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Captair 321-391-481-632-
392-483-633-714 Smart
Ductless filtering fume hoods

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Contents

General ....................................................................................................................................3

Safety notices .................................................................................................................3

Product registration ..............................................................................................4

First start-up ......................................................................................................................4

- Default settings

- Accessing the administrator interface

- Fan setpoints

- Anemometer settings

- Description of the control module

- The power of Smart technology

- Description of the alarms

Replacing the filters .................................................................................................11

Recommendations for storing

and using the filters..................................................................................................16

Cleaning and maintenance .............................................................................17

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General
By choosing Captair Smart ductless recirculating fume hoods, you have chosen an efficient and responsible way to
ensure safety.

Erlab’s 45 years of expertise in the field of laboratory fume hoods provide unparalleled filtration quality to ensure your
operatives are properly protected when handling chemicals in the laboratory. The new Captair Smart range uses an
innovative and straightforward mode of communication called Smart technology. This powerful interface uses light to
intuitively and effortlessly communicate with operatives and leave them free to focus all their attention on the main task:
handling the chemicals.

Your ductless Captair Smart recirculating fume hood guarantees that you are protected when working with chemicals that
pose an inhalation risk. The fume hood operates on the principle of filtered air recirculation. The Erlab filtration technology it
employs traps hazardous particles and molecules and recycles the air in the laboratory.

The system’s connectivity allows for real-time safety alerts and individual device usage reports to be sent via the e-Guard App.

Safety notices
The effectiveness of your device is directly dependent upon it being used correctly and monitored by its users. Your labora-
tory may also benefit from ergonomic, economic and ecological advantages
provided by the Captair Smart fume hood throughout its life cycle.

The E.S.P. program (Erlab Safety Program) was set up to guarantee your safety. We would remind you that it is important to have the
safety parameters validated before using the device for the first time and whenever it is used for a different application.

The handling of substances that are carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction (CMRs) underneath a fume hood is
covered by the French Labour Code. The code notably specifies that an in-depth risk analysis must be carried out prior to
any CMRs being handled under a recirculating fume hood.

The equipment provided is not intended to be used in an explosive atmosphere.

The filters delivered with this device must be removed from their packaging and positioned correctly; they must also be
suitable for the type of chemicals being handled in order to guarantee user safety.

Erlab recommends that filter saturation tests are regularly carried out.

Erlab recommends that the electronic anemometer is calibrated at least once a year.

The quantities of the chemicals handled in the enclosure should not be greater than those listed in the guide to approved
chemicals (the Chemical Listing).

AFNOR standard NF X 15-211: 2009 only applies to chemicals subject to an OEL.

Pursuant to the NF X 15-211 standard, only operations that can immediately be stopped are allowed to be carried out in a
Class 2 enclosure. Moreover, the fume hood’s filter must be replaced if any chemicals are detected downstream of the filter.

New filters must be stored in their packaging, kept in a dry location and laid flat. (see recommendations for storing and using
the filters).

Erlab recommends keeping a logbook which is specific to the device and shows the chemical agents handled, how often
they are used and the maintenance operations carried out on it.

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Product registration
Take full advantage of the device’s connectivity to enhance your safety

Extend your guarantee to up to 10 years

To benefit from the warranties offered by Erlab, you must register your product online.
(www.erlab.com)

Registering your product online automatically adds another year to your guarantee
(over and above the statutory guarantee).

Once the device has been connected to the Internet and configured to exchange usage data, the device’s guarantee can
be renewed annually up to a maximum of 10 years from the date it was commissioned.

The filters, detection sensors and other electronic components are not governed by these conditions.

The filter should either be changed within the time set out in the analysis of your application via the Valiquest service or,
where applicable, at the end of the filter service life.

It is the filter’s serial number which serves as the identifier that validates this condition, irrespective of device supplier (and/
or the replacement filter supplier in subsequent years).

The device’s replacement filter must be manufactured by Erlab, as must all other spare parts.

First start-up
Having carefully followed the steps described in the installation guide, your Captair Smart fume hood is now ready to use.

Turn on the device using the switch located at the back of the control panel.

Activate the device’s fan using the fan button

located on the control panel.

The green indicator light and LED light system should come on.

We recommend never turning off the main device switch after the machine
has been started for the first time.

We also recommend verifying the operating parameters before each

new use.

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Default device settings (to be checked and/or changed in the order set out below)

Function Settings Comments

Adjust the fan setpoint to suit the
Fan Setpoint: 2000 RPM filtration column type.
See fan setpoints
Set at 60 hours
Timer Disabled
pursuant to standard NFX 15 211
See filter service life
Date filter was installed N/A See recommendations for storing
and using the filters
Molecode option setting Set according to your Valipass label
Medium
(S/A/F) See ESP Program
Min. air face velocity of 0,4m/s.
Anemometer calibration To be checked See procedure to calibre the
anemometer

Access to the device parameters via the administrator interface

eGuard App - Onboard service

Use the RJ45 cable provided to connect the device to a PC.

