Labconco Logic+ 30348 Series - Safety Precautions

4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
Note: The cabinet should be certified by a certification technician before its initial
use. The cabinet should be recertified whenever it is relocated, serviced or at least
annually thereafter. Filter integrity and airflow performance should be verified
before using the cabinet.
Some internal components of the cabinet may become contaminated during
operation of the unit. Only experienced personnel competent in decontamination
procedures should decontaminate the cabinet before servicing these components.
If you have any questions regarding certification agencies, or need assistance in
locating one, contact Labconco’s Product Service Department at (800) 821-5525
or +1 (816) 333-8811.
DO NOT load more than 50 lbs. (23 Kg) in the work area. Exceeding this limit may
damage the work surface and its supports. Excessive weight in the cabinet may
increase the risk of it overturning, or failure of hydraulic lift stands, resulting in the
cabinet and stand overturning. If your application requires loading more than 50
lbs., contact Labconco’s Product Service Department at (800) 821-5525 or +1
(816) 333-8811 for assistance.
Ensure that the cabinet is connected to electrical service in accordance with local
and national electrical codes. Failure to do so may create a fire or electrical
hazard. Do not remove or service any electrical components without first
disconnecting the cabinet from electrical service.
Avoid the use of flammable gases or solvents in the cabinet. Care must be taken
to ensure against the concentration of flammable or explosive gases or vapors. An
open flame should NOT be used in the cabinet. Open flames will disrupt airflow
patterns, burn the HEPA filter and/or damage the filter’s adhesive. Gases under
high pressure should not be used in the cabinet, as they may disrupt its airflow
patterns.
HEPA filters only remove particulate matter. Operations generating volatile toxic
chemicals or radionuclides must be evaluated carefully.
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 cabinet; contact a local
certification agency or Labconco at (800) 821-5525 or +1 (816) 333-8811 for re-
certification information.
The HEPA filters in the cabinet will gradually accumulate airborne particulate
matter from the room and from work performed in the cabinet. The rate of
accumulation will depend upon the cleanliness of the room air, operating time and
the nature of work being done in the cabinet. The Filter Gauge accurately displays
the amount of filter life remaining.