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- Page 1 Instructions For Use (IFU) USD 2554c Pall Stax™ Capsule Filters...
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Page 2: Specifications
1. Introduction The following procedures must be followed for the installation of the Pall Stax filter system. The instructions contained in the product documentation must be read thoroughly as they contain valuable information gained by extensive experience. It is very important that all instructions are carefully followed and where appropriate they should be incorporated into the end user’s standard operating procedures. - Page 3 2. The Stax capsule assemblies must be stacked in a vertical orientation. Assembly of the Stax capsule system begins with the correct placement of a distribution manifold on to the base of the chassis.
- Page 4 10. Depending on the application, rinsing with filtered water or buffer in a forward flow direction is recommended prior to putting the Stax capsules into operation. Rinsing can be performed with product or a product-compatible liquid. The recommended rinsing volume...
- Page 5 Pall or your local distributor. 4.2.2 Gas Applications The Stax Capsule system is not intended for gas applications. However, an air pres- sure hold installation test may be conducted at < 0.35 bar (5 psi) to confirm system assembly integrity before use.
- Page 6 The blow down pressures are applicable to the filter media that has been wetted with water only. After filtration with the product, add the value of the pressure differential of the Stax system at the end of the process run to the pressures shown in Table 2: Blow Down Pressures on page 7 and apply air pressure in incremental steps.
- Page 7 8. Scientific and Laboratory Services Pall operates a technical service to assist in the application of all filter products. This service is readily available to you and we welcome your questions so that we can help. In addition, a full network of technical representatives is available throughout the world.
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Page 8: Appendix A: Chassis User Instructions - Pilot Scale
Should you have any questions, please contact your local Pall office or distributor. Appendix A: Chassis User Instructions — Pilot Scale 1. - Page 9 Check to ensure that capsules are fully clamped down. 2. Connect inlet and outlet hoses on the manifold as indicated. 3. Open vent valves 4. Begin filling capsule until fluid appears. 5. Close valves. 6. Check for leaks. USD 2554c www.pall.com/biopharm...
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Page 10: Appendix B: Chassis User Instructions - Process Scale 5 And 10 High
Appendix B: Chassis User Instructions — Process Scale 5 and 10 High Stax Process Scale Chassis User Instructions 1. Process Chassis Sizes The Stax process scale chassis is available in two sizes: 5-high and 10-high with two base styles, floor or wheel mounted. Figure 2 Typical Chassis Configurations (Drawings not to scale) 2. - Page 11 4. Open vent valves by rotating them counterclockwise. 5. Begin slowly filling capsules until fluid appears from the valves. 6. Close vent valves by rotating them clockwise. 7. Check for leaks. USD 2554c www.pall.com/biopharm...
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Page 12: Appendix C: Chassis User Instructions - Series Filtration
Pilot Scale Chassis with Series Filtration Setup For Series Flow filtration using two different media grades, the chassis will accommodate combinations of large, medium and small capsules. Please contact your local Pall office or distributor for guidance on combinations of capsule sizes. -
Page 13: Appendix D: Maintenance And Spare Parts
Routine cleaning of the external surfaces of the chassis to prevent bioburden and other residue built-up can be followed on the same schedule as other external non-product contact parts, such as manufacturing suite walls, control boxes and tank exteriors. USD 2554c www.pall.com/biopharm... - Page 14 Notes...
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- Page 16 E-mail us at stax@pall.com E-mail us at stax@pall.com International Offices Port Washington, NY USA Pall Corporation has offices and plants throughout the world in locations such as: Corporate Headquarters Corporate Headquarters +1.800.717.7255 toll free (USA) Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India,...
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