Labconco Bulk Powder Stations User Manual

XPert Bulk Powder Enclosures & XPert Bulk Powder Filtered Systems/Stations
Models
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Bulk Powder Enclosures
Bulk Powder Systems
Size
Access
Opening
Position
115V
230V
Size
Access
Opening
Position
115V
230V
5'
L
3963500
3963520
5'
L
3961500
3961520
C
3963501
3963521
C
3961501
3961521
R
3963502
3963522
R
3961502
3961522
6'
L
3963600
3963620
6'
L
3961600
3961620
C
3963601
3963621
C
3961601
3961621
R
3963602
3963622
R
3961602
3961622
8'
L
3963800
3963820
C
3963801
3963821
R
3963802
3963822
Bulk Powder Stations
Size
Access
Opening
Position
115V
230V
5'
L
3962500
3962520
C
3962501
3962521
R
3962502
3962522
6'
L
3962600
3962620
C
3962601
3962621
R
3962602
3962622
User’s Manual
Labconco Corporation
Please read the User’s Manual before operating the equipment.
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Copyright © 2005, 2007, 2014 Labconco Corporation. All rights reserved.
Warranty
Labconco provides a warranty on all parts and factory workmanship. The warranty includes areas of defective material and workmanship, provided such defect results from normal and proper use of the equipment. Glassware is not warranted from breakage when dropped or mishandled
The warranty for XPert™ Bulk Powder Enclosures, Systems or Stations will expire one year from date of installation or two years from date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner.
This limited warranty covers parts and labor, but not transportation and insurance charges. In the event of a warranty claim, contact Labconco Corporation or the dealer who sold you the product. If the cause is determined to be a manufacturing fault, the dealer or Labconco Corporation will repair or replace all defective parts to restore the unit to operation. Under no circumstances shall Labconco Corporation be liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages of any kind. This statement may be altered by a specific published amendment. No individual has authorization to alter the provisions of this warranty policy or its amendments. Lamps and filters are not covered by this warranty. Damage due to corrosion or accidental breakage is not covered.
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 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Central Standard Time.
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1
Typographical Conventions 1
CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES 3
Support, Vibration and Movement Requirements 4 Temperature Variation Requirements 4 Humidity and Static Electricity Requirements 4 Location and Air Current Requirements 5 Exhaust and Blower Requirements for Bulk Powder Enclosures 6 Exhaust and Blower Requirements for System/Station 7 Electrical Requirements 8 Space Requirements 8
CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED 9
Unpacking the Enclosure 10 Installing the Enclosure and Work Surface on the Lift Stand 10 Connecting to the Exhaust System 12 Connecting the Electrical Supply 16 Sealing the Upper Enclosure to the Work Surface 16 Validating the Bulk Powder Enclosure 16
CHAPTER 4: HIGH PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 17
High Performance Features 17 Safety Precautions 19
CHAPTER 5: USING YOUR ENCLOSURE 21
CHAPTER 6: MAINTAINING YOUR ENCLOSURE 25
Routine Maintenance Schedule 25 Programming the Guardian 1000 Digital Alarm 26
CHAPTER 7: ACCESSORIZING YOUR ENCLOSURE 28
Safety Sleeves 28 Retaining Bands 28 Retaining Rings 29 Fluorescent Light Kits 29 Exhaust Transition Adapters 29 Remote Blowers 30 Exhausters Dampers 31 FilterMate Portable Exhausters and Filters 32 HEPA and Trace Odor Control Filters 32 Canopy Connection 33 Additional Transport Cart 33 Shelf Kits 33 Hose Kits, Hoses and Hose Clamps 34
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 35
APPENDIX A: REPLACEMENT PARTS 38
APPENDIX B: DIMENSIONS 40
APPENDIX C: SPECIFICATIONS 43
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 44
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco XPert™ Bulk Powder Enclosure,
System or Station. Your high performance enclosure is designed to protect you by providing superior containment while conserving energy at OSHA approved velocities as low as 60 feet per minute. It is the result of Labconco’s more than 50 years of experience in manufacturing fume hoods and 30 years of experience in manufacturing filtered enclosures.
The XPert Bulk Powder Enclosures, Systems, or Stations have been engineered to provide maximum containment. They will effectively contain toxic, noxious, or other harmful materials when properly installed. The XPerts offer many unique features to enhance safety, performance, and energy savings. To take full advantage of them, please acquaint yourself with this manual and keep it handy for future reference. For specifics on the enclosure, consult the additional manual shipped with the upper portion. If you are unfamiliar with how the XPert Bulk Powder enclosures operate, please review Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety Precautions before you begin working in the enclosure. Even if you are an experienced user, please review Chapter 5: Using Your Enclosure, which describes the features, so you can use the enclosure efficiently.
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.
