COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................3 SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL ..................3 DESCRIPTION ........................3 USE ............................4 2.1 INTENTED USE ........................4 2.2 LIQUIDS SUITABLE TO BE FOGGED ..................5 2.3 SAFETY AND CAUTION WARNINGS ..................5 2.4 AUTHORIZED PERSONS ......................
Disregarding can damage the device or produce underperformance. 1.2 DESCRIPTION COUNTERFOG® PILAR is a Fog-generating device for the rapid disinfection of buildings, indoor facilities, offices, vehicles, goods or objects. It provides a dynamic fog cone composed of sub-micrometric droplets of liquid which, when projected into the air, catch air-borne matter (dust, aerosols, spores, etc.).
Follow the safety instructions of the manufacturer of the liquid to be fogged. • Users should familiarize themselves with Counterfog® PILAR operation by reading the User Manual prior to first use. It is essential that Counterfog® PILAR users follow all safety warnings as detailed in this operating manual.
ATEX index (DIRECTIVE 94/9/CE -ATEX 137- ) or mixing liquids if manufacturers do not recommend it. Be sure that the nozzle, hose and pipes of the Counterfog® PILAR are empty and clean before filling the container with liquid.
Avoid splashing or overfilling which could harm the user and the device. COUNTERFOG EBT de la UAH S.L is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by using this device other than using the specific parameters detailed in this manual.
COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 2.1 COMPONENTS Part Name Compressor Pressure tank “FILL” (Filling valve) “EMPTY” (Drain valve) Filter P á g i n a...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 “LIQUID” (Liquid valve) “AIR” (Air valve) Check valve Safety valve Pressure gauge “VENT” (Vent valve) Filling Coaxial hose Counterfog® F1/6 Nozzle for massive nanometric fog generation P á g i n a...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 P á g i n a...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 10 | P á g i n a...
Earplugs or other ear protectors. 4. ROOM PREPARATION Counterfog® PILAR can disinfect air, clothes and surfaces with a scarce amount of disinfectant liquid. Surfaces must be exposed to air. For a full disinfection remove bed covers. Clothes and objects that should be disinfected separately.
Check all valves (3 “FILL”, 4 “EMPTY”, 6 “LIQUID”, 7 “AIR” and 11 “VENT”) are closed. o The two switches at the top of Counterfog® PILAR must be OFF. o Carefully open the vent valve (Open 11 “VENT”). o Wait until pressure in the tank is the atmospheric (no air flows out at that time).
(3 “FILL”, 4 “EMPTY”, 6 “LIQUID”, 7 “AIR” and 11 “VENT”) are closed. o Double check the two switches at the top of Counterfog® PILAR are OFF. Plug the equipment to the 120 V/60 Hz supply line. 5.4 SWITCH ON AND PRESSURIZATION OF TANK...
CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 o Wait until the pressure gauge (check pressure gauge 10) indicates Counterfog® PILAR has been pressurized to 11 bar. Counterfog® PILAR is programmed to automatically provide a pressure of 11 -Check pressure gauge (check 10)-. 5.5 OPERATION ...
This device jets fogged chemical substances Do not inhale these substances. 6. ROOM DISINFECTION Counterfog® PILAR disinfects both air and surfaces. For an effective operation, the user must gently aim corners from one side to the other, from the upper to the lower parts.
COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 7. PAUSE Disinfection can be paused just closing the liquid supply valve (Close 6 “LIQUID”) and the air valve (Close 7 “AIR”) in this order. It is crucial to follow the steps in the correct order...
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The tank will remain pressurized. Unplug the equipment from the 120 V/60 Hz supply line. To end the operation, unplug the Counterfog® PILAR device, move it to a safe place and proceed to depressurization: o Double check all valves (3 “FILL”, 4 “EMPTY”, 6 “LIQUID”, 7 “AIR” and 11 “VENT”) are...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 o When finish evacuating liquid, close valve 4 (close 4 “EMPTY”). If any type of disinfectant has been used, please go to next indication. Otherwise, follow the next procedure to dry the tank. Remember that a correct maintenance lengthen the durability of the product.
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Check all valves (3 “FILL”, 4 “EMPTY”, 6 “LIQUID”, 7 “AIR” and 11 “VENT”) are closed. o The two switches at the top of Counterfog® PILAR must be OFF. o Carefully open the vent valve (Open 11 “VENT”). o Wait until pressure in the tank is the atmospheric (no air flows out at that time).
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1 liter of drinkable water (0.26 gallons). o Tilt the Counterfog® PILAR slightly to both sides so as to drinkable water is being mixed with the remaining disinfectant in the walls of the device. o To evacuate the remaining liquid from Counterfog® PILAR, place a...
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(yellow arrow in the figure) which deactivates the fan. Please, follow the steps in the correct order Counterfog® PILAR can be then unplugged, moved to another room and plugged again. Unplug the equipment from the 120 V/60 Hz supply line.
