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Forma Scientific, Inc.
P.O. Box 649
Marietta, Ohio 45750
U.S.A.
Telephone: (740) 373-4763
________________________________________
1184, 1185, 1186, 1188,
1190, 1194, 1195 and
Biological Safety Cabinet
Class II, Type AB
Manual No: 7021186
Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in
damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel and poor equipment performance.
Caution: All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by
qualified service personnel.
Telefax: (740) 373-4189
Models:
1196
3
Rev. 1
Read This Instruction Manual
Refer to the serial tag on the
rear cover of this manual

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  • Page 1 P.O. Box 649 Marietta, Ohio 45750 U.S.A. Telephone: (740) 373-4763 Telefax: (740) 373-4189 ________________________________________ Models: 1184, 1185, 1186, 1188, 1190, 1194, 1195 and 1196 Biological Safety Cabinet Class II, Type AB Manual No: 7021186 Rev. 1 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 equipment 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.____________________________________________________Safety General Safety Notes used in this Manual Alerts the user to important operating and/or maintenance instructions. 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.____________________________________________________Safety...
  • Page 5 Forma Scientific, Inc.____________________________________________Contents Table of Contents Section 1 - Receiving 1.1 Preliminary Inspection 1.2 Visible Loss or Damage 1.3 Responsibility for Shipping Damage 1.4 Unpacking List Section 2 - Introduction 2.1 Description 2.2 Theory of Operation 2.3 Airflow Diagram (Fig. 2.0) Section 3 - Installation 3.1 Location...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    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 1184/1185, 1188, 1190, and 1194/1195 8.5 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids, Models 1186/1196...
  • Page 7 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) Section 11 - Parts List and Assembly Details 11.1 Model 1184 11.2 Model 1185 11.3 Model 1186 11.4 Model 1188 11.5 Model 1190 11.6 Model 1194...
  • Page 8 On 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. 1.4 Unpacking List Included with the Installation/Operation manual are four index buttons.
  • Page 9 Section 2 - Introduction 2.1 Description The 1184/1186/1188/1190/1194/1196 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 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Introduction 2.3 Airflow Diagram Figure 2-1...
  • Page 11 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 approved and monitored by a biological safety officer or other qualified individual.
  • Page 12 External Exhaust System (For Class II Type B3 Only) The intermediate connection of the cabinet to any external exhaust system (in-house) can be accomplished using an exhaust transition available from Forma Scientific, Inc. The exhaust transition requires a minimum of 16-1/2" headroom from the top of the cabinet.
  • Page 13 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation Section 4 – Operation Blower Housing w/Boot Assembly Filter 4.1 Control and Indicating Guard Devices (Refer To Figures 4-1 HEPA and 4-2) Filter Exhaust Damper Before operating the Assembly Static Pressure cabinet become familiar with the Gauge...
  • Page 14 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation d. Alarm By-Pass Switch (Sliding Window Models Only) The Alarm By-Pass switch silences the audible Window Above 10 Inch alarm for five minutes. The red visual indicator remains illuminated. The alarm rings-back to remind the operator that the window is still open more than 10 inches.
  • Page 15 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation Figure 4-3 Component locations on the printed circuit control board 1. Measuring Blower Motor Voltage Both blower motor voltage and line voltage are measured at the three terminal connectors at the top of the circuit board. Refer to Figure 4-4.
  • Page 16 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation h. Receptacle Reset Button (15 Amp) The receptacle reset button (located directly above the Blower Motor/Lights Reset Button) is an inline circuit breaker for the receptacles only. If an overload occurs the circuit breaker will trip, and the button will protrude from the panel. Depressing the button resets the circuit breaker.
  • Page 17 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation m. Hinged Window Assembly The hinged window assembly allows the operator to raise the glass window to place items within the work area. CAUTION! When work is being performed in the cabinet, the hinged window must be closed to avoid contamination to product and personnel.
  • Page 18 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation Section 4.2 - Overview of 1184/1186 Control Panel Figure 4.5...
  • Page 19 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Operation Section 4.3 – Overview of 1194/1196 Control Panel Figure 4.6...

