Labconco Protector XStream 9840400 User manual

Protector®XStream®
Laboratory Fume Hoods
User’s Manual
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Protector® XStream® Laboratory Fume Hood Manual #9825000
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defective material and workmanship, provided such defect results from normal and proper use of the
equipment.
The warranty for all Labconco products will expire one year from date of installation or two years from
date of shipment from Labconco, whichever is sooner, except the following:
• Purifier® Delta® Series Biological Safety Cabinets, and PuriCare™ Bedding Disposal Stations
carry a three-year warranty from date of installation or four years from date of shipment from
Labconco, whichever is sooner.
• Carts carry a lifetime warranty.
• Glass is not warranted from breakage due to accident or mishandling.
This limited warranty covers parts and labor, but not transportation and insurance charges. In the event of a
warranty claim, contact Labconco Corporation or the dealer who sold you the product. If the cause is
determined to be a manufacturing fault, the dealer or Labconco Corporation will repair or replace all
defective parts to restore the unit to operation. Under no circumstances shall Labconco Corporation be
liable for indirect, consequential, or special damages of any kind. This statement may be altered by a
specific published amendment. No individual has authorization to alter the provisions of this warranty
policy or its amendments. Lamps and filters are not covered by this warranty. Damage due to corrosion or
accidental breakage is not covered.
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various federal, state, or local regulations. All users of this equipment are required to become familiar with
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land, or air and to comply with such regulations. Labconco Corporation is held harmless with respect to
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION 1
About This Manual 2
Typographical Conventions 3
YourNextStep 4
CHAPTER 2: PREREQUISITES 5
Location Requirements 6
Support Requirements 6
Exhaust Requirements 6
Exhaust Requirements Table 7
ElectricalRequirements 7
Service Line Requirements 8
Space Requirements 8
CHAPTER 3: GETTING STARTED 9
Unpacking Your Fume Hood 10
Removing the Shipping Skid 10
SashWeightRelease 11
Installing the Hood on a Supporting Structure & Work Surface 11
Connecting to the Hood Exhaust System 13
Connecting the Electrical Supply Source 14
Connecting the Service Lines 15
Sealing the Protector Hood 16
Certifying the Protector Fume Hood 17
CHAPTER 4: HIGH PERFORMANCE FEATURES AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS 19
High Performance Features 19
Safety Precautions 24
CHAPTER 5: USING YOUR PROTECTOR 27
Operating the Vertical Rising Sash 27
Operating the A-Style Combination Sash 27
OperatingtheBlower 28

OperatingtheLights 28
Working in your Protector Fume Hood 28
CHAPTER 6: MAINTAINING YOUR FUME HOOD 31
Routine Maintenance Schedule 31
RoutineServiceOperations 32
CHAPTER 7: MODIFYING YOUR FUME HOOD 33
Installing Work Surfaces 33
Installing Ceiling Enclosures above the Fume Hood 34
Installing Rear Panels behind the Fume Hood 34
Installing Additional Service Fixtures 34
Installing Guardian Digital Airflow Monitor 35
Distillation Grids – Field Installation 35
Installing an Electrical Duplex Outlet 36
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING 37
APPENDIX A: PROTECTOR XSTREAM COMPONENTS 41
APPENDIX B: PROTECTOR XSTREAM DIMENSIONS 45
APPENDIX C: PROTECTOR XSTREAM SPECIFICATION 47
APPENDIX D: REFERENCES 53
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 57

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Labconco Protector®
XStream® Laboratory Fume Hood. Your Protector XStream
Laboratory Fume Hood is designed to protect you by providing
superior containment while conserving energy at OSHA approved
“low flow” velocities as low as 60 feet per minute. It is the result
of Labconco’s commitment to developing a high performance
fume hood and more than 50 years experience in manufacturing
fume hoods.
