LABCONCO 10040, 10050, 10060, 10080 User guide

Original instructions

Protector Premier

Laboratory Fume Hoods

Models

10040 Series
10050 Series
10060 Series
10080 Series

Original instructions

Copyright © 2021 Labconco Corporation. The information contained in this manual and the accompanying
products are copyrighted and all rights reserved by Labconco Corporation. Labconco Corporation reserves
the right to make periodic design changes without obligation to notify any person or entity of such change.

Returned or Damaged Goods

Do not return goods without the prior authorization from Labconco. Unauthorized returns will not be
accepted. If your shipment 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.

The United States Interstate Commerce Commission rules require that claims be filed with the delivery
carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery.

Limitation of Liability

The disposal and/or emission of substances used in connection with this equipment may be governed by
various federal, state, or local regulations. All users of this equipment are required to become familiar with
any regulations that apply in the user’s area concerning the dumping of waste materials in or upon water,
land, or air and to comply with such regulations. Labconco Corporation is held harmless with respect to
user’s compliance with such regulations.

Contacting Labconco Corporation

If you have questions that are not addressed in this manual, or if you need technical assistance, contact
Labconco’s Customer Service Department or Labconco’s Product Service Department at 1-800-821-5525
or 1-816-333-8811, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Central Standard Time.

Part #9410500, Rev. L

ECO N065

Warranty

Labconco Corporation provides a warranty to the original buyer for the repair or replacement of parts and
reasonable labor as a result of normal and proper use of the equipment with compatible chemicals. Broken
glassware and maintenance items, such as filters, gaskets, light bulbs, finishes and lubrication are not
warranted. Excluded from warranty are products with improper installation, erratic electrical or utility supply,
unauthorized repair and products used with incompatible chemicals.

The warranty for Protector® Premier® Laboratory Fume Hoods will expire one year from date of installation or
two years from date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner. Warranty is non-transferable and only
applies to the owner (organization) of record.

Buyer is exclusively responsible for the set-up, installation, verification, decontamination or calibration of
equipment. This limited warranty covers parts and labor, but not transportation and insurance charges. If the
failure is determined to be covered under this warranty, the dealer or Labconco Corporation will authorize
repair or replacement of all defective parts to restore the unit to operation. Repairs may be completed by 3rd
party service agents approved by Labconco Corporation. Labconco Corporation reserves the rights to limit this

warranty based on a service agent’s travel, working hours, the site’s entry restrictions and unobstructed access

to serviceable components of the product.
Under no circumstances shall Labconco Corporation be liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages

of any kind. This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties whether oral, or implied.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1

About This Manual 2
Typographical Conventions 3

(Conventions Typographiques)

Your Next Step 4

CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES 5

Location Requirements 6
Support Requirements 6
Exhaust Requirements 6
Electrical Requirements 7

(Exigences électriques)

Service Line Requirements 8
Space Requirements 8

CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED 9

Unpacking Your Fume Hood 10
Removing the Shipping Skid 10
Sash Weight Release 11
Installing the Hood on a Supporting Structure & Work Surface 11
Connecting to the Hood Exhaust System 13
Connecting the Electrical Supply Source 13
Connecting the Service Lines to the Protector Hood 16
Sealing the Protector Hood to the Work Surface 17
Certifying the Protector Fume Hood 17

CHAPTER 4: PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS 18

Performance Features 18
Safety Precautions 21

(Consignes de sécurité)

CHAPTER 5: USING YOUR PROTECTOR PREMIER 25

Operating the Vertical Rising Sash 25
Operating the A-Style Combination Sash 25
Operating the Blower 25
Operating the Lights 26
Working in your Protector Fume Hood 26

CHAPTER 6: MAINTAINING YOUR PROTECTOR PREMIER 28

Service Safety Precautions 28

(Mesures de sécurité des services)

Routine Maintenance Schedule 29
Routine Service Operations 30

CHAPTER 7: MODIFYING YOUR PROTECTOR PREMIER 31

Installing Work Surfaces 31
Installing Ceiling Enclosures Above the Fume Hood 32
Installing Rear Panels Behind the Fume Hood 34
Installing Additional Service Fixtures 35
Installing Guardian Airflow Monitors 35
Distillation Grids – Field Installation 35
Sash Stop Kit – Field Installation 36
Upper Bypass – Field Installation 36
Installing an Electrical Duplex Outlet 36

(Installation d'une sortie Duplex électrique)

8' Dual Exhaust Adapter 36

CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 37

APPENDIX A: PROTECTOR PREMIER COMPONENTS 40

APPENDIX B: PROTECTOR PREMIER DIMENSIONS 43

APPENDIX C: PROTECTOR PREMIER SPECIFICATIONS 45

(ANNEXE C: SPÉCIFICATIONS PROTECTEUR DU PREMIER MINISTRE)

APPENDIX D: PROTECTOR I-S HOOD 48

APPENDIX E: SERIAL NUMBER TAG DESCRIPTION 56

(ANNEXE D: DESCRIPTION DE SÉRIE TAG NUMBER)

APPENDIX F: REFERENCES 62

APPENDIX G: VAV OPEN AREA GUIDELINES 65

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Protector® Premier® Laboratory
Fume Hood. Your Protector Laboratory Fume Hood is designed to protect you. It
is the result of Labconco’s more than 60 years of experience in manufacturing
fume hoods, and users like you suggested many of its features to us.

The Labconco Protector Premier Fume Hood has been engineered to provide
maximum visibility in a laboratory, and effectively contain toxic, noxious, or
other harmful materials when properly installed. The Protector Premier offers
many unique features to enhance safety, performance, and visibility. To take full
advantage of them, please acquaint yourself with this manual and keep it handy
for future reference. If you are unfamiliar with how fume hoods operate, please
review Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions before you
begin working in the fume hood. Even if you are an experienced fume hood user,
please review Chapter 5: Using Your Protector Premier, which describes your
Protector Hood’s features so that you can use the hood efficiently.

Figure 1-1

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About This Manual

This manual is designed to help you learn how to install, use, and maintain your
laboratory fume hood. Instructions for installing optional equipment on your
hood are also included.

Chapter 1: Introduction provides a brief overview of the laboratory fume hood,
explains the organization of the manual, and defines the typographical
conventions used in the manual.

Chapter 2: Prerequisites explains what you need to do to prepare your site before
you install your laboratory fume hood. Electrical and service requirements are
discussed.

Chapter 3: Getting Started contains the information you need to properly unpack,
inspect, install, and certify your laboratory fume hood.

Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions explains how the
Protector operates and the appropriate precautions you should take when using the
fume hood.

Chapter 5: Using Your Protector Premier discusses the basic operation of your
fume hood. Information on how to prepare, use and shut down your Protector
Hood are included.

Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Protector Premier explains how to perform routine
maintenance on your fume hood.

Chapter 7: Modifying Your Protector Premier explains how to modify the fume
hood or add accessories.

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting contains a table of problems you may encounter
while using your laboratory fume hood including the probable causes of the
problems and suggested corrective actions.

Appendix A: Protector Premier Components contains labeled diagrams of all of
the components of the fume hoods.

Appendix B: Protector Premier Dimensions contains comprehensive diagrams
showing all of the dimensions for the laboratory fume hoods.

Appendix C: Protector Premier Specifications contains the electrical requirements
for laboratory fume hood. Wiring diagrams are also included.

Appendix D: Protector I-S Hood provides information relating to the automatic
Intelli-Sense Blower 3-speed operation.

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Appendix E: Serial Number Tag Description provides current rating code used on
serial number tag.

Appendix F: References lists the various resources available that deal with
laboratory fume hoods.

Appendix G: VAV Open Area Guidelines to properly assess fume hood effective
area whenever variable air volume (VAV) mechanical systems are installed.

Typographical Conventions

Recognizing the following typographical conventions will help you understand
and use this manual:

 Book, chapter, and section titles are shown in italic type (e.g., Chapter 3:

Getting Started).

 Steps required to perform a task are presented in a numbered format.
 Comments located in the margins provide suggestions, reminders, and

references.

 Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are

preceded by the exclamation icon. Failure to comply with the information
following an exclamation icon may result in injury to the user or permanent
damage to fume hood.

 Les informations critiques sont présentées en gras dans les paragraphes qui

sont précédés par l'icône d'exclamation. Ne pas se conformer aux informations
qui suivent une icône d'exclamation peut résulter à la blessure de l'utilisateur
ou à des dommages irréversibles de la hotte aspirante.

 Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are

preceded by the wrench icon. These operations should only be performed by
a trained certifier or contractor. Failure to comply with the information
following a wrench icon may result in injury to the user or permanent damage
to your hood.

 Les informations critiques sont présentées en gras dans les paragraphes qui

sont précédés par l'icône de clé plate. Ces opérations devraient être seulement
exécutées par un professionnel agrée. L'échec pour se conformer aux
informations qui suivent une icône de clé plate peut résulter à la blessure de
l'utilisateur ou à des dommages irréversibles de la hotte.

 Important information is presented in capitalized type in paragraphs that are

preceded by the pointer icon. It is imperative that the information contained
in these paragraphs be thoroughly read and understood by the user.

 A number icon precedes information that is specific to a particular model of

laboratory fume hood. The 4' icon indicates the text is specific to the 4-foot
wide model. The 5' icon indicates the text is specific to the 5-foot model, etc.

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 The S icon indicates the text is specific to the standard model.

 The A icon indicates the text is specific to the A-Style Combination Sash

Model.

 CAUTION – See Manual. When this symbol is on a fume hood it indicates a

caution that is detailed in this manual.

 PRUDENCE – Consulter le Manuel. Quand ce symbole est sur une hotte

aspirante, il indique une prudence qui est détaillée dans ce manuel.

 CAUTION – Hot Surface.

 AVERTIR – Surface Chaude

 CAUTION – See Manual. This symbol on the fume hood indicates the

possibility of a pinch hazard.

 PRUDENCE – Consulter le Manuel. Ce symbole sur la hotte indique la

possibilité d'un risque de pincement.

Your Next Step

If your Fume Hood needs to be installed, proceed to Chapter 2: Prerequisites to
ensure your installation site meets all of the requirements. Then, go to Chapter 3:
Getting Started for instructions on how to install your laboratory fume hood and
make all of the necessary connections.

If you would like to review how laboratory fume hoods operate, go to Chapter 4:
Performance Features and Safety Precautions.

For information on the operational characteristics of your laboratory fume hood,
go to Chapter 5: Using Your Protector Premier.

If your laboratory fume hood is installed and you need to perform routine
maintenance on the cabinet, proceed to Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Protector
Premier.

