UNCONTROLLED COPY INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND "TECHNOLOGY .- Contamination Gontrel-Division- -- ---- Recommended Practice 002.2 IEST-RP-CC002.2 Unidirectional Flow Clean-Air Devices Instrrure OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND ‘TECHNOLOGY. 940 East Northwest Highway Mount Prospect, Ilinols 60056 Phone (647) 255-1561 Fax (G47) 255-1699 Email: estiestorg, . Web site: wwwdestiorg‘This Recommended Practice is published by the INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY to advance contamination control and the technical and engineering sciences. Its use is entirely voluntary, and determination ofits applicability and suitability for any particular use is solely the’ Fesponsibility of the user. ‘This Recommended Practice was prepared by and is under the jurisdiction of Working Group 002 of the IEST Contamination Control Division. Copyright© 1999 by the Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology First printing, January 1999 ISBN 1-877862-00-2 Inovirure or Ewvmonnerat, Sc1ENces ano TecaivoLocy 1940 East Northwest Highway ‘Mount Prospect, Ilinols 60056 ‘Phone: (847) 255-1561 + Fax: (B47) 255-1699 -mail:iestGiestorg + Web site: wwrestong TEST-RP-GC002.2 Inerrrure or Bmmnowwerra, Somos Aro Teewouosy ‘Copyrighted® mateiatUnidirectional Flow Clean-Air Devices TEST-RP-CC002.2 a) CONTENTS SECTION : HEPA AND ULPA FILTER REPLACEMENT ... TABLE 1 Recommended Tests by Device Type... FIGURE Vertical Unidirectional Airflow Style Unit... Vertical Unidirectional Airflow Style Unit with Recirculation .. Vertical Unidirectional Airflow Style Unit with Exhaust. Horizontal Unidirectional Airflow Style Unit Fan-Filter unit Clean-Air Module—Vertical Flow Clean-Air Module—Horizontal Flow Terminal Unit with Replaceable Filter PROPOSAL FOR IMPROVEMENT ws BPanone 4 Copyrighedo materi TEST-RP-CCOO2.2 inerrrere oF Evonnrat Sorc un TwcwvoLooyBt y Instrrure oF EnvinONMENTAL SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY Contamination Control Division Recommended Practice 002.2 Unidirectional Flow Clean-Air Devices _TEST-RP-CC002.2 1 SCOPE AND LIMITATIONS 11 Scope ‘This Recommended Practice (RP) covers defini- “tions, procedtires for evaluating performance, and major requirements of unidirectional flow clean- air devices. It may be used to define a basis of agreement between customer and supplier in the specification, procurement, and certification test- ing of unidirectional flow clean-air devices with self-contained motor-blower(s) and nonpowered. terminal units with replaceable filter. It also pre- sents recommendations for recertification under direction of the customer on devices owned by the customer. 1.2 Exceptions ‘This RP does not cover cleanrooms or specialized - minienvironments. It does not cover biological safety or containment cabinets in their entirety, only certain cleanliness characteristics of them. It does not specify acceptance limits, but does pro- vide standard terminology for specifying appro- priate limits. This RP recommends ranges of accep- tance limits where applicable. Where applicable, codes and standards may be applied to the construction and performance of clean-airdevices. Thesecodesandstandardsshould be made a part of the agreement between the cus- tomer and the supplier. 2 REFERENCES ‘The issue of the following documents that are cur rently in effect on the date of invitation forbids or solicitation for offers form a patt of this RP to the extent specified herein. ACGIH: Industrial Ventilation AMCA Bulletin 211: Certified Ratings Program, Air Performance AMCA Publication 99: Standards Handbook ASHRAE Standard 52.1: Gravimetric and Dust-Spot Procedures for Testing Air-Cleaning Devices Used in General Ventilation for Removing Particulate Matter : ASTM E-595: Standard Test Method for Total Mass Loss and Collected Volatile Condensable Materials {from Oulgassing in a Vacuum Environment ASTM E84-90e: Test Method for Surface Burning Char- aclerstis of Building Materials Federal Standard 209E: Airborne Particulate Cleanti- ness Classes in Cleanrooms and Clean Zones TEST-RP-CCOO1: HEPA and ULPA Filters IEST-RP-CC0O6: Testing Cleanrooms IEST-RP-CCOO7: Testing ULPA Filters, TEST-RP-CC 034: HEPA anil ULPA Filter Leak Tests IESNA: Lighting Handbook NEPA: National Electrical Code TEST-RP-CC002.2_Inerrnmv or Envmomuorra: Semces wn TeewoLocy Copyrighted material 5saci * ‘NEPA: National Fire Codes NSE 49: Class Il (Laminar Flow) Biohazard Cabinetry UBC: Uniform Building Code UL-900: UL Standard for Safety Air Filter Units 2.1 Sources of Documents Referenced documents may be obtained from the following sources: ACGIH Industrial Ventilation Committee on Industrial Ventilation ‘American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists P.O. Box 16153 Lansing, Michigan 48901, USA AMCA™ ae Air Movement and Control Association 30 West University Drive Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004, USA ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc. ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials 100 Barr Harbor Drive West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428-2959, USA FEDERAL STANDARD Federal Supply Services Bureau Specifications Section, Suite 8100 470 Fast L'Enfant Plaza, SW ‘Washington, DC 20407, USA TEST Institute of Environmental Sciences and ‘Technology 940 East Northwest Highway Mount Prospect, Illinois 60056, USA ESNA Illuminating Engineering Society of North America 120 Wall Street, 17th Floor New York, New York, 10005, USA NEPA National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park PO Box 9101 Quincy, Massachusetts 02269, USA NSF National Sanitation Foundation a 3465 Plymouth Road P.O. Box 1468 ‘Ann Atbor, Michigan 48106, USA ‘UBC Uniform Building Code International Conference of Building Officials 5360 South Workman Mill Road Whittier, California 90601, USA UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook, Illinois 60062, USA 3 TERMS AND DEFINITIONS ‘The following terms have special meaning in the context of this document: aerosol A gaseous suspension of fine solid or liquid par- calibrated equipment f ‘Test equipment that has been calibrated in accor- e@ dance with the manufacturer's recommendations fe or accepted industry practices. clean-air device, unidirectional flow A clean workstation or other device (other than a cleanroom or clean zone) that incorporates one or more HEPA or ULPA filters and one or more mo- tor-blowers for the purpos¢ of supplying unidirec- 1 tional flow clean air to a controlled workspace. clean zone A defined space in which the concentration of airborne particles is controlled to specified limits. disctete-particle counter t -An instrument, such as an optical particle counter H ‘orcondensationnucleus counter, capable ofresolv- ing responses from individual particles, HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) i filter ‘Anextended-media, dry-type filterina rigid frame having minimum particle-collection efficiency of t 99.97% (thats, a maximum particle penetration of (0.03%) for 0.3-jim particles of specified aerosol. @ 6 Copyrighted materia IEST-RP-CCO02.2 Inerrwvee or Benoni, Seuncaa svn FocmnoLOur eee,ULPA (ultralow-penetration air) filter. A throwaway, extended-media, dry-type filter ina rigid frame having a minimum particle-collection efficiency of 99.99% (that is,a maximum particle penetration of 0.001%) for particlesin thesize range of 0.1 to0.2um when tested in accordance with the methods of IEST-RP-CCO07. unidirectional airflow Air that flows in a single pass in a single direction through an air device or clean zone with generally parallel streamlines. Formerly referred to as lami- nar airflow. work zone ‘The volume within the.clean-air device that is des- ignated for clean work and for which testing is ___ Feguired. The work zone volume is defined by an ‘entrance plane ahd an exit plane (normal to the airflow where there is unidirectional airflow). 4 BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE ‘This recommended practice (RP) provides a set of recommended test procedures for determining clean-air-device performance. The principle pur pose ofclean-air-device performancetestingis char~ acterization of airborne particulate cleanliness in’ accordance with FED-STD-209. Additional tests, such as those related to airflow characteristics, sources of particles, device pressurization and in- tegrity, and environmental issues, providea more complete characterization. Note: The airborne particulate cleanliness test is a Secondary test in Table 1. The primary tests measure characteristics of the clean-air device that are largely independent of the device envi- ronment. The primary tests characterize how the clean-air device is operating. The environ- ment surrounding the clean-air device affects the level of cleatiliness that can be achieved. Because the environment is beyond the control of the device manufacturer, the airborne par- ticle count is not a primary test for the characterization of the clean-air device, When purchasing a clean-air device, the appropri- atesections of thisdocumentshouldbecome partof the purchase order to define the expected perfor- mance of the unit as received. 