The Labconco Protector XStream Fume Hood has been engineered
to provide maximum containment in a laboratory, and effectively
contain toxic, noxious, or other harmful materials when properly
installed. The Protector XStream offers many unique features to
enhance safety, performance, and energy savings. To take full
advantage of them, please acquaint yourself with this manual and
keep it handy for future reference. If you are unfamiliar with how
high performance fume hoods operate, please review Chapter 4:
High Performance Features and Safety Precautions before you
begin working in the fume hood. Even if you are an experienced
fume hood user, please review Chapter 5: Using Your Fume Hood,
which describes your Protector XStream Hood’s features so that
you can use the hood efficiently.

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Chapter 1: Introduction
About This Manual
This manual is designed to help you learn how to install, use, and
maintain your laboratory fume hood. Instructions for installing
optional equipment on your hood are also included.
Chapter 1: Introduction provides a brief overview of the
laboratory fume hood, explains the organization of the manual, and
defines the typographical conventions used in the manual.
Chapter 2: Prerequisites explains what you need to do to prepare
your site before you install your laboratory fume hood. Electrical
and service requirements are discussed.
Chapter 3: Getting Started contains the information you need to
properly unpack, inspect, install, and certify your laboratory fume
hood.
Chapter 4: High Performance Features and Safety Precautions
explains how the Protector XStream operates and the appropriate
precautions you should take when using the fume hood.
Chapter 5: Using Your Protector XStream discusses the basic
operation of your fume hood. Information on how to prepare, use
and shut down your Protector XStream Hood are included.
Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Protector XStream explains how to
perform routine maintenance on your fume hood.
Chapter 7: Modifying Your Protector XStream explains how to
modify the fume hood or add accessories.
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting contains a table of problems you may
encounter while using your laboratory fume hood including the
probable causes of the problems and suggested corrective actions.
Appendix A: Protector XStream Hood Components contains
labeled diagrams of all of the components of the fume hoods.
Appendix B: Protector XStream Hood Dimensions contains
comprehensive diagrams showing all of the dimensions for the
laboratory fume hoods.

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Appendix C: Protector XStream Hood Specifications contains the
electrical requirements for laboratory fume hood. Wiring diagrams
are also included.
Appendix D: References lists the various resources available that
deal with laboratory fume hoods.
Typographical Conventions
Recognizing the following typographical conventions will help
you understand and use this manual:
• Book, chapter, and section titles are shown in italic type (e.g.,
Chapter 3: Getting Started).
• Steps required to perform a task are presented in a numbered
format.
• Comments located in the margins provide suggestions,
reminders, and references.
• Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs
that are preceded by the exclamation icon. Failure to comply
with the information following an exclamation icon may result
in injury to the user or permanent damage to fume hood.
• Critical information is presented in boldface type in paragraphs
that are preceded by the wrench icon. These operations should
only be performed by a trained certifier or contractor. Failure
to comply with the information following a wrench icon may
result in injury to the user or permanent damage to your hood.
• Important information is presented in capitalized type in
paragraphs that are preceded by the pointer icon. It is
imperative that the information contained in these paragraphs
be thoroughly read and understood by the user.
• A number icon precedes information that is specific to a
particular model of laboratory fume hood. The 4' icon
indicates the text is specific to the 4-foot wide model. The 5'
icon indicates the text is specific to the 5-foot model, etc.
• The S icon indicates the text is specific to the standard model.
• The A icon indicates the text is specific to the A-Style
Combination Sash Model.
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Your Next Step
If your Fume Hood needs to be installed, proceed to Chapter 2:
Prerequisites to ensure your installation site meets all of the
requirements. Then, go to Chapter 3: Getting Started for
instructions on how to install your laboratory fume hood and make
all of the necessary connections.
If you would like to review how Labconco’s high performance
laboratory fume hoods operate, go to Chapter 4: High
Performance Features and Safety Precautions.
For information on the operational characteristics of your
laboratory fume hood, go to Chapter 5: Using Your Protector
XStream Hood.
If your laboratory fume hood is installed and you need to perform
routine maintenance on the cabinet, proceed to Chapter 6:
Maintaining Your Protector XStream Hood.
For information on making modifications to the configuration of
your fume hood, go to Chapter 7: Modifying Your Laboratory
Fume Hood.