For information on making modifications to the configuration of your fume hood,
go to Chapter 7: Modifying Your Protector Premier.

Refer to Chapter 8: Troubleshooting if you are experiencing problems with your
fume hood.

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CHAPTER 2

PREREQUISITES

Before you install your laboratory fume hood, you need to prepare your site for
installation. Carefully examine the location where you intend to install your
hood. You must be certain that the area is level and of solid construction. In
addition, a dedicated source of electrical power must be located near the
installation site.

Carefully read this chapter to learn the requirements for your installation site:

 The location requirements.
 The support requirements.
 The exhaust requirements.
 The electrical power requirements.
 The service line requirements.
 The space requirements.

Refer to Appendix B: Protector Premier Dimensions for complete fume hood
dimensions.

Refer to Appendix C: Protector Premier Specifications for complete laboratory
fume hood electrical and environmental conditions, specifications and
requirements.

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Location Requirements

The fume hood should be located away from traffic patterns,
doors, windows, fans, ventilation registers, and any other air­handling device that could disrupt its airflow patterns. All
windows in the room should be closed.

La hotte aspirante devrait être localisé loin des voies de
circulation, des portes, des fenêtres, des ventilateurs, des
bouches de ventilation, et de tout appareil qui pourrait
interrompre ses voies de flux d'air. Toutes les fenêtres dans la
pièce devraient être fermées.

Support Requirements

DO NOT install the fume hood on a cart, dolly, or mobile
bench. ALL Protector Hood installations must be permanent
and stationary. The supporting structure usually consists of a
base cabinet and chemically resistant work surface.

NE PAS installer la hotte aspirante sur un chariot ou un banc
mobile. TOUTES les installations de la Hotte Protecteur
doivent être permanentes et fixes. La structure de soutien
consiste habituellement en un meuble doté d’une surface de
travail chimiquement résistante.

Exhaust Requirements

The exhaust duct connection has been designed for 12" nominal duct (12.75" OD)
to allow for minimum static pressure loss while operating at 60 to 100 fpm face
velocities. The 12" diameter exhaust duct also allows for proper transport
velocities away from the hood in the 1000 fpm to 2500 fpm range. The proper
exhaust volume and static pressure loss are listed next for each hood model:

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Proper blower selection can be determined from these exhaust requirements and
the total system static pressure loss. Contact Labconco Customer Service for
assistance in sizing a blower system. Refer to Appendix G: VAV Open Area
Guidelines to properly assess the fume hood area opening, allowing the variable
air volume (VAV) mechanical system to be programmed at various sash
positions.

Electrical Requirements

The Protector Hood models feature internal wiring for the LED light assembly
and light switch. All internal wiring is terminated at the single point wiring
junction box for hook-up by a qualified electrician. The blower switch, and light
switch wires are also terminated at the single point wiring junction box for hook­up by a qualified electrician. Refer to Chapter 3: Getting Started and Appendix
C: Protector Premier Specifications for the wiring diagram for proper electrical
installation.

Projected Airflows and Static Pressure

Eco Energy Saving Air Foil Flush Air Foil

Hood Type Face Velocity (fpm) Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @ Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @

Sash at Sash at 62.5% Static Pressure (inches of water) Static Pressure (inches of water)

Full open open 4' 5' 6' 8' 4' 5' 6' 8'

at 28" at 18" Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood

PREMIER 100 160 725, 0.22" 955, 0.31" 1180, 0.41" 1640, 0.28" 760, 0.23" 1000, 0.33" 1235, 0.43" 1715, 0.30"

80 128 580, 0.14" 765, 0.20" 945, 0.26" 1310, 0.18" 605, 0.15" 800, 0.21" 990, 0.28" 1370, 0.19"
60 96 435, 0.08" 575, 0.11" 710, 0.15" 985, 0.10" 455, 0.08" 600, 0.12" 745, 0.16" 1030, 0.11"
50 80 365, 0.06" 480, 0.08" 590, 0.10" 820, 0.07" 380, 0.06" 500, 0.08" 620, 0.11" 860, 0.08"

40 64 290, 0.04" 380, 0.05" 470, 0.07" 655, 0.05" 305, 0.04" 400, 0.05" 495, 0.07" 685, 0.05"

Eco Energy Saving Air Foil Flush Air Foil

Hood Type Face Velocity (fpm) Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @ Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @

Sash at Sash at Static Pressure (inches of water) Static Pressure (inches of water)

62.50% Full open 4' 5' 6' 8' 4' 5' 6' 8'

open at 18" at 28" Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood

PREMIER 100 62 450, 0.09" 595, 0.12" 735, 0.16" 1025, 0.11" 485, 0.09" 640, 0.13" 790, 0.17" 1100, 0.12"

80 50 365, 0.06" 480, 0.08" 590, 0.10" 820, 0.07" 390, 0.06" 515, 0.08" 635, 0.11" 880, 0.08"
60 38 270, 0.03" 360, 0.04" 440, 0.06" 615, 0.04" 290, 0.03" 385, 0.05" 475, 0.06" 660, 0.04"

Projected Airflows and Static Pressure

Eco Energy Saving Air Foil Flush Air Foil

Hood Type Face Velocity (fpm) Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @ Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @

Sash at Sash at 62.5% Static Pressure (inches of water) Static Pressure (inches of water)

Full open open 4' 5' 6' 8' 4' 5' 6' 8'

at 28" at 18" Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood

PREMIER 100 160 705, 0.21" 930, 0.29" 1150, 0.39" 1600, 0.27" 740, 0.22" 975, 0.31" 1205, 0.42" 1675, 0.29"

W/Bypass 80 128 565, 0.13" 745, 0.19" 920, 0.25" 1280, 0.17" 590, 0.14" 780, 0.20" 965, 0.27" 1340, 0.19"

Block 60 96 425, 0.08" 560, 0.10" 690, 0.14" 960, 0.10" 445, 0.08" 585, 0.11" 725, 0.15" 1005, 0.10"

50 80 350, 0.05" 465, 0.07" 575, 0.10" 800, 0.07" 370, 0.06" 490, 0.08" 605, 0.11" 840, 0.07"

40 64 280, 0.03" 370, 0.05" 460, 0.06" 640, 0.04" 295, 0.04" 390, 0.05" 480, 0.07" 670, 0.05"

Eco Energy Saving Air Foil Flush Air Foil

Hood Type Face Velocity (fpm) Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @ Airflow Volumetric Rate (CFM) @

Sash at Sash at Static Pressure (inches of water) Static Pressure (inches of water)

62.50% Full open 4' 5' 6' 8' 4' 5' 6' 8'

open at 18" at 28" Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood Hood

PREMIER 100 62 440, 0.08" 580, 0.11" 720, 0.15" 1000, 0.10" 475, 0.09" 625, 0.12" 775, 0.16" 1075, 0.11"

W/Bypass 80 50 350, 0.05" 465, 0.07" 575, 0.10" 800, 0.07" 380, 0.06" 500, 0.08" 620, 0.11" 860, 0.07"

Block 60 38 265, 0.03" 350, 0.04" 430, 0.06" 600, 0.04" 285, 0.03" 375, 0.05" 465, 0.06" 645, 0.04"

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Les modèles Protège-capot disposent câblage interne de l'assemblage de lumière
LED et interrupteur de lumière. Tout le câblage interne est terminé à la boîte de
jonction point de câblage unique pour le raccordement par un électricien qualifié.
Le bouton du ventilateur, et fils de l'interrupteur de lumière sont également mis
fin à la boîte de jonction point de câblage unique pour le raccordement par un
électricien qualifié. Reportez-vous au Chapitre 3: Mise en route et à l'Annexe C:
Spécifications Premier Protector pour le schéma de câblage pour l'installation
électrique correcte.

Service Line Requirements

All service lines to the laboratory fume hood should be ¼ inch outside diameter,
copper (brass for natural gas), and equipped with an easily accessible shut-off
valve, should disconnection be required. Recommended operating pressure is 40
PSI, with a maximum allowable pressure of 200 PSI. Consider a pressure
regulator to reduce line pressure to 40 PSI. Please check with local codes for
other requirements.

Space Requirements

The dimensions for the different models are shown in Appendix B: Protector
Premier Dimensions.

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CHAPTER 3

GETTING STARTED

Now that the site for your laboratory 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 fume hood with the supporting structure and work surface.
 Connect to an exhaust system.
 Connect the electrical supply source.
 Connect the service lines.
 Sealing the Protector Hood to the work surface.
 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 Premier Hood models weigh between 400 to 800
lbs. (182-363 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 premiers modèles de la Hotte Protecteur pèsent entre 400 à
800 livres. (182-363 Kg). La palette bois d’envoi permet le
soulèvement par un camion muni d’un élévateur mécanique ou
par un cric rouleur. Si vous devez soulever manuellement la
hotte aspirante, respectez les règles de sécurité du soulèvement.
Normalement, la hotte aspirante peut être glissée d'une table
munie d’un élévateur hydraulique et être placée en position sur
la surface de travail. Ne pas soulever par l’écoulement d'air du
devant.

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Unpacking Your Fume Hood

Carefully remove the shrink-wrap or carton on your fume hood and inspect it for
damage that may have occurred in transit. If your unit is damaged, notify the
delivery carrier immediately and retain the entire shipment intact for inspection
by the carrier.

DO NOT RETURN GOODS WITHOUT THE PRIOR
AUTHORIZATION OF LABCONCO. UNAUTHORIZED
RETURNS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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 fume hood until you
have checked all of the components and installed and tested the unit. The Premier
fume hood baffle is shipped installed as shown in Figure 1-1. Do not remove the
fume hood from its shipping skid until it is ready to be placed into its final location.
Move the unit by placing a flat, low dolly under the shipping skid, or by using a
floor jack.

Do not move the hood by tilting it onto a hand truck.

Ne pas déplacer la hotte en le penchant sur un diable.

Removing the Shipping Skid

LEAVE THE FUME HOOD ATTACHED TO ITS SHIPPING
SKID UNTIL IT IS AS CLOSE TO ITS FINAL LOCATION AS
POSSIBLE. MOVE THE HOOD BY USING A SUITABLE
FLOOR JACK, OR BY PLACING A FURNITURE DOLLY
UNDERNEATH THE SKID. DO NOT MOVE THE HOOD BY
TILTING IT ONTO A HAND TRUCK.

After you verify the fume hood components, move your hood to the location
where you want to install it. Follow the steps listed next to remove the shipping
skid from your unit.

1. Remove the side panels by unscrewing the Phillips screws.

2. Find the hardware (bolts, washers, nuts) that attach the fume hood to

the skid and remove the hardware. Some hardware is on the sides and
some is on the back.

