Page 3 - Warranty; Limitation of Liability
Labconco HEPA Filtered Enclosure Manual 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...
Page 7 - About This Manual; Chapter 1: Introduction
2 Chapter 1: Introduction particulates, and nuisance powders, Labconco recommends the use of the Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure. See chart below and contact Labconco for additional ordering information. No. Application Product Filters Bag-in/Bag-out HEPA UV Light 1. Nuisance Powders, Biohazardous ...
Page 8 - Chapter 1: Introduction; Typographical Conventions
3 Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 5: Using Your Filtered Enclosure discusses the basic operation of how to prepare, use and shut down your filtered enclosure. Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure explains how to perform routine maintenance on the filtered enclosure. Chapter 7: Accessorizin...
Page 12 - Chapter 2: Prerequisites; Electrical Requirements; The dimensions for the different models are shown in
7 Chapter 2: Prerequisites Enclosure Width Model Description Face Velocity (fpm) Exhaust Volume (CFM) Noise Pressure db(A) Max. Equivalent Resistance of 6" Duct (Ft) Max. External Static Pressure 2' 2' Purifier Class I Enclosure 2' Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure 60 75 80 90 100 105 85 110 115 ...
Page 13 - Chapter 2: Prerequisites
Page 15 - Chapter 3: Getting Started; Unpacking the Enclosure
10 Chapter 3: Getting Started Unpacking the Enclosure Carefully remove the shrink-wrap or carton on the enclosure and inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If damaged, notify the delivery carrier immediately and retain the entire shipment intact for inspection by the carrier. DO N...
Page 16 - Chapter 3: Getting Started; Work Surface Specifications
11 Chapter 3: Getting Started 0.36" of the front of the work surface. Mounting holes are provided in the Labconco accessory work surfaces to secure the enclosure. Work Surface Specifications The work surface should be smooth, rigid, and durable, such as a chemical-resistant epoxy resin. The surf...
Page 17 - Filtered Enclosure Installation
12 Chapter 3: Getting Started Figure 3-1 Filtered Enclosure Installation
Page 19 - Exhaust Duct Connection Kit shown installed on
14 Chapter 3: Getting Started Figure 3-2 Exhaust Duct Connection Kit shown installed on Purifier Models (Optional) Kit #3924400 (2'), 3924401 (3'), and 3924402 (4')
Page 20 - Carbon Filters (Accessory for Odor Control only); HEPA
15 Chapter 3: Getting Started Installation of HEPA Filters and Accessory Odor Control Carbon Filters HEPA Filters HEPA filters are shipped installed with the gasket on the downstream side. The HEPA filters are leak checked at Labconco. A second leak check is recommended before using the enclosure an...
Page 21 - Filter Type
16 Chapter 3: Getting Started Filter Type Appropriate Use HEPA 2' 3707900 3' 3707901 4' 3707902 HEPA filters are high-efficiency particulate air filters having a particulate removable efficiency of 99.99% for particles with a diameter of 0.3 micron. Organic Vapor Activated Carbon 2' 3937200 3' 39373...
Page 22 - Validating the Vented Enclosure; Industrial
17 Chapter 3: Getting Started Set the Face Velocity with the Speed Control Adjustment Adjustment of the speed control gives the correct face velocity and is located behind the front panel. The face velocity should be from 75 to 105 fpm for biohazardous operations. (Consult your Safety Officer for ai...
Page 25 - Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety
20 Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety These concentrations of materials are predominantly removed on the “first pass” of airflow through the chamber resulting in high performance containment. The plenum and the HEPA filter are jacketed by negative pressure. Should a leak occur in the fi...
Page 27 - HEPA Filtered Enclosure Airflow Diagram
22 Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety Figure 4-2 HEPA Filtered Enclosure Airflow Diagram
Page 28 - Aerodynamic Clean-SweepTM Air Foil; has a unique shape; Containment-Enhancing Upper Sash Foil; includes an
23 Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety 1. Aerodynamic Clean-Sweep™ Air Foil has a unique shape that allows air to sweep the work surface for maximum containment. The Clean-Sweep™ openings create a constant protective barrier from contaminants. Should the operator inadvertently block the ...
Page 31 - Accessory Odor-Control Carbon Filters
26 Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety 21. Lamp Ballast (Not Shown) for the fluorescent lamp is located behind the control panel. 22. UV (Ultraviolet) Lamp (Not Shown) , found only on Purifier Class I Enclosure, allows the operator to surface disinfect the work area of the enclosure when...
Page 32 - Safety Precautions
27 Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety Safety Precautions 1. Although the enclosure has been engineered to maintain optimum operator safety, caution should always be used while working. Prior to using the enclosure, check to make sure that the exhaust blower is operating and that air is ...
