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Protector ClassMate Laboratory Fume Hoods User`s Manual

1. 5 A d i Da Za Parara i Product Service 1 800 522 7658 19 Chapter 3 Getting Started 20 The exhaust connection on your hood has been designed for 8 nominal pipe 8 62 O D to allow for minimum static pressure loss with proper transport velocities away from the hood Itis acceptable to combine the air from two back to back hoods with a 12 x 8 x 8 dual exhaust adapter that would basically have two 8 nominal exhaust inlets and one 12 12 00 O D nominal exhaust outlet See Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories for dual exhaust adapter Refer to exhaust requirements in Chapter 3 Fume Hood Components on exhaust volumes for your model to properly size the blower Consult Labconco Sales Engineering Team should you require help sizing your blower for the exhaust volume and total system static pressure loss Connecting the Electrical Supply Source to the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Prior to connecting any electrical wiring to the fume hood structure refer to the hood identification plate for the proper electrical characteristics of your specific model 4 WARNING The building electrical supply system for Protector ClassMate 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 Product Service 1 80
2. 1 237040 Ballast Assy d Bulbs use on 5 6 Hoods 104 1 691100 Valve Cover Plate Left 1B 1 69110 ValveCover Plate Right toc 1 269900 Valve Cover Plate HOPECLeft 10D 1 969940 Valve Cover Plate HOPEC Right 1 1 68840 JjAccssPandl 0 000 00000 2A 1 698900 SidePanlLH________________ DB 1 69901 SidePanlRH________________ BA 1 69190 Air Foil Std IB 1 69190 j AirFolSt S 0 0 00 0 BC 1 799190 ANEONSdm 0 0 1 0 15 ID 1 6991903 Air Foil A Style 0 0 00 0 0 IE 1 6900 jAirFoi A tyeS 0 0 IF 1 69002 Air Foil A Style6 0 00 00 14A 1 69000 Trough 14B 1 6906001 Trugh 0 0 0 0 14 1 69060 Trough 15 2 1924300 Screw Shoulder 10 24 25 x 25 16 1 188545 Screw 632x 3lStanles 17 2 186140 LEK Front 18 1 21489100 LubrplateGrase 20 2 19400 Bearing Flanged Rear o 21 2 49490 Cable Sash 130 0 0 22 4 192000 Clamp Cable a 234 4 0970940 Rolle Combination A StyleSash NO Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix A Protector ClassMate Components Figure A 1 21 22 Ly E
3. Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories po SOLVENT AC 48 9902000 990100 36 990100 99000 30 9992200 Po 39900120 5 1 5 24 9902300 9902400 9901300 9901500 18 gt AAN 9901600 BEE EA AAA 12 48 w Self Closing Doors 9903000 36 w Self Closing Doors 30 w Self Closing Doors HO EE 24 w Self Closing Doors 9903300 9903400 l J 24 ADA 1 9906000 9906100 9905000 9905200 _ 24 ADA w Self Closing Doors 9906200 9906300 l J I ADA gt 990510 990530 _ BEE xw spo sol sc po cmo qp oc cp ox STANDARDBASE VACUUMPUMP __ easy 990000 j Ber 9900100 e tC sl A 799002007 m s JL E i 24 1 9 99030 990600 o piss 1 1 990400 9900700 9907000 9907100 127 1 J 99050 99080 5 48 w Self Closing Doors 36 w Self Closing Doors J J To o S o o o 30 w Self Closing Doors 24 w Self Closing Doors Ao 24 ADA 990400 99030 24 ADA w Self Closing Doors 18 ADA gt 9904100 9904400 12 ADA gt 9904200 9904500 Wood Cabinets S Consult Labconco Sales Engineering Team for pricing and availability of wood cabinets Remote Blowe
4. 0 30 H20 69716 01 72 A Style Sash Hood with digital airflow monitor 4 fixtures amp 2 60 fpm 410 CFM 0 11 HO duplexes 80 fpm 550 CFM 0 20 H O 100 pm 680CFM 0 30 H O Proper blower selection can be determined from these exhaust requirements and the total system static pressure loss Consult Labconco Sales Engineering Team if you need help sizing a blower Product Service 1 800 522 7658 9 Chapter 2 Prerequisites 10 Electrical Requirements The Protector ClassMate Hood models feature internal wiring for the fluorescent light assembly and light switch All hood models with 115V 60 Hz duplex outlets are terminated at the internal boxes for hook up by a qualified electrician The blower switch and light switch wires are also terminated at the internal boxes for hook up by a qualified electrician Refer to Chapter 3 Getting Started and Appendix C Protector ClassMate Specifications for the wiring diagram for proper electrical installation All models have 115 VAC 60 Hz 12 Amp requirements Service Line Requirements All service lines to the laboratory fume hood should be Ya inch outside diameter copper brass for 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 On hood models with service fixtures three of the fixtures are pre plumbed using 1 4 c
5. 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 ClassMate Fume Hood 42 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 6 MAINTAINING YOUR PROTECTOR CLASSMATE 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 service operations that require qualified certifiers Product Service 1 800 522 7658 43 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector ClassMate 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 100 feet per minute e Using a damp cloth clean the exte
6. to 40 C e Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 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 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 73 Appendix C Protector ClassMate Specifications 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 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 14 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Protector ClassMate Specifications Appendix C 1NO34 GOOH dOL MIIA Hd i 1 1 X08 NOILINAT X08 NOILINNF1 t 1d938 140 t 1d23N8140 es zz ee es ee es es m 4 M342S QNO LAN JHM Y y S108MAS 2ILVM3HOS X08 NOILINNP V A34 00 7869 N d 4H 09 AGH 13 9 5 v 9 oWSSO YOLOILOYA AVIIVIO ONISIM YJOLINOM 3v S1H9n X08 NOILINNP 43018 VS 319v1d3238 0042869 ye 319v 143938 v6L 312v1d323N giak MUREN SEARA JUd MOLINO N a SSaMuvn TWNOILdO TWNOILdO MS FUR POLEN E ESFERAS ar Emm 17 NI NIT H1 NI 3ND i GND NI 3NI1 i GND NI 3N I L Z1 NI JNN i t Z1
7. 4 Reciprocating saw with saw blades for cutting sheet metal Pilot drill sized to fit the saw blade Phillips head screwdriver with 1 point 7 Slotted screwdriver with 3 32 blade width d Observe all necessary precautions when installing or repairing DANGER Always wear eye protection when using power tools monitors near electrical equipment Figure 7 4 odo O beze MT Procedure Step 1 The mounting location of the monitor shall be 3 down from the top and 7 from the right side to the centerline located on the front panel Use the cardboard template supplied as a guide for the size of the installed product and the hole needed to be cut out of the hood The cutout required is 3 high by 2 wide which is the 54 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood typical size required for a single switch electrical box If the cardboard template is not available a dimensioned pictorial is at the back of the manual included with the monitor Step 2 Using the template mark off the 3 high by 2 wide hole necessary to clear the rear enclosure portion of the monitor Mark off the two mounting screw hole locations Step 3 Drill a pilot hole in each of the four corners Use the saw to cut out the hole A suitable nibbling tool may also be used Step 4 Drill the two 37 mounting screw holes Step 5 Screw the monitor to the fume hood front panel Step 6 Rem
8. Mount the Labconco Valve P N 9817000 or P N 9823700 water only through the hole and tighten with the supplied nut P N 9818000 Mount the knob P N 98187 XX lens P N 9818900 and label P N 9825500 underneath the lens XX colors as follows 00 Argon Gray 01 CW Green 02 GAS Blue 03 AIR Orange 04 VAC Yellow 05 HW Red 06 DW White 07 STM Black 08 NIT Brown 3 Mount the Bulkhead Union P N 1449500 on the sidewall through the 3 4 diameter hole and tighten the supplied nut P N 9819001 with a 7 16 lockwasher P N 1910819 4 Connect one end of the Outlet Service Tube Part numbers listed next to the Bulkhead Union Tube fitting by pressing the tube all the way into the fitting and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one more turn using pliers or a 9 16 wrench 5 Connect the other end of the Outlet Service Tube Part numbers listed next to the Labconco Valve fitting by pressing the tube all the way into the fitting and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood more turn using pliers or a 9 16 wrench Note the flow direction on the valve Following 1s a list of Labconco Outlet Service Tube Part Numbers 69945 00 Front Right 69945 01 69945 03 Front Left Gas 69945 02 Front Right Gas