The United
States
Interstate
Commerce
Commission
rules require
that claims
be filed with
the delivery
carrier
within fifteen
(15) days of
delivery.

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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. On models with more than one sash, the sash weights have
been secured to the shipping skid with lag screws. Remove the weights from the
skid and attach them to the respective sash cables using the hooks provided.

NOTE: THE SASH WEIGHT ITSELF WAS INDIVIDUALLY
MATCHED FOR THIS SPECIFIC HOOD AND SHOULD NOT
BE EXCHANGED ON ANY OTHER UNIT.

Installing the Hood on a Supporting

Structure and Work Surface

The Protector Hood is heavy! Use caution when lifting or
moving the unit.

La Hotte Protecteur est lourd ! Prudence en soulevant ou en
déplaçant l'objet.

When installing the Protector Hood onto a chemically-resistant work surface or
benchtop, ensure that the structure can safely support the combined weight of the
fume hood and any related equipment. The 30" work surface should be at least as
wide as the hood to properly support it. The work surface is aligned flush with

the back of the fume hood for good airflow: this will provide the correct
spacing under the air foil for proper bypass airflow. The lower base cabinets
are placed flush with the front of the work surface as shown in Figure 3-1.

WARNING: It is important to support the rear of the work
surface and fume hood. The cross support provides support
for the bottom of the work surface. Install the cross support
after the base cabinets and work surface are leveled and before
installing the hood.

AVERTISSEMENT : Il est important de soutenir l'arrière de
la surface de travail et la hotte aspirante. Le support
tranversal soutient le bas de la surface de travail. Installer le
support transversal après que les meubles et la surface de
travail soient nivelés et avant d'installer la hotte.

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The following are instructions for mounting a cross support:

1. Level the base cabinets and the work surface. Work surface should be

placed flush with the back of the fume hood as shown in Figure 3-1.

2. Scribe a line on the wall or back of the base cabinet to locate the

support under the work surface.

3. Mount the support by attaching it to the wall or base cabinet.

4. Place the hood on top of the work surface and cross support.

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 Fume Hood. The work
surface should also contain a dished recessed area for containing primary spills.

Figure 3-1

Dimensions Shown in Inches

Hood Depth

“B”

Hood Internal

Depth

“D”

Filler Panel

Depth

“E”

Work Surface

Depth

31.7"

24"

8"

30"

Place Cross
Support Here

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Connecting to the Hood Exhaust System

WARNING: The weight of the exhaust ductwork system must
be supported independently of the hood superstructure. Do
not allow this weight to be supported by the hood structure as
damage to the hood may occur.

AVERTISSEMENT : Le poids du système d'aspiration de
ductwork doit être soutenu d'une manière indépendante de la
superstructure de la hotte. Au cas où ce poids est supporté par
la structure de la hotte, des dommages à la hotte peuvent
arriver.

The exhaust connection should be installed by a qualified
HVAC contractor. The exhaust connection on your hood has
been designed for 12" nominal pipe (12.75" OD) to allow for
minimum static pressure loss with proper transport velocities
away from the hood. Consult Labconco Customer Service
should you require help sizing your blower for the exhaust
volume and total system static pressure loss.

La connexion d'échappement devrait être installée par un
professionnel de CVC agrée. La connexion d'aspiration sur
votre hotte a été conçue pour un tuyau nominal de 12 pouces

(12,75 pouces de diamètre externe) afin d’avoir une perte

minimale de pression statique avec les correctes flux de
transport loin de la hotte. Consulter le Service Clientèle de
Labconco si la calibration de votre soufflerie pour le volume
d'aspiration et la perte de pression statique du système le
requiert.

The selected exhaust duct material should match the hood
procedures and chemicals used to ensure compatibility.

Le matériel de conduit d'aspiration choisi devrait être en
conformité avec les procédures de la hotte et les produits
chimiques qui sont utilisés pour garantir la compatibilité.

Connecting the Electrical Supply Source

to the Protector Fume Hood

Prior to connecting any electrical wiring to the fume hood structure, refer to the
hood identification plate for the proper electrical requirements of your specific
model.

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WARNING: The building electrical supply system for
Protector Hoods is required to include overload protection. A
switch or circuit breaker shall be in close proximity to the
equipment and within easy reach of the operator. The switch
or circuit breaker is to be marked as the disconnecting device
for the equipment. Consult the NEC-2002 for proper
installation.

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. Consulter le NEC-2002 pour une installation
correcte.

The identification plate, model number, serial number, and electrical connection
boxes are accessible from the front of the fume hood by removing the front panel.

The Protector Premier Hood is normally wired for 115 Volt, 50/60 Hz, 20 Amp or
230Volt, 50/60 Hz, 10 Amp electrical service. Check the I.D. plate behind the
front panel for voltage verification. The number of circuits varies depending on
the model. All of the electrical connections are terminated at the field wiring
terminal box for hook-up by a qualified electrician. We recommend each circuit
be a dedicated branch circuit. However, if wired together the maximum load
allowed is the sum of individual outlets plus the rating of the unit (i.e. 2 Amps
remote, 8 Amps integral blower) not to exceed the 10A or 20A electrical service.
The single point internal junction box is used for the connection of the lights,
blower, and duplex outlets. Refer to the wiring diagram for your Protector
Premier in Appendix C: Protector Premier Specifications.

The fume hood is required to be grounded to the MAINS protective earthing ground
for safe operation. Using a ring terminal sized for a 10-24 machine screw, connect
the MAINS ground conductor to the grounding lug marked with the protective

earthing symbol, . Only MAINS ground conductors should be connected to the
protective earthing ground lug, no other conductors should be connected to this
grounding lug. Using wire nuts connect the MAINS supply conductors to the fume
hood supply wires. Insure that the wires are connected as per the appropriate wire
color codes for the input voltage. For 115V Phase (Hot) is black and Neutral is
white, for 230V Phase1 is brown and Phase2 is blue. Refer to the wiring diagram for
your Protector Premier in Appendix C: Protector Premier Specifications.

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Figure 3-2

All wiring for the 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. The grounding connection
shall not be made to the terminal box cover.

Tout le câblage électrique pour la hotte aspirante devrait être
exécuté par un électricien agrée et être conforme à tous les
règles en vigueur. Dans la plupart des cas, la hotte exigera
l'usage de conduit blindé pour protéger le câblage électrique
dans la hotte. La prise de terre ne sera pas faite à la couverture
de la boîte du terminal.

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The LED light has been mounted outside the top liner panel and is sealed from
vapors inside the hood structure. To change the fluorescent light bulbs in your
hood, you must first remove the front panel from the hood. Next remove the
knock out plugs holding the light fixture in place. Lift fixture up and replace any
deflective bulbs. Reverse order to reassemble.

Connecting the Service Lines to the

Protector Fume Hood

The hoods with service fixtures have been plumbed from the valve to the hose
connector or gooseneck for your installation convenience. Supply tubing shall be
provided by the qualified installer. Tubing can enter the hood from above,
through the back, or through the work surface to make these connections to the
service fixtures.

NOTE: Inspect all fittings for leakage. Tighten the fittings
slightly if needed.

NOTE : Inspecter toutes les installations à la recherche de
fuite. Resserrer les installations légèrement si nécessaires.

CAUTION: Do not use oxygen with any standard service
fixture. 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 hood plumbing fixture bodies be required, remove the
service access plate on the hood front corner posts by loosening their individual
screws (see item 11, Figure A-1 in Appendix A). The valve body will now be
fully exposed for any service work that may be necessary. The service fixtures
supplied on your laboratory hood are designed for use with the following services:

 Air

 Hot Water

 Vacuum

 Cold Water

 Natural Gas – See caution below

WARNING: Contact Labconco Customer Service directly
before using any service other than those listed above in these
valves to assure full compatibility.

AVERTISSEMENT : Contacter le Service Clientèle de
Labconco directement avant d'utiliser n'importe quel service
autre que ceux énumérés au-dessus dans ces soupapes pour
assurer une pleine compatibilité.

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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 pré soudé avec des tuyaux
de cuivre. Le contenu soufré du gaz pourrait causer la
détérioration des lignes d’alimentation en cuivre standard.

Sealing the Protector Hood to the Work

Surface

When the hood has been set in place, ducted, wired, and plumbed, it should be
sealed at the work surface to prevent spilled materials from collecting under the
walls of the hood. Materials such as silicone sealants are recommended to seal
the hood structure.

Certifying the Protector Fume Hood

The combination of your laboratory hood, exhaust ductwork, and exhaust blower
gives you the flexibility to change the airflow at the sash opening of your hood.
To determine the actual face velocity at the sash opening, airflow velocity
readings will need to be taken. This should be done across the sash opening of
the hood in accordance with the Industrial Ventilation Manual section on
laboratory hoods (see Appendix E: References). Labconco recommends an
average face velocity at the sash opening of 60 to 100 feet per minute. Consult
Chapter 2 for proper airflow volumes for your particular model.

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 hood ratings). For “field use” ASHRAE testing contact Labconco Sales
Engineering Team or Customer Service for a certified on-site contractor.

NOTE: Face velocity profiles and smoke testing should be
done periodically to ensure safe performance.

NOTE : Les profils de flux frontal et les tests de fumée
devraient être régulièrement faits pour garantir une utilisation
en toute securité.

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CHAPTER 4
PERFORMANCE FEATURES
AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Performance Features:

The Protector Premier Laboratory Hood is designed to meet the needs of the
laboratory scientist at OSHA approved velocities as low as 60 feet per minute.
The laboratory fume hood has been designed to effectively contain toxic, noxious,
or other harmful materials when properly installed. A fully featured by-pass hood
with baffle and air foil, this hood maintains safe airflow. Optional energy saving
A-Style Combination Sash models are also available. The hood features by-pass
airflow design that promotes full containment as the sash is moved. Airflow is
diverted behind the front panel and under the air foil to help control fluctuations
in face velocity, which occur as the sash is closed.

1. Unique sash provides maximum visibility of 37.5" high while

conserving energy by limiting sash travel to 28". Vertical-rising sash
may be raised from a closed to 28" operating height. The fume hood
features a containment-enhancing sash handle. Optional sash stops are
available to limit sash height and reduce energy usage.

2. By-pass airflow design ensures containment as the sash moves.

3. Large usable interior work depth and interior height of 48" provides

ample working space.

4. Baffle (not shown) directs airflow to the rear of the interior to provide

efficient airflow. The baffle may be removed for cleaning purposes only.