4. Applications Unidirectional flow clean-air devices are designed. to provide a localized clean environment for pro- tectinga productor manufacturing operation. Gen- erally, these devices are used within another con- trolled environment of lesser cleanliness. In addi- tion, these devices may be placed over sections of, manufacturing equipment at locations where the product may otherwise be exposed to an uncon- trolled environment. As with any device, all unidirectional flow clean- airdevices shouldbe used properly andbe certified after installation and at routine intervals to verify that the design requirements arebeing maintained. ‘As when any unidirectional airflow is considered, care should be exercised to avoid having obstruc- tions between the clear-air source and the product. Inselecting the airflow patter, horizontal or verti- cal, the user-sfiduld take into cénsideration the equipment and process to be used in the device with relationship to airflow. Many of these units can be modified to accommo- date accessoried such as sinks, utilities, special pro- cess equipment, etc. In order to have an under- standing of what is expected from the supplier, a drawing should be included with the request for quotation and with the purchase order. Itshouldbe noted that the placement of items within or on the ‘work surface can alter the airflow pattems within the device and reduce its effectiveness unless the appropriate steps are taken during the original design and fabrication. : 4.2 Operational concerns Allexhausting clean benches should be equipped with a flow sensor to mohitor both the supply and exhaust air. These benches are only effective as long as the air balance is correct: Ifthe air balance drifts outside of the specifications, either the prod uct may become contaminated or the operatormay be éxposed to potentially harmful materials. Air balance is of interest generally for biological safety and containment cabinets. Procedures for air bal ance can be found in cabinet manufacturer's in- structions or in NFS 49 and are not included in this RP. Whenever a clean-air module or fan-filter unit is used to providea localized clean area, containment ofthe airflow is necessary tomaintain the unidirec- tional flow from the filter to the critical work area. Ifnot, the clean-air zone may be limited to the size of an inverted pyramid extending from the device toa point whose distance from the filter face is IEST-RP-CCO02.2tnerevuru or Eovmownen Sctencen an THeAWOLOGY CCopyrighied@ mates 7approximately equal to the width (shorter dimen* sion) of the device for typical velocities used in these devices. The rest of the area under the device willbe contaminated by theair around the module or fan-filter unit. ‘Additional information concerning installationand maintenance is provided in Appendices A, B, and c 5 TYPES OF DEVICES Following are the most common types of unidirec- tional flow clean-air devices. ‘These descriptions and figures are generic in na- ture. They do not represent all possible variations. Specific detail drawings and specifications should ‘be included in the customer-supplier agreement: 5.1. Vertical flow A verticalflow device has a solid or perforated work surface, enclosed on the back and sides of a clean zone, with a motor-blower and HEPA or ULPA filters above the clean zone. The air flows down over the clean zone and out into the sur- rounding area. The size ofthefront openingmaybe controlled with a transparent screen. This device ‘can be used to provide a clean environment for ‘many operations that do not generate anything hazardous orharmful to the operator (see figure 1). 5.2. Vertical flow with recirculation Avvertical-flow device with recirculation is similar to the vertical type except the supplied clean air retumsto the fanin the device through aperforated horizontal work surface or return-air openings at the front and rear of the work surface. The motor- blower is typically located below the work surface (see figure 2). 