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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1 CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES Supplies Required Exhaust Requirements Electrical Requirements 2 2 3 3 CHAPTER 3: THEORY OF OPERATION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA Polymerization Generation of CA Fumes Through Controlled Heating Clear Chamber Two Stage Filter System Blower Safety Precautions 4 4-5 5 5 5 6 6-7 CHAPTER 4: USING THE SYSTEM Unpacking the System Transporting the System Component Identification Hints for Handling CA Preparing the System for Operation Set Up
APPENDIX B: DIMENSIONS 22 APPENDIX C: SPECIFICATIONS 23 APPENDIX D: ACCESSORIES 24 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 25
Chapter 1: Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of a Labconco CApture Portable Fuming System. The CApture is unique, offering a self-contained, portable system for developing latent fingerprints using the cyanoacrylate (CA) fuming method. CApture has a solid state heater control, exhaust fan, and an internal two stage filter to remove CA fumes at the end of the development process. The Portable Fuming System offers many unique features to enhance performance and flexibility.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites Carefully read this chapter to learn: • Supplies required. • Electrical power requirements. • Exhaust requirements. Supplies Required Before you use the Fuming System, you need get the following items: • 1 bottle of CA glue (the capacity of the filter is approximately 2 ounces (57gm)) Note: For best results, do not use CA with thickening or gap filling formulations. • A supply of aluminum heating pans, in addition to the 10 shipped with the unit.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites Exhaust Requirements If you intend to connect the system to the optional Exhaust Connection Kit, first examine the location to ensure that the exhaust duct can be directed either out of the immediate area (through a partially opened window), or into a chemical fume hood. For further information about the CApture’s exhaust system requirements, please refer to Appendix D: Accessories.
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation and Safety Precautions The CApture operates using the following principles: • CA polymerization. • Generation of CA fumes through controlled heating. • Removal of CA droplets and fumes by a two stage filter. The major components in the system are: • The clear chamber • The controller and heater. • The two stage filter. • The blower to force air through the system.
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation & Safety Precautions (polycyanoacrylate) on the fingerprint ridges. The ridges can then be recorded. The developed fingerprints are, on most surfaces (except on white plastic or similar), visible to the naked eye. The reaction must be monitored to ensure that it is not allowed to continue for too long. If it runs unchecked, the latent fingerprints can overdevelop and the chemical images of the ridges will slowly grow wider until they overlap, obscuring vital detail.
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation & Safety Precautions Blower The blower assembly pulls air out of the clear chamber, through the filter, and then exhausts it out of the system. Safety Precautions Always wear appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE), such as protective eyewear and gloves when handling CA, its byproducts or residue. CA fumes irritate sensitive membranes in the eyes, nose and throat. They are immediately polymerized by the moisture in the membranes and become inert.
Chapter 3: Theory of Operation & Safety Precautions NEVER put CA or water directly on the heater surface. ALWAYS put water or CA into heating pans, and then place these on the heater. NEVER exceed 8 drops of CA per development cycle. NEVER operate the system without the clear chamber attached to the stainless steel face plate. The Portable Fuming System was not designed to generate CA fumes for large areas or volumes.
Chapter 4: Using the System This chapter covers how to: • Unpack and transport the system. • Hints for handling CA. • Connecting the electrical supply source. Except a box knife to open the carton, no tools are required for preparation of the system. Note: The system weighs approximately 22 lbs. (10 kg). Always follow safe-lifting guidelines when transporting the unit. Unpacking the System Carefully open the carton and inspect the system for damage that may have occurred in transit.
Chapter 4: Using the System Note: The following are located in the carton: • User’s Manual • Product Registration Card • Filter Service Reminder Card Located in the clear chamber: • Foam Storage Insert (DO NOT DISCARD), containing: o Power Cord o 10 Heating Pans o 1 Hook o 1 Shelf o 1 Pair of Pliers If you did not receive one or more of the components listed for the system contact Labconco Corporation immediately for further instructions.
Chapter 4: Using the System Component Identification Figure 4-2a Clear Chamber Digital Temperature Controller Maintenance Panel Thumbscrew Control Switch (Heat-Off-Vent) Circuit Breaker/Main Power Switch Power Cord Connection Heater Receptacles (2) Leveling Foot Pin Leveling Foot Figure 4-2b Blower Exhaust Stainless Steel Face Plate Manifold Position for Control Slide Heater Door CA Fume Outlet Filter Cartridge Intake and Seal Shelf 10 Product Service 1-800-522-7658
Chapter 4: Using the System Hints for Handling CA NEVER use the system without first protecting the inside surfaces of the clear chamber with Rain-X® or Rain BlockTM glass water repellent. Labconco has tested these two treatments, and found they protect the clear chamber from CA fumes for up to 20 uses, if the treatment is not disturbed. Always follow the treatment manufacturer’s instructions when applying the treatment.
