Barnstead International 379 Series User manual

CULTURE INCUBATOR
TYPE 37900
OPERATION MANUAL
AND PARTS LIST
SERIES 379
Models:
I37925
I37924
I37920-26
LT379X2 • 2/4/04 Serial Number__________________

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This manual contains important operating and safety information. The user must carefully
read and understand the contents of this manual prior to the use of this equipment.
Safety Information ..............................................................................................................................................3
Alert Boxes ....................................................................................................................................................3
Warnings ........................................................................................................................................................3
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................5
Intended Use..................................................................................................................................................5
Function ........................................................................................................................................................5
Principles of Operation ..................................................................................................................................5
Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................6
Operation ............................................................................................................................................................7
Calibration Procedures ..................................................................................................................................7
Operational Precautions and Limitations ......................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................................8
Maintenance and Servicing ................................................................................................................................9
Replacing Door Hinge Assembly ..................................................................................................................9
Removing Door Insulation..............................................................................................................................9
Replacing Fuse ..............................................................................................................................................9
Replacing Control ..........................................................................................................................................9
Replacing Inner Chamber, Element, Pilot Light and Element Insulation ....................................................10
Replacing Element and Observe Location of Element Insulation ..............................................................10
Pilot Light Replacement ..............................................................................................................................10
Wiring Diagram..................................................................................................................................................11
Exploded View ..................................................................................................................................................12
Replacement Parts List ....................................................................................................................................13
Ordering Procedures ........................................................................................................................................14
Material Safety Data Sheet ..............................................................................................................................15
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................................20
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Table of Contents

Your Thermolyne Culture Incubator has been designed
with function, reliability, and safety in mind. It is the user’s
responsibility to install it in conformance with local electri-
cal codes. For safe operation, please pay attention to the
alert boxes throughout the manual.
Warnings
To avoid electrical shock, always:
1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet of cor-
rect voltage and current handling capacity.
2. Disconnect from the power supply prior to main-
tenance and servicing.
To avoid personal injury:
1. Do not use in the presence of flammable or
combustible materials; fire or explosion may
result. This device contains components which
may ignite such materials.
2. "Caution: Hot Surface. Avoid Contact." The inte-
rior surfaces of this incubator will become hot
during use.
3. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Please note the following warning:
THIS WARNING IS PRESENTED FOR COMPLIANCE
WITH CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 AND OTHER
REGULATORY AGENCIES AND ONLY APPLIES TO THE
INSULATION IN THIS PRODUCT. THIS PRODUCT
CONTAINS REFRACTORY CERAMIC, REFRACTORY
CERAMIC FIBER OR FIBERGLASS (GLASS WOOL)
INSULATION WHICH CAN PRODUCE RESPIRABLE
FIBERS AND DUST WHEN HANDLED. THESE FIBERS
OR DUSTS CAN CAUSE IRRITATION AND CAN
AGGRAVATE PRE—EXISTING RESPIRATORY DIS-
EASE. REFRACTORY CERAMIC INSULATIONS MAY
CONTAIN OR MAY FORM CRYSTALLINE SILICA
(CRYSTOBALITE) WHICH MAY CAUSE LUNG DAMAGE
(SILICOSIS).
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Safety Information
Warning
Warnings alert you to a possibility of
personal injury.
Caution
Cautions alert you to a possibility of
damage to the equipment.
Note
Notes alert you to pertinent facts
and conditions.
Alert Signals

THE INTERNATIONAL AGENCY FOR RESEARCH ON
CANCER (IARC) HAS CLASSIFIED REFRACTORY
CERAMIC FIBER AND FIBERGLASS AS (2B) POSSIBLY
CARCINOGENIC. IARC HAS CLASSIFIED CRYS-
TALLINE SILICA AS (2A) PROBABLY CARCINOGENIC.
The insulating materials are located in the door, the
hearth collar, in the chamber of the product or the top
plate assembly. Tests performed by the manufacturer indi-
cate that there is no significant risk of exposure to dust or
respirable fibers resulting from operation of this equip-
ment under normal conditions. However, there may be a
risk of exposure to respirable dusts or fibers when repair-
ing or maintaining the insulating materials, or when other-
wise disturbing the materials in a manner which causes
release of dust or fibers therefrom. Through the use of
proper handling procedures you can work safely with
these insulating materials and minimize any exposure.
Accordingly, before you repair or replace any insulating
materials, or perform any other servicing on this product
which could disturb or cause exposure to dust from insu-
lating materials, you should consult the appropriate
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS's) for such products
with respect to proper handling and appropriate protective
equipment. For additional MSDS's, or additional informa-
tion concerning the handling of refractory ceramic prod-
ucts, please contact the Customer Service Department of
Barnstead International.
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SAFETY INFORMATION