The RJ45 socket is located at the back of the

fume hood control panel.

Check that the IP4 range used is compatible with your device.

Enter the IP adress into your web browser to access the em- Default IP address
bedded interface.
IP : 192.168.0.200
If the network settings are
changed, copy the new IP address here:

_____________________

RJ45

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Status page details

1 Choose navigation language

2 Choose active interface page

3 Device ID: Model, serial number, MAC address, device status

4 Device alarm statuses (see alarm triggering conditions)

5 Molecode Option Gauge: indicates the saturation level of the main carbon filter(s) and type of sensor

6 Fan Gauge: indicates the fan status, number of revolutions per minute in real time and the fan setpoint

7 Air Speed Gauge: indicates the air face velocity

8 Device use time since fan was last started

9 Device network settings display

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Log page details

1 Displays the device’s events log

2 Used for downloading the log in .csv format

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Access to the settings is protected by the following credentials:

User name: erlab

Password: smart

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Settings page details

1 Device time and date settings

2 Molecode S/A/F option sensitivity settings (automatic carbon filter saturation detector)

3 Device fan setpoint settings

4 Alarm volume settings

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Enable/disable Timer (device use time countdown to filter efficiency test). Set to 60 hours pursuant to the
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AFNOR NF X 15211 standard
Device network settings
Mode: Selected IP protocol
Hostname: Device name on network
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IP: IP address of the device
MASK: network mask
GW: Network gateway
Anemometer settings:
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See procedure for calibrating the anemometer
Filter change:
Counter showing the number of days the filter(s) can be used relative to its/their service life expiry date
8 -Enter the replacement date of the filter(s)
-Enable/Disable the filter end of service life date alarm
-Confirm
Molecode S/A/F option replacement:
(automatic carbon filter saturation detector)
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-Enter sensor replacement date
-Confirm

10 Confirm settings key

11 Cancel settings key

12 Reset settings key (default settings)

Active/Unactive the exchange of datas

Allow to send out datas from the device to the eGuard servor for:
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- remote monitoring via eGuard App (mobile &PC)
- usage reports reception

Fan setpoints per filtration column type

Unit / Type of filtration column 1P 1C 1C1P 1P1C 1P1C1P 1P2C 2C1P 2C
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1800 2000 2300 2350 2650 2700 2800 2400
392
RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM
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Procedure for calibrating the anemometer

Upon first start-up Annual checking procedure
1- Switch on the fume hood fan. Leave the fan running for 1- Switch on the fume hood fan. Leave the fan running for
approximately 10 minutes so that the anemometer can reach approximately 10 minutes so that the anemometer can reach
optimum operating temperature. optimum operating temperature.

2- Go into the administrator interface (see accessing the admi- 2- Go into the administrator interface
nistrator interface) (see accessing the administrator interface)

3- Check the air face velocity on the corresponding gauge; 3- Measure the air face velocity with an anemometer
if the needle is in the blue zone, the anemometer is correctly
calibrated.

If the needle is outside the blue zone on the gauge:

4- Bring up the settings page and enter the user name and
1- Go into the device’s administrator interface (see accessing
password to access the settings
the administrator interface)
(see accessing the administrator interface)
2- Bring up the settings page and enter the user name and
5- Enter the reading in the corresponding box
password to access the settings
6- Click on confirm or restart
(see accessing the administrator interface)
3- Enter a value of 0.45 m/s in the corresponding box
4- Click on confirm or restart

7 - Bring up the Status page in the administrator interface,

then confirm that the needle is in the gauge’s blue zone.
8 - Exit the administrator interface
9 - Repeat this process once a year.

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Description of the control module

5 1 - Switch on

2 - Stop alarms
4 3 - Types of alarm

2 4 - LED light signals

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5 - Array stay
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The power of Smart technology

A single, easy-to-use button provides centralised

control of ventilation, lighting and onboard intelligence.

The fixed light bar shows the optimal level of protection the opera-
tor is afforded.

The hood communicates its operational state in real time

through a series of sound and light pulses.

Alarms description

Alarm type Light signal Events Details

Timer

1 sound
Operating time elapsed The operating time specified
+ Pulses
timer in the timer settings has run out.
5s interval

Air speed

2 sound
+ Pulses Low air speed The air speed value is <0.4 m/s
5s interval

Filtration

Filter saturation The Molecode detection value is > the

3 sound (Molecode S/A/F option) sensitivity setting for a period of 40s.
+ Pulses
5s interval The filter(s) has/have reached the end of
Replace filter
their service life/lives.
Fan
The rotation speed (RPM) is +/- 10% of the fan
4 sound Fan fault
setpoint.
+ Pulses
5s interval Fan Unserviceable The rotation speed (RPM) is < 700 RPM

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Replacing the filters

Your device is equipped with FLEX™ filter technology that was configured to the user’s protection needs when the device
was purchased. The design of the column is thus directly dependent on the applications carried out in the enclosure.
These applications may change over time. Your FLEX™ filter technology can therefore be reconfigured if your fume hood is
used for applications other than those anticipated when the device is first set up.

The table below summarises all possible Flex™ filter technology configurations for your device

Captair 321 - 391 - 481 Smart models

Molecular filter HEPA filter H14 Pre-filter
Models

1C x1 x1
2C x2 x1
1P x1 x1
2P x2 x1
1P 1C x1 x1 x1
1P 2C x2 x1 x1
1C 1P x1 x1 x1
2C 1P x2 x1 x1
1P 1C 1P x1 x2 x1

Standard O ptions

Each molecular filter

is labelled as follows.
UP
Please observe these
markings.

The table below summarises the different types of carbon filters that Erlab® offers along with their fields of application.

Type AS For organic vapours

Type BE + Multi-application for acid and organic vapours
Type K For ammonia vapours
Type F For formaldehyde vapours
HEPA H14 For powders
ULPA U17 For powders

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HEPA H14 / ULPA U17 filters

Pre-requisites
• The operative responsible for replacing the filter is kept up-to-date with the exhaustive list of products handled in
the fume hood by the user so that the correct EPI can be used
• The laboratory is empty when the operation is carried out
• The laboratory is ventilated by mechanical or natural means while the operation is carried out
Minimum protective equipment
• One-piece overall + overshoes + bouffant cap
• Laboratory gloves (latex or nitrile)
• Protective glasses
• Breathing mask with particle filter (P3)

This procedure is applicable to HEPA/ULPA filters located at the bottom of the filtration columns and designed to
trap powders handled inside the device enclosure.

Strict chronological order to follow:

1- Switch on the device fan

2- Carefully paint the bottom surface of the HEPA/ULPA filter
(paint with NON FLAMMABLE propellent), to be done inside the enclosure
3- Allow at least 5 minutes with the fan running for the paint to dry
4- Shut down and unplug the device and disconnect the fan module power supply cable
and the sampling tubes from the sampling area (if installed)
5- Carefully remove the molecular filter(s) (if present) and the fan module
6- Carefully unwrap the new HEPA/ULPA filter
Keep the plastic film and cardboard box so that you can use it later to pack up the used filter
Lay out the film on a flat surface in the immediate vicinity of the operation so that it is at the ready
7- Carefully remove the used HEPA/ULPA filter and immediately place it contaminated-side down onto the plastic film
8- Clean the filter housing and the enclosure (using water + surfactant)
9- Package up the used filter + contaminated equipment
Seal the plastic film tightly
10- Place the sealed package in the box the new carbon filter came in, then seal it using adhesive tape

Have the filter disposed of via a suitable disposal process in accordance with the applicable regulations.
To find out more, please contact your usual advisor.

11- Fit the new HEPA/ULPA filter, main molecular filter (if present) and the fan module, followed by the backup molecular
filter (if present). Make sure that all the column components
12- Reconnect the device’s various cables and hoses, switc h the device back on and check the air speed using the
anemometer calibration procedure via the administrator interface

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Operating procedure

For these operations, we strongly recommended that the user or maintenance technician wear the necessary safety
equipment, including: safety glasses, lab coat and gloves

Switch off the fume hood Remove the two protective shields on either side of the hood

Disconnect the power supply to the fan hood

followed by the fan module hose (if the device is fitted with a type A or F Molecode)

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Remove all items comprising your fume hood’s filtration column.

After carefully removing the filters from their packaging, assemble the column as per the configurations set out below.

Apply the correct fan setpoint for the filtration column type (see fan setpoints)

1C 2C

1P 2P

1P1C 1P2C

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1C1P 2C1P

1P1C1P

When reassembling the filtration column, be

sure that the fan module is
positioned correctly.

Reconnect the power supply to the fan hood

and the hose to the sampling chamber.
(If the device is fitted with a type A or F Molecode)

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Recommendations for storing and using the filters

New filter shelf life and storage conditions:
New activated carbon molecular filters must be stored flat in their original packaging at a temperature of between +10°C and
+50°C and a humidity level < 85% RH.

If these conditions are adhered to, the maximum time a filter can be stored before use depends on the type of carbon used:

AS type carbon molecular filter 2 years from the date of delivery

BE+ type carbon molecular filter 2 years from the date of delivery
BE type carbon molecular filter 1 year from the date of delivery
F type carbon molecular filter 1 year from the date of delivery
K type carbon molecular filter 1 year from the date of delivery

If the maximum shelflife is reached, we recommend to not install filters.

- HEPA H14 and/or ULPA U17 filters must be stored upright and kept dry; there is no limit to the time they can be stored.

Predicted service life of a filter once put into use:

The service life of a molecular filter depends on the operations carried out in the recirculating fume hood as well as the condi-
tions of the environment in which it is used.

We recommend replacing the filter annually (if used 24/7).

Recirculating fume hoods, also known as ETRAFs or recirculating fume cupboards:

ERLAB offers 3-point validation of your handling operations based on a scientific analysis carried out by its laboratory specia-
lists via the global Erlab Safety Program (E.S.P) which includes the Valiquest questionnaire:
• Feasibility of handling operations under a recirculating fume hood
• Type(s) of filter(s) to use and filtration column configuration
• Predicted service life of the activated carbon molecular filters

How does the E.S.P service work?

• The customer completes the Valiquest questionnaire and sends it by email to Erlab
• The Erlab laboratory specialists analyse the questionnaire and issue a Valipass certificate

The orange A5 format certificate is affixed to the new devices at the factory and is sent to our customers by email when a
device is revalidated.
The certificate contains the following: the list of products handled from Valiquest, the traceability information used to track
how the device is used and the molecular filter saturation detection methods.

The activated carbon molecular filter(s) must be replaced when the period in months specified on the Valipass certifi-
cate expires

To ensure their safety, we invite users who have not had their application validated via the
VALIQUEST questionnaire or whose device is not covered by a VALIPASS usage certificate, to contact ERLAB or their usual
distributor
to arrange a new usage validation for the device in question.

Failing that and/or in the absence of information regarding device usage:

ERLAB is unable to provide any guidance as to the predicted service life of the filter(s).

In such cases, we strongly recommend:

• That the molecular filters are replaced at least every 12 months and that a regular filter saturation checking protocol is put
in place (please contact us for individual advice on this subject)
• That the HEPA or ULPA particulate filters are replaced at least every 36 months

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Cleaning and maintenance

Mechanical item checks

Hinges :
Hinges must be properly attached and must allow any items on the front side of the hood to be instantly and easily lifted upward.

Acrylic Parts:
These parts must be clean; white streaks or spatters indicate rather heavy use of acid (hydrochloric acid) or products handled at a
high temperature. Ensuring the transparency of the walls is a part of regular maintenance for the enclosure.

Cleaning the enclosure

The enclosure must be cleaned on a regular basis.

This may be accomplished in several ways:

-With soapy water followed by rinsing with clear water and drying with a soft, non-abrasive absorbent paper towel.
-Or with a commercial pH neutral neutralising product followed by drying with a soft, non-abrasive, absorbent paper towel.

Coated Metal Parts:

- These must be inspected and free from any traces of corrosion.

- Check that there is no stagnant water in the spill tray.
- Clean the spill tray if necessary.

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Erlab R&D laboratory

Erlab
Our mission: guarantee your protection in the lab

Erlab invented the first filtration fume hood in 1968. 45 years of expertise in chemicals filtration enable us to guarantee your
protection throughout the following aspects:

1 R&D laboratory
A worldwide unique lab as a warrant to Erlab expertise in filtration. Erlab innovates constantly to design highest level of
chemical protection technologies.

V03_2016_03_17 - Technical data are not contractual. Erlab® DFS SAS reserves the right to modify the present document without prior notice.
2 Safety standards
Our products performances are certified by compliance with the AFNOR NF X 15 211 standard.

3 Independent tests
Our filtration technology has been tested multiple times by an independent laboratory according to AFNOR NF X 15
211 requirements. Results prove filters efficiency to maintain concentration in recirculated air at lower than 1% of tested
chemicals TLV.

4 Chemical listing
Our unique know-how enable us to communicate on our filters retention capacities over 700 chemicals, following AFNOR
NF X 15 211 requirements.

5 Erlab Safety Program

Our safety program is the warrant of your protection at all stages: any project begins with an application analysis to allow
our lab to recommend the suitable solution. All installed equipements are then followed-up to guarantee the highest level
of protection over time.

6 Our questionnaire
Allows our lab specialists to recommend adapted filtration fume hood, filter type and predictive life-time, such as
personnalised assessment.

7 We make your fume hood uses a commitment

Our laboratory provides a usage certificate for each fume hood, in compliance with AFNOR NF X 15 211 requirements.

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