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- Page 1 CApture™ Portable Fuming Systems Models 3420000 3420020 3420022 3420024...
- Page 2 Labconco Corporation is held harmless with respect to user’s compliance with such regulations.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
ABLE ONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES Supplies Required Exhaust Requirements Electrical Requirements CHAPTER 3: THEORY OF OPERATION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA Polymerization Generation of CA Fumes Through Controlled Heating Clear Chamber Two Stage Filter System Blower Safety Precautions CHAPTER 4: USING THE SYSTEM Unpacking the System Transporting the System... - Page 4 APPENDIX B: DIMENSIONS APPENDIX C: SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX D: ACCESSORIES...
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of a Labconco CApture Portable Fuming System. The CApture is unique, offering a self-contained, portable system for developing latent fingerprints using the cyanoacrylate (CA) fuming method. CApture has a solid state heater control, exhaust fan, and an internal two stage filter to remove CA fumes at the end of the development process. -
Page 6: Chapter 2: Prerequisites
Note: For best results, do not use CA with thickening or gap filling formulations. A supply of aluminum heating pans, in addition to the 10 shipped with the unit. A bag of 250 pans is available as Labconco part number 34252002. A supply of Rain-X... -
Page 7: Electrical Requirements
Chapter 2: Prerequisites will reduce the exhaust flow out of the chamber, possibly resulting in incomplete venting of the CA fumes. Electrical Requirements The system models have the following electrical requirements: Table 2-1 Model # Requirements 3420000 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Amp 34200-20, -22, -24 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5 Amp Note: An outlet with a circuit breaker rated at 10 amps for 115 volt... -
Page 8: Chapter 3: Theory Of Operation And Safety Precautions
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions The CApture operates using the following principles: CA polymerization. Generation of CA fumes through controlled heating. Removal of CA droplets and fumes by a two stage filter. The major components in the system are: ... -
Page 9: Generation Of Ca Fumes Through Controlled Heating
20 uses, if properly applied, and the treatment is not disturbed. Always follow the treatment manufacturer’s instructions when applying the treatment. Labconco has not tested any other brands of glass treatment chemicals, and cannot recommend their usage. Two Stage Filter System CA droplets and fumes are removed from the air in the clear chamber by a two stage filtration system. -
Page 10: Blower
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation & Safety Precautions Blower The blower assembly pulls air out of the clear chamber, through the filter, and then exhausts it out of the system. Safety Precautions Always wear appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE), such as protective eyewear and gloves when handling CA, its byproducts or residue. - Page 11 Chapter 3: Theory of Operation & Safety Precautions The system is only designed to heat cyanoacrylate. NEVER use this unit to heat any other chemicals. NEVER put CA or water directly on the heater surface. ALWAYS put water or CA into heating pans, and then place these on the heater. NEVER exceed 8 drops of CA per development cycle.
- Page 12 Chapter 3: Theory of Operation & Safety Precautions restore power, contact Labconco’s Product Service Department immediately. Wear all required Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) during service operations. At a minimum, this includes: eye protection, breathing protection, skin protection. Do not wear loose fitting clothes that can catch on internal surfaces.
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Page 13: Chapter 4: Using The System
Note: United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery. Do not return goods without the prior authorization of Labconco. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted. If the unit was damaged in transit, you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier. -
Page 14: Transporting The System
1 Pair of Pliers If you did not receive one or more of the components listed for the system contact Labconco Corporation immediately for further instructions. The system is shipped in the transport mode, as shown in Figure 4-1... -
Page 15: Component Identification
Chapter 4: Using the System Component Identification Figure 4-2a Clear Chamber Digital Temperature Controller Maintenance Panel Thumbscrew Control Switch (Heat-Off-Vent) Circuit Breaker/Main Power Switch Power Cord Connection Heater Receptacles (2) Leveling Foot Pin Leveling Foot Figure 4-2b Blower Exhaust Stainless Steel Face Plate Manifold Position for Control Slide Heater Door... -
Page 16: Hints For Handling Ca
CA fumes for up to 20 uses, if the treatment is not disturbed. Always follow the treatment manufacturer’s instructions when applying the treatment. Labconco has not tested any other brands of glass treatment chemicals, and cannot recommend their usage. -
Page 17: Preparing The System For Operation
® Rain-X or Rain Block glass water repellent. Labconco has tested these two treatments, and found they protect the clear chamber from CA fumes for up to 20 uses, if the treatment is not disturbed. Always follow the treatment manufacturer’s instructions when applying... - Page 18 Chapter 4: Using the System Figure 4-5 4. Select the hooks or shelves needed to hang or support the evidence to be developed. Engage the hooks and/or shelves into the appropriate holes on the stainless steel face plate, as shown in Figure 4-5.
