Labconco Protector XStream Laboratory Fume Hoods 9840803 - Manual (Page 33)

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Chapter 5: Using Your Protector Fume Hood
Work Techniques
• Keep all materials at least 6 inches inside of the sash, and
perform all contaminated operations as far to the rear of the
work area as possible.
• Segregate all clean and contaminated materials in the work
area.
• Avoid using techniques or procedures that disrupt the
airflow patterns of the hood.
Final Purging
• Upon completion of work, the hood should be allowed to
operate for two to three minutes undisturbed, to purge
airborne contaminants from the work area before shutting
down blower.
Unloading Materials and Equipment
• Objects in contact with contaminated material should be
surface decontaminated before removal from the hood.
• All open trays or containers should be covered before being
removed from the hood.
Shutdown
• Turn off the fluorescent light and hood blower, then close
the sash.