Labconco Protector Multi-Hazard Glove Box User Manual

Protector®

Multi-Hazard Glove Box

Models 5065000, 5065002

5065500, 5065502

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Product designs are subject to change without notice

© 2002 Labconco Corporation

50937 Rev C, ECO 9999

Printed in U.S.A.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Preface/Important Notices .................................................................4

Components Shipped .........................................................................5

General Description ...........................................................................6

Optional Filters ..................................................................................6

Charcoal Filters..................................................................................6

Additional Exhaust HEPA Filter Kit .................................................6

Performance .......................................................................................7

Environmental Conditions .................................................................7

Component Identification ..................................................................8

Installation....................................................................................................11

Location .............................................................................................11

Connection Exhaust ...........................................................................11

Glove Attachment ..............................................................................11

Glove Replacement............................................................................11

Safety Precautions........................................................................................12

Normal Operation........................................................................................13

Blower Operation...............................................................................13

Routine Maintenance...................................................................................14

Estimation of Filter Condition ...........................................................14

Filter Replacement.............................................................................14

Suggested Plan for Decontamination.................................................14

Gloves ................................................................................................15

Transfer Chamber Inner and Outer Door...........................................15

Fluorescent Lamp Replacement.........................................................16

Replacement Parts .......................................................................................17

Dimensional Data.........................................................................................24

Electrical Specifications ..............................................................................25

Wiring Diagrams..........................................................................................26

Accessories....................................................................................................28

Warranty ......................................................................................................29

Shipping Claims ...........................................................................................30

Contacting Labconco...................................................................................31

Declaration of Conformity ..........................................................................32

PREFACE

Thank you for displaying confidence in us by selecting a Labconco Protector® Multi­Hazard Glove Box. Our design engineers, assemblers and inspectors have utilized their skills and
years of experience to ensure that the new Labconco Controlled Atmosphere Glove Box meets our
high standards of quality and performance.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Labconco Protector® Glove Boxes are designed to contain chemical and some bio­hazardous materials. The Protector should not be considered a Class III Bio-Hazard Cabinet, nor
should they be considered for use with Biosafety Level 4 agents. While the Protector Glove Box
provides a physical barrier between the user and their work, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure
that all materials are appropriately decontaminated, inactivated, or rendered harmless before
removal from the unit. For further information regarding the handling of specific materials, please
contact your facilities safety officer.

All the end users should read this manual carefully in order to become familiar with the
operation of the glove box. Recommendations are made within the manual to help you obtain
maximum performance and life from your product.

We have included sections on initial set up, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting to
provide you with all the tools necessary to achieve maximum performance.

If you have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to call us at 1-800-821-5525 for
assistance.

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Components Shipped

Carefully check the contents of the carton for damage that might have occurred in transit.
Do not discard the carton or packing material until all components have been checked against the
following component list and the equipment has been installed and tested.

As shipped, the carton should contain the following:

Part Number Description

5065000 Multi-Hazard Glove Box, Fiberglass

or

5065500 Multi-Hazard Glove Box, Stainless Steel

5005600 Glove Kit – Pair, Neoprene, size 9-3/4

(includes 2 - O-Rings)

5093700 Instruction Manual

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General Description

The Multi-Hazard Glove Box is equipped with a blower, air damper and filter system that

provide versatility for many particular applications. The variable speed blower provides air

volumes between 10 and 50 CFM and negative glove box pressure up to 1.5 inches H2O

gauge. The air damper provides a means for operating the glove box at a more negative

pressure when the blower is running at low speed (low air volume). The filtering system

consists of one inlet HEPA and one exhaust HEPA filter (both rated at 99.99% efficient on

0.3 micron particulates). A “roughing” prefilter is also provided to capture room air

particles and extend the life of the inlet HEPA filter.

Optional Filters: (for installation between exhaust HEPA and blower).

Charcoal Filter: (Cat. No. 5065300) contains 4 lbs. of Barnebey and Sutcliffe type 787

impregnated, activated carbon for removal of gaseous radioisotopes.

Additional Exhaust HEPA Filter Kit (Cat. No. 5065200) same as filter shipped with unit,

plus an extended length tube for connection to blower.

Figure 1

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Performance

The Labconco Protector Multi-Hazard Glove Box has been carefully designed, constructed

and tested in order to provide an effective physical barrier between the laboratory and the glove
box interior. This barrier and the filtering system, provides a clean air enclosure for protection of
specimens and materials. It also provides protection to the technician from contaminated materials
and specimens.

Environmental Conditions

This equipment is designed to be safe under the following conditions:

• Indoor use

• Altitude up to 6562 Ft. (2000m)

• Temperature 41° to 104° (5° to 40°)

• Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 88°F (31°C) decreasing linearly to

50% relative humidity at 104° (40°C)

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

• Transient over voltages according to Installation Categories II (Over voltage Categories per

IEC 1010)

• Pollution degrees 2 (Normally only non-conductive foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous

(ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric strength or surface resistivity
occurs. Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be
expected), in accordance with IEC 664

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Component Identification

General components of the glove box are listed below and identified in Figure 2.

1. Glove Ports. Epoxy coated aluminum, 8" ID, spaced 17" apart, sealed to viewing window
with one-piece molded neoprene gasket. Supplied with dual O-ring grooves, neoprene
gloves, and retaining O-rings.

2. Neoprene Gloves. Supplied with the glove box, gloves are .015" thick neoprene, 30" long,
one pair, and size 9-3/4. (Note: For replacement gloves, see Replacement Parts on page

18.

3. Window Frame. 12-gauge epoxy coated steel, attached with 30 stainless steel, ¼-20
screws, removable for full access to the interior.

4. Viewing Window. 3/8" thick laminated safety glass, mounted at 10° angle and sealed with
one-piece molded neoprene gasket. Optional 3/8" thick polycarbonate with abrasion
resistant coating available. See page 18.

5. Left Side Panel. 20-gauge epoxy coated steel, easily removable for access to glove box
and left electrical outlet.

6. Fluorescent Lamp. 30 watts provides minimum of 60-foot candles illumination to interior
work surface. Supplied with electrical cord and plug, the lamp may be easily removed for
bulb replacement and for access to removable viewing window. For lamp replacement see
page 16.

7. Façade. 18-gauge, epoxy coated steel, conceals filter damper, and blower.

8. Control Panel. Contains gauge for glove box pressure and switches for fluorescent lamp,
interior receptacles, blower power, and blower speed control.

9. 115 Volt, 3-Wire Receptacles (Models 5065000 and 5065500). One right and one left
interior receptacle, 9 amps combined rating. Exterior switches provide separate control of
each receptacle.

230 Volt, 3-Wire Receptacles (Models 5065002 and 5065502). One right and one left
interior receptacle, 8 amps combined rating. Exterior switches provide separate control of
each receptacle.

10. Transfer Chamber Door. Counterweighted with quick operating latch.

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Figure 2

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Airflow system components are listed below and are identified in Figure 3.

1. Inlet Pre-Filter. Polyester fiber mat filter captures larger room air particles to extend life
of inlet HEPA filter.

2. Air Damper. Adjust fully open (parallel with air flow) for maximum airflow volume.
Adjust toward closed position to increase glove box negative pressure differential (if
desired) when operating blower at low speed.

3. Inlet HEPA Filter. Rated 99.99% efficient on 0.3-micron particulates. NOTE: Inlet and
exhaust filters are identical. Airflow direction is indicated on the filter.

4. Exhaust HEPA Filter. Rated 99.99% efficient on 0.3-micron particulates.

5. NOTE: Unit is normally supplied with a removable tube at this location which can easily
be replaced with either of the two following optional filters:

Charcoal Filter (Cat. No. 5065300) contains 4 lbs. of Barnebey and Sutcliffe type 787
impregnated carbon (for removal of gaseous radioisotopes).

Additional Exhaust HEPA Filter Kit (Cat. No. 5065200)

6. Blower. Adjustable speed (control is located on front control panel) provides airflow
between 10 and 50 CFM. The discharge opening measures 3 inch square.

Figure 3

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Location

Glove box should be placed on a stable, level base stand near an appropriate electrical
receptacle. The base stand must be capable of supporting 500 lbs minimum, and the height should
provide a comfortable working position through glove ports (normally 35" to 37" height for
standing position).

Connections, Exhaust

NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to determine if the exhaust should be vented to
outside the building. If it is ducted to the outside, duct restrictions should not exceed 0.5 inches
water gauge static pressure at 50 CFM.

Glove Attachment

With glove thumbs up and right/left orientation, secure the gloves in place on the glove
ports by stretching the beaded glove cuff into the groove nearest the window. Install the 8"
diameter O-ring onto the outer groove over the glove surface.

Figure 4

Glove Replacement

If it becomes necessary to change gloves without disturbing the integrity of the glove box
environment, follow these steps:

1. Remove the O-ring from the old glove.

2. Roll the old glove cuff bead from the inner groove nearest the window to the outside
groove.

3. Insert the new glove through the old glove until the fingers of both are inside the glove box.

4. Stretch the new glove’s beaded cuff over the old glove cuff and into the groove nearest the
window.

5. To remove the old glove, grasp the new glove surface and manipulate the old glove bead
free from the outer groove.

6. With the other glove hand inside the box, pull the old glove into the glove box.

7. Install the O-ring over the new glove onto the outer groove.

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