Als Safety Cabinet User

VBH COMPACT
ME-2880fg User Manual

September 200910 Issue
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VBH COMPACT
Class 2- Biohazard Safety Cabinet
with automatic control system
MICROPROCESSOR BASED
USER MANUAL
ME-2880g
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GENERAL INDEX
GENERAL INDEX .................................................................................................................................................. 2
USE OF THE MANUAL ......................................................................................................................................... 4
INTRODUCTORY LETTER ................................................................................................................................. 4
1. GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES ............................................................................................................. 7
THE CABINET HAS A LIFE-TIME OF 10 YEARS; AT THE END OF THIS PERIOD DISMANTLE
THE CABINET, FOLLOWING THE REGULATION OF THE COUNTRY WHERE THE MACHINE
IS INSTALLED, OR CONTACT STERIL AFTER SALES SERVICE. ........................................................... 8
2. INSTALLATION, MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION .................................................................. 9

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ....................................................................................................................... 13
CONNECTION TO UTILITIES ...................................................................................................................... 13
CONVEYING OF THE EXHAUST AIR ........................................................................................................ 14
3. MAIN TECHNICAL DETAILS ................................................................................................................... 15
4. OPERATING PRINCIPLE .......................................................................................................................... 17
5. FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 19

5.1 TO START THE CABINET................................................................................................................. 19
5.2 CONTROL PANEL .............................................................................................................................. 20
5.3 ELECTRONIC BOARD INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................... 21
5.3.1 Mode I: User (protection mode) .................................................................................................... 21
Legenda ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Note ................................................................................................................................................................... 21
(1)
Present only if “Inlet Filter Fitted” = Yes. .................................................................................................... 21
(2)
Present only if “ Fan Regulation” = Automatic ............................................................................................ 21
(3)
Present only if “ Fan Regulation ” = Manual. .............................................................................................. 21
(4)
Present only if “ Loop Regulation ” = Double. ............................................................................................. 21
5.3.2 Mode II User ................................................................................................................................. 22
5.3.3 Client Service Mode ...................................................................................................................... 23
5.3.4 ALARMS: ..................................................................................................................................... 24
5.4 PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION ........................................................................................... 25
5.5 ALARMS .............................................................................................................................................. 26
6. AVAILABLE UTILITIES ............................................................................................................................ 27
6.1 TRANSPARENT FRONT SCREEN .................................................................................................... 27
6.2 ILLUMINATION ................................................................................................................................. 27
6.3 UV GERMICIDAL LAMP ................................................................................................................... 27
6.3.1 UV timer ....................................................................................................................................... 28
6.4 FUEL GAS FOR BUNSEN BURNER ................................................................................................. 29
6.5 VACUUM, COMPRESSED AIR, INERT GAS .................................................................................. 29
6.6 POWER SOCKET ................................................................................................................................ 29
7. DRAWINGS ................................................................................................................................................... 30
8. OPERATIONS CARD................................................................................................................................... 35
9. GENERAL FEATURES................................................................................................................................ 37
10. SPARE PART REQUESTS ...................................................................................................................... 38

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11. ORDINARY AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 38
12. SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS DURING MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 38
13. PERIODICAL CLEANING...................................................................................................................... 39
14. TABLE OF ORDINARY PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 40
15. TABLE OF PERIODIC CONTROLS ..................................................................................................... 41
16. PROBLEM SOLVING TABLE (DEFECTS RESEARCH) .................................................................. 42
17. MAINTENANCE (REPLACEMENT OF PARTS SUBJECT TO WEAR) ......................................... 43

17.1 REPLACEMENT OF THE FLUORESCENT LAMPS ...................................................................... 43
17.2 REPLACEMENT OF THE UV GERMICIDAL LAMP ..................................................................... 44
17.3 REPLACEMENT OF THE HEPA FILTER ........................................................................................ 45
18 CONTROLS - TESTING .......................................................................................................................... 47
INSTALLATION TESTING - (Optional, at customer request) ....................................................................... 47
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TESTING - (Optional, at customer request) .................................................... 47
19. FUMIGATION/DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURE ...................................................................... 49
19.1 GENERAL FEATURES OF DECONTAMINATION........................................................................ 49
The decontamination procedure by means of formaldehyde vapours, in accordance with BS5726: Part 4: 1992
and EN12469 Annex J, is described below. ..................................................................................................... 51
20. LIST OF SPARE PARTS .......................................................................................................................... 53
21. ELECTRIC DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................................ 57
22. GLOSSARY................................................................................................................................................ 59
23. CABINET ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................................... 60
24. ATTACHMENTS ...................................................................................................................................... 60

24.1 ATTACHED UNDER SEPARATE COVER TO THE PRESENT MANUAL ................................... 60
25. INDICE ALLEGATI PER MODIFICA E/O ERRATA-CORRIGE .................................................... 61
26. STORAGING AND DIGESTING .................................................................................................... 62
STORAGING .................................................................................................................................................. 62
DIGESTING .................................................................................................................................................... 62
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USE OF THE MANUAL
The User Manual is the document that accompanies the cabinet from the time of it’s construction to
the time of it’s demolition.
It is in fact an integral part of the equipment.
The Manual should be read carefully before performing any sort of activity that involves the
equipment, including it’s movement and transportation.
For easy reference the Manual is divided into paragraphs.
IMPORTANT: THE CONSTRUCTOR DISREGARDS ANY CIVIL & PENAL RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER, IN
CASE OF ABUSE, ERRORS AND INCORRECT OPERATIONS AND IN GENERAL, FOR ANY
OPERATIONS INVOLVING THAT ARE NOT ALLOWED OR NOT IN LINE WITH THE PROCEDURES
PRESCRIBED BY THIS USER MANUAL.
INTRODUCTORY LETTER
The present Manual is an integral part of the cabinet and must therefore always be available for the
operator’s reference.
The operator and the person in charge of the cabinet’s maintenance are obliged to be informed on the
contents of this manual.
The description and illustrations contained in this Manual are not to be considered as binding.
Nevertheless, even though the essential characteristics of this equipment will remain as described,
STERIL reserves the right to modify components or optional items at any time, without updating this
publication, if said modifications are retained to improve the product for commercial or constructive
reasons.
ALL RIGHTS ARE RESERVED, the reproduction of this manual in any of it’s parts is strictly
forbidden, without written authorisation from STERIL .
The contents of this manual may be modified without prior notice. The documentation contained in this
manual has been collected and verified with great care, for it to be as complete and comprehensible
as possible.
IMPORTANT!!
The cabinets we produce, according to the above statements, are manufactured in compliance with
the laws on safety into force.
Particularly, they are manufactured in compliance with Art. 6 Dlgs 626/94 and its modification (Italian
law in compliance with European Directive EEC/89/391) on the DUTY OF DESIGNERS, OF
MANUFACTURERS, OF SUPPLIERS AND INSTALLATORS.
The cabinets are NOT submitted to the directive EEC 93/42 on Medical Devices, as indicated in the
definition of “Medical Devices» reported in art. 1 point 2a of the Directive mentioned.
STERIL IS NOT responsible for damages to people and objects due to a non-proper use of the
cabinet, and due to a fail to comply with the user instructions and maintenance that are always
supplied with the cabinets.
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Guidelines & Standards of Reference

The following GUIDELINES and construction standards have been considered during the design of
this cabinet :
⇒ EN 12469: Performance criteria for microbiological safety cabinets.

⇒ EN 61010-1 Safety prescriptions for electronic measuring, control and laboratory
equipment - General prescriptions
⇒ UNI EN ISO 12100-1 Machinery Safety – Basic Concept Terms - Basic metodology
⇒ UNI EN ISO 12100-2 Machinery Safety – Basic Concepts - Technical Specifications.
⇒ Machinery Directive 2006/42
⇒ Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/CE
⇒ Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/CE
The cabinets ARE NOT designed to operate in explosion/fire risk environments or in tropical thermo-
hygrometric conditions.
Please contact the STERIL after sales assistance dept. to request information or should any
problems arise.
AFTER SALES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

STERIL MANUFACTURING DIVISION
LOC. CIMACOLLE
MASSA MARTANA- (PG) - ITALY
Tel. +39.075.89551
Fax +39.075.8955200
BEWARE
The original configuration of the equipment must not be modified
Upon receipt of the equipment check the following:

- that the packaging is integral and has not been damaged.
- that the supply corresponds to the specifications of the order.
In case of damage inform STERIL immediately.
The drawings and any other document delivered are the sole property of STERIL , that reserves all
rights. They cannot be handed to third parties.
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PART ONE
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1. GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
BEWARE
BEFORE STARTING THE CABINET READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY.
IMPORTANT: THE CONSTRUCTOR DISREGARDS ANY CIVIL & PENAL RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER, IN
CASE OF ABUSE, ERRORS AND INCORRECT OPERATIONS AND IN GENERAL, FOR ANY
OPERATIONS THAT ARE NOT ALLOWED OR NOT IN LINE WITH THE PROCEDURES
PRESCRIBED BY THIS USER MANUAL.
The equipment consists in a microbiological safety cabinet, i.e. a vertical laminar class 2 airflow unit,
designed according to European Standard EN 12469 that ensures the protection of the operator,
product and environment during the manipulation of biologically active or infectious substances, as
defined in the appropriate standards, against risks deriving from potentially contaminated aerosols
during microbiological and biotechnological operations, with the exception of radioactive, toxic and
corrosive substances.
The “I”, “II”, “0” buttons and the access password define the cabinet’s functions. Only authorised and
trained personnel should know the cabinet password (see dedicated paragraph).
Only mode “I”, when no alarm is sounding, guarantees the protection of the operator and environment
(biologic safety condition as described above).
The operators must be warned that SUCH WORK CONDITION IS NOT GUARANTEED WHEN CABINET IS IN MODE
“II” or “0” (cabinet switched off).
NOTE: Microbiological Safety Cabinets are designed to reduce the risks an operator runs into during
the manipulation of biologically active or infectious substances, but they do not necessarily
protect from all the other risks involved in said activity, if the operator is not properly trained
and does not carefully follow the appropriate techniques.
The microbiological, vertical laminar flow, class 2 safety cabinet also protects the material
been manipulated against environmental contamination and cross-contamination.
The use of a safety cabinet depends on the type of material and micro-organisms that have to
be examined and treated. Therefore the cabinet cannot be used correctly if the above
mentioned pathogen materials have not been taken into consideration prior to their
manipulation.
For example, one could refer to the DPAG (Dangerous Pathogens Advisor Group) of the
English DHSS (Department of Health and Social Security), to the U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
EDUCATION AND WELFARE CENTRE FOR DISEASE CONTROL or to the NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE
(NCI), U.S.A. OR TO FRENCH NFX 44-201.
In Italy, the law decree D.L. 626/94 (updated by the D.L. 242/96, in compliance with the
European Directive EEC/89/391 “Safety and healt of workers on pleace of work”) reports the
classification of biologic agents (title VIII-art.75 and relative attachment XI) and specifically
covers argumentations like measures of containment and levels of containment based on the
nature of the foreseen activities, considered during the evaluation of the risk (attachment XII).
NOTE: please refer to the laws, standards and regulations in force in the country of the end-
user or eventual documents of reference, in order to be able to classify all pathogen agents.
The Microbiological Safety Cabinet is therefore to be considered as a primary protection
barrier.
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BEWARE
Whenever an alarm sounds the micrbiological safety conditions are NO longer guaranteed and
therefore, the operations been performed in that very instant should be immediately interrupted. The
dangerous material, that is been manipulated, must be placed into safety (air tight) containers, locked
into the cabinet by closing the front access window and immediate authorised technical assistance
must be requested.
Do not use the cabinet until authorised technical assistance has intervened.
The laboratory should have an emergency plan and procedures containing precise indications on the
procedures to follow in case of bio-risk.
The alarms verify the aeraulic conditions of the cabinet during normal functioning conditions,
biological safety conditions might not be guaranteed for accidental reasons (for example,
damage of the cabinet’s structure or damage of the HEPA filters). Such conditions are not alerted by
the alarm.
For the above reason it is imperative that a periodic control test be done, (see dedicated paragraph),
at the prescribed interval.
STERIL advises to run the tests every six months and in any case, the test is compulsory once
a year.
STERIL Biological Safety Cabinets provide maximum knee/thigh clearance which improves the
users ability to assume a proper posture. The frameless edge and the improved height of the
front window allow for greater visibility and better sight lines to the effective work zone area
reducing awkward posture resulting in less eye fatigue and/or neck strain.
The proper ergonomically designed laboratory chair (not supplied) should have a star based
platform, five casters that lock when occupied, an adjustable back support, an adjustable
lumbar support, and be able to move to different height requirements. A footrest is also highly
recommended.
If the equipment is supplied with a germicidal ultra violet ray lamp, carefully read through the
paragraph entitled AVAILABLE UTILITIES to avoid staff been exposed to UV radiation.
As far as the fuel gas line is concerned, of the BUNSEN burner, carefully read through the paragraph
entitled AVAILABLE UTILITIES to avoid gas leakage accompanied by fire and explosion risks.
To avoid staff been exposed to formaldehyde vapours, carefully read through the paragraph entitled
DECONTAMINATION.
As far as packing, transport and movement of the cabinet are concerned, carefully read through the
paragraph entitled INSTALLATION, MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION.
BEWARE
THE CABINET HAS A LIFE-TIME OF 10 YEARS; AT THE END OF THIS PERIOD DISMANTLE THE CABINET,
FOLLOWING THE REGULATION OF THE COUNTRY WHERE THE MACHINE IS INSTALLED, OR CONTACT STERIL
AFTER SALES SERVICE.
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2. INSTALLATION, MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION
The cabinet must be placed in an air stream free environment as air streams might influence the
extraction and exhaust regime that are necessary for the cabinet to function correctly (see, as
indication, the following pages an extract from BS 5726: PART 2: 1992 - recommendations for
installation).
The cabinet must also be placed far away from the fan coils of the air conditioning system or where
continuous movement of people takes place.
If the cabinet is not connected to the outside 1 , leave at least a space of 200 mm between the exhaust
and the ceiling.
Leave a space of at least 500 mm on the right side of the cabinet to enable the latching of the front
closing panel with UV lamp (for version with hinged window) or of the UV Kit (for version “E”, with
sliding window).
The cabinet must be placed onto the appropriate supporting stand (if complementary). The supporting
stand it’s supplied with assembly instructions.
The supporting stand should resemble drawing 7.2 that describes the cabinet.
In case the cabinet is to be placed on an already existing supporting stand, verify that the weight
capacity is not inferior to 250 Kg/m2.
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Before starting the cabinet, make sure that the ideogram legend label is in the language of the end-
user’s country;
On the contrary, replace the label with the required label (labels attached to this manual).
BEWARE
After installation always verify that the equipment is in level with the floor.
THE “SITE ACCEPTANCE TEST” IS COMPULSORY, (see dedicated paragraph),

BEFORE STARTING TO RUN THE CABINET.
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In some country (E.g. Germany) a direct connection of the cabinet to an exhaust duct involves the lost of the
TUV GS approval (it is considered a change of type).
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A few useful hints on the correct positioning of the cabinet within a laboratory, are listed herebelow.
(Extract from regulation BS 5726: PART 2: 1992 - recommendations for installation)

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
The cabinet is provided with a power feeding cable and power plug.
BEWARE: The power plug is the only cabinet disconnecting device. It shall be
immediately identifiable and easily reached by the operator.
It is mandatory on the supply line (at customer care) to install a protection system with the following
features:
⇒ Magnetothermic Differential Switch 1P+N - 16A - Id≤0.03A

⇒ Short-circuit current max ≤10 kA
It is advisable to connect the unit to a preferential electrical power source, eventually equipped with an
UPS system. Check that the voltage indicated on the tag of the equipment corresponds to that of the
electric power source.
CONNECTION TO UTILITIES
The hose-barb connections of all utility fluids are to be found in the top part of the cabinet (see
descriptive drawing 7.2). The cabinet is equipped with 1/8” rubber holder joints (for the installation of a
flexible tube with an internal diameter of 10 mm).
The connection of the cabinet’s rubber holder, to the fluid/fluids distribution line, must be handled by
qualified technical personnel, in accordance with the regulations currently into force in the country of
end user.
The installation of a fluid interception valve, before the power feeding line of the cabinet, is necessary
(mainly for gas-line).
To protect oneself from any possible contaminating of vacuum line and to guarantee vacuum line and
pump, place, in line with the interception tap within the work zone, an up lined 0.20 micron PTFE filter
device as trap for liquid.
In this way filter replacement takes place in a confined environment. The tap must be closed during
filter replacement.
The joints must be sealed in case they remain unused.
If the cabinet is to be connected to an external air evacuation system, it is compulsory that the STERIL
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after sales service be contacted (see also par. 2.2) .
NOTE: An external air evacuation system is advisable in case volatile substances, not withheld by
the HEPA filters, are manipulated.
A packed cabinet (cardboard on pallet) must necessarily be moved by means of a reach trolley.
The cabinet is provided with eyebolts that enable it’s lifting by means of a tackle (see descriptive
drawing 7.2).
A manual reach trolley can be used to position the cabinet on it’s own supporting stand, that is
completely open on the front.
The length of the trolley’s forks must be equal to or more than the depth of the cabinet to ensure it’s
support both on the front and rear side.
Always position the forks of the trolley in the centre line of the cabinet.
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BEWARE: During installation and movement all current safety regulations,

prescribed for working spaces, should be respected and followed
accordingly.
All operators involved in the manipulation and movement of the bulk
MUST be supplied with individual protection devices.
Never lift or move the unit, or any part of it, without having previously
cleared up the operating zone, also considering a small safety zone
around the unit to avoid damage to people or objects that might be in
the way.
CONVEYING OF THE EXHAUST AIR
The equipment is designed to eliminate about 30% of the air in circulation, through the exhaust filter
into the laboratory’s environment.
In the VBH Compact “E” version the exhaust filter is protected by a second raised grid, that is
supposed to prevent the filter from been obstructed by objects that might inappropriately be placed on
the unit’s ceiling. In case the unit is to be moved, remove the above mentioned grid to avoid any
accidental falls.
For VBH Compact “2” version (with exhaust dedicated fan) air is exhausted into the laboratory’s
environment by the cabinet through a 225 mm diameter circular duct. In this case the exhaust air can
be ducted directly outside the laboratory, with a 225 mm diameter duct for a maximum linear length of
3
14m (each curve or connection is equal to 1 linear meter) .
If the air to be conveyed outside the laboratory, STERIL suggests to use the “Thimble” method as
shown in the picture below, anyway it is necessary to consult STERIL after sales technical assistance
service or an authorised distributor, to avoid running into errors that could compromise the biological
protection offered by the unit.
LEGENDA: THIMBLE
1. Exhaust air from the cabinet. 2
2. Air from the environment.

3. Bleed Air (100÷200 m3/h more than the
exhaust air flow rate from the cabinet) to a 1
dedicated exhaust fan (in the electronic
board a voltage free contact is available - Microbiological Safety Cabinet
terminal 33 and 34- to check when ventilation
is ON).
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3. MAIN TECHNICAL DETAILS
MODEL VBH CE VBH C2
SIZE 48 72 36 48 72
Power Feeding:
Electrical Classification Class I with feeding cord
Voltage (V) 230 single-phase
Frequency (Hz) 50
Absorption (A) 8 9.5 8.5 9 10

(including service power socket 4A on charge)
Service Fluids:
Max. air/nitrogen/ compressed CO2 pressure (bar) 4
Max. fuel gas for bunsen (mbar) pressure 20
Heat transmitted to the environment:
(with the exclusion of utilities attached to the duty power socket and to the 520 605 490 540 630
gas distribution line) (W)
≤65
Noise pressure (dB)
1
(≤64 )
Weight and dimensions:
General Dimensions Please refer to drawing 7.1
Dimension of safe work area (lxdxh mm) 1188x500x 1780x500x 890x500x 1188x500 1780x500
1) 1) 1) 1) 1)
685 685 685 x685 x685
1) Total depth is 602mm = 102mm inlet grid (no protection) + 500mm
net safe work surface.
Maximum front aperture height (mm) 470 530
Net weight (kg) 230 310 200 230 310
Gross weight with packing (kg) 265ca. 325ca. 220ca. 265ca. 325ca.
Gross weight of the supporting stand with packing (kg) 20 25 20 20 25
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Limit value reduced at 64 dB as fixed by the French normative NF095
The data is referred to standard packing material for truck transportation (cardboard on pallets).
TRANSPORT AND STOCKING CONDITIONS
Environmental temperature (°C): min -15 / max. 50;

Relative humidity (%): max. 90;
Atmospheric pressure (mbar): min 800 / max. 1060.
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SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
According to EN 12469:
retention at front aperture1): ≤ 5 CFU per non disturbance test, or Apf ≥ 1 x 105;
product protection: ≤ 5 CFU per test
cross contamination: ≤ 2 CFU per test
1) Expressed in Apf or egress of microorganism.
Work space air cleanliness: better than Class ISO 5 according to ISO EN 14644-1 (Class 100/M3.5
according to Federal Standard 209E, Grade A according to European GMP, Annex 1 at Rest
conditions) for 0.3 and 0.5 μm sized particles.
GUIDELINES & STANDARDS OF REFERENCE
The main guidelines and standards of reference in the design of the cabinet are:
For microbiological safety:

EN 12469 – European standard – EU;
Specifications contained in the “reglement particulier NF-095”
Electrical power system safety:

CEI EN 61010/1 (EN 61010)
The equipment has also been constructed in accordance with the following directives:
• MACHINERY DIRECTIVE 2006/42
• ELECTRO MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY 2004/108/CE
• LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 2006/95/CE
See attached fac-simile of Declaration of Conformity.

