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Baker Company SterilGARD VBM-400
Biological Safety Hood
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I FUNCTION AND DESCRIPTION OF THE STERILGARD®II CABINET
Airflow Inside the Biological Safety Cabinet
Explains the zoned airflow principle and high-velocity return air slots for containment.
Positive and Negative Pressure Areas
Details the interaction of positive and negative pressure areas for protection.
Access to the Work Area
Describes the vertical sliding viewscreen and its operation for access.
Design Details
Covers performance assurance, motor/blower capacity, and interior construction.
Specifications
Lists weight and electrical specifications for the unit.
II PREPARING THE STERILGARD®II CABINET FOR USE
Checking the Cabinet On Arrival
Instructions for inspecting the unit upon delivery and reporting damage.
The Uses of a Biological Safety Cabinet
Explains the cabinet's design purpose and suitability for different biosafety levels.
Cautions
Highlights important safety warnings and precautions for using hazardous materials.
Location Within the Laboratory
Provides guidance on ideal placement to avoid air current disruptions.
Installing the Cabinet
Detailed steps for cabinet installation, including height adjustment.
Assembling the Footrest
Instructions for attaching the footrest assembly to the cabinet legs.
Connecting the Exhaust
Exhaust into the room
Guidance for exhausting air directly into the laboratory environment.
Exhaust to the outside
Recommendations for connecting to an external exhaust system.
Final Connections and Tests
Steps for making final connections and performing initial tests.
III PROPER CABINET USE
Operator Controls
Details the function of switches and indicators on the front panel.
Air Pressure Monitor
Explains the bar graph display for monitoring airflow performance.
Magnehelic Gauge
Describes the magnehelic gauge for measuring filter plenum pressure.
Ground Fault Interrupter
Explains the G.F.I. protection for electrical outlets.
Start-up Procedure
Step-by-step guide for initial cabinet operation and checks.
Working in the Cabinet Work Space
Best practices for maintaining sterility and safety during operation.
Reacting to Spills
Procedures for handling accidental spills and decontamination.
Ultraviolet (Germicidal) Light
Information on the UV light's function, operation, and safety.
Decontamination
Procedures for decontaminating the cabinet before maintenance or repair.
Using Ancillary Equipment
Guidelines for using external equipment safely and effectively.
About the HEPA Filters
Explains the function and importance of HEPA filters.
Operating Procedures
General advice and best practices for using the cabinet.
IV ON-SITE CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
The Airflow Balance
Procedure for testing and verifying cabinet airflow balance.
Filter Media and Seal Leak Tests
Tests to verify the integrity of filters and seals.
Airflow Smoke Pattern Test
Checks air movement direction and containment.
Cabinet Integrity Test
Determines if cabinet welds and seams are leak-free.
Grounding Continuity Test
Verifies electrical grounding continuity.
Ultraviolet (Germicidal) Lamp
Information on UV lamp effectiveness and measurement.
Check the HEPA Filters Regularly
Guidance on periodically checking HEPA filters for integrity.
Replacing the HEPA Filters
Procedure for safely replacing HEPA filters.
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