Intelli-Sense MSB Blower – No Controls (used for
replacement or Integrated Intelli-Sense Hoods)
All 50/60 Hz
All 50/60 Hz
CS 10"
7061110-115v, -20-230v
7061111-115v, -21-230v
CS 12"
7061112-115v, -22-230v
7061113-115v, -23-230v
Complete Intelli-Sense MSB
Blower with Controls
Intelli-Sense MSB Blower – No Controls (used for
replacement or Integrated Intelli-Sense Hoods)
All 50/60 Hz
All 50/60 Hz
FRP 10"
7181810-115v, -20-230v
7181811-115v, -21-230v
FRP 12"
7181812-115v, -22-230v
7181813-115v, -23-230v
Complete Intelli-Sense MSB
Blower with Controls
Intelli-Sense MSB Blower – No Controls (used for
replacement or Integrated Intelli-Sense Hoods)
All 50/60 Hz
All 50/60 Hz
PVC 10"
7183410-115v, -20-230v
7183411-115v, -21-230v
PVC 12"
7183412-115v, -22-230v
7183413-115v, -23-230v
Intelli-Sense™ Multi-Speed
Coated Steel Models
Blowers
Fiberglass Models
PVC Models
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 Intelli-Sense™ Multi-Speed Blowers 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.
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.
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1
About This Manual 2
Typographical Conventions 3
CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES 5
Location Requirements 5
Mounting Support Requirements 6
Electrical Power Requirements 6
Controls Wiring 6
Space Requirements 6
CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED 7
Unpacking Your Blower 7
Install Blower on a Supporting Structure 8
Adjust Blower Outlet Orientation 8
Install Exhaust Run with Vibration Dampers 9
Connect Blower Inlet for Coated Steel Blowers 9
Connect Blower Inlet for Fiberglass Blowers 9
Connect Blower Inlet for PVC Blowers 9
Connect PVC Blower Drain 10
Connect to the Blower Outlet 10
For Coated Steel Blowers 13
For Fiberglass Blowers 13
For PVC Blowers 13
Connect to the Electrical Supply Source 14
Modify the Fume Hood Controls and Install the
MSB Control Box 15
Adjust Fan Speed and Confirm Performance 21
CHAPTER 4: PERFORMANCE DATA & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS23Specifications and Performance Data 23
Blower Curves 24
Safety Precautions 30
CHAPTER 5: USING YOUR BLOWER 31
CHAPTER 6: MAINTAINING YOUR BLOWER 33
Routine Maintenance 33
Motor 33
Bearings 34
Coupler 34
Common Service Operations 34
CHAPTER 7: MODIFYING YOUR BLOWER, CALCULATING
STATIC PRESSURE LOSS, AND BLOWER SIZING 35
Airflow Monitors for Fume Hoods 35
Two Main Blower Modifications 36
Additional Modifications by Adding Ductwork Accessories 36
Blower Sizing Example 36
Sizes and Pressure Losses in Thermoplastic Duct 37
Typical Fume Removal System 38
Thermoplastic Duct 39
Duct Couplings, Female 39
Duct Couplings, Male 39
Elbows 39
Thermoplastic Duct Reducers 40
Zero Pressure Weathercaps 40
Spiral Tube 40
Manual Duct Dampers 40
Flexible Duct Connections 41
Blower Transition Adaptors 41
Auxiliary-Air Transition Adaptor 41
T and Y Connections 41
Accessories for Basic 47 Hoods 42
Exhaust Transition Adaptor 42
Accessories for Perchloric Acid Applications 42
Wash Rings 42
Accessories for Pathogens, Organic Vapors and Odor Control Applications 42
HEPA Filter Packs 42
Charcoal Filter Packs 42
Backdraft Dampers 43
Bird Screens 43
APPENDIX E: TYPICAL LABORATORY CONTROLS WITH
INDIVIDUAL INTELLI-SENSE BLOWERS 67
APPENDIX F: TYPICAL PERCHLORIC ACID HOOD
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM 68
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CHAPTER1INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Intelli-Sense Multi-Speed Blower
(MSB). Your MSB with electronically commutated motor (ECM) has been
specifically engineered to meet the demanding requirements of most laboratory
ventilation situations associated with fume hood and enclosure exhaust. The
outside steel housing of the blower encloses the UL listed ECM motor, shaft,
junction box wiring, and bearings. The MSB also includes a fume hood blower
control box to be located on top of the fume hood, inlet power control cable, three
position switch replacement, and fume hood switch label replacement.
The contaminated air housing of the Coated Steel Blower has a protective phenolic
coating. The Fiberglass Blower features a fiberglass reinforced polyester housing
and an injection molded polypropylene impeller. The PVC Blower housing is
formed out of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and the impeller wheel is injection molded
polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF). The MSB’s feature cooling vents and weather
cover that allow for unrestricted exterior roof mounting. The blowers also feature
forward curved impellers to ensure quiet operation and optimum air delivery.
All Multi-Speed Blowers utilize a direct drive ECM motor that uses 1/3 less
energy than typical AC belt drive motors. ECM’s run approximately 95% efficient
whereas AC motors run about 60% efficient. Multi-Speed Blowers make it easy to
size fume hood blower systems as they cover a much broader speed range. For
most applications, the Intelli-Sense Blower is typically used for only one fume
hood. The Intelli-Sense Multi-Speed Blower with two or three position operation
can be used in standby mode or night setback mode and set to exhaust at a
minimum flow rate with the fume hood sash closed. Two or three speed blower
systems should be considered when the total number of fume hoods does not
financially substantiate the start-up costs of a variable air volume (VAV) system.
Two or three position blower systems are less expensive to install and still provide
an air volume reduction. Please reference Appendix E for typical laboratory
controls with individual Intelli-Sense Blowers. Please refer to Chapter 8 for
Integrated Intelli-Sense Hoods supplied with limit switches for automatic IntelliSense Blower operation. Studies have shown that fume hoods on two or three
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position systems can reduce air flow (CFM) by 50-70% per year. For example, a 6ft fume hood operating 24 hours a day at 100fpm (735 CFM at $7/CFM/Yr) at the
18-in sash height at constant volume can cost $5145 per year to operate, but with a
MSB used 4 hours per day and the remaining 20 hours a day in standby mode
would cost only $2578 per year to operate, saving $2567 per hood annually. For
this example, the $2567 annual savings is 50%.
Your Multi-Speed Blower offers many unique features to enhance performance.
To take full advantage of them, acquaint yourself with this manual and keep it
handy for future reference. If you are unfamiliar with how blowers operate, review
Chapter 4: Performance Data and Safety Precautions before you begin operating
the blower. Even if you are experienced, review Chapter 5: Using your Blower.
If the unit is not operated as specified in this manual it may
impair the protection provided by the unit.
Si l'appareil n'est pas utilisé comme spécifié dans ce manuel, il
peut compromettre la protection offerte par l'appareil.
About This Manual
This manual will help you learn how to install, use, and maintain your blower.
Instructions for installing optional equipment on your blower are also included.
Chapter 1: Introduction provides a brief overview of the blower, 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 blower. Electrical and service requirements are discussed.
