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NTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Protector
®
Echo™ or Protector
®
Airo™ Filtered Fume Hood which is unique as it is built on a traditional fume
hood platform along with Neutrodine
®
Filters that handle solvents, acids, and bases
with one comprehensive filter. From here on in this manual, the Protector Airo
only refers to the shorter height 3' and 4' widths with 54.2" exterior height. It
offers a comfortable workspace for users accustomed to the space and utility of a
standard ducted fume hood, but in the realm of a filtered fume hood. The Protector
Filtered Fume Hood solves the problem of ducting in laboratories that are difficult
to vent because of location. The Protector Filtered Fume Hood combines its
patented (U.S. Patent No. 6,461,233) fully featured, containment-enhancing fume
hood design with Neutrodine (by Erlab) filtration technology to deliver a multi-use
ductless fume hood. The Protector Filtered Fume Hood meets the definition of
SEFA 9 DH3 ductless hoods because of its sensor package, backup filters, and
communication. Building communication is one of the most important aspects of
the Protector Filtered Fume Hood. In the event of loss of airflow, damage of a
primary filter, or if a leak reaches the second set of redundant filters for any
reason, an alarm will sound and the communication system will alert a designated
email address. The designated safety officer could be made aware of the problem
immediately through any internet-enabled smart phone, tablet or computer. Large
laboratories and labs where a single safety manager must handle multiple concerns
will benefit most from this proactive safety system.
The Labconco Protector Filtered Fume Hood has been engineered to provide
maximum visibility in a laboratory, and effectively contain toxic, noxious, or other
harmful materials when properly installed. The Protector Filtered Fume Hood
offers many unique features to enhance safety, performance, and visibility. To
take full advantage of them, please acquaint yourself with this manual and keep it
handy for future reference. If you are unfamiliar with how fume hoods operate,
please review
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions before
you begin working in the fume hood. Even if you are an experienced fume hood
user, please review
Chapter 5: Using Your Protector Filtered Hood, which
describes your filtered hood’s features so that you can efficiently use the hood.