9. WaterSaverRigid Gooseneck and Valve 2C 1 6983702 WaterSaver AIR Connector and Valve 2D 1 6983700 WaterSaver GAS Connectorand Valve 2b 1 py 69837004 WaterSaverSwivel Gooseneck and Valve 2F 1 6983705 WaterSaverSwivel Gooseneck Only 3A 1 OJOS8I870 Knob Aron Gry 3B 1 9818701 Kmb CW Green _ o Z o o 3C 1 9818702 Kmb GAS Blwe 0 0 0 3D 1 O9OS8170 Knob AlR Orng 3E 1 98170 Knob VAC Yellow 3F 1 9818705 Knob HW Red Z o O 3G 1 O9OS818700 Knmb DW White 3H 1 9818707 Knmob STM Blak Z o 31 1 9818708 Kmb NIT Brow gt S 0 psy 1 981800 Jerzu 44 1 9818800 Hose Connector Gray Standard Argon ap aereos Hose Connector Red Hot Water m 5 JII d d d Product Service 1 800 522 7658 67 Appendix A Protector ClassMate Components 68 LL 2 1 eei Hoss Connector Brown Nitrogen L 1 99s abel Knob 6 1 f ITZUL ETEN Euzke 7A 1 1230700 SV Duplex Receptacle Gray 7B 1 49240 Duplex Cover Plate Gray 8A 1 41277900 Lamp Fluorescent 3 use on d Hood 8B 1 1270500 Lamp Fluorescent d use on 5 6 Hoods 9A 1 3704700 Ballet Assy 3 Bulbs use on d Hood 9B
10. apparatus Product Service 1 800 522 7658 59 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Installing a 115V Electrical Duplex Outlet Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood can be ordered with duplex outlets however if you ordered a model without a 115V electrical duplex outlet you can have one installed in the field by a qualified electrician Figure 7 9 OUTLET WIRING DETAL REAR VIEW Order the following parts from Labconco to field install a 115V electrical duplex outlet assembly Parts Required Description Outlet Harness 115V 15A 4922401 Wallplate Duplex Receptacle Gray 1220300 Cable Connector 60 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Step 1 Remove the gray blank wall plate from the hood corner It is attached to the hood with silicone sealant You will probably damage the blank wall plate upon removal Step 2 Remove the 2 x 4 handy box cover on the top of the fume hood from the nearest junction box to the front Step 3 Install the cable connectors on the junction box one for inlet power and one for outlet power Step 4 Route power from the junction box to the front corner post using the outlet harness Route cable through the slot in the corner post Step 5 Wire outlet cable to 115V duplex receptacle and attach receptacle to front corner post with two 6 32 supplied screws Step 6 Attach gray duple
11. certified at the factory per ASHRAE 110 1995 In this procedure Labconco tests the as manufactured hood for average face velocity readings smoke visualization and tracer gas containment readings less than 0 1 part per million PPM with a mannequin For field use ASHRAE testing contact Labconco Sales Engineering Team for a certified on site contractor NOTE Face velocity profiles and smoke testing should be done periodically to ensure proper safe performance Your Next Step After your Fume Hood has been installed and certified you are ready to proceed to Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 4 THEORY OF OPERATION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Theory of Operation The Protector amp ClassMate Laboratory Hood is designed to meet the needs of the science instructor Clear back and sides and taller front viewing window provide enhanced visibility for the instructor conducting chemistry demonstrations or observing students using the hood The ergonomic inclined front promotes additional visibility into the laboratory The clear back also does not obstruct visibility when hoods are placed back to back in an island configuration A fully featured by pass hood with baffle and airfoil this hood maintains safe airflow while sash opening restriction conserves energy The Protector ClassMate Hood is offered in 4 5 and 6 widths Additional energy saving A Sty
12. coupling The proper exhaust volume and static pressure loss are listed next for each hood model Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 2 Prerequisites Total Exhaust at 18 Sash Opening 60 open Static dd Standard Model Description Face Exhaust Pressure Number Velocity Volume PR 69704 00 48 Hood without fixtures amp duplexes 60fpm 340 CFM 0 09 H O rl B fpm 460CFM 0 16 H2O gt gt VO pm 570CFM 024 EO 80fpm 460CFM 0 16 HO gt gt VO pm 570CFM 024 H O tA 90CFM 020 HO gt VO pm 730CFM 0 39 EO 80 pm S90 CFM 0 26 H 0 OOO TOO fam 730CFM 0 39 HO HLG 10 CFM 033 HO Om VO pm 890 CFM 0 51 H O 0 19 H O A BO am OZEN JOTEA 100 fm 890CFM 0 51 0 Total Exhaust at 50 Open Sash Horizontally or Vertically Catalo Face Exhaust Sue 8 Reduced Air Volume Model Description ie Pressure Number Velocity Volume Loss 69714 00 48 Single Sash Hood without monitor fixtures amp duplexes 60 fpm 280 CFM 0 06 H O 80 pm 380 CFM 0 1I H O 100 fpm 470 CFM 0 16 H O 69714 01 48 Single Sash Hood with digital airflow monitor 4 fixtures amp 2 60 fpm 280 CFM 0 06 HO duplexes IV fpm_ 470 CFM LUI HO BUG 440 CFM LAIA HO JUUL 550CFM 0 22 0 69715 01 60 A Style Sash Hood with digital airflow monitor 4 fixtures amp 2 60 fpm 330 CFM 0 08 HO i duplexes BUTS 440CFM 0 14 HO JUGO S50 CFM 0 22 EO 80 pm 50CFM 0 20 HO
13. for Back to Back Hoods Digital 335 Airflow Monitor Distillation Grids 1 15V Electrical Duplex Outlet Decorative Rear Panels APPENDIX E QUICK CHART FOR PROTECTOR CLASSMATE FUME HOOD APPENDIX F REFERENCES DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 17 T 78 78 79 79 80 80 80 81 81 81 82 83 84 90 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Protector ClassMate Laboratory Fume Hood Your Protector ClassMate is designed to protect you It 1s the result of Labconco s more than 50 years experience of manufacturing fume hoods and users like you suggested many of its features to us The Labconco Protector ClassMate Fume Hood has been engineered to provide maximum visibility in a classroom laboratory and effectively contain toxic noxious or other harmful materials when properly installed The Protector ClassMate 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 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions before you begin working in the fume hood Even if you are an experienced fume hood user please review Chapter 5 Using Your Fume Hood which describes your Protector ClassMate features so that you can use the hood efficiently Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction Abo
14. from the hood Next remove the screws holding down the light reflectors Remove the light reflectors and slide them away temporarily The fluorescent light assembly is now fully exposed and ready for service While the fixture is in this position replace the defective bulbs and reassemble Connecting the Service Lines to the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood The hoods with service fixtures have been fully plumbed for up to four valves on the hood for your installation convenience Supply tubing shall be provided by the qualified contractor Tubing is to extend through the work surface to make connections to the individual supply lines in your facility On standard models three of the fixtures are pre plumbed using 1 4 copper tubing between the valve and hose connector The upper right hand position fixture is pre plumbed using 1 4 brass tubing between the valve and hose connector for use with natural gas Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Figure 3 8 To install the supply tubing follow these steps 1 Remove the valve service plate and outlet fitting access covers by loosening their individual screws The valve body and service areas will now be fully exposed 2 Ensure that the tubing is 1 4 inch outside diameter soft metal and that the end has been deburred completely See Appendix D Service Fixture Accessories to order 5 5 of supply tubing 48899 00 or 49211 00 gas 3 Route
15. of the Protector ClassMate s counterbalanced anti racking sash 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 from a closed to 18 operating height where it bumps the sash stop See Figure 5 1 For loading and cleaning the sash moves up past the sash stop however please note that the airflow requirements are sized for the 18 operating height Product Service 1 800 522 7658 37 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Figure 5 1 Operating the A Style Combination Sash Some hood models have additional energy saving sashes called A Style Combination Sashes in place of vertical rising and pivoting 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 Two sets of integral sash stops 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 See Figure 5 2 38 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Combination Sash Typical Sash Stop Horizontal Sash Operating the Blower Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood u