  • Page 21: Section 5 - General Cautions

    Forma Scientific, Inc.____________________________________________General Cautions 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 22: Important Label Location Drawing

    Forma Scientific, Inc.____________________________________________General Cautions 5.2 - Important Label Location Drawing...

  • Page 23: Section 6 - Cabinet Start-Up

    Forma Scientific, Inc.____________________________________________________Start-up 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 air flow.

  • Page 24: Start-Up Procedure

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

  • Page 25: Section 7 - Troubleshooting

    Forma Scientific, Inc._______________________________________________Troubleshooting 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 26 Forma Scientific, Inc._______________________________________________Troubleshooting 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 27: Section 8 - Maintenance

    Forma Scientific, Inc.__________________________________________________Maintenance Section 8 - Routine Maintenance CAUTION Contains Parts and Assemblies Susceptible to Damage by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) 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.
  • Page 28 Forma Scientific, Inc.__________________________________________________Maintenance 1. Layout test grids (refer to Sections 8.4 and 8.5). 2. Start-up the cabinet and allow it to run for at least twenty minutes. 3. Take airflow measurements. If airflow specifications are not sufficient, open the control panel and check the voltage on the power switch.

  • Page 29: Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids, Models 1184/1185

    Forma Scientific, Inc.__________________________________________________Maintenance 8.4 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids (Models 1184, 1185, 1188, 1194, and 1195)
  • Page 30 Forma Scientific, Inc.__________________________________________________Maintenance 8.5 Biological Safety Cabinet Test Grids (Models 1186, 1190, 1195, and 1196)
  • Page 31 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________________Specifications Section 9 – Specifications 9.1 Models - 1184 and 1188 (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 32 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________________Specifications 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 33 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________________Specifications 9.3 Models - 1186 and 1190 (6' Cabinet With Sliding Window) a. ConstructionWork 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 34 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________________Specifications 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 35 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________________Specifications 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 36 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Accessories 9.6 Model - 1196 (6' Cabinet With Hinged Window) a. ConstructionWork 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 Interior: 73"W x 28.33"H x 22.25"F-B...
  • Page 37 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Accessories Section 10 - Accessories 10-2...
  • Page 38 Forma Scientific, Inc.___________________________________________________Accessories 10-3...
  • Page 39 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details Section 11 - Parts List and Assembly Details 11.1 Model 1184 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...
  • Page 40 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.2 Model 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" Fluorescent Lamp (60W, 120V)
  • Page 41 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.3 Models 1186 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 42 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.4 Model 1188 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" Fluorescent Lamp (60W, 120V)
  • Page 43 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.5 Models 1190 Stock # Description 191511 1186, 6' Sliding Window 156079 3/4 HP Blower Motor, 1625 170039 Run Capacitor, Motor 25MF, 370V 190396 Motor Speed Control 225250 Ballast (Fluorescent Lighting) 225418 72" Fluorescent Lamp (85W, 120V)
  • Page 44 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.6 Model 1194 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 45 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.7 Model 1195 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 46 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.8 Model 1196 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 Line Cord Assembly, 15A, 120V, Hospital Grade...
  • Page 47 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details 11.9 Assembly Details Refer to Figures 11-1 through 11-6 on the following pages. 11-9...
  • Page 48 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details Figure 11-2 Blower Motor Assembly Figure 11-3 Left Receptacle Assembly Figure 11-4 Right Receptacle Assembly 11-10...
  • Page 49 Forma Scientific, Inc._________________________________________Parts/Assembly Details Figure 11-5 U.V. Light Receptacle Assembly Figure 11-6 Pass-thru and Internal Connections 11-11...
  • Page 50 Forma Scientific, Inc.____________________________________________________Schematics Section 12 - Schematics 12-1...

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