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This manual contains the information required to ensure optimum operation of the AIRONE X range of Ducted Fume Cupboards. It is recommended that service and maintenance operations should only be undertaken by SAFELAB Service Engineers or their authorised agents. Details of Service Contracts, along with information on these and other products is available on request...
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION Air is drawn into the cupboard at the working aperture A below the sliding sash and the air bypass grille H in the upper fascia panel at a velocity high enough to ensure entrainment of any fumes, odours or contaminants given off by the processes carried out within the cupboard.
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Your Airone X fume cupboard should be assembled and sited by specialists using the correct handling equipment. Please contact Safelab systems for assistance in this matter. Space for free air circulation must be provided around the Airone X Filtration Fume Cupboard (see page 6 for a guide to siting the cupboard).
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INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) GUIDE TO POSITIONING LOCATIONS FOR THE AIRONE R FUME CUPBOARD DOCUMENT N°: M17 ISSUE NO: 08 25/04/2018...
SPECIFICATION Definition: The SAFELAB Airone X Ducted Fume Cupboards are designed for the protection of operators from gaseous or particulates contaminants produced within the unit. Application: Whenever the operator needs to be protected from gaseous or particulate contaminants. Construction: Aluminium extrusions and mild steel sheet painted in epoxy powder coat, Light Grey RAL-7035 and White RAL-9016.
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SPECIFICATION (CONTINUED) Weight: 1000X 84 Kg 1200X 100 Kg 1500X 120 Kg 1800X 140 Kg Dimensions (in millimetres): Width x Depth x Height: 1000X External = 1000 x 760 x 1300 Internal = 950 x 550 x 1050 1200X External = 1200 x 760 x 1300 Internal = 1150 x 550 x 1050 1500X External = 1500 x 760 x 1300...
SPECIFICATION DIAGRAM Fascia panel. Rear baffle. Air bypass grille. Upper baffle. Extract fan switch. 10) Stainless steel front sill. Vertical laminated glass sliding sash. 11) Fluorescent light. Green illuminated ON/OFF light switch. 12) Work tray. Low airflow alarm. 13) Extract duct socket. Airflow sensor.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (ENSURE THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN TO THE MAINS ELECTRICAL SUPPLY) Switch on at the mains socket (note: once commissioned, the unit should be left connected to a live mains socket) and use the green ON/OFF switch 5 on the cupboard to switch on the integral fluorescent light.
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CALIBRATION (SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN BY A SUITABLY/COMPENTENT QUALIFIED PERSON) Switch off cupboard at mains socket. Press and hold the Mute Button on the Low Airflow Alarm control panel whilst getting an assistant to switch the unit on at the mains socket. When an audible beep is heard, release the Mute Button.
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Operational Safety Log-Book are suitable for keeping these records. Refer to page 14 for face velocity checking procedures. Safelab Systems offer Service Contracts for regular servicing of all Airone Fume Cupboards. Please contact our Service Department for details: Email - service@safelab.co.uk...
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MAINTENANCE AND PERFORMANCE MONITORING (CONTINUED): INSTRUCTIONS FACE VELOCITY MEASUREMENTS (Record results on record form - page 15) PROCEDURE: Imagine the face of the fume cupboard divided into nine cells. Stand as far as practicable from the fume cupboard with sensing head in the plane of the sash and take airflow readings at approximately the centres of each of the nine cells.
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MAINTENANCE AND PERFORMANCE MONITORING (CONTINUED): SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN BY A SUITABLY COMPETENT AND QUALIFIED PERSON) We recommend that a service programme be arranged with Safelab Systems ltd. Regular maintenance by our qualified personnel will ensure safe running of your equipment and also ensure that you meet your requirements under COSHH regulation 9.
CLEANING The materials used to construct the Airone X Fume Cupboard have been selected to give maximum durability and a long life. It is beneficial however to regularly clean and decontaminate the internal and external surfaces. It is recommended that the fan is left running during any cleaning procedure and that suitable protective clothing (face-mask, gloves and safety glasses) is worn.