User’s Manual Protector® Series Evidence Drying Cabinets Models 3400000 3FT EVIDENCE DRYING CABINET 3400000, 3400001, 3400002, 3400003, 3400004, 3400010, 3400011, 3400012, 3400013, 3400014 3404000 4FT EVIDENCE DRYING CABINET 3404000, 3404001, 3404002, 3404003, 3404004, 3404010, 3404011, 3404012, 3404013, 3404014 3405000 5FT EVIDENCE DRYING CABINET 3405000, 3405001, 3405002, 3405003, 3405004, 3405010, 3405011, 3405012, 3405013, 3405014 To receive important product updates, complete your product registrati
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1 CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES Space Requirements Clearance Location Requirements Exhaust Requirements Electrical Requirements Drain Requirements Water Requirements (Models 34000-10 thru -14, 34040-10 thru -14, 34050-10 thru -14 only) 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED Unpacking the Cabinet Moving the Cabinet Attaching the Cabinet to the Wall Drain Options (Models 34000-00 thru -04, 34040-00 thru -04, 34050-00 thru -04 only) Drain Options (Models 34000-10 thru
CHAPTER 5: USING THE CABINET Models 34000-00 thru -04, 34040-00 thru -04, 34050-00 thru -04 only Models 34000-10 thru -14, 34040-10 thru -14, 34050-10 thru -14 only CHAPTER 6: MAINTAINING THE CABINET Routine Maintenance Schedule Service Operations Door Evidence Prefilter Replacement Door Prefilter Replacement Cabinet Evidence Prefilter Replacement Cabinet Prefilter Replacement Granular Activated Carbon and HEPA Filter Replacement Changing the UV Lamp (Models 34000-00 thru -04, 34040-00 thru -04, 34050-00 th
Chapter 1: Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of a Labconco Protector Evidence Drying Cabinet. The cabinet is designed to protect you, and the room environment from biohazardous aerosols and offensive odors while drying evidence. The Protector Series cabinet is the result of years of experience in manufacturing laboratory equipment, and users like you suggested many of its features to us. The Evidence Drying cabinet models offer many unique features to enhance performance and flexibility.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites Before you install the evidence drying cabinet, you need to plan 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 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.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites Location Requirements Note: The 3’ Cabinet is equipped with locking casters to ease installation and maintenance. It should be located on a flat floor for proper cabinet alignment and door operation. Exhaust Requirements If you intend to connect the cabinet to the optional Exhaust Connection Kit, first examine the location to ensure that it accommodates the cabinet’s exhaust duct.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites Water Requirements (# 34000-10 thru -14, 3404010 thru -14 & 34050-10 thru -14 Only) If you intend to connect the water supply to wash down the cabinet, locate the cabinet within 6 feet (1.8 m) of a domestic water line, equipped with a water shut off valve ending in a 3/4–inch male garden hose connector. Water system pressure should be 10-40 PSIG (0.7-2.8 Bar).
Chapter 3: Getting Started Now that the installation site is properly planned, you are ready to inspect and install the Protector Evidence Drying Cabinet. This chapter covers how to: • Unpack and move the cabinet. • Install the cabinet. • Connect the electrical supply source. Tools required for installation of the cabinet include two 1/2" wrenches, a flat-blade screwdriver, a #2 Phillips screwdriver, scissors, or a box knife. Note: The 3’ cabinet weighs approximately 300 lbs.
