Labconco PuriCare Vertical Flow Stations 3830020 - Manual (Page 27)

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Chapter 5: Using Your PuriCare
Working In Your PuriCare
Planning
• Thoroughly understand procedures and
equipment required before beginning work.
• Arrange for minimal disruptions, such as room
traffic or entry into the room while the station is
in use.
Start-up
• Turn on fluorescent light and station blower.
• Check the return air grilles for obstructions, and
note the pressure gauge reading.
• Allow the station to operate unobstructed for 5
minutes.
• Wash hands and arms thoroughly with
germicidal soap.
• Wear a long sleeved lab coat with knit cuffs and
over-the- cuff rubber gloves. Use protective
eyewear. Wear a protective mask if appropriate.
Wipe-Down
• Pivot the sash to its full open position.
• Wipe down the interior surfaces of the station
with 70% ethanol, or a suitable disinfectant, and
allow to dry.
• Slowly close the sash.
Figure 5-2