5. Exterior access cover plates are removable for easy access to plumbing

valves and sash adjustment hardware when access through the sides is not
available.

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6. Lift-Away™ front panel provides easy access to electrical wiring, sash

weights, and lighting fixtures.

7. Energy efficient LED lighting is located behind a laminated safety glass

shield mounted to the top of the hood. The factory-wired instant start T8
lighting is serviceable from outside the hood cavity. Additionally, the
long lasting 50,000 hour direct wired LED T8 bulbs are more energy
efficient, utilizing approximately ½ the power of fluorescent bulbs. See
Appendix A for wattage.

8. Low mounted, factory-wired light and blower switches are ADA

compliant.

9. All Air Foils allow air to sweep the work surface for maximum

containment. Airfoils are offered with either Eco-Energy Saving or Flush
Foil. The Clean-Sweep™ openings create a constant barrier from
contaminants. In addition, should the operator inadvertently block the
airflow entering, the air continues to enter from under the air foil and
through the Clean-Sweep openings. See Appendix A for alternate PVC
Eco-Air Foil as PVC material resists corrosion from mineral acids.

10. Streamlined corner posts provide maximum visibility and the flexibility

to add services after installation.

11. All hoods are factory prepared for up to 8 service fixtures.

12. Duplex electrical receptacles are mounted on the right and left corner

posts as requested. Receptacles are factory-wired to hood single point
junction box.

13. Shipped fully assembled and eliminates the need for costly onsite

assembly.

14. Accessory Guardian™ Digital Airflow Monitor or Guardian Airflow

Monitor continuously monitors face velocity. An audio/visual alarm
alerts the user to low airflow conditions. The right corner post is factory
prepared to accommodate the Guardian Monitor (sold separately).

15. Optional Sash Models. Sashes are offered in smooth anti-racking cable,

chain, auto-return, or Intelli-Sash.

16. Frame of epoxy-coated steel and aluminum is durable and corrosion

resistant.

17. Exhaust Connection. The hood features 12" (12.75" OD pipe) exhaust

connections sized to allow for a minimum static pressure loss through the
hood structure while providing a good transport velocity through the
exhaust system. 4' Integral Blower models use 10" (10.75" OD).

18. Spillstopper™ Solid Epoxy Work Surface is dished to contain spills.

(Work surface is sold separately).

19. Optional Ceiling Enclosure Kits are available for a decorative facade

between the hood and the ceiling. Integral Blower models have a facade as
shown in Figure 4-1.

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20. Optional Sash Stops provide a means of controlling the operating height

of the sash.

21. Integral Blower Models available as shown in Figure 4-1.

17 7 19

14

18

10

8 9 15 1 12

5

11

20

16

6 2 21

Figure 4-1

Note:

Integral Blower
Model Shown

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See Diagram on Page 20.

22. CAUTION – Current rating of receptacle is specified in Appendix D.

AVERTIR – Classification des prises de courant est spécifié dans l’Annexe D.

23. CAUTION – See Appendix C and D for complete current rating.

AVERTIR – Voir Annexe C et D pour la classification complete du courant.

24. CAUTION – Hot Surface. Blower motor can attain temperature that

could cause burns.
AVERTIR – Surface Chaude. Le moteur de soufflerie peut atteindre la

température qui pourrait causer des brûlures.

25. CAUTION – Flammable Gas.

AVERTIR – Gaz Inflammable.

Safety Precautions

Although the laboratory hood has been engineered to maintain
optimum operator safety, caution should always be used while
working in the hood. Prior to using the hood, check to make
sure that the exhaust blower is operating and that air is
entering the hood at its specified face velocity.

Bien que la hotte de laboratoire ait été réglée pour maintenir la

sécurité optimale de l’opérateur, la prudence devrait toujours

être utilisée en travaillant sous la hotte. Avant utiliser la hotte,
le contrôle pour s'assurer que la soufflerie d'aspiration
fonctionne et que cet air entre dans la hotte au flux spécifié.

USE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING IN THE HOOD AT ALL TIMES.
CLEAN UP SPILLS IMMEDIATELY WITH A MILD DETERGENT.
PERIODICALLY CLEAN HOOD INTERIOR, INCLUDING
FLUORESCENT LIGHT GLASS PANEL. REPLACE BURNED OUT
LIGHT BULBS TO MAINTAIN MAXIMUM ILLUMINATION.

DO NOT OVERLOAD THE WORK SURFACE WITH
APPARATUS OR WORK MATERIAL. THE SAFE
OPERATION OF THE LABORATORY HOOD IS BASED
UPON HAVING PROPER AIRFLOW THROUGH THE
STRUCTURE. DO NOT PLACE LARGE, BULKY OBJECTS
SUCH AS BLOCK HEATERS, DIRECTLY ON THE HOOD

WORK SURFACE. INSTEAD, ELEVATE THE OBJECT 2" TO
3" ON BLOCKS TO ALLOW A FLOW OF AIR UNDER THE
OBJECT AND INTO THE LOWER REAR BAFFLE EXHAUST

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SLOT. ENSURE BLOCKS ARE LEVEL AND SECURED IN
PLACE.

Blocking the bottom of the baffle at rear of hood will change
the airflow pattern in the hood causing turbulence and possible

leakage at the face of the hood. (Don’t store containers or

supplies against baffles, as this will affect airflow through the
hood).

Avoid placing your head inside hood. Keep hands out of hood
as much as possible.

Bloquer le fond du déflecteur à l'arrière de la hotte changera le
modèle du flux d'air dans la hotte causant de la turbulence et
une fuite possible devant la hotte. (Ne pas emmagasiner des
récipients ou des provisions contre les déflecteurs, car ceci
affectera le flux d'air à travers la hotte).

Eviter de placer votre tête à l’intérieur de la hotte. Garder les

mains à l’extérieur de la hotte le plus possible.

Always work as far back in hood as possible. It is best to keep
all chemicals and apparatus 6" inside the front of the hood.

Toujours travailler aussi loin que possible de la hotte. Il est
recommandé de garder tous les produits chimiques et appareils
à 6 pouces à l’intérieur de l’avant de la hotte.

This hood does not feature explosion-proof electrical
components, unless ordered separately. Therefore, use of
flammable or explosive materials in quantities above the
explosive limit are not recommended.

Cette hotte ne possède pas de composants électriques anti­explosion, à moins que commandé séparément. Donc, l'usage
de matériels inflammables ou explosifs dans les quantités au­dessus de la limite explosive n'est pas recommandé.

Do not work with chemicals in this hood without the exhaust
system running. Do not store chemicals in a fume hood.

Ne pas travailler avec les produits chimiques sous cette hotte

sans le système de d’aspiration en marche. Ne pas stocker des

produits chimiques sous une hotte aspirante.

Perchloric acid use in this hood is prohibited.

L'usage d’acide perchlorique sous cette hotte est interdit.

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High level radioisotope materials are prohibited for usage in
this hood.

Les matériels d'isotope radioactif de haut niveau sont interdits
à l'usage sous cette hotte.

AVOID CROSS DRAFTS AND LIMIT TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF
THE HOOD. AIR DISTURBANCES CREATED MAY DRAW
FUMES OUT OF THE HOOD.

The use of heat-generating equipment in this hood without the
exhaust system operating properly can cause damage to the
hood.

L'usage d'équipement chaleur-produiant dans ce capuchon
sans l'opération de système d'aspiration peut causer
convenablement des dommages à la hotte.

The Protector Laboratory Hood should be certified by a
qualified certification technician before it is initially used. The
hood should be re-certified whenever it is relocated, serviced or
at least annually thereafter.

La Hotte de Laboratoire Protecteur devrait être certifié par un
technicien de certification qualifié avant qu'elle soit utilisée au
début. La hotte devrait être re-certifiée quand elle est
réinstallée, entretenue ou du moins annuellement par la suite.

Ensure that the unit 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 hood from electrical service.

Garantir que l'unité est connectée au service électrique
conformément aux règles électriques en vigueur. Le non­respect peut créer un feu ou un risque d'origine électrique. Ne
pas enlever ou entretenir des composants électriques sans
débrancher premièrement l’alimentation électrique de la hotte.

Proper operation of the fume hood depends largely upon the

hood’s location and the operator’s work habits. Consult the

Reference Manual in Appendix E.

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Le correct fonctionnement de la hotte d'aspiration dépend
principalement de son emplacement et les habitudes de travail
de l'opérateur. Consulter le Manuel de Référence dans
l'Annexe E.

If the unit is not operated as specified in this manual it may
impair the protection provided by the unit.

Si l'unité n'est pas utilisée comme spécifié dans ce manuel il
peut diminuer la protection fournie par l'unité.

Do not touch the blower motor. The surfaces of the motor can
become hot and could cause burns.

Ne pas toucher le moteur de soufflerie. Les surfaces du moteur
peuvent devenir chaudes et pourrait causer des brûlures.

Do not position the fume hood so that it is difficult to operate
the main disconnect device.

Ne pas positionner la hotte de sorte qu'il est difficile de faire
fonctionner le dispositif principal de déconnexion.

To prevent the possibility of minor injury keep hands and
fingers clear of sprockets at the top of the four corners.

Pour éviter les risques de blessures mineures garder les mains
et les doigts de pignons en haut de la quatre coins.

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CHAPTER 5

USING YOUR PROTECTOR

PREMIER

Operating the Vertical-Rising Sash

Because of the Protector Hood counterbalanced sash mechanism, it will take only
a few pounds of force to move the sash up or down, and you can operate the sash
smoothly with one or two hands positioned any where along the handle. The
vertical-rising sash may be raised to a maximum 28" operating height. The
airflow requirements should be sized for the 28" operating height; if using sash
stops then the airflow requirements can be reduced by approximately 40% at 18".
See Chapter 2 for airflows. Optional models with auto-return to 18" or electric
Intelli-Sash are available.

Operating the A-Style Combination Sash

Some other hood models have additional energy saving sashes called A-Style
Combination Sashes in place of vertical-rising sashes. These combination sashes
allow the operator to use the hood with sashes either half open horizontally or
vertically to conserve energy. The horizontal sashes are used in normal operating
mode. Optional sets of sash stops can be installed to prevent raising the vertical
sash above the half-open and fully-closed positions unless manually defeated by
the operator. The airflow requirements are sized for the 50% open sash condition.

Operating the Blower

Your Protector Fume Hood utilizes a remote style blower, which can be activated

by turning the blower switch to “ON.” You can validate the hood performance by

watching smoke drawn into the hood face opening.

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Operating the Lights

Your Protector Fume Hood utilizes a factory-wired LED light to illuminate the
hood interior (see Appendix A). Simply turn the light switch to “ON” to operate.

