Thermo Scientific 1300 Series Operating Manual

Thermo Scientific 1300 Series Operating Manual

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Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet
Operating Manual 7011355 Rev. 2

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  • Page 1 1300 Series A2 Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet Operating Manual 7011355 Rev. 2...
  • Page 2 This user’s manual provides instructions on how to use the 1300 Series A2 most effectively and safely. The 1300 Series offers a unique range of product features that will enhance your safety and improve overall operating efficiency.
  • Page 3 Thermo Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall Thermo Scientific be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual.
  • Page 4 EU Member State European Country, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them. Further information on Thermo Scientific’s compliance with this directive, the recyclers in your country and information on Thermo Scientific products will be available at www.thermo.com.
  • Page 5 We can also provide you with a quotation on our Extended Warranty for your Thermo Scientific products. Whatever Thermo Scientific products you need or use, we will be happy to discuss your applications. If you are experiencing technical problems, working together, we will help you locate the problem and, chances are, correct it yourself...over the telephone without a service...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Unit Disposal ......... . .4-8 Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 7 Data Log ........... . .8-1 Section 8 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 8: Description

    The optional, factory-installed UV light is installed in the ceiling at the front of the sample chamber. Two service valve access ports are located on each side panel. When installing service valves, remove the center of the port plugs at the perforations. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 9: Safety Systems

    HEPA filters to remove contaminants so that the samples are always surrounded by ultra-pure air. Harmful particles are not carried over the sample chamber (protection from cross-contamination). HEPA filters The downflow air within the chamber and the exhaust air are cleaned by HEPA filters. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 10 LEDs. As the unit ages with use, the colors change. Red-red is unacceptable and the unit should not be used. Any questions as to the safety of the unit should be resolved before use. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 11: Hepa Filters

    These grids prevent large items such as paper towels and tissues from entering the plenum where they may impair the function of the blowers or the filters. The grids can be easily removed for cleaning. Model 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 12: Control Panel

    • remaining time of the UV disinfection routine The keys turn functions on or off. Status indicators show: • window work position • airflow • reduced blower speed • Thermo Performance Factor Thermo Scientific Model 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 13: Use Of The Window

    Note The working and loading window positions are indicated on the user interface, as controlled by micro switches and displayed by status indicators on the control panel. ▲ Window 1300 SERIES A2 Max opening for loading samples Work position Closed position...
  • Page 14: Unit Interface

    Warning If a gas burner is to be operated in the sample chamber, an appropriate shut-off valve for the gas supply must be installed. Use only laboratory safe burners in the sample chamber. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 15: Chamber Lighting

    Service valve Figure 1-5. Interfaces Chamber Lighting Lighting for the sample chamber includes one fluorescent bulb for 4 foot units, and two bulbs for 6 foot. The bulb(s) are installed behind the light canopy. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 16: Uv Lights

    To attach the armrests, insert into the first perforated track of the work tray. Warning Work safety is assured only if the armrests are used correctly! ▲ Work tray Perforation track Width Armrest Separation Depth distance Perforation Armrest track Figure 1-7. Work tray Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 18: Installation

    The inlet air and exhaust air openings of the room ventilation must be located so that drafts do not impair the function of the bio-safety cabinet air system. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 19: Optional Exhaust Transition

    Exhaust opening 3. Apply sealant onto the contact Threaded surfaces. inserts 4. Secure the accessory by tightening the supplied retaining screws (M 5) wrench-tight. 5. Remove any excess sealant. Figure 2-1. 4 ft Thimble Model 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 20 Apply sealant to the cover, place the Pipe cover onto the connecting Sleeve opening at the housing and secure it with the screws. Cover Sleeve Opening Figure 2-2. 6 ft Thimble and Sleeve Thermo Scientific Model 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 21: Moving The Unit

    Warning The weight of the window is balanced by the counterweight on the back of the cabinet. Do not move the unit unless the counterweight has been locked in place with the thumbscrews (see Figure 3-2). ▲ Figure 2-1. Lift points 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 22: Service Valve Connections

    7. Secure the service valve to the side panel using the nut. 8. Establish the connection to the supply line using a union nut. Note If a service valve is removed, the service valve port plug should be re- installed. ▲ Thermo Scientific Model 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 23 Section 2 Installation Valve Connections (continued) Service valve Service valve port plugs Service valve Threaded Gasket pipe Bezel Union Gasket Washer Figure 2-4. Valve Assembly and Installation Model 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 24: Start-Up

    4. Place the safety cabinet onto the stand so that the Allen screws are routed through the holes of the keyhole tabs. 5. Slide the cabinet frame to the keyhole stop (Figure 3-1). 6. Tighten the four Allen screws. 7. Level the cabinet (instructions follow in this section). Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 25 Start-Up Assemble the Stand (continued) Screw with flatwasher Retaining Side Side Crossmember Crossmembers Screws Back Back View Detail Cabinet Screws and flatwashers Stand Keyhole Screw with flatwasher Keyhole Keyhole stop Keyhole Figure 3-1. Stand Assembly 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 26: Unlock Counterweight

    Check from right to left, and from back to front. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 27: Power Connection

    On connection to the power source, place the window at the working position and wait until all lights on the display are green. The cabinet is now ready for operation and can be operated using the control panel. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 28: Installation Tests