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Page 19: Heater Adjustment
Chapter 4: Using the System Heater Adjustment 1. Push the control switch to the “Heat” position. The temperature of the heater will be displayed on the controller, as shown in Figure 4-6. When the heater is on, the “out” indicator will be lit. Figure 4-6 Out Indicator Light Heater Temperature... -
Page 20: Fuming Procedure
Chapter 4: Using the System Fuming Procedure NOTE: The quality and durability of fingerprints developed by the CApture can be affected by many variables, among them are: The initial quality of the latent print The surface the print is on ... - Page 21 30% to reach the optimal 80% operating humidity level within the chamber. If you have further questions, please contact Labconco at 1-800-821-5525 or www.labconco.com. 1. Ensure that the inside of the chamber and the evidence being fumed is dry, and has no condensation on it.
- Page 22 Chapter 4: Using the System 5. Let the chamber vent for at least 3-5 minutes before opening the chamber and retrieving the evidence. 6. If more evidence needs to be developed, turn the control switch to “Heat” and go back to step #1 and repeat. 7.
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Page 23: Chapter 5: Maintaining The System
Routine Maintenance Schedule Weekly Using an appropriate soap or detergent solution, or LabSolutions Glass & Surface Wipes, Labconco part # 1570000; clean the stainless steel face plate. If the inside surface of the clear chamber is cleaned, reapply either ®... -
Page 24: Service Operations
Chapter 5: Maintaining the System Service Operations Filter Replacement: 1. Unplug the system. Separate the heater/filter module from the clear chamber. Place the module with the stainless steel face plate down on a stable, level surface, as shown in Figure 5-1. 2. -
Page 25: Resetting The Circuit Breaker
Chapter 5: Maintaining the System 4. Grasp the filter cartridge and pull the bottom of the cartridge until the filter cartridge inlet pulls out of the filter cartridge seal. Keep pulling the bottom of the cartridge out until it clears the back edge of the heater/filter module, then pull it out of the flexible connector. -
Page 26: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Refer to the following table if the system fails to operate properly. If the suggested corrective actions do not solve the problem, contact Labconco for additional assistance. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Blower and controller Unit not plugged into Plug the cabinet into appropriate won’t turn on... -
Page 27: Appendix A: Components
Appendix A: Components CApture Portable Fuming System Parts Item Quantity Part No. Description 3421901 Clear chamber 3425202 Heating pans, package of 250 (not shown) 3424500 Flexible Connector 3421801 Filter Cartridge 3422203 Shelf 3422202 Hook (not shown) 3425500 Foam Storage Insert (not shown) Product Service 1-800-522-7658... - Page 28 Appendix B: Dimensions Clear Chamber Interior Dimensions: 16" (406mm)H x 8”(203mm)W x 8" (203mm)D Product Service 1-800-522-7658...
- Page 29 Appendix C: Specifications Electrical Data Model # Requirements Energy Use 3420000 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Amp 75 Watts 34200-20, -22, -24 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5 Amp 75 Watts Environmental Conditions Indoor use only. Maximum altitude: 6562 feet (2000 meters). ...
- Page 30 Appendix D: Accessories Clear Chamber (#3421901) Replacement clear chamber, with latches installed. 2 lb. (0.9kg). Heating Pans (#3425202) Package of 250 aluminum disposable heating pans. 1 lb. (0.5kg). Filter Cartridge (#3421801) Replacement particulate/granular activated carbon filter cartridge. Lasts for 100 development cycles. 5 lbs. (2.3kg). Exhaust Connection Kit (#3425400) Allows the system to exhaust to a remote location, or a nearby chemical fume hood.
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