Working in your Protector Fume Hood

Planning

 Thoroughly understand procedures and equipment required before

beginning work.

 Arrange for minimal disruptions, such as room traffic or entry into the

room while the hood is in use.

Start-up

Labconco follows the recommendations of the American National Standard
Institute with regards to fume hood exhaust systems. A full list of requirements
can be found in the ANSI Standard No. Z9.5 Laboratory Ventilation. If you are
unsure of the proper use of the exhaust blower for your fume hood, contact your
safety officer or industrial hygienist before making any modifications to the

blower’s operational status (on/off/low, etc.). Keeping the exhaust system under

constant negative pressure is an excellent way to ensure hazardous fumes in the
fume hood do not enter the laboratory space inadvertently.

 Turn on the light.
 Slowly raise the sash and verify the fume hood has proper airflow.
 Check the baffle air slots for obstructions.
 Allow the hood to operate unobstructed for two minutes.
 Wear a long sleeved lab coat and rubber gloves. Use protective eyewear.

Wear a protective mask if appropriate.

Loading Materials and Equipment

 Only load the materials required for the procedure. Do not overload the

hood.

 Do not obstruct the front air foil (sill), or rear baffle slots.
 Large objects should not be placed close together and spaced above the

work surface to permit airflow to sweep under the equipment.

 After loading the hood, wait one minute to purge airborne contaminants

from the work area.

Work Techniques

 Keep all materials at least 6 inches inside of the sash and at least two

inches from the side walls and perform all contaminated operations as far
to the rear of the work area as possible.

 Keep all clean and contaminated materials in the work area separate for

clear identification.

 Avoid using techniques or procedures that disrupt the airflow patterns of

the hood.

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Final Purging

 Upon completion of the work, the hood should be allowed to operate for

two minutes undisturbed, to purge airborne contaminants from the work
area before closing the sash.

Unloading Materials and Equipment

 Objects in contact with contaminated material should be surface

decontaminated before removal from the hood.

 All open trays or containers should be covered before being removed from

the hood.

Shutdown

 Turn off the light and close the sash.

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CHAPTER 6
MAINTAINING YOUR
PROTECTOR PREMIER

Now that you have an understanding of how to work in the fume hood, we will
review the suggested maintenance schedule and the common service operations
necessary to maintain your fume hood for peak performance.

Service Safety Precautions

 If performing any electrical maintenance, always disconnect the power at

the main disconnect.

 If performing decontamination inside the fume hood, consult your safety

officer for proper personal protective equipment and procedure.

 Since some service operations require a step ladder, always use proper

safety and consult your safety officer

 If performing maintenance on any service lines, always shut off the supply

first.

 Some removable components may be heavy, follow safe-lifting guidelines.
 Verify all components are installed correctly with performance verified

before conducting normal operations.

Précautions de Sécurité pour l’Entretien

 Lors de l'entretien électrique, toujours débrancher le courant du secteur

principal.

 Durant la décontamination sous la hotte d'aspiration, consulter votre

responsable de sécurité pour le correct équipement de protection du
personnel et la procédure.

 Puisque certaines opérations d’entretien exigent plusieurs étapes, toujours

utiliser la correcte sécurité et consulter votre responsable de sécurité

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 Lors de l'entretien sur n'importe quelles lignes de secteur, toujours éteindre

premièrement l’alimentation.

 Quelques composants détachables peuvent être lourds, respecter les règles

de sécurité du soulèvement.

 Vérifier tous les composants sont correctement installés avec un

fonctionnement vérifié avant de faire des opérations normales.

 Only trained and experienced certification technicians should

perform some of the service operations after the fume hood has been
properly decontaminated. DO NOT attempt to perform these
operations if you are not properly trained. The wrench icon precedes
the service operations that require qualified technicians.

 Seulement les techniciens de certification expérimentés et entraînés

devraient exécuter certaines des opérations d’entretien après que la
hotte d’aspiration ait été convenablement décontaminée. NE PAS

tenter d'exécuter ces opérations si vous n'êtes pas convenablement

entraîné. L'icône de clé plate précède les opérations d’entretien qui

exigent des techniciens qualifiés.

Routine Maintenance Schedule

Weekly

 Using ordinary dish soap to clean the surface inside of the fume hood, and

the work surface.

 Using an appropriate glass cleaner, clean the sash and all glass surfaces.
 Operate the fume hood blower, noting the airflow velocity through the

hood using a source of visible smoke.

Monthly (or more often as required)
Mensuellement (ou plus régulièrement si nécessaire)

 Determine the actual face velocity through the sash opening of the hood

where the average reading should be at the specified velocity. (Use
calibrated thermal anemometer or other approved apparatus).

 Déterminer l’actuel flux d’aspiration à travers le sas d’entrée de la hotte où

la valeur moyenne doit être égale à la valeur spécifiée. (Utiliser un
anémomètre thermique calibré ou d’autres appareils approuvés).

 Using a damp cloth, clean the exterior surfaces of the hood, particularly

the front of the hood, to remove any accumulated dust.

 En utilisant un chiffon humidifié, nettoyer les parties extérieures de la

hotte, en particulier le devant de la hotte pour enlever la poussière
accumulée.

 Check all service valves, if so equipped, for proper operation.
 Contrôler toutes les soupapes, si présentes, pour le bon fonctionnement.
 The hood baffles should be checked for blockages behind them to ensure

that the hood is maintaining proper airflow.

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 Les déflecteurs de hotte devraient être contrôlés pour leur blocage arrière

afin d’assurer que la hotte maintient un flux d’air correct.

 All weekly activities.
 Toutes les activités hebdomadaires.

Annually
Annuellement

 Replace the lamps, if needed.
 Remplacer les lampes, si nécessaire.
 Have the fume hood recertified by a qualified certification technician. See

“Certifying the Protector Fume Hood” in Chapter 3.

 Recertifier la hotte aspirante par un technicien agréé en certification.Voir

au Chapitre 3 « Certifier la Hotte Aspirante Protecteur ».

 All monthly activities.
 Toutes les activités mensuelles.

Biannually

 The sash assembly should be checked to ensure proper operation and to

make sure there are no signs of abnormal wear on the sash pulleys, cables
and clamps.

Routine Service Operations

Front Panel Removal:

1. Simply lift the front panel up and then away from the hood to provide access

to the top.

Changing the Lamp:

1. Turn light switch to “OFF”.

2. Remove the front panel as noted earlier.

3. Reach over the front header of the hood and remove knock out plugs at both

ends of fixture. Lift fixture up.

4. Remove the lamp by pushing it out of the spring-loaded lamp socket and

swinging it out of the other lamp socket.

5. Install the new lamp by reversing the removal procedure.

S

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CHAPTER 7
MODIFYING YOUR PROTECTOR
PREMIER

There are several ways to modify the fume hood for your individual requirements.
These include the addition of work surfaces, service fixtures, air monitor,
distillation grids, electrical duplex outlets, ceiling enclosures, and rear panels.

Installing Work Surfaces

Your Protector Fume Hood requires a work surface to work properly. Contact
Labconco Customer Service for ordering information.

Figure 7-1

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Installing Ceiling Enclosures Above the

Fume Hood

Your Protector Fume Hood has mounting holes to accept a ceiling enclosure to
close off the area between the top of the hood and the ceiling. Contact Labconco
Customer Service for ordering information. Labconco offers both non-adjustable
fixed height ceiling enclosures as well as adjustable height ceiling enclosures per
the charts below. Other special sizes available upon request.

3-Sided Ceiling Enclosure Kits

The panels extend above the top of the hood to the ceiling to hide exposed ductwork, plumbing
and wiring. For any 3 ft to 8 ft Protector XL Benchtop, Premier, XStream, Stainless Steel or PVC
Fume Hood. Each kit includes three glacier white powder-coated steel ceiling enclosure panels,
one for the front of the hood and one for each side of the hood.

Configure Your Non-Adjustable Fixed Height Ceiling Enclosure Kit Catalog Number

Use this key to configure the seven digit catalog number to order your 3-Sided Fixed Height
Ceiling Enclosure Kit. For example, 9550501 is a 3-Sided Ceiling Enclosure Kit for a 5' Protector
Premier Hood with a fixed height of 12".

9 5 5 0 ___

___

___

STEP 1. Select the nominal
width of your fume hood. This

number is the fifth digit of your
catalog number.

3 = 3' (XL Benchtop only)
4 = 4'
5 = 5'
6 = 6'
7 = 7' (XL Benchtop only)
8 = 8'

STEP 2. Select the depth

based on the model chosen.
Choose 0 for Premier and 1
for XStream. Choose 1 for
PVC. Choose 0, 1 or 2 for
the correct depth of the XL
Benchtop model. Choose 0
or 1 for the correct depth of
Stainless Steel. This is the
sixth digit of your catalog
number.

STEP 3. Choose the correct
height that matches the

number. This height should
match the height between the
top of the hood and the
building ceiling. This is the
seventh digit of your catalog
number.

No.

Height

0

6"

1

12" 2 18"

3

24"

4

30" 5 36"

No.

Ext. Depth

Model

0

31.7"

Premier,

XL Benchtop,

Stainless Steel

1

37.7"

XStream,

XL Benchtop,

XL Floor-Mounted,

Stainless Steel,

PVC

2

43.7"

XL Benchtop,

XL Floor-Mounted

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Configure Your Adjustable Height Ceiling Enclosure Kit Catalog Number

Use this key to configure the seven digit catalog number to order your 3-Sided Adjustable Height
Ceiling Enclosure Kit. For example, 9425501 is a 3-Sided Ceiling Enclosure Kit for a 5' Protector
Premier Hood with a height range of 14-19".

9 4 2 5 ___

___

___

STEP 1. Select the nominal
width of your fume hood. This

number is the fifth digit of your
catalog number.

3 = 3' (XL Benchtop only)
4 = 4'
5 = 5'
6 = 6'
7 = 7' (XL Benchtop only)
8 = 8'

STEP 2. Select the depth

based on the model chosen.
Choose 0 for Premier and 1
for XStream. Choose 1 for
PVC. Choose 0, 1 or 2 for
the correct depth of the XL
Benchtop model. Choose 0
or 1 for the correct depth of
Stainless Steel. This is the
sixth digit of your catalog
number.

STEP 3. Choose the correct
height range that matches

the number. This height
range should match the
height between the top of the
hood and the building
ceiling. This is the seventh
digit of your catalog number.

Note: The previous generation listed as 9414-W-D-H is presented below to aid
product service.

9 4 1 4 W

D

H

No.

