Labconco Snuffer Fire Extinguishers User Manual

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Snuffer – Model 1115000, 1115002, 1115003, 1115004 Internal Hood Depths of

30", 36", & 48"

1. On hoods 4 Ft, 5 Ft and 6 Ft in width, locate the unit at the centerline of the hood per
Fig. 1. Hoods 8 Ft and greater require additional units and should be mounted equal
distance in the hood behind the light assembly shown in Fig. 1. NOTE: Protruding
discharge nozzle should have an unobstructed discharge at the desired protection zone
inside the fume hood.

2. Drill holes per detail “A” of Fig. 1.

Figure 1

3. Mount pedestal bracket with 1/4" stainless steel bolts enclosed. Extinguisher nozzle
should be centered over 1-3/4" diameter hole.

4. Attach extinguisher fusible link tip to unit by threading into gauge nozzle. NOTE:
Unit will not be operational until this tip is re-attached. Use care so as not to damage
link or screw threads.

5. Check extinguisher gauge for charge. Indicator should be in “Green” range.

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6. If fuse tip is exposed to corrosive atmospheres, cover with small polyethylene bag
and secure with elastic band for additional protection.

Figure 2

Snuffer – Model 1115002 – Internal Hood Depths of 30", 36" and 48"

Installation-

1. On hoods 4 Ft, 5 Ft and 6 Ft in width, locate one unit on the centerline of the hood per
Fig. 3. Hoods 8 Ft and greater require additional units and should be mounted equal
distance behind the light assembly. NOTE: Protruding discharge nozzle should have
an unobstructed discharge at the desired protection zone.

Figure 3

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2. Drill a 1.375 diameter hole per Fig. 4.

Figure 4

3. Mount pedestal bracket with 1/4" stainless steel bolts enclosed. Extinguisher nozzle
should be centered over 1-3/4" diameter hole.

4. Attach extinguisher fusible link tip to unit by threading into gauge nozzle. NOTE:
Unit will not be operational until this tip is re-attached. Use care so as not to damage
link or screw threads.

5. Check extinguisher gauge for charge. Indicator should be in “Green” range.

6. Place the snuffer in the snuffer bracket and secure with the hose clamp provided with
your unit. The nozzle of the snuffer should be centered over 1-3/8" diameter hole
before tightening the clamp.

7. If fuse tip is exposed to corrosive atmospheres, cover with small polyethylene bag
and secure with elastic band.

CAUTION: The fusible link assembly has been shipped installed on this Snuffer unit; be sure
and check for any signs of leakage or damage to the nozzle area that could possibly cause
accidental discharge.

This linkage assembly has to be rethreaded in position on the Snuffer upon completion of
installation so as to make it fully operational. The linkage assembly and Snuffer must be installe
as oriented for it to operate correctly.

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THIS FIRE EXTINGUISHER LABEL SHOULD BE AFFIXED

TO THE FRONT OF THE HOOD

• THIS FUME HOOD IS EQUIPPED WITH AN

AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH A
TEMPERATURE SENSING FUSE SET TO
DISCHARGE AT 165°F.

• TO PREVENT INADVERTENT DISCHARGE OF

EXTINGUISHER WHEN CONDUCTING TESTS
THAT GENERATE HIGH TEMPERATURES:

• DO – BE SURE THAT EXHAUST BLOWER IS

ON AND EXHAUST DUCT IS OPEN

• DO – TURN OFF HEAT SOURCE AND ALLOW

INTERIOR OF HOOD TO COOL BEFORE
TURNING OFF EXHAUST BLOWER

NOTICE

Maintenance

Because the Snuffer features no electrical or plumbing connections for its everyday operation,
maintenance on the product is quite simple. Periodic visual inspection of the pressure gauge and
a visual inspection of the linkage assembly are all that is needed. Should corrosion start to attack
the linkage assembly located inside of a corrosive area, one would simply place a small plastic
bag over the linkage assembly to protect it from corrosion but it would still be able to measure
the heat and perform properly.

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Warranty-

We are committed to providing our customers with quality equipment and service after the sale. Part of
this objective involves keeping you informed of changes and new product additions.

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.

The warranty for all Labconco products will expire one year from date of installation or two years from
date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner, except the following:

• Purifier® Delta™ Series Biological Safety Cabinets and PuriCare™ Lab Animal Products, carry

a three-year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of shipment from
Labconco, whichever is sooner.

• Carts carry a lifetime warranty.

• Glassware is not warranted from breakage when dropped or mishandled.

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.

WARNING

: Various federal, state or local regulations may govern the disposal and/or emission of
substances used in connection with this equipment. All users of this equipment are urged 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.

Shipping Claims-

If a shipment is received in visibly damaged condition, be certain to make a notation on the delivering
carrier’s receipt and have his agent confirm the damage on your receipt. Otherwise, the damage claim
may be refused.

If concealed damage or pilferage is discovered, notify the carrier immediately and retain the entire
shipment intact for inspection. Interstate Commerce Commission rules requires that the claim be filed
with the carrier within 15 days after delivery.

NOTE

: Do not return goods. Goods returned without prior authorization will not be accepted. Labconco

Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damage. The recipient must file claims
directly with the freight carrier. If authorization has been received to return this product, by accepting this
approval, the user assumes all responsibility and liability for biological and chemical decontamination and
cleansing. Labconco reserves the right to refuse delivery of any products that do not appear to have been
properly cleaned and/or decontaminated prior to return.

Contacting Labconco-

If you have any questions that are not addressed in these instructions, or if you need technical assistance,
please contact Labconco’s Sales Information Department at either l-[phone], and Service
Information at (800)-522-7658 or [phone], between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Central
Standard Time.

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