Integra FLAMEBOY User manual

FLAMEBOY Operating instructions
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Table of contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Symbols used...........................................................................3
1.2 Intended use.............................................................................3
1.3 Safety notes..............................................................................4
1.3.1 Operation of the FLAMEBOY ...............................................4
1.3.2 General safety notes ............................................................4
Chapter 2 Description of the device
2.1 Scope of delivery......................................................................5
2.2 Overview of the FLAMEBOY ....................................................5
Chapter 3 Installation
3.1 Operating environment.............................................................6
3.2 Connecting the FLAMEBOY to the gas supply.........................6
3.2.1 Fitting the nozzle for the gas in use ......................................6
3.2.2 Connecting to central gas supply or a gas cylinder ..............7
3.2.3 Connecting to gas cartridges ................................................7
3.2.4 Replacing the gas cartridges ................................................8
3.2.5 Replacing the adapters .........................................................8
Chapter 4 Operation
4.1 Igniting FLAMEBOY .................................................................9
4.2 Adjusting the flame...................................................................9
Chapter 5 Maintenance
5.1 Cleaning .................................................................................10
5.2 Disposal..................................................................................10
Chapter 6 Technical data ..............................................................................11
Chapter 7 Accessories ..................................................................................11

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1 Introduction
These operating instructions contain all information required for the commissioning,
operation and maintenance of the flame-sterilizer FLAMEBOY. This chapter informs about
the symbols used in these operation instructions, the intended use of the FLAMEBOY and
the general safety instructions.
1.1 Symbols used
The operating instructions specifically advise of residual risks with the following symbols:
WARNING
This safety symbol warns against hazards that could result in injury or death.
It also indicates hazards for machinery, materials and the environment.
It is essential that you follow the corresponding precautions.
CAUTION
This symbol cautions against potential material damage. Follow the
instructions.
NOTE
This symbol identifies important notes regarding the correct operation of the
device and labor-saving features.
1.2 Intended use
The FLAMEBOY is a portable, hand-held and automatic laboratory flame burner for
propane/butane, natural- or town gas. lt provides piezo-electric ignition at the push of a
button. The FLAMEBOY is used for surface sterilization. It is especially convenient for
sterilizing contamination-prone ports or contacts, drying wet surfaces of bioreactors or
fermenters, or for heating up objects. It shall not be used for applications other than those
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1.3 Safety notes
1.3.1 Operation of the FLAMEBOY
The FLAMEBOY corresponds to state of the art, complies to the recognized safety
regulations and is safe to operate. The FLAMEBOY may be operated only in flawless
condition while observing these operating instructions.
The device may be associated with residual risks if it is used or operated improperly by
untrained personnel.
Any person charged with the operation of the FLAMEBOY must have read and
understood these operating instructions, and particularly, the safety notes, or must have
been instructed by the supervisors so that safe operation of the device is guaranteed.
Regardless of the listed safety notes, additionally applicable regulations and guidelines of
the trade associations, the health authorities, and the trade supervisory office, e. g. GLP,
GMP, FDA, must be observed.
1.3.2 General safety notes
FLAMEBOY may not be altered in design or in any of its safety aspects. If alterations are
made, INTEGRA Biosciences will be relieved from all liability for any resulting damage.
• Do not carry out any conversions and alterations on the device.
• Defective parts may only be replaced with original INTEGRA Biosciences spare parts.
• Do not open the FLAMEBOY. Repairs may only be performed by INTEGRA
Biosciences or an authorized after-sales service member.
• The device may be operated only under constant supervision.
• Always wear protective goggles when working with the FLAMEBOY.
• Work only in well ventilated areas.
• Do not use the FLAMEBOY near inflammable material or in explosive areas.
• Use only approved and tested safety gas tubing with threaded or hose connectors and
inspect the device regularly for damage.
• Firmly tighten all gas connections and verify gas tightness using test equipment.
• Never remove the gas cartridge adapter while it is connected to the gas cartridge.
The gas supply must be closed off when:
• the device is being transported or installed
• the gas adapter for gas hose is being changed
• extended breaks are taken and after the work has been completed
• cleaning and repair work is being performed