Height Range

0

11-14"

1

14-18.6"

2

18.6-24.4"

No.

Ext. Depth

Model

0

31.7"

Premier,

XL Benchtop,

Stainless Steel

1

37.7"

XStream,

XL Benchtop,

XL Floor-Mounted,

Stainless Steel,

PVC

2

43.7"

XL Benchtop,

XL Floor-Mounted

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Figure 7-2

Installing Rear Panels Behind the Fume

Hood

Your Protector Fume Hood can be modified to add a rear panel behind the fume
hood when the fume hood is placed on an island (not available on Pass-Through
Fume Hood). Contact Labconco Customer Service for ordering information.

Side Panel

(Ceiling Enclosure)

Rear Stiffener

Side Panel

(Ceiling Enclosure)

Hood Side Panel

Hood Front Panel

Front Panel

(Ceiling Enclosure)

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Installing Additional Service Fixtures

Additional service fixtures can be installed in the available service fixture holes in
both sidewalls and corner posts. The fume hood is factory set to accept up to four
valves per side. Contact Labconco Customer Service for information.

Installing Guardian™ Digital Airflow
Monitor or Guardian™ Airflow Monitor

The Guardian Airflow Monitors continuously monitor face velocity through the
fume hood opening. The fume hood right corner post is factory prepared to
mount either monitor. Contact Labconco Customer Service to order.

Distillation Grids – Field Installation

The distillation grids have been strategically placed with the vertical rod center
lines in front of the lower baffle and middle baffle. The distillation grids allow
the hood user to mount glassware, motors, stirrers, and other apparatus (not
available on Pass-Through Fume Hood). Contact Labconco Customer Service for
ordering information.

Figure 7-6

Figure 7-5 – Hose Connector

Figure 7-3 - Knob

Figure 7-4 - Valve

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Sash Stop Kit – Field Installation
(P/N 9410300)

The sash stop kit restricts how far a vertical-rising sash may be opened. This
small plastic device may be easily field installed on the fixture corner post of any
fume hood.

Upper Bypass for Premier Field Installation

The upper bypass prepares the Premier for use with variable air volume (VAV)
systems and allows the hood to use less (CFM) as detailed in Chapter 2. The part
numbers are listed below:

4' Premier Upper Bypass, P/N 9409214
5' Premier Upper Bypass, P/N 9409215
6' Premier Upper Bypass, P/N 9409216
8' Premier Upper Bypass, P/N 9409218

Installing an Electrical Duplex Outlet

Your Protector Fume Hood can be ordered with duplex outlets, however, if you
ordered a model without an electrical duplex outlet you can have one installed in
the field by a qualified electrician. Contact Labconco Customer Service for
ordering information. (Not acceptable on explosion-proof hoods).

Votre Protège-capot de fumées peut être commandé avec prises doubles,
cependant, si vous avez commandé un modèle sans prise de courant duplex, vous
pouvez en faire installer sur le terrain par un électricien qualifié. Contactez le
service clientèle Labconco pour commander. (Non acceptable sur antidéflagrants
hottes).

8' Dual Exhaust Adapters – Field Installation

The Type 304 stainless steel single exhaust adapter
allows 8' Protector Hoods to be exhausted from two
fume hood exhaust collars spaced 48" apart to a
single 12" (12.81 ID) exhaust, centered on the hood.
The single centered exhaust outlet is located 9.3"
from the rear of the hood for all 8' Protector Hoods.

For other special sizes, consult Labconco. The performance specifications for the
8' Dual Exhaust Adapters are listed below.

Catalog

No.

Description

Dimensions

(w x d x h)

Height Above

Hood (inches)

Equivalent

Resistance (feet)

Shipping

Wt. (lbs.)

9595108

Dual Exhaust 12 x 12 x

12 x 6 High Flush

63" x 14.2" x

8.5"

0

150

60

9595109

Dual Exhaust 12 x 12 x

12 x 9 High

63" x 14.2" x

11.5"

3

120

70

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CHAPTER 8

TROUBLESHOOTING

Refer to the following table if your fume hood fails to operate properly. If the
suggested corrective actions do not solve your problem, contact Labconco for
additional assistance.

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Remote blower and
lights won’t operate

Wires not connected
at junction boxes or
switches.

Check connection of switches.
Check connection to control box on top
of unit.

Circuit breakers
tripped in building
electrical supply.

Reset circuit breakers.

Remote blower

won’t operate, but

lights work

Blower wiring is
disconnected.
Belt broken

Inspect blower wiring and switch.

Replace belt.

Blower motor is
defective.

Replace blower motor.

Fume hood blower
operates but lights
will not operate

Lamp not installed
correctly.

Inspect lamp installation.

Lamp is defective.

Replace lamp.

Lamp circuit breaker
in building is tripped.

Reset the lamp circuit breaker.

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PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Fume hood blower
operates but lights
will not operate

Lamp wiring is
disconnected.

Inspect lamp wiring.
Defective lamp
ballasts.

Replace lamp ballasts.

Contaminants
outside of fume
hood

Improper user
techniques for the
fume hood.

See “Certifying the Hood” Chapter 3 and
“Safety Precautions” Chapter 4 sections

in the manual. (Ref. Appendix E)

Restriction of the
baffle air slots or –
blockage of the
exhaust outlet.

Remove baffles to ensure that all air
slots, and the exhaust outlet are
unobstructed.

External factors are
disrupting the fume
hood airflow patterns
or acting as a source
of contamination.

See “Location Requirements” Chapter 2,
“Certifying the Hood” Chapter 3, and
“Safety Precautions” Chapter 4 sections

of this manual. (Ref. Appendix E)

Fume hood has
improper face
velocity.

Have fume hood re-certified and check
remote blower exhaust system. Hood
should have average face velocity of 60­100 fpm.

Vertical sash no
longer operates
smoothly

Cable is frayed or
plastic protection is
damaged.

Inspect cable and replace cable if worn
or damaged immediately; otherwise
injury could result.

Pulley bearing is
damaged.

Replace pulley, bearing or add grease.

Cable or chain has
slipped off the
pulleys or sprockets.

Re-install, cable or chain must be
replaced immediately if damaged.

Weight has broken
pulleys or sprockets.

Replace pulleys or sprockets.

Combination A­Style sash no longer
operates smoothly

Horizontal glass
panels have come off
the tracks.

Re-install horizontal glass on tracks.

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PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Vertical sash frame is
distorted.

Place horizontal glass symmetrically and
pull sash down to air foil. Straighten
damaged frame.

Cable is frayed or has
slipped off the
pulleys.

Re-install, cable must be replaced
immediately if damaged.

Electrical duplex
outlets no longer
have power

Wires not connected
or faulty duplex.

Check wire connection or replace
duplex.

Circuit breakers
tripped in building
electrical supply.

Reset circuit breakers.

Service valves no
longer operate

Faulty building
supply.

Inspect building supply shut off valves
and appropriate pressures below the
recommended 40 PSI.

Valve no longer
operates.

Replace valve and check for leaks.

Supply line or outlet
line has leaks.

Inspect line for leaks and fix any leaking
plumbing connections.

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APPENDIX A
PROTECTOR PREMIER COMPONENTS

Illustration A-1 indicate the location of the following service parts:

Item

Quantity

Part No.

Description

1A 1 9823700

Valve, Labconco (Water) 1/4" Compression Fitting

1B 1 9823701

Valve, Labconco (Water) 3/8" Compression Fitting

1C 1 9817000

Valve, Labconco 1/4" Compression Fitting (AIR, GAS, VAC, NIT, etc.)

1D 1 9817001

Valve, Labconco 3/8" Compression Fitting (AIR, GAS, VAC, NIT, etc.)

1E 1 9823702

Valve, Labconco Deionized 1/4" Compression Fitting

1F 1 9823703

Valve, Labconco Deionized 3/8" Compression Fitting

1G 1 9818000

Nut, Valve Mounting (Labconco)

2A 1 9826800

WaterSaver Valve/Gooseneck – GRN

2B 1 9826801

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (VAC) – YEL

2C 1 9826802

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (AIR) – ORG

2D 1 9826803

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (GAS) – BLU

2E 1 9826805

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (HOT WATER) – RED

2F 1 9826806

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (CW) – GRN

2G 1 9826807

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (STEAM) – BLK

2H 1 9826808

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (NITROGEN) – BRN

2I 1 9826809

WaterSaver Valve/Connector (OXYGEN) – LIGHT GREEN

2J 1 9826810

Swivel Gooseneck only – GRN

2K 1 9826812

Swivel Gooseneck only – WHITE

3 1 9818700 thru 08

Knobs (GRAY, GRN, BLU, ORG, YEL, RED, WHT, BLK, BRN)

4A 1 9818800

Hose Barb, GRAY (NEUTRAL OR ARGON) – NOT SHOWN

4B 1 9818801

Hose Barb, GREEN (COLD WATER) – NOT SHOWN

4C 1 9818802

Hose Barb, BLUE (GAS) – NOT SHOWN

4D 1 9818803

Hose Barb, ORANGE (AIR) – NOT SHOWN

4E 1 9818804

Hose Barb, YELLOW (VACUUM) – NOT SHOWN

4F 1 9818805

Hose Barb, RED (HOT WATER) – NOT SHOWN

4G 1 9818806

Hose Barb, WHITE (DEIONIZED WATER) – NOT SHOWN

4H 1 9818807

Hose Barb, BLACK (NEUTRAL OR STEAM) – NOT SHOWN

4I 1 9818808

Hose Barb, BROWN (NITROGEN) – NOT SHOWN

4J 1 9819000

Nut, Hose Barb – NOT SHOWN

5 1 9825500

Label, Knob (contains all the labels)

6 1 9818900

Lens, Knob

7A

1

9947100, 01, 02

115V Duplex Receptacle (GRAY) Right, Left 4' - 6', Left 8' w/ wires

7B 1 9818200

Cover Plate 115V Duplex

7C

1

9947103, 04, 05

115V GFCI Duplex Receptacle (GRAY) Right 4' - 6', Left 8' w/ wires

7D 1 9818100

Cover Plate, 115V GFCI

7E 1 9818300

Cover Plate, Blank

8A 1 1297503

LED, Direct Wired T8 x 3' – newest models use on 4' & 8' Hoods –
12 watts each

8B 1 1297504

LED, Direct Wired T8 x 4' – newest models use on 5' & 6' Hoods –
22 watts each

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Item

Quantity

Part No.