Typographical Conventions
Recognizing the following typographical conventions will help you understand and use this manual:
Steps required to perform a task are presented in a numbered format. Comments located in the margins provide suggestions, reminders, and
references.
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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 the enclosure.
Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are
preceded by the wrench icon. A trained certifier or contractor should only perform these operations. Failure to comply with the information following a wrench icon may result in injury to the user or permanent damage to your hood.
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.
CAUTION – See Manual. When this symbol is on the unit it indicates a
caution that is detailed in this manual.
ATTENTION - Voir manuel. Lorsque ce symbole est sur l'unité, il indique une
mise en garde qui est indiqué dans ce manuel.
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Chapter 2: Prerequisites
Before you install the enclosure, you need to prepare your site for installation. Carefully examine the location where you intend to install it. You must be certain that the area is level and of solid construction. A dedicated source of electrical power should be located near the installation site to power the enclosure. Additionally, the balance used inside the enclosure should be strategically placed in the lab to avoid environmental influences.
Carefully read this chapter to learn the requirements for your installation site:
The support, vibration and movement requirements. The temperature variation requirements. The humidity and static electricity requirements. The location and air current requirements. The exhaust and blower requirements. The electrical power requirements. The space requirements.
Refer to Appendix B: Dimensions for XPert Bulk Powder Enclosures, Filtered Systems and Filtered Stations.
Refer to Appendix C: Specifications for environmental conditions.
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Support, Vibration and Movement Requirements
The XPert Bulk Powder Enclosures all come standard with a support stand, electric lift and stainless steel work surface.
The ability for analytical balances to accommodate vibration varies with type and brand. More advanced balances have improved vibration compensation; however in the preparation of a balance enclosure site, please consider the following:
The corners of a building typically have less vibration than the center. The work surface with the Bulk Powder Enclosure should not contain any
vibration-producing equipment, such as shakers or pumps.
Although the enclosure’s work surface is a very stable platform, adding a
marble slab with dampening pads is also an effective low cost means of controlling vibration.
Temperature Variation Requirements
The extent the balance readings are influenced by temperature variations is a function of the balance design. Most manufacturers would suggest that a temperature drift of 1-2°C is generally tolerable. Only validation through your Operational Qualification protocol can define what is acceptable. To minimize the potential for temperature variations:
Never install balances near heating sources such as radiators and hot plates. Avoid incandescent lighting of the enclosure where radiant heat produced will
raise temperatures. (See Chapter 7 for adding an accessory fluorescent light kit to models without a light).
Do not place the enclosure in a location that would receive direct sunlight.
Humidity and Static Electricity Requirements
Electrostatics can be troublesome in a balance enclosure. It is important to understand and, to the extent possible, control static charges. An electrostatic charged vessel, sample or enclosure can apply forces and lead to errors in weighing. The repulsion or attraction can be detected with micro, semi micro and analytical balances. Static charges can also lead to particulates being attracted to surfaces within the balance enclosure. Containment of harmful powders, prevention of cross-contamination and clean up are all enhanced when static attraction of powders is minimized. The construction of the XPert Bulk Powder Enclosure avoids the use of plastics, which are highly insulative. The advantages to the glass and epoxy-coated metal construction are twofold.
1. The enclosure does not contribute high electrostatic forces affecting the precision of the balance.
2. The attraction and ultimate accumulation of powder (hazardous or nuisance) are minimized on the inside of the enclosure.
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Material
Surface Resistivity
Example
Conductive
0 105 per square
Skin, Metals
Static dissipative
105 109 per square
Glass
Antistatic
109 1012 per square
Polyethylene bag
Insulative
1012 per square
Acrylic, Packing foam, Styrofoam
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To correct or ensure against electrostatic issues, the following additional measures may be prescribed to improve weighing operations.
Maintain a humidity level between 45 and 60%. The ability to sustain this
humidity range can be challenging depending upon the regional climate and HVAC system.
Ionizers in various forms (guns, bars and blowers) are effective ways to flood
an area with ions and essentially “neutralize” electrostatic electricity.
Background on Electrostatics or Static Electricity
Electrostatic charges on a surface such as the wall of a balance enclosure are not created by moving air. Gases do not cause the charge. Impurities within the air impinging upon surfaces dictate the polarity and magnitude of the charge. The process, triboelectrification, occurs when the friction of the dust particles contact the surface and electrons move across the interface.
The ability of a material to become polarized is a property known as permittivity. On highly insulative materials like acrylic, ions or charged molecules are strongly bound to the surface by polarization forces. The higher the force, the higher is the permittivity value of the material. It is suggested that the use of high permittivity materials, such as plastic, be avoided.
Since static electricity is a surface phenomenon, materials can also be classified by their surface resistivity measured in ohms per square. The table below lists the surface resistivity of various classes of material.