Chapter 3: Getting Started If the cabinet was damaged in transit, you must file a claim directly with the freight carrier. Labconco Corporation and its dealers are not responsible for shipping damages. Do not discard the carton or packing material for the cabinet until all of the components have been checked, installed and tested. 3’ Cabinet Sizes The 3’ Cabinet is secured to the pallet using four transport brackets, two on each side. To remove the brackets, do the following: 1.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Moving the Cabinet When moving the cabinet, DO NOT PUSH ON THE FRONT OR BACK OF THE UNIT. Move the cabinet by pushing or pulling it sideways. This will minimize the possibility of the unit overturning when in motion. Attaching the Cabinet to the Wall WARNING: The evidence drying cabinet must be secured to a wall stud, or other suitable wall structure, using the included strap(s) and bracket(s). This will minimize the possibility of the unit overturning when in use. 1.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Secure bracket to wall stud Figure 3-1 79.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Drain Options - UV Lamp Models (Model # 34000-00 thru -04, 34040-00 thru -04 & 34050-00 thru -04 only) NOTE: These models can either drain to a bucket, already located in the lower storage area, or the bucket can be removed, and an optional Drain Kit (#3928200) can be installed. The optional drain kit allows the cabinet to drain to a nearby floor drain. On units equipped with the drain bucket: NOTE: The drain bucket had a working capacity of approximately 1.5 gallons.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Drain Options - Wash Down Models (Model # 3400010 thru -14, 34040-10 thru -14 & 34050-10 thru -14 only) NOTE: This model is designed to have its drain hose routed to a nearby floor drain. To install the drain hose assembly: NOTE: The drain line should be routed to a floor drain with an air gap only. NEVER directly connect the drain line to a sewer or drain system, or use a stand pipe, to prevent backflow into the cabinet. 1.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Preparing the Evidence Drying Cabinet for Operation After the evidence drying cabinet has been removed from its pallet and positioned in its final location, you must: 1. Remove the tie and/or tape securing the door, the lower storage area door, and the filters on top of the unit. 2. Ensure that the transport brackets have been removed from the front of the cabinet liner.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Initial Operation Prior to use with evidence, you should perform the following operational tests to ensure the cabinet is operating properly: • Airflow Smoke Pattern Test 3 With the cabinet fan ON, introduce smoke (from a cigarette, chemical smoke stick, etc.) into the prefilter at the bottom of the door. The smoke should flow directly into the cabinet, and then into the upper prefilter located at the top of the cabinet liner.
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions The Protector Evidence Drying Cabinet operates using the following principles: • Directional airflow. • Prefiltration of large particulates by an inlet prefilter (in the door) and an exhaust prefilter (in the top of the liner). • Filtration and retention of particulates by a High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filter. • Adsorption of organic (odorous) chemicals by a granular activated carbon filter.
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions Directional Airflow Directional airflow plays a critical role in evidence drying cabinet performance. Air is drawn into the inlet prefilter, located on the bottom of the door. The filtered air then flows upward through the liner, passing over the evidence to be dried.
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions Optional Evidence Prefilters Optional Evidence Prefilters can be fitted on the inside (cabinet side) of the door prefilter (located on the front of the door) and cabinet prefilter (located on the inside top of the liner). These thin prefilters are designed for singleuse, to be removed after the evidence has dried. After removal, the Evidence Prefilters can be examined for trace evidence, or stored with the evidence in a sealed bag for future reference.
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions Blower The blower assembly pulls room air into the intake prefilter on the front of the door, through the liner and exhaust prefilter, and then forces it through the HEPA and granular activated carbon filter. The evidence drying cabinet uses a motorized, backward curved fan for quiet, energy efficient operation.
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions Safety Precautions Wash Down Models (Model # 34000-10 thru -14, 34040-10 thru -14 & 34050-10 thru -14 only): DO NOT directly connect the drain line to a sewer, drain system or place in a vertical standpipe. This type of installation will not allow the drain to function properly. DO NOT use the wash down gun to clean up biohazardous material; Disinfect any surface or material BEFORE using the gun.
