Germfree’s line of Cleanroom Pass-Through Boxes are designed to facilitate the safe transfer of materials between work areas within a cleanroom. Sealed pass-through boxes maintain complete environmental separation between work areas. The pass- through air eliminates cross contamination between work areas during both material ingress and egress.
UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual UP-Series Overview All UP-Series pass-through boxes are constructed of stainless steel and feature an interlocking double door system. HEPA Purge pass-throughs add an extra level of protection by filtering the air within the chamber to an ISO-7 state before allowing materials to be withdrawn from the unit.
UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual HEPA Filters HEPA filters are rated at 99.99% efficiency at 0.3μm particle size (the filter is more efficient for larger or smaller particles). Filters are sealed into the Pass-Through Chamber with stainless steel frames and EPDM gaskets.
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UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual Window Each pass-through is equipped with tempered glass viewing windows on each door of the chamber. Additional windows are provided on the embed, allowing a clear line of sight into the adjoining room. Stainless Steel The pass-through is constructed of all welded 12-to-16-gauge type 304 Stainless Steel with interior coved corners and radiused bends.
Connect the external power supply wire to the power supply on the electrical panel with a connector that meets current code. Germfree provides three wires, black, green and white matching US wire colors With wiring connected and secure, the electrical...
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The unit can be installed into a wall without any wiring required. 2. Verify the cut-out size for the placement in your wall based on Germfree architectural specs. 3. Verify the location of your power source (top or bottom plug-in).
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UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual When securing the inner frame to the assembly and wall, use the appropriate length bolts (dependent upon the thickness of the wall) and secure the twenty-six (26) ¼-20 bolts with washer and lock washers. Install the finish frame with the VHB tape applied to the inner frame edges' face.
When indicator light is green, remove materials from opposite side of the pass-through Close and latch door A video showing the operating procedures of Germfree’s Pass Through can be found on our website. https://www.germfree.com/insights/operating-the-up-series/ *Please refer to your facility SOPs for proper placement technique of the materials within the pass-through.
Reference your facility in SOPs Example cleaning procedures can be found here but must be modified by the end user for your specific process : https://www.germfree.com/insights/cleaning-the-up- series/ Rinse work area with fresh water if bleach is used Discretionary / Specified in SOPs...
UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual Filter Care HEPA filter media is very fragile and is easily damaged. Care should be taken during the cleaning of the equipment to avoid wetting the HEPA filters. If a HEPA filter becomes wet, it should not be assumed that it has been damaged. Simply turn off the unit and allow sufficient time for the filter media to dry.
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UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual 11. Lower the frame as far as possible without applying force, then pull the HEPA filter off and slide it out. 12. Place the HEPA in a disposable bag. Wipe the outside of the bag with approved cleaning solution and place inside a second sealable bag, wipe bag down with cleaning solution.
UP-Series Cleanroom Pass-Through User Manual Troubleshooting This section is to be used as a general guideline. An independent certification agency or a qualified technician specializing in repairs and testing of this type of equipment must perform any maintenance or repairs that need to be made. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action...
WARRANTY. GERMFREE makes no other express or implied warranty for this product. In the event that the exclusion of any implied warranty is ineffective under the law, the duration of the implied warranty will be one year from the purchase date.
User Manual Quality Statement Our Company Accountability Germfree has been a leading innovator in aseptic control and We will deliver our products on time, as promised, and free isolation systems since 1962. from defects. We design and manufacture a diverse range of equipment and facilities for life science applications.
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