Intended Use
Dry heat incubation of inoculated media in the microbiolo-
gy laboratory.
Function
To provide a controlled temperature, dry heat environment
from 30°C to 65°C.
Principles of Operation
Abimetallic thermostat energizes a resistant heating ele-
ment which is in contact with the thermally conductive
chamber. Turning of the adjustment knob located at the
rear increases or decreases the distance between the
contact points which enables the user to adjust tempera-
ture between 30°C and 65°C.
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Introduction

Model Volts Hz Watts Amps
I37925 120 50/60 50 .42
I37920-26 220 50/60 50 .32
I37924 100 50/60 50 .50
Chamber Size Exterior Dimensions Operating Range
10"W X 6-3/4"H X 8"D 12-3/8"W X 10-3/4"H X 12-7/8"D 30°C to 65°C
30°C 37°C 56°C 65°C
Temperature Stability: ±0.15°C ±0.15°C ±0.15°C ±0.25°C
Temperature Uniformity (unloaded chamber): ±0.35°C ±0.6°C ±1.1°C ±1.35°C
Heatup Time from a Cold Start (unloaded): 90 min. 95 min. 105 min. 140 min.
Recovery Time: 19 min. 23 min. 41 min. 40 min.
Thermometer Supplied: see specifications below.
Ambient Operating Range: 17°C to 27°C
General Laboratory Thermometer Specifications:
12" long, 76mm immersion, -20 to 110°C, 1°C Subdivisions, total indication accuracy ± 1.5°C.
During shipment, filling liquid may become separated in capillary or bubble may form in bulb. Unite liquid by
immersing bulb in a mixture of ice, salt and water. After liquid has receded into bulb, remove thermometer
from cooling bath. Hold in vertical position and lightly tap bulb against palm of hand or soft pad to disperse
any bubbles. Keep in vertical position until liquid has expanded into lower part of capillary.
The following test data is given for your information:
Test Data #1—Eleven Mueller-Hinton 105mm plates were placed in the rear left corner of the incubator. A
probe was centered in the media in the inverted top plate. A plate was also located on the bottom right front
corner containing a probe centered in the media. A Fluke 2200A NIST traceable recorder was used to scan
the temperature of both probes in five minute intervals. Incubator temperature was set at 39.75°C in a room
temperature of 24-25°C. Uniformity reading was ±0.25°C and temperature stability was ±0.15°C over the one
hour period.
Test Data #2—Six tubes (16 X 150mm) were filled with water and placed in the center floor of the incubator.
Each tube contained a probe mounted in the center of the tube. The incubator was set at 44.5°C. A Fluke
2200A recorder (NIST traceable) recorded temperatures over a 12-1/2 hour period at 15 minute intervals.
Ambient was maintained between 22-24°C. Stability was reported at ±0.2°C and uniformity at ±0.25°C.
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Specifications