Chapter 3: Getting Started contains the information you need to properly unpack,
inspect, install and certify your blower.
Chapter 4: Performance Data and Safety Precautions explains how the blower
operates and the appropriate precautions you should take when using the blower.
Chapter 5: Using your Blower discusses basic operation.
Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Blower explains how to perform routine
maintenance on your blower.
Chapter 7: Modifying Your Blower, Calculating Static Pressure Loss, and Blower
Sizing explains how to modify the blower or add ductwork accessories.
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Chapter 8: Troubleshooting contains a table of situations you may encounter
while using your blower including the probable causes of the problems and
suggested corrective actions.
Appendix A: Blower Replacement Parts contains labeled diagrams of all of the
components of the blowers.
Appendix B: Blower Dimensions contains comprehensive diagrams showing all of
the dimensions for the various blowers.
Appendix C: Blower Environmental Conditions contains the environmental
conditions to operate the blower.
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 the Blower.
L'information critique est présenté en caractères gras dans les paragraphes qui
sont précédés de l'icône d'exclamation. Le non respect de l'information suite à
un point d'exclamation peut entraîner des blessures à l'utilisateur ou des
dommages permanents au ventilateur.
Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs that are
preceded by the wrench icon. Only a trained certifier or contractor should
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
Blower.
L'information critique est présenté en caractères gras dans les paragraphes qui
sont précédés de l'icône de la clé. Seul un certificateur ou un entrepreneur
qualifié doit effectuer ces opérations. Le non respect de l'information suite à
une icône de la clé peut entraîner des blessures à l'utilisateur ou des dommages
permanents à votre ventilateur.
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 letter icon precedes information that is specific to a particular blower model.
The CS icon indicates the text is specific to the Coated Steel Blower.
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FRP
PVC
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The FRP icon indicates the text is specific to the Fiberglass Blower.
The PVC icon indicates the text is specific to the PVC Blower.
CAUTION – See Manual. When this symbol is on the unit it indicates a
caution that is detailed in this manual.
ATTENTION – Voir le manuel. Lorsque ce symbole est allumé l'unité, il
indique une mise en garde qui est détaillée dans ce manuel.
CAUTION – Hot Surface.
AVERTIR – Surface Chaude
If you would like to review how blowers operate, or their differentiating features
go to Chapter 4: Performance Data and Safety Precautions.
For information on the operational characteristics of the blower, go to Chapter 5: Using your Blower.
If your blower is installed and you need to perform routine maintenance on the
blower, proceed to Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Blower.
For information on making modifications to the configuration of your blower, go
to Chapter 7: Modifying Your Blower, Calculating Static Pressure Loss, and Blower Sizing.
Refer to Chapter 8: Troubleshooting if you are experiencing problems with your
blower.
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CHAPTER2
PREREQUISITES
Before you install your blower, you need to prepare your site for installation. A
dedicated source of electrical power must be located near the installation site.
Carefully read this chapter to learn:
The location requirements for your installation site.
The mounting support requirements for your installation site.
The electrical power requirements for your installation site.
The fume hood controls, controls wiring, and controls modifications for
your installation site.
The space requirements for your installation site.
Refer to Appendix B: Blower Dimensions for complete blower dimensions.
Refer to Appendix C: Blower Environmental Conditions for complete
environmental conditions and wiring diagram.
Location Requirements
In positioning your blower, care should be taken to make sure that it is away from
all other types of air handling equipment (intake fans, air conditioning units, etc.).
Your blower should also include a minimum of 7 ft. of ducting above the roofline
to generate proper air dispersion of materials being exhausted through the blower.
Also consider the location of the blower inlet with respect to the hood you are
exhausting. Proper planning and layout are essential in selecting a blower
location.
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Mounting Support Requirements
You must provide vibration isolators, vibration mounting pads, and/or a roof curb
support for proper mounting of the blower. Vibration isolators or vibration
mounting pads are available from many sources such as a local industrial supply
company. Labconco recommends supporting the blower with 5/16" diameter
mounting hardware.
Electrical Power Requirements
Please refer to the wiring diagrams in Appendix C. The exterior blower wiring
should be terminated at the junction box located inside the blower housing. The
outside blower weather cover is removed to access the junction box. The MSB
blower is wired according to the specific voltage and terminations on the motor
and blower model. Locate the specific wiring voltage for your blower motor on
the instruction manual cover and in the charts in Chapter 4: Performance Data and Safety Precautions. All MSB blowers operate at a maximum of 10 full load amps
for 115V and 6 full load amps for 230V.
Controls Wiring Requirements
Please refer to the wiring diagrams in Appendix C. The MSB comes with the
Intelli-Sense MSB Control Box, controls cable, power inlet cable, 3-position
switch, and 3-position switch label. The power for the MSB Control Box comes
from the light circuit on the fume hood. The controls wiring for the MSB requires
a fume hood modification to add the control cable from the 3-position switch/label.
A shielded cable (Belden 9940, 22 GA, 4 conductor shielded or equal) from the
roof blower junction box must be run to the MSB Control Box per the wiring
diagram and wiring detail in Appendix C. If needed, refer to the diagram in
Appendix E that further depicts the controls needed for a typical laboratory with
individual Intelli-Sense blowers.
Space Requirements
The dimensions for the different models are shown in Appendix B: Blower
Dimensions.
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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.
CHAPTER3
GETTINGSTARTED
Now you are ready to unpack, inspect, and install the blower. Read this chapter to
learn how to:
Unpack and move your blower.
Install the blower on a supporting structure.
Adjust the blower outlet orientation.
Install the exhaust run with vibration dampers.
Connect to the blower inlet.
Connect to the blower outlet.
Connect the electrical supply source.
Modify the fume hood controls and install the MSB Control Box.
Adjust the fan speed and confirm blower performance.
Connect the PVC Blower drain. (PVC Blowers only)
Unpacking Your Blower
Carefully remove the shipping carton from your blower. Inspect the blower for
damage that may have occurred in transit. If the blower 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.
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IF YOUR BLOWER WAS DAMAGED IN TRANSIT, YOU
MUST FILE A CLAIM DIRECTLY WITH THE FREIGHT
CARRIER. LABCONCO CORPORATION AND ITS
DEALERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING
DAMAGE.
Do not discard the packing material for your blower until you have installed and
tested the blower.
Install the Blower on a Supporting
Structure
Now that you have located your blower as instructed in Chapter2: Prerequisites,
you are ready to mount the blower on a roof curb support. Additionally, you may
isolate the blower by mounting the blower on either vibration isolators or vibration
mounting pads, which are available from a local industrial supply company. The
supporting structure is custom for each installation. Labconco recommends
supporting the blower with 5/16" diameter mounting hardware. See Appendix B: Blower Dimensions for appropriate mounting hole locations for your particular
blower.