16. panels and hardware for re attachment Figure 3 2 Figure 3 2 4 Remove and discard the screws and washers that are located behind the access panel that attaches the hood to the skid Not Shown 5 Re attach access panels from Step 3 Figure 3 2 Figure 3 3 6 Ensure that the cable on each side is properly seated in the front and rear pulleys Figure 3 3 Releasing the sash weights with 8 Release the load on the bolt by lifting up slightly on the cable the cables Remove the bolts improperly straight out of the positioned can cause rear posts 2 bolts damage per each side to be removed Figure 3 3 Style Combination Sash version install horizontal glass 9 Sash shall raise sashes before Step smoothly 8 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Install the Protector ClassMate Hood onA Supporting Structure and Work Surface The Protector ClassMate is heavy Use caution when lifting or moving the unit When installing the Protector ClassMate 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 surface should be at least as wide as the unit and 25 7 8 inches deep to properly support the unit WARNING It is important to support the rear of the hood Prior to setting the hood install the cross supports after the base cabinets and work
17. the tubing from under the fume hood through the slot in the work surface Make sure that the tube routing will not contact any electrical wires 4 Make sure that the tube fitting on the valve is loose but do not remove it Look inside the fitting to make sure the tube ferrules are there 5 Push the tube into the fitting until it is properly seated The tube will go approximately inch into the fitting 6 Tighten the tube fitting hand tight and then using a 7 16 inch wrench tighten it at least Y turn more Product Service 1 800 522 7658 23 Chapter 3 Getting Started 24 7 Close the service valve in the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood and then slowly open the shutoff valve on the service line NOTE Inspect all fittings for leakage Tighten the tube nut slightly if needed CAUTION Do not use oxygen with service fixtures as supplied with this hood Contact Labconco for oxygen fixture information Should access to the hood plumbing fixture bodies be required remove the individual valve service plates on the corner covers by loosening their individual screws 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 upper right WARNING Contact Labconco Corporation directly before using any service other than those listed abo
18. 0 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started 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 remote blower style Protector ClassMate Hood is fully wired internally for 115 Volt 60 Hz 15 Amp electrical service The number of circuits varies depending on the model The Protector ClassMate Hood models do not feature internal wiring or electrical components excluding the fluorescent light assembly All of the hood s electrical connections are terminated at the internal boxes for hook up by a qualified electrician The specific internal boxes for hook up are the lights blower and 115V 60 Hz 15A duplex outlets Refer to the wiring diagram for your Protector ClassMate in Appendix C Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Specifications Figure 3 7 All wiring for the enclosure MUST 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 grounding connection shall not be made to the terminal box cover Product Service 1 800 522 7658 21 Chapter 3 Getting Started 22 The fluorescent light has been mounted outside the top liner panel assembly and is sealed from any vapors used inside the hood structure To change the fluorescent light bulbs in your hood you must first remove the front panel
19. 658 81 Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories 82 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX E Quick CHART For PROTECTOR CLASSMATE FUME Hoop 6970401 6970501 6970601 6971401 6971501 6971601 Model Description 4 F 6 4 w Sash 5 A Style 6 A Style Standard Standard Standard Stop Energy Energy Energy Saving Saving Saving Sash Type Vertical Vertical Vertical Vertical A Style A Style Pivoting Pivoting Pivoting w Sash Stop bypass air under airfoil Hood Static Pressure Loss in F0 0 09 014 019 006 008 The following calculation is used Total Air Volume Displacement CFM Total Open Area Sq Ft Average Face Velocity FPM Product Service 1 800 522 7658 83 Appendix E Quick Chart for the Protector ClassMate Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX F REFERENCES Many excellent reference texts and booklets are currently available The following 1s 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
20. 69846 00 Rear Gooseneck Only 6 Connect the Supply Service Tube between the source and the Labconco Valve fitting by pressing the tube all the way into the fitting and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one more turn using pliers or a 9 16 wrench Order P N 4889900 or 4921100 Gas for 5 5 of supply tubing Apply Teflon Tape P N 1485700 to the Bulkhead Fitting and tighten the appropriate colored Plastic Hose Connector P N 98188 XX with a wrench Make sure the valve service fitting is turned off before pressurizing the service line Once pressurized check the valve body connectors and fittings for leaks Tighten any leaking joints Figure 7 1 Hose Connector Label not shown Valve Bulkhead Union not shown Outlet Tube Valve Mtg Nut Product Service 1 800 522 7658 49 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 50 Labconco Service Fixture with Gooseneck Use the instructions above for the Labconco Service Fixture except Steps 3 and 4 use the following 3a Gooseneck only Mount the gooseneck outlet fitting P N 6983705 on the sidewall through the 3 4 diameter hole and tighten the supplied nut and washer 3b Gooseneck only Mount the 3 8 female and 3 8 male street elbow P N 1402400 to the gooseneck outlet fitting Apply pipe sealant P N 15777900 to the threads Tighten the fitting with a wrench or pliers 3c Gooseneck only Mount th
21. E PERSONNEL PASSAGE IN FRONT OF THE HOOD AIR DISTURBANCES SO Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions CREATED MAY DRAW FUMES OUT OF THE HOOD The use of heat generating equipment in this hood without the exhaust system operating properly can cause damage to the hood The Protector ClassMate Laboratory Hood should be certified by a qualified certification technician before its initial use 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 Prerequisites Chapter 2 Installation Chapter 3 and Using your Hood Chapter 5 Your Next Step After you understand the theory of operation and safety precautions you are ready to proceed to Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Product Service 1 800 522 7658 35 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions 36 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER 5 Usinc Your PROTECTOR CLASSMATE FUME Hoop Operating the Vertical S Rising Sash Because
22. E 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 PLACE THE OBJECT ON A BLOCK UP 2 TO 3 TO ALLOW A FLOW OF AIR UNDER THE OBJECT AND INTO THE LOWER REAR BAFFLE EXHAUST SLOT OF THE HOOD ENSURE Product Service 1 800 522 7658 33 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions 34 4 BLOCKS ARE LEVEL AND SET IN PLACE 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 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 has not been built with explosion proof components Therefore use of flammable or explosive materials in quantities above the explosive limit are not recommended Consult with Labconco Do not work with or store chemicals in this hood without the exhaust system running Perchloric acid use in this hood is prohibited High level radioisotope materials are prohibited for usage in this hood AVOID CROSS DRAFTS AND EXCESSIV
23. NI 3N11 I 4 1fldNI Q30AONd JDAYIS i DO i INdNI Q30lAONd 321A33S NERONE IRSE ood AlddNS 33MOd JOLINOM B lYNOILdO P EO 4 0062969 0092869 LI Ni ZN t 3 N d SS3NYVH N d SS3NNYH t D rea HA ors 2 ROUEN E E Ib EL heel Mes E 4 0 OE L 1 owes TERT ne E 1 NI ONT 1HM 8Z H nm Y Co Es Y Q00H 9 S 10LPOLE y IHM YZ e HOLIMS 1H911 QOOH OOLHOLE 1MANI GOIO 321A43S YOLINOM 3lv SIH9H X09 NOIL NNF I i d ws i I ANNI G3IDIAOYd JDMAYIS 4 eG o HOLIMS Y43M0O19 77 77 i t1 7 NI 3NI1 EO k Ei V 000 ei pe Y Gardek dv 1N32S340013 NI 3NI N V ANV1 1N325330014 1 K 83MO18 XO8 NOILONAP Mts 3012v1NO2 YO 34018 7 75 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix C Protector ClassMate Specifications 76 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX D PROTECTOR CLASSMATE FUME Hoop ACCESSORIES Work Surfaces S The solid epoxy work surfaces are 1 25 thick and are dished to contain a primary spill The work surface rests on the storage cabinets and the fume hood rests on the work surface The work surface rests immediately behind the secondary spill trough provided on all Protector ClassMate Fume Hood models Work Surface Dimensions 48 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick 48 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick 48 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick 48 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick p UU a TONOS 60 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick 60 w x 25 9 d x 1 25
