Labconco Type C1 Biosafety Cabinet Models 30468 - Manual (Page 37)

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Section Two –
Installation Requirements
This section offers an overview of site requirements and how to prepare the
unit for operation.
Prerequisites
Before you install the Axiom, you need to prepare the site for installation.
Examine the location where you intend to install the cabinet. You must be
certain that the area is level and of solid construction. In addition, a
dedicated source of electrical power must be located near the installation
site.
Carefully read this chapter to learn:
 Location requirements.
 Electrical power requirements.
 Exhaust requirements.
 Service utility requirements.
 Space requirements.
Refer to Section Nine: Miscellaneous, for complete biosafety cabinet
electrical and environmental conditions, specifications and requirements
.
Space Requirements
The overall dimensions for the 4-foot Axiom are 64.2 inches (163 cm) high, 32
inches (81 cm) deep, and 54.2 inches (138 cm) wide. The overall dimensions
for the 6-foot Axiom are 64.2 inches (163 cm) high, 32.6 inches (83 cm) deep,
and 78.2 inches (199 cm) wide.
Complete dimensions for the Axiom biosafety cabinets are shown in Section
Nine: Miscellaneous .
Clearance
A minimum clearance of at least 4 inches (100 mm) is suggested on the top
and 6 inches (150mm) on both sides of the cabinet for service.