Conviron PGW40 User manual

TITLE
PGW40
OPERATOR MANUAL
296742-ENG
R00

PGW40
OPERATOR MANUAL
Please read these instructions carefully
and completely before operating the
chamber.
Conviron Document Number 296742-ENG, Revision R00
Published by:
CONVIRON 590 Berry Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada, R3H 0R9
www.conviron.com
September 10, 2020
EU declaration of conformity available upon request
Printed in Canada
©2020 Controlled Environments Limited
Conviron is a registered trademark of Controlled Environments Limited. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Information is subject to change without written notice.

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PREFACE
Welcome to the PGW40 Operator Manual.
This manual describes the features and use of PGW40 chamber and is designed to provide
sufficient detail for the different kit configurations, including a structured format providing step-by-
step instructions. Clients will find sufficient detail for a typical installation including figures,
diagrams, and graphics to operate the chamber without issue. However, given that many
installations are specific to each facility and that facilities may have unique requirements,
additional information or assistance from Conviron may be required.
This equipment is only to be used by authorized personnel - that is, personnel who have been
trained in the proper use of the equipment and who have read this manual.
Latest Manual Versions and Languages
For the latest version of this and other manuals, please visit www.conviron.com.
For manuals in other languages, or for additional printed manuals, please contact Conviron head
office.
Functional Description
This chamber is designed to provide a controlled environment for plant production and scientific
experiments including, but not limited to, plant science, biotechnology, and entomology.

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WEEE and RoHS Compliance Statements
CONVIRON is committed to meeting all requirements of the WEEE directive (2012/19/EU). Please
contact Conviron, or your Conviron distributor, for proper handling and disposal instructions.
RoHS Compliance
Conviron meets the requirements of the RoHS directive (2011/65/EU) and its amendments. The
RoHS directive sets limits for the inclusion of hazardous chemicals.
Document Conventions
Conviron maintains a policy of continual improvement and reserves the right to change the
product without prior notice. Therefore, the images used throughout this manual may differ slightly
from the actual configuration due to updates and product changes.
•Wherever possible, textual descriptions are accompanied by photographs or line
drawings of the chamber to assist the reader in understanding the material.
•Frequent reference is made to left and right sides throughout this manual. Left is
considered to be the left-hand side while facing the equipment.
•Indented bold and italicized text is used to introduce instructions.
•Italicized text is used to identify additional reference manuals.
The “PLEASE NOTE” symbol is used to draw attention to additional information
which may assist in the operation of the equipment.

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SERVICE & TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Before contacting Conviron, please check the following:
•Read this document and the accompanying control system manual in their entirety
before attempting to operate the chamber.
•If you are having a problem using your cabinet(s), pay particular attention to the
relevant section and the pertinent information in this manual, and use the information to
diagnose and correct the problem.
•If the problem persists and/or you require additional assistance please collect the
following information prior to contacting Conviron:
•The serial number of the cabinet, located on the rating plate on the rear of the
chamber.
•The software version of the control system. Instructions for obtaining the software
version of your control system are provided in the control system operator
manual.
•A description of the problem.
•A description of what you were doing before the problem occurred.
Head Office
Technical Services
Conviron
590 Berry St.
Winnipeg, Manitoba,
Canada R3H 0R9
Please visit www.conviron.com/contact-us for global service contact information.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1PRECAUTIONS................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Hazard Identification Symbols...................................................................................................1
1.2 General Safety Warnings..........................................................................................................2
1.3 Operational Safety Warnings and Precautions..........................................................................3
1.4 Maintenance Safety Warnings..................................................................................................4
2CHAMBER FEATURES....................................................................................................................5
2.1 Cabinet Details and Features....................................................................................................5
2.2Control System.........................................................................................................................5
2.3 Airflow and Ventilation..............................................................................................................6
2.4 Instrumentation Port.................................................................................................................6
2.5 Communications.......................................................................................................................6
2.6 Central Management System (Optional) ...................................................................................6
3OPERATION.....................................................................................................................................7
3.1 Fluorescent and Incandescent Combination Lighting ................................................................7
3.2 Counterbalanced Canopy.........................................................................................................8
3.3 Plant Placement on the Unifloor®.............................................................................................8
3.4 Instrumentation Ports................................................................................................................9
3.5 Fresh Air Inlet and Exhaust Ports..............................................................................................9
3.6 Airflow....................................................................................................................................10
3.7 Aspirator.................................................................................................................................10
3.8 Lighting Options .....................................................................................................................10
3.8.1 Fluorescent Lighting ................................................................................................10
3.8.2 LED Lighting - LED Option.......................................................................................11
3.8.3 Ceramic Metal Halide Lighting –CMH Option..........................................................11
3.9 Closed Loop Dimmable Lighting System.................................................................................11
3.10 Fan Speed Control (Optional).................................................................................................12
3.11 Additive Humidification –Spray Nozzle Humidification (SNH Option)......................................12
3.12 Chemical Dryer Dehumidification –(CD Option)......................................................................13
3.13 Carbon Dioxide Additive Control (CO2Option)........................................................................13
3.13.1 Setting Up the CO2Control......................................................................................13
3.13.2 Adjusting the CO2Control........................................................................................14