Description

8C 1 9945300

LED Light Fixture, 36" – use on 4' Hoods

8D 1 9945301

LED Light Fixture, 48" – use on 5', 6' Hoods

8E 1 9945302

LED Light Fixture, 36" Combo – use on 8' Hoods

10A 1 1302301

Switch, Rocker

10B 1 1327500

Switch, Plug (Fills cutout when switch is not used)

11 1 9818400

Access Cover

12A 1 9409800

Side Panel, 24" internal deep hoods

12B 4 1885308

Screw, Machine #10-24 x .50 Phillips

13A 1 9436501

Eco-Foil 4'

13B 1 9436502

Eco-Foil 5'

13C 1 9436503

Eco-Foil 6'

13D 1 9436505

Eco-Foil 8'

13E 1 9436521

PVC Eco-Foil, 4'

13F 1 9436522

PVC Eco-Foil, 5'

13G 1 9436523

PVC Eco-Foil, 6'

13H 1 9436525

PVC Eco-Foil, 8'

14 2 1850000

Pulley, Front, 2" Dia. Nylon

15A 2 4949902

Cable, Sash 130" – NOT SHOWN

15B 2 9414010

Cable Replacement Kit 24"

15C 1 9545800

Weight Support Bracket Kit

16 2 9709300

Plastic Pulley, (Rear 2")

17 2 9713300

Bumper, Rubber (lower sash bumper) – NOT SHOWN

18 4 1934100

Bronze Bearing, Flanged Rear – NOT SHOWN

19 4 1920100

Clamp, Cable Replacement – NOT SHOWN

20 2 9935800

Threaded Connector (to attach weight to cable) – NOT SHOWN

21 1 9946300 or 01

Wiring Harness, Main

22 1 9409601, 02, 03, 05

Front Panel, 4', 5', 6', 8'

23 1 1859900

Belt-V 3L380

24A 1 1209400

Motor, 1/3 HP 4' 115V/230V (all 60 Hz)

24B 1 1209500

Motor, 1/2 HP 5' & 6' 115V/230V, 60 Hz

24C 1 1206600

Motor, 1/3 HP EP 4' 115V/230V, 60 Hz

24D 1 1208200

Motor, 1/2 HP EP 5' & 6' 115V/230V, 60 Hz

24E 1 1202400

Motor, 1/2 HP 4', 5' & 6' 230V (all 50 Hz)

25 1 4862900

Wheel, Blower

26 1 4863400

Shaft, Blower

27 2 1863000

Bearing, Pillow Block

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Figure A-1

23, 25, 26, 27

15

24

12

10, 21

5, 6

2

13 7 1

3

11

22 8 16

14 4 17

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APPENDIX B
PROTECTOR PREMIER DIMENSIONS

Figure B-1

Premier Model Widths

4'

5'

6'

8'

A

48.00

60.00

72.00

96.00

B

38.25

50.25

62.25

86.25

Dimensions in inches. CAD layouts available upon request.

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Figure B-2

Premier Integral Model Widths

4'

5'

6'

A

48.00

60.00

72.00

B

38.25

50.25

62.25

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APPENDIX C
PROTECTOR PREMIER
SPECIFICATIONS

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).

 Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed ±10% of the nominal

voltage.

 Transient over-voltages according to Installation Categories II (Over-

voltage Categories per IEC 1010). Temporary voltage spikes on the AC
input line that may be as high as 1500V for 115V models and 2500V for
230V models are allowed.

 Used in an environment of Pollution degrees 2 (i.e., where normally only

non-conductive atmospheres are present). Occasionally, however, a
temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected, in
accordance with IEC 664.

 Electrical Ratings

Volts AC

Phase

Cycle

AMP*

115 1 50/60

10

115 1 50

10

115 1 60

10

230 1 50/60

5

230 1 50

5

230 1 60

5

*Does not include current rating of receptacles.

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APPENDIX D
PROTECTOR I-S HOOD

Labconco offers Protector® I-S™ Fume Hood models installed with limit switches
for automatic Intelli-Sense Blower operation that change 3 speeds automatically
based off the sash position. The Intelli-Sense Blower low speed runs with the
rising sash from 0"-3", with the medium speed sash from 4"-19" and the high
speed sash from 20"-28"; the medium and high speed sash height positions can be
altered by 1" increments in the field between 15" and 20". The limit switches are
installed and wired per the automatic operation wiring diagrams in Appendix C.
The limit switches replace the manually operated 3-position switch. A Digital
Airflow Monitor on the Protector I-S Hood constantly monitors face velocity at
all speeds and sash positions to ensure proper hood operation. Note: The
integrated Protector I-S Hoods with limit switches are only available from the
factory due to the wiring complexity.

The integrated Protector I-S Hood models with limit switches automatically
regulate the Intelli-Sense Blower, but independent of any room controls. Room
controls such as room pressurization controls depicted in Appendix E are sold
separately and are not sold by Labconco. The Protector I-S Hood is primarily used
for small hood projects when the number of fume hoods cannot justify a complete
variable airflow volume system or VAV. The Protector I-S Hood alters the (RPM)
speed of the electronically commutated motor (ECM) blower wheel automatically
with the sash position to change speeds. Some VAV systems can degrade and
usually have annual service issues, but the Protector I-S Hood with Intelli-Sense
Blower is reliable with little maintenance as it has no belts, valves or sophisticated
controls systems. The reliable Intelli-Sense Blower has a rated bearing life of
50,000 hours (6 years) at full speed and a test life of over 150,000 hours (over 17
years).

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Please keep in mind that room controls such as room pressurization controls
(Appendix E), duct sensors, or hood exhaust volume controls are not included.
The variety of room controls MUST BE selected by the building controls
engineering department. Note: Room controls are not sold by Labconco. In
typical environments the room controls are set to a negative pressure with a range
of -0.01" to -0.05" depending on the application.

The following summarizes the Protector I-S Hood installed with limit switches for
automatic Intelli-Sense Blower operation.

 INTEGRATED – Minimal set up, pre-mounted, multi-speed MSB

controller, and pre-wired limit switches.

 INDEPENDENT – No conscious control as blower speeds change

automatically with sash position and room controls work independently.
Room controls are sold separate and not sold by Labconco.

 INTELLIGENT – The Integrated Intelli-Sense Hood becomes a Smart

Hood that adjusts 3 speeds automatically based off sash position, has built­in over-amperage adjustment to prevent overheating, provides simple
blower sizing, and provides 3 easy speed adjustments (MIN, MED, MAX)
based off MIN sash height of 0"-3", MED sash height of 4"-19", and
MAX sash height of 20"-28"; the MED and MAX sash heights can be
altered by 1" increments in the field between 15" and 20".

Protector I-S Service Parts Only

Item

Qty.

Part No.

Description – Protector I-S Unique Components

1A 1 7115010

MSB Control Box, 115V Automatic

1B 1 7115020

MSB Control Box, 230V Automatic

2 3 3832400

Limit Switch, Automatic Blower Operation

3 1 7117700

Accessory Cable, Airflow Monitor for Night Setback
(when programmed)

4 1 7116000

Power Cable, Control Box Inlet Power (from hood
lighting junction box)

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Left side upper limit switch wired for high
speed and set to activate with sash
raised 20" above work surface. The
upper limit switch can be lowered in 1"
increments between 15" and 20".

Red wire to
common.

White wire to
normally open.

Intelli-Sense Control Box
powered up and functional
without lights. Control box is
wire to incoming hood light
circuit per wiring diagram
7115810 or 7115811.

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Red wire to
common.

Left side lower
limit switch wired
for low speed.

Black wire to
normally open.

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Airflow monitor in-line
sensor, air pathway,
and wiring to monitor.

Night setback lower switch shown on right. Switch
is wired to normally open and common terminals,
and wired to air monitor input I/P1. Programmed
for “Night Setback – Input 1.”

Back of airflow
monitor.

Power to air
monitor.

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Front of airflow monitor

showing “SETBACK”

when sash is closed.

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Back of airflow monitor
night setback switch
wiring to I/P1 for Input 1.

Sensor wiring in
to air monitor.

Power in to air
monitor.

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230V Wiring Diagram – Automatic Operation

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APPENDIX E
SERIAL NUMBER TAG
DESCRIPTION

Serial tag includes standard information with the following changes:

The portion of the tag for electrical information is labeled with the following
units: Volts AC, Phase, Cycle, AMP.

Each hood will include one of the following:

Volts AC

Phase

Cycle

AMP x

115

1

50/60

10X

115 1 50

10X

115 1 60

10X

230

1

50/60

5X

230 1 50

5X

230 1 60

5X

Where may be a separate label indicating: Caution, See Manual.

The X above will be one of several possible alpha characters as defined in the
manual as follows:

X: No additional duplexes on hood, noted amperage applies.
B: This fume hood includes one additional electrical receptacle, individually

wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 115V, single phase,
60Hz, 20 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated circuit rated at
20A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same circuit with the
total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 20A electrical service
they are wired to.

C: This fume hood includes two additional electrical receptacles, individually

wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 115V, single phase,
60Hz, 20 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated circuit rated at
20A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same circuit with the
total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 20A electrical service
they are wired to.

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D: This fume hood includes three additional electrical receptacles,

individually wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 115V,
single phase, 60Hz, 20 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated
circuit rated at 20A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same
circuit with the total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 20A
electrical service they are wired to.

E: This fume hood includes four additional electrical receptacles,

individually wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 115V,
single phase, 60Hz, 20 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated
circuit rated at 20A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same
circuit with the total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 20A
electrical service they are wired to.

F: This fume hood includes one additional electrical receptacle, individually

wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V, single phase,
60Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated circuit rated at
10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same circuit with the
total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A electrical service
they are wired to.

G: This fume hood includes two additional electrical receptacles, individually

wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V, single phase,
60Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated circuit rated at
10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same circuit with the
total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A electrical service
they are wired to.

H: This fume hood includes three additional electrical receptacles,

individually wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V,
single phase, 60Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated
circuit rated at 10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same
circuit with the total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A
electrical service they are wired to.

J: This fume hood includes four additional electrical receptacles,

individually wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V,
single phase, 60Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated
circuit rated at 10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same
circuit with the total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A
electrical service they are wired to.

K: This fume hood includes one additional electrical receptacle, individually

wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V, single phase,
50Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated circuit rated at
10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same circuit with the
total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A electrical service
they are wired to.

L: This fume hood includes two additional electrical receptacles, individually

wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V, single phase,
50Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated circuit rated at
10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same circuit with the
total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A electrical service
they are wired to.

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M: This fume hood includes three additional electrical receptacles,

individually wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V,
single phase, 50Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated
circuit rated at 10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same
circuit with the total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A
electrical service they are wired to.