24. S Fosse e Ss Se 00 471 i f ae AN 69 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix A Protector ClassMate Components Figure A 2 SS ee A z MN SA aj e mew cmm Product Service 1 800 522 7658 70 APPENDIX B PROTECTOR CLASSMATE DIMENSIONS Standard Education Hood PROTECTOR CLASSMATE HOOD 8 625 ID EXHAUST COLLAR ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BOXES A 4800 INCHES Ga 2400 INCHES C 4500 INCHES SHoOD A 60 00 INCHES B 30 00 INCHES E 57 00 INCHES A 72 00 INCHES B 36 00 INCHES C 6900 INCHES a ib 1 H Product Service 1 800 522 7658 71 Appendix B Protector ClassMate Dimensions A Style Combo Educational Hood 4HO0 w 4800NOES B 2400 NCHES C 45 00 INCHES 5HOOD A 60 00 INCHES B 30 00 INCHES C 57 00 INCHES amp HO0D Dz 7200 INCHES B 36 00 INCHES C 69 00 INCHES S EE WE Nm Em LE E LI I ee ee e ea e mps 12 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 APPENDIX C PROTECTOR CLASSMATE FUME Hoop SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Data HE 6971400 6971401 115 VAC 60 Hz 1 Phase 16 Amps 6971500 6971501 115 VAC 60 Hz 1 Phase 16 Amps 6971600 6971601 115 VAC 60 Hz 1 Phase 16 Amps Environmental Conditions e Indoor use only e Maximum altitude 10 000 feet 3 048 meters e Ambient temperature range 41 to 104 F 5
25. User s Manual Protector ClassMate Laboratory Fume Hoods Models 69704 Series 69705 Series 69706 Series 69714 Series 69715 Series 69716 Series To receive important product updates complete your product registration card online at register labconco com Protecting your _ laboratory environment an Kd LABCONCO Labconco Corporation 8811 Prospect Avenue Kansas City MO 64132 2696 800 821 5525 816 333 881 1 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 2001 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 e Purifier Delta Series Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare Lab Animal Research Stations carry a three year warranty from
26. aged otherwise injury could result Replace pulley bearing or add grease Re install cable or replace 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 CAUSE Vertical sash frame is crooked 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 airfoil to re align Re install cable or replace if damaged Check wire connection or replace duplex Reset circuit breakers Inspect building supply 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 CLASSMATE COMPONENTS Illustrations A 1 and A 2 indicate the location of the following service parts Protector ClassMate Replacement Parts IB 1 983700 J Labconc Valve Water 1 4 IC 1 2983702 Labconco Valve Deionized Water A 2A 1 6983700
27. between 60 100 Ifpm e Maximum of 125 lfpm 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 85 Appendix F References 86 ASHRAE 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 C
28. blower motor Inspect lamp installation Replace lamp Reset the lamp circuit breaker 63 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting 64 PROBLEM Fume Hood blower turns on but lights don t work cont Contamination outside of laboratory fume hood Fume Hood Vertical Sash no longer operates smoothly Fume Hood combination A Style Sash no longer operates smoothly CAUSE Lamp wiring is disconnected Defective lamp ballasts Improper technique or procedure 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 of 100 fpm average 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 Ensure that all baffle air slots and the exhaust outlet are unobstructed see Location Requirements Chapter 2 Certifying the Hood Chapter 3 and Safety Precaution Chapter 4 sections of this manual Have fume hood re certified and check remote blower exhaust system Inspect cable and replace cable if worn or dam
29. ctions Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 1 Introduction Appendix A Protector ClassMate Components contains labeled diagrams of all of the components of the fume hoods Appendix B Protector ClassMate Dimensions contains comprehensive diagrams showing all of the dimensions for the 4 5 and 6 foot models of the laboratory fume hoods Appendix C Protector ClassMate Specifications contains the electrical requirements for laboratory fume hood Wiring diagrams are also included Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories lists the part number and descriptions of all of the accessories available for your laboratory fume hood Appendix E Quick Chart for the Protector ClassMate Hoods provides useful operating specifications Appendix F 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 Introduction E s s ara Wik e Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are preceded by the exclamation icon Failure to comply with the information f
30. 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 your shipment was damaged in transit you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not resp
31. e 3 8 pipe x 1 4 tube female connector P N 4890300 to the street elbow Apply pipe sealant P N 1577900 to the threads Tighten the fitting with a wrench or pliers Gooseneck only Connect one end of the outlet service tube P N 6984600 to the gooseneck female connector fitting from Step 4c by pressing the tube all the way into the fitting and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one more turn using pliers or a 9 16 wrench WaterSaver Service Fixture and or Gooseneck l Decide into which of the available locations positions either or 3 you want to install the service fixture and outlet fitting and then remove the hole plugs valve cover plates and access panels See Figure 7 2 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 2 Mount the WaterSaver valve listed below through the 1 25 diameter hole and tighten the supplied round locking ring 69837 00 WaterSaver rigid gooseneck and valve 69837 01 WaterSaver VAC Connector and valve 69837 02 WaterSaver AIR Connector and valve 69837 03 WaterSaver GAS Connector and valve 69837 04 WaterSaver Swivel Gooseneck and valve 3 Mount two each 3 8 pipe x 1 4 tube male connectors P N 1410701 to the WaterSaver valve with pipe sealant P N 1577900 and tighten the male connectors approximately one turn past hand tight 4 Mount the WaterSaver outlet connector or gooseneck on th
32. e sidewall through the 3 4 diameter hole and tighten the supplied nut and washer 5 Mount the 3 8 female x 3 8 male street elbow P N 1402400 to the outlet fitting Apply pipe sealant P N 1577900 to the threads Tighten the fitting with a wrench or pliers 6 Mount the 3 8 pipe x 1 4 tube female connector P N 4890300 to the street elbow Apply pipe sealant P N 1577900 to the threads Tighten the fitting with a wrench or pliers 7 Connect one end of the outlet service tube part numbers listed below to the female connector fitting from Step 5 by pressing the tube all the way into the fitting and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one more turn using a 9 16 wrench 8 Connect the other end of the outlet service tube part number listed below to the WaterSaver valve male connector fitting by pressing the tube all the way into the fitting and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one more turn using 9 16 wrench Note the flow direction on the valve Product Service 1 800 522 7658 51 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Watersaver Outlet Service Tube Part Numbers 6991300 6991301 Front Gas 6991400 6991401 Rear Gas 6991400 Rear Gooseneck Only 9 Connect the supply service tube between the source and the WaterSaver valve male connector fitting by pressing the tube all the way into the fittin