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4. OPERATING PRINCIPLE
VBH COMPACT is a Microbiological class 2 Safety Cabinet (as indicated EN 12469), with partial
recycle of filtered air (about 70% of total air volume: “A” with refer to picture below) and partial exhaust
of filtered air to the outside (about 30% of total air volume: “B”).
The amount of exhausted air (“B”) is compensated by an equal amount of air, defined as “barrier
protection” (“B”), that is regained by the front opening of the work space.
The correct balancing of the recycle/exhaust airflow, carried out during testing c/o the manufacturer in
accordance with current standards, enables the operator and the product to be protected from the
environment during the manipulation of biological risk agents, as described in the appropriate
standards, in the absence of toxic volatile compositions or radionuclides.
Environment protection is guaranteed by means of the absolute filtration of the exhaust air through the
HEPA filter conforming to the requirements of class H14 of EN 1822-1.
The operator’s safety is ensured by means of the front air barrier that prevents aerosols from passing
through the inside of the cabinet to the outside.
The air velocity of the front barrier is therefore a crucial factor, always to be kept into consideration.
Low inlet air velocity will not guarantee the operator’s protection by allowing the exit of eventual
particles from the cabinet.
VBH C2/C2E VBH CE

The product is protected by means of the ISO Class 5 laminar airflow according to ISO EN 14644
(Class 100/M3.5 according to Federal Standard 209E, Grade A according to European GMP, Annex 1
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at Rest conditions) for 0.3, and 0.5 μm sized particles. The air, by means of a main HEPA filter
conforming to the requirements of class H14 of EN 1822-1, moves perpendicularly to the work surface
in a unidirectional manner (at laminar airflow speed), keeping the work space clean and dust free. The
laminar air flow reduces cross contamination risks.
Since the correct balancing of the recycle/exhaust air flow is fundamental to obtain a good protection
of the product / operator / environment, the automatic regulation of the ventilating speed rate of the
VBH COMPACT microbiological safety cabinet is provided by a microprocessor, that guarantees the
maintenance of the values set during testing at the manufactory.
Should the above mentioned balancing be altered, for any reason whatsoever, the alarms installed on
the equipment will sound and lighten immediately.
LEGENDA:
1 Fan
2 Main HEPA filter
3 Exhaust HEPA filter
4 Exhaust Fan
The alarms installed onto the VBH COMPACT cabinet are very selective and even a slight decrease
in the air flow is sufficient for them to sound, as the air flow itself is fundamental in the
creation of the barrier that protects the operator.
The alarms are visual and acoustic at the same time.
Their intervention, (as foreseen by international standards of reference), does not provoke the halting
of the equipment and therefore, they are automatically disconnected once the aeraulic conditions
return to normal.
The acoustic alarm is re-activated after one minute if the anomaly persists.
ATTENTION: IN CASE THE ALARM GOES ON, OPERATE AS INDICATED IN PAR. 1, GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS.
NOTE : VBH COMPACT SAFETY CABINETS ARE DESIGNED IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY EVENTUAL BY-
PASS OF CONTAMINATED AIR ON THE MAIN AND EXHAUST HEPA FILTERS.
THIS CONDITION IS GUARANTEED BY THE “DYNAMIC TIGHT” SYSTEM, THAT BY MEANS OF THE
NEGATIVE PRESSURE THAT SURROUNDS THE MAIN FILTERS, FORBIDS ANY BLOW-BYS CAUSED
BY DEFECTS IN THE PERIPHERAL GASKETING OF THE FILTERS THEMSELVES.
It is advisable, both during the first installation phase and during periodic controlling (yearly), to verify
the tightness of the HEPA filter gasketing by means of the DOP/DOS TEST.
For further information, please contact the STERIL after sales service.
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5. FUNCTIONS
5.1 TO START THE CABINET
The functioning of the cabinet is defined by the three buttons on the soft touch panel: “O” for cabinet
OFF, “I” to start “MODE I” and “II” to start “MODE II”. A password allows the use of the cabinet only to
authorized personnel.
Default password is “0000” and “↵” or simply “↵” .
Password may be changed following the procedure described in Par. 5.3.2 or 5.3.3.
BEWARE BEWARE
It is imperative to establish univocably who may access the cabinet password.
In addition, it is necessary to establish univocably the precise manner to warn
unambiguously all operators, that when functioning in “MODE 2”, their protection and
that of the product been manipulated is no longer guaranteed.
MODE I: Allows the equipment to function normally; the germicidal lamp is disconnected.
Press the ”I” button and type the password; now, by pressing “↵” button (enter), the
ventilation and the acoustic/visual alarms are turned on. After about 30 seconds, as
soon as the correct aeraulic speed is reached, the alarms disconnect themselves.
In version with hinged window, before starting the ventilation, the front closing
panel must be removed. ALWAYS VERIFY that the electrical cord of the germicidal lamp
has been disconnected and hang it on the appropriate hook on the right side of the
cabinet.
In the version with sliding front window once the key has been turned to position
one, the front screen must be lifted to working level (see dimensional drawing 7.1.1)
otherwise the alarm for incorrect positioning will keep sounding.
If the screen is completely lowered, ventilation will be inhibited.
MODE II: This position turns on the holding procedure of the cabinet which excludes all
ventilating functions, alarms and all the devices connected to these functions. Press
the ”II” button and type the password; now, by pressing “↵” button (enter), the
germicidal lamp can be turned on or, as alternative, the fluorescent lamp.
The internal electrical power socket and the sliding function of the front window, in the
version with this characteristic, remain available for use.
BEWARE: MODE II DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE OPERATOR’S PROTECTION.
MODE O: The cabinet is off. However this position cannot be considered as power
disconnection therefore, to prevent accidents during maintenance operations, it is
IMPERATIVE that the cabinet be totally isolated by also disconnecting the power plug
from the main electric power feeding source.
Once “O” button has been selected, password typed, by pressing “↵” button (enter)
any unauthorised operations will be prevent.
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5.2 CONTROL PANEL
All functions are controlled by an electronic card with microprocessor .
The control panel accommodates:
1) Digital display of the cabinet parameters

2) Green LED for Power Voltage ON
3) Esc key to cancel operation in progress or to exit from an alarm message
4) ENTER button to input data
5) Mode O (Cabinet OFF)
6) Mode I (Ventilation ON)
7) Mode II (UV + Service)
8) Lighting ON/OFF push-button
9) UV lamp ON/OFF push-button
10)
0) Socket Outlet ON/OFF push-button
11) Fuel gas solenoid valve ON/OFF push-button
12) RIGHT/LEFT arrow keys to scroll data
13) UP and DOWN arrow keys to increase or decrease data (eg. time) and for the activation of the
transparent front screen (version with sliding front window only)
14) Red luminous indicator for alarm.
1 2
3 13
14 4
Esc
ALARM
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
5 10 12
6 9 11
7 8
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5.3 ELECTRONIC BOARD INSTRUCTIONS
During Start Up it will be displayed for 5 seconds:

Software version 3.4
Legenda
= Enter button
Followed by:
= Scroll Left or Scroll Right buttons (shows
* POWER FAILURE * prev./next mask)
** Press ESC **
= Up or Down buttons (in/decrease values)
Press ESC: Date and Time input request will appear: Note
Date 01.01.2000 (1)
Time 00.00 Present only if “Inlet Filter Fitted” = Yes.
(2)
Press ENTER. The MSC is in Stand-By mode. Present only if “ Fan Regulation” = Automatic
STAND-BY (3)
Present only if “ Fan Regulation ” = Manual
Pressing MODE I or MODE II keys password request will be displayed:
Enter
Password:_
5.3.1 Mode I: User (protection mode)
Password: 0 ↵ (to be changed by laboratory responsible person)
LAF Velocity:0.40m/s Date 01.01.2000 follows

EXH Flow: 350m3/h Time 00.00
MSC Run Hour 00000 Last HEPA filter HEPA Run Hour 00000
(1) follows
UV Run Hour 00000 Change 00.00.2000
Last Service Data of Last

follows
Date 00.00.2000 Power Failure
P.F. Date 00.00.2000

From 00.00-00.00
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5.3.2 Mode II User
Password: 0 ↵
Date 01.01.2000 UV Timer MSC Calendar

Time 00.00 Program and Clock
continue
ON 00.00 OFF 00.30 Date 01.01.2000

Duration 00.30h. Time 00.00
UV Timer:
OFF Ok?
UV Timer:
ON Ok?
Data of Last Change

Power Failure Password
follows
P.F. Date 00.00.2000 Enter old

From 00.00-00.00 Password:***
Enter new
Password:*
Password
Error
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5.3.3 Client Service Mode
Password: 1967 ↵ (permanent)
UV Timer MSC Decontamination Change

Program Program Language
continue
ON 00.00 OFF 00.30 Socket switch ON

Duration 00.30h. Time 01.05h.
UV Timer: Start Decontam.