Page 35 - DO NOT
30 Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety 28. Only nuisance powders, biohazardous and particulates removed by HEPA filters and trace chemicals which can be safely adsorbed and treated with specific carbon based filters are appropriate for use in this enclosure. 29. The warning properties (i...
Page 36 - Chemical Carcinogen use with Odor Control Carbon; Routine Daily Work Procedures; Planning
31 C C H H A A P P T T E E R R 5 5 A A P P P P R R O O P P R R I I A A T T E E A A P P P P L L I I C C A A T T I I O O N N S S F F O O R R Y Y O O U U R R F F I I L L T T E E R R E E D D E E N N C C L L O O S S U U R R E E Now that the installation of your filtered enclosure is completed, you are re...
Page 37 - Loading Materials and Equipment; Do not obstruct the air foil, or rear baffle slots.; Work Techniques
32 Chapter 5: Using Your Filtered Enclosure and Appropriate Application • Arrange for minimal disruptions, such as room traffic or entry into the room while the enclosure is in use. Start-up • Turn on exhaust system and accessory light. Turn off the UV light, if equipped. • Only raise the sash for l...
Page 38 - Turn off the exhaust system and light.; Suitable Applications; Weighing of powders.
33 Chapter 5: Using Your Filtered Enclosure and Appropriate Application Unloading Materials and Equipment • Objects in contact with contaminated material should be surface decontaminated before removal from the enclosure. • All open trays, weigh vessels or containers should be covered before being r...
Page 39 - Odoriferous chemicals that are an unpleasant nuisance.
34 Chapter 5: Using Your Filtered Enclosure and Appropriate Application be ducted to the outside. The surface of the HEPA filter is fragile and should not be touched. Care must be taken to avoid puncturing the HEPA filter during installation. If you suspect that a HEPA filter has been damaged, DO NO...
Page 40 - Definition of Terms; NIOSH; – National Institute for Occupational Safety and; TWA; – Recommended Exposure Limits expressed as a Time; Odor Threshold; – The value in parts per million or milligrams per; Saturation Level or Time; – There is a limit to the amount of
35 Chapter 5: Using Your Filtered Enclosure and Appropriate Application THOSE USED AS GUIDELINES FOR THIS PRODUCT. IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO BECOME AWARE OF LOCAL REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE SAFE USE AND DISPOSAL OF CHEMICALS, CARBON AND HEPA FILTERS. KNOWLEDGE OF ESTABLISHED SAFE EXPOSURE LE...
Page 43 - Prohibited Acid Use
38 Chapter 5: Using Your Filtered Enclosure and Appropriate Application Consult a Labconco Technical Specialist for estimated saturation life. See Chapter 6 for an example of estimating saturation life. Another source is the Labconco chemical guide for carbon filtered enclosures. Prohibited Acid Use...
Page 45 - Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure; Routine Maintenance Schedule; Weekly; All weekly activities.
40 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Routine Maintenance Schedule Weekly • Wipe down the interior surfaces of the enclosure with a disinfectant or cleaner, depending upon the usage of the unit and allow to dry. • Using a damp cloth, clean the exterior surfaces of the enclosure, particul...
Page 46 - Annually; Chapter; Decontamination; Formaldehyde Decontamination of
41 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Annually • Replace the fluorescent lamps. Replace UV lamps if equipped. • Have the enclosure validated by a qualified certification technician. See Certification and Recertification in Chapter 6 . • All monthly activities. Decontamination When used i...
Page 47 - How to Install a New HEPA Filter
42 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure How to Install a New HEPA Filter NOTE: The enclosure must be properly decontaminated before servicing the HEPA filter. Only a qualified certifier should service the HEPA filter. After the HEPA filter is replaced, the enclosure MUST be certified. See ...
Page 48 - HEPA Filter Changing Diagram & Filter Leak Test Diagram
43 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Figure 6-1 HEPA Filter Changing Diagram & Filter Leak Test Diagram
Page 49 - HEPA Filter Leak Test; . Air Techniques Hamilton Associates inc. 11403
44 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure HEPA Filter Leak Test Purpose After installing the new HEPA filter, the HEPA filter should be leak checked. This test is performed to determine the integrity of the HEPA filter, the filter housing, and the filter mounting frames. Leak testing is to b...
Page 50 - NOTE
45 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure 4. Using the “^” or “ ν ” keypads, respectively, increase or decrease the numerical value until it equals 52 (2'), 34 (3'). 26 (4') for the enclosure at 90 fpm inflow velocity. 5. Press the “ENTER” Keypad. The photometer will scan for 15 seconds, and...
Page 51 - Labconco Airflow Monitor / Airflow Switch Operation; Options
46 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Setting the Inflow Face Velocity with the Speed Control Adjustment 1. Remove the front panel by loosening the (2) Phillips screws on top that secure the front panel. 2. The speed control is located on the electrical subassembly located behind the swi...
