Kendro HERAsafe KS Operating Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Valid: 12.2004 / 50077476 C...
- Page 2 These operating instructions are protected by copyright. Rights resulting the- reof, particularly reprint, photomechanical or digital postprocessing or reproduc- tion, even in part, are only allowed with the written consent of Kendro Laboratory Products GmbH. This regulation does not apply to reproductions for in-plant use.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Contents General notes ..................6 Safety instructions ................6 Warranty ..................7 Explanation of symbols ..............7 1.3.1 Symbols used in the operating instructions: ......7 1.3.2 Symbols on the device: ............8 Use of the device ................ - Page 4 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Contents 6.3.7 Activating and deactivating the potential-free contact (optional)41 6.3.8 Switching the cabinet to OFF mode ........41 6.3.9 Setting the time ............... 42 6.3.10 Displaying the downflow velocity ........... 43 6.3.11 Displaying the operating hours of the HEPA filters ....43 6.3.12 Displaying the Kendro Performance Factor ......
- Page 5 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Figures Fig. Device locations in a room ............13 Fig. Lift points ..................13 Fig. Overall view / Version KS ............. 15 Fig. Overall view / Version KSP ............16 Fig. Filter system with prefilters, downflow filter and exhaust air filter / Version KS ..............
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Page 6: General Notes
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP General notes The following are the addresses of the international Kendro Sales Organisations. Postal address Germany Postal address USA Kendro Laboratory Products GmbH Kendro Laboratory Products Inc. Robert-Bosch-Straße 1 275 Aiken Road... -
Page 7: Warranty
• the device is not modified, • only original spare parts and accessories that have been approved by Kendro Laboratory Products are used, • inspections and maintenance are performed at the specified intervals, •... -
Page 8: Symbols On The Device
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP General notes 1.3.2 Symbols on the device: Betriebsanleitung beachten (Decke Schaltraum) Observe operating instructions (cover electrical box) Cytostatic agents (left device front) Checked safety (Cover light dome) T5A note (sample chamber fusing) -
Page 9: Use Of The Device
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP General notes Use of the device 1.4.1 Correct use KS version: The safety cabinet is a laboratory device for installation and operation in micro- biological and biotechnical laboratories of safety levels 1, 2, and 3. It has been designed as a Class II microbiological safety cabinet, in accordance with EN 12469 / 2000. -
Page 10: Standards And Safety Regulations
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP General notes Standards and safety regulations The device complies with the safety requirements of the following standards and guidelines: • IEC 1010-1 / EN 61010-1 • EN 12469 / 2000 • DIN 12980 / 1996 (E DIN 12980 / 2'2004) •... -
Page 11: Delivery
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Delivery Standard components Delivery for the safety cabinet includes the following: Version KS: • safety cabinet, • remote control, • drain valve. Version KSP: • safety cabinet • remote control • armrests •... -
Page 12: Ambient Conditions
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Installation Ambient conditions The operational safety and correct function of the unit depend on the location where it is to be operated. The safety cabinet must be operated only at locati- ons that meet the ambient conditions listed below. -
Page 13: Correct Location
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Installation Correct location Choose a draft-free location where the safety cabinet does not interfere with the plant traffic. Fig. 1: This figure shows preferred locations for safety cabi- nets and unsuiable locations, not in accordance with the safety requirements. -
Page 14: Description
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Overall view Version KS: • Fig. 3a: Plenum assembly [5] with plenum for downflow blower [24] and plenum for exhaust air blower [2]. The downflow filter and the exhaust air filter are installed directly to the pertaining blower. - Page 15 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Fig. 3 Overall view / Version KS...
- Page 16 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Version KSP: • Fig. 3b: Rack [5] with integral prefilter housing [6]. • Filter inserts [2] for the prefilter housing. The number of supplied filter in- serts depends on the width of the device. To protect from liquid residues, the filter inserts are oriented slightly sloping from the device backpanel to form a drain duct to the floorpan [3].
