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Filtered Fume Hoods
Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408
Echo™
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Labconco Corporation
8811 Prospect Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64132-2696
800-821-5525, 816-333-8811
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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide Protector Echo™ ® Filtered Fume Hoods Labconco Corporation 8811 Prospect Avenue Kansas City, MO 64132-2696 800-821-5525, 816-333-8811 FAX 816-363-0130 E-MAIL labconco@labconco.com HOME PAGE www.labconco.com Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Sealing the Protector Echo Hood to the Work Surface Setting up the Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Hood Commissioning the Filtration Technology Re-Configuration Process Certifying the Protector Echo Filtered Fume Hood CHAPTER 3: PROTECTOR ECHO DIMENSIONS Protector Echo Benchtop Filtered Fume Hoods Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Fume Hoods...

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Introduction

    (U.S. Patent No. 6,461,233) fully featured, containment-enhancing fume hood design with Neutrodine (by Erlab) filtration technology to deliver a multi-use ductless fume hood. The Protector Echo Filtered Fume Hood meets the definition of SEFA 9 DH3 ductless hoods because of its sensor package, backup filters, and communication.

  • Page 4: Model Number Configurator

    Model Number Configurator Example: Product Line Family Configuration Width Depth Airfoil Sash System Electrical Accessories Fume Hood Filtered Hood BT None 37.7" BT & FM 1 Eco-Foil Cable 115V None BT Sides 43.7" FM Flush Chain BT only 230V 2 Fixtures BT 360 55.7"...

  • Page 5: Chapter 2: Getting Started

    HAPTER ETTING TARTED Now that the site for your filtered fume hood is properly prepared, you are ready to unpack, inspect, install, and certify your unit. Read this chapter to learn how to:  Unpack and move your Protector Echo Hood. ...

  • Page 6: Unpacking Your Fume Hood

    IF YOUR HOOD WAS DAMAGED IN TRANSIT, YOU MUST  FILE A CLAIM DIRECTLY WITH THE FREIGHT CARRIER. LABCONCO CORPORATION AND ITS DEALERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING DAMAGES. Do not discard the shipping skid, fan boxes, harnesses, or packing material for your filtered fume hood until you have checked all of the components and installed and tested the unit.

  • Page 7: Sash Weight Release

    Sash Weight Release To protect the fume hood from damage in shipment, the sash weight has been secured to the back of the fume hood with screws. Simply remove the screws and make sure the sash cables or chains are on the pulleys or sprockets before operation of the sash.

  • Page 8: Connecting The Electrical Supply Source To The Protector Echo Hood

    The work surface should be smooth and durable, such as a chemically-resistant epoxy resin. The surface should be nonporous and resistant to the acids, solvents, and chemicals used in conjunction with the Protector Echo Filtered Fume Hood. The work surface should also contain a dished recessed area for containing primary spills.
  • Page 9 AVERTISSEMENT : Le système d’alimentation électrique de la Hotte Protecteur doit inclure la protection contre la surcharge. Un commutateur ou disjoncteur doit être tout près de l'équipement et à portée facile de l'opérateur. Le commutateur ou le disjoncteur doit être marqué comme l'appareil débranchant pour l'équipement. ®...
  • Page 10 Internal Junction Boxes located on top, one on each side. Figure 2-2 All wiring for the filtered fume hood SHOULD be performed by a licensed electrician and conform to all local codes. In most cases, the hood will require the use of shielded conduit to protect the wiring into the hood.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Service Lines To The Protector Echo Hood

    Contact Labconco Customer Service for oxygen fixture information. PRUDENCE : Ne pas utiliser de l'oxygène avec l'accessoire de service standard. Contacter le Service Clientèle de Labconco pour les informations d'accessoire d'oxygène. Should access to the filtered hood plumbing fixture bodies be required, remove the service access plate on the hood front corner posts by loosening their individual screws.