OFF Ok? Cycle Ok?
UV Timer: Please wait

ON Ok? end cycle 01.04h.
Ventilation:
Plese wait end
Stand-By time:
Plese wait 00.59h.
Prepare MSC for

Fume Remove Ok?
Please wait end cycle

07.59h.
Cycle ended
Remove Kit Ok?
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Change MSC Run Hour 00000 Last Service

Password UV Run Hour 00000 Date 00.00.2000 continue
follows
Enter new MSC Run Hour 00000 Last Service

Password:* UV Run Hour 00000 Date 00.00.2000
Confirm new
Password:*
Password
Error
(1)
Inlet Filter Last Inlet filter

Fitted: No Change 00.00.2000
follows continue
Inlet Filter Last Inlet filter

Fitted: No Change 00.00.2000
Inlet Filter
Fitted: Yes
Last HEPA filter HEPA Run Hour 00000

Change 00.00.2000 INLET Run Hour 00000
follows
Last HEPA filter HEPA Run Hour 00000

Change 00.00.2000 INLET Run Hour 00000
5.3.4 ALARMS:
LAF ALARM EXH ALARM SCREEN POSITION
LAF Velocity: 0.31m/s EXH Flow: 320m3/h ALARM
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5.4 PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING TO WORK:
After the alarms have turned off, leave the cabinet to run under ventilation range for 15 minutes.
The work space must be clean, use disinfectants that do not contain chlorine (e.g. ethanol at 70%).
Introduce all the materials that require the opening of the front window as more cumbersome than the
front opening in operative position.
Be careful with the HEPA filter even though it has it’s own protection grid and second aluminium
diffuser grid.
Work should be programmed the best possible, where continuous passages between the internal and
the external work space are avoided.
Should the above mentioned situation occur, movements must be controlled to minimise the air
turbulence that occurs inevitably.
BEWARE: Do not overload the work surface, keep it the clearest possible avoiding to
obstruct the perforations and the air regain grid.
Do not cover them with paper, gauze, cloths or other items.
DURING OPERATION :
The operator must follow the general safety specifications prescribed for laboratory biosafety.
BEWARE: Operations should possibly be carried out in the central part of the work
surface and in any case, never close to the front air regain grid.
The minimum safety limit is 105 mm from the front window.
Only qualified personnel should be allowed to operate and must at least be trained on the following
subjects:
Classification of cabinets.
Correct and incorrect use of a cabinet.
Operations and warning functions of the cabinet.
Function limits.
How to operate safely within the work space of a cabinet.
How to decontaminate a cabinet after it’s use.
Main aeraulic features of the cabinet and relative tests on the operator’s protection.
AFTER WORK :
Place the contaminated material into containers; all containers must be sealed tight, leave the cabinet
to run under ventilation range for 15 minutes.
Clean the work area, use disinfectants that do not contain chlorine (e.g. ethanol at 70%).
Clean the drain tray, that is situated under the work surface, by removing the section provided with a
hand-knob, and then proceed in removing all the other sections. Replace the sections by going
through the inverse operation.
Close the cabinet by means of the closing front panel (for version with hinged window) or by letting the
front screen slide down (for version “E”, with front sliding window). In this case place the UV Kit into
position (see dedicated paragraph).
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BEWARE: Do not leave paper and or cloths and or gauze or anything similar as it could
be regained by the cabinet;
Problems arising from such an inconvenience can only be solved by the
intervention of technical assistance.
5.5 ALARMS
The alarms (acoustic and visual) sound when the exhaust flow rate and/or the laminar airflow
overtake the established threshold (see the attached test sheet of the cabinet) or when the
front screen is not in the correct operating position. The display shows the masks here after
reported.
LAF ALARM EXH ALARM SCREEN POSITION

LAF Velocity: 0.31m/s EXH Flow: 320m3/h ALARM
A luminous indicator is on the soft touch panel, above the “O” button, to indicate any alarm condition.
Front window position alarm

Acoustic and visual alarm caused by an incorrect working position of the screen. It only turns on when
the key switch is in position 1. As a consequence, all operations (e.g. cleaning of the work zone,
introduction of cumbersome materials), that require, for version with hinged window, the opening of
the front window or, for version “E” with sliding front window, the maximum opening of the window or
all operations (e.g. decontamination, work protection) that require total closure of the window, must be
carried out when the cabinet is in Mode II.
Ventilator/s cut-off
As a rule, the ventilators are cut-off by a thermal protection device that intervenes when the motor
overheats. The protection device restores ventilation as soon as the temperature of the motor returns
to normal.
If the ventilation cut-off repeats itself request immediate technical assistance.
BEWARE: IN CASE THE ALARM TURNS ON FOLLOW THE STEPS LISTED IN

PARAGRAPH 1. GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES.
BIOLOGIC SAFETY CONDITIONS MIGHT NOT BE GUARANTEED FOR
ACCIDENTAL REASONS (for example structural cabinet damages or HEPA
filter damages).
THE ABOVE MENTIONED CONDITIONS ARE NOT MONITORED BY THE
ALARM SYSTEM.
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6. AVAILABLE UTILITIES
All utilities that function by means of electric power feeding are to be activated through the control
panel.
6.1 TRANSPARENT FRONT SCREEN
Version with hinged window

The cabinet is supplied with a transparent front screen, with counterbalanced opening by means of
pre-compressed gas loaded piston situated outside the work zone. Lift and close the screen gently
with great care.
When the screen is raised open the pre-compressed gas pistons maintain said position. Pay attention
to the edged corners of the screen that remain at the same level of the operator’s head.
If the cabinet is in Mode I and the screen is not in the correct working position the visual and acoustic
alarm is immediately turned on.
Version “E” with sliding front window

The transparent front screen operates electrically by pressing the keys marked with a triangle. The
vertex of the triangles indicate the direction of movement and they are activated only when the key
switch is in position 1 or 2.
During descend and ascend of the screen, it will automatically stop at the correct height that
guarantees total operation safety. If descend or ascend is to be continued, it will be necessary to
repress the corresponding key.
If the Cabinet is in mode 1 and the screen is not in the correct operating position, the visual and
acoustic alarm will be activated (see dedicated paragraph 5.3).
When the screen is completely shut down, ventilation is automatically excluded.
6.2 ILLUMINATION
The fluorescent lamp can be switched ON and OFF by means of the appropriate key placed in a
specific section of the control panel when the cabinet is in Mode I or II.
In Mode II however, the fluorescent lamp is interlocked by the functioning of the UV lamp to prevent
illumination in contemporary with ultraviolet radiation.
6.3 UV GERMICIDAL LAMP
The unit is provided with a dedicated power socket, placed on the right side of the front panel, to
connect the UV germicidal lamp.
The power socket is a standard feature of the cabinet.
The UV germicidal lamp can be switched ON and OFF manually by means of the dedicated keys situated
on control panel, when the cabinet is in Mode II.
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It is not possible to switch the fluorescent and the UV lamps on at the same time as the activation of
both circuits is electronically inter-locked.
The UV lamp can also be switched OFF by turning OFF the cabinet (Mode O).
Version with hinged window

The germicidal UV lamp is installed on the removable closing front panel and provided with cable and
plug to be connected to the dedicated socket placed on the right side of the front panel.
The germicidal UV lamp is designed to function only when the front panel is in the correct operating
position, in the front part of the cabinet where the micro-contact installed on the panel itself is closed.
NOTE: BEFORE CONNECTING AND SWITCHING THE UV GERMICIDAL LAMP ON, THE FRONT CLOSING PANEL
MUST BE PLACED IN THE CORRECT OPERATING POSITION.
BEFORE REMOVING THE FRONT CLOSING PANEL, SWITCH OFF THE UV LAMP BY PRESSING THE
DEDICATED KEY ON THE CONTROL PANEL AND DISCONNECTING THE PLUG FROM THE POWER SOCKET.
Version “E” with sliding front window (if supplied as optional)

The UV germicidal lamp, in the form of a kit, is supplied as optional, provided with a cord and plug to
be connected to the dedicated power socket situated on the right side of the front panel.
The UV germicidal lamp is designed to function only when the kit is placed in the correct position in
the front area of the cabinet so that the front screen, totally lowered, closes the micro-contact installed
on the kit itself.
BEWARE: ALSO IF THE PANEL IS EQUIPPED WITH A MICRO-CONTACT AS SECURITY

SYSTEM, DISCONNECT THE UV GERMICIDAL LAMP PANEL FROM THE
LATERAL POWER SOCKET BEFORE TO REMOVE IT.
6.3.1 UV timer
A UV timer is also available in the electronic control system of the

UV TIMER
cabinet in Mode II.
PROGRAM
As shown in the beside flow diagram, it is possible to set start
time and duration of the UV treatment. By setting the UV timer in
condition “ON” the procedure is activated. A flashing led indicates
that a UV program has been set. Now place the UV lamp and
ON 00.00 OFF 00.30
connect it to the dedicated power socket. At the selected time UV Duration 00.30h.
will start automatically.
Anyway it is possible to stop UV manually by pressing the relative
Key on the electronic board.
UV Timer:
OFF Ok?
UV Timer:
ON Ok?
BEWARE: UV RAYS ARE HARMFUL TO THE EYES AND SKIN. THEREFORE

DIRECT EXPOSURE MUST BE AVOIDED.
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6.4 FUEL GAS FOR BUNSEN BURNER
The cabinet is provided with a gas tap (yellow hand-knob) that supplies fuel gas within the work zone.
In compliance with current safety regulations, pressure must be exerted on the hand-knob before it’s
rotation for the tap to be opened.
The available pressure of the gas circuit is 20 mbar.
The use of an open flame may disturbs the laminar flow and the cabinet might be out of safe
conditions.
To prevent explosion and/or fire outbursts, the gas is intercepted by a safety valve.
Gas is delivered by pressing the dedicated key on the control panel and only when cabinet is in Mode
I.
Ventilation interruption for any reason whatsoever, or any state of alarm causes immediate gas shut
down by means of the safety valve.
Once ventilation is reinstated it is necessary to press the dedicated key on the panel to open the
safety valve.
To disconnect the gas flow it is necessary to press the OFF key on the control panel and turn the key
switch back to position zero.
NOTE: THE GAS TAP MUST ALWAYS BE CLOSED WHEN THE BUNSEN BURNER REMAINS UNUSED OR IS NOT
INSTALLED. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE TAP HAS BEEN CLOSED CORRECTLY.
TO GUARANTEE SAFETY, A BUNSEN BURNER WITH AUTOMATIC IGNITION AND FLAME

SENSOR IS COMPULSORY.
6.5 VACUUM, COMPRESSED AIR, INERT GAS
A tap with relevant colour tag is placed on the rear wall of the work zone.
The available pressure for air compressed or non fuel gas is 4 bar.
To guarantee sterility of the internal environment, it is imperative that a 0.2 micron PTFE membrane
filter be installed on the utility feeding lines. (See dedicated paragraph for installation, movement
and transportation, at item “utility fluid connection”).
6.6 POWER SOCKET
The cabinet is provided with a 4A (maximum current absorption) electric power socket with protection
lid, situated on rear wall of the work zone.
To activate or disconnect the power socket, the ON or OFF keys of the control panel must be pressed.
BEWARE: Any customer electrical equipment connected to the cabinet internal

power socket must have a maximum leakage current of 1 mA.
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7. DRAWINGS
DWG. 7.1.1 Equipment dimensions, version “E”, with sliding front window, standard
packing
DWG. 7.1.2 Equipment dimensions, version with hinged window, standard packing
DWG. 7.2.1 Cabinet description, version “E” with sliding front window.
DWG. 7.2.2 Cabinet description, version cabinet, (with hinged window).
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Drawing 7.1.1 - Equipment dimensions -version “E” with sliding window-, standard packing (dimensions expressed in mm.)
M2880.DGN
15 790 106 C
50
42
VACUUM
60 60 120
GAS max 0.02 bar
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CONSULTARE IL MANUALE PRIMA CONSULTARE IL MANUALE PRIMA

