COUNTERFOG PILAR 2.0 User manual

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COUNTERFOG® PILAR 2.0
USER MANUAL MARCH 2022

COUNTERFOG® PILAR 2.0
DATE: 24/03/2022
CLASSIFICATION: PUBLIC
VERSION: 1
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................3
1.1 SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL ....................................................................................3
1.2 DESCRIPTION....................................................................................................................3
2. USE ...........................................................................................................................................4
2.1 INTENTED USE........................................................................................................................4
2.2 LIQUIDS SUITABLE TO BE FOGGED.........................................................................................5
2.3 SAFETY AND CAUTION WARNINGS ........................................................................................6
2.4 AUTHORIZED PERSONS ..........................................................................................................7
2.5 COMPONENTS..................................................................................................................8
2.5 PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................................................11
3. RECOMMENDED PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE) ..............................................11
4. ROOM PREPARATION.............................................................................................................11
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................13
5.1 POSITION........................................................................................................................13
5.2 FILLING ...........................................................................................................................13
5.3 POWER CONNECTION ....................................................................................................15
5.4 SWITCH ON AND PRESSURIZATION OF TANK.................................................................15
5.5 DECONTAMINATION OPERATION ..................................................................................17
6. ROOM DISINFECTION.............................................................................................................17
7. PAUSE.....................................................................................................................................18
8. END OF OPERATION ...............................................................................................................18
9. OTHER CAUTIONS...................................................................................................................21
10. TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................................................21
11. WARRANTY.........................................................................................................................23
12. DISCLAIMER........................................................................................................................25
13. DISPOSAL AND DECOMMISSIONING..................................................................................26
13.1 DISPOSAL IN EU COUNTRIES ..........................................................................................26

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL
High risk!
Disregarding can lead to death or heavy injuries!
Medium risk!
Disregarding can lead to death or heavy injuries!
Low risk!
Disregarding can lead to medium or light injuries!
It provides good advice for operating the device.
Disregarding can damage the device or produce underperformance.
1.2 DESCRIPTION
COUNTERFOG® PILAR 2.0 is a fog-generating device for the rapid disinfection of
buildings, indoor facilities, offices, vehicles, goods or objects.
It provides a dynamic fog cone composed of sub-micrometric droplets of liquid which,
when projected into the air, catch air-borne matter (dust, aerosols, spores, etc.).
Applying the cone with biocidal liquid, it rapidly removes biological agents deposited or
attached on surfaces, whether they are floating in the air or are easily resuspendable.
Microparticles transported by the air or adhered to a surface, collapse with the droplets
of liquid making them falling or detaching. The layer of liquid is extremely thin and
evaporates in a few minutes, depending on the environmental conditions.
COUNTERFOG® PILAR 2.0 can be used with potable water to remove airborne
hydrophilic particulate matter from air.
To remove airborne biological agents from air and surfaces COUNTERFOG EBT DE LA
UAH S.L. recommends the use of non-flammable disinfectants compatible with AISI
316L steel, Teflon, and NBR-. (See ANNEX I: DISINFECTANTS AUTHORIZED IN SPAIN).

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Counterfog is not responsible for the use of other disinfectants not compatible with
AISI 316L steel, Teflon and NBR-.
2. USE
Carefully instruct all users of the device on how to operate it, its application purposes
and the risks incurred.
Make sure this manual is read and understood by all users of the device.
The device shall only be used by adults who have been carefully instructed on how to
operate it and are well informed on possible dangers and risks incurred when using the
device.
All users must always have a copy of this User Manualavailable when operating the device
and have read and understood all specific indications stated on the label of the
disinfectant used.
2.1 INTENTED USE
Counterfog® PILAR 2.0 is intended for decontamination, disinfection and sanitization of
buildings, indoor facilities, offices, vehicles, goods or objects.
Risk of Damage!
Breathing fogs or mists of chemical substances or disinfectants may be toxic
Contact of chemical substances or disinfectants with skin, mouth or mucous must be
avoided.
Before using Counterfog® PILAR 2.0, clear the zone removing all unprotected people,
sensible objects or those incompatible with the liquid substance to be fogged.
Users must wear protective devices according to the substance selected. Typically, it will
include a full-face mask with filters protecting against the chemicals used in addition to a
specific protection against the biological agents present in the environment: protective
suit, gloves and shoes.