Surface Resistively Table
Location and Air Current Requirements
The XPert Bulk Powder Enclosure has been designed to contain hazardous powders by negating typical cross drafts and movements within the opening. Air movement does not affect most modern balances with draft shields. However, as a precautionary measure of safety and a higher level of quality management, it is recommended that the enclosure be placed in such an area to avoid:
High traffic areas where walking might cause an air disturbance or be a
nuisance to balance readings.
Overhead or wall HVAC diffusers, fans, radiators or other lab equipment
producing air currents.
Next to doorways or windows that may be opened.
Do not position the unit so that it is difficult to operate the main disconnect device.
Ne placez pas l'appareil de sorte qu'il est difficile de faire fonctionner le dispositif principal de déconnexion.
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Enclosure
Width
Sash
Height
Model
Description
Face
Velocity
(fpm)
Exhaust
Volume
(CFM)
Static
Pressure
Loss (in H2O)
No. of
FilterMates
Required
Approx.
Noise Level
(dbA) at 80
fpm
5'
12"
5' XPert
Bulk
Powder
Enclosure
60 80
100
290 385 480
.20" .35" .54"
2 2 3
57-59 63-66 59-63
6'
12"
6' XPert
Bulk
Powder
Enclosure
60 80
100
350 465 580
.27" .48" .75"
2 3 3
57-61 59-62 63-67
8'
12"
8' XPert
Bulk
Powder
Enclosure
60 80
100
465 620 775
.15" .27" .42"
3 3 3
59-62 63-67 70-75
Exhaust and Blower Requirements for Bulk Powder Enclosures
The exhaust connection has been designed to accept a 2" x 10" (5.1cm x 25.4cm) nominal exhaust collar. Labconco offers accessory transition adapters for the top exhaust connection to either a 5" dia. hose or 6" dia. duct. When using the accessory FilterMate Portable Exhausters, it requires the 5" Transition Adapter 3912400 which is sold with the FilterMate. Multiple FilterMate Portable Exhausters require the airflow to be properly balanced. The 5', 6' and 8' enclosures require two or three FilterMate Portable Exhausters dependent on face velocity and size. See the following chart and refer to Chapter 3 for installation startup. See Chapter 7 for ordering any of these accessories, FilterMate Portable Exhausters or remote blowers.
Only one exhaust connection is required for the 5' and 6' enclosures when connecting to house exhaust. Two exhaust connections are required for the 8' enclosure when connecting to house exhaust. A 3981600 Exhaust Transition (6" x 6" x 8") may be used for the 8' enclosure connected to house exhaust. Data for the exhaust volume and enclosure static pressure loss is listed for each enclosure model at face velocities of 60, 80 and 100 fpm.
Proper blower selection can be determined from these exhaust requirements and the total system static pressure loss. The enclosure must be connected to either a dedicated blower, a house exhaust system or dedicated filtered exhausters, such as FilterMate Portable Exhausters. Labconco offers accessory remote blowers and FilterMate Portable Exhausters listed in Chapter 7.
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Enclosure Width
Model Description
Face
Velocity
(fpm)
Exhaust
Volume
(CFM)
XPert Station
Initial Static
Pressure Loss with
HEPA Filter (in
H2O)
XPert System
Max.
Equivalent
Resistance of
10" Duct (ft)
XPert
System
Max.
External
Static
Pressure
XPert
System
Noise
Pressure
db(A)
5'
5' XPert Bulk Powder
Filtered Balance System
or Station
60 80
100
290 385 480
.38"-.46" .55"-.67" .72"-.85"
450 230 120
.22" .20" .15"
52-56 58-63 63-67
6'
6' XPert Bulk Powder
Filtered Balance System
or Station
60 80
100
350 465 580
.46"-.56" .67"-.81"
.87"-1.03"
300 150
70
.20" .18" .13"
55-57 61-63 67-69
Exhaust and Blower Requirements
Bulk Powder Filtered System
The XPert Bulk Powder Filtered Balance System uses an integral motorized impeller to draw room air past the operator and through the enclosure. This contaminated air is then pulled through the rear perforated baffle and pushed through the HEPA filter. The HEPA-filtered exhaust air is then forced out the top of the enclosure. An optional carbon filter may be installed on the downstream side of the HEPA filter located under the exhaust diffuser screen to protect against nuisance odors.
The HEPA-filtered exhaust air can be re-circulated into the laboratory or exhausted outside with the addition of the Thimble Exhaust Connection and remote blower listed in Chapter 7.
Bulk Powder Filtered Station
The XPert Bulk Powder Filtered Balance Station does not include the motorized impeller and must be exhausted to the outside by a remote blower. The remote blower may be activated from the blower switch on the enclosure. See Electrical Requirements in Chapter 2 and Electrical Supply Connections in Chapter 3. Only one 10" dia. exhaust connection is required for the 5' and 6' XPert Filtered Balance Stations to exhaust to the outside.