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2 Description of the device
2.1 Scope of delivery
Part No. 145 000:
• FLAMEBOY device
• Adapter for standard gas hose with inner diameter 10 mm
• Threaded adapter for ¼” gas hose, left hand thread
• 3 nozzles for propane/butane (P80), town gas (M250) and natural gas (N110)
• Operating instructions
Part No. 145 003:
• FLAMEBOY device
• Adapter for gas cartridge Campingaz CV 360
• 3 nozzles for propane/butane (P80), town gas (M250) and natural gas (N110)
• Operating instructions
CAUTION
Verify the scope of delivery when unpacking the device and check for
potential transportation damage. Do not operate a device that is damaged,
instead contact your local dealer.
2.2 Overview of the FLAMEBOY
1 Gas-flow control valve
2 Brass screw for replacing the nozzle
3 Air-flow control valve
4 Threaded adapter for gas hose
5 Threaded connector of gas tubing
6 Adapter latch
7 Handle
8 Trigger
9 Burner tube
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5
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3 Installation
3.1 Operating environment
The FLAMEBOY has been designed for use in a laboratory. It shall be operated in a dry
and dust-free location with a temperature of 5-40 °C and a maximal (non-condensing)
relative humidity of 80 %.
3.2 Connecting the FLAMEBOY to the gas supply
The FLAMEBOY is appropriate for use with natural gas (gas mixture, >85% methane,
further alkanes), commercial propane/butane gas (mixture 20%-40% propane, 65%-10%
butane) and town gas (mixture of methane and other gases).
3.2.1 Fitting the nozzle for the gas in use
The P80 nozzle for propane/butane gas is fitted ex-factory for FLAMEBOY. If necessary,
the nozzle must be fitted for the gas in use.
The nozzles are marked on the lower surface with the appropriate designation.
CAUTION
FLAMEBOY may only be operated with the nozzle that corresponds to the
gas type in use. Only use the nozzles supplied. Prior to every nozzle
installation, inspect the O-ring in the brass screw for damage and if
necessary replace it.
When replacing the nozzle, proceed as follows
Type of gas Gas input pressure Inscription Nozzle
Natural gas (methane) 20 mbar N110
Propane/butane gas
(e. g. gas cartridge)
50 mbar P80
Town gas 8 mbar M250
Turn gas-flow control valve (1) to appropriate position
to have access to the brass screw (2). Remove the
brass screw.
Turn over the device and allow the nozzle to drop out.
Insert the desired new nozzle and retighten the screw
(2).
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3.2.2 Connecting to central gas supply or a gas cylinder
Connecting to gas tubing with 1/4” threaded connector:
Connecting to standard gas hoses (inner diameter 10 mm):
3.2.3 Connecting to gas cartridges
Connecting gas cartridge CV 360:
Insert the threaded adapter (b) into the gas adapter
opening of the FLAMEBOY (a). Making sure it audibly
clicks into position.
Screw the threaded connector (left-hand thread) of
the gas tubing (c) onto the adapter and tighten it with
a 17 mm fork wrench.
Screw the other end of the hose to the gas supply.
Turn on the gas supply.
The FLAMEBOY is ready to use.
Insert the adapter for standard gas hoses (b) to the
gas adapter opening of the FLAMEBOY (a). Make
sure it audibly clicks into position.
Connect one end of the gas hose (c) to the adapter
and fix it with a tubing clamp.
Attach the other end of the gas hose to the gas supply
and fix it with a tubing clamp.
Turn on the gas supply.
The FLAMEBOY is ready to use.
Hold the brass knurled wheel (b) of the gas cartridge
adapter and close the valve by unscrewing the black
cap (c) clockwise.
Insert the gas cartridge adapter (b, c) to the gas
adapter opening of the FLAMEBOY (a). Make sure it
audibly clicks into position.
Press the gas cartridge (d) into the adapter (b, c).
Hold the knurled wheel (b) and open the valve by
screwing the black cap (c) counterclockwise to the
stop.
The gas cartridge is now open and ready to use.
a
b
c
a
b
c
a
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Connecting gas cartridge Express 444:
3.2.4 Replacing the gas cartridges
CV360: Hold the knurled screw of the gas cartridge adapter (see above) and unscrew
the black cap clockwise.
Remove the empty gas cartridge by pulling (CV360) or screwing it out (EXPRESS
444). Insert a new gas cartridge.
CV360: Hold the knurled screw of the gas cartridge adapter and screw the black cap
counterclockwise to the stop.
The gas cartridge is now open and ready to use.
3.2.5 Replacing the adapters
WARNING
When replacing the adapters, always close off gas supply completely or
remove the gas cartridge, respectively.
Insert the gas cartridge adapter (b) to the gas adapter
opening of the FLAMEBOY (a). Make sure it audibly
clicks into position.
Hold the knurled wheel (b) and connect the gas
cartridge by screwing it clockwise to the gas cartridge
adapter.
The gas cartridge is now open and ready to use.
a
b
c
In order to remove the adapter, use a pointed tool (a)
to press the adapter latch (6) inward and pull out the
adapter.
Insert the requested new adapter until it audibly clicks
into position.
The adapter is replaced.
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4 Operation
WARNING
When using the FLAMEBOY, always point away from yourself and do not
point in the direction of other persons or inflammable products.
Risk of burns! Even after the FLAMEBOY is switched off, the burner tube (9)
may still be hot.
4.1 Igniting FLAMEBOY
Turn the gas-flow control valve (1) counterclockwise to the left. The FLAMEBOY is ignited
by slowly pulling the trigger (8). The flame burns only as long as the trigger is pulled.
4.2 Adjusting the flame
The gas-flow control valve (1) is used to adjust the gas flow (flame size). Rotating its knob
clockwise reduces gas supply, rotating it counterclockwise increases it.
The air-flow control valve (3) is used to regulate the air supply (flame temperature).
Moving its knob to the left reduces air supply, moving it to the right increases it.
WARNING
Close off gas supply completely when your work with the FLAMEBOY has
been finished.

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5 Maintenance
5.1 Cleaning
WARNING
Allow the burner tube (9) to cool off before cleaning and disinfecting.
Disconnect the device from the gas supply. Allow the device to dry before
operating it again.
Use a cloth moistened with soapy water or a 70% ethanol solution to clean the
FLAMEBOY. The burner tube (9) can be cleaned with commercially available disinfecting
or cleaning agents.
5.2 Disposal
FLAMEBOY is labelled with the “crossed-out wheeled bin” symbol to indicate
that this device must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. It is your
responsibility to correctly dispose of the waste products by handing them over
to an authorized facility for separate collection and recycling. It is also your
responsibility to decontaminate the products in the case of biological, chemical,
or radioactive contamination so as to protect from health hazards the persons involved in
the disposal or recycling of the products.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste products for recycling,
please contact your local dealer from whom you originally purchased the product, or your
local council.
By doing so, you will help conserve natural resources and you will ensure that your waste
products are recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
Thank you!