Insert the thermometer to the 76mm immersion line through
the grommet located at the top center of the incubator. Turn
the incubator around to observe the thermostat adjustment
knob located at the center rear. Note the reference scale
numbers from one to ten. Sample reference control settings
are provided as follows:
30°C 37°C 56°C 65°C
3 setting 4-1/4 setting 8 setting 9-1/2 setting
These settings are approximate and may vary somewhat
from unit to unit. Read your thermometer and adjust your
control setting. Allow thirty minutes for temperature to stabi-
lize between fine adjustments. You are now ready to incu-
bate.
Calibration Procedures
The thermostat is factory calibrated and cannot be calibrated
in the field. It is recommended the thermostat be replaced if
your incubator does not operate within specifications. See the
parts price list for part number and instructions for replace-
ment procedure.
Checking thermometer calibration: It is a good practice to
check your thermometer calibration periodically. Equipment
required consists of a water bath controllable within tenths of
a degree centigrade and a National Institute for Standards
and Technology (NIST) reference thermometer. The supplied
thermometer should be placed in the water bath with the
NIST thermometer. Compare the reading of the NIST ther-
mometer with the supplied thermometer.
Operational Precautions and
Limitations
1. Do not place your incubator directly under air condi-
tioning or heating vents, in sunlight or in front of an
open window, as extreme air currents and ambient
shifts can cause the incubator to operate out of
specifications.
2. Minimize door opening time while incubating to
assure your specimens are maintained at the prop-
er incubating temperature.
3. Do not place a thermal barrier over the incubator
floor as this can affect incubator performance.
4. A maximum of 10 lbs distributed over entire floor,
1-2 lbs on shelf. 7
Operation
Warning
To avoid personal injury do not use in
the presence of flammable or com-
bustible materials; fire or explosion
may result. This device contains com-
ponents which may ignite such materi-
als.
Caution
"Caution: Hot Surface. Avoid Contact."
The interior surfaces of this incubator
will become hot during use.

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY
No heat. Unit not plugged in. Plug in unit.
Blown fuse. Replace fuse and test other
components.
Defective cord set. Replace cord set.
Faulty control. Replace control.
Open element. Replace element.
Unstable temperature. Loose control. Tighten control.
Faulty control. Replace control.
Temperature goes to Loose control. Tighten control.
maximum.
Faulty control. Replace control.
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Troubleshooting

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Replacing Door Hinge Assembly
a) Remove set screws from stop couplings.
b) Slide rod to right or left and remove.
c) Nylon washers must be placed between door
and case when re-installing. Re-assemble.
Removing Door Insulation
a) Insulation is held intact by double faced tape.
b) Old door insulation must be pried out. Remove
expended double faced tape.
c) Remove protective paper from tape on replace-
ment insulation and install, aligning recesses in
insulation over screw heads.
Replacing Fuse
a) Fuse is located at the bottom rear of the incuba-
tor.
b) The fuse holder is spring loaded. Push in and
turn to the left. Remove fuse.
c) Install replacement fuse.
Replacing Control
a) Remove control knob.
b) Remove two screws from access cover.
c) Remove two black wires from control.
d) Remove control screw noting presence of spacer
under control.
e) Reverse procedure to install replacement con-
trol.
Maintenance and Servicing
Warning
Disconnect from the power supply
prior to maintenance and servicing.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Caution
"Caution: Hot Surface. Avoid Contact."
The interior surfaces of this incubator
will become hot during use.
Caution
Only use proper amperage fuse. A
blown fuse may indicate other faulty
components.
Note
When re-installing knob, control
shaft must be fully counterclockwise
and pointer knob should be set on
#1 of access cover.

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Replacing Inner Chamber,
Element, Pilot Light and Element
Insulation
a) Remove control knob.
b) Remove two screws at the rear near the sides of the
case.
c) Pull inner chamber assembly out from the front.
d) Observe extension wire location. Remove four
extension wires from inner chamber assembly.
Replacing Element and Observe
Location of Element Insulation
a) Gently disconnect control wires and element lead
wires.
b) Remove two spring clamps from nylon spacer nuts.
c) Remove plate and insulation.
d) Loosen two screws in rear of inner chamber but do
not remove.
e) Remove element.
f) Re-assemble.
Pilot Light Replacement
a) Remove top piece of insulation by gently pulling
down from the rear.
b) Slide pilot light housing toward the leads. Lens will
remain in pilot light port.
c) Disconnect wire nut and snip three wire ties.
d) To re-install replacement pilot light assembly, snap
pilot light housing into pilot light lens.
e) Apply new wire ties—re-assemble.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