    Caution The initial operation with subsequent installation test does not include any decontamination measures. The sample chamber and any accessories required must be disinfected and cleaned in accordance with the hygiene guidelines set forth for the desired application. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 29: Locating A Certifier

    PO Box 130140 789 N. Dixboro Rd Ann Arbor, MI 48113-0140 Telephone (734) 769-8010 Or (800) NSF-MARK Fax (734) 769-0109 http://www.nsf.org/Certified/Biohazard-Certifier IAFCA PO Box 12155 Columbus, OH 43212 Telephone (888) 679-1904 Fax (614) 486-1108 http://www.iafca.com/certifier.html 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 30 Telephone (919) 787-5181 Fax (919) 787-4916 http://www.cetainternational.org/members/corp_indiv.htm Note Unless certification was expressly called for in the specification, quotes and/or purchase order, the cost for this on-site testing is to be paid for by the customer. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 32: Operation

    • with UV light (optional) timer on, the remaining disinfection time. Press the Hours/Velocities key to switch between the operating hours, and the downflow and exhaust air velocities in safe work mode (with window in the open, safe operating work position). Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 33: Unit Start-Up

    The side guide rails have markings that define the lower edge of the front window. These markings can be used as an additional orientation aid. 3. Wait until the green LED “airflow is steady” illuminates. 4. The unit is ready for operation. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 34 LED “airflow reduced” are lighted. The sample chamber illumination is enabled. The internal power supply in the sample chamber is enabled. The red LED “airflow not steady” and the blue LED “internal power supply activated” are lighted. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 35: Operating Modes

    ▲ 4. Load the work tray with samples. 5. For work breaks or for extended experimental phases without manual intervention, switch the device to standby mode by closing the window. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 36: Error Messages

    • Do not place accessories into the sample chamber that cause air turbulence or emit excessive heat. • Do not block air circulation at the ventilation slots of the work tray. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 37 After completing a procedure, 1. Remove samples from the sample chamber and store them properly. 2. Clean and disinfect the sample chamber surfaces, including the work tray and the drain pan. 3. Clean and disinfect all accessories. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 38: Procedure Interrupt

    Warning As this unit can be used for processing and treating infectious substances, it must be decontaminated prior to disposal, in accordance with acceptable standards and procedures. Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 40: Cleaning / Decontamination

    When using a disinfectant with an alcohol content of more than 70 %, the release limit of 200 g (7 oz) within 2 hours must not be exceeded. Also appropriate are disinfectants based on quaternary ammonium compounds. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 41: Pre-Disinfection

    Final Disinfection 1. Spray disinfectant on all chamber surfaces again, or wipe the surfaces clean with disinfectant. 2. Allow disinfectant to remain as recommended by the manufacturer of the disinfectant. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 42: Uv Disinfection After Wipe/Spray Disinfection

    30 minutes. 5. To save the value, press the UV key. The display shows the operating hours again. Note The UV disinfection time is adjustable from 0:00 (disabled) to 24:00 hours. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 43: Disinfection With Formaldehyde

    4. Remove the cleaning liquid from the drain pan and dry the surfaces thoroughly. Note After cleaning, make sure that all cleaning product has been removed completely from the drain pan. ▲ 5. Re-install the work tray. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 44: Clean The Paper Catch Grid

    Caution Do not operate the unit without the paper catch grids installed! ▲ Retaining Grid section Grid section Inner back wall Retaining Figure 5-1. Protective Paper Catch Grid Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 46: Maintenance

    Warning The diffuser plate on the chamber ceiling serves as protection for the downflow filter and prevents refluxing of downflow air. When scanning the filter surface for a leak test, the perforated plate must be removed. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 47: Service

    The UV bulb is installed in rotating sockets. To remove, rotate the bulb counterclockwise to disengage the latch and remove it from the sockets. 4. To install, slide the bulb contact pins into the rotating socket grooves and rotate the bulb clockwise to latch the sockets. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 48: Replacements And Repairs

    Warning As this unit can be used for processing and treating infectious substances, it may become contaminated. Prior to disposal, the entire unit with filters must be decontaminated in accordance with acceptable standards and procedures. ▲ Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 50: Specifications

    / in 23 / 0.91 Distance lower edge mm / in 150 / 5.91 Distance from back panel First access port mm / in 150 / 5.91 Second access port mm / in 250 / 9.84 Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 51 °K < 2 < 2 Ergonomics Noise level* dB(A) 63, ±2 65, ±2 *The noise level was determined in accordance with NSF/ANSI 49. 2004. The measurement uncertainty is within a range of ± 2 dB. 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 52 Power input maximum 1130 / 1700 1440 / 2000 Protection Protection class Protection type IP 20 Overvoltage category (IEC 61010-1, UL61010-1) Contamination degree (IEC 61010-1, UL61010-1) Connecting lines Mains connection Power Cord (3.7 m / 12.1 ft) Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 53 93 / 3.66 Exhaust air Width mm / in 610 / 24.02 915 / 36.02 Depth mm / in 457 / 17.99 457 / 17.99 Height mm / in 117 / 4.61 117 / 4.61 1300 Series A2 Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 54 Device type: Part number: Serial number: Service number: Location: Operator's note: Technician / Company Notes Date Signature Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2...
  • Page 56 Thermo Scientific Controlled Environment Equipment 401 Millcreek Road Marietta, Ohio 45750 United States www.thermo.com...

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