Labconco Fiberglass 30 Laboratory Fume Hoods 3030005 - Manual (Page 32)

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Chapter 5: Using Your Fiberglass 30 Fume Hood
Operating the Blower
Your Fiberglass 30 Fume Hood utilizes a remote style
blower or integral blower, which can be activated by
turning the blower switch to “ON.” You can validate
the hood performance by watching smoke drawn into
the hood face opening. Explosion-proof models do not
have a switch or wiring as this is field installed.
Operating the Lights
Your Fiberglass 30 Fume Hood is equipped with a
factory-wired incandescent light to illuminate the hood
interior. Simply turn the light switch to “ON” to
operate. Explosion-proof models do not have a light.
Working in your Fiberglass
30 Fume Hood
Planning
• Thoroughly understand procedures and
equipment required before beginning work.
• Arrange for minimal disruptions, such as room
traffic or entry into the room while the hood is
in use.
Start-up
• Turn on incandescent light and hood blower.
• Slowly raise the sash.
• Check the baffle air slots for obstructions.
• Allow the hood to operate unobstructed for 5
minutes.
• Wear a long sleeved lab coat and rubber gloves.
Use protective eyewear. Wear a protective
mask if appropriate.
Loading Materials and Equipment
• Only load the materials required for the
procedure. Do not overload the hood.
• Do not obstruct the front air foil, or rear baffle
slots.
• Large objects should not be placed close
together and spaced above the work surface to
permit airflow to sweep under the equipment.