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Wiring Diagrams
Part Description Model No. and BI Part No.
Number I37924 I37925
C1 Capacitor, .002mfd, 500V CAX41 CAX41
DS1 Lamp, cycle light PLX73 PLX73
F1 Fuse, 1 amp, 100V, .5 amp, 120V FZX8 FZX16
HR1 Element, 200 ohm 100V, 288 ohm, 120V EL379X3 EL379X1
S1 Switch, thermostat CNX98 CNX98

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EXPLODED VIEW

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Culture Incubator, Series 379 — Models I37290-26, I37925 & I37924
KEY PART DESCRIPTION KEY PART DESCRIPTION
NO. NO. NO. NO.
1PT374X2 Plate (2 required) 44 PT379X1 Back Insulation
2BC374X2 Bracket 45 JC374X1 Fastener, Nut (2
3FNX101 Fastener, Nut (6 required) required)
4BC374X3 Bracket 46 FN374X1 Fastener, Washer
5FW179X1 Fastener, Washer (2 required)
6BC374X4 Bracket (2 required) 47 FWX12 Bracket
7FW374X1 Fastener, Washer (2 required) 48 BC188X1 Fastener, Screw
8CNX98 Control (4 required)
9FWX72 Fastener, Washer 49 FSX20 Element Assembly, 120V
10 FSX35 Fastener, Screw EL379X1 Element Assembly, 220V
11 CU374X1 Coupling (2 required) EL379X2 Element Assembly, 100V
12 FSX27 Set Screw (2 required) 50 EL379X3 Terminal Block
13 JN374X1 Door Insulation including 51 TRX77 Fastener, Screw
5/TA374X1's; 2/GS374X2's; 52 FSX184 Terminal, for ground
2/GS374X1’s 53 TRX73 Fastener, Screw (2 required)
14 FSX275 Fastener, Screw (2 required) 54 FSX115 Fastener, Screw (6 required)
15 DL379X6 Silk screened Door 55 FSX93 Fastener, Screw
16 HNX10 Handle 56 FSX31 Snap Bushing
17 MEX147 Thermometer 57 JSX61 Shelf
18 SF374X1 Shaft SH379X1
19 FTX2 Foot (2 required)
20 GMX2 Grommet
21 PL374X1A Pilot Light, 100, 120V Items not shown on the exploded view:
PL379X1A Pilot Light, 220V FZX8 Fuse, 100V
22 DL379X7 Dial Plate (Access Cover Silk screened) 58 FZX16 Fuse, 120, 220V
23 FSX184 Fastener, Screw (2 required) CA374X1A Capacitor Assembly,
24 KBX27 Knob connected to terminal block,
25 FZX9 Fuse Holder 100, 120V
26 CR374X1 Cord Set, 100, 120V CA333X1A Capacitor Assembly,
CR375X2 Cord Set, 220V connected to terminal block,
27 SRX16 Strain Relief 220V
28 FSX11 Fastener, Screw FCX4 Fastener Cable Tie (3
29 Nut Supplied with FZX9 required)
31 FNX101 Fastener, Nut WM374X2A Wire Assembly (black)
32 FSX19 Fastener, Screw (4 required) 100, 120V
33 FTX4 Foot (4 required) SC379X1A Wire Assembly (black) 220V
34 FWX61 Fastener, Washer (4 required) WM374X4A Wire Assembly
35 CS379X2 Case Assembly (green/yellow)
36 A Bottom Insulation WM374X3A Wire Assembly (white)
37 JN374X2 Fastener, Washer (2 required) LT379X2 Operating Instructions/
38 FWX79 Side Insulation (2 required) Parts List
39 JN374X4 Top Insulation DLX97 Warning Label
40 JN374X3 Plate (2 required)
41 PT374X4 Plate (2 required)
42 PT374X5 Spring Clamp (2 required)
43 FCX32 Plate
Replacement Parts List

