29 cu. ft. capacity environmental chamber (27 pages)
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Models: 1200 Series* 4 foot and 6 foot Biological Safety Cabinets Class II, Type A Operating and Maintenance Manual Manual No: 7011200 Rev. 6 *Refer to listing of all models on Page i.
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Model 1200 Series ___________________________________________________________________________ Read This Instruction Manual. 4-Foot Models Model No. Window Style Electrical Data Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in 1200 Slide 115V, 60Hz this manual may result in damage to the unit, injury to operat- ing personnel, and poor equipment performance.
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Model 1200 Series ___________________________________________________________________________ Alerts the user to important operating and/or maintenance instructions. May be used alone or with other safety sym- bols. Read the accompanying text carefully. Potential electrical hazards. Only qualified persons should perform the instructions and procedures associated with this symbol.
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Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Installation 1.5 Exhaust System Connections Section 1 - Installation (Refer to illustrations at the end of this section) a. Canopy (thimble) Connection Per NSF Standard, NSF 49-1992, Page E2: 1.1 Location “When a canopy (thimble) is used, the opening in the...
Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Installation c. Duct Connection The connection at the duct measures 8” in diameter. d. Optional Thermo Forma Exhaust Transitions With Damper Order Number Thimble 191478 Airtight 191478 e. Nominal Exhaust Requirements - 4 foot models Nominal 258 CFM Direct Method...
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Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Installation Figure 1-1 Model 1200 Front View 1 - 3...
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Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Installation Figure 1-2 Model 1200 Side View 1 - 4...
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Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Installation Figure 1-3 Model 1214 Front View 1 - 5...
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Model 1200 Series ______________________________________________________________________________Installation Figure 1-4 Model 1214 Side View 1 - 6...
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Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Installation Figure 1-5 1 - 7...
Model 1200 Series ___________________________________________________________________Operation 2.4 Start-Up Section 2 - Operation 1. Turn on the lights. 2.1 General Recommendations On cabinets equipped with ultra violet lights, the • Keep the activity in the room to a minimum when the cabi- lights must be turned off when working in the net is in use.
Model 1200 Series ___________________________________________________________________Operation 2.6 Control and Indicating Devices • Reset Button - The Reset button is an in-line circuit break- er. If an overload condition occurs, the circuit breaker trips (Refer to the illustrations at the end of Section 1) and the button protrudes from the panel.
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Model 1200 Series ___________________________________________________________________Operation • Alarm By-Pass Switch - For loading and unloading the work area, an alarm by-pass switch is located in the light canopy which de-activates the alarm for about 5 minutes. This by-pass is for operator convenience only and must not be used when working inside the unit.
Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________Routine Maintenance Section 3 - Certification Testing Procedures Section 4 - Routine Maintenance A list of certification companies is included on the Thermo Forma website, or call the Services deparment. See Page iii. 4.1 Checking the Static Pressure Gauge “Zero”...
Model 1200 Series _________________________________________________________________________Service Section 5 - Service 5.3 Adjusting the Damper Since the HEPA filter resistance may vary considerably from filter to filter (even filters of the same size), a damper has Service to the unit must be performed by qualified been installed in the cabinet exhaust system for maintaining personnel.
Model 1200 Series _________________________________________________________________Troubleshooting 5.5 Replacing the Blower Speed Control Section 6 - Troubleshooting Turn the unit off and unplug it before continuing. 6.1 Troubleshooting Guide The blower speed control may be replaced without decont- Before service is to be performed on the cabinet, aminating the cabinet.
Model 1200 Series ___________________________________________________________________Specifications Section 7 - Specifications All Model 1200 Series units use a 3/4 HP motor. Model 1205 Model 1200 Console Size/Window 6 foot/Sliding Console Size/Window 4 foot/Sliding Work Area Dimensions 70.5”W x 25.3”H x 25.0”F-B Work Area Dimensions 46.5”W x 25.3”H x 25.0”F-B...
Model 1200 Series _____________________________________________________________________Spare Parts Section 8 - Spare Parts *Filter Pressure Drop Conversion Stock # Description 230182 Fuse, 7A 250V Time Delay Pressure drop across a HEPA filter is linear, which allows 105051 Glass, Clear Laminated Safety, accurate prediction of the pressure drop at various CFM, for 4-foot sliding window if given a starting value.
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Locating a Certification Company Biological safety cabinet certification consists of a series of tests designed to verify that the cabinet is performing within operating parameters established by the manufacturer. To assure that a biological safety cabinet is operating as intended, each cabinet should be field-tested at the time of installation and at least annually thereafter.
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