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- Page 1 Ductless Fume Hoods AP Series (Shown with optional base)
- Page 2 Warranty: AirFiltronix provides a warranty to the original buyer for the repair or replacement of parts and reasonable labor as a result of normal and proper use of the equipment with compatible chemicals. Broken glassware and maintenance items, such as filters, gaskets, light bulbs, finishes and lubrication are not warranted.
- Page 3 AirFiltronix is held harmless with respect to user’s compliance with such regulations.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety ............................5 1.1. Personal safety ......................5 1.2. Equipment safety ......................6 Receiving and Installation ....................7 2.1. Unpacking and Inspection .................... 7 2.2. Location Requirements ....................9 2.3. Moving the Fume Hood ....................10 2.4. Installation ........................11 Installing the fume hood on an existing work surface ..........11 Installing the fume hood onto optional Base Stand. -
Page 5: Safety
The media of HEPA filters is fragile and should not be touched. Avoid puncturing either HEPA filter during installation or normal operation. If you suspect that a HEPA filter has been damaged, DO NOT use the product. Contact a local certification agency or AirFiltronix. -
Page 6: Equipment Safety
If you have any questions regarding certification agencies, or need assistance in locating one, contact AirFiltronix. Avoid the use of flammable gases or solvents in the product. Concentration of flammable or explosive gases or vapors must be kept below a safe limit. An open flame should NOT be used in the product. -
Page 7: Receiving And Installation
If the cabinet was damaged during the transportation, please file a claim directly with the freight carrier. AirFiltronix is not responsible for shipping damages. Do not discard the materials in which the cabinet was packed until all the components have been checked, installed and tested. - Page 8 The following items are packed in a box located underneath the work surface: Test report If any of the components listed for the cabinet are missing, or in the case that any of the components are damaged, contact AirFiltronix immediately for further instructions.
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Page 9: Location Requirements
2.2. Location Requirements The Ductless Fume Hood must be located as far as practicable from doors, fans, ventilation registers, other fume hoods and air-handling units that can adversely affect its airflow pattern. The room’s windows should be kept closed. The illustration below provides guidelines for the preferred location. -
Page 10: Moving The Fume Hood
2.3. Moving the Fume Hood Moving the fume hood while it is still on its shipping pallet should be done using a pallet jack. Caution: Do not attempt to tilt the cabinet onto a hand truck! After the cabinet has been placed on top of the stand it can be moved carefully by two persons. -
Page 11: Installation
2.4. Installation A. Installing the fume hood on an existing work surface Caution: The ductless fume hood cabinet weighs between 90-230 kg. The shipping pallet allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or floor jack. If you must lift the cabinet manually, at least 2 people are required, and guidelines for safety must be strictly followed. - Page 12 Warning Lift and support the weight of the cabinet only from the sides and back. Damage will occur if the cabinet is lifted from, or supported along the front edge. Warning Lifting the cabinet and placing it on top of the Base Stand must be performed with the proper equipment and by experienced and qualified personnel.
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Page 13: Electrical Requirements
2.5. Electrical Requirements The Ductless Fume Hood requires a single phase AC power. The following table provides the various Ductless Fume Hood models’ current requirements: Models 115VAC, 60Hz 230VAC, 50/60Hz 200T AP36 200T AP48 1.5 A The product is shipped with a power cable compatible with the requirements. -
Page 14: Product Description
3. Product Description 3.1. User Controls and Display: Figure 3-8 shows the cabinet’s display after power has been turned on. Chemical levels Fan On/Off Sockets On/Off Light On/Off Air velocity Figure 3-8 Main Display Screen User Controls: Main Power Main power switch Fan on/off Touch to turn the fan on or off Sockets on/off... - Page 15 Figure 3-9 shows the screen that appears when selecting the Settings icon in the Main Display. Figure 3-9 Main Settings Screen Touch one of the icons to proceed to the desired function or go back to the Main Display (by touching the left arrow).
- Page 16 Test Reminder: Figure 3-12 shows the Next Periodic Test screen. Figure 3-12 Next Periodic Test Screen Set the date on which a test reminder alarm will occur. Entering Screen Cleaning Mode: Figure 3-13 Locking the Screen When the hand icon is touched, the screen will “freeze” (i.e. not respond to further touching). This will make it possible to wipe the screen clean without interfering with any activity in progress.
- Page 17 Calibration: To calibrate the fume hood, go through the following steps, referring to the screens shown. 1. Select Calibration at the Settings screen. 2. Enter the password “4442”. Figure 3-14 Starting the Calibration Process The screen in Figure 3-15 will appear:...
- Page 18 Figure 3-15 Calibration Screen 3. Open the sash to 10 inches. 4. Hold an air velocity vane (anemometer) at the center of the sash opening, and at the sash’s plane. 5. Use the up/down arrows until you get an air velocity reading of 0.5 m/sec. 6.
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Page 19: Product's Side And Height Dimensions
Figure 3-16 Work Area Lighting Showing Airflow Fault 3.2. Product’s Side and Height Dimensions... -
Page 20: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4.1. Periodic Maintenance This cabinet requires very little maintenance for long, uninterrupted service. Following are the required maintenance operations: Weekly 1. Using 70% ethanol, or another disinfectant, disinfect the surface of the hood interior and the work surface. 2. -
Page 21: Filter Replacement
4.3. Filter Replacement Filter replacement is simple and involves the following steps: 1. Lift the front panel all the way up 2. Remove eight screws and set the cover aside 3. Release the screws that hold the filter in place 4. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
4.4. Troubleshooting The following table provides helpful information for some common problems. Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action Plug the hood into the appropriate electrical outlet. Unit not plugged into outlet Check connection to control box on the top Cabinet blower and of the hood. -
Page 23: Filters
5. Filters HEPA Filter Features: Specifications: • Tested to ensure certified • Efficiency: HEPA ULPA • Media type: Fiberglass performance • Reduces operation costs with lowest • Frame material – aluminum • Separator style – hot melt possible pressure drop from micro- •... - Page 24 Carbon Filter for Acids The Carbon Filter for Acid is a high activity extruded activated carbon produced using steam activation from top grades of coal. The Carbon Filter for Acid is chemically impregnated and thermally treated to enable the removal of acid gases in oxygen deficient atmospheres. The rigorous dispersion of the reactive chemical reagents enables the effective removal and retention of the contaminants while ensuring high adsorption capacity.
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