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Follow the safety instructions of the manufacturer of the liquid to be fogged.
• Users should familiarize themselves with Counterfog® PILAR 2.0 operation by reading
the User Manual prior to first use. It is essential that Counterfog® PILAR 2.0 users follow
all safety warnings as detailed in this operating manual.
• It is recommended that users read the entire document before proceeding with room
disinfecting treatment.
2.2 LIQUIDS SUITABLE TO BE FOGGED
It is recommended the use of potable water to remove airborne hydrophilic particulate
matter from air.
To remove airborne biological agents from air and surfaces, COUNTERFOG EBT DE LA
UAH S.L. recommends the use of non-flammable disinfectants compatible with AISI
316L steel, Teflon, NBR and PVC-. (See ANNEX I: DISINFECTANTS AUTHORIZED IN
SPAIN)
E.g. sodium hypochlorite diluted in water (bleach) at a concentration less than 0.5%.
Counterfog is not responsible for the use of other disinfectants not compatible with AISI
316L steel, Teflon, NBR and PVC-.
It is strictly forbidden to use flammable liquids that can produce explosive
atmospheres in areas that are not classified with the corresponding ATEX index
(DIRECTIVE 94/9/CE -ATEX 137- ) or mixing liquids if manufacturers do not
recommend.
Be sure that the nozzle of the Counterfog® CLEAIR is empty and clean before filling the
container with any liquid.
Use only authorized liquid disinfectants suitable for spraying. Fogging enhances all the
effects of chemical products.
Refer to the disinfectant manufacturer for the corresponding safety measures and
equipment for individual protection corresponding to the fogged product.
A mist of a flammable liquid should be considered an explosive atmosphere. Never
spray a mist of flammable liquid on a flame, hot elements, sparks or any electrical
devices.
Risk of Injuries!
Danger of explosion!
NEVER use flammable liquids!

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2.3 SAFETY AND CAUTION WARNINGS
The device must be used in full compliance with this operation and maintenance
manual.
It is strictly forbidden to use the device in an atmosphere with risk of explosion or
flammability and in areas with the presence of people or animals. It is an imperative
to prevent people from entering intentionally or inadvertently the room during the
fogging process and during the waiting time thereafter.
The device can only be operated using the original power cord or a country-specific
power cord with earthing cable. Before making electrical connections carefully check
that the voltage supplied is compatible with the voltage marked on the device’s data
plate. Any electrical installation work must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Risk of injuries when using not authorized accessories!
Use exclusively original accessories of COUNTERFOG EBT de la UAH S.L.
Place device on a stable, flat, dust-free, not slippery, horizontal surface, which can
appropriately support its weight.
Do not plug in if electrical plug or parts are wet. High electric shock hazard.
Do not overfill the tank (always fill in with less than 3.9 liters [1.09 gal.]) as this can cause
leakage and damage on electrical parts.
While in use, the body of the device may become warm to the touch. Handle with
caution.
Keep out of reach of children.
Used only as directed.
Do not enter room while disinfectant is being fogged. Stay out of the room after
treatment until room re-entry wait time has expired. Keep door and windows closed.
Re-entry before the wait time has expired could result in sensory irritation and should
only be done while using personal protection equipment (PPE).
Avoid inhalation of vapors or skin and eye contact with disinfectant.
Use PPE including warp-around style goggles and gloves when filling disinfectant fluid
into the tank. Avoid splashing or overfilling which could harm the user and the device.
COUNTERFOG EBT de la UAH S.L is not responsible for any injury or damage caused by
using this device other than using the specific parameters detailed in this manual.
Store in an upright position in a safe, dry location. Do no place anything on top of the
device.

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2.4 AUTHORIZED PERSONS
The device shall only be used by adults who have been carefully instructed on how to
operate it and are well informed on possible dangers and risks incurred when using the
device.
The users must always have a copy of this Operation Manual at their disposal when
operating the device and have read and understood all specific indications stated on the
label of the concrete disinfectant used.

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2.5 COMPONENTS
Part
Name
1
Pressure tank
2
Compressor
3
Drain valve
4
Filling valve
5
Liquid valve
6
Filter
7
Check valve

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8
Check valve
9
Air valve
10
Coaxial hose
11
Vent valve
12
Pressure gauge
13
Safety valve
14
Check valve
15
Pressure switch
16
Filling funnel
17
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