Keep out of reach of children Carefully read all instructions, warnings, cautions and first aid statements prior to use. Do not enter room while Counterfog® PILAR is in use. Keep door and windows closed. Use only as directed. ...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Fill the tank with liquid Fog is not Tank is empty Refer to maintenance manual generated Nozzle is clogged Possible internal Switch off and unplug device, call technical damages service Device emits...
(i) Call COUNTERFOG EBT de la UAH S.L (ii) Prepare the shipment of the device back to COUNTERFOG EBT de la UAH S.L and the original invoice .Please note that the device should be packed in the original shipping box. Should this not be the case the device will not qualify for the above explained warranty service and will be repaired or replaced at customers’...
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Buyer's premises), assembly/disassembly, decontamination, and installation/re- installation. - COUNTERFOG EBT de la UAH S.L and its authorized Dealers assume no liability for any damage, accident, injury, death, loss or other claim related to or resulting from the use of the device. In no event shall they be held liable for incidental or consequential damages relating to or resulting from the use of the device, any of its parts or accessories.
State authority or Buyer or Buyer's contractors or suppliers. -COUNTERFOG's total liability for all claims of any class arising out of or relating to the conclusion, performance or breach of the Contract, or for any Product or Service shall not exceed the Contract Price.
COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 DISPOSAL AND DECOMMISSIONING Disposal should be done respecting the environment and local recycling rules. The dismantling of the device must be done by specialized companies. The device is built with recyclable materials.
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 ANNEX I: DISINFECTANTS AUTHORIZED IN SPAIN As a result of the health emergency, the Government of Spain declared a state of alarm in accordance with Royal Decree 463/2020, published on March 12, 2020, due to the spread of the pandemic generated by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus.
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Air conditioning Commercial name Surfaces Equipment Fabrics equipment and conducts LIMOSEPTIC SF TOTAL SHOCK SF TERMINAL FORTE SR BIOQUELL HPV-AQ Vaprox ® Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant Vaprox ® 59 Hydrogen Peroxide Sterilant...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Air conditioning Commercial name Surfaces Equipment Fabrics equipment and conducts SANYTOL KITCHEN DISINFECTANT NDP AIR TOTAL + GREEN VIRIBIOL PLUS National Registry of products for the disinfection of surfaces and air (environmental use)
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration a contact time of 15 s. Recommended safety period: 24 hours. • Air disinfection: Spraying or fogging with the product diluted in water with a contact time of 15 s.
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration SANOSIL S010 18-20/40/90- Hydrogen peroxide: 5%, -Professional • Contact disinfection for use: Surfaces and 09514 Silver: 0.00415%...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration size of the area to • Disinfection in air conditioning equipment be treated) and ducts: spraying or fogging of the pure product respecting contact times.
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration LIMOSEPTIC SF 12-20/40/90- Didecyldimethyl - Specialized 1% :4 pulses / • Contact disinfection: surfaces and 01927 ammonium chloride: professional envelopes (25 ml.)
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration not be used continuously by mechanical application with a dispenser. TERMINAL FORTE 17-20/40/90- Hydrogen peroxide: 9%, - Specialized Undiluted at the •...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Vaprox ® ES/MRF(NA)- Hydrogen peroxide: 35% - Specialized Undiluted • Disinfection of non-porous surfaces, Hydrogen 2019-02-00622-1- professional materials, equipment and furniture not used Peroxide Sterilant staff for direct contact with food or animal feed,...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration 49.7% (10.49% oxygen in water. Recommended safety period: 12 available) hours. -Specialized 10 gr product/ 1 l of •...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration • Disinfection of air conditioning equipment and ducts. In air conditioning equipment the mode of use will be only in a timely manner...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration TERMINAL FORTE 17-20/40/90- Hydrogen peroxide: 9%, - Specialized Undiluted at the rate • Contact disinfection: surfaces and 05739-HA Peracetic acid: 0.25%,...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration • Air disinfection: nebulization or thermonebulization with the product diluted in water. Safety period: 24 hours. • Disinfection of air conditioning ducts by...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration BIOQUELL HPV-AQ 17-20/40/90- Undiluted Hydrogen peroxide: - Specialized • Air disinfection: apply the pure product with 08737-HA...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration Didecyldimethyl characteristics and respecting contact times. Safety period of 3 ammonium chloride: requirements of hours. 6.93% each installation)
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 National Register of products for surface disinfection (clinical use) Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration SANOSIL S010 HC 987-DES Hydrogen peroxide: -Professional Undiluted at the rate •...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended application Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number procedure concentration Total Shock SF 613-DES Glutaraldehyde: 2,5% - Professional Undiluted at the rate • Contact disinfection: surfaces and...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Registro Nacional de productos para la desinfección de superficies y aérea (uso ambiental) Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number application procedure concentration SANYTOL MULTI- 12-20/40- Didecyldimethyl...
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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 1.0 DATE: 24/03/2022 CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC VERSION: 1 Manufacturer's Registration Manufacturer's recommended Commercial name Active Substance User recommended Number application procedure concentration Biphenyl-2-ol: 7%, Glutaraldehyde:4.25% National Register of products for the disinfection of surfaces in contact with food and feed (food industry)
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