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Page 17: Safety System
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Safety system The safety system comprises a combination of protective and alarm systems that ensure maximum personal and material protection. Safety systems: • Vacuum-sealed air system A vacuum-sealed air system in combination with HEPA filters for downflow and exhaust air forms the basis of the safety system for personal and ma- terial protection. -
Page 18: Filter System
• Kendro Performance Factor The Kendro Performance Factor (PER) is a value that in- dicates the safety state of the safety cabinet. This value is calculated from data determined by the safety system and from values captured empirically by service personnel during safety checks. -
Page 19: Filter System With Prefilters, Downflow Filter And Exhaust Air Filter / Version Ksp
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Version KSP: Fig. 4b: The filter system consists of a set of HEPA prefilters [10] (the number of filters depends on the sample chamber width) and two HEPA filters [2] and [5] for downflow air and exhaust air. -
Page 20: Controls And Display
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Controls and display Fig. 5: The safety cabinet is equipped with two separate control elements that operate independently of each other: • remote control [3], • pilot switch [1]. The status indicators of the display [2] indicate control opera- tions initiated with the control elements. -
Page 21: Sample Chamber Access
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Sample chamber access Front cover: The sample chamber of the device is accessible via two modes: Fig. 7a: Manual opening of the front cover [2] allows access to the complete sample chamber width with an opening height C. -
Page 22: Device Interfaces
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Device interfaces Fig. 8: The standard equipment includes the outlets [10] for internal power supply as well as the openings [8] on both sides for routing of cables and hoses. All other supply connections are available as options and may also be retrofitted. - Page 23 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description Disinfection adapter (optional): The disinfection adapter [9] is used to con- nect a mobile UV radiation device. The adapter is connected to the device control, the UV disinfection routine with a mobile UV device may be controlled with the remote control.
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Page 24: Uv Lamp Unit
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Unit description UV lamp unit Fig. 9: The UV lamp unit consists of two lamp housings [2] with two UV lamps each [1] that are integral to the side walls. Both lamp housings are protected by a stainless steel cover [3]. -
Page 25: Initial Operation
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up Initial operation Prior to initial operation, the safety cabinet must be subjected to an installation test. Correct assembly and installation per- formed by the operator are essential for good start-up. Version KSP:... - Page 26 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up Version KSP: Fig. 11b: The rack [3] and the prefilter housing [2] form an as- sembly. To facilitate the installation of the device frame [1], the rack is equipped with a lifting mechanism [5].
- Page 27 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up Drain valve (optional) Fig. 11c: The drain valve [2] is installed into the floorpan ope- ning [1] at the floor at the left front area of the sample cham- ber. NOTE – Installation The optional drain valve must be installed only by authorized service personnel.
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Page 28: Levelling The Cabinet
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up Levelling the cabinet The cabinet should be levelled only after it has been positioned. 1. Remove transport protection (foil) from the workplate or from the workplate segments. 2. Lift the workplate or the workplate segments by the wire hooks and place it/them onto the front and rear rails in the sample chamber with the wide line of holes facing forward. -
Page 29: Power Supply Connection
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up Power supply connection WARNING – High voltage! Contact with current-carrying components may cause a lethal electric shock. Before connecting the device to the power sup- ply system, check plug and power supply cable for possible damage. - Page 30 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up After the initialization routine has been completed, the calibration routine is run: • The display shows "CAL". • The routine starts automatically when the device control is in the work mode (sees Section 6.2) and runs for approx 30 minutes.
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Page 31: Rs 232 Interface Connection
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up RS 232 interface connection The RS 232 interface has been designed for a cable connection with 9-pin connectors and a contact assignment of 1:1. Connection of the device: 1. Turn PC off. -
Page 32: Installation Test
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Start-up Installation test Do not operate the device before the installation test has been completed. • The installation test must be performed in accordance with the specificati- ons of EN 12469 / 2000. The cabinet may be operated as a Class II micro-... -
Page 33: Handling And Control
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control Display Fig. 15: The display at the sample chamber backpanel shows • status messages, • parameter input and putput. 6.1.1 Functions of the display components [1] Display segment for numbers and text... -
Page 34: Display During The Calibration Routine
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.1.2 Display during the calibration routine The routine runs for approx 30 minutes. During this time, the display shows alternatingly cal and the descending time value. If the calibration routine can- not be started due to faults, the display shows cal permanently. -
Page 35: Description Of The Operating Modes
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control Description of the operating modes The following operating modes exist for the device: • Calibration mode (after initial start-up, version KSP) • OFF mode • Work mode • Standby mode •... - Page 36 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control UV mode: For running the UV disinfection routine, the front window is completely lowered to protect against UV radiation. The routine cannot be run until the front window is in the "closed" position.