Chapter 4: Performance Features and Safety Precautions HEPA filters only remove particulate matter. Operations generating volatile toxic chemicals are prohibited. The media of the filter is fragile and should not be touched. Avoid puncturing the HEPA filter during installation or normal operation. If you suspect that a HEPA filter has been damaged, DO NOT use the cabinet; contact Labconco at 800-821-5525 or 816-333-8811 for further information.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet UV Lamp Models (Model # 34000-00 thru -04, 34040-00 thru -04 & 34050-00 thru -04 only) Fan/UV Light Switch The cabinet Fan/UV Light switch is located on the upper front of the cabinet, as shown in Figure 5-1. Turning the switch to the “Fan” position starts the blower, drawing air in through the cabinet. Turning the switch to the “UV On” position will allow the UV light to turn on when the door(s) is closed and the UV Security lock is in the “ON” position.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet Figure 5-1 Shelf Operation The three drying shelves on the left side wall can be positioned horizontally to dry small pieces of evidence, or swung down, against the left side wall of the liner, if needed. To position the shelves in the up (horizontal) position: 1. Pivot the desired shelf until it is above horizontal (the frame of the shelf is higher than the retaining clip on the back wall of the liner. 2. Push the shelf back all the way. 3.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet Drying in the Cabinet Start-up • Turn off UV light and turn the UV Security switch to “OFF”. Remove the key, and store it in a safe place. • Ensure the drain strainer is in place. • Turn the switch to “Fan”. • Check the condition of the prefilters. If your protocol requires the use of evidence prefilters, ensure a new set of both door and cabinet prefilters has been properly installed, according to the instructions in Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Cabinet.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet Unloading Evidence • Wear a long sleeved lab coat with knit cuffs and over-the-cuff rubber gloves. Use protective eyewear. Wear a protective mask if appropriate. • Carefully remove objects in the cabinet. Evidence that was considered biohazardous when loaded should be handled as biohazardous. If your protocol required the use of evidence prefilters, remove them now and store them appropriately.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet Wash Down Models (Model # 34000-10 thru -14, 34040-10 thru -14 & 34050-10 thru -14) Fan/Drain Pump Switch The cabinet Fan/Drain Pump switch is located on the upper front of the cabinet, as shown in Figure 5-1a. Turning the switch to the “Fan” position starts the blower, drawing air into through the cabinet. Turning the switch to the “Drain Pump” position starts the drain pump. Do not operate the pump dry for more than 5 minutes.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet Shelf Operation The three drying shelves on the left side wall can be positioned horizontally to dry small pieces of evidence, or swung down, against the left side wall of the liner, if needed. To position the shelves in the up (horizontal) position: 1. Pivot the desired shelf until it is above horizontal (the frame of the shelf is higher than the retaining clip on the back wall of the liner. 2. Push the shelf back all the way. 3.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet Wipe-Down • Open the door to its full open position. • Wipe down the interior surfaces of the cabinet with 70% ethanol, or a suitable disinfectant, and allow to dry. CAUTION: Do not use bleach on the stainless steel liner. Use disinfectants compatible with stainless steel. Loading Evidence • Load the evidence so that air flows around all surfaces of it. Do not overload the cabinet. Do not place objects directly against the side walls.
Chapter 5: Using the Cabinet • Allow the pump to operate for 30 seconds to 5 minutes after the cabinet liner has drained. Then turn off the pump. Turn the cabinet water shut off valve off. • Remove and clean out the drain strainer. • Inspect and clean the prefilters at the bottom of the door, and at the top of the liner. • Dispose of rubber gloves appropriately, and have lab coat laundered properly. • Wash hands and arms thoroughly with germicidal soap.
Chapter 6: Maintaining the Cabinet The common service operations necessary to maintain the Evidence Drying cabinet for peak performance are listed below. Routine Maintenance Schedule Weekly • Using 70% ethanol, or a suitable disinfectant, surface disinfect the inside of the cabinet. • Using an appropriate glass cleaner, or LabSolutions Glass & Surface Wipes, Labconco part # 1570000; clean the door and the surface of the UV lamp. • Operate the cabinet blower, noting if the Filter System Light turns on.
Chapter 6: Maintaining the Cabinet Service Operations Door Evidence Prefilter Replacement: 1. Pull the prefilter frame(s) straight away from the door(s), as shown in Figure 6-1. 2. Wearing appropriate gloves, and working on the inside surface of the prefilter frame(s), carefully pull out the Evidence prefilter(s). The Evidence prefilter(s) can now be examined for trace evidence, or stored with the evidence in a sealed bag for future reference. 3. Examine the door prefilter(s).