33. equirements for your installation site Refer to Appendix B Protector ClassMate Dimensions for complete fume hood dimensions Refer to Appendix C Protector ClassMate 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 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 locate the fume hood on a EA cart dolly or mobile bench ALL Protector ClassMate installations must be permanent and stationary The supporting structure usually consists of a base cabinet and chemically resistant work surface See Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories Exhaust Requirements The exhaust duct connection has been designed for 8 nominal pipe 8 625 O D to allow for minimum static pressure loss while operating at 100 fpm face velocities The 8 exhaust duct also allows for proper transport velocities away from the hood in the 1000 fpm to 2500 fpm range It is acceptable to combine the air from two hoods with a transition coupling that would basically have two 8 nominal exhaust inlets and one 12 12 00 O D nominal exhaust outlet See Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories for transition
34. fications for Standard Models sash provides maximum visibility of 39 high Vertical rising sash with anti racking shaft moves from closed to 18 operating height Sash moves up past the sash stop for loading Fixtured models include two electrical duplex receptacles and four service fixtures pre plumbed with copper tubing Upper right fixture 1s plumbed with brass for gas connection Product Service 1 800 522 7658 13 Chapter 3 Getting Started 14 Catalog Hood Description 69704 00 48 Hood without fixtures amp duplexes 69704 01 48 Hood with 4 fixtures amp 2 duplexes Additional Specifications for Models with Combination A Style Sashes 4 hoods have a single vertical rising sash 5 and 6 hoods have combination horizontal sliding vertical rising sashes Static viewing panel above moveable sash provides 39 viewing height Airfoil is yellow epoxy coated steel Fixtured models include factory installed Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor two electrical duplex receptacles and four WaterSaver service fixtures plumbed with copper tubing Upper right fixture is plumbed with brass for gas connection Catalog Hood Description 69714 00 48 Single Sash Hood without monitor fixtures amp duplexes 69714 01 48 Single Sash Hood with digital airflow monitor 4 fixtures amp 2 duplexes 69715 00 60 A Style Sash Hood without monitor fixtures amp duplexes 69715 01 60 A Style Sash Hood with digital airflow m
35. g and through the two ferrules turning the tubing nut hand tight and then approximately one more turn using a 9 16 wrench Order P N 4889900 or 4921100 Gas for 5 5 of supply tubing 10 Make sure the valve service fitting 1s turned off before pressurizing the service line Once pressurized check the valve body connectors and fittings for leaks Tighten any leaking joints Figure 7 2 Street Elbow amp Female Connector not shown Male Connector Valve Outlet Fitting Connector 52 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Installing Exhaust Adapter for Back to Back Hoods The common exhaust adapter P N 6987000 allows you to duct two back to back Protector ClassMate Fume Hoods from two 8 8 62 O D pipe exhaust stacks to one 12 12 00 O D pipe exhaust stack See Figure 7 3 Step 1 Simply place the adapter on both hood exhausts and seal with silicone sealant Step 2 Attach the 12 12 00 O D pipe to your blower exhaust Figure 7 3 Installing Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor The Digital Airflow Monitor P N 97432 03 allows you to continuously monitor face velocity through the fume hood opening See Figure 7 4 Figure 7 5 and Figure 7 6 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 53 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Tools Required 1 Power Drill 2 Drill bit size 37 0 104 3 33 64 diameter hole saw
36. gh open slot Trim slightly if required Firmly connect the other end to the stem on the rear of the monitor Air hose is now complete Connect the 9VDC power cord to the power jack on the monitor Replace the junction box cover plate with the new junction box cover plate P N 6985000 that has a 968 square cutout for the outlet assembly Snap in the 1 15V outlet assembly P N 7907802 into the 968 square cutout See Figure 7 6 Connect the male terminals from the 115V outlet assembly to the female terminals which are part of the hood wiring harness Refer to the Wiring Diagram in Appendix C and you will see black to 1C black and white to 6 red and green to ground Power is now supplied to the 1 15V outlet Attach the junction box cover plate with the 115V outlet to the junction box Plug the 9VDC power supply into the wired 115V outlet Power is now supplied to the monitor Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood when the blower and light switches are turned ON See Figure 7 6 Step 15 The installation of the monitor 1s now complete Step 16 Refer to the air monitor manual for calibration programming and set up Figure 7 6 115V Outlet Cover Distillation Grids Field Installation Location Standard Mounting The distillation grids P N s 6973300 6973301 and 6973302 have been strategically placed with the vertical rod center lines at a d
37. ing skid until 1t 1s ready to be placed into 1ts 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 Protector ClassMate Components Labconco manufactures Protector ClassMate Fume Hoods for operation with vertical rising sashes or combination A Style sashes Each of the hoods is available in 4 foot 5 foot and 6 foot models Models are all 115V Locate the hood model you received in the following group of tables Verify that the components listed are present and undamaged Protector ClassMate Laboratory Hoods General Specifications for All Models By pass airflow design Frame airfoil and trough constructed of epoxy coated steel and aluminum Trough extends 1 25 below hood Tempered safety glass sash sides back and baffle Factory wired fluorescent light blower and light switches Interior depth of 25 5 and height of 48 Interior cover plates for access to plumbing Factory prepared for up to 4 service fixtures with an additional 4 1n the base cabinet two duplex electrical receptacles and airflow monitor 8 diameter exhaust collar Blower work surface and base cabinets are required not included For operation on 115 volts 60 Hz 15 amps Exterior depth is 32 Exterior height 1s 59 overall height including trough is 60 25 Additional speci
38. ions 13 Removing the Shipping Skid 15 Installing the ClassMate on a Supporting Structure amp Work Surfacel7 Connecting to the ClassMate Hood Exhaust System 18 Connecting the Electrical Supply Source 20 Connecting the Service Lines 22 sealing the Protector ClassMate Hood 24 Certifying the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 25 CHAPTER 4 OPERATIONS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 27 safety Precautions 33 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR PROTECTOR CLASSMATE 3J Operating the A Style Combination Sash 38 Operating the Blower 39 Operating the Lights 40 Working in your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 4 CHAPTER 6 MAINTAINING YOUR CLASSMATE Routine Maintenance Schedule Service Operations 43 44 45 CHAPTER 7 MODIFYING YOUR CLASSMATE FUME HOOD 47 Installing Additional Service Fixtures Labconco Service Fixture Labconco Service Fixture with Gooseneck WaterSaver Outlet Service Tube Part Numbers Installing Exhaust Adapter for Back to Back Hoods Installing Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor Distillation Grids Field Installation Installing a 115V Electrical Duplex Outlet CHAPTER 8 TROUBLESHOOTING APPENDIX A PROTECTOR CLASSMATE COMPONENTS APPENDIX B PROTECTOR CLASSMATE DIMENSIONS 47 48 50 22 29 53 57 60 63 67 71 APPENDIX C PROTECTOR CLASSMATE SPECIFICATIONS 73 APPENDIX D PROTECTOR CLASSMATE ACCESSORIES Work Surface Cup Sink Storage Cabinet Wood Cabinets Remote Blowers Duct and Accessories Service Fixtures Dual Exhaust Adapter
39. istance of 4 1n front of the lower baffle and middle baffle The distillation grids allow the hood user to mount motors stirrers and other apparatus Model No Hood Distillation Grid Kit 6973300 Hood Distillation Grid Kit 6973301 6 Hood Distillation Grid Kit 6973302 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 o7 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Figure 7 7 Figure 7 8 NA DETAIL D DETAIL C 58 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 1 Remove the hole plugs and install the grommets into the upper baffle 2 The vertical rods can now be systematically installed in front of the horizontal rods The bottom of the rods slip into the footplates which rest on the work surface Tighten the clamping screws on the footplates For support you need to drill 147 diameter pilot holes and mount the footplates that rest on the work surface Use the additional 8 thread forming screws in the kit to mount the footplates to the work surface Another alternative is to secure the footplates to the work surface with clear RTV sealant 3 Install all the hook connectors which connect all the vertical rods to the horizontal rods then install the horizontal rods Please note that all the vertical rods are in front of the horizontal rods Simply tighten all the thumbscrews on the hook connectors 4 The installation is now complete and is ready to mount your
40. ixture panels on fixtured models to allow convenient and safe connections Receptacles are factory wired to hood junction boxes 17 Shipped fully assembled and eliminates the need for costly onsite assembly 18 Accessory Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor continuously monitors face velocity An audio visual alarm alerts the user to low airflow conditions The front panel can be factory prepared to accommodate the Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor sold separately 19 Energy Reducing A Style Combination Sash Models See Figure 4 1A Clear static viewing panel above the sash frame has a 39 viewing height permitting the hood to be mounted in a low or high position to accommodate persons of Product Service 1 800 522 7658 29 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions 20 21 dd 23 different heights and still maintain the same visual accessibility The 4 hoods have a single vertical rising sash 5 and 6 hoods have combination horizontal sliding vertical rising sashes These combination sashes allow the operator to use the hood with sashes either half open vertically or horizontally to conserve energy Two sets of integral sash stops prevent raising the vertical sash above the half open and fully closed positions unless manually defeated by the operator Epoxy coated steel sash enclosure located behind the front panel prevents laboratory exposure to contaminated interior sash surfaces for energy savi
41. lass 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 should have flame spread of 25 or less e 80 to 120 fpm to prevent escape Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix F 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 1995 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 V
42. le 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 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 27 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions behind the front and under the airfoil to help control fluctuations in face velocity which occur as the sash 1s closed The major components in Protector ClassMate Laboratory Hoods are outlined as follows and in Figure 4 1 and Figure 4 1A 1 Clear tempered safety glass sides back and baffle provide maximum visibility All glass components except sashes are removable for cleaning Visibility up to 45 on sides and back 2 Unique sash provides maximum visibility of 39 high while conserving energy Vertical rising sash may be raised from a closed to 18 operating height Exhaust volume and blower sizing is based on the 18 height For loading and cleaning the sash raise up above the sash stop 3 Anti racking shaft provides smooth vertical sash movements 4 By pass airflow design ensures relatively stable face velocities 5 Large usable interior work depth of 26 and interior height of 48 provide ample working space 6 Baffle directs airflow to the rear of the interior to provide efficient airflow The baffle may be removed or pivoted down for cleaning purposes only 7 Tissue Screen located directly below the exhaust outlet prevent
43. ng A Style models only Frame of epoxy coated steel and aluminum is durable and corrosion resistant Exhaust Connection The hood features 8 8 62 O D pipe molded 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 Dual exhaust Adapter is sold separately Accessory solid Epoxy Work Surface is dished to contain spills Work surface 1s sold separately Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions Figure 4 1 pran Ea ee cm M Mf Y Y f Ed f m e EN Y JH E 31 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions Figure 4 1A Product Service 1 800 522 7658 32 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation 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 the proper velocity of 100 fpm USE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING IN CS THE HOOD AT ALL TIMES CLEAN UP SPILLS IMMEDIATELY PERIODICALLY CLEAN HOOD INTERIOR INCLUDING FLUORESCENT LIGHT GLASS PANEL REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS TO MAINTAIN MAXIMUM ILLUMINATION DO NOT OVERLOAD TH
44. nitor with low flow alarm allows you to continuously monitor face velocity through the fume hood opening Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories Catalog 9743203 Guardian Digital 335 Airflow Monitor See Chapter 7 Installing Guardian Digital Monitor for installation Distillation Grids D The distillation grids allow the hood user to mount motors stirrers and other apparatus Catalog 6973300 4 Hood Distillation Grid Kit 6973301 5 Hood Distillation Grid Kit 6973302 6 Hood Distillation Grid Kit See Chapter 7 Distillation Grids Field Installation for installation 115V Electrical Duplex A Outlet S You can install a 115V electrical duplex outlet in the field See Chapter 7 Installing a 115V Electrical Duplex Outlet Order the following parts for installation 6982400 Outlet Harness 115V 15A 1885608 Screw 6 32 x 50 Type F Oval Head Black 1230700 Receptacle Duplex 115V 15A Gray 4922401 Wall Plate Duplex Receptacle Gray 1220300 Cable Connector Decorative Rear Panels D The decorative rear panels allow the upper back of the hood to be protected and more aesthetic This accessory can be purchased when the hood is placed in the middle of the room where the back of the hood is exposed Catalog 6987300 4 Decorative Rear Panel 6987301 5 Decorative Rear Panel 6987302 6 Decorative Rear Panel Product Service 1 800 522 7
45. oading Materials and Equipment e Only load the materials required for the procedure Do not overload the hood e Do not obstruct the front airfoil or rear baffle slots e Large objects should not be placed close together 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 and contaminated materials in the work area Product Service 1 800 522 7658 41 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood e Avoid using techniques or procedures that disrupt the airflow patterns of the 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 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 Wipe Down e If dirty wipe down the interior surfaces of the hood with dish soap and glass cleaner and allow to dry e Dispose of rubber gloves appropriately and have lab coat laundered properly e Wash hands and arms thoroughly with germicidal soap Shutdown e Turn off the fluorescent light and hood blower
46. ocedure beek Figure 6 2 Light Reflector Your Next Step After you understand the maintenance procedures you are ready to proceed to Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 46 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 CHAPTER MobpirviNG YOUR PROTECTOR CLASSMATE FUME Hoop There are several ways to modify the fume hood for your individual requirements These include the addition of service fixtures exhaust adapter air monitor distillation grids and electrical duplex outlets See Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories to order Installing Additional Service Fixtures Additional service fixtures can be installed in the four available service fixture holes 1n both side walls However the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood can only mount two valves per side on the hood the other two valves per side must be mounted on the support cabinet below Product Service 1 800 522 7658 47 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 48 4 If the service line pressure exceeds 40 PSI it must be equipped with a pressure regulator to reduce the line pressure Please use the appropriate instructions for the appropriate valves See Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories to order Labconco Service Fixture 1 Decide the locations either position or 3 you want to install the service fixture and outlet fitting and remove the hole plugs and access panels See Figure 7 1 2
47. ol 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 Laboratory 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 87 Appendix F 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 88 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 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 Addre
48. ollowing 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 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 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 The 6 icon indicates the text 1s specific to the 6 foot model e The S icon indicates the text is specific to the standard model e The A icon indicates the text 1s 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 Chap
49. onitor 4 fixtures amp 2 duplexes 69716 00 72 A Style Sash Hood without monitor fixtures amp duplexes 69716 01 72 A Style Sash Hood with digital airflow monitor 4 fixtures amp 2 duplexes Plus the Following Part Component Description 69852 00 User s Manual If you did not receive one or more of the components listed for your fume hood or if any of the components are damaged contact Labconco Corporation immediately for further instructions Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Removing the Shipping Skid LEAVE THE FUME HOOD Sr ATTACHED TO ITS SHIPPING SKID UNTIL IT IS AS CLOSE TO ITS FINAL LOCATION AS POSSIBLE MOVE THE UNIT BY USING A SUITABLE FLOOR JACK OR BY PLACING A FURNITURE DOLLY UNDERDNEATH THE SKID DO NOT MOVE THE HOOD BY TILTING IT ONTO A HAND TRUCK After you verify the fume hood components move your hood to the location where you want to install it Then follow the steps listed next to remove the shipping skid from your unit Product Service 1 800 522 7658 15 Chapter 3 Getting Started 7 IMPORTANT A Follow the instructions as shown in Figures 3 1 3 2 and 3 3 1 Remove and discard the Figure 3 1 cardboard corner posts Figure 3 1 2 Remove strap that secures sash For A Style combination sashes disassemble from skid and attach to hood per Step 7 3 Remove the access panels and after removal save the access
50. onsible 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 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 6985200 Rev F ECO E618 TABLE Or CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION About This Manual 2 Typographical Conventions 3 Y our Next Step 4 CHAPTER 2 PREREQUISITES 7 Location Requirements 8 Support Requirements 8 Exhaust Requirements 8 Electrical Requirements 10 Service Line Requirements 10 Space Requirements 10 CHAPTER 3 GETTING STARTED 11 Unpacking Your Fume Hood 12 Protector ClassMate Components 13 Protector ClassMate Laboratory Hoods Specificat
51. opper tubing between both the valve and the hose connector The upper right hand position fixture 1s pre plumbed using 1 4 brass tubing between both the valve and the hose connector for usage with natural gas The supply lines shall be installed from under the hood and terminated at the valves by a qualified contractor Space Requirements The dimensions for the different models are shown in Appendix B Protector ClassMate 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 ClassMate 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 Sealing the Protector ClassMate Hood Arrange certification of your Protector ClassMate 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 Phillip
52. ove the 0 50 diameter hole plug located on the front of the upper top shelf to the right of the fluorescent lights Install the 50 diameter x 9 00 long tube P N 6985100 in the hole The 50 diameter tube shall extend into the interior fume hood cavity 7 50 with 1 50 above the top shelf Secure the tube with silicone sealant P N 1579100 Step 7 Turn the blower and light switches to OFF Connect the input output signal wiring if required to the terminal block on the back of the monitor See the Electrical Wiring Appendix C section for wiring information Figure 7 5 Air Hose Manifold Cover Plate with 115V Outlet under ETL cover Product Service 1 800 522 7658 99 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 56 Step 8 Place the right angle manifold P N 6977000 on the back of the monitor so that the exit from the manifold faces the open slot on the right side vertical support of the fume hood Secure the manifold to the monitor with silicone sealant P N 1579100 See Figure 7 5 Step 9 With the manifold exit facing the open slot insert the 50 diameter barbed hose stem P N 1548101 into the manifold and secure with silicone sealant P N 1579100 step 10 Step 11 Step 12 Step 13 Step 14 Connect one end of the supplied air hose to the 50 diameter tube at the 1 50 extension Route the hose as necessary to prevent kinks and bends which can affect the calibration Route throu
53. rior surfaces of the hood particularly the front of the hood to remove any accumulated dust e Check all service valves if so equipped for proper operation e The hood baffles should be checked for blockages behind them to ensure that the hood is 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 ClassMate 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 44 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Service Operations Front Panel Removal 1 Simply lift the front panel up and then away from the hood to provide access to the top Figure 6 1 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 45 Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Changing the Fluorescent Lamp 4 Turn light switch to OFF 2 Remove the front panel as noted earlier 3 Reach over the front header of the hood and loosen screws to the light reflector and remove light reflector 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 pr
54. rs s Labconco supplies a full line of coated steel fiberglass and PVC blowers which are too numerous to list here Consult Labconco Sales Engineering Team to request a blower brochure or if you need help with blower selection and sizing Product Service 1 800 522 7658 79 Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories 80 s Ductwork and Accessories Labconco supplies a full line of ductwork couplings elbows dampers T connectors Y connectors reducers and zero pressure weather caps Consult Labconco Sales Engineering Team to request the blower brochure which has the ductwork accessories or if you need help with selection S Service Fixtures Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood is equipped to mount up to four service fixtures two per side The service fixtures include serrated hose connector valve fittings and outlet plumbing Supply tubing ordered separately as shown below Catalog 4889900 5 5 Copper Tubing 1 4 O D 4921100 5 5 Brass Tubing GAS 1 4 O D See Chapter 7 Installing Additional Service Fixtures for specific part numbers D Dual Exhaust Adapter for Back to Back Hoods The common exhaust adapter allows you to duct two back to back Protector ClassMate Fume Hoods from two 8 8 62 O D pipe exhaust stacks to one 12 12 00 O D pipe exhaust stack Catalog 6987000 Dual Exhaust Adapter 8 x 8 x 12 m Digital 335 Airflow Monitor The digital airflow mo
55. s debris from potentially damaging the remote blower 8 Interior cover plates are removable for easy access to plumbing 9 Lift away front panel provides easy access to electrical wiring sash weights and lighting fixtures 10 Energy efficient fluorescent lighting is located behind a tempered safety glass shield mounted to the top of the hood interior The factory 28 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions wired light is serviceable from outside the hood cavity 11 Low mounted factory wired light and blower switches are ADA compliant 12 Ergonomic airfoil allows air to sweep work surface for maximum containment and provide a Patented Clean Sweep on the upper surface to provide maximum containment 13 Low profile trough below airfoil contains spills The trough is the same depth as the work surface 1 25 and requires no cabinet overhang 14 Streamlined corner posts provide maximum visibility 15 All hoods are factory prepared for up to 8 service fixtures four controlled from the front of the hood and four from the base cabinet Four service fixtures are factory installed on fixtured models ADA compliant fixtures are fully plumbed with copper tubing The upper right fixture 1s brass for gas service Because the fixtures are remotely controlled they can be used regardless of sash position 16 Duplex electrical receptacles are mounted on the right and left f
56. s screwdriver and a carpenter level to complete the instructions in the chapter The Protector ClassMate models weigh between 400 700 Ibs 182 318 kg The shipping skid allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or floor jack If you must lift the fume hood manually use at least six 6 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 people and follow safe lifting guidelines Normally the fume hood can slide off a hydraulic lift and be placed into position on top of the work surface Unpacking Your Laboratory Fume Hood Carefully remove the shrink wrap on your fume hood and inspect it 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 ES WITHOUT THE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION OF LABCONCO UNAUTHORIZED RETURNS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED F YOUR HOOD 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 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 Do not remove the fume hood from 1ts shipp
