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Forma Scientific, Inc.
P.O. Box 649
Marietta, Ohio 45750
U.S.A.
_______________________________________
1184, 1185, 1186, 1194,
Biological Safety Cabinet
Class II, Type AB 3
Manual No. 7011186
Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in
damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel and poor freezer performance.
CAUTION! All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified
service personnel.
Telephone: (614) 373-4763
Telefax: (614) 373-4189
Models:
1195 and 1196
IMPORTANT!
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

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  • Page 1 P.O. Box 649 Marietta, Ohio 45750 U.S.A. Telephone: (614) 373-4763 Telefax: (614) 373-4189 _______________________________________ Models: 1184, 1185, 1186, 1194, 1195 and 1196 Biological Safety Cabinet Class II, Type AB 3 Manual No. 7011186 IMPORTANT! READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel and poor freezer performance.
  • Page 2 The material in this manual is for information purposes only. The contents and the product it describes are subject to change without notice. Forma Scientific Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall Forma Scientific Inc.
  • Page 3 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ General Safety Notes Used In This Manual This symbol alerts the user to important operating and/or maintenance instructions. It may be used alone or with other safety symbols. Read the accompanying text carefully. Potential electrical hazards. Only qualified persons should perform the instructions and procedures associated with this symbol.
  • Page 4 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - RECEIVING 1.1 Preliminary Inspection 1.2 Visible Loss or Damage 1.3 Concealed Loss or Damage 1.4 Responsibility for Shipping Damage 1.5 Unpacking List SECTION 2 - INTRODUCTION 2.1 Description 2.2 Theory of Operation 2.3 Airflow Diagram (Fig.
  • Page 6 7.1 Troubleshooting Guide SECTION 8 - MAINTENANCE 8.1 Checking the Static Pressure Gauge "Zero" 8.2 Re-zeroing the Static Pressure Gauge 8.3 Adjusting the Damper 8.4 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids Models 1184/1186 8.5 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids Models 1186/1196...
  • Page 7 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 9 - SPECIFICATIONS 9.1 Model 1184/1185 (4' Cabinet with sliding window) 9.2 Model 1186 (6' Cabinet with sliding window) 9.3 Model 1194/1195 (4' Cabinet with hinged window) 9.4 Model 1196 (6' Cabinet with hinged window) SECTION 10 - ACCESSORIES 10.1 Accessories (Chart)

  • Page 8: Section 1 - Receiving

    F.O.B. Destination shipments, Forma Scientific's and the carrier's responsibility ends when your Receiving Department personnel sign a free and clear delivery receipt. Whenever possible, Forma Scientific, Inc. will assist in settling claims for loss or in- transit damage. 1.5 Unpacking List The Installation/Operation manual is taped down to the interior work chamber of the cabinet.

  • Page 9: Section 2 - Introduction

    SECTION 2 - INTRODUCTION 2.1 Description The 1184/1186/1194/1196 Series is a Class II, Type A/B3 cabinet. The "Type A/B3" designation indicates two alternative uses of the cabinet. When vented directly into the laboratory room, the unit serves a "Type A" unit. When vented to the outside atmosphere, through an in- house exhaust system, it serves as a "Type B3"...

  • Page 10: Airflow Diagram (Fig. 2.0)

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 2.3 Airflow Diagram Figure 2-0...

  • Page 11: Section 3 - Installation

    All service valves are piped within the cabinet. External connection is to 3/8" FPT coupling. Identification index buttons are supplied. The cabinet will accommodate six service valves. The additional four service valves may be purchased from Forma Scientific, Inc. CAUTION! Explosive/flammable substances should never be used in the cabinet, unless...

  • Page 12: Exhaust Requirements

    The intermediate connection of the cabinet to any external exhaust system (in-house) can be done by using an exhaust transition which is available from Forma Scientific, Inc. The exhaust transition requires a minimum of 16-1/2" headroom from the top of the cabinet.