  • Page 12: Sealing The Protector Echo Hood To The Work Surface

    CAUTION: Natural gas should be used only in the service fixture that has been pre-plumbed with brass tubing. Sulfur content of the gas could cause deterioration of standard copper supply lines. PRUDENCE : Le gaz naturel devrait être seulement utilisé dans l'accessoire de service qui a été...
  • Page 13 Step 1 – Confirm order and check supplies. 1. Confirm the order. Make sure you have the correct number of fans for the hood size either:  M2 (2 column filtration) 4ft Protector Echo  M3 (3 column filtration) 5ft Protector Echo ...
  • Page 14 Step 3 – Unpack all the filters. Unpack all of the Neutrodine filters for the hood you are commissioning. The Neutrodine filters are shipped separately from the filter manufacturer to your job site. Remove all packing material, lay them flat and stack them out of the way of the front of the superstructure but near it.
  • Page 15 Sampling Tubing Primary Filter Light Gutter Step 5 – Check pre-filter and place primary filter on light box. With the pre-filter in place now you are ready to put up your first Neutrodine filter. Put the first filter on top of the light box putting the RFID tag end of the filter facing out towards the front of the superstructure.
  • Page 16 Step 6 – Unpack fans and stack on top of primary filters. Now place the fan that you removed from the packaging and place on top of the Neutrodine filter. Make sure the fan motor is up as shown below. Fans Secondary Wiring...
  • Page 17 Step 7 – Place the secondary filter on fan box. Put the secondary filter on top of the fan box putting the RFID tag end of the filters facing out towards the front of the superstructure. Follow the stickers for up and down positions that are on the filters.
  • Page 18 Switches Dip Switch Legend per fan position Sampling Tubing Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 16 of 54...
  • Page 19 Step 10 – Install the light wires. Now install the light wires connecting all the lights together. The sequence is top left to bottom right. Then top left to bottom right until all the lights are connected. The notched groove on the connector is always to the top. Notched groove to top...
  • Page 20 Step 11 – Install fan wires. Connect the fans with fan wires. Start with the fan farthest to the left. Put the wire into the right slot on the fan circuit board to the left side of the fan box to the right. The v-notched groove on the connector is always to the right.
  • Page 21 Step 12 – Install air sampling tubing. Slide the air sampling tubing onto fan #1. Put the small “t” onto the fan box and run the other end over to the right to fan box #2. Make sure the tubing is securely connected to each fan box. Repeat the step until all fan boxes are connected together by the tubing.
  • Page 22 First put the rubber insulator on the cord set then attach the wires following the sequence below depending on your model: The sequence is: Black to Brown/Black Green to Yellow/Green White to Blue/White Brown or Black Black Yellow/Green Green Blue or White White Push each wire all the way into their slot and tighten the set screws.
  • Page 23 If after a Reconfigure there is still a problem, check all of your connections to be sure they are properly seated. Then unplug the controller to reboot it. If it still gives an error after this, call Labconco Product Service. Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408...