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Drawing 7.1.2 - Equipment dimensions -version with hinged window-, standard packing (dimensions expressed in mm)
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Drawing 7.2.1 - Cabinet description -version “E” with sliding front window-.
M2880-03.DGN
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CONSULTARE IL MANUALE PRIMA CONSULTARE IL MANUALE PRIMA

DELL'USO DELL'USO
13
12
7
17
1 Exhaust air fitting 9 Vacuum hose-barb

2 Eyebolts 10 Gas inlet hose-barb
3 Identification tag with technical details and 11 Gas tap
S.N.
12 Vacuum tap
4 Panel power socket for UV. germicidal
13 Power socket
lamp kit
14 Lamp holder
5 Control panel
15 Work surface
6 Ideogram legend
16 UV germicidal lamp kit (if supplied
7 DOP-DOS test port
optionally)
8 Electric power feeding (cord + plug)
17 Supporting stand
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Drawing 7.2.2 - Cabinet description -version with hinged window-.
M2880-04.DGN
2 8 9
1 3 10
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17
1 Exhaust air fitting 9 Vacuum hose-barb

2 Eyebolts 10 Gas inlet hose-barb
3 Identification tag with technical details and 11 Gas tap
S.N.
12 Vacuum tap
4 Panel power socket for UV. germicidal
13 Power socket
lamp kit
14 Lamp holder
5 Control panel
15 Work surface
6 Ideogram legend
16 UV germicidal lamp kit
7 DOP-DOS test port
17 Supporting stand
8 Electric power feeding (cord + plug)
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8. OPERATIONS CARD
The scope of the table below is to note down each technical operation that the cabinet undergoes
during it’s life cycle, to keep a historic directory of the equipment.
CODE or HOURS
ITEM DATE OPERATOR OPERATION DESCRIPTION TRAVEL WORK
1
10
11
12
GENERAL REMARKS : .......................................................................................

..........................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................
..........................................................................................................................................
LEGEND OF OPERATION CODES:

1 - INSTALLATION
2 - ASSISTANCE UNDER WARRANTY WITH REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
3 - ASSISTANCE UNDER WARRANTY WITHOUT THE REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
4 - ASSISTANCE NOT UNDER WARRANTY WITH REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
5 - ASSISTANCE NOT UNDER WARRANTY WITHOUT REPLACEMENT OF PARTS
6 - ASSISTANCE OVER THE PHONE
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PART TWO
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9. GENERAL FEATURES
BEWARE BEWARE
After having treasured the information contained in "PART ONE", the correct functioning of the
equipment and operational safety are guaranteed by STERIL under the condition that all
maintenance operations are carried out by authorised and trained personnel.
Access to the electric parts is only allowed to qualified personnel, trained to open the command panel
and to programme the microprocessor logic.
Decontamination is compulsory, prior to all technical operations to be carried out within cabinet’s
interiors (at the client’s care).
Prior decontamination must formally be certified in writing and signed by the purchaser of said service,
using the relevant module that will be handed in before every technical operation.
The above mentioned operation is necessary to enable cabinet maintenance to be carried out in
utmost safety, in complete accordance with Italian law D.Lgs. 626/94 in compliance with European
Directive EEC 89/391 (modified by D.Lgs. 242/96), with particular reference to title VIII and/or safety of
personnel/workers on work place laws of the country where the cabinet is to be installed.
In addition the purchaser will have to formally inform STERIL staff or STERIL Distributor, in writing
with the same module, on the risks and on the prevention and protection measures to be adopted.
STERIL staff/Distributor will also have to be informed about the emergency procedures made
available by the purchaser, in oral or written form.
All maintenance operations (both periodic, ordinary or extraordinary) must be carried under power
safety conditions, by isolating the equipment from the main power source.
The MODE O cannot be considered as total power cut-off. Total power cut-off means
unplugging the equipment from the main power socket (see INSTALLATION paragraph).
Ordinary maintenance consists essentially in the replacement of the following components.
⇒ Fluorescent lamp.
⇒ UV lamp (if present)
⇒ HEPA filters.
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10. SPARE PART REQUESTS
It is possible to request any spare part by forwarding a written request that specifies:
• EQUIPMENT TYPE
• SERIAL NUMBER
• DESCRIPTION OF THE SPARE PART WITH EVENTUAL ARTICLE CODE
In this way it is easier and quicker to identify the exact model and price of the requested spare part.
Consult the paragraph entitled spare parts list.
ATTENTION: The spare parts to be used must have the same technical characteristics
of the parts to be replaced.
The use of spare parts supplied by STERIL is recommended.
11. ORDINARY AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
An adequate maintenance is an important factor as it determines a major duration of the equipment’s

condition and guarantees safety, under a functional point of view, throughout time.
It is imperative that only authorised personnel carry out maintenance operations.
Staff must be provided with individual protection gear, normally used for such operations, and must
follow the prescribed safety procedures described in the following chapter.
Also see the table of periodic maintenance.
12. SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS DURING MAINTENANCE
BEWARE: The operator in charge of ordinary cleaning MUST wear the required
protection gear (gloves, mask, overall, eye protection, etc.).
The main precautions to adopt during maintenance are:

⇒ Only involve qualified and authorised personnel for complex operations.
⇒ Decontaminate/Sterilize the equipment before removing any panel or other part of the equipment.
⇒ Always disconnect the plug from the main power socket before opening the front panel or before
removing any protection panel or before replacing any electrical component.
⇒ Never touch uncovered connections or components without having disconnected the main power
(unplug the cabinet from the main power socket).
⇒ Do not wear rings, watches, chains, bracelets, etc. during maintenance.
⇒ If possible, stand on an isolating rubber mat during maintenance; avoid operating on wet floors or
very humid environments.
⇒ Do not use flames or pins during cleaning.
⇒ Do not smoke.
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13. PERIODICAL CLEANING
The equipment must be cleaned at the beginning and at the end of every work day. This enables the
equipment to maintain good conditions.
The scheme below lists all the parts that have to be cleaned:
⇒ Work space
⇒ Liquid drain basin
⇒ Front window
⇒ Command panel
⇒ External surfaces
Use the appropriate products for cleaning
BEWARE: DO NOT CLEAN THE STAINLESS STEEL SURFACES WITH

PRODUCTS CONTAINING CHLORINE.
Specific products may be used to clean specific parts of the cabinet.

Always refer to the technical card and the instructions that accompany the cleaning product.
Use the appropriate products for cleaning. Consult also the STERIL technical service
The work surface is divided into sections to enable it’s sterilisation by means of an autoclave.
To remove the work surface start by the first section on the left that is provided with a handle, then
proceed in removing all the other sections.
Any liquids accidentally spilled are collected into the drain basin that is situated under the work
surface.
The drain basin can be accessed be removing the work surface.
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14. TABLE OF ORDINARY PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
N° OPERATION PART OF UNIT advised PRODUCT PERIOD
*
Command panel Cloth + Distilled water + Daily
1 Cleaning liquid soap
*
Work space Disinfectant containing Daily
2 Cleaning quaternary ammonium
salts or ethanol 70°
*
Front screen Disinfectant containing Daily
3 Cleaning quaternary ammonium
salts or ethanol 70°
*
External parts of the Cloth + Distilled water + Weekly
4 Cleaning equipment liquid soap
* DO NOT CLEAN THE WORK SPACE AND ALL OTHER STAINLESS STEEL
SURFACES WITH PRODUCTS CONTAINING CHLORINE.
All other surface may be cleaned with specific products for that area, refer to the technical card and
instructions attached to the product.
Consult the STERIL technical service.
BEWARE: The operator in charge of ordinary cleaning MUST be provided with

individual protection gear and devices.
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15. TABLE OF PERIODIC CONTROLS
N° OPERATION PART OF EQUIPMENT METHOD PERIOD

1 Functional control Signals of the control panel Visual: check that all the luminous leds flash for an instant after ignition upon ignition
(check-panel function)
2 Functional control Buttons on the control panel Manual Upon their use or monthly
3 Functional control Alarms Visual / Acoustic Upon ignition
Note : The aeraulic alarms always turn on upon ignition until the safety
conditions are reached
The wrong screen position alarms turns on when the front window is not in
the correct operating position
4 Screw clamping End-run - position of the front window. Visual / Manual Every 6 months *
Front panel hinge.
5 Screw clamping electronic terminal board Visual / Manual Every 6 months *
6 Verification of integrity internal and external surfaces Visual Upon ignition *
7 Installation testing See dedicated paragraph After installation *
8 Routine maintenance See dedicated paragraph Advised every 6 months or after
testing technical assistance.
Compulsory every year *
9 Wear verification Electric cables, feeding cord Visual Every 6 months *
10 Wear verification Lifting belts of the transparent front Visual Every 6 months *
screen
• and every time the cabinet is moved or, in any case, whenever reasons arise for it to be moved (e.g. after having executed work close to the cabinet)
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16. PROBLEM SOLVING TABLE (DEFECTS RESEARCH)
BEWARE
IN ANY CASES OF ALARM THE BIOLOGICAL SAFETY CONDITIONS ARE NO LONGER
GUARANTEED, THE OPERATIONS IN COURSE MUST BE INTERRUPTED IMMEDIATELY,
STORE ALL DANGEROUS MATERIALS INTO BIOHAZARD TIGHTLY SEALED CONTAINERS AND
PLACE WITHIN THE CABINET, LOCK THE FRONT OPENING ACCESS OF THE CABINET, SHUT
DOWN THE UNIT AND REQUEST IMMEDIATE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE.
DO NOT USE THE CABINET UNTIL AUTHORISED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE HAS OPERATED .
ANOMALY COUNTER MEASURE / NOTES