Refer to Chapter 8: Troubleshooting if you are experiencing
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Before you install your laboratory fume hood, you need to prepare
your site for installation. Carefully examine the location where
you intend to install your hood. You must be certain that the area
is level and of solid construction. In addition, a dedicated source
of electrical power must be located near the installation site.
Carefully read this chapter to learn the requirements for your
installation site:
• The location requirements.
• The support requirements.
• The exhaust requirements.
• The electrical power requirements.
• The service line requirements.
• The space requirements.
Refer to Appendix B: Protector XStream Hood Dimensions for
complete fume hood dimensions.
Refer to Appendix C: Protector XStream Hood Specifications for
complete laboratory fume hood electrical and environmental
conditions, specifications and requirements.

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Location Requirements
The fume hood should be located away from
traffic patterns, doors, windows, fans, ventilation
registers, and any other air-handling device that
could disrupt its airflow patterns. All windows
in the room should be closed.
Support Requirements
DO NOT install the fume hood on a cart, dolly,
or mobile bench. ALL Protector XStream Hood
installations must be permanent and stationary.
The supporting structure usually consists of a
base cabinet and chemically resistant work
surface.
Exhaust Requirements
The exhaust duct connection has been designed for 12" nominal
duct (12.75" OD) to allow for minimum static pressure loss while
operating at 60 to 100 fpm face velocities. The 12" diameter
exhaust duct also allows for proper transport velocities away from
the hood with minimal static pressure loss. Should higher
transport velocities of 1000 fpm to 2500 fpm be required, simply
install a reducer after the exhaust outlet. The exhaust volume and
fume hood static pressure loss are listed for each hood model at
two sash heights and for face velocities of 60, 80 and 100 fpm.
When sizing the exhaust requirements, the choice must be made
for sash height and face velocity.
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Full Open 28" Sash Opening
Hood
Size Standard Model Description Face Velocity
Exhaust
Volume
Static
Pressure
Loss
4' 48" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 440 CFM 0.08" H2O
80 fpm 590 CFM 0.13" H2O
100 fpm 730 CFM 0.25" H2O
5' 60" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 580 CFM 0.11" H2O
80 fpm 770 CFM 0.19" H2O
100 fpm 960 CFM 0.30" H2O
6' 72" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 710 CFM 0.13" H2O
80 fpm 940 CFM 0.23" H2O
100 fpm 1180 CFM 0.36" H2O
8' 96" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 1000 CFM 0.10" H2O
80 fpm 1330 CFM 0.18" H2O
100 fpm 1660 CFM 0.28" H2O
60% Open 18" Sash Opening (sash
stop required)
Hood
Size Standard Model Description Face Velocity
Exhaust
Volume
Static
Pressure
Loss
4' 48" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 280 CFM 0.04" H2O
80 fpm 380 CFM 0.07" H2O
100 fpm 470 CFM 0.11" H2O
5' 60" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 370 CFM 0.05" H2O
80 fpm 490 CFM 0.08" H2O
100 fpm 610 CFM 0.13" H2O
6' 72" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 450 CFM 0.06" H2O
80 fpm 600 CFM 0.10" H2O
100 fpm 750 CFM 0.15" H2O
8' 96" Protector XStream Hood 60 fpm 640 CFM 0.04" H2O
80 fpm 850 CFM 0.08" H2O
100 fpm 1060 CFM 0.12" H2O
Proper blower selection can be determined from these exhaust
requirements and the total system static pressure loss. Contact
Labconco Customer Service for assistance in sizing a remote
blower system.
Electrical Requirements
The Protector XStream Hood models feature internal wiring for the
fluorescent light assembly and light switch. All internal wiring is
terminated at the single point wiring junction box for hook-up by a
qualified electrician. The blower switch, and light switch wires are
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by a qualified electrician. Refer to Chapter 3: Getting Started and
Appendix C: Protector XStream Specifications for the wiring
diagram for proper electrical installation.