Chapter 6: Maintaining the Cabinet Cabinet Evidence Prefilter Replacement: 1. Open the cabinet’s glass door(s), and locate the cabinet prefilter frame on the upper right side of the liner. See Figure 6-2. 2. To access the prefilter, loosen the captive thumbscrew until it is released. The front of the prefilter frame will swing down. NOTE: The prefilter frame can be removed from the cabinet for easier prefilter examination and removal.
Chapter 6: Maintaining the Cabinet Granular Activated Carbon and HEPA Filter Replacement: 1. Use an appropriate stepladder release the two bungee cords securing the granular activated and carbon and HEPA filters, as shown in Figure 6-3. 2. When handling used filters or prefilters, always wear appropriate personnel protective equipment. 3. Lift the granular activated carbon and HEPA filters straight up and out of the cabinet top. 4.
Chapter 6: Maintaining the Cabinet Changing the UV Lamp (Models 34000-00 thru -04, 34040-00 thru -04 & 34050-00 thru -04): Note: For optimum performance, the UV lamp should be changed on an annual basis. The UV lamp and the work area of the cabinet must be thoroughly decontaminated before removing the lamp. 1. Thoroughly surface decontaminate the UV lamp and the work area of the cabinet. 2. Unplug the cabinet, and open the door(s). 3.
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Refer to the following table if the cabinet fails to operate properly. If the suggested corrective actions do not solve the problem, contact Labconco for additional assistance. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Cabinet blower and lights won’t turn on Unit not plugged into outlet Plug the cabinet into appropriate electrical service. Check connection to the top of cabinet.
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Filter System Light turns on Blockage of the intake prefilters Check the inlet prefilters; replace if needed. Ensure that there is no obstruction of the exhaust on top of the cabinet. HEPA filter loading Replace the HEPA filter.
Appendix A: Components Evidence Drying Cabinet Replacement Parts Item Quantity (ea per unit) Part No.
Appendix B: Dimensions B-1 B Interior Dimensions: 56.0”(1422mm) Height x 26.5”(673mm) Deep x “C” Lower Storage Dimensions: 12.4”(315mm) Height x 26.5”(673mm) Deep x “D” Model Number 34000-00 thru -14 34040-00 thru -14 34050-00 thru -14 Size 3’ 4’ 5’ A 36.0” (1097mm) 48.0” (1219mm) 60.0” (1524mm) Product Service 1-800-522-7658 B Casters Legs Legs C 32.3” (820mm) 45.3” (1151mm) 57.3” (1455mm) D 25.5” (648mm) 37.5” (953mm) 49.
Appendix C: Specifications Electrical Data Model # 34000 -00 , -10 34000- 01 thru -04 & -11 thru -14 34040 -00 , -10 34040- 01 thru -04 & -11 thru -14 34050 -00 , -10 34050- 01 thru -04 & -11 thru -14 Requirements 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 6 Amps 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3 Amps 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 6 Amps 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3 Amps 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 6 Amps 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 3 Amps Energy Use 100W 100W 100W 100W 100W 100W Environmental Conditions 36 • Indoor use only. • Maximum altitude: 6562 feet (2000 meters).
Appendix D: Accessories Door Evidence Prefilters (3FT #3951802, 4FT #3951822, 5FT #3951832) Package of 10 each Door Evidence prefilters. Evidence prefilters are single use polyester prefilters to be examined and or retained for trace evidence. Precut to fit the door prefilter frame. 1 lb. (0.5kg). Cabinet Evidence Prefilters (#3951803) Package of 10 each Cabinet Evidence prefilters. Evidence prefilters are single use polyester prefilters to be examined and or retained for trace evidence.
Appendix D: Accessories Paper Liners (3FT #3894200, 4FT #3894201, 5FT #3894202) A package of 100 paper liners (die cut paper to fit the bottom of the cabinet) to collect material that falls from evidence. Paper is waxed on one side. 25 lbs. (11kg). Security Tags (#3902400) Package of 100 each tamper-evident, labeled tags. Tags irreversibly indicate if the cabinet door has been opened during the drying cycle. 1 lb. (0.5kg).
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