Adjust the Blower Outlet Orientation
The housing on your blower can be rotated to facilitate your duct run
configuration. By rotating the blower housing, you will be able to change the
blower outlet location on your blower. The Coated Steel Blowers can be rotated to
one of eight different positions and the Fiberglass or PVC Blowers can be rotated
to one of three different positions. See the drawings in Appendix A to locate the
parts to disassemble. To rotate the blower housing, proceed as follows:
1. Remove the upper weathercover panel, which has louvers.
2. Once removed, you have complete access to the 8 fasteners that hold your
blower housing assembly in position. Removing these fasteners allows you
to rotate the housing to one of the other desired outlet positions. Then
insert the 8 fasteners and secure the blower housing in that specific
position.
3. Reinstall the upper weathercover panel and you are ready for operation.
HINT:Most blowers are installed for upward discharge.
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Install the Exhaust Run with Vibration
Dampers
Rubber isolation sleeves may be used in your exhaust duct run prior to entering the
blower inlet. These isolation sleeves dampen vibration that is being generated by
the blower and decrease noise level at the fume hood. See the flexible duct
connections listed in Chapter 7.
Connect to the Blower Inlet for Coated
Steel Blowers
10" Coated Steel Blowers feature a 10-7/8" ID by 1-1/2" wide circular inlet ring.
This inlet ring is suitable for use with 10-inch diameter PVC ductwork. The PVC
ductwork itself will fit inside the inlet ring and should be fastened by sheet metal
screws through the inlet ring. A silicone sealant should also be used to seal
between the ductwork and the blower inlet ring to prevent any air or moisture
leakage.
12" Coated Steel Blowers feature a 12-1/4" OD by 1-1/2" wide inlet ring, which is
suitable for use with 12-inch diameter PVC ductwork. The 12-inch diameter PVC
ductwork will fit over the inlet ring on the blower and should be fastened in
position by sheet metal screws into the metal ring.
Connect to the Blower Inlet for Fiberglass
Blowers
10" Fiberglass Blowers feature a 10-3/8" OD inlet ring. This inlet ring is suitable
for use with 10-inch diameter PVC ductwork. The PVC ductwork will fit outside
the inlet ring and should be fastened by sheet metal screws through the fiberglass
inlet ring. A silicone sealant is to be used to seal between the ductwork and the
blower inlet ring to prevent air or moisture leakage.
12" Fiberglass Blowers feature 12-3/8" OD inlet ring, which is suitable for use
with 12-inch diameter PVC ductwork. The 12-inch diameter PVC ductwork will
fit over the inlet ring on the blower and fastened by sheet metal screws through the
fiberglass inlet ring.
Connect to the Blower Inlet for PVC Blowers
10" PVC Blowers feature a 10-3/8" OD inlet ring. This inlet ring is suitable for
use with 10-inch diameter PVC ductwork. The PVC ductwork will fit outside the
inlet ring through the PVC inlet ring. A silicone sealant should also be used to seal
between the ductwork and the blower inlet ring to prevent air or moisture leakage.
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12" PVC Blowers feature a 12-3/8" OD inlet ring, which is suitable for use with
12-inch diameter PVC ductwork. The 12-inch diameter PVC ductwork will fit
over the inlet ring on the blower and should be fastened in position by sheet metal
screws into the fiberglass ring.
Connect the PVC Blower Drain
The PVC Blower has a 1/2" NPT drain connection in the bottom of the housing.
When this connection is used, it should be directed into a proper drain or into the
exhaust duct for proper disposal.
CAUTION: Draining the blower housing directly onto the roof may
cause damage to your roof due to the corrosive chemicals exhausted.
ATTENTION: Vidange du carter de la soufflante directement
sur le toit peut causer des dommages à votre toit en raison des
produits chimiques corrosifs épuisé.
Connect to the Blower Outlet
Before proceeding with the blower outlet connection, read the two warnings and
follow the suggested pictures listed next:
WARNING: Should your exhaust stack, on the outlet side of
the exhaust blower, extend over 7 feet, both guy wires and
additional structural supports are required to carry the weight
of this ductwork. The guy wires must be substantial enough to
support the exhaust stack against high wind velocities. See
photos on next page.
ATTENTION: Si votre cheminée d'échappement, sur le côté de
sortie du ventilateur d'évacuation, s'étendent sur 7 pieds, les
deux haubans et les supports structuraux supplémentaires sont
nécessaires pour supporter le poids de cette canalisation. Les
haubans doivent être suffisamment importants pour soutenir la
cheminée d'échappement contre la vitesse des vents élevés. Voir
les photos à la page suivante.
HINT: An exhaust damper either before or after the MSB
Blower is very useful for fine tuning the airflow.
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Good Installation – Picture 1
Two-piece C-clamp coupler supports
exhaust duct diameter to secure weight load
of duct picked up by structural support.
Structural support is connected to C-clamp coupler.
Note: Duct diameters, duct materials,
and heights change and Labconco
does not carry the structural supports
or guy wires.
Guy wires from 3 sides are supported
off the roof to prevent wind velocities
from deflecting the exhaust duct.
Blower damage can occur without
structural supports and guy wires.
(Please note the crooked exhaust duct
when installed without structural
supports and without guy wires.)
Good Installation – Picture 2
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Poor Installation – Picture 3
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Five Typical Blowers
Typical 3-piece turnbuckle
connected to structural frame.
Typical structural frame to
support exhaust duct and
resist wind damage.
Good Installation – Picture 4
Note: Duct diameters, duct materials, and heights change and Labconco does not carry
the structural supports or guy wires.
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For Coated Steel Blowers
10" Coated Steel Blowers include a 10" by 5-1/2" rectangular outlet. A
rectangular to round Transition Adaptor, Labconco part number 4722401, adapts
the outlet connection to accept 10-inch diameter PVC ductwork Transition
Adaptor. Labconco part number 4722400 adapts the outlet on these blowers to
accept 8-inch diameter PVC ductwork.
12" Coated Steel Blowers include a 13-1/2" by 7" rectangular outlet. Transition
Adaptor, Labconco part number 7003400, adapts the outlet of these blowers to
accept 12-inch diameter PVC ductwork.
For Fiberglass Blowers
10" Fiberglass Blowers feature a 10-3/4" ID outlet connection. Ten-inch diameter
ductwork will slip into this connection and should be held by sheet metal screws
through the housing. Silicone sealant should be used to seal any air leaks between
the duct and blower outlet connection.
12" Fiberglass Blowers feature a 12-3/4" ID outlet connection. Twelve-inch
diameter ductwork will slip into this connection and should be held by sheet metal
screws through the housing. Silicone sealant should be used to seal any air leaks
between the duct and blower outlet connection.
For PVC Blowers
10" PVC Blowers feature a 10-3/4" ID outlet connection. Ten-inch diameter
ductwork will slip into this connection and should be held by sheet metal screws
through the housing. Silicone sealant should be used to seal any air leaks between
the duct and blower outlet connection.
12" PVC Blowers feature a 12-3/4" ID outlet connection. Twelve-inch diameter
ductwork will slip into this connection and should be held by sheet metal screws
through the housing. Silicone sealant should be used to seal any air leaks between
the duct and blower outlet connection.
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Connect to the Electrical Supply Source
The main electrical power supply connection for the MSB is made directly at the
junction box underneath the outer weather cover and below the ECM motor. Refer
to wiring detail and wiring diagrams in Appendix C. Remove the weather cover
from the MSB and wire directly to the power wires inside the outside junction box
located beneath the ECM motor. A knockout has also been provided on the side of
the j-box for this purpose.