Data for the exhaust volume, noise pressure and enclosure static pressure loss is listed for each filtered enclosure model at face velocities of 60, 80, and 100 fpm.
Proper blower selection may be determined from these exhaust requirements and the total system static pressure loss. For outside exhaust, the enclosure must be connected to either a dedicated blower or a house exhaust system.
Labconco offers accessory remote blowers listed in Chapter 7. Contact Labconco for blower sizing assistance.
If the enclosure is connected directly to a house exhaust system, an adjustable damper (or valve) must be installed to control the airflow properly. This is equally important when a house exhaust system is controlling filtered enclosures. See Chapter 7 for accessory Adjustable Damper ordering information.
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If the enclosure is connected directly to a house exhaust system, an adjustable damper (or valve) must be installed to control the airflow properly. This is equally important when a house exhaust system is controlling multiple filtered enclosures. See Chapter 7 for accessory adjustable damper ordering information.
Electrical Requirements
Standard duplex electrical receptacles rated for 115V, 12A or 230V, 6A should be nearby for connecting the XPert Bulk Powder Enclosure. Other equipment, such as a balance, can be connected to the four-plex electrical box located underneath the stainless steel work surface. The four-plex electrical box has four outlets rated at 115V, 12 A or 230V, 6 A. The XPert Filtered System/Station or accessory FilterMate Portable Exhausters can also be powered through the four-plex electrical box for your convenience. The enclosures include iris pass-through to allow electrical cords through the back of the enclosure without leaving a large hole for contaminants to escape.
XPert Station Only
The remote blower for the XPert Filtered Balance Station may be connected to the blower switch on the enclosure. The blower switch is connected to a relay with wires that are terminated in the junction box behind the front panel. We recommend a maximum amperage of 9 amps, 115V or 4.5 amps, 230V for this circuit to the remote blower. Please refer to the wiring diagram on the unit. Connect the blower wires inside the junction box to the remote blower per local electrical codes.
Space Requirements
The dimensions for the different models are shown in Appendix B: Dimensions. Leave 6-12" around the enclosure for proper airflow.
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Chapter 3
Getting Started
Now that the site for your XPert Bulk Powder Enclosure is properly prepared, you are ready to unpack, inspect, install, and validate your system. Read this chapter to learn how to:
Unpack and move the enclosure. Set up the enclosure with the support lift stand and work surface. Connect to an exhaust system (if necessary). Connect the electrical supply. Set the face velocity. Seal the enclosure to the work surface. Arrange validation for the enclosure.
Depending upon which model you are installing, you may need common plumbing and electrical installation tools in addition to 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 upper portion of the enclosure models with attached work surfaces weigh between 100 to 550 lbs. each (45 to 248 kg). The lift stands weigh between 380 to 500 lbs. each (171 to 225 kg). The shipping container allows for lifting with a mechanical lift truck or floor jack. If you must lift manually, follow safe-lifting
guidelines. Do not lift by the front or side air foils.
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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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Unpacking the Enclosure
Carefully remove the crating and shrink-wrap on the enclosure and inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. Your XPert Powder Enclosure, System, or Station is shipped as three separate parts: the lift stand, the transfer cart and the upper enclosure. If 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 ENCLOSURE 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 packing material until you have checked all of the components and tested the unit.
We recommend that you do not remove the enclosure from its shipping container 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 enclosure by tilting it onto a hand truck.
Installing the Enclosure and Work Surface on the Lift Stand
Use caution when lifting or moving the upper enclosure or lift stand. A hydraulic lift, electric lift or forklift is highly recommended.
See Figure 3-1 for installation.
1. The lift stand has leveling feet to adjust the height. Be sure the lift stand height will allow the transfer caddy to latch properly. The lower face of the
transfer cart’s square handle must be placed level with the lower side of the
2" sq. frame on the lift stand. This adjustment allows the transfer cart to engage properly. (see Figure 3-1)
2. The stainless steel work surface and upper portion of the enclosure are shipped as one unit and connected by fasteners. Slide both items as one unit onto the lift stand. It is easy to do this by elevating both items with a hydraulic lift table or forklift.
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3. Use the bolts and screws detailed below to secure the stainless steel work surface to the lift stand from underneath; these bolts and screws are provided and shipped with the XPert Bulk Powder. The work
surface has concealed fasteners for the bolts and screws located on the underneath side. The long bolts are used to pass through the 2" sq. tubing and the shorter fasteners are only used in the middle near the hole in the work surface.
Fastening Hardware for Step 3:
1. 1880740, Quantity 8, Hex Bolt ¼-20 x 2.5
2. 1880708, Quantity 3, Hex Head Screw ¼-20 x 0.5
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