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CHAPTER 3
GETTING STARTED
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 Hood.
Set up the filtered fume hood with the supporting structure and work surface.
Connect the electrical supply source.
Connect the service lines.
Sealing the Protector Hood to the work surface.
Commissioning the Filtration Technology.
Re-configuration process (first time setup and replacing components).
Arrange certification of your Protector Hood.
Depending upon which model you are installing, you may need common
plumbing and electrical installation tools in addition to 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", and
1/2" wrenches, ratchets, sockets, a nut driver set, a flat-blade screwdriver, a
Phillips screwdriver, and a carpenter level to complete the instructions in the
chapter.
The Protector Hood models weigh between 400 to 835 lbs.
(182-375 kg). The shipping skid allows for lifting with a
mechanical lift truck or floor jack. If you must lift the fume
hood manually, follow safe-lifting guidelines. Normally, the
fume hood can be slid off a hydraulic lift table and be placed
into position on top of the work surface. Do not lift by the
front air foil.
Les modèles Protector capot pèsent entre 400 à 835 livres. (182
à 375 kg). La palette d'expédition permet de levage avec un
chariot élévateur mécanique ou prise de parole. Si vous devez
soulever la hotte manuellement, suivre les directives de
sécurité-levage. Normalement, la hotte peut être glissé sur une
table de levage hydraulique et être placé en position au-dessus
de la surface de travail. Ne pas soulever par la feuille d'air
avant.