Access the j-box by removing the top weathercover of the blower base. This
weathercover is held in position by machine screws, and once they have been
removed, you will have access to the j-box of your blower.
CAUTION: Inspect the MSB blower nameplate voltage and
model number carefully prior to connecting your electrical
service. The wiring harness determines the voltage. The 115V
harness is 7115300 and the 230V harness is 7115301 per wiring
diagrams in Appendix C.
ATTENTION: Vérifiez la tension nominale ventilateur MSB et
le numéro de modèle attentivement avant de brancher votre
service électrique. Le câblage détermine la tension. Le harnais
de 115V est 7115300 et le faisceau de 230V est 7115301 par les
schémas de câblage à l'annexe C.
The blower base end panel is positioned above the blower base to allow for a
continuous flow of cooling air through the motor cavity. Slots and louvers have
also been placed on both the front and back of the blower base to provide airflow
through this motor cavity. Because there is a gap between the end panel and the
base, you will be able to run your electrical conduit directly underneath this panel.
No special cutouts or modifications are necessary.
NOTE: WHEN THE WIRING FOR YOUR BLOWER HAS
BEEN COMPLETED, CHECK FOR PROPER MOTOR
ROTATION. THE MOTOR SHOULD OPERATE IN A
CLOCKWISE ROTATION AS VIEWED FROM THE SHAFT
SIDE TO OBTAIN PROPER ROTATION OF THE IMPELLER
WHEEL. WHEN IN OPERATION, THE IMPELLER SHOULD
ROTATE COUNTERCLOCKWISE WHEN VIEWED FROM
THE BLOWER INLET.
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Switch Options
Mode A
Mode B
Mode C
MAX
MAX
MAX MED
MIN
OFF MIN
OFF
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CAUTION: This blower contains an electrical motor, which
requires proper electrical connection per the countries National
Electrical Code to prevent hazards. The National Electrical
Code and local codes may require that a circuit disconnect,
overload protection, and short circuit protection be included in
the installation. The unit should be connected by a licensed
electrician.
ATTENTION: Ce ventilateur contient un moteur électrique, ce
qui nécessite une bonne connexion électrique par les pays
National Electrical Code de prévention des risques. Le National
Electrical Code et les codes locaux peuvent exiger que la
déconnexion du circuit, protection de surcharge, et la protection
de court-circuit sont inclus dans l'installation. L'appareil doit
être raccordé par un électricien agréé.
Modify the Fume Hood Controls and
Install the MSB Blower Control Box
Labconco Intelli-Sense Blowers require control circuitry to vary the speed and set
up the fume hood for two or three speed operation. If desired, the MSB can still be
set up for simple ON/OFF operation. The three switch options are listed below
and on the wiring diagrams in Appendix C.
Follow these steps to properly install the control circuitry per the wiring diagrams
in Appendix C. Note: If using the Integrated Intelli-Sense Hood supplied with limit
switches for automatic Intelli-Sense Blower operation, then refer to Chapter 8 and
only follow steps 1, 2, 4, 11, and 12.
1. Ensure the power is turned off at the roof disconnect and at the fume hood.
2. With shielded wire (Belden 9940, 22 GA, 4 conductor shielded or equal),
run the control wires from the roof mounted junction box beneath the ECM
motor to the top of the fume hood.
3. With the two self-tapping screws provided, mount the MSB Control Box to
the back of the light support per diagrams, Figure 3-1 through 3-8.
4. Crimp the shielded control wire from the roof mounted blower to the MSB
Control box per the wiring detail and wiring diagrams in Appendix C. As
needed, reference Appendix E for installation.
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5. Run the MSB Control Box Power Cable with the IEC inlet from the control
box to the junction box on the fume hood and connect to the fume hood
light circuit per wiring detail and wirings diagram in Appendix C.
6. If two or three position blower setting is desired, remove the blower switch
and blower switch label from the fume hood. For simple ON/OFF, skip
this step.
7. Ensure that the power to the unit is shut off and then remove the existing
wires to the blower switch. Important: Prevent the existing wires to the blower switch from causing interference with the sash. Attach one
jumper 7115400 to the blower cable wire terminals and another jumper
7115400 to the monitor cable terminals.
8. Install the new blower switch label, blower switch, and blower switch
retainer. If needed, blower switch cutout is 0.83" x 1.45" (2.1 cm x 3.7 cm).
9. Connect the MSB Control Cable wires to the new blower switch as follows.
On one half of the switch:
a. Connect the White wire to the top terminal
b. Connect the Red wire to the middle terminal.
c. Connect the Black wire to the bottom terminal.
d. Reference Appendix C and Appendix E for wiring details.
10. If Night Setback mode is desired for an airflow monitor, connect harness
7117700 to the top two terminals on the unused half of the new blower
switch. The other end of 7117700 connects to the Night Setback input of
the airflow monitor. See Chapter 7.
11. All electrical connections to the roof mounted blower, the MSB Control
Box, and switch wiring should be intact.
12. Restore power to the roof mounted blower and the fume hood.
Figure 3-1
MSB Control Box – Manual Blower Switch
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MSB
Control Box
Fume Hood
Junction Box
Figure 3-2
Top View of Typical Isometric View of MSB Control Box
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MSB
Control
Box
MSB
Control
Box
Figure 3-3
3' Installation Location
Figure 3-4
4' Installation Location
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MSB
Control
Box
MSB
Control
Box
Figure 3-5
5' Installation Location
Figure 3-6
6' Installation Location
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MSB
Control
Box
MSB
Control
Box
7' Installation Location
Figure 3-7
Figure 3-8
8' Installation Location
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Adjust the Fan Speeds and Confirm the
Performance of your Multi-Speed Blower/
Hood System
The MSB fan speeds need to be adjusted in the field to allow the hood to operate at
the proper face velocity. In order to adjust the blower to the proper speeds, refer to
the diagram in Figure 3-9 and follow the procedure below.
1. Ensure the blower is turned on at the roof and the control circuit is installed
and powered up.
2. Refer to Figure 3-9 and place the blower switch on the hood to its
maximum position.
3. Locate the Intelli-Sense MSB Control Box on top of the fume hood. With a
small jewelers screw driver, adjust the MSB “MAX” setting and measure
the fume hood airflow with a thermal anemometer at the proper sash height
setting. Readjust the MSB “MAX” setting as required to set the face
velocity. Counter-clockwise rotation increases the blower speed and
corresponding fume hood airflow (CFM) increase.
4. It will be necessary to check the blower wheel shaft speed by removing the
weathercover to confirm operation per the blower airflow charts in Chapter 4.
HINT: Many times a manual damper is used in the exhaust for
fine tuning and operating in the proper portion of the blower
airflow chart. For lower airflow volume (CFM) at any RPM,
close the damper. Refer to Appendix E that shows a manual
damper. Refer to Appendix D that shows a typical blower
operating curve with the damper adjusted to different positions.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for MSB “MED/MIN” speed. Decide if operation is
for medium or minimum based on fume hood sash position. If “OFF” is desired, then turn “MED/MIN” to lowest setting.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for MSB “MIN/OFF” speed. Decide if operation is for
“minimum” or “OFF” based on fume hood sash position and fume hood
airflow requirements.
