Mopec Maestro MB1000 Series, Installation, Service And User Instructions Manual

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Installation Service User Manual Maestro series MB1000-MAN rev.1 37
6.2.16 Fume Detection
Mopec’s Fume Detection system (patent pending) utilizes an electrochemical volatile organic compound (VOC) sensor to
detect the presence of formaldehyde fumes. The sensor itself is located on the underside of the hood such that any
fumes that escape the ventilation system will be detected.
The VOC sensor is tuned and individually calibrated in the range to detect formaldehyde/formalin fumes but is capable
of detecting other common laboratory chemicals that emit VOC’s. Please be conscious of using other VOC emitting
chemicals around this sensor in your process or in cleaning the Maestro as it will cause false positive alerts and reduce
the sensor’s operating life.
*Mopec Fume detection (option MB1019 ) operation is covered separately in its own manual.
See www.mopec.com for the latest.
6.3 What to Do in Emergency and Exceptional Situations
First follow your laboratory safety procedures. Reference below protocol for unit situations.
 Suspected electrical issue
o Turn off the main power switch
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Any faucets or fixtures that are controlled by solenoids will close automatically
o Turn off unit facility breaker if further electrical issues are detected.
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Suspected plumbing issue
o Turn off all water fixtures, typically the mixing valve levers will do this.
o Turn off the End Rinse or Foot pedal if the leak continues.
o Turn off facility water supply to unit if further plumbing issues are detected.
 Air Flow Alert
o Check for facility flow, alert laboratory management.