VERIFICATION
The unit does not work and all Check the voltage of the power plug. It could be caused by incorrect
leds are switched off Check the various fuses (see electrical diagram) electrical connections, irregular
power voltage, burnt out fuses,
etc.
The lamps do not function Check the various fuses (see electrical diagram).
even though the power is Check the efficiency of the fluorescent tubes.
turned on
Ventilation does not turn on Check the voltage
Check that the cabinet is on MODE I
Check that the front screen is in the correct operating
position.
Check the functions of the actuator group & micro-
release into position
Check the thermal protection of the fan.
The unit is in Mode 1 (the Check the relevant fuses (see electrical diagram). It can be caused by the
dedicated led flashes), but the thermal protection of the motor
ventilator does not work that blocks the ventilator
The front window does not Check the functions of the actuator group & micro-
automatically stop in the release into position
correct operating position
(sliding version only)
Wrong front screen position Place the screen in the correct work position.
alarm If the alarm continues, switch the unit off and then re-
activate.
If the alarm persists after first re-activation, contact the
STERIL technical assistance.
NOTE : As already mentioned in the alarm dedicated paragraph, the aeraulic alarms of the VENTILATOR BLOCK can be
caused by the intervention of the thermal protection that prevents the overheating of the motors.
The protection device restores the motor’s functions once the causes of overheating have been eliminated and
ventilator returns to the normal functional temperatures allowed.
If the thermal protection turns once more, the defect might be of electrical or mechanical nature.
Request immediate STERIL technical assistance that will substitute the ventilator if necessary.
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17. MAINTENANCE (REPLACEMENT OF PARTS SUBJECT TO WEAR)
To open the service panel of the cabinet use the provided key. The panel can be kept open by means
of two lifting bars as shown in the pictures below.
The fluorescent and UV lamps (germicidal) have an average nominal duration of about 5000h.
STERIL however suggests its replacement after no more than 2000÷3000 hours. The luminous
potential delivered drops to 70% after said period which could not guarantee sufficient power for the
operations in course.
17.1 REPLACEMENT OF THE FLUORESCENT LAMPS
Proceed as described below in the replacement of the

fluorescent lamp:
• Access the plafone situated: internally, in the lower area

of the service panel, accessible using the provided key.
The panel can be kept open by means of two lifting bars.
• Dismantle the plastic lamp protection.
• Rotate the fluorescent lamps 90°, then release them from
their seating,
• Install the new lamp be performing the inverse operation,
• Reposition the plastic lamp protection and the front panel
by performing the inverse operations.
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17.2 REPLACEMENT OF THE UV GERMICIDAL LAMP
The UV germicidal lamp is situated: on the internal side of the closing front panel with germicidal UV
or for the version with sliding front window, on the germicidal UV lamp kit (if supplied optionally) within
the metallic protection cage.
To replace the germicidal UV lamp proceed as illustrated below:
1. Ring nuts
2. Germicidal UV lamp
3. Pre-cabled plafone
4. Protection net
• Loosen the 2 screws (indicated with the arrow A) that block the protection grid,
• unhook the protection grid from the squad and rotate it as per arrow B, at this point the lamp is
accessible,
• the lamp is fixed to the plafone by means of it’s own blocking device and the relative ring nuts,
• rotate the 2 ring nuts anti-clockwise until they unhook, release them from the tube by performing
movement C of the drawing of reference,
• rotate the germicidal lamp 90° then release it from it’s seating,
• release the ring nuts from the germicidal UV lamp and insert them in the new lamp,
• install the lamp by performing the inverse operations,
• under extraordinary circumstances, the replacement of the starter is also necessary. The starter is
found on the side of the plafone; to replace it simply rotate anti-clockwise until it loosens, release
the starter, insert the new starter and rotate it clockwise until it’s firmly fixed,,
• replace the protection grid by performing the inverse operations.
NOTE: Use gloves when manipulating a germicidal UV lamp, to prevent leaving hand prints
that reduce the effects of the ultraviolet radiation.
Replace UV lamp every 2000÷3000 hours of life.
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17.3 REPLACEMENT OF THE HEPA FILTER
The main and exhaust HEPA filters must both be replaced when the pressure drop out, due to the
particle deposit, can no longer be compensated by the increase of the ventilator’s velocity through
auto regulation.
It is important to highlight that the airflow reduction, caused by the clogging of the filters, is very
gradual and allows filter replacement to be programmed some time ahead, in relation to the use of the
cabinet.
Please bear in mind that the HEPA filters have an average operational lifetime of about 8.000 hours.
The duration of the filter depends on the working conditions, products manipulated and other
variables.
If the cabinet is used with insistence without ever replacing the filters, the aeraulic alarms will be
activated and the cabinet will have to be shut down completely until the filters are replaced.
WARNING
The replacement of the HEPA filters is one of the operations that requires
CABINET COMPULSORY DECONTAMINATION/STERILIZATION
(operation at client’s care).
BEWARE: The operator in charge of filter replacement must be provided with the
individual protection gear.
To replace the HEPA filters proceed in the following manner:
Open the service panel of the cabinet using the provided key. The panel can be kept open by means
of two lifting bars as shown in the pictures in Par. 17.
Unscrew the 26 screws, remove the front panel and place it in a safe area far from damage (only for
version “E” remove the belts and the two side window guides as per pictures below).
The internal area is now accessible where the filters are visible,
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Now unhook the anchors of the main filter by following the steps: loosen the lock nut, unscrew the four
handle bolts and remove the squads.
Now lift up the frame and the flexible plenum and carefully remove the main filter, place the filter in a
plastic bag for it to be discharged at a later stage.
Now release the anchors of the exhaust filter by following the steps listed below:
TWO FAN VERSION
Loosen, without removing the fixing screw, the nuts of the tierods on which the exhaust plenum, that
sustains the filter, is stuck. Rotate the front tierods unscrewing them from their own filleted inserts until
the filter can be released. Now release the filter to be replaced and insert the new filter by performing
the inverse operations for it’s installation.
ONE FAN VERSION
Remove the exhaust filter protection grid on the ceiling of the cabinet. Remove then the rectangular
steel frame unscrewing the ten bolts. Now the exhaust filter is accessible; lift it up and place it in a
plastic bag for it to be discharged at a later stage. Insert the new filter by performing the inverse
operations for it’s installation.
Filters must be provided with gasket on both ledges. On the contrary apply a closed cell gasket of
dimensions 15x3 mm.
Before installing the new filter, the ledged surfaces must be cleaned accurately to eliminated traces of
the previous lodging.
To protect the gaskets of the filters during their insertion, a silicon based product can be used to
lubricate.
The new filters must correspond to the model indicated on the tags of the frame and those placed on
the removed panel (also see paragraph LIST OF SPARE PARTS).
The replaced filters must be collected into BIOHAZARD labelled plastic bags and sent for discharge
as prescribed by current laws for the discharge of Special Waste.
THE ABOVE OPERATION IS AT THE CLIENT’S CARE
A ROUTINE TEST IS COMPULSORY AFTER THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FILTERS

(see dedicated paragraph).
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18 CONTROLS - TESTING
The tests must be run when prescribed by the manufacturer, if all prescribed tests are performed
periodically the cabinet guarantees a major function period and certain parts risk less wear. The major
safety guarantee of the cabinet, that is not controlled by the alarm parameters (e.g. deterioration of the
ledges or of the filtering baffle of the HEPA filters, gas circuit seal, mechanical ruptures etc.), is
obtained by running the tests listed below. See also Table 5 of EN 12469 reported in the following
page.
As prescribed by Cap. 9 Documentation in the EN 12469, “The user shall keep documentation which
demonstrates the current performance of the equipment and its verification including:
a) a test certificates detailing compliance with all parts of this European Standard; a certificate of
HEPA filter/seal leaktightness of the cabinet at the place of use;
b) method and equipment used for testing the MSC;
c) installation and operating manuals; …”. All other points (d, e, f and g) are included in the present
manual.
INSTALLATION TESTING - (obligatory before starting to run the cabinet)
To be executed by qualified personnel
The Installation Testing procedure (Site Test Report) is supplied with the equipment.
The tests will be executed in accordance with the procedures set by the manufacturer and the values
obtained shall be included in the acceptance criteria listed in the attached test report (F.A.T.) supplied
with the equipment.
In case of some values are out of acceptance criteria,
It will be necessary to enter in “programming mode” and modify some parameters, however this
activity has to be performed by STERIL authorized personnel only.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TESTING - (Optional, at customer request)
To be executed by STERIL qualified personnel
The Routine maintenance testing of the cabinet must be executed following the check-list below:
• Check the equipment integrity visually
• Check that manufacturer's specification is met (LAF set point, display, alarms etc.)
• Check the laminar air flow velocity and check the exhaust air flow rate (protective barrier)
• DOP/DOS test of filters
• Smoke test pattern
• Check the fuel gas circuit
• Particle count (verification of air cleanliness ISO Class 5 according to ISO EN 14644, Class 100
according to Federal Standard 209E, Grade A according to European GMP, Annex 1 at Rest
conditions, in working area)
The tests will be executed in accordance with the procedures set by the manufacturer and the values
obtained shall be included in the acceptance criteria listed in the attached test report (F.A.T.) supplied
with the equipment.
In case of some values are out of acceptance criteria,
It will be necessary to enter in “programming mode” and modify some parameters, however this
activity has to be performed by STERIL authorized personnel only.
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Extract from EN 12469: 2000
Table 5 - Test methods for type testing, installation testing and routine maintenance testing for class I and II MSCs
Testing Retention at front aperture Leaktightness of Filters** Product protection Cross contamination
carcass** (Class II only) (Class II only)
Type testing - Microbiological or KI method (see annex - soap solution - aerosol challenge - microbiological method (see annex E) - microbiological method
C) test method (see method (see annex (see annex F)
annex B) D)
Installation - check that manufacturer's specification not applicable - aerosol challenge - check that manufacturer's specification - check that
testing is met; method (see annex is met; manufacturer's
D); or specification is met;
- check volumetric airflow rate - when appropriate - check volumetric airflow rate
measurements (see for example natural aerosol measurements (see for example
annexes G and H); and challenge method* annexes G and H); and
- check airflow patterns (visualization); - check airflow patterns (visualization);
- optional: retention testing - optional: retention testing
(microbiological method [see annex E], (microbiological method [see annex E],
or alternative methods such as Kl, light or alternative methods such as Kl, light
scattering, after validation) scattering, after validation)
Routine - check that manufacturer's specification not applicable - aerosol challenge - check that manufacturer's specification - check manufacture’s
maintenance is met; method (see annex is met; requirements for
D); or maintenance;
testing (see - check volumetric airflow rate - check volumetric airflow rate
- when appropriate
annex K) measurements (see for example natural aerosol measurements (see for example - check volumetric airflow
annexes G and H); and challenge method* annexes G and H); and rate measurements (see
for example annexes G
- check airflow patterns (visualization); - check airflow patterns (visualization); and H); and
- check airflow patterns
(visualization);
NOTE National regulations may require risk assessment and may demand additional requirements in special cases, e.g. if highly hazardous microorganisms are to be used or if there is a higher
danger of infection via the airborne route.
*information on filters is given in EN 13091: 1999.
**Only for cabinet in positive pressure.
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19. FUMIGATION/DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURE
19.1 GENERAL FEATURES OF DECONTAMINATION
The internal walls of the cabinet are to be decontaminated often, including filters, ventilators and work
surfaces, in accordance with specification BS5726: part 4: 1992 and EN12469 annex J. The unit is
decontaminated by means of fumigation. When formaldehyde vapours are unavailable refer to the
following local prescription.
BEWARE: FUMIGATION MUST TAKE PLACE UNDER THE FOLLOWING