Page 52 - Calibration; Ensure the flow switch and alarm circuit board are installed
47 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure the “SILENCE ALARM” button is pressed, the audio alarm will be silenced, but the red “alert” LED will remain on. The alarm is silenced indefinitely unless an airflow change is detected. If safe airflow is later detected for 10 seconds, the green “saf...
Page 53 - Enclosure Operating In-Flow
48 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure 5. Adjust the inflow velocity to the nominal operating point required by your Safety Officer. 6. Over time the HEPA filter will load and eventually slow the inflow velocity. Once the alarm condition is met, simply increase the speed control outlined ...
Page 54 - Guardian Airflow Monitor (LED) with Airflow Switch
49 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Figure 6-2 Guardian Airflow Monitor (LED) with Airflow Switch
Page 55 - MUST
50 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Determination of When to Replace Odor Control Carbon Filters and How to Replace The carbon filters MUST be replaced when any one of the following two conditions are met: 1. The filtered enclosure outlet (exhaust) concentration approaches the inlet co...
Page 56 - Time
51 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure syringe represents a 100-ml sample and corresponds to the number of strokes necessary to give the indicated color changes. Due to the wide variety of organics and varying TWA’s, it is recommended that specific detector tubes be purchased directly fro...
Page 57 - Steps for Calculating PPM and Filter Life
52 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure 3. Re-install the new carbon filter with the gasket down. Replace the upper diffuser screen, clips and two screws. 4. The weight of the carbon filter with the gasket down will compress the gasket. Calculating Odor Control Carbon Filter Life Labconco ...
Page 58 - Formaldehyde only; Initial Certification; Inflow Velocity Test
53 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Formaldehyde only For formaldehyde, use 10% of the impregnated carbon weight. Formalin is 37% formaldehyde by weight. The density of formalin is 1.08 g/ml. Model Size Filter Size Pounds of Formasorb Carbon Adsorbed weight of Formaldehyde Adsorption V...
Page 59 - Fluorescent Light Replacement
54 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure • Measure of Line Voltage and Current • Smoke Test to determine proper airflow patterns • Lighting Intensity Test (when appropriate) • Noise Level Test (when appropriate) • Vibration Test (when appropriate) Fluorescent Light Replacement 1. Disconnect...
Page 60 - Motorized Impeller Replacement
55 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure 4. Remove four screws in the motor bracket that hold motor bracket to the supports with the vibration isolation mounts. Remove the motor and bracket. WARNING: High-speed blower. Never operate impeller with housing off. 5. Replace the capacitor with a...
Page 61 - Speed Control Replacement; Remove the bracket that the speed control is attached to. See
56 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Filtered Enclosure Speed Control Replacement 1. Remove the bracket that the speed control is attached to. See Figures 6-1, and 6-2. 2. Remove the two screws holding the speed control using a Phillips screwdriver. Refer to Appendix A for Replacement Parts Diagram. 3. Di...
Page 63 - Chapter 7: Accessorizing and Modifying Your Filtered Enclosure; GuardianTM LED Airflow Monitor; Exhaust Transition Kits for Ducting to Outside; ' Exhaust Transition Kit; For Purifier Class I Enclosure
58 Chapter 7: Accessorizing and Modifying Your Filtered Enclosure 2. Guardian™ LED Airflow Monitor The Guardian LED Airflow Monitor allows you to continuously monitor airflow through the enclosure. The Guardian LED monitor can be placed on any Purifier enclosure. Description Order Part #’s Individua...
Page 64 - For Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure
59 Chapter 7: Accessorizing and Modifying Your Filtered Enclosure Used With Catalog # Description Shipping Wt. (lbs./kg.) 3716000 Remote Blower, 115V, 60 Hz. 4.4 amps 35/16 Purifier Class I 3716001 Remote Blower, 115/230V, 50 Hz, 5.6/2.8 amps 35/15 Figure 7-1 For Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure Has...
Page 65 - Accessory Filters; Odor Control Carbon Filter
60 Chapter 7: Accessorizing and Modifying Your Filtered Enclosure 5. Exhaust Dampers Exhaust dampers allow adjustments required to maintain proper airflow for roof-mounted blowers or house exhaust systems. Catalog # Description 3924000 6" Epoxy Coated Steel In-Line adjustable damper 4724200 6...
Page 66 - Utility Shelf Kit
61 Chapter 7: Accessorizing and Modifying Your Filtered Enclosure 7. Storage Cabinets 8. Utility Shelf Kit Labconco offers a utility shelf kit part number 3925000 consisting of three shelves to hold items inside the enclosure. One shelf may be used for the printer, one shelf for spatulas and weigh b...
Page 69 - Chapter 8: Troubleshooting; PROBLEM
64 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Blower won’t operate. Unit not plugged into outlet. Plug the enclosure into appropriate electrical service. Circuit breaker(s) or Ground Fault Interrupter. Reset circuit breaker. Blower wiring is disconnected. Inspect blower wiring. Blowe...
Page 70 - Constant
65 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Airflow Monitor Malfunction (Continued) Wrong alarm set point. Airflow monitor was not properly adjusted. Repeat calibration steps outlined in this manual in Chapter 6. Constant audible alarm. Check airflow and calibration of airflow moni...
Page 71 - Service Operating Record Log; Customer Name; Date Comments
66 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Service Operating Record Log Customer Name Model Number Date Installed Serial Number Unit Location Date Comments
Page 73 - Appendix A: Replacement Parts; Number Description
68 Appendix A: Replacement Parts Item Qty. Part Number Description 1 1 3911000 Glass, Side 2A 1 3911900 Glass, Sash 2' 2B 1 3911901 Glass, Sash 3' 2C 1 3911902 Glass, Sash 4' 3A 1 3911800 Sash Assembly, 2' 3B 1 3911801 Sash Assembly, 3' 3C 1 3911802 Sash Assembly, 4' 4A 1 3905600 Lower Air Foil, 2' ...
Page 74 - Part
69 Appendix A: Replacement Parts Item Qty. Part Number Description 17A 1 3918500 Wiring Harness Main, 115V 17B 1 3918600 Wiring Harness Main, 230V 18A 1 3811500 Guardian Airflow Monitor Printed Circuit Board 18B 2 1885405 Screw Mach #6-32 x .31 PH Phil. S.S. 19A 1 3926600 Label, Front Class I 19B 1 ...
Page 75 - Number
70 Appendix A: Replacement Parts Item Qty. Part Number Description 30B 2 1893708 Screw, #10 x .50 PH Phil. Thd. Forming 31A 2 1881196 Capscrew, 3/8 –16 x 6.0 Lg. Hx. Hd. 31B 2 1924403 Sealing Washer 3/8 32A 1 3707900 HEPA Filter (2') 18 x 18 x 3.32 w/ Gasket 32B 1 3707901 HEPA Filter (3') 30 x 18 x ...
Page 76 - Use for Purifier Class I and Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosures
71 Appendix A: Replacement Parts Use for Purifier Class I and Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosures 5 1 9 11 16 10 6 2 3 4 5 12 20 21 7 14 13 19 18 22 17 23 24 25 27 26 28 29 30 31 32 35 36 33 Placed on ledge above HEPA filter 40
Page 78 - Appendix B: Dimensions and Exhaust Options; Purifier Class I and Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure
73 Appendix B: Dimensions and Exhaust Options Figure B-1 Purifier Class I and Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure
Page 79 - Exhaust Duct Connection Kit
74 Appendix B: Dimensions and Exhaust Options Figure B-2 Exhaust Duct Connection Kit (Optional Installation on Integral Blower Models can be installed on Purifier Class I and Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosure)
Page 80 - Environmental Conditions
75 A A P P P P E E N N D D I I X X C C F F I I L L T T E E R R E E D D E E N N C C L L O O S S U U R R E E S S P P E E C C I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N S S This Appendix contains technical information about all the Purifier HEPA Filtered Enclosures including electrical specifications, environ...
Page 81 - Appendix C: Filtered Enclosure Specifications
76 Appendix C: Filtered Enclosure Specifications • Used in an environment of Pollution degrees 2 (i.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.
Page 86 - Industrial Ventilation Manual
81 A A P P P P E E N N D D I I X X D D Q Q U U I I C C K K C C H H A A R R T T F F O O R R T T H H E E F F I I L L T T E E R R E E D D E E N N C C L L O O S S U U R R E E S S To determine the actual face velocity at the sash opening, airflow velocity readings will need to be taken. This should be do...
Page 87 - Average 2.5 linear feet of hood space per person
82 A A P P P P E E N N D D I I X X E E R R E E F F E E R R E E N N C C E E S S O O N N V V E E N N T T I I L L A A T T I I O O N N , , S S A A F F E E T T Y Y , , O O C C C C U U P P A A T T I I O O N N A A L L H H A A Z Z A A R R D D S S , , B B I I O O S S A A F F E E T T Y Y A A N N D D D D E E C...
Page 88 - Appendix E: References
83 Appendix E: References Occupational Health and Safety U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue N.W. Washington, DC 20210 (202) 523-1452 www.osha.gov Industrial Ventilation-ACGIH • Fume hood face velocities between 60-100 lfpm • Maximum of 125 lfpm for radioisotope hoods • Duct velocities ...
