NuAire Allergard A Series User manual

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Allergard Class I
Animal Bedding Disposal Cabinet
Models:
NU-608-400E (Series A)
Operation and Maintenance Manual
April, 2021
Revision 1
Manufactured By:
NuAire, Inc.
2100 Fernbrook Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Toll-Free: 1-800-328-3352
In Minnesota: (763)-553-1270
Fax: [phone]

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Allergard Class I
Animal Bedding Disposal Cabinet
Models
NU-608-400E
Operation and Maintenance Manual
Table of Contents
Section No. 1....................................................................General Description
Section No. 2....................................................................Models and Features
Section No. 3....................................................................Warranty
Section No. 4....................................................................Shipments
Section No. 5....................................................................Installation Instructions
5.1......................................................................................Location
5.2......................................................................................Set-Up Instructions
5.3......................................................................................Electrical Services
5.4………………………………………………………………………………….Certification Testing Methods and Equipment
Section No. 6....................................................................Operating the NU-608
6.1…………………………………………………………………………………..Aeromax Control System
6.2…………………………………………………………………………………..Operating Guidelines
6.3…………………………………………………………………………………..Bag Installation and Removal
6.4.......................................................................................Ergonomics
6.5.......................................................................................Cleaning Procedures
Section No. 7....................................................................General Maintenance
7.1.......................................................................................Decontamination
7.2.......................................................................................LED Lamp Replacement
7.3.......................................................................................Filter Replacement
7.4.......................................................................................Motor/Blower Replacement
7.5.......................................................................................Airflow Calibration
7.6.......................................................................................Filter Integrity Check
Section No. 8 ...................................................................Error Messages, Troubleshooting and Option-Diagnostics
Section No. 9………………………………………………………………..Remote Contacts
Section No. 10..................................................................Polycarbonate Material Compatibility
Section No. 11……………………………………………………………….Electrical/Environmental Requirements
Section No. 12……………………………………………………………….Disposal and Recycle
Insert……………………………………………………………..………………Replacement Parts List
Standard Drawings
CD-000107..................................NU-608 Airflow Schematic
CD-000105..................................NU-608 Spec. Drawing W/Telescoping Base
CD-000109..................................NU-608 Spec. Drawing W/Motorized Base
BCD-16521..................................NU-608 Control Panel
CD-000110..................................NU-608 Final Assembly Drawing
CD-000108..................................NU-608 Electrical Schematic (230VAC)

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Allergard Class I
Animal Bedding Disposal Cabinet
Models:
NU-608-400E
Operation and Maintenance Manual
MANUFACTURED BY:
NuAire, Inc. - Plymouth, Minnesota
1.0 General Description
1.1 Description
The Allergard™ Model NU-608 Class I Animal Bedding Disposal Cabinet is a product resulting from the latest
design innovations, highest quality and newest product features that the Animal Research Professional
demands. The NU-608, with the spacious 14-inch (356mm) work access opening, provides personnel protection
for handling low to moderate risk material, minimizing the risk of exposure to allergens and animal infections
for the laboratory staff. Because a Class I cabinet allows room air to flow over the work surface, the cabinet
does not provide a sterile environment for cage cleaning activity. Refuse disposal bag access is also provided
within the work zone area maintaining containment during the bag installation and removal process.
The NU-608 meets the requirements of a Class I, since the cabinet conforms to the following requirements:
1. Maintains a minimum inflow velocity of 100 LFPM (.51mps) through the work access opening.
2. Discharges air to the outside atmosphere after HEPA filtration.

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1.2 Safety Instructions
These safety instructions describe the safety features of the Allergard™ Model NU-608.
The safety cabinet has been manufactured using the latest technological developments and has been thoroughly tested
before delivery. However, the cabinet may present potential hazards if it is not installed and used as instructed for its
intended purpose or is used outside of operating parameters. Therefore, the following procedures must always be
observed:
•The safety cabinet must be operated only by trained and authorized personnel.
•For any operation of this cabinet, the operator must prepare clear and concise written instructions for operating
and cleaning, utilizing applicable safety data sheets, plant hygiene guidelines, and technical regulations, in
particular.
owhich decontamination measures are to be applied for the cabinet and accessories
owhich protective measures apply while specific agents are used
owhich measures are to be taken in the case of an accident
•Repairs to the device must be carried out only by trained and authorized expert personnel.
•Keep these operating instructions close to the cabinet so that safety instructions and important information are
always accessible.
•Should you encounter problems that are not detailed adequately in the operating instructions, please contact your
NuAire Representative of NuAire technical Services.
1.3 Explanation of Symbols
NOTE:
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.
Potential electrical hazard, only qualified person to
access.
Used for important information.
Biohazard
Ground, Earth
CAUTION

Chemical Hazard
Flammable Hazard
Hazardous Gases! Personal
Protection Equipment Required.
Lead Free
Safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death of
serious injury.
Safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!

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2.0 Models & Features
The NU-608 is manufactured in one size. 4 ft. (1.2m)

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3.0 Warranty
Details regarding product warranties can be found in the published warranty data separate from this manual and included
within the data packet sent with the unit.
4.0 Shipments
NuAire takes every reasonable precaution to assure that your Allergard cabinet arrives without damage. Motor
carriers are carefully selected and shipping cartons have been specially designed to insure your purchase.
However, damage can occur in any shipment and the following outlines the steps you should take on receipt of
a NuAire Allergard cabinet to be sure that if damage has occurred, the proper claims and actions are taken
immediately.
4.1 Damaged Shipments
4.1.1 Terms are factory, unless stated otherwise. Therefore, it is important to check each shipment before
acceptance.
4.1.2 If there is visible damage, the material can be accepted after the driver makes a notation on the
consignee’s copy of the freight bill. Then an inspection must be made to verify the claim against the
carrier. This inspection is the basis of your filing the claim against the carrier.
4.1.3 If concealed damage is found, it is absolutely necessary to NOTIFY THE FREIGHT AGENT AT ONCE, and
request an inspection. Without this inspection, the transportation company may not accept a claim for
loss or damage. If the carrier will not perform the inspection, an affidavit must be prepared stating that
he was contacted on a certain date and that he failed to comply with the request. This, along with other
papers in the customer’s possession, will support the claim.

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5.0 Installation Instructions
5.1 Location
Within the laboratory, workspace, etc., the ideal location of the NU-608 is away from personnel traffic lanes, air
vents (in or out), doors and/or any other source of disruptive air currents.
SUGGESTED CABINET LOCATION IN LABORATORY
If drafts or other disruptive air currents exceed the intake velocity of the cabinet through the access opening,
the potential exists for contaminated air to exit the cabinet. It depends on the severity of the air current.
Remember, a containment hood is not a substitute for good laboratory technique.
For proper cabinet ventilation, the rear of the NU-608 should be placed no closer than 6 inches (152mm) from
the wall or any object that would impede the exhaust air. The airflow monitor will, however, alert the operator
if insufficient air is being exhausted (or work access inflow velocity).
5.2 Set-Up Instructions
Step 1: Remove from pallet and install casters and safety angles.
Step 2: The charcoal filter is protected from sorption during shipment by a plastic covering, which must be
removed before the unit will function properly (see Section 7.3 for filter removal).
5.3Electrical Services
The NU-608 is provided with a detachable power cord. The station requires 230 VAC, single phase
power and is recommended to be on its own branch circuit, protected with a 15 Amp circuit breaker
at the distribution panel.
Only use Power Cord provided or one with same ratings.
CAUTION
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