7. Cycle hood at each blower switch setting and confirm airflow
requirements. If necessary, confirm blower shaft RPM on the roof and
confirm with blower performance charts in Chapter 4.
8. With fume hood air monitor installed, calibrate airflow monitor and
confirm airflow at each speed setting.
9. Replace weathercover over the ECM motor.
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Adjust the Fan Speeds
Figure 3-9
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Hood Size3'4'5'6'7'8'10'12'16'
10" Blower175-495 175-735175-955 175-1100 175-1100 175-1100N/AN/AN/A
Airflow Range
(CFM)
Note: 10" Blowers have a minimum achievable airflow of 175CFM and a maximum airflow of 1100CFM
Note: 12" Blowers have a minimum achievable airflow of 200CFM and a maximum airflow of 1410CFM
18" Reduced10"10"10"10" or 12" 10" or 12" 10" or 12"12"12"12"
Sash HeightBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlower
28" Full Open 10" or 12" 10" or 12" 10" or 12"12"12"12"12"N/AN/A
Sash HeightBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlowerBlower
Sash HeightNoneNoneNoneNoneNone80fpm60fpm80fpm60fpm
and Airflowmax. at max. at max. at max. at
Restrictionsfull open full open 60% open 60% open
if any28" sash 28" sash 18" sash 18" sash
Note: For best results, always use a manual damper in the exhaust for fine tuning blower along with variable speed RPM motor.
Corrosion Resistance Guide
Mild to moderateCoated Steel Blowers
corrosive chemicals
Moderate to highlyFiberglass FRP Blowers
corrosive chemicals
Highly corrosive acidsPVC Blowers
CHAPTER4
PERFORMANCEDATAAND
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
Specifications and Performance Data
The specifications and performance data for your particular model are listed in
detail in Chapter 4 and sub-grouped by Coated Steel, Fiberglass, and PVC
Blowers. Refer to Appendix D to view the effect damper position has on
performance. All ECM blower motors feature thermal override protection and
RPM speeds are automatically reduced when motor is overloaded. Listed below is
a quick selection guide.
Intelli-Sash MSB Blower Quick Selection Guide
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Speed
(RPM)
Optimum Airflow (CFM) and Static Pressure (inches of water)
1800 MAX
750 CFM @ 2.2" to 1050 CFM @ 1.9"
1500
650 CFM @ 1.6" to 1250 CFM @ 0.7"
1250
550 CFM @ 1.1" to 1050 CFM @ 0.5"
1000
400 CFM @ 0.7" to 850 CFM @ 0.33"
750
275 CFM @ 0.37" to 650 CFM @ 0.20"
500
200 CFM @ 0.20" to 450 CFM @ 0.10"
300
175 CFM @ 0.06" to 350 CFM @ 0.08"
Practical range is 175 CFM, 0.06" to 1050 CFM, 1.9" or 1200 CFM, 1.0"
Inside Motor Housing Greater
than 125 °F May Reduce
Maximum Blower Performance
See Note
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NOTE: FOR A COMPLETE PERSPECTIVE OF YOUR MSB,
REFER TO APPENDIX A REPLACEMENT PARTS.
Safety Precautions
Before attempting any service and/or maintenance on your
blower, always disconnect the blower motor from its power
source to prevent possible injury. Upon initial start-up, always
wear protective eyewear. A qualified technician should certify
the blower/hood system before it is initially used. The
blower/hood system should be re-certified annually or
whenever it is relocated.
Avant de procéder à un entretien et / ou de maintenance sur
votre ventilateur, débranchez toujours le moteur du ventilateur
de sa source d'alimentation pour éviter tout risque de blessure.
Après le démarrage initial, toujours porter des lunettes de
protection. Un technicien qualifié doit certifier le système
souffleur / capot avant est initialement utilisé. Le système
ventilateur / hotte doit être re-certifié chaque année ou chaque
fois qu'il est déplacé.
Do NOT contact blower wheel while still in motion.
NE PAS être en contact avec la roué du ventilateur tant qu’il est
en marche.
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CHAPTER5
USING YOURBLOWER
Normal Operation
Once your blower has been fully ducted and electrically wired, it is ready for
operation. The blower is activated from a manually operated 3-position switch on
the fume hood unless configured for Integrated Intelli-Sense Hoods supplied with
limit switches for automatic Intelli-Sense Blower operation outlined in Chapter 8.
For night set back to save energy, fully lower the fume hood sash and select the
lowest switch setting. Always monitor your airflow constantly with a fume hood
airflow monitor. For best results, use Labconco’s Guardian Digital Airflow
Monitor and order from Chapter 7.
Laboratory work can resume when the blower is operational or placed in one of the
two higher speeds, so that any prevailing fumes and/or odors can be exhausted
from the fume hood effectively. Work must cease prior to turning the blower off
or when placed at the minimum setting for night set back.
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CHAPTER 6
MAINTAININGYOUR
BLOWER
Now we will review the suggested maintenance schedule and the common service
operations necessary to maintain your blower for peak performance.
Only trained and experienced certification technicians should
perform some of the service operations after the blower has
been properly decontaminated. The wrench icon precedes the
service operations that require qualified technicians.
Routine Maintenance
CAUTION: Before attempting any service and/or maintenance
on your blower, always disconnect the unit from its power
supply source.
ATTENTION: Avant de procéder à un entretien et / ou de
maintenance sur votre ventilateur, débranchez toujours
l'appareil de sa source d'alimentation.
Motor
Under normal usage, the electronically commutated (ECM) motor will not require
maintenance and is projected to last 50,000 hours at maximum speed or greater at
lower speeds. Refer to Appendix A.
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Bearings
The pillow block bearings on your blower are factory sealed and lubricated. Under
normal operation, no further lubrication is required. Excessive lubricating may
cause damage to the bearing seal and significantly shorten the life span of the
bearing. Refer to Appendix A.
Coupler
The shaft coupler from the ECM motor to the blower wheel shaft can be inspected
once a year as needed. Tightening of the coupler screws would indicate possible
misalignment or an unbalanced blower wheel. Refer to Appendix A.
Common Service Operations (See
drawings in Appendix A Replacement
Parts)
Pillow Block Bearing Replacement
If you need to replace a pillow block bearing on your blower, make sure that the
locking collars on the bearings face one another. The setscrews used on the
locking collars have been sealed with a removable thread sealant. Thread sealant
should be applied when a pillow block bearing is replaced in the field. Refer to
Appendix A.
Motor Replacement
With the power disconnected, remove the upper weathercover, the mounting
hardware that supports the ECM motor frame and remove the ECM motor.
Remove both of the wire lead connectors to the motor. Re-install the new motor in
reverse order. Refer to Appendix A.
Intelli-Sense MSB Control Box Replacement
With the power disconnected, remove the existing Intelli-Sense MSB Control Box
and replace it with the new one. Make all connections per electrical wiring
diagram in Appendix C. Then follow the instructions in Chapter 3 to adjust the fan
speeds and confirm the performance of your Intelli-Sense Multi-Speed Blower/
Hood System. Refer to Appendix A.
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Catalog #
Ranges
For use with Hood
Shipping Wt. lbs. / kg.
9413300
100-115 volts, 50/60 Hz
Premier, XStream, XL
6 / 2.7
9413301*
208-230 volts, 50/60 Hz
Premier, XStream, XL
6 / 2.7
CHAPTER7
MODIFYINGYOURBLOWER,
CALCULATINGSTATIC
PRESSURELOSS, AND
BLOWERSIZING
Airflow Monitors for Fume Hoods
Guardian™ Airflow Monitors continuously monitor face velocity through the
fume hood opening and should always be used with Intelli-Sense Multi-Speed
Blowers.
Guardian™ Airflow Monitors
Sense and alert the operator to low airflow conditions. From the
monitor’s face plate, the user can easily select and calibrate a set
point between 30 and 250 fpm using a velocity meter and a
screwdriver. Audible/visual alarm. Includes night setback, external
alarm and alarm mute functions. Flush-mount design on Protector
Premier, XStream and XL Fume Hoods.
*International electrical configuration
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Catalog #
Ranges
For use with Hood
Shipping Wt. lbs. / kg.
9413400
100-115 volts, 50/60 Hz
Premier, XStream, XL
6 / 2.7
9413401*
208-230 volts, 50/60 Hz
Premier, XStream, XL
6 / 2.7
Guardian™ Digital Airflow Monitors
Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor senses and alerts the operator to
low airflow conditions. LCD displays actual airflow in fpm or
m/sed. Audible/visual alarm alerts the user to sustained low
velocity condition. Calibration instructions displayed on LCD.
Each monitor also includes a temperature-compensated sensor,
external alarm, night setback and alarm mute functions. Flushmount design on Protector Premier, XStream and XL Fume Hoods.
Contact Labconco for optional temperature sensor and optional
RS-485 port for Modbus** RTU communication.
*International electrical configuration **Modbus is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation
7117700 Cable, Airflow Monitor – Night Setback
This cable is pre-configured to attach to the three position switch at
minimum setting and send an input signal to the airflow monitor for
night setback to disable the air monitor and prevent it from
alarming. Use jumper wires 7115400 located in switch and control
box labeled 7110800 to prevent power being cut to the air monitor.
See wiring diagrams in Appendix C and item 17 in Appendix A.
Two Main Blower Modifications
There are two main ways to modify the performance of your blower as listed in
Chapter 3: Getting Started. One way is the adjustment of the blower outlet
orientation. The other way is the adjustment of the fan speed to fine-tune the
performance of your blower/hood system. Refer to Chapter 3 for these
instructions. Additionally, all the performance data for your particular blower
model number are listed in Chapter 4: Performance Data and Safety Precautions.
Additional Modifications by Adding Ductwork Accessories
There are additional ways to equip your blower by adding any of the accessories
on the following pages. To ensure that your blower exhaust system will operate
properly, the ductwork and accessories linking your hood and blower must be
sized correctly. Along with the accessories listed next are the “equivalent
resistance in feet of straight duct” for each accessory. It is necessary to compute
the sum of the equivalent resistance factors for each accessory and ductwork
length for your entire hood/blower system. Then the blower can be sized properly
from the total equivalent resistance for your exhaust system. Blower Sizing
Example: You have selected a Labconco Protector Premier 48 Laboratory Hood at
100 fpm and 725 CFM. The static pressure of the Protector Premier 48 at 100 fpm
is 0.22". The exhaust collar of this hood is sized to receive 12" diameter PVC duct
directly. In this example, your fume removal system requires 30 feet of straight
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Nominal Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Actual OD/inches
6.625
8.625
10.750
12.750
16.000
Actual ID/inches
6.25
8.250
10.375
12.375
15.625
Catalog Number
47086
47189
70272
56020
56050
Shipping Wt./lbs.
20
35
50
65
80
Airflow/CFM
Static Pressure Loss/Inches H20
For Each 10 ft. of Duct Length
250
.039
.011
.003
.001
--
500
.147
.037
.013
.005
.001
750
.321
.079
.026
.011
.003
1000
.557
.140
.043
.018
.005
1250
.855
.210
.066
.027
.008
1500
--
.300
.095
.039
.012
1750
--
.380
.130
.053
.016
2000
--
.485
.155
.067
.020
2500
--
--
.245
.109
.031
3000
--
--
--
.145
.042
4000
--
--
--
.240
.074
5000
--
--
--
--
.120
duct, two 90° elbows and one zero pressure weathercap to adequately exhaust the
chemical fumes. You will be handling low to moderately corrosive materials, so
you have selected a Coated Steel Blower.
The information following for the 90° elbow tells you that each 90°, 12" diameter
elbow has the equivalent resistance of 25 feet of straight duct. The zero pressure
weathercap has 5 feet of equivalent resistance. The total equivalent feet for the
system is:
Feet of straight duct 30 Feet
2 elbows @ 25 feet each 50 Feet
1 zero pressure weathercap @ 5 feet 5 Feet
85 Feet
The chart following converts “equivalent resistance in feet of straight duct” to
static pressure. So the static pressure of 85 equivalent feet of 12" nominal duct is
equal to (85/10) x 0.011" = 0.094". Now this is added to the hood static pressure
of 0.22" for a total system static pressure of 0.314". Look at the performance data
in Chapter 4 for Coated Steel Blowers. Refer to the 0.25" to .50" range at 725
CFM since this is closest to 0.314". The chart will lead you to select a Coated
Steel Blower model that is 10" set at 900 RPM or a 12" set at 600 RPM. In this
example, models 7061110, 7061112, 7061120 and 7061122 all would work. A
manual damper would also provide additional fine tuning of the blower/hood
exhaust system.
Sizes and Pressure Losses in Thermoplastic Duct
This chart provides static pressure losses for 10' long duct lengths of various
diameters over a range of airflows in CFM for use in sizing hood/blower
combinations at 100 feet per minute.
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Zero Pressure
Weathercap
Thermoplastic Duct
Intelli-Sense Coated
Steel, Fiberglass or
PVC Blower
Flexible Duct Connection
Thermoplastic Duct*
Thermoplastic Duct*
90° Elbow
Manual Duct Damper
(Highly recommended)
Protector®
Laboratory Hood
SpillStopper™ Work Surface
Protector® Standard,
Acid or Solvent
Storage Cabinets
Speed
Control Box
Blower Transition Adapter
(for Coated Steel Blowers only)
3-5 duct diameter lengths
(approximately 3-5 feet) between
elbow and blower is required
Typical Fume Removal System
This diagram details the many components that are needed to complete a typical
fume removal system. All of these components as well as others are available
from Labconco.
*Minimum of 5 to 15 feet of duct in both locations is recommended for noise reduction.
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Nominal Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Catalog Number
47086
47189
70272
56020
56050
Actual OD/inches
6.625
8.625
10.750
12.750
16.000
Actual ID/inches
6.250
8.250
10.375
12.375
15.625
Shipping Wt./lbs.
25
35
50
65
80
Nominal Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Catalog Number
47089
47192
70275
56023
56053
Shipping Wt./lbs.
4 5 5 6 7
Equivalent Resistance in Feet
of Straight Duct
0 0 0 0 0
Nominal Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
Catalog Number
21447
47199
70278
70673
Actual OD/Inches
6.625
8.625
10.750
12.750
Actual ID/Inches
6.250
8.250
10.375
12.375
Shipping Wt./lbs.
3 4 5
6
90° Elbow
Nominal
Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Catalog Number
47087
47190
70273
56021
56051
Approx. Height/Inches
13-5/8
17-5/16
20-3/8
24-3/16
29
Shipping Wt./lbs.
8
10
12
14
17
Equivalent Resistance
in feet of Straight Duct
12
15
20
25
36
45° Elbow
Nominal
Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Catalog Number
47088
47191
70274
56022
56052
Approx. Height/Inches
8-3/4
10-3/4
12-1/2
15
17-1/2
Shipping Wt./lbs.
8
10
12
14
17
Equivalent Resistance
in feet of Straight Duct
6
7.5
10
12.5
18
Thermoplastic Duct
PVC exhaust duct is Type 1, unplasticized, schedule 40, lightweight and corrosionresistant. A female duct coupling is required to join two sections. Connections are
simple with solvent cement. This rigid duct may be cut without special tools.
Comes in 10' lengths.
Duct Couplings, Female
PVC coupling makes connection between two sections of thermoplastic duct quick
and easy.
Duct Couplings, Male
PVC duct in 6" length facilitates connections between Coated Steel Blowers and
elbows, thermoplastic duct reducers and weather caps.
Elbows
PVC elbows both 45° and 90°, are compatible with thermoplastic duct. Designed
and engineered for quick installation and minimum pressure losses, they feature
belled end connections to receive PVC duct directly.
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Nominal Size/Inches
6x8
8x10
10x12
12x16
Catalog Number
56059
56060
56061
56307
Shipping Wt./lbs.
2 5 6
8
Equivalent Resistance in
feet of Straight Duct
0 0 0
0
Nominal
Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Catalog Number
47222
47223
70951
56221
56222
Height/Inches
36
40
48
56
72
Shipping Wt./lbs.
20
25
30
35
40
Equivalent Resistance
in feet of Straight Duct
5 5 5 5 5
Nominal Diameter/Inches
7" for use with
6" fittings
9" for use with
8" fittings
11" for use with
10" fittings
13" for use with
12" fittings
Catalog Number
19651
47194
70277
56223
Shipping Wt./lbs.
10
15
20
25
Equivalent Resistance in feet
of Straight Duct
Because this ductwork is flexible and may conform to various configurations,
it is not possible to know the precise equivalent resistance.
Nominal Diameter/Inches
6 8 10
12
16
Catalog Number
47242
47413
59834
59812
47264
Shipping Wt./lbs.
10
12
15
20
25
Approx. Height/Inches
14
19-1/8
19-1/2
19-2/3
24
Thermoplastic Duct Reducers
PVC coupling type reducers are designed for connecting thermoplastic duct of
different diameters. Compare your blower inlet size with your duct size to see if
one is necessary.
Zero Pressure Weathercaps
The zero pressure weathercap is made of strong, corrosion-resistant PVC. The cap
adds little static pressure to the exhaust system and allows for vertical discharge of
the effluent air for dispersion away from the building.
Spiral Tube
This spiral tube simplifies temporary installations. It is corrosion-resistant,
neoprene-impregnated fiberglass reinforced with steel wire. Includes rigid duct
connector and two clamps. Length is ten feet.
Manual Duct Dampers
This damper fitting allows you to balance airflow. It may be used with exhaust
and auxiliary air ducts, and is usually placed directly above the fume hood, but can
be placed anywhere in the duct system.
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Nominal Diameter/Inches
9" for use with 8" fittings
11" for use with 10" fittings
13" for use with 12" fittings
Catalog Number
47265
70342
56214
Shipping Wt./lbs. 5 5
5
Nominal Diameter/Inches
8
10
12
Catalog Number
47224
4722401
70034
Shipping Wt./lbs.
3 4 4
For use with Labconco Blowers
70680-
70687
70680-
70687
70688-
70697
Nominal Diameter/Inches
10
Catalog Number
48893
Shipping Wt./lbs.
4
Nominal Diameter/Inches
10x10x12
T’s
Catalog Number
56304
Shipping Wt./lbs.
20
Approx. Height/Inches
19
Nominal Diameter/Inches
10x10x12
12x12x16
Y’s
Catalog Number
56301
56305
Shipping Wt./lbs.
19
20
Approx. Height/Inches
12-3/4
23-1/4
Flexible Duct Connections
This flexible connection reduces vibration between the blower and PVC ductwork.
It is supplied with two clamps for easy installation.
Blower Transition Adaptors
This epoxy-coated steel transition adaptor fits all Labconco Coated Steel Blowers.
This adaptor allows you to connect round thermoplastic duct to the exhaust side of
the blower to create an exhaust stack. Nominal size PVC duct fits inside the
adaptor opening.
Auxiliary-Air Transition Adaptor
The auxiliary-air transition adaptor is the same construction as the blower
transition adaptor, but is designed to allow you to connect round thermoplastic
duct to the regular auxiliary-air collar of Protector Fume Hoods.
T and Y Connections
PVC fittings shaped in T and Y configurations are compatible with thermoplastic
duct. End connections receive PVC pipe directly. Contact Labconco for help in
sizing blowers with these accessories.
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Nominal Diameter/Inches
10
Catalog Number
22648
Shipping Wt./lbs.
5
Nominal Diameter/Inches
10
12
Catalog Number
47460
47461
Shipping Wt./lbs.
5
6
Nominal Diameter/Inches
8
10
12
HEPA Filter
Catalog Number
22400
22401
22442
Shipping Wt./lbs.
100
100
100
Charcoal Filter
Catalog Number
22430
22431
22441
Shipping Wt./lbs.
100
100
100
Accessory for Basic 47 Hoods
Exhaust Transition Adaptor
The exhaust transition adapts to 7" and 10" rectangular outlet on Basic 47 Hoods,
model series 22473 and 22475, to receive 10" diameter PVC duct.
Accessory for Perchloric Acid Applications
Wash Rings
Wash rings are suited for use in Perchloric acid duct systems. Each features a
wide-angle conical spray nozzle and wash water connector nipple fabricated into a
PVC coupling for use with 10" or 12" nominal duct.
Accessories for Pathogens, Organic Vapors and Odor Control Applications
HEPA Filter Packs
High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter for non-radioactive particulate and
pathogenic applications. Rated for 1000 CFM airflow with initial 1.0" static
pressure drop. Replaceable HEPA filter media removes 99.97% of all particles 0.3
micron or greater. Furnished with clamping frame and duct connections. Unit
measures 28" x 28" x 25" high.
Charcoal Filter Packs
Activated Charcoal Filter for non-radioactive organic vapors and odor control are
rated for 1000 CFM airflow with 0.2" static pressure drop. Unit measures 28" x
28" x 25" high.
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Nominal Diameter/Inches
8
10
12
Catalog Number
S304508
S304510
S304512
Shipping Wt./lbs.
15
18
20
Nominal Diameter/Inches
10
12
Catalog Number
S122500
S122501
Shipping Wt./lbs.
5
5
Backdraft Dampers
Designed for use in buildings under negative pressure to keep outside air from
entering the laboratory through the hood ventilation system. Damper is weighted
to stay in down/resting position when the hood is not in use, and rises from the
airflow exhausting when the blower is on. It mounts vertically on blower outlet.
The damper is made of PVC Type 1, unplasticized, schedule 40 duct.
Bird Screens
Screen attaches easily with screws to auxiliary-air blower inlet to keep birds from
nesting in blower.
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CHAPTER8
PROTECTORI-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".
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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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PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remote blower won’t
operate.
Wires not connected
at junction boxes or
switches.
Check connection of switches.
Check connection to control box
on top of fume hood, connection
of switch control wires, and
connection of shielded control
wires from roof blower. If needed,
replace control box on top of fume
hood.
Circuit breakers
tripped in building
electrical supply.
Reset circuit breakers.
Blower wiring is
disconnected.
Inspect blower wiring and 2 or 3
position switch for manual
operation. Inspect Intelli-Sense
Hood limit switch wiring for
automatic operation per Chapter 8.
Blower motor is
defective.
Check connection of ECM motor
cables or replace ECM motor.
Shaft coupling is
loose.
Tighten shaft coupling with
lockwashers between ECM motor
and blower wheel.
CHAPTER9
TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to the following table if your blower fails to operate properly. If the
suggested corrective actions do not solve your problem, contact Labconco for
additional assistance.
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PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Contamination outside
of fume hood.
Fume hood has
improper face
velocity
Have fume hood re-certified and
check remote blower exhaust
system. Hood should have
average face velocity of 60-100
fpm depending on application.
Remote blower has
excessive vibration.
Improper motor
mount.
Review Chapter 2: Prerequisites
and Chapter 3: Getting Started.
The blower should be mounted on
vibration isolators or vibration
mounting pads to isolate vibration.
Inspect wheel for
damage and
appropriate
clearance.
Replace damaged wheel or adjust
clearance.
Check for objects in
blower wheel.
Remove objects in blower wheel.
Improper inlet
connection.
Review Chapter 3: Getting Started. The blower inlet should
be installed with a vibration
damper or flexible duct
connection.
Fume hood has
improper face velocity.
Blower not sized
properly.
Review Chapter 7: Modifying Your Blower. Blower Sizing Size
the blower properly with
equivalent resistance method.
Refer to Chapters 4 and 7.
Blower requires
RPM adjustment or
a manual damper is
needed in the
exhaust ductwork.
Review Chapter 3: Getting Started
Adjust the fan speed and confirm
blower performance. See Chapters
3, 4, and 7.
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Item
Quantity
Part No.
Description – Roof Blower Components
1A 1 7117101
Shaft Coupler
1B 4 1889012
Coupler Socket Head Screw 10-32 x .75"
1C 4 1910110
Coupler, Lock Washer #10 stainless
1D 1 7116100
Fan, Motor Cooling
2A 1 7116201
ECM Motor, 1 HP - 10" Coated Steel, 1900 RPM
2B 1 7116202
ECM Motor, 1 HP - 12" Coated Steel, 1250 RPM
2C 1 7116203
ECM Motor, 1 HP - 10" Fiberglass FRP, 1900 RPM
2D 1 7116204
ECM Motor, 1 HP - 12" Fiberglass FRP, 1500 RPM
2E 1 7116205
ECM Motor, 1 HP - 10" PVC, 1900 RPM
2F 1 7116206
ECM Motor, 1 HP - 12" PVC, 1500 RPM
2G 1 7116500
Motor Mounting Bracket
2H
1
7115300, 01
Motor Harness to Blower J-Box (115V-00, 230V-01)
2I 1 3843500
Motor Clamp Bracket
2J 3 7117000
Vibration Foot Support, Motor
2K 1 1880924
Screw, Motor Clamp
2L 1 1905623
Nut, Motor Clamp
2M 3 1881020
Screw, Vibration Mount
2N 3 1906921
Nut, Vibration Mount
3A 1 7117800
Impeller Wheel Assembly, 10" Coated Steel
3B 1 7117801
Impeller Wheel Assembly, 12" Coated Steel
3C 1 7117200
Impeller Wheel Assembly, 10" Fiberglass FRP
3D 1 7117201
Impeller Wheel Assembly, 12" Fiberglass FRP
3E 1 7117202
Impeller Wheel Assembly, 10" PVC
3F 1 7117203
Impeller Wheel Assembly, 12" PVC
4A 1 7099100
Shaft Seal
4B 1 1852400
Key, Shaft
5A 1 7116700
Weather Cover
5B 1 7116800
Internal Rain Guard, Motor Cover
5C 6 1885806
Weather Cover, Screw
APPENDIX A
BLOWERREPLACEMENT
PARTS WITHWIRINGSHOWN
The following replacement parts are organized for Intelli-Sense MSB’s for low
pressure coated steel, low pressure fiberglass, and low pressure PVC. See next
page for illustrations.
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Item
Quantity
Part No.
Description – Roof Blower Components
6A 1 1860500
Flanged Pillow Block Bearing 5/8" Bore
6B 2 1881712
Screw – Cap Hex Head 3/8 – 16 x 0.75" SS
6C 2 1910018
Lockwasher 3/8
7A 1 9816700
J-Box, Blower
7B 1 9816800
Cover, J-Box Blower
7C 2 4450100
Screw, Cover J-Box
8A 1 7115100
Cable, Blower Switch to MSB Control Box
8B 1 7115101
Cable, Automatic Limit Switches to MSB Control Box
9A
1
7115000, -10
MSB Control Box, 115V (-10 Automatic)
9B
1
7115001, -20
MSB Control Box, 230V(-20 Automatic)
10 1 7116000
Power Cable, Control Box Power Inlet from hood
lighting
11A 1 1302401
Blower Switch, 3 Position – Manually Operated
11B 1 1305200
Retainer, Blower Switch
11C 3 3832400
Limit Switch, Automatic Blower Operation
12 1 9486200
Label, 3 Position Blower Switch for Hood Corner Post
13 1 3207100
ECM Blower Motor control Board
14A 1 7115200
Internal Harness Power, Control Box 115V
14B 1 7115201
Internal Harness Power, Control Box 230V
15 1 7117500
Power Supply, 24V – Control Box
16 2 7117700
Accessory Cable, Airflow Monitor Night Set Back (not
included)
17 1 7115400
Cable, Jumper, Blower – Air Monitor (see Chapter 7
and Appendix C)
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4
1
2
1D
3
2H
7
5
Not Shown
6
9
13, 14, 15
Not Shown
10
16
Not Shown
12
Not Shown
11
8
17
Not Shown
8A Cable, Manual Blower Switch to MSB Control Box
8B Cable, Automatic Limit Switches to MSB Control Box
Maximum altitude: 9843 feet (3000 meters).
Ambient temperature range: -30° to 130°F (-34° to 54°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.