4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions
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Proper operation of the cabinet depends largely upon its location and the
operator’s work habits. Consult the Installation and Normal Operation sections of
this manual for further details.
Avoid direct exposure of plastic or coated materials to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Never bypass the UV safety interlock that only allows the UV light to work when
the sash is closed. When surface disinfecting the cabinet:
Avoid splashing the disinfecting solution on skin or clothing
Ensure adequate ventilation
Carefully follow the disin
fectant’s safety instructions
Always dispose of disinfecting solutions in accordance with local and
national laws
DO NOT allow disinfectants with high concentrations of free chlorine to
contact the stainless steel components of the cabinet for a long period of
time. Free chlorine will corrode stainless steel after extended contact
Cabinets should be decontaminated for any of the following reasons:
Before maintenance work requiring entry into contaminated areas
Before HEPA filter changes
Before performing certification tests requiring entry into contaminated areas
Before relocating the cabinet
Before changing research programs
After the gross spill of biohazardous material or toxic chemicals