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Page 37: Remote Control
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control Remote control The device control software monitors the selected operating mode of the safety cabinet and automatically deactivates ope- rating functions that are not in accordance with the safety re- quirements of the mode. -
Page 38: Moving The Front Window To The Working Position
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control Availability of functions in the different operating modes: x = available Mode Standby OFF mode Work mode UV mode mode 6.3.2 Moving the front window to the working position 1. -
Page 39: Silencing The Audible Alarm Signal
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.3.3 Silencing the audible alarm signal When the front window is moved out of the working position or when the pres- sure sensors detect a safety-relevant change of the airflow velocities, the cor- responding visual and audible alarm signals are issued. -
Page 40: Activating And Deactivating The Internal Power Supply
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control Reestablish the factory settings: Switch the device to OFF mode: Keep the key depressed until the ready signal sounds • Activate the factory settings: • Keep the key depressed for 5 seconds 6.3.4Switching the illumination on and off... -
Page 41: Displaying The Uv Disinfection Time
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.3.6 Displaying the UV disinfection time This value refers to the operating hours of the set run time of the UV disinfec- tion or of the power supply for the UV disinfection adapter (optional). This dis- play function is only available when the front window is not closed. -
Page 42: Setting The Time
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.3.9 Setting the time The current time of the time zone in which the unit operates must be set at the start-up of the safety cabinet. Two different display modes can be selected: •... -
Page 43: Displaying The Downflow Velocity
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control NOTE – Calling up device data! The following data can be called up in succession: • Time (hours/minutes) • Downflow velocity • Operating hours after last filter replacement • Kendro Performance Faktor To call up values in succession: •... -
Page 44: Displaying The Kendro Performance Factor
Handling and control 6.3.12 Displaying the Kendro Performance Factor The Kendro Performance Factor (PER) is a value that indicates the safety state of the safety cabinet. This value is calculated from data determined by the cabinet safety system and from values captured empirically by service personnel during safety checks. This data is entered into a parameter list of the control software and interconnected. -
Page 45: Setting And Activating The Timer
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.3.13 Setting and activating the timer The timer function allows you to switch the safety cabinet from the OFF mode to the work mode at a predetermined time. The timer can only be set when the device is in the OFF mode. -
Page 46: Deactivating The Timer
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control NOTE – Activating the timer! If the timer is to be activated without a prior change of the time values, the procedure abo- ve is performed and the existing time values are confirmed: Press, then release the . -
Page 47: Setting The Uv Disinfection Time
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.3.15 Setting the UV disinfection time Depending on the equipment option of the cabinet, this setting is used to: • determine the disinfection time of the optional UV lamps in the side walls or •... -
Page 48: Cancelling The Uv Disinfection
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.3.17 Cancelling the UV disinfection While the UV disinfection routine is run, it can be interrupted at any time. 1. Cancelling the routine: Press, then release the key •... -
Page 49: Pilot Switch
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 8. Indication of the function: The predefined time value counts to zero. Pilot switch Fig. 17: If the remote control is not available, the basic func- tions required for the operation of the device can be controlled with the pilot switch: •... -
Page 50: Silencing The Audible Alarm Signal
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Handling and control 6.4.2 Silencing the audible alarm signal: 1. Move the front window to the upper and lower end positions. 2. Release the control element. 3. Press, then release the control element. The audible alarm signal remains off. -
Page 51: Operation
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Operation Hygiene preparations for the sample chamber The sample chamber surfaces and the accessories required for the work pro- cess must be disinfected and cleaned in accordance with the hygiene guideli- nes set forth for the application. -
Page 52: Response To Failure Messages
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Operation Response to failure messages Failure messages are displayed in form of text/number combinations with a code between ER 1 and ER 6 (see chapter 6.1.6). If one of these codes is display- ed, contact the Technical Service immediately. -
Page 53: Work Rules
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Operation Work rules The observance of work rules ensures a minimum of operational safety when handling the safety cabinet. Before starting an operation: • Take off jewelry. • Put on required personal protective gear, e.g. hand, face, or body protection. -
Page 54: Shut-Down
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Shut-down Interrupting an operation To interrupt a work process, the device is switched to the OFF mode. 1. Remove all samples from the safety cabinet and store them properly. 2. Remove accessories from the sample chamber and clean and disinfect them. -
Page 55: Cleaning And Decontamination
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Cleaning and decontamination Decontamination procedure Several procedures can be applied for decontaminating the safety cabinet. Which procedure is selected, depends on: • the potential risk imminent in the agents, • the degree of purity required by an experiment or by a work process. - Page 56 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Cleaning and decontamination Predisinfection: 1. Remove all samples from the sample chamber and store them properly. 2. Remove accessories from the safety cabinet and disinfect them using the disinfection procedure recommended by the manufacturer.