Please refer to the Specification Plate for the complete
model number, serial number, and series number when
requesting service, replacement parts or in any corre-
spondence concerning this unit.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Barnstead
International dealer from whom you purchased this unit or
can be obtained promptly from the factory. When service
or replacement parts are needed we ask that you check
first with your dealer. If the dealer cannot handle your
request, then contact our Customer Service Department
at 563-556-2241 or 800-553-0039. Prior to returning any
materials to Barnstead International, please contact our
Customer Service Department for a “Return Materials
Authorization” number (RMA). Material returned without a
RMA number will be refused. Minimum invoice: $25.
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Ordering Procedures

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Owens/Corning Fiberglass
Material Safety Data Sheet
Manufacturer:Owens-Corning Fiberglass Corp. Health Information Phone and
Emergency
Fiberglass Tower Phone:
Toledo, Ohio 43659 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EST): [phone]
Emergencies only,after 5:00 PM (EST):
[phone]
Product Division:Insulation Operating Division (INSOD) Technical Product Information Phone:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EST): [phone]
Date Prepared:June 1, 1991
Supersedes MSDS Dated: July 20, 1987
Product Name(s): Attic Blanket, Sound Attenuation Batts, Sonobatts, Flame Spread 25, FS25, Extended Flange
FS25, FS25 Pin Perf Residential/Commercial Insulation, Metal Framing Insulation, Metal Framing Batts, Wall
Insulation, Insulation Batts, Masonry Wall Insulation, Sidewall Batt Insulation, Cathedral Batt Insulation, Water
Heater Blanket, Water Heater Top Insulation, Pipe Wrap Insulation, Multi-purpose Insulation, Faced Duct Wrap
Insulation, Thermaglas, Advanced Thermacube Plus, Type YM, Standard Blend, Residential Bldg., Sill Sealer,
Noise Barrier Batts, Curtain Watt, Glass Lath®, Shaft Wall, Commercial Grade Duct Wrap, Unfaced Duct Wrap, All
Service Faced Duct Wrap, Duct Board, Mfg. Hsng. Duct Bd., Dishwasher, Equip. & Appliance, Lydall,
Refrigeration, Molding Media P-80 Basic, WCI Refrigeration, WCI Freezer, Flexible Concrete Curing, Flexible Type
75 AF-FDM, Formboard, Cold Storage Wall, Hullboard, Flexible Marine, Acoustical Backing Board, Metal Building
(all types), Wide Flute, Roof Insulation, Warm-N-Dri®, Manufactured Housing Insulation
Section 1 - Component Data
Hazardous Ingredients:
Common Chemical CAS Number % OSHA-PEL ACGIH-TLV Other
Name Name Composition
Fiberglass Fibrous 65997-17-3 85-96 a. 10mg/M33 x 106 fiber/M3
Wool Glass 8-hr TWA 10-hr TWA
(NIOSH-REL)
Nonhazardous Ingredients:
Cured Phenol/formaldehyde 25104-55-6 4-15 ………None Established………
binder solids
a. OSHA has not yet established a PEL for fibrous glass. OSHA considers it to be a "particulate not otherwise reg-
ulated" (PNOR) with a PEL of 5 mg/M3 for the respirable dust fraction, and 15 mg/M3 for the total dust fraction,
both as an 8-hr TWA.
Section 2 - Emergency and First-Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash with mild soap and running water. Use a washcloth to help remove fibers. To avoid further
irritation, do not rub or scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or scratching may force fibers into the skin.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Flush with flowing water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