Service Line Requirements
All service lines to the laboratory fume hood should be ¼ inch
outside diameter, copper (brass for natural gas), and equipped with
an easily accessible shut-off valve, should disconnection be
required. If the service line pressure exceeds 40 PSI, it must be
equipped with a pressure regulator to reduce the line pressure.
Please check with local codes for other requirements.
Space Requirements
The dimensions for the different models are shown in Appendix B:
Protector XStream Dimensions.

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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 XStream 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.
• Seal the Protector XStream Hood to the work surface.
• Arrange certification of your Protector XStream 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 XStream Hood models weigh
between 400 to 800 lbs. (182-363 kg). The
shipping skid allows for lifting with a mechanical
lift truck or floor jack. If you must lift the fume
hood manually, follow safe-lifting guidelines.
Normally, the fume hood can be slid off a
hydraulic lift table and be placed into position on
top of the work surface. Do not lift by the
front air foil.
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Unpacking Your Laboratory Fume
Hood
Carefully remove the shrink-wrap or carton on your fume hood and
inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If your
unit is damaged, notify the delivery carrier immediately and retain
the entire shipment intact for inspection by the carrier.
DO NOT RETURN GOODS WITHOUT THE
PRIOR AUTHORIZATION OF LABCONCO.
UNAUTHORIZED RETURNS WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED.
IF YOUR HOOD WAS DAMAGED IN TRANSIT,
YOU MUST FILE A CLAIM DIRECTLY WITH
THE FREIGHT CARRIER. LABCONCO
CORPORATION AND ITS DEALERS ARE NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR SHIPPING DAMAGES.
Do not discard the shipping skid or packing material for your fume
hood until you have checked all of the components and installed
and tested the unit.
Do not remove the fume hood from its shipping skid until it is
ready to be placed into its final location. Move the unit by placing
a flat, low dolly under the shipping skid, or by using a floor jack.
Do not move the hood by tilting it onto a hand
truck.
Removing the Shipping Skid
LEAVE THE FUME HOOD ATTACHED TO ITS
SHIPPING SKID UNTIL IT IS AS CLOSE TO ITS
FINAL LOCATION AS POSSIBLE. MOVE THE
HOOD BY USING A SUITABLE FLOOR JACK,
OR BY PLACING A FURNITURE DOLLY
UNDERDNEATH THE SKID. DO NOT MOVE
THE HOOD BY TILTING IT ONTO A HAND
TRUCK.
The United States
I
nterstate Commerce
Commission rules
require that claims be
f
iled with the delivery
carrier within fifteen (15)
days of delivery.
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After you verify the fume hood components, move your hood to
the location where you want to install it. Then, follow the steps
listed next to remove the shipping skid from your unit.
1. Remove the side panels by unscrewing the Phillips
screws.
2. Find the hardware (bolts, washers, nuts) that attach the
fume hood to the skid and remove the hardware. Some
hardware is on the sides and some is on the back.
Sash Weight Release
To protect the fume hood from damage in shipment, the sash
weight has been secured to the back of the fume hood with four (4)
screws. Simply remove the screws and make sure the sash cables
are on the pulleys before operating the sash. On models with more
than one sash, the sash weights have been secured to the shipping
skid with lag screws. Remove the weights from the skid and attach
them to the respective sash cables using the hooks provided.
NOTE: THE SASH WEIGHT ITSELF WAS
INDIVIDUALLY MATCHED FOR THIS SPECIFIC
HOOD AND SHOULD NOT BE EXCHANGED ON
ANY OTHER UNIT.
Install the Protector XStream
Hood on a Supporting Structure
and Work Surface
The Protector XStream Hood is heavy! Use
caution when lifting or moving the unit.
When installing the Protector XStream Fume Hood onto a
chemically-resistant work surface or benchtop, ensure that the
structure can safely support the combined weight of the fume hood
and any related equipment. The work surface should be at least as
wide as the hood to properly support it.