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3.14 Central Management System –CMS Option...........................................................................14
3.15 Shutdown...............................................................................................................................14
4MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................................15
4.1 Maintenance Schedule...........................................................................................................15
4.2 Machine Compartment Access...............................................................................................16
4.3Maintenance Precautions .......................................................................................................16
4.3.1 Cleaning..................................................................................................................17
5ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ........................................................................................................ 19
5.1 Terms & Definitions................................................................................................................19
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 2-1 PGW40 Chamber Details & Features..............................................................................5
Figure 3-1 Fluorescent Lamp Life Comparison.................................................................................7
Figure 3-2 Counterballanced Lamp Canopy.....................................................................................8
Figure 3-3 Unifloor...........................................................................................................................8
Figure 3-4 Fresh Air Inlet and Exhaust Ports....................................................................................9
Figure 3-5 Chamber Airflow...........................................................................................................10
Figure 4-1 Machine Compartment ................................................................................................. 16
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1 Hazard Identification Symbols.........................................................................................1
Table 4-1 Maintenance Schedule................................................................................................. 15
Table 5-1 Terms and Definitions...................................................................................................19

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1 PRECAUTIONS
The equipment is intended to be installed, operated, maintained, and serviced by only trained
personnel, according to the instructions and precautions described in the manuals provided by
Conviron.
Table 1-1 list precautions intended to help guide the user in the safe operation of Conviron
chambers.
1.1 Hazard Identification Symbols
Table 1-1 Hazard Identification Symbols
Symbol
Description
The ″HAZARD WARNING″ symbol is used whenever a general hazard exists which
could cause personal injury or potential equipment damage, and requires correct
procedures/practices for prevention.
The ″IMPORTANT INFORMATION″ symbol is used to identify operating procedures
which must be followed to ensure smooth and efficient equipment operation.
The ″ELECTRICAL SHOCK/ELECTROCUTION″ symbol is used to identify a
source of potentially dangerous electrical current.
The “ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE” symbol is used to identify equipment which
is sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
The ″BURN HAZARD/HOT SURFACE″ symbol is used to identify surfaces which
are hot enough to cause personal injury.
The “SLIPPERY SURFACE” symbol is used to identify a potential hazard caused
by a slippery surface.
The “MOVING PARTS” symbol is used to identify a potential hazard from moving
parts inside the machine compartment.
The ″PROTECTIVE EARTH-GROUND″ symbol is used to identify the protective
earth connection.

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Symbol
Description
The ″OPTICAL RADIATION″ symbol is used to identify areas where exposure to
ultraviolet (UV) and infrared radiation may be possible.
The ″DISCONNECT MAINS POWER″symbol is used remind service personnel to
disconnect the power at the mains panel before servicing this equipment.
The ″DO NOT DISCONNECT UNDER LOAD″ symbol is used to remind the user to
shut off the power to the receptacle before removing the plug.
The “WEAR EYE PROTECTION-MANDATORY ACTION” symbol is used to
identify areas where eye protection is mandatory.
The “READ THE OPERATOR MANUAL” label is intended to remind the
user to have a thorough understanding of the equipment BEFORE use.
1.2 General Safety Warnings
These precautions should be read and understood before proceeding with installation, operation,
and maintenance.
Only authorized personnel, who have been trained on the proper operation and/or
operation and maintenance of the equipment and who have read and understood
this manual set, should operate and maintain this equipment.
Contact the responsible party, or Conviron, immediately if in doubt about safe
operation and/or maintenance of the equipment.
Warning: Read and understand the product manuals before moving,
installing, operating, or servicing this equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in equipment
damage, serious personal injury, or death.
The manual contains safety information that must be understood
and followed before working with the product.