5.3 Vertical flow with exhaust Avettical-flow device with exhaust see figure) is similar to a recirculating vertical type except: a) An indraft of air is drawn through an air-inlet grille on the suction side ofthe fan and through the front clean-zone opening directed immedi- ately downward through a perforated work surface. The amount of indraft is dependent on the volume of ir exhausted compared with the volume of air supplied by the device's motor- blower. The volume of air exhausted should be greater than the volume of air supplied by the device's motor-blower. \ By Ail the air drawn down through the returns in the work surface is exhausted outside the work area and usually outside the building after be- ing properly treated, when necessary, to re- move any harmful materials. ©) The motor-blower is typically mounted above the clean zone inside the device. 5.4 Horizontal flow A horizontal-flow device (see figure 4) has a solid or perforated work surface, enclosed on the back and sides of a clean zone, with HEPA or ULPA filters behind the clean zone. The motor-blower is typically mounted below and behind the work surface. The air flows horizontally through the clean zone and out into the surrounding area. 5.5 Fan-filtet unit” ’ Fan-filter units (see figure 5) are devices that incor- porate a single HEPA or ULPA filter which has a plenumattached toit witha motor-blowertodraw in air and force it through the filter. The unit is typically designed for vertical-flow, lay-in installa- tion into a suspended ceiling grid. For anit thatis considered to be completely disposable, the filter frame becomes part ofthe plenum enclosure itself: Inavariation of this type, the filter can beremoved from the plenum for replacement and servicing from the clean-zone side. 5.6 Clean-air module ‘The clean-air module is a unidirectional flow unit that includes a motor-blower(s), air plenum, and HEPA or ULPA filter(s). This type of unit can be designed for either horizéntal or vertical flow ap- plication with almost any piece of equipment to providea sourceofcleanair. The vertical-low type ‘unit is typically supported from above whereas a horizontal unit is typically set on the floor (see figures 6a and 6b). 5.7 Terminal unit with replaceable filter ‘This unit is a clean-air device that consists of a plenum constructed such that one or more HEPA or ULPA filters is mounted in the unit and can be easily removed and replaced in the field (see figure 7). The housing has only a flange or collar for connecting the supply or exhaust air duct. The motor-blower for the unit is remote and not a part of the clean-air device. 8 Copyrighted material TEST-RP-CCOO2.2 Inerrrvm or Ennowerras Besoens avn Twaimowoey S|Prefiter Motor-blower Airtow Alrtotake gio . Aitlow contol HEPA or ULPA iter ‘ . Ie) Figure 1—Vertical unidirectional airflow style unit HEPA or ULPA fiter ‘Fluorescent ight fixture a — Figure 2—Vertical unidirectional airflow style unit with recirculation TEST-RP-CC002.2 _terrrwn: or Bermowunern Betences Ann TreoLoey (Copyrighted materialFluorescent light fixture Motorlight switch AS work surface Woh |_—Base cabinet Loveters Figure 3—Vertical unidirectional airflow style unit with exhaust $e w+ Fitorescent ight faturo ° HEPA or ULPA iter Motoright switch ‘Sida panel Protective gille Alrintake grite Levelers Figure {Horizontal unidirectional airflow style unit 10 ‘Copyrighted mates 2STPRP-CCO02.2 Wererurn or Eamomnorras incra ann TrenovoeyHanging - brackets Figure 5—Fan-filter unit Castors (optional) Figure 6a—Clean-air module—vertical flow IESTRP-CCO02.2._Inerrrurs or Bennonuura Beamees aun Tramouocy Copyrighted materiatjk : 7 a 7 Pesto ote ‘Artow HEPA or ULPA fiter = 7 Aiow Figure 66>—Clean-air module—horizontal flow Alrlow damper Static prossue y pt (opional) 7—Terminal unit with replaceable filter 12 Copyrighted® materia IESTRP-CCOO2.2 theremin oF Rovinownexrat, Bermnere an PveunOLOee6 RECOMMENDED TEST PROCEDURES Prior to use, all clean-air devices should be certi- fied. The choices of required test procedures for certification at the time of delivery are the result of anagreementbetweencustomerand supplier.Sug- gested testsand test frequencies areshownin Table asa guide. Primary level testing is performed to demonstrate compliance with certification. Second- ary level testing is performed to demonstrate com- pliance with optional test criteria. ‘The operating instructions provided by the test ‘equipment manufacturer should be followed un- less alternative procedures are recommended in this section. All test instruments should be cali- brated per maniufactuirer's instructions. The accu- racy ofall measurements is 10% of reading unless thierwise specified. - : Note: Acceptance criteria are provided for guid- ance in this document. In situations where manufacturer criteria are less stringent, the cri- teria provided in this document should prevail. Caution: Testing in accordance with this recom- mended practice may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This RP does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the re- sponsibility of the user to consult and establish ‘Appropriate safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory linsi- tations prior to use of this RP. Caution: The test procedures described in this RP involve introducing an aerosol into a HEPA or ULPAfilter,into aclean-airdeviceorcleanroom, orinto the environment of a clean-nir device or cleanroom. HEPA and ULPA filters, clean-air devices, and cleanrooms are used to provide clean environments. Introduction of the aero- sols may contaminate the filter, the clean-air device or cleanroom, equipment inor around the clean-air device or cleanroom, product in or ‘around the clean-air device or cleanroom, or the surrounding area. The subject of which, if any, aerosols are acceptable should be part of the agreements between customer and supplier. Aerosols to be used when testing clean-air de~ vices should be specified in agreements with contractors testing the clean-air device. Ex- amples include but are not limited to: * DOP,dioctyl phthalate, also known as DEHP (di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate). * DOS, diocty! sebacate, also known as DEHS (di-2-ethythexyl sebacate). © Mineral oil. © Oleic acid. © PAO, poly(alpha) olefin. Note that US.A. patents 5,059,349, 5,059,352, and5,076,965 de- scribe the use of PAO for testing filters in certain circumstances, Each user must deter- mine if those patents affect their use of PAO. + PSL, polystyrene latex spheres. : 6:1 Airflow velocity 6.1.1 Purpose This procedure covers testing to determine the average air velocity and uniformity of air velocity ina clean-air device. This test establishes velocity levels ina system with HEPA or ULPA filter(s)and Prefilter(s), as opposed to the test in section 68, which establishes its capacity for maintaining de- sign flow velocity over the life of the filters. 6.1.2. Apparatus ‘The customer should specify the apparatus. a) Acceptable instruments are hot-wire anemom- eter or electronic micromanometer with single ‘or multipoint probe accurate to within 5% full scale. Note: Instruments that average reailings overmore points or a greater area typically yield data with less variability than instruments that measure the velocity in a single point. b) Suitable support stand. 6.1.3 Procedure Step 1. Divide the work-zone entrance plane in grids, starting at a point 15 em (6 in.) in from the inner edge of the filter frame and at 30-cm (12-in.) intervals across the entire plane. ‘Step 2. Measure the air velocity in a plane parallel to and 30 cm (12 in. (or as specified) downstream of the HEPA or ULPA filter(s) or the protective grille over the filter(s) at the intersection points of the grid established in step 1. Step 3. Takemeasurements for aminimum of5 sec, using the average during that period as the mea~ surement. Support the anemometer on'@ suitable stand to eliminate errors caused by the body and arm when handheld. Orient the probe with respect to the airflow to be measured per the instrument ‘manufacturer's instructions. TEST-RP-CCO02.2 fnerrrons or Renown Beancrs Aan Tucmovocy CCopyrighted® material 13‘Table 1—Recommended tests by device type ‘Clean-Air Devices Performance Testing Device type : Test Section a Test Te ses | ee 61 | Airflow velocity [ABc]aBclanc|asc| ac [ancl ac ' ABC ; pe Filter pressure drop | ABC | A.B,C | ABC ‘Aerosol injection 4 63. | challenge AIA uniformity : 64 | HEPA/ULPA ABC ABC + | 65 hee ing 66 | AR 6.7 | Exhaust flow c : : y : : ‘Motor blower 68 : A A A i E capacity A A A [69 [Temperature rise A B | 610. [Lighting tovet ABC|ABC]ABC]ABC| A [ABC 6.1 | Noise level aBclaBc|asc[anc| A | ABC 6.12. | Vibration lever Atala . avtal[a 613 [Structural suabitity | AB | AB | AB AB AB 6.14 | Other tests p|poj]{of{o]p |p |p Device type 7 1, Vertical flow i 2. Vertical flow with recirculation 3. Vertical flow with exhaust 4. Horizontal flow 5. Pan/Pilter unit 6. Clean-air module : 17. Terminal unit with replaceable filters . ‘When tests are performed ‘A. Tested or analyzed as a design specification. = BB. Tested as quality control test prior to shipment. ! C. Tested after field installation, relocation, or major maintenance, or tested on a regular periodic i ' ‘sis in place, or both (period to be determined by the user). . As specified (These tess are run depending on application). : 14 Copytghted® mater TESTERP-CC002.2 tnerrive oF Beunomorra Seance sn) Twamo1ocyRecord all measurements together with the corre sponding grid locations. Step 4. When the clean-air device includes a ple- ‘num pressure gauge, record the pressure reading Pascal (inches w.g.). Refer to section 6.2. Note: Correction of airflow velocity results should bemadeto account forthe influence ofbaromet- ric pressure (altitude), if appropriate, in accordance with recommendations from the in- strument manufacturer. 6.1.4Calculation Calculate the following: ~ © Averageofthevelocitiesmeasured ateach ofthe grid intersection points. ‘© Standard deviation of the velocities. © Relative standard deviation (standard devia- tion/average). average velocity is not within the manufacturer's specifications, adjust theairflow permanufacturer’s instructions and retest. 6.1.5 Reporting Report the velocity measurements together with the corresponding grid locations and the calcu- lated values for the as-found condition and for the as-left condition. 6.1.6 Acceptance ‘The customer should specify average measured clean-air velocity, typically 0.45 40.05 m/sec (90 #10 ft/min). ‘The maximum relative standard deviation is typi- cally 15% when using an averaging pitot array. 6.2 Filter pressure drop 6.2.1 Purpose ‘The purpose of this test is to aid in determining when to change the HEPA or ULPA filter. When a pressure gauge or differential pressure ports are , provided, this procedure may be used to indicate ‘whether proper flow is being maintained. 6.2.2 Apparatus : An inclined manometer, an electronic microma- nometer,ormechanical differential pressure gauge accurate to within 45% that is calibrated in accor- dance with manufacturers’ instructions. 6.2.3 Procedure ‘Theairflow velocity test (see section 6.1)isaprereq- uisite to this test. Connect the high-pressure port of the apparatus to the upstream side of the HEPA or ULPA filterusing appropriateflexible tubing, Place tubing connected to the low-pressure side of the gauge in the clean space directly below the HEPA. or ULPA filter. Establish the average flow velocity as described in section 6.1. Observe and record the measured differential pressure drop. If the pres~ sure drop exceeds the maximum specified by the ‘manufacturer, replace the HEPA or ULPA filter as described in Appendix C. If the filter is replaced, then the airflow velocity test should be repeated. 6.2.4 Reporting . Report the flow rate and the recorded pressure drop for the as-found condition and for the as-left condition. 6.2B Acceptance ~~ ‘The HEPA or ULPA filter pressure drop should be less than the maximum specified by the manufac- turer. Typically, its not more than 50% greater than the initial clean-filter pressure drop. 6.3 Aerosol injection and challenge’ tniformity ‘ ‘Theclean-airdevicedesignandconstructionshould provide a method for introducing the challenge aerosol in a manner that gives a uniform challenge to the filter, to the seal between the filter and the clean-air device, and to the supporting structure. ‘The uniformity of the challenge upstream of the HEPA or ULPA fillershould be verified. Themanu- facturer should also provide a method to obtain a single point, representative sample of the aerosol ‘upstream of the filtez. Hereafter, the aerosol mea ‘surement at that single representative sampleloca~ tion is called the representative upstream aerosol measurement or upstream sample port. The exter- nal connection to the upstream sample port should ‘be located so that it will be accessible in the final installation of the device. Ifthe clean-airdevicemanufacturerprovidesdocu- ‘mentation of the uniformity of the aerosol chal- lenge per the test methods in JEST-RP-CC034, then: a) The user need not repeat those tests as long as the device remains unaltered and the aerosol is. injected per theclean-air device manufacturer's instruction, b) The manufacturer does not need to provide multiple access ports tosample upstream of the filter per the sampling grid described in IEST- RP-CC034. TEST-RP-CCO02.2_Inerrums or Bamomncra, Senncra any Trcwnooay CopyrighisdOmