UVP UV/Air Circulator - Manual (Page 3)

Operating the UV/Air Circulator
The UV PCR Workstation provides a process for reducing contamination by utilizing the germicidal
properties of shortwave 254nm ultraviolet light. An UV/Air Circulator module can be mounted into
the workstation chamber for continual reduction of contamination during experiment processing.
Power switch, outlet, and mounting brackets are pre-installed at the factory.
To use the UV/Air Circulator, push the UV/Air power switch on the
panel shown above and the circulator module to the ON position.
The UV/air is safely decontaminated and recirculated within the
chamber.
Warning: Exposure to UV light is harmful.
The PCR workstation acrylic door is UV blocking and will not allow
UV radiation to pass through the door. The germicidal lamp will
shut off if the acrylic door is opened. The PCR Workstation
contains a powerful source of UV radiation that will cause damage
to unprotected eyes and skin. Before operating any unit, be sure
all personnel in the area are properly protected.
Maintenance, Parts/Accessories
Care and Cleaning
The stainless steel surface of the PCR Workstation and the UV/Air Circulator is manufactured with
an antimicrobial coating to reduce bacterial growth. Care in cleaning and use of the equipment is
recommended to reduce wear of the coating.
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Warning: Unplug the unit before cleaning of in case of accidental fluid spillage
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Wipe excess water from the unit with an absorbent soft cloth or sponge.
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Use a mild detergent on the interior surfaces.
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Do not use abrasive pads or cleansers.
Replacement Parts and Accessories
Replacement Part Part Number
Tube, 25-watt, 254nm shortwave germicidal 34-0073-01
Accessories Part Number
UVX Radiometer 97-0015-02
UVX Sensor (UVX-25) 97-0016-01
MS-100 UV Meter 97-0100-01
MS-100 Sensor (Sen-125) 97-0099-01
J-225 UV Meter (includes sensor) 97-0004-01
Spectacles, UV blocking (UVC-303) 98-0002-01
Goggles, UV blocking (UVC-503) 98-0002-02
Face Shield, UV blocking (UVC-803) 98-0002-04
Measuring the UV Tube Intensity
As the ultraviolet tubes age, the intensity and germicidal destruction rate decreases. It is important
to monitor the efficiency of the tubes with a UV intensity meter to ensure the germicidal
requirements are met. The germicidal destruction rate is a function of the UV intensity at
wavelength 254nm and exposure time. The lower the tube intensity, the longer the lamps must be
on to accomplish the same objective. The UV meter using a 254nm sensor will allow the user to
measure the 254nm emissions from the tubes.
Power switch for the
UV/Air Circulator