  • Page 13: Section 4 - Operation

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 4 – OPERATION 4.1 Control and Indicating Devices (Refer to Figures 4-0, 4-1 and 4-2 for proper identification.) Before operating the cabinet, it is recommended that the user(s) become familiar with the following items on the cabinet.

  • Page 14: Static Pressure Gauge (In. W.g.)

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ e. Static Pressure Gauge (In. W.G.) The static pressure gauge, located on the control panel, measures the air pressure differential across the filters providing an indication of filter "loading". As the filters become loaded, resistance increases and the reading on the static pressure gauge increases accordingly.

  • Page 15: Blower Motor/Lights Reset Button (15 Amp)

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ g. Blower Motor/Lights Reset Button (15 Amp) The Reset button (located on the left side of the control panel, directly below the Receptacle Reset button) is an inline circuit breaker for the internal blower motor and lighting. If an overload condition occurs, the circuit breaker will trip, and the button will protrude from the panel.

  • Page 16: Service Valves

    Identification index buttons are supplied. The cabinet will support a total of six service valves. Additional service valves may be purchased from Forma Scientific Inc. l. Exhaust Filter Guard The exhaust filter guard, located on top of the exhaust filter, protects the exhaust airflow and prevents the storing of objects on top of the housing.

  • Page 17: Cabinet Drawing

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 4.2 Overview of Cabinet Drawing Drawing #4.0...
  • Page 18 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 4.3 Overview of 1184/1185/1186 Control Panel Drawing #4.1...
  • Page 19 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 4.4 Overview of 1195/1195/1196 Control Panel Drawing #4.2...

  • Page 20: Section 5 - General Cautions

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 5 - GENERAL CAUTIONS 5.1 Caution Notes Following initial installation, the unit must be thoroughly tested and certified. All activities to be performed within the cabinet should be approved by a biological safety officer or other qualified individual.

  • Page 21: Important Label Location Drawing

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 5.2 Important Label Location Drawing...

  • Page 22: Section 6 - Cabinet Start-Up

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 6 - CABINET START-UP 6.1 General Recommendations Keep the movement in the room to a minimum when the cabinet is in use. Keep all laboratory doors closed to prevent drafts that may disturb critical airflow.

  • Page 23: Start-Up Procedure

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 6.4 Start-Up Procedure Turn the light switch ON. Check the intake and exhaust grilles to ensure they are not blocked. Turn the blower switch ON. Place everything needed into the cabinet. Place viewing window at 10" (sliding type).

  • Page 24: Section 7 - Troubleshooting

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 7 - TROUBLESHOOTING 7.1 Troubleshooting Guide The following is a guide to troubleshooting the system. If a contaminated area of the cabinet must be entered to determine and/or resolve the source of a particular problem, the cabinet must first be decontaminated.
  • Page 25 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ Problem 3: Fluorescent light malfunction Possible causes: a. Check lamp pins and socket ends for contact. b. Defective lamp. Problem 4: Loud screeching noise Possible causes: a. Bad bearings in motor blower unit. b. Blower scroll is rubbing against housing.

  • Page 26: Section 8 - Maintenance

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 8 - ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 8.1 Checking the Static Pressure Gauge "Zero" Note: In order to provide an accurate reading, the indicating needle of the static pressure gauge should be precisely at zero when the cabinet is shut off. If the cabinet is connected to a central exhaust system, the exhaust system must also be shut off.
  • Page 27 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ Layout test grids (refer to Sections 8.4 and 8.5). Start-up the cabinet and allow it to run for at least twenty minutes. Take airflow measurements. If airflow specifications are not sufficient, open the control panel and check the voltage on the power switch. Note: airflow measurements at the factory are recorded with the cabinet connected to a 115 volt power supply.
  • Page 28 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 8.4 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids (Models 1184/1185/1194/1195)

  • Page 29: Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids Models 1186/1196

    Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 8.5 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids (Models 1186/1196)
  • Page 30 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 9 - SPECIFICATIONS 9.1 Model – 1184 (4' Cabinet With Sliding Window) a. Construction Work Surface: Type 304 Stainless Steel, #4 Finish Cabinet: Cold Rolled Steel Finish: Antique White with Windsor Blue Trim Baked-on Powder Coat Epoxy Paint b.
  • Page 31 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 9.2 Model - 1185 (4' Cabinet With Sliding Window) a. Construction Work Surface: Type 304 Stainless Steel, #4 Finish Cabinet: Cold Rolled Steel Finish: Antique White with Windsor Blue Trim Baked-on Powder Coat Epoxy Paint b. Dimensions Exterior: 54"W x 64"H x 32.5"F-B...
  • Page 32 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 9.3 Model - 1186 (6' Cabinet With Sliding Window) a. Construction Work Surface: Type 304 Stainless Steel, #4 Finish Cabinet: Cold Rolled Steel Finish: Antique White with Windsor Blue Trim Baked-on Powder Coat Epoxy Paint b. Dimensions Exterior: 78"W x 64"H x 32.5"F-B...
  • Page 33 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 9.4 Model - 1194 (4' Cabinet With Hinged Window) a. Construction Work Surface: Type 304 Stainless Steel, #4 Finish Cabinet: Cold Rolled Steel Finish: Antique White with Windsor Blue Trim Baked-on Powder Coat Epoxy Paint b. Dimensions Exterior: 54"W x 64"H x 32.5"F-B...
  • Page 34 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 9.5 Model - 1195 (4' Cabinet With Hinged Window) a. Construction Work Surface: Type 304 Stainless Steel, #4 Finish Cabinet: Cold Rolled Steel Finish: Antique White with Windsor Blue Trim Baked-on Powder Coat Epoxy Paint b. Dimensions Exterior: 54"W x 64"H x 32.5"F-B...
  • Page 35 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 9.6 Model - 1196 (6' Cabinet With Hinged Window) a. Construction Work Surface: Type 304 Stainless Steel, #4 Finish Cabinet: Cold Rolled Steel Finish: Antique White with Windsor Blue Trim Baked-on Powder Coat Epoxy Paint b. Dimensions Exterior: 78"W x 64"H x 32.5"F-B...
  • Page 36 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 10 - ACCESSORIES 10-1...
  • Page 37 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 10-2...
  • Page 38 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 11 - PARTS LIST 11.1 Model 1184/1185 Stock # Description 191510 1184, 4' Sliding Window 156079 3/4 HP Blower Motor (1625 RPM) 170045 Capacitor, Motor 25MFD, 370V 190396 Motor Speed Control 225250 Ballast (Fluorescent Lighting) 225414 48"...
  • Page 39 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 11.2 Model 1186 - Replacement Parts Stock # Description 191511 1186, 6' Sliding Window 156039 3/4 HP Blower Motor (1050 RPM) 170039 Capacitor, Motor 15MFD, 370V 190396 Motor Speed Control 225250 Ballast (Fluorescent Lighting) 225418 72" Fluorescent Lamp (85W, 120V)
  • Page 40 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 11.3 Model 1194 - Replacement Parts Stock # Description 191530 1194, 4' Hinged Window 156079 3/4 HP Blower Motor (1625 RPM) 170045 Capacitor, Motor 25MFD, 370V 190396 Motor Speed Control 225250 Ballast (Fluorescent Lighting) 225414 48" Fluorescent Lamp (60W, 120V)
  • Page 41 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ 11.4 Model 1196 - Replacement Parts Stock # Description 191531 1196, 6' Sliding Window 156039 3/4 HP Blower Motor (1050 RPM) 170039 Capacitor, Motor 15MFD, 370V 190396 Motor Speed Control 230054 Circuit Breaker, 15A SP 430200...
  • Page 42 Forma Scientific, Inc. _____________________________________________________________________ SECTION 12 - SUPPLEMENTS 12-1...

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