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Now that the site for your laboratory fume hood is
properly prepared, you are ready to unpack, inspect,
install, and certify your unit. Read this chapter to learn
how to:
• Unpack and move your Protector ClassMate
Hood.
• Set up the fume hood with the supporting
structure and work surface.
• Connect to an exhaust system.
• Connect the electrical supply source.
• Connect the service lines.
• Sealing the Protector ClassMate Hood.
• Arrange certification of your Protector
ClassMate Hood.
Depending upon which model you are installing, you
may need common plumbing and electrical installation
tools in addition to 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", and 1/2"
wrenches, ratchets, sockets, a nut driver set, a flat-blade
screwdriver, a Phillips screwdriver, and a carpenter
level to complete the instructions in the chapter.
The Protector ClassMate models
weigh between 400 – 700 lbs. (182-318
kg). The shipping skid allows for
lifting with a mechanical lift truck or
floor jack. If you must lift the fume
hood manually, use at least six (6)
!