Envirco BSC - Manual (Page 11)

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2.4 Check
1) Connect the biological safety cabinet’s dedicated power line to power outlet on a 120V
power source, with a total power of 20 amps. The biological safety cabinet must be the only
equipment on the circuit; see the electrical equipment requirements data on the cover.
2) Turn the key on the front panel and press the power button located on the control panel.
There will be a delay on the fan in order to achieve the required speed. In order to prevent too
much current, the fan needs a delay of about 10-15 seconds in order to achieve full speed
before motor is running. Similarly, the fan also needsa 10-15 second delay to stop. Stable
voltage is provided by a built-in voltage regulator circuit for the motor/blower which helps to
eliminate air fluctuations. Please remember to turn fan of before shutting down.
3) Press the LIGHT button on control panel to turn on the lights. If the lamp is not bright, check
the lamptube or socket. It may have come loose between the lamp and lamp holder during
shipping.
4) Press the UV button on the control panel, turn on the UV lamp and check to make sure the
UV light is working properly.
NOTE: For safety purpose the UV lights will only operate when the glass dooris fully
closed.
5) Press key SOCKET button on the control panel and check the safety cabinet's internal
power socket. If the safety cabinet is equipped with two sockets, this button will control both.