N: This fume hood includes four additional electrical receptacles,

individually wired to the field wired box and individually rated as 230V,
single phase, 50Hz, 10 Amps. Each duplex can be wired on a dedicated
circuit rated at 10A or the duplexes may be ganged together on the same
circuit with the total load of the ganged duplexes not exceeding the 10A
electrical service they are wired to.

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ANNEXE E
DESCRIPTION DE SÉRIE TAG NUMBER

Étiquette de série comprend des informations standard avec les modifications
suivantes:

La partie de l'étiquette d'information électrique est étiqueté avec les unités
suivantes: Volts AC, phase, cycle, AMP.

Chaque hotte comprendra une des opérations suivantes:

Volts AC

Phase

Cycle

AMP

115

1

50/60

10X

115 1 50

10X

115 1 60

10X

230

1

50/60

5X

230 1 50

5X

230 1 60

5X

Où peut-être une étiquette distincte indiquant: Attention, consultez le
manuel.

Le X ci-dessus sera l'un des plusieurs caractères alphabétiques possibles telles
que définies dans le manuel comme suit:

X: Pas de duplex supplémentaires sur le capot, noté ampérage s'applique.
B: Cette hotte comprend un réceptacle électrique supplémentaire,

individuellement raccordés aux boîtiers câblées individuellement et
classé comme 115V, monophasé, 60 Hz, 20 ampères. Chaque duplex
peut être branché sur un circuit dédié évalué à 20A ou les duplex
peuvent être groupés ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale
des duplex couplées ne dépassant pas le service électrique 20A ils sont
câblés.

C: Cette hotte comprend deux autres prises électriques, individuellement

câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé comme 115V,
monophasé, 60 Hz, 20 A. Chaque duplex peut être branché sur un
circuit dédié évalué à 20A ou les duplex peuvent être groupés ensemble
sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex couplées ne
dépassant pas le service électrique 20A ils sont câblés.

D: Cette hotte comporte trois prises électriques supplémentaires,

individuellement câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé
comme 115V, monophasé, 60 Hz, 20 A. Chaque duplex peut être
branché sur un circuit dédié évalué à 20A ou les duplex peuvent être
groupés ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex
couplées ne dépassant pas le service électrique 20A ils sont câblés.

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E: Cette hotte comprend quatre autres prises électriques, individuellement

câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé comme 115V,
monophasé, 60 Hz, 20 A. Chaque duplex peut être branché sur un
circuit dédié évalué à 20A ou les duplex peuvent être groupés ensemble
sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex couplées ne
dépassant pas le service électrique 20A ils sont câblés.

F: Cette hotte comprend un réceptacle électrique supplémentaire,

individuellement raccordés aux boîtiers câblées individuellement et
classé comme 230V, monophasé, 60 Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex
peut être branché sur un circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex
peuvent être groupés ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale
des duplex couplées ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont
câblés.

G: Cette hotte comprend deux autres prises électriques, individuellement

câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé comme 230V,
monophasé, 60 Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex peut être branché sur
un circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex peuvent être groupés
ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex couplées
ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont câblés.

H: Cette hotte comporte trois prises électriques supplémentaires,

individuellement câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé
comme 230V, monophasé, 60 Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex peut être
branché sur un circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex peuvent être
groupés ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex
couplées ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont câblés.

J: Cette hotte comprend quatre autres prises électriques, individuellement

câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé comme 230V,
monophasé, 60 Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex peut être branché sur
un circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex peuvent être groupés
ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex couplées
ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont câblés.

K: Cette hotte comprend un réceptacle électrique supplémentaire,

individuellement raccordés aux boîtiers câblées individuellement et
classé comme 230V, monophasé, 50 Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex
peut être branché sur un circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex
peuvent être groupés ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale
des duplex couplées ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont
câblés.

L: Cette hotte comprend deux autres prises électriques, individuellement

câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé comme 230V,
monophasé, 50Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex peut être branché sur un
circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex peuvent être groupés
ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex couplées
ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont câblés.

M: Cette hotte comporte trois prises électriques supplémentaires,

individuellement câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé
comme 230V, monophasé, 50Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex peut être

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branché sur un circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex peuvent être
groupés ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex
couplées ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont câblés.

N: Cette hotte comprend quatre autres prises électriques, individuellement

câblés à la boîte câblées individuellement et classé comme 230V,
monophasé, 50Hz, 10 ampères. Chaque duplex peut être branché sur un
circuit dédié classé au 10A ou les duplex peuvent être groupés
ensemble sur le même circuit que la charge totale des duplex couplées
ne dépassant pas le service électrique 10A ils sont câblés.

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APPENDIX F
REFERENCES

Many excellent reference texts and booklets are currently available. The
following is a brief listing:

Laboratory Ventilation Standards

Federal Register 29 CFR Part 1910

Non-mandatory recommendations from “Prudent Practices”.

 Fume hoods should have a continuous monitoring device
 Face velocities should be between 60-100 linear feet per minute (lfpm)
 Average 2.5 linear feet of hood space per person

Occupational Health and Safety
U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Avenue N.W.
Washington, DC 20210
[phone]

Industrial Ventilation-ACGIH

 Fume hood face velocities between 60-100 lfpm
 Maximum of 125 lfpm for radioisotope hoods
 Duct velocities of 1000-2000 fpm for vapors, gasses and smoke
 Stack discharge height 1.3-2.0 x building height
 Well designed fume hood containment loss, <0.10 ppm

Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practice.
24th Edition, 2001
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
1330 Kemper Meadow drive
Cincinnati, OH 45240-1634
[phone]

ASHRAE 110-1995 Method of Testing Performance of Fume Hoods

Evaluates fume hood’s containment characteristics

 Three part test: Smoke generation, Face velocity profile, Tracer gas release @ 4 liters

per minute

 Rated As Manufactured (AM), As Installed (AI) and As Used (AU)

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers
1791 Tullie Circle N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30329
[phone]

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ANSI Z9.5-2011 Laboratory Standard

Covers entire laboratory ventilation system.

 New and remodeled hoods shall have a monitoring device
 Ductless hoods should only be used with non-hazardous materials

American Industrial Hygiene Association
2700 Prosperity Avenue, Suite 250
Fairfax, VA 22031
[phone]

SEFA 1-2002

 Fume hood face velocities based on toxicity levels of chemicals

Class A – 125 to 150 fpm
Class B – 80 to100 fpm
Class C – 75-to 80 fpm

 Test method – face velocity profile and smoke generation

Scientific Equipment & Furniture Association
1028 Duchess Drive
McLean, VA 22102
[phone]

NFPA 45 – 2002 Fire Protection for Laboratories Using Chemicals

 Laboratory hoods should not be relied on for explosion protection
 Exhaust air from fume hoods should not be recirculated
 Services should be external to the hood
 Canopy hoods only for non-hazardous applications
 Materials of construction should have flame spread of 25 or less
 80 to 120 fpm to prevent escape

NFPA 30 – 2000 Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

 Approved cabinets may be metal or wood
 Vent location on cabinets are required
 Venting of cabinets not a requirement

National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
P.O. Box 9101
Quincy, MA 02269-9101
[phone]

General References

American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. Industrial Ventilation, A
Manual of Recommended Practice, Cincinnati, OH

ASHRAE Standard Committee. ASHRAE Standard Atlanta: ASHRAE Publications
Sales Department, 1995

British Standards Institution, Laboratory Fume Cupboards. Parts 1, 2 and 3, London:
1990

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Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 29 CFR Part
1910, Occupational Exposures to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories, Final Rule. Vol.

55, No. 21. Washington D.C.:1990

DiBerardinis. L. et al. Guides for Laboratory Design, Health and Safety Considerations.
Wiley & Sons, 1987

McDermott, Henry, Handbook of Ventilation for Contaminant Control, 2nd Edition.
Butterworth Publishers, 1985.

Miller, Brinton M. et al. Laboratory Safety: Principles and Practices. American Society
for Microbiology, Washington, D.C.: 1986

NIH Guidelines for the Laboratory Use of Chemical Carcinogens. NIH Publication No.
81-2385.

Rayburn, Stephen R. The Foundation of Laboratory Safety, A Guide for the Biomedical
Laboratory. Springer-Verlag, New York: 1990

Sax, N. Irving and Lewis, JR., Richard J. Rapid Guide to Hazardous Chemicals in the
Workplace. Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1987.

Schilt, Alfred A. Perchloric Acid and Perchlorates. The G. Frederick Smith Chemical
Company, Columbus, OH: 1979.

Steere, Norman. CRC Handbook of Laboratory Safety, 2nd Edition. CRC Press, 1971.

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APPENDIX G
VAV OPEN AREA

GUIDELINES

When integrating a Labconco fume hood into a variable air volume (VAV)
mechanical system, properly assessing the area opening of the fume hood is
critical to ensure correct controller calibration for maintaining face velocity across
all sash positions. Depending on your brand of VAV controller, you may be
prompted to enter different information to arrive at this correct area.

To simplify this requirement, Labconco offers the following step-by-step
procedure to ensure you have the correct information.

1. Locate the serial tag for your fume hood; usually on the lower right of the

sash glass.

2. Move to the section of the document below specific to your model

number.

Model numbers beginning 111, 110, 100

1. Determine the free opening area
a. Width

i. Measure the interior width of the

fume hood just behind the plane of
the sash glass and enter that here:

Width Opening _______________
inches = A

b. Height*

i. Measure the vertical distance

between the top of the lower
airfoil sill and the bottom of the
sash handle, and enter that here:

Vertical Opening _______________ inches = B

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c. Free opening area

i. Multiply the width opening times the vertical opening (A x

B), and enter that here:

Free opening area = ___________ square inches = C (sq.in)

ii. Divide this by 144 to arrive at square feet, and enter that

here:

Free opening area = ____________ square feet = C (sq.ft)

2. Determining bypass or “leakage” area
a. This is the opening width (A) times 0.34 inches (A x 0.34 = bypass

area).

Bypass area = ___________ square inches = D (sq in)

b. Divide this by 144 to arrive at square feet

Bypass area = ____________ square feet = D (sq ft)

3. Determining Total Effective Opening Area
a. This is the Free Opening Area plus the Bypass Opening Area

(C + D = Total Effective Opening Area)

Total Effective Area = _____________ square inches

Total Effective Area = _____________ square feet

* Industry standards call for sash height to be measured from the work surface, however, for the purposes of determining

free opening height, measurement is to be taken from the top of the lower airfoil sill to the bottom of the sash handle.