CIRCUMSTANCES:
• before maintenance, when the operator might contact contaminated areas.
• after having spilled large amount of liquids accidentally and where inaccessible areas have been
contaminated.
Fumigation must be carried out by highly qualified personnel, trained about the procedures and
precautions to adopt.
Fumigation is advisable during the night or weekend.
Staff must be informed that fumigation is taking place.
Formaldehyde vapours can be generated by:
1. Formaline evaporation: 60 ml formaline plus 60 ml water

should be vaporised for each cubic meter of the cabinet.
2. Depolymerisation of hot paraformaldehyde: multiplying
3
the volume of the cabinet in cubic feet by 0.3g/ft of
paraformaldehyde or 10.6g for cubic meter. This amount
will provide an equivalent concentration of 0.8% by
weight or 10.000 ppm by volume in air.
BEWARE: The operator must be informed

on the risks that derive from
handling formaldehyde and/or
paraformaldhyde.
It is COMPULSORY that the
relevant safety precautions be adopted.
For version “C2” the removable panel should be placed in front of the frontal access whereas for the
version “CE” with sliding front window, the panel must be completely lowered.
The cabinet must be sealed from the floor level to the top during contamination, using a gastight tent
with adhesive tape (as showed in the picture) . Special attention must be paid to the sealing of the
electrical outlet connections (e.g. boiler or bowl), of the legs of the stand support, and wherever are
present openings in the tent. The sealing should avoid any gas dispersion during decontamination.
Temporary warning signs should advise that decontamination is taking place.
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The operator must wear the prescribed protection gear which should then be sterilised or discharged
as Special Waste following procedures, norms and laws existing in the country where cabinet is
installed.
BEWARE: IN CASE OF EMERGENCY INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION DEVICES MUST BE AVAILABLE

INCLUDING AN ADEQUATE RESPIRATOR THAT NEUTRALISES FORMALDEHYDE.
When the vapours are obtained through depolymerisation of paraformaldhyde at about 230°C, optimal
temperature and humidity are necessary (more than 21°C and not less than 70% of relative humidity
by heating the water in a separate container).
The amount of paraformaldhyde (10,6 g. for m³ of volume - value obtained from specification
NSF49-) and worked out on the basis of the total volume of the cabinet that differs from model to
model, see values listed below.
MODEL 36 ⇒ volume 1,2m3 → amount of paraformaldhyde 13 grams

→ amount of formaline 72 ml + 72 ml water
MODEL 48 ⇒ volume 1,4m3 → amount of paraformaldhyde 15 grams

→ amount of formaline 84 ml + 84 ml water
MODEL 72 ⇒ volume 2,1m3 → amount paraformaldhyde 22 grams
→ amount of formaline 126 ml + 126ml water
The amount worked out should guarantee at least a 50 mg/m3 concentration of formaldehyde –value
obtained from BS5726: Part 4: 1992 and EN12469 Annex J–.
It is important to not exceed in the advised amounts as the vapours would repolymerise and a
formaldehyde deposit would clog the filters.
BEWARE: Formaldehyde vapours combine and polymerise very rapidly with

certain chemicals. In addition, they can also explode in a
concentration higher than 7.5 – 7.75% in dry air. The auto-ignitiating
temperature is 430°C.
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The decontamination procedure by means of formaldehyde vapours, in accordance with BS5726: Part
4: 1992 and EN12469 Annex J, is described below.
A decontamination kit is available.

Usually, the complete procedure is divided into three phases:
1. Fumigation (to decontaminate)
2. Neutralisation (of the formaldehyde residues)
3. Waiting time for the neutralisation process
• Connect a multiplex plug to the internal duty power socket.

• Connect the electric hot plate (containing the product to depolymerise and sufficient water to keep
humidity under control) to the multiplex plug.
• Close the cabinet, making sure it is perfectly sealed as previously described.
• Press the push-button “II”, type the password and “↵” and switch the hot plates on by acting on the
switch of the internal socket until complete depolymerisation of the paraformaldhyde. After 10 min.
press the push-button "I" and “↵” and wait for about 15 seconds letting the vapours equally
distribute in the working space by briefly operating the ventilators (the alarms will turn on).
• Press the push-button "II", type the password and “↵” to turn off the ventilation.
• Wait for at least 4 hours and then press the push-button "I" and “↵”, wait for about 15 seconds
again to allow an equal distribution of the formaldehyde vapours in the working space by briefly
operating the ventilators (the alarms will turn on).
• Press the push-button "II", type the password and “↵”. Decontamination is completed after about 8
hours.
• Now switch on the hot plate for neutralisation, with the appropriate neutralised reagent (i.e.
ammonium carbonate).
• After 10 min. press the push-button "I" and “↵” and wait for about 15 seconds letting the vapours
equally distribute in the working space by briefly operating the ventilators (the alarms will turn on).
• Press the push-button "II", type the password and “↵” to turn off the ventilation.
• Wait the necessary time for neutralisation to be completed process (at least 2 hours).
• After exhaust remove the sealing and reactivate the system by the push-button "I" and “↵”.
• Subsequently remove the front access closing.
• Wait until the system’s operating conditions have been restored and that the visual and acoustic
alarms have disappeared.
• The timings for air renewal (removal of any formaldehyde trace) within the working space should
not be less than 1 hour.
NOTE: The hot plate used for paraformaldehyde depolymerisation must be thermostated.
Depolymerization can also be done by using a hot air jet. The hot plate used to heat
the water must be employed until the optimal temperature and humidity conditions
are reached as previously mentioned. For the above reason it is necessary to insert
into the box, in a visible position, a thermometer and a hygrometer.
BEWARE: Formaldehyde vapours are irritant and carcinogenic.

Repeated exposure can cause chronicle eye, nose/throat irritation.
BEWARE: The operator who is directly exposed to formaldehyde vapours MUST be

provided with the appropriate protection gear (eyes and body).
The operator must also use individual protection devices. A gas mask with specific filter is therefore
advisable.
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The max. limit of exposure for persons to formaldehyde of 2,5 mg/m3

Formaldehyde TLV TWA 1ppm TLV STEL 2 ppm.
May we also remind you that the volumetric concentration of formaldehyde in inhabited areas is
regulated by specific standards that the end-user is supposed to know and observe.
For example the U.S. NIOSH Standards recommend a max. concentration within the environment of
1.2 mg/m³, equivalent to 1 ppm.
During decontamination and fumigation activities all national or international standards and
laws regarding health and environmental protection must be respected (e.g. TRGS 513 and
TRGS 522).
Should the operator decide to use alternative decontamination methods, their efficiency and safety
conditions must be verified before hand.
Please contact STERIL After Sales Service for further information on the decontaminating
procedure.
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20. LIST OF SPARE PARTS
____________ PIECES INSTALLED __________
CODE DESCRIPTION VBH CE VBH C2
48 72 36 48 72
01014102436031 Main HEPA FILTER mm.610x915x68 H14 EN1822 - Δpi = 120 Pa at 0,45m/s - FCR mod. 1
LFA 2448/07 or COFIM mod. AB 8H RR (#)
01014102448031 Main HEPA FILTER mm.610x1220x68 H14 EN1822 - Δpi = 120 Pa at 0,45m/s - FCR mod. 1 1
LFA 2448/07 or COFIM mod. AB 9 (#)
01014102472031 Main HEPA FILTER mm.610x1830x68 H14 EN1822 - Δpi = 120 Pa at 0,45m/s - FCR mod. 1 1
01014102412031 Exhaust HEPA FILTER mm.457x610x68 H14 EN1822 - Δpi = Pa 90 a 0,45m/s - AAF mod. 1
A99C9S2R or COFIM mod. AB 42 (#)
A99C9S2R or COFIM mod. DAB 41 (#)
A99C9S2R or COFIM mod. DAB 41 (#)
01014102418031 Exhaust HEPA FILTER mm.457x610x69 H14 EN1822 - Δpi = Pa 120 a 0,45m/s - FCR mod. 1
01014102424031 Exhaust HEPA FILTER mm.610x610x69 H14 EN1822 - Δpi = Pa 120 a 0,45m/s - FCR mod. 1
01022431055400 Fluorescent Lamp 14W T5 2
01022431055400 Fluorescent Lamp 54W T5 2 2
01022431058000 Fluorescent Lamp 80W T5 2 2
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010MELAMGE1520 Germicidal Lamp 15W T8 1

010MELAMGE3020 Germicidal Lamp 30W T8 1 1 1 1
01030101001530 Adhesive sealing gasket 15x3 (necessary during filter replacement) 10 mt 15 mt 10 mt 10 mt 15 mt
(#) BEWARE: The new filters must correspond to those listed on the label of the filter’s frame and on the label of the panel that has been
removed.
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ONLY FOR EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE
_____ QTY. OF PIECES INSTALLED _____
CODE DESCRIPTION VBH CE VBH C2
48 72 36 48 72
0101334070014 Main fan EBM Ziehl (alternative)

3 1 1 1
Main fan Nicotra
0101329030014
3
0101367055014 Main fan Nicotra 1 1

4
0101362009012 Exhaust fan Nicotra 1 1
5
0101363011012 Exhaust fan Nicotra 1

5
0102276030000 PCB - Electronic Board “Compact” 1 1 1 1 1

1
0102275031000 Membrane keypad for VBH COMPACT 1 1 1 1 1

0
0102278030220 Display for VBH COMPACT 1 1 1 1 1

0
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The end-user shall specify code, description and s.n. of the cabinet when placing an order for spare parts to STERIL after sales service.
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21. ELECTRIC DIAGRAM
FUSES TABLE
THIS DRAWING IS THE PROPERTY OF STERIL AND IS LENT WITHOUT CONSIDERATION SCHEMA ELETTRICO
C 17.04.03 TERZA EMISSIONE - Third issue N.B. P.B.
OTHER THAN THE BORROWER 'S AGREEMENT THAT IT SHALL NOT BE REPRODUCED VBH - COMPACT Electrical diagram
F1 8A T COPIED LENT OR DISPOSED OF DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY , NOR USED FOR ANY B 13.09.02 SECONDA EMISSIONE - Second issue C.M. A.B.
PURPOSE OTHER THAN THAT FOR WHICH IT IS SPECIFICALLY FURNISHED. A 13.11.01 PRIMA EMISSIONE - First issue F.M. A.B. DWG.N REV.
THE APPARATUS SHOWN IN THE DRAWING IS COVERED BY PATENTS . cod.= SCALE 1:1 2880.400 C
F2 4A T LETTER DATE DESCRIPTION BY APP
F3 1A T COMPONENTI - Components MODELLO - Model
DESCRIZIONE LEGENDA
2880.400
F4 1A T Description Legend VBH-CE VBH-C2 VBH-C2E VBH-C JP5 JP10 CN12
Tipo 1
BUZZER
Type 1 NO YES NO YES
Finecorsa schermi
F5 4A T Screen limit-switches
Tipo 2 YES NO YES NO
Type 2
F6 1A T Sensore aeraulico S1 YES YES YES YES