  • Page 24: Re-Configuration Process

    Example of Protector Echo Filtered Fume Hood Settings Sheet Labconco Fan set points are based on ASHRAE 110 testing results conducted at Labconco. Fan Set point Dflt 2850 rpm Fan Set point Min 1500 rpm Variable Volume, 2850 rpm Constant Volume Semicon/Solvent sensor Trig.
  • Page 25 Activated audible alarms All alarms are active (audible) out of the box. K, Solvent alarm threshold permanently exceeded. Saturated filters modules N, Acid alarm, threshold permanently exceeded. Saturated filter modules Q, End of acid sensor lifetime alarm V, 40°C temperature alarm exceeded in the enclosure W, Top priority alarm 60°C temperature alarm threshold exceeded in the enclosure This data is needed for initial commissioning and if a reconfiguration is needed on the hood during any service work.
  • Page 26 If it is a fan, for example, you may reconfigure but if it is any other component you must contact Labconco Product Service. So that the event can be logged, provide Labconco Product Service with the serial # of the control module along with the component that failed.
  • Page 27 Fans Set point Dflt. XXXX rpm Set point XXXX rpm Semicon S. trig value (example 3500) Trig. X Delay X Sash Which type (example. normal polarity) Trig X % “X” to return to the previous menu.” Now press Step 3 – Remove front panel. Use your ladder and remove the upper front panel so you can access the RFID filter tags later in this procedure.
  • Page 28 “0000001234.” You will now have “X” ***Note if you make a mistake you can press to move back to the left and change the entry.*** “OK.” If it is correct then press “Hood will reboot please be patient.” You should now see Step 5 –...
  • Page 29 ***If one or more of the parameters is missing then press to go back and create it again. If on the second attempt you do not see all components then recheck all component connections or you must contact Labconco Product Service.*** “Ok.” If all components are seen then press The hood will now reboot.
  • Page 30 Remove your Maintenance card. Scan in your black RFID tags from your primary filters. Place those RFID tags back on the primary filters. Take off the RFID tags that are on your secondary filters only. Scan in your black RFID tags from your secondary filters. Place those RFID tags back on the secondary filters.
  • Page 31 Alarms and Sensors Users and Management Network Parameters Erase History Ventilation “Alarms and Sensors” “Ok” Arrow to and press to select it. Step 7 – Set semicon trigger value. You should see: >Maintenance Alarm Deactivation Rights Semicon S. Trig. Value Sash Sensor Calib.
  • Page 32 “X” Press to return to the previous menu. ***Disregard the sash calibration for now. It will be covered later.*** “X” Press again to return to the previous menu. Step 8 – Scan user cards. Now you should see: Language Date and Time Filters Alarms and Sensors Users and Management...
  • Page 33 You will now see: >Ethernet Bluetooth “Ok” Press to select Ethernet. “Ok” “No” DHCP press to say for static IP assignment if dynamic IP used. be “yes.” DHCP should Refer to your notes from step 2 or use your lab diagram as a reference. For Static IP enter what you recorded in step 2.
  • Page 34 Electro S. Alarm Delay Sash sensor trigger Software releases Audible alarm Mgmt. “Fan set point” “Ok” Arrow down to press to select it. You should now see: >Default (2850) Minimal (1500) “X” Use the up or down arrows to put in from your notes in step 2 or refer to GFH Settings sheet.
  • Page 35 Sash sensor trigger Software releases Audible alarm Mgmt. “Electro S. alarm Delay” “Ok” Arrow down to press to select it. You will see: 05 Minutes 1 Min 60 Max Make the 15 Minutes “Ok” “Confirm new value” “Ok” Press then press to confirm.
  • Page 36 “Audible alarm Mgmt.” “Ok” Arrow down to Press to select it. “Admin Authorized No.” “Ok” “Yes.” You should see Press to have it say “Ok.” Arrow down to save and exit press Step 13 – Set audible alarms. You should now see: Hood Status Administration menu Maintenance menu...
  • Page 37 Step 14 – Calibrate the sash. You should see: Maintenance Alarm Deactivation Rights Semicon S. Trig. Value Sash Sensor Calib Audible alarm activation “Sash sensor calib.” “Ok” Arrow up to Press to select it. Follow the instructions: “Fully close the sash.” “Ok.”...

  • Page 38: Certifying The Protector Echo Filtered Fume Hood

    Your Protector Fume Hood has been tested at the factory per ASHRAE 110-1995. All hoods achieve an “as manufactured rating” of less than 0.05 part per million (ppm) at 4 liters per minute (lpm); AM<0.05 (consult Labconco for individual fume Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408...
  • Page 39 For “field use” ASHRAE testing contact Labconco Sales Engineering Team or Customer Service for a certified on-site contractor. A “field use” ASHRAE method is used with isopropyl alcohol and a full report and method is available upon request and posted on Labconco’s website.

  • Page 40: Chapter 3: Protector Echo Dimensions

    HAPTER ROTECTOR IMENSIONS The following pages provide dimensional data for the Protector Echo Benchtop (Figure 3-1) and the Protector Echo Floor-Mounted (Figure 3-2) Filtered Fume Hoods. Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 38 of 54...

  • Page 41: Protector Echo Benchtop Filtered Fume Hoods

    Figure 3-1 Protector Echo Benchtop Filtered Fume Hoods Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 39 of 54...

  • Page 42: Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Fume Hoods

    Figure 3-2 Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Fume Hoods Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 40 of 54...

  • Page 43: Chapter 4: Protector Echo Specifications

    HAPTER ROTECTOR PECIFICATIONS Environmental Conditions  Indoor use only.  Maximum altitude: 10,000 feet (3,048 meters).  Ambient temperature range: 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C).  Maximum relative humidity: 80% for temperatures up to 88°F (31°C), decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 104°F (40°C). ...