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Ingestion: N.A. (Not Applicable)
Section 3 - Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point (°F): N.A. (Not Applicable)
Auto Ignition Temperature (°F): N.A.
Extinguishing Media: Water, Foam, Dry Chemical
Method Used: N.A.
Flammability Limits (%): LEL: N.A. UEL: N.A.
Special Fire-Fighting Instructions: In a sustained fire, self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: The facing on kraft paper and foil faced products will burn and should
not be left exposed. Special care should be taken when working close to the facing with an open flame. Vinyl
faced products in fire conditions may give off hydrogen chloride, a highly irritating and toxic gas. Evacuate the
building immediately.
Section 4 - Health Hazard Data
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation and skin contact.
Acute: Inhalation: Inhalation of dusts and fibers may result in irritation of the upper respiratory tract
(mouth, nose, and throat).
Skin Contact: Skin contact with dusts and fibers may product itching and temporary mechanical
irritation.
Eye Contact: Eye contact with dusts and fibers may produce temporary mechanical irritation.
Ingestion: Temporary mechanical irritation of the digestive tract. Observe individual. If symptoms
develop, consult a physician.
Chronic: See carcinogenicity section below. There are no other known health effects associated with chronic
exposure to this product.
Carcinogenicity:
Hazardous Ingredients: Listed By: ACGIH IARC NTP OSHA
Fiberglass Wool No Yes No No
IARC: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, classified fiberglass wool as
a possible cancer causing agent to humans (Group 2B). This classification was based on a combined evalua-
tion of published human and animal studies. The human data included large scale mortality studies of U.S.
and European fiberglass wool factory workers. IARC concluded that the human studies did not provide suffi-
cient evidence that fiberglass wool caused cancer in human. The classification of fiberglass wool as a possi-
ble carcinogen to humans was substantially based on experimental animal studies in which they were
exposed to wool glass fibers through non-natural routes, such as injection or implantation. IARC regards it as
prudent to treat a material for which there is sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity to animals as if it is a possi-
ble carcinogen in humans.
Additional Information: Animal inhalation experiments in which laboratory animals were exposed to large
quantities of glass fiber have not resulted in a positive association between glass fibers and lung cancer. A
small study of Canadian glass wool workers reported a statistically significant increase in lung cancer mortali-
ty.
Large scale studies published in 1987 which examined the mortality rates of U.S. and European fiber-
glass wool factory workers found no statistically significant difference in lung cancer rates between those
workers and the populations in their local or regional communities. A 1990 update of the U.S. cohort reported
a small statistically significant excess for respiratory cancer in workers when compared with populations in
their local communities. While the overall mortality rates in these mortality studies were slightly raised and did
increase with time since the first exposure, the increases were not related to duration of exposure or to an
estimated time weighted measure of exposure. An expanded study is investigating other possible factors.
California Prop 65 Statement: Warning: Contains fiberglass wool. Possible cancer hazard. To avoid this possi-

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ble cancer hazard, minimize breathing fiberglass wool dust.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Persons with a history of chronic respiratory or skin conditions
that are aggravated by mechanical irritants may be at increased risk for worsening their condition from expo-
sure to this product.
Section 5 - Employee Protection
Ventilation: General dilution ventilation and/or local exhaust ventilation should be provided, as necessary, to
maintain exposures below PEL's or TLV's. Dust collection systems should be utilized in operations involving
high speed cutting/machining, such as routing, and may be required in other operations involving power tools.
Respiratory Protection: Appropriate respiratory protection should be used in accordance with your company's
respiratory protection program and OSHA regulations under 29 CFR 1910.134. A properly fitted NIOSH or
MSHA approved air purifying respirator such as the 3M Model 8710 or Model 9900 (in high humidity environ-
ments) or equivalent should be used when working with fiberglass wool products under the following condi-
tions:
1. installing loosefill;
2. in any confined or poorly ventilated space;
3. fabrication involving power tools;
4. any installation operation or fabrication operation which creates a dusty working environment.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses, goggles or face shields should be worn whenever fiberglass materials are
handled.
Protective Clothing: Wear loose fitting, long sleeved shirt that covers to the base of the neck, and long pants.
Skin irritation from exposure to fiberglass is known to occur chiefly at pressure points such as around the
neck, wrist, and waist. Wear gloves when handling product.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices:
—Avoid unnecessary exposures to dusts and fibers
—Remove fibers from the skin after exposure
—Be careful not to rub or scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or scratching may force the fibers into
the skin. The fibers should be washed off. Use of barrier creams can, in some instances,
be helpful.
—Use vacuum equipment to remove fibers and dusts from clothing. Compressed should never
be used. Always wash work clothes separately and wipe out the washer/sink in order to pre
vent loose glass fibers from getting on other clothes.
—Keep the work area clean of dusts and fibers generated during fabrication. Use vacuum
equipment to clean up dusts and fibers. Avoid sweeping or using compressed air as the
techniques resuspend dusts and fibers into the air.
—Have access to safety showers and eye wash fountains.
Section 6 - Reactivity Data
Stability (Conditions to Avoid): Stable (None)
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Facing and binder burns or decomposes in a fire. Primary combustion
products are carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and water. Vinyl faced products will emit hydrogen chloride in
a fire. Emission of hydrogen chloride begins at 525°F with faster emission as the temperature rises.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 7 — Storage Precautions
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Insulation should be stored in a dry place. Faced material