57. ss See Shipping Customs Documents for your equipment Type of Equipment Laboratory Equipment Educational Fume Hoods Model No 6970400 thru 6970401 48 Protector ClassMate without with fixtures 6970500 thru 6970501 60 Protector ClassMate without with fixtures 6970600 thru 6970601 72 Protector ClassMate without with fixtures 6971400 thru 6971401 48 Energy Saving Protector ClassMate without with fixtures 6971500 thru 6971501 60 Energy Saving Protector ClassMate without with fixtures 6971600 thru 6971601 72 Energy Saving Protector ClassMate without with fixtures Serial No Various See Individual Declaration Year of Manufacture 2001 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 21 Rev C ECO E344 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 89
58. surface are leveled The wood cross support provides support for the bottom of the work surface dei y D l a N Supports Product Service 1 800 522 7658 17 Chapter 3 Getting Started The following are instructions for mounting a 2 x 4 cross support 1 Level the base cabinets and the work surface 2 Scribe a 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 4 Place the hood on top of the work surface and cross support The work surface should be smooth and durable and made from a chemically resistant epoxy resin The surface should be nonporous and resistant to the acids solvents and chemicals used in conjunction with the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood The work surface should also contain a spillway for containing primary spills See Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories for the work surfaces and storage cabinets Connecting to the Protector ClassMate 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 unit may occur 18 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started Figure 3 5 The exhaust connection should be installed by a qualified HVAC contractor Figure 3 6 y N LA 3 DN
59. ter 4 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions For information on the operational characteristics of your laboratory fume hood go to Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate 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 ClassMate For information on making modifications to the configuration of your unit go to Chapter 7 Modifying Your Laboratory 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 e The location requirements for your installation site e The support requirements for your installation site e The exhaust requirements for your installation site e The electrical power requirements for your installation site e The service line requirements for your installation site e The space r
60. thick 60 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick 60 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick 6986600 6 None J 72 wx25 9 d x 1 25 thick 6986601 6 LeftOnly 72 wx25 9 dx 1 25 thick 16986602 6 RightOnly 72 wx25 9 dx 1 25 thick 16986603 6 BothSides 72 w x 25 9 d x 1 25 thick Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Appendix D Protector ClassMate Accessories 5 i ZIZ Cupsinks The cupsinks are ordered separately if required for your work surface Catalog 4005200 Durcon CS 4 3 x 6 Oval Cupsink Storage Cabinets Labconco manufactures four types of Storage Cabinets Acid Solvent Standard Base and Vacuum Pump Protector Acid Storage Cabinets have been engineered to efficiently store and ventilate corrosive materials and include an interior plastic liner to protect the metal from corrosion Protector Solvent Storage Cabinets are designed to efficiently store flammable materials and includes a 1 1 2 double wall construction for fire protection Protector Standard Base Storage Cabinets are utilized for general storage and are not recommended for corrosive or flammable materials Protector Vacuum Pump Storage Cabinets are utilized for vacuum pump storage All cabinets feature 18 gauge steel construction with epoxy coated paint to give you both a durable and chemically resistant finish that ensures many years of quality service All the model numbers are listed next for your convenience in ordering
61. tilizes a remote style blower which can be activated from the blower switch by turning the blower switch to ON You can validate the hood performance by watching smoke be drawn away from the hood face opening See Figure 5 3 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 ZI A Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood S Operating the Lights Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood utilizes a factory wired fluorescent light to illuminate the hood interior Simply turn the light switch to ON to operate see Figure 5 4 Figure 5 3 Switches NOTE Blower switch is blank for HOPEC only 40 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood Working in your Protector ClassMate 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 with knit cuffs and rubber gloves Use protective eyewear Wear a protective mask 1f appropriate Wipe Down e Raise the sash to its full open position e Ifnecessary wipe down the interior surfaces of the hood with dish soap and glass cleaner and allow to dry L
62. ut This Manual This manual 1s designed to help you learn how to install use and maintain your laboratory fume hood Instructions 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 Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions explains how the Protector ClassMate operates and the appropriate precautions you should take when using the fume hood Chapter 5 Using Your Protector ClassMate discusses the basic operation of your fume hood Information on how to prepare use and shut down your Protector ClassMate are included Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Protector ClassMate explains how to perform routine maintenance on your fume hood Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate describes how to install the optional equipment on the fume hood 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 a
63. ve 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 ClassMate Hood When the hood has been set in place ducted wired and plumbed it should be sealed at the work surface The sealing of the hood structure to the work surface will prevent spilled materials from collecting under the Product Service 1 800 522 7658 Chapter 3 Getting Started walls of the hoods Materials such as silicone sealants may be used to seal the hood structure Certifying the Protector ClassMate Fume Hood The combination of your laboratory hood exhaust ductwork and exhaust blower enables you flexibility to change the airflow generated across the sash opening on the hood To determine the actual face velocity through the sash opening airflow velocity readings will need to be taken This should be done across the sash opening of the hood in accordance with the Industrial Ventilation Manual section on laboratory hoods Labconco recommends an average face velocity through the reduced hood opening of 60 to 100 feet per minute Reference airflow s for your particular model in Chapter 3 Fume Hood Components Figure 3 9 Product Service 1 800 522 7658 25 Chapter 3 Getting Started Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood has been
64. x receptacle wall plate to the duplex using the 6 32 black oval head screw Step 7 Wire 115V 15A supply line to the outlet harness Be sure the line is properly grounded to the junction box Step 8 Circuit test 115V electrical duplex outlet Step 9 Replace the 2 x 4 handy box cover when testing is complete Your Next Step After you understand the modifying procedures you are ready to proceed to Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Product Service 1 800 522 7658 61 Chapter 7 Modifying Your Protector ClassMate Fume Hood 62 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 turn on Remote Blower won t turn on but lights work Fume Hood blower turns on but lights don t work CAUSE Wires not connected at junction boxes or switches Circuit breakers tripped in building electrical supply Blower wiring is disconnected Blower motor 1s 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

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