Air flow sensor
DWG N
F7 1A T S2 NO YES YES NO
uP
M1 YES YES YES YES
F8 2A T Ventilatori
Motor blowers PR
M2 NO YES YES NO
F9 1A T Schermo elettrico
YES NO YES NO
Electric screen M3
Presa elettrica
F11 1A T Electrical socket SC YES YES YES YES
Elettrovalvola
K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8
EV YES YES YES YES
F12 1A T Solenoid valve TR1
Lampada UV-C
UV YES YES YES YES
UV-C lamp
Illuminazione
LC YES YES YES YES
Normal light
" Version 36-48 "

FILTRO DI RETE ICAR FL 120.10.10/F
Filter line LF " Version 72 "
F1 (8A)
F3 (1A)
F6 (1A)
F11 (1A)
F9 (1A)
F4 (1A)
F7 (1A)
F2 (4A)
F5 (4A)
F8 (2A)
F12 (1A)
CORCOM 10EP1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34
To
PAINTING:
rif.SP. TEC. PAINT-001
CN12
BK
BK
BK
BK
BU
BU
BN
BU
BU
BN
BU
BN
BU
BN
BU
BN
BU
BN
BN
RD
RD
GN
GN
P.E.
Tipo 1 - Type 1 Tipo 2 - Type 2

DISPLAY MODULE
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
3G1
3G1
3G1
3G1
3G1
3G1
4G0.75
BN
BU
BN
BU
BU
BU
BN
BN
4A U. V.
2x1
2x1
M M
UV
CARICO
SOFT TOUCH
FC FC1-FC2
2x1
2x1
CONTROL PANEL SCHERMO IN POSIZIONE SCHERMO IN POSIZIONE S1 S2 LF M3 SC

M1 EV
DI LAVORO DI LAVORO
LINEA
FC FC1FC2
BK BU
M
FC3
SCHERMO IN POSIZIONE only
DI CHIUSURA
2uF 450V
FC4 Version 36-48 M2
CONSENSO PER
U.V. FC4
CONSENSO PER
FC4 U.V. FC3 FC4 L N LC
NOTA: 3G1
PER IL COLLEGAMENTO DEL SENSORE AERAULICO DELLA
VBH-CE e VBH-C
NOT SPECIFIED TOLLERANCE:

rif.SP. TEC. TOLL-001
CONSIDERARE IL SENSORE MONTATO SUL CANOTTO COMES1
230V 50Hz
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Hardware Lay Out:

Connection List:
Expansion Connector (b) Reset button
PC (a) Connector Display
Keyboard/Display Connector Display contrast
F9
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F11 F12
EXH fan EV-Gas MSC ON

EXH. Enc. LAF fan Socket Alarm
F-N-PE Screen up Light
Input LAF Enc. Screen down UV
CN1 CN2 CN3 CN4 CN5 CN6
• CN1 Input: • CN5 Utilities:

1. ON = Screen work position 19. Screen Down Neutral
2. ON = Screen closed 20. Screen Down Phase F3
3. ON = EV-Gas pressure switch (only manual cabinet) 21. Screen Up Neutral
4. ONLY for Double loop – Double set point cabinets 22. Screen Up Phase F4
5. Common 23. Socket Neutral
• CN2 Encoders: 24. Socket Phase F5
6. 5V 25. EV-Gas Neutral
7. LAF signal 26. EV-Gas Phase F6
8. Ground (0V) • CN6 Utilities:
9. 5V 27. UV Neutral
10. EXH signal 28. UV Phase F7
11. Ground (0V) 29. Light Neutral
• CN3 : 30. Light Phase F8
12. Phase 220V F1 31. Flow Alarm Free Contact
13. Neutral 220V F2 32. Flow Alarm Free Contact F11
14. P.E. (Ground) 33. Cabinet On Free Contact
• CN4 Fans: 34. Cabinet On Free Contact F12
15. LAF Fan Phase
16. LAF Fan Neutral
17. EXH Fan Phase
18. EXH Fan Neutral
NOTE:
a) For unloading software upgrade from PC.
b) For RS232/485 connection to PC, or to operate by remote control (by client or for service by a modem) OPTIONAL.
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22. GLOSSARY
DOP DIOCTILFTALATE Aerosol use to test efficiency and integrity of the

HEPA filters.
DOS DIOCTLISEBACATE Aerosol use to test efficiency and integrity of the

HEPA filters.
DPC Discrete particle counter
HEPA High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter
SET POINT Prefixed value starting from a scalar quantity.
U.S. NIOSH National Institute for Occupational, Safety and

Health (American Institution for Health and
National Safety).
U.V. ULTRA VIOLET RAYS Type UV-C radiation (short waves) with a wave
length of about 253,7 nm generated by mercury
vapour discharge lamp under negative pressure.
T.N.T. Non textile-textile.
CFU Colony forming unit

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23. CABINET ACCESSORIES
_________ FOR MODEL ________
DESCRIPTION CODE VBH CE VBH C2
48 72 36 48 72
(*) Supporting stand 05292301500 X
(*) Supporting stand 05292302500 X X
(*) Supporting stand 05292303500 X X
U15 Main and Exhaust Filters kit 05288002000 X X
U15 Main and Exhaust Filters kit 05299102000 X X
Drawers chest 55024157600 X X X X X
UV lamp kit 05300900500 X
Bunsen burner 25010000000 X X X X X
Bunsen burner with foot pedal 25050000000 X X X X X
(**) Air tap 05288000601 X X X X X
(**) Nitrogen tap 05288000602 X X X X X
(*) Accessories supplied as KITS to be assembled only by qualified personnel

(**) Accessories installed by the manufactory upon specific request of the client when placing an
order
The client must specify serial number and equipment type and description when placing an order for
an optional item to STERIL .
24. ATTACHMENTS
24.1 ATTACHED UNDER SEPARATE COVER TO THE PRESENT MANUAL
The documents listed below are attached under separate cover at the end of the testing session and
quality control of the cabinet, carried out at the STERIL manufactory plant.
• Equipment’s test report
• Declaration of Conformity
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25. INDICE ALLEGATI PER MODIFICA E/O ERRATA-CORRIGE

MODIFICATIONS & AMENDMENTS INDEX
INDEX DES MODIFICATIONS ET ACTIONS CORRECTIVES
VERZEICHNIS DER VERBESSERUNGEN & ÄNDERUNGEN
Numero Data Versione Pagina Note

Number Date Version Page Notes
Numéro Date Version Page Notes
Nummer Datum Überarbeitung Seit Note
I E F D
I = Italiano/Italian/Italien/Italienisch F= Francese/French/Français/Französisch
E= Inglese/English/Anglais/Englisch D= Tedesco/German/Allemand/Deutsch
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26. STORAGING AND DIGESTING
STORAGING
Store the machine if not use it more than one month,

follow these steps:
⌧ Turn off the machine

⌧ Disconnect the equipment from the electric and pneumatic supply
⌧ Perform a complete clearing of all surfaces
⌧ Remove and clean maintenance access panels
⌧ Put an oil layer on all parts that can be oxidated
⌧ Cover oll the machine with an impermeabile and perspiring cloth
⌧ Store the machine in a dry area with a temperature between 25 °C and 50 °C.
DIGESTING
: The VBH COMPACT has a 10 years of working life; at the end of this period digest the
apparatus as described in the following prescriptions.
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste

Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
This simbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product,

indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste
disposal.
For more detailed informations about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product,
please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or STERIL.

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ME-2880fg User Manual

GENERAL INDEX .................................................................................................................................................. 2

USE OF THE MANUAL ......................................................................................................................................... 4

INTRODUCTORY LETTER ................................................................................................................................. 4

1. GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES ............................................................................................................. 7

2. INSTALLATION, MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION .................................................................. 9

4. OPERATING PRINCIPLE .......................................................................................................................... 17

5. FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 19

8. OPERATIONS CARD................................................................................................................................... 35

9. GENERAL FEATURES................................................................................................................................ 37

10. SPARE PART REQUESTS ...................................................................................................................... 38

11. ORDINARY AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 38

12. SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS DURING MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 38

13. PERIODICAL CLEANING...................................................................................................................... 39

14. TABLE OF ORDINARY PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 40

15. TABLE OF PERIODIC CONTROLS ..................................................................................................... 41

16. PROBLEM SOLVING TABLE (DEFECTS RESEARCH) .................................................................. 42

17. MAINTENANCE (REPLACEMENT OF PARTS SUBJECT TO WEAR) ......................................... 43

21. ELECTRIC DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................................ 57

22. GLOSSARY................................................................................................................................................ 59

23. CABINET ACCESSORIES ...................................................................................................................... 60

24. ATTACHMENTS ...................................................................................................................................... 60

USE OF THE MANUAL

For easy reference the Manual is divided into paragraphs.

Guidelines & Standards of Reference

⇒ EN 12469: Performance criteria for microbiological safety cabinets.

AFTER SALES TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Upon receipt of the equipment check the following:

1. GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES

2. INSTALLATION, MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORTATION

⇒ Ideogram legend label T

THE “SITE ACCEPTANCE TEST” IS COMPULSORY, (see dedicated paragraph),

(Extract from regulation BS 5726: PART 2: 1992 - recommendations for installation)

(Extract from regulation BS 5726: PART 2: 1992 - recommendations for installation)

(Extract from regulation BS 5726: PART 2: 1992 - recommendations for installation)

⇒ Magnetothermic Differential Switch 1P+N - 16A - Id≤0.03A

BEWARE: During installation and movement all current safety regulations,

CONVEYING OF THE EXHAUST AIR

1. Exhaust air from the cabinet. 2

2. Air from the environment.

3. MAIN TECHNICAL DETAILS

MODEL VBH CE VBH C2

Electrical Classification Class I with feeding cord

Voltage (V) 230 single-phase

Absorption (A) 8 9.5 8.5 9 10

Max. air/nitrogen/ compressed CO2 pressure (bar) 4

Max. fuel gas for bunsen (mbar) pressure 20

Heat transmitted to the environment:

Weight and dimensions:

General Dimensions Please refer to drawing 7.1

Maximum front aperture height (mm) 470 530

Net weight (kg) 230 310 200 230 310

Gross weight of the supporting stand with packing (kg) 20 25 20 20 25

TRANSPORT AND STOCKING CONDITIONS

Environmental temperature (°C): min -15 / max. 50;

GUIDELINES & STANDARDS OF REFERENCE

For microbiological safety:

Electrical power system safety:

• MACHINERY DIRECTIVE 2006/42

• ELECTRO MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY 2004/108/CE

• LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE 2006/95/CE