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Page 57: Uv Disinfection After A Wipe/Spray Disinfection
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Cleaning and decontamination UV disinfection after a wipe/spray disinfection A UV disinfection can be performed either by using the optional integral UV lamps or by using a mobile UV device. The run time of the routine can be preset with the remote control (see Section 6.3.16). -
Page 58: Cleaning The Exterior Surfaces
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Cleaning and decontamination Cleaning the exterior surfaces Wipe the exterior surfaces of the device clean using a solution of tepid water and commercial dishwasher solution. Then, wipe exterior surfaces dry using a soft, clean cloth. -
Page 59: Maintenance
Service HEPA filters: As the filter replacement is an interference with the safety system of the device, filters must only be replaced by Kendro Laboratory Products or by adequately trained and authorized service personnel. NOTE – Repeat test! Before filters are replaced the disinfection with formaldehyde is mandatory. -
Page 60: Sample Chamber Illumination
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Maintenance 10.2.2 Sample chamber illumination The tubes are installed in the front cover bezel. 1. Remove the bezel retaining screws and the bezel. 2. The luminescent tubes are retained by rotatable sockets. Rotate the tube carefully to the removal position and remove it from the socket. -
Page 61: Retrofitting And Repairs
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Maintenance 10.3 Retrofitting and repairs External communication systems, e.g. failure report systems or components for supplying media such as gas solenoid valves can be retrofitted and integrated into the device control. NOTE – Retrofitting and repairs! All retrofitting and repair work are interferences with the safety system of the unit. -
Page 62: Disposal
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Disposal 11.1 Disposal procedure Discarded cabinets or unit components contain reusable materials. All compon- ents with the exception of the HEPA filters can be disposed of after having been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. The HEPA filters must be disposed of in ac- cordance with the applicable national and state regulations for special solid waste. -
Page 63: Technical Data
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Technical data Dimensions HERAsafe KS/KSP 9 KS/KSP 12 KS/KSP 15 KS/KSP 18 Exterior dimensions KS/KSP Width 1000 1300 1600 1900 780/860 Depth 1580 Height Interior dimensions KS/KSP Width 1200 1500 1800 Depth... - Page 64 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Technical data Optional media connections in chamber backpanel HERAsafe KS/KSP 9 KS/KSP 12 KS/KSP 15 KS/KSP 18 Diameter Zoll R 3/8 R 3/8 R 3/8 R 3/8 Outer distance left Connection 1...
- Page 65 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Technical data Volume, weights, and loads HERAsafe KS 9 KS 12 KS 15 KS 18 Volume Unit volume Floorpan Weights Cabinet Stand KSF1 Stand KSF2 Loads Max. load per working area module Max.
- Page 66 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Technical data Airflow system HERAsafe KS 9 KS 12 KS 15 KS 18 Airflows Airflow velocities 0,45 Inflow 0,36 Downflow Air volume Overall volume flow m³/h 1050 1430 1790 2060 Downflow volume flow m³/h...
- Page 67 Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Technical data Ambient conditions HERAsafe KSP 9 KSP 12 KSP 15 KSP 18 Temperature Max. ambient temperature °C during operation Min. ambient temperature °C during operation Humidity Max. humidity / operation % r.H.
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Page 68: Device Log
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Device log Device type: Part number: Serial number: Service number: Location: Operator's note: Work carried out Notes Date Signature... -
Page 69: Certificate Of Decontamination
Operating Instructions Safety Cabinet HERAsafe KS / KSP Certificate of decontamination... - Page 70 Internet: http://www.kendro.com...
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