Chapter 4: Using the System Using the System Set Up After the Portable Fuming System has been removed from its carton and positioned in a suitable location, you must: Figure 4-3 1. Release the two clamps securing the transport cover to the clear chamber, as shown in Figure 4-3. Set the transport cover aside. Lift the heater/filter module out of the chamber. Remove the accessories and the foam storage insert from the bottom of the clear chamber. Figure 4-4 2.
Chapter 4: Using the System Figure 4-5 2. Select the hooks or shelves needed to hang or support the evidence to be developed. Engage the hooks and/or shelves into the appropriate holes on the stainless steel face plate, as shown in figure 4-5. 3. Place the evidence so that fumes can contact as much of its surface as possible. If desired, place a control fingerprint on a glass slide, and set the slide into one of the slide slots in the face plate. 4.
Chapter 4: Using the System Heater Adjustment 1. Push the control switch to the “Heat” position. The temperature of the heater will be displayed on the controller, as shown in Figure 4-6. When the heater is on, the “out” indicator will be lit. Figure 4-6 Out Indicator Light Heater Temperature “UP” Button “DOWN” Button “SET” Button 2. To check or change the temperature setting: a. Press SET. “SP” will appear on the display. b. Press SET again. The current temperature setting is displayed. c.
Chapter 4: Using the System Fuming Procedure 1. Ensure that the inside of the chamber and the evidence being fumed is dry, and has no condensation on it. 2. If the relative humidity of the operating environment is less than 30%, you may wish to increase the humidity in the clear chamber. Place NO MORE THAN 1-2 drops of water in a heating pan, open the heater door, and place it in one of the heater receptacles. Close the heater door, as shown in Figure 4-7.
Chapter 4: Using the System 10. Remove any evidence hooks or shelves from the stainless steel face plate. 11. Wipe up any residue from the stainless steel face plate and the clear chamber. 12. Unplug the unit. Stow the foam storage insert and the accessories in the bottom of the clear chamber. 13. Raise the leveling foot to the up position by pulling the pin out, and sliding the foot up until the pin sets, as shown in Figure 4-4. 14.
Chapter 5: Maintaining the System The common service operations necessary to maintain the CApture Portable Fuming System’s peak performance are listed below. Routine Maintenance Schedule Weekly • Using an appropriate soap or detergent solution, or LabSolutions Glass & Surface Wipes, Labconco part # 1570000; clean the stainless steel face plate. • If the inside surface of the clear chamber is cleaned, reapply either Rain-X® or Rain Block treatmentTM.
Chapter 5: Maintaining the System Service Operations Filter Replacement: 1. Unplug the system. Separate the heater/filter module from the clear chamber. Place the module with the stainless steel face plate down on a stable, level surface, as shown in Figure 5-1. Figure 5-1 2. Loosen the maintenance panel thumbscrew. It is a captive screw, and will be retained by the panel. 3. Remove the panel from the module, and locate the filter cartridge, as shown in Figure 5-2.
Chapter 5: Maintaining the System 4. Grasp the filter cartridge and pull the bottom of the cartridge until the filter cartridge inlet pulls out of the filter cartridge seal. Keep pulling the bottom of the cartridge out until it clears the back edge of the heater/filter module, then pull it out of the flexible connector. 5. Discard the used cartridge, and install a replacement, by reversing the removal steps. 6.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Refer to the following table if the system fails to operate properly. If the suggested corrective actions do not solve the problem, contact Labconco for additional assistance. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Blower and controller won’t turn on Unit not plugged into outlet Plug the cabinet into appropriate electrical service. Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker.
Appendix A: Components CApture Portable Fuming System Parts Item Quantity Part No.
Appendix B: Dimensions B-1 Clear Chamber Interior Dimensions: 16”(406mm)H x 8”(203mm)W x 8” (203mm)D 22 Product Service 1-800-522-7658
Appendix C: Specifications Electrical Data Model # 3420000 34200-20, -22, -24 Requirements 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 Amp 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.5 Amp Energy Use 75 Watts 75 Watts Environmental Conditions • Indoor use only. • Maximum altitude: 6562 feet (2000 meters). • Ambient temperature range: 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C). • Maximum relative humidity: 80% for temperatures up to 88°F (31°C), decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 104°F (40°C).
Appendix D: Accessories Clear Chamber (# 3421901) Replacement clear chamber, with latches installed. 2 lb. (0.9kg). Heating Pans (#3425202) Package of 250 aluminum disposable heating pans. 1 lb. (0.5kg). Filter Cartridge (#3421801) Replacement particulate/ granular activated carbon filter cartridge. Lasts for 100 development cycles. 5 lbs. (2.3kg). Exhaust Connection Kit (#3425400) Allows the system to exhaust to a remote location, or a nearby chemical fume hood. Includes 10’ (1.
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