The work surface is aligned flush with the back
of the fume hood for good airflow: this will
provide the correct spacing under the air foil for
proper bypass airflow. The Protector XStream
performs best with a work surface having a large
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1.0" leading radius to promote aerodynamic
airflow at low velocities. The high performance
XStream work surface should have a 36" deep
dimension.
The following are instructions for mounting a cross support:
1. Level the base cabinets and the work surface. Work
surface should be placed flush with the back of the
fume hood as shown in Figure 3-1.
2. Scribe a line on the wall or back of the base cabinet to
locate the support under the work surface.
3. Mount the support by attaching it to the wall or base
cabinet.
4. Place the hood on top of the work surface and cross
support.
The work surface should be smooth and durable, such as a
chemical-resistant epoxy resin. The surface should be nonporous
and resistant to the acids, solvents, and chemicals used in
conjunction with the Protector XStream Fume Hood. The work
surface should also contain a dished recessed area for containing
primary spills.
! WARNING: It is important to: 1). Support the rear
of the work surface and fume hood. 2). The cross
support provides support for the bottom of the work
surface. 3). Install the cross support after the base
cabinets and work surface are leveled and before
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Figure 3-1
Connecting to the Protector
XStream Hood Exhaust System
The exhaust connection should be installed by
a qualified HVAC contractor.
The exhaust connection on your hood has been
designed for 12" nominal pipe (12.75" OD) to allow
! WARNING: The weight of the exhaust
ductwork system must be supported
independently of the hood superstructure. Do
not allow this weight to be supported by the
hood structure as damage to the hood may
occur.
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for minimum static pressure loss with proper
transport velocities away from the hood. Should
higher transport velocities be required, simply
install a reducer after the hood exhaust outlet.
Consult Labconco Customer Service should you
require help sizing your blower for the exhaust
volume and total system static pressure loss.
The selected exhaust duct material should match the
hood procedures and chemicals used to ensure
compatibility.
Connecting the Electrical Supply
Source to the Protector XStream
Fume Hood
Prior to connecting the Protector XStream to any electrical wiring
to the fume hood structure, refer to the hood identification plate for
the proper electrical requirements of your specific model.
The identification plate, model number, serial number, and
electrical connection boxes are accessible from the front of the
fume hood by removing the front panel.
The Protector XStream Hood is wired for 115 Volt, 60 Hz, 20
Amp or 230Volt, 50 Hz, 10 Amp electrical service. Check the I.D.
plate behind the front panel for voltage verification. The number
of circuits varies depending on the model. All of the electrical
connections are terminated at the single point internal junction box
for hook-up by a qualified electrician. The single point internal
junction box is used for the connection of the lights, blower, and
duplex outlets. Refer to the wiring diagram for your Protector
XStream in Appendix C: Protector XStream Fume Hood
Specifications.
WARNING: The building electrical supply system
for Protector XStream Hoods should include
overload protection. A switch or circuit breaker
should be in close proximity to the equipment and
within easy reach of the operator. The switch or
circuit breaker is to be marked as the disconnecting
device for the equipment. Consult the NEC-2002 for
p
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Figure 3-2
All wiring for the fume hood SHOULD be
performed by a licensed electrician and conform
to all local codes. In most cases, the hood will
require the use of shielded conduit to protect the
wiring into the hood. The grounding connection
shall not be made to the terminal box cover.
The fluorescent light has been mounted outside the top liner panel
and is sealed from vapors inside the hood structure. To change the
fluorescent light bulbs in your hood, you must first remove the
front panel from the hood. Next remove the screws holding down
the light reflector(s). Remove the light reflector(s) and slide out of
the way temporarily.
The fluorescent lights are now fully exposed and ready for service.
While the fixture is in this position, replace the defective bulbs,
and reassemble.
Connecting the Service Lines to
the Protector XStream Fume
Hood
The hoods with service fixtures have been plumbed from the valve
to the hose connector or gooseneck for your installation
convenience. A qualified installer shall provide the tubing.
Tubing can enter the hood from above, through the back, or
Internal Junction
Box
Primary I.D. Plate
Located behind
Front Panel
Front Panel
Secondary I.D.
Label