Detailed instructions for use of the fume hood can be found in the lab safety manual. Laboratory fume hoods a laboratory fume hood is a workspace designated for containment of hazardous reagents used in experiments or assays, or toxic fumes that result from reactions or experiments. Only a specially designed laboratory fume hood should be used for perchloric acid procedures. Instructions for installing optional equipment on your. Other widely used terms include fume hood, chemical hood, chemical fume.
Thomas saunders is the author of laboratory fume hoods. We offer a wide variety of standard items or we can build to your specifications. The fume hood draws air in from the room and vents it outside so that clean air is continually pulled from behind the user and any hazardous airborne material inside the hood is kept out of the room. Protector xl floormounted walkin laboratory fume hoods. Esco provides many other resources at our website, to complement this manual and help you.
Protector premier, xl, and passthrough models users manual. The ultimate user guide for advanced users to operate microsoft windows 10 tips and tricks, user manual, user guide, updated and edited, windows. Produced and designed by the leader in cleanair technology, with nearly 4 decades of experience, this platform is outfitted with precisely tuned aerodynamics for outstanding user safety. Verify the exhaust system is operating before each use. The book will help you test, locate, ventilate and maintain hoods which are all on site, fieldgenerated and both old and new. Fume hoods are a primary method of exposure control in the laboratory. Phoenix lab and fume hood interface hvac pro version 4.
Fume hood maintenance quality laboratory furniture, fume. Fisherbrand laboratory fume hoods fisher scientific. Purifier axiom type c1 biosafety cabinet users manual. A fume hood sometimes called a fume cupboard or fume closet is a type of local ventilation device that is designed to limit exposure to hazardous or toxic fumes, vapors or dusts. High performance fume hood laboratory fume hood casework. Laboratory fume hoods are often the primary control device when. A guide to laboratory fume hoods important facts about laboratory fume hoods 6. Fume hood om manuals hamilton laboratory solutions fume hoods. Sashes can be vertical, horizontal, or a combination of the two. Laboratory safety manual laboratory fume hood standard laboratory fume hood standard 2010. Fume hoods are not for use with biohazardous materials because they vent outside without the necessary filtration to remove a biohazard. Verify operation of the fume hood alarm before each use.
A laboratory fume hood is given here as the proper terminology. It is the result of labconcos more than 50 years experience in manufacturing fume hoods, and users like you suggested many of its features to us. Laboratory fume hoods a laboratory fume hood is a type of ventilation system that primarily functions to provide personnel protection against toxic fumes, vapors and dust. Prerequisites explains what you need to do to prepare your site before you install your laboratory fume hood. Phoenix lab and fume hood interface hvac pro version.
Fume hood om manuals hamilton laboratory solutions. This fume hood type should be clearly labelled and its use restricted to only perchloric acid procedures. The flow rate of conditioned supply air and the dimensioning of. The labconco protector fume hood has been engineered to provide maximum visibility in a. Please read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the many unique features and exciting innovations we have built into your new equipment. Learn more forensic workstations assist forensic professionals in the processing, safeguarding and preservation of evidence collected from crime scene to courtroom.
Its secondary function includes protection against chemical spills, runaway reactions and fires by acting as a physical barrier. A properly operating and correctly used fume hood can reduce or eliminate exposure to volatile liquids, dusts, and mists. Chemical fumes are exhausted and diluted many times over in the atmosphere and have an insignificant effect on human health. Fume hood om manuals hamilton lab solutions a royston. It is the result of labconcos more than 60 years experience in manufacturing fume hoods, and users like you suggested many of its features to us. Ucsb chemical fume hood guide, october 2007 7 feature on existing hoods is useless with vav, and must be blocked off to stop treated air from being wasted through this opening. Protector xl floormounted walkin laboratory fume hoods manual 2014present. Laboratory fume hood safe work practices 4 conventional chemical. Your protector laboratory fume hood is designed to protect you.
Laboratory fume hoods function only as well as allowed by the designs of mechanical ventilation system, and the proper use of the hood user. The aerodynamic face opening with airfoil provides uniform air flow through the fume chamber. Recommend that solvent storage not be located under the laboratory fume. Page 1 twostate constant volume fume hood controller owners manual 1255033 rev. Other water or liquid based systems may be acceptable if appropriate testing and certifications are available.