  • Page 44: Wiring Diagram

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  • Page 45: Chapter 5: Setting Up The Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Hood

    HAPTER ETTING ROTECTOR LOOR- OUNTED ILTERED Now that the site for your floor-mounted filtered fume hood is properly prepared, you are ready to unpack, inspect, install, and certify your unit. Read this chapter to learn how to:  Unpack and move your floor-mounted filtered hood. ...

  • Page 46: Unpacking Your Floor-Mounted Filtered Hood

    IF YOUR HOOD WAS DAMAGED IN TRANSIT, YOU MUST  FILE A CLAIM DIRECTLY WITH THE FREIGHT CARRIER. LABCONCO CORPORATION AND ITS DEALERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING DAMAGES. Do not discard the shipping skid or packing material for your floor-mounted filtered fume hood until you have checked all of the components and installed and tested the unit.

  • Page 47: Sash Weight Release

    After you verify the filtered fume hood components, move your hood to the location where you want to install it. Then, follow the steps listed next to remove the separate shipping skids from the lower base and upper cabinet. 1. Remove the side panels by unscrewing the Phillips screws. 2.

  • Page 48: Upper Cabinet Installation Of The Floor-Mounted Filtered Hood

    Upper Cabinet Installation of the Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Hood Remove the upper cabinet assembly side panels and front panels prior to cabinet placement. Then place the upper cabinet assembly on top of the lower base assembly, being careful to clear the lower base assembly during placement. To prevent spillage from seeping between the two liner assemblies, run a bead of white RTV sealant between the sections once they have been properly aligned.

  • Page 49: Filtered Hoods

    Vertical-Rising Sash Installation for the 4', 5', 6', & 8' Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Hoods The Protector Echo Floor-Mounted Filtered Hood has two vertical-rising sashes. The rear vertical-rising sash moves from the floor to full open and picks up the front vertical-rising sash, which travels from the midpoint to full open.
  • Page 50 Rear Lower Sash attaches to Inner Cable to Inner Weight for full travel Front Upper Sash attaches to Outer Cable to Outer Sheet Metal Weights for partial upper travel Inner Front Pulley for Rear Inner Rear Pulley Lower Sash Outer Rear Pulley Location of self- drilling screws to mount corner posts...
  • Page 51 Left Corner Post Typical Stainless Steel Corner Post Screws Right Upper Front Corner Post Sash Rubber Bumper Left Sash Track Front Vertical Sash Rear Sash Rubber Bumper Figure 5-3 Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 49 of 54...
  • Page 52 Left Sash Weight for Upper Sash that travels partially Sheet Metal Sash Weight for Lower Sash that travels to floor Right Sash Weight Left Rear Sash Track Right Rear Sash Track Rear View Figure 5-4 Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 50 of 54...

  • Page 53: Corner Post Installation For The Floor-Mounted Filtered Hoods

    Corner Post Installation for the Floor- Mounted Filtered Hoods Both left and right corner posts have been shipped uninstalled. The one-piece corner posts are to be installed once the upper and lower cabinet assemblies have been properly positioned. The edges on the corner posts fit directly onto the side frames. The front inner edge of both corner posts are held in place by stainless steel machine screws.
  • Page 54 Large Upper Baffle with light lens Small Upper Baffle Brace, Hardware & Hardware Covers Upper Middle Baffle Liner Top Reference Lower Middle Perforated Baffle Lower Perforated Baffle Figure 5-5 Quick Start Guide 9411501, Rev. -, ECO #J408 Page | 52 of 54...

  • Page 55: Header Installation For The Floor-Mounted Filtered Hoods

    Header Installation for the Floor-Mounted Filtered Hoods The header is shipped separately in its protective packaging. To install, the header is fastened to the corner covers by four #12 screws. Reach behind the corner posts from the side and install the screws to support the header. See Figure 5-6. Front Panel #12 Screws Header...

  • Page 56: Front Panel Installation For The Floor-Mounted Filtered Hoods

    Front Panel Installation for the Floor- Mounted Filtered Hoods The hood front panel is shipped separately and is protected. To install each panel, hang the two plastic cylinders on the backside of the front panel over the corner posts. The bottom of the front panel will then slip behind the header once it has been properly secured at the top.

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