Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Table of Contents Using this Manual .............................. 3 Safety Signal Words ......................3 Contacting Sentry Air Systems ..................4 About Sentry Air Systems ....................4 Overview & Guidelines ............................. 5 Overview of AirHawk Ductless Containment Hoods ............
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Using this Manual This operation and maintenance manual provides the user with the basic knowledge to operate and maintain Sentry Air Systems AirHawk Ductless containment Hood equipment. This manual may not be copied in whole and/or in part without written permission of Sentry Air Systems, Inc.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Contacting Sentry Air Systems When contacting Sentry Air Systems for questions, have the following information ready: 1. Filter Combination 2. Filter Sequence 3. Job number 4. Application Description About Sentry Air Systems Sentry Air Systems, Inc.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Overview & Guidelines Overview of AirHawk Ductless Containment Hoods • Sentry Air Systems designs and manufactures dependable, modular and economical air purification solutions for the workplace. • Our Sentry AirHawk Ductless Containment Hoods are self-contained workstations that help protect the operator's breathing zone from harmful airborne fumes and particulates.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Appropriate Placement 2.2.1 Allow Room for Filter Replacement It is important to position your Sentry AirHawk DCH with sufficient clearance from walls, ceiling and other equipment so that you can perform the actions necessary to manipulate the filter screws and replace the filters.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Operational Safety Practices General Work Practices In well-designed work processes and practices, our products help provide a safe and healthy environment for workers. As you evaluate your work practices, a good reference to determine the safety of individual chemicals is the CDC’s NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards, found at http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Safe Operations Guidelines Keep the lid closed when the unit is in operation or you create the risk of exposure. Unplug this equipment before performing maintenance or replacing filters.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Filters – Initiation of the Unit, Maintenance, and Replacement Unit Filter(s) Overview Your unit is shipped to you with filters. The filters shown in Figure 3 may or may not represent your unique filter set.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Filters must be changed out regularly. The requirement for filter changes varies by application and usage. Sentry Air Systems is not responsible for proper and timely filter changes. The types of filters in your unique configuration may require different methods of disposal.
Application Specialists at Sentry Air can help you determine a filter-replacement schedule, but the final decision should be made with the recommendation of your local safety expert and/or industrial hygiene professional. Contact your SAS specialist to find out about optional equipment.
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Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Loosen the filter knobs at the top of the until there is sufficient leeway to remove the filters. (NOTE: Do not loosen a single knob more than one turn at a time). Lift the filter(s) by the grab handles and slide out from the front.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Replacing Filters Replace the filters in the same ordered stack, and in the same airflow direction, as the old filters. 5. Install the filter(s) (gasket side down, airflow arrows up, filter labels in front) It is good practice to lift the filter(s) by the grab handles as you slide them over the top of the hood to avoid damage to the bottom filter gasket.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual 8. Before operating your unit, use the following checklist to make sure the filters are properly installed. All filters are inserted into the chassis to the same degree; none protrudes more than the others.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Ordering Replacement Filters Your unit ships with the filters noted on a sticker attached to your unit. Refer to that sticker when ordering replacement filters. 4.9.1 Filter Part Numbers Filter Type Part Number HEPA...
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Maintaining the Fan/Filter Chassis Motor Maintenance The motor in your hood does not require significant routine maintenance. If there is noticeable fan vibration: Unplug this equipment before performing maintenance or replacing filters.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual AirHawk Equipment Your AirHawk unit will come equipped with the controls discussed in the following sections. Contact your Sentry Air Systems rep with any questions regarding their usage. Sentry AirHawk Control Console 1.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual incrementally decrease the fan speed to 0%. Turn on “AutoSentry” and the flow control changes your desired airflow and the fan speed will gradually change to meet it. 12.
AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual AirHawk Specifications All specifications are nominal and subject to change without notice. Model AirHawk30 – 30” Wide Outer Dimensions: 24" D x 31.5" W x 25" H Hood Dimensions Inner Dimensions: 23.7" D x 29.5" W x 23.75" H Access Area: 29.5 ”W x 9.25”...
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Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual Model AirHawk46 – 46” Wide Outer Dimensions: 24" D x 47.5” W x 25 "H Hood Dimensions Inner Dimensions: 23.7" D x 45.5" W x 23.75" H Access Area: 45.5” W x 9.75”H Hood: 16ga Carbon Steel w/ polyester epoxy coating on all surfaces.
Sentry Air Systems Inc. AirHawk DCH Hoods | Operation and Maintenance Manual DISCLAIMER Sentry Air Systems, Inc. disclaims all responsibility for any personal injury, property damage, fine, citation or penalty imposed by any government, private entity or any other entity which results from any use, misuse or misapplication of any Sentry Air Systems products, failure of the user to properly use or to regularly maintain the product, or failure to adequately monitor fume extraction exhaust air and the ambient workplace air for the presence of harmful levels of gases, fumes, and particulates.