Labconco Protecto PVC Laboratory Fume Hoods 14181 Series - Manuel (Page 26)

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Your Protector PVC Perchloric Acid Fume Hood has been engineered to
efficiently ventilate and remove Perchloric acid fumes. The Protector PVC Acid
Digestion Fume Hood has been engineered to efficiently ventilate and remove acid
fumes of all kinds (excluding Perchloric acid) including hydrofluoric acid (HF).
The Protector PVC Acid Digestion Hood must not be used with Perchloric acid as
it can react with the Lexan sash. The Protector PVC Fume Hoods are designed to
provide a flow of air sufficient to extract the acid fumes from within the work area
and keep them away from the operator to avoid ingestion, inhalation, or skin
contact.
The hood interior is constructed of seamless PVC with coved interior corners. The
hood also features an integral washdown system, which helps prevent the
accumulation of perchlorates or acids. The smooth interior finish compliments the
washdown system as there are no screws or hollow fasteners present that could
harbor undesirable residue.
The Protector PVC Fume Hood has been engineered to allow you, the customer,
the maximum work area and personnel safety. The by-pass air configuration on
the Protector PVC Fume Hoods is totally dependent on air being supplied to the
hood from its surrounding environment for proper operation.
As stated previously, the Protector PVC Perchloric Acid Hood is designed to
handle Perchloric acid operations of all types, while the PVC Acid Digestion Hood
is designed to handle acids of all kinds (excluding Perchloric acid) including
hydrofluoric acid (HF). Usage of materials other than the specific acids mentioned
above is not recommended. Perchloric acid is a strong oxidizing agent, and should
not be used in combination with any organic material as the possibility of a
hazardous chemical reaction or explosion could develop.