User manual thank you for purchasing this esco ductless fume hoods. High efficiency, full duty fume hood in 36, 48, 60, 72 and 96 widths. A typical fume hood has a box like structure with a moveable sash window. Avoid cross drafts and disruptive air currents in front of the fume hood. Labconco 3940200 user manual pdf download manualslib. The fume hood is often the primary control device for protecting laboratory workers when working with flammable andor toxic chemicals. Never put head into hood while contaminates are being generated. Laboratory fume hood user and installation guide page 4 rev 9 fume hood safety test your fume hood containment before first use and at least once per year thereafter. Fume hood supplement pl10152 hamilton lab solutions a royston group company 825 east albert drive manitowoc, wi 54220 phone 920. Many additional hazardspecific or processrelated controls are available. The labconco protector premier fume hood has been engineered to provide. While pressing down on the two black catches, rotate the side. In addition to our newest line of supreme air venturi fume hoods, we also offer uniquely designed hoods for education and specialty hoods for custom applications. Safeaire laboratory fume hoods operation, maintenance and installation instructions installation fume hood superstructure installation side enclosure panels 1.
Designed for high efficiency, energy savings and maximum user protection. A thorough reference on adequate fume hood design and use. Laboratory fume hoods are a type of ventilation system with the primary function to. This is a great fume hood and we will make it work perfectly for you. The fume hood safetyglass sash protects the user in case of fire or explosion as well as from. Although they may look similar, laboratory fume hoods and biosafety cabinets are designed and function very differently and must be used appropriately to afford the user protection. Laboratory fume hoods esco offers world class laboratory fume hoods to provide maximum safety for a range of uses. So it is not surprising that the ventilation of the laboratory building accounts for the main part of laboratory operating costs. Intellisash user instruction manual instruction for the use of the intellisash automoatic sash position system available on protector fume hoods. Do not use perchloric acid in a hood not specifically designed for use with perchloric acid.
Prior to using hood, verify that the exhaust fan is operating and sufficient air is being exhausted from hood. It is advisable to use a laboratory hood when working with all. Laboratory fume hood will be set on a bench, a pedestal, or on the laboratory floor. For protector premier and protector premier is laboratory fume hood models 10040, 10050, 10060 and 10080 series. General laboratory ventilation design issues lab safety. Including laminar or horizontal flow, countertop or freestanding fume hoods, compact wet or dry scrubbers, wet process benches and acid storage cabinets. It is advisable to use a laboratory hood when working with all hazardous substances. Found in all types of labs, the primary goal of the hood is to protect the user from these reagents, and to protect other laboratory staff, animals. Perchloric acid fume hoods t h epro t isf c lad qu y designed fume hood be set aside for exclusive use with this material. Per the calosha fume hood safety standard, hoods with the motionsensor activated seback see a. In addition, several other factors may affect the operating performance of a fume hoods such as the location of the hood in the lab, makeup air. This thorough reference on adequate fume hood design and use dissects the device down to its bare essentials.
Logic and puricare technical manual and specifications before 20 provides detailed information for use in certifying or servicing labconco biological safety cabinets. Fume hoods are a type of ventilation system used in many laboratories throughout. The design employs precisely tuned aerodynamics designed with computational fluid dynamics to ensure optimal air flow and maximize operator safety. Aa, september 2007 page 3 the information contained within this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by siemens building technologies, inc. Supreme air series fume hoods casework, fume hoods. Manual addressing a variety of glassware washer service issues, including maintenance and modification, part replacement, testing procedures, and more. Check that the fumehood is operating correctly before you start work. The aerodynamic face opening with airfoil provides uniform airflow into the fume chamber. Ductless demonstration fume hoods introduction the edu series ductless demonstration fume hoods are designed for individual and group applications where clear front, side and rear walls permit 360 visibility. Esco frontier acela is a world class laboratory fume hood designed for maximum protection of your laboratory personnel. Using a fumehood correctly perform all work involving hazardous or volatile materials in a fume hood. This manual focuses on standard conventional, perchloric acid and radioisotope fume hoods. Since 1959, mystaire has been the manufacturer at the forefront of environmental safety and air pollution control products.
The fume hood safetyglass sash protects the user in case of fire or explosion as well as from fumes during routine operations. Erlab assembly and user manuals ductless fume hoods. Products covered esco high performance laboratory fume hood frontier acela family model electrical rating 1. Laboratory fume hood user standard university of calgary. Generally, laboratory fume hoods, as long as twenty feet, reflect the basic tenant of a laboratory fume hood. Laboratory hoods and enclosures fisher healthcare shurclean active slopedfront fume hoods for coverslipping benchtop fume hoods to help manage routine manual histological processes. It is a violation of environmental regulations to intentionally send waste up the hood stack. Users manual for 1604041xx series, 1605041xx series, 1606041xx series, 1604042xx series, 1605042xx series, 1606042xx series, 1604051xx series, 1605051xx series, and 1606051xx series protector classmate laboratory fume hoods. A sash that is difficult to move will not likely be set at. The high efficiency carbon filtration and air management system protects both the user and the classroom environment from hazardous vapors. The manual helps the user test, locate, ventilate and maintain hoods both old and new which are on site or fieldgenerated. High performance, air bypass, bench mount fume hood. This manual is designed to help you learn how to install, use, and maintain your laboratory fume hood.
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