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should be stored well away from sources of ignition.
Section 8 — Physical Data
Melting Point: NA (Not applicable) Boiling Point (°F): NA
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): ND (Not determined) Percent Volatile by Volume: NA
Vapor Pressure (mmHg @ 20°C): NA Vapor Density (Air=1): NA
Evaporative Rate (Ethyl Ether=1): NA Solubility in Water: Insoluble
ph: NA
Appearance and Odor: Pink, yellow or tan insulation which may have faint resin odor. Some products have a
vinyl, kraft paper, foil or polypropylene facing.
Section 9 — Environmental Protection
Action to Take for Spills (Use Appropriate Safety Equipment): NA
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. The primary method
of disposal is in a municipal or industrial landfill.
EPA Hazardous Waste Number: This material is not regulated under the "RCRA" hazardous waste
regulations.
Section 10 — Shipping Information
DOT Shipping Description: NA (Not applicable) ID Number: None IMO Class Number: NA
Hazard Classification: (Primary) Nonhazardous Label(s) Required (if not excepted): NA
EPA Hazardous Substance: NA
Packaging Requirements (49CFR): (Specific) NA (Secondary) NA
Maximum Net Quantity in One Package: STCC Number: NA
(Cargo only aircraft) NA
IATA Packaging Group: NA
Additional Information: None RQ Value: NA
(Exceptions) None
(Passenger aircraft) NA
Freight Description: NA
Section 11 — Additional Information
SARA Title III Hazard Categories and Lists:
Categories: NPCA - HMIS Rating:
Acute Health: Yes Health (acute): 1
Chronic Health: Yes Flammability: 0
Fire Hazard: No Reactivity: 0
Pressure Hazard: No Personal Protection: Must be supplied by user depending on
use conditions.
Reactivity Hazard: No
SARA III Listings:
Sec. 302 (Sec. 304 reportable), Extremely Hazardous Substances: None
CERCLA Hazardous Substances (Sec. 304 reportable): None
Sec. 313, Toxic Chemicals: None
NFPA Rating:
Health: 2
Flammability: 2 (facing, packaging)
Reactivity: 0
Unusual Hazards: None

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replacement parts to remedy the defective product. In addition, for products sold by BARNSTEAD within the con-
tinental United States or Canada, BARNSTEAD shall provide provide free labor to repair the products with the
replacement parts, but only for a period of ninety (90) days from the Commencement Date.
BARNSTEAD’s warranty provided hereunder shall be null and void and without further force or effect if there is
any (i) repair made to the product by a party other than BARNSTEAD or its duly authorized service representa-
tive, (ii) misuse (including use inconsistent with written operating instructions for the product), mishandling, con-
tamination, overheating, modification or alteration of the product by any customer or third party or (iii) use of
replacement parts that are obtained from a party who is not an authorized dealer of BARNSTEAD.
Heating elements, because of their susceptibility to overheating and contamination, must be returned to the
BARNSTEAD factory and if, upon inspection, it is concluded that failure is due to factors other than excessive
high temperature or contamination, BARNSTEAD will provide warranty replacement. As a condition to the return
of any product, or any constituent part thereof, to BARNSTEAD’s factory, it shall be sent prepaid and a prior writ-
ten authorization from BARNSTEAD assigning a Return Materials Number to the product or part shall be
obtained.
IN NO EVENT SHALL BARNSTEAD BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCI-
DENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE OR
PROFITS, ANTICIPATED OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, USE
OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ANY THEORY OF STRICT LIABILITY OR REGULATORY ACTION.
The name of the authorized Barnstead International dealer nearest you may be obtained by calling
1-800-446-6060 (563-556-2241) or writing to: