross support l Level the base cabinets and the work surface Work surface should be placed flush with the back of the fume hood as shown in Figure 3 1 2 Scribea line on the wall or back of the base cabinet to locate the support under the work surface 3 Mount the support by attaching it to the wall or base cabinet 14 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started 4 Place the hood on top of the work surface and cross support The work surface should be smooth and durable such as a chemically resistant epoxy resin The surface should be nonporous and resistant to the acids solvents and chemicals used in conjunction with the Protector Fume Hood The work surface should also contain a dished recessed area for containi
29. er switch and light switch wires are also terminated at the single point wiring junction box for hook up by a qualified electrician Refer to Chapter 3 Getting Started and Appendix C Protector Specifications for the wiring diagram for proper electrical installation Service Line Requirements All service lines to the laboratory fume hood should be 1 4 inch outside diameter copper brass for natural gas and equipped with an easily accessible shut off valve should disconnection be required If the service line pressure exceeds 40 PSI it must be equipped with a pressure regulator to reduce the line pressure Please check with local codes for other requirements Space Requirements The dimensions for the different models are shown in Appendix B Protector Dimensions Your Next Step After you have determined that the location you have selected accommodates the installation and operational requirements of your fume hood you are ready to begin installation Proceed to Chapter 3 Getting Started Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED Now that the site for your laboratory fume hood 1s properly prepared you are ready to unpack inspect install and certify your unit Read this chapter to learn how to e Unpack and move your Protector Hood e Set up the fume hood with the supporting structure and work surface Connect to an exhaust system Connect the electrical supply source Connect the service lines
30. ng primary spills Figure 3 1 Painted SST Duct Collar 2 3 4 Pulley Baffle Incandescent Light Fixture 48 ASIDE 4619 2400 Hood RE light r id PL Place Cross Support Here Window on right side For model with window only Blower Switch Light Switch sashes 125 3 20 HOLD THIS DIMENSION FOR PROPER AIRFLOW SECTIONAL SIDE VIEW SIDE VIEW Pass Through Models Dimensions Shown in Inches Hood Internal Filler Panel Hood Depth Depth Depth Work Surface B D Depth 33 19 G G 39 19 45 19 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 15 Chapter 3 Getting Started Connecting to the Protector Hood Exhaust System WARNING The weight of the exhaust ductwork system must be supported independently of the hood superstructure Do not allow this weight to be supported by the hood structure as damage to the hood may occur ws The exhaust connection should be HA installed by a qualified HVAC contractor The exhaust connection on your hood has been designed for 12 nominal pipe 12 75 OD to allow for minimum static pressure loss with proper transport velocities away from the hood The 4 integral blower model and Pass Through Hoods use 10 10 75 OD duct Consult Labconco Customer Service should you require help sizing your blower for the exhaust volume and total system static pressure loss The selected exhaust duct material qi should match the hood proced
31. o be taken This should be done across the sash opening of the hood in accordance with the Industrial Ventilation Manual section on laboratory hoods See Appendix D Reference Labconco recommends an average face velocity at the sash opening of 80 to 100 feet per minute Consult Labconco Customer Service for proper airflow volumes for your particular model Your Protector Fume Hood has been tested at the factory per ASHRAE 110 1995 All hoods achieve an as manufactured rat ng of less than 0 10 part per million ppm at 4 liters per minute Ipm AM lt 0 10 consult Labconco for individual fume hood ratings For field use ASHRAE testing contact Labconco Sales Engineering Team or Customer Service for a certified on site contractor NOTE Face velocity profiles and smoke testing should be done periodically to ensure safe performance Your Next Step After your Fume Hood has been installed and certified you are ready to proceed to Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 4 PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Performance Features The Protector Laboratory Hood 1s designed to meet the needs of the laboratory scientist The laboratory fume hood has been designed to effectively contain toxic noxious or other harmful materials when properly installed A fully featured by pass hood with baffle and air foil this hood maintains safe airflow Op
32. oods Appendix B Protector Hood Dimensions contains comprehensive diagrams showing all of the dimensions for the laboratory fume hoods Appendix C Protector Hood Specifications contains the electrical requirements for laboratory fume hood Wiring diagrams are also included Appendix D References lists the various resources available that deal with laboratory fume hoods Typographical Conventions Recognizing the following typographical conventions will help you understand and use this manual e Book chapter and section titles are shown in italic 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 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 3 Chapter 1 i sts ew Wk Introduction 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 fume hood e Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are preceded by the wrench icon These operations should only be performed by a trained certifier or contractor Failure to comply with the information following a wrench icon may result in injury to the user or permanent damage to your hood e Important information is presented in capitalized
33. oratory Fume Hood Refer to Chapter 8 Troubleshooting if you are experiencing problems with your fume hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 5 Chapter 1 Introduction 6 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 2 PREREQUISITES Before you install your laboratory fume hood you need to prepare your site for installation Carefully examine the location where you intend to install your hood You must be certain that the area is level and of solid construction In addition a dedicated source of electrical power must be located near the installation site Carefully read this chapter to learn the requirements for your installation site The location requirements The support requirements The exhaust requirements The electrical power requirements The service line requirements The space requirements Refer to Appendix B Protector Hood Dimensions for complete fume hood dimensions Refer to Appendix C Protector Hood Specifications for complete laboratory fume hood electrical and environmental conditions specifications and requirements Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 2 Prerequisites Location Requirements The fume hood should be located away from traffic patterns doors windows fans ventilation registers and any other air handling device that could disrupt its airflow patterns All windows in the room should be closed Support Requirements DO NOT install the fume hood on a qi c
34. ory Safety A Guide for the Biomedical Laboratory Springer Verlag New York 1990 Sax N Irving and Lewis JR Richard J Rapid Guide to Hazardous Chemicals in the Workplace Van Nostrand Reinhold 1987 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 59 Appendix D References Schilt Alfred A Perchloric Acid and Perchlorates The G Frederick Smith Chemical Company Columbus OH 1979 Steere Norman CRC Handbook of Laboratory Safety 2 Edition CRC Press 1971 60 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX E DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY INsTRUCTIONS XL STYLE Hoops Required Tools The following tools will be required for disassembly and reassembly Cordless Drills and Phillips bits 1 4 5 16 3 8 7 16 Sockets small Screwdriver Phillips Screwdriver Right Angle Screwdriver 1 4 5 16 Box Ratchet 1 4 Extension 5 16 3 8 7 16 Combination Wrench 1 4 Ratchet Small Right Angle Needle Nose Pliers Nut Driver Set Decorative Panel Removal l Remove side panels by removing 10 24 screws and lifting away 2 Remove front panels by lifting up and away Light Removal and Blower Wiring 1 On the top of the hood disconnect the Molex connector and remove the green ground wire All the removable wires are part of the wiring harness to the corner post switches Be sure to label all wires and refer to the wiring diagrams for proper reassembly Product Service 1 800 522 7658 61 Appendix E Disassembly an
35. ove the front truss support from the side frames by removing the 1 4 20 x 1 5 hex head screws washers lockwashers and nuts Simple reach behind the side frames while somebody supports the front truss and remove it 62 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix E Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions Airfoil Removal l Remove lower corner post screw located under the airfoil 2 Remove the airfoil by removing the rear screws located on top of the airfoil on each side Rear Frame Removal 1 Remove the rear frames from the side frames by removing screws from each side frame 2 If desired you can remove the right rear frame from the left rear frame by removing the 1 4 20 hardware angle support and screws This step is not always necessary and depends on the installation and size of the hoods Transport and Reassembly The various subassemblies are now ready to be transported and reassembled in the opposite way the hood was disassembled All hoods will require a minimum of five people to lift the hood two people on each side and one in front for balance only A hydraulic lift table should be used as an aid in lifting The 16 hood should be assembled where placed If in doubt about lifting the hood always reassemble the hood where it will be placed Reinstallation Make sure the anti rack shaft does not slide from left to right as this will be noisy and not work effectively Sash Weight Reassembly After the
36. 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 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 d
37. rnal Junction Box Figure 3 2 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 17 Chapter 3 Getting Started All wiring for the fume hood SHOULD be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to all local codes In most cases the hood will require the use of shielded conduit to protect the wiring into the hood The erounding connection shall not be made to the terminal box cover The fluorescent light has been mounted outside the top liner panel and is sealed from vapors inside the hood structure To change the fluorescent light bulbs in your hood you must first remove the front panel from the hood Next remove the knock out plugs holding the light fixture in place Lift fixture up and replace any deflective bulbs Reverse order to reassemble Connecting the Service Lines to the Protector Fume Hood The hoods with service fixtures have been plumbed from the valve to the hose connector or gooseneck for your installation convenience Supply tubing shall be provided by the qualified installer Tubing can enter the hood from above through the back or through the work surface to make these connections to the service fixtures NOTE Inspect all fittings for leakage Tighten the fittings slightly if needed CAUTION Do not use oxygen with any standard service fixture Contact Labconco Customer Service for oxygen fixture information 18 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Should access to the hood plumbing fix
38. rotector Fume Hood Installing Ceiling Enclosures Above the Fume Hood Your Protector Fume Hood has mounting holes to accept a ceiling enclosure to close off the area between the top of the hood and the ceiling Contact Labconco Customer Service for ordering information Figure 7 2 Installing Rear Panels Behind the Fume Hood Your Protector Fume Hood can be modified to add a rear panel behind the fume hood when the fume hood is placed on an island not available on Pass Through Fume Hood Contact Labconco Customer Service for ordering information 38 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector Fume Hood Installing Additional Service Fixtures Additional service fixtures can be installed in the available service fixture holes in both sidewalls and corner posts The fume hood 1s factory set to accept up to four valves per side Contact Labconco Customer Service for information Figure 7 3 Knob Figure 7 4 Valve Figure 7 5 Hose Connector Installing Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor or Guardian Jr Airflow Monitor The Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor P N 9743211 continuously monitors face velocity through the fume hood opening The Guardian Jr Airflow Monitor P N 90743202 continuously monitors airflow through the exhaust The fume hood right corner post is factory prepared to mount either monitor Contact Labconco Customer Service to order GUARDIAN AIR
39. ructions for installing optional equipment on your hood are also included Chapter 1 Introduction provides a brief overview of the laboratory fume hood 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 your laboratory fume hood Electrical and service requirements are discussed Chapter 3 Getting Started contains the information you need to properly unpack inspect install and certify your laboratory fume hood Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions explains how the Protector operates and the appropriate precautions you should take when using the fume hood Chapter 5 Using Your Protector discusses the basic operation of your fume hood Information on how to prepare use and shut down your Protector Hood are included Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector explains how to perform routine maintenance on your fume hood Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector explains how to modify the fume hood or add accessories Chapter 8 Troubleshooting contains a table of problems you may encounter while using your laboratory fume hood including the probable causes of the problems and suggested corrective actions Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction Appendix A Protector Hood Components contains labeled diagrams of all of the components of the fume h
40. t 1 Remove the side panels by unscrewing the Phillips screws 2 Find the hardware bolts washers nuts that attach the fume hood to the skid and remove the hardware Some hardware 1s on the sides and some Is on the back Sash Weight Release To protect the fume hood from damage in shipment the sash weight has been secured to the back of the fume hood with four 4 screws Simply remove the screws and make sure the sash cables are on the pulleys before operation of the sash On models with more than one sash the sash weights have been secured to the shipping skid with lag screws Remove the weights from the skid and attach them to the respective sash cables using the hooks provided The sash weights 2 on the Pass Through Hood have been bolted to the hood frame assembly on the left side of the hood for shipment Remove these attachment screws before operating either sash Product Service 1 800 522 7658 13 Chapter 3 Getting Started NOTE THE SASH WEIGHT ITSELF WAS CE INDIVIDUALLY MATCHED FOR THIS SPECIFIC HOOD AND SHOULD NOT BE EXCHANGED ON ANY OTHER UNIT Install the Protector Hood on a Supporting Structure and Work Surface The Protector Hood is heavy Use caution when lifting or moving the unit When installing the Protector Fume Hood onto a chemically resistant work surface or benchtop ensure that the structure can safely support the combined weight of the fume hood and any related equipment The work surfac
41. t Step CHAPTER 2 PREREQUISITES Location Requirements support Requirements Exhaust Requirements Exhaust Requirements Table Electrical Requirements service Line Requirements Space Requirements Your Next Step CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED Unpacking Your Fume Hood Removing the Shipping Skid sash Weight Release Installing the Hood on a Supporting Structure amp Work Surface Connecting to the Hood Exhaust System Connecting the Electrical Supply Source Connecting the Service Lines sealing the Protector Hood Certifying the Protector Fume Hood Your Next Step CHAPTER 4 PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Performance Features safety Precautions Your Next Step 21 21 25 21 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR PROTECTOR Operating the Vertical Rising Sash Operating the A Style Combination Sash Operating the Blower Operating the Lights Working in your Protector Fume Hood Your Next Step CHAPTER 6 MAINTAINING YOUR FUME HOOD Routine Maintenance Schedule Routine Service Operations Your Next Step CHAPTER 7 MODIFYING YOUR FUME HOOD Installing Work Surfaces Installing Ceiling Enclosures Above the Fume Hood Installing Rear Panels Behind the Fume Hood Installing Additional Service Fixtures Installing Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor Distillation Grids Field Installation Sash Stop Kit Field Installation Installing an Electrical Duplex Outlet Your Next Step CHAPTER 8 TROUBLESHOOTING APPENDIX A PROTECTOR COMPONENTS APPE
42. tional energy saving A Style Combination Sash models are also available The hood features by pass airflow design that allows the hood face velocity to remain relatively stable as the sash is closed Airflow is diverted behind the front panel and under the air foil to help control fluctuations in face velocity which occur as the sash is closed Product Service 1 800 522 7658 21 Chapter 4 Performance Features and Safety Precautions 22 10 11 Unique sash provides maximum visibility of 32 15 high while conserving energy by limiting sash travel to 28 Vertical rising sash may be raised from a closed to 28 operating height Exhaust volume and blower sizing is based on the 28 height Optional sash stops are available to limit sash height and reduce energy usage On Pass Through Hoods only one sash can be open and its sash opening height is 26 By pass airflow design ensures relatively stable face velocities Large usable interior work depth and interior height of 48 provides ample working space Baffle not shown directs airflow to the rear of the interior to provide efficient airflow The baffle may be removed for cleaning purposes only Exterior access cover plates are removable for easy access to plumbing valves when access through the sides 1s not available Lift Away front panel provides easy access to electrical wiring sash weights and lighting fixtures Energy efficient fluorescent lighting is lo
43. ture bodies be required remove the service access plate on the hood front corner posts by loosening their individual screws See item 11 Figure A 1 page 48 and 49 The valve body will now be fully exposed for any service work that may be necessary The service fixtures supplied on your laboratory hood are designed for use with the following services e Air e Hot Water e Vacuum e Cold Water e Natural Gas See caution below WARNING Contact Labconco Customer Service directly before using any service other than those listed above in these valves to assure full compatibility CAUTION Natural gas should be used only in the service fixture that has been pre plumbed with brass tubing Sulfur content of the gas could cause deterioration of standard copper supply lines Sealing the Protector Hood to the Work Surface When the hood has been set n place ducted wired and plumbed it should be sealed at the work surface to prevent spilled materials from collecting under the walls of the hood Materials such as silicone sealants are recommended to seal the hood structure Certifying the Protector Fume Hood The combination of your laboratory hood exhaust ductwork and exhaust blower gives you the flexibility to change the airflow at the sash opening of your hood To determine the actual face velocity at the sash Product Service 1 800 522 7658 19 Chapter 3 Getting Started opening airflow velocity readings will need t
44. uct Service 1 800 522 7658 51 Appendix B Protector Dimensions Premier Integral Model Widths ol de ll a A 48 00 60 00 72 00 B 3825 5025 6225 SECTION A A Figure B 2 52 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix B Protector Dimensions XL Model Widths x s 6 8 T 0 T CS B 3393923504939 OTTO Intemal Depth LL OL J j op j D 2499300503600 Sd T T E Hed L L L E 8 00 14 00 or 30 00 Duct CL C L HO 00 x 00 00 EG 00 Four Spacing One Duct OneDuct OneDuct Two Ducts Two Ducts Two Ducts Ducts Lue ure ur pes pus ur M 28110 TYP y FT MODEL ONLY TOP VIEW AA AR 320 HOLD THIS DIMENSION FOR PROPER AIRFLOW FRONT VIEW SECTIONAL SIDE VIEW Figure B 3 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 93 Appendix B Protector Dimensions Pass Through Model Widths Overall Width A Exhaust Location B Sash Opening C c wd ru ui ee 48 38 25 30 50 25 2 314 Pulley TYPI Sash Weight Location TOP VIEW Window on right side For model with window onlyl Blower Switch Light Switch Figure B 4 54 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX C PROTECTOR FUME Hoop SPECIFICATIONS Environmental Conditions e Indoor use only e Maximum altitude 10 000 feet 3 048 meters e Ambient temperature range 41 to 104 F 5 to 40 C e Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to
45. ue 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 your 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 is 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 if 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 9825700 Rev G ECO E618 TABLE Or CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION About This Manual Typographical Conventions Your Nex
46. uld have flame spread of 25 or less e 80 to 120 fpm to prevent escape Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix D References NFPA 30 2000 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code e Approved cabinets may be metal or wood e Vent location on cabinets are required e Venting of cabinets not a requirement National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park P O Box 9101 Quincy MA 02269 9101 800 344 3555 General References American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists Industrial Ventilation A Manual of Recommended Practice Cincinnati OH ASHRAE Standard Committee ASHRAE Standard Atlanta ASHRAE Publications Sales Department 1995 British Standards Institution Laboratory Fume Cupboards Parts 1 2 and 3 London 1990 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 DiBerardinis L et al Guides for Laboratory Design Health and Safety Considerations Wiley amp Sons 1987 McDermott Henry Handbook of Ventilation for Contaminant Control 2 Edition Butterworth Publishers 1985 Miller Brinton M et al Laboratory Safety Principles and Practices American Society for Microbiology Washington D C 1986 NIH Guidelines for the Laboratory Use of Chemical Carcinogens NIH Publication No 81 2385 Rayburn Stephen R The Foundation of Laborat
47. ures and chemicals used to ensure compatibility Connecting the Electrical Supply Source to the Protector Fume Hood Prior to connecting any electrical wiring to the fume hood structure refer to the hood identification plate for the proper electrical requirements of your specific model 16 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Protector Hoods should include overload protection A switch or circuit breaker should be in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the operator The switch or circuit breaker is to be marked as the disconnecting device for the equipment Consult the NEC 2002 for proper installation di WARNING The building electrical supply system for The identification plate model number serial number and electrical connection boxes are accessible from the front of the fume hood by removing the front panel The Protector Hood is normally wired for 115 Volt 60 Hz 20 Amp or 230Volt 50 Hz 10 Amp electrical service Check the I D plate behind the front panel for voltage verification The number of circuits varies depending on the model All of the electrical connections are terminated at the single point internal junction box for hook up by a qualified electrician The single point internal junction box is used for the connection of the lights blower and duplex outlets Refer to the wiring diagram for your Protector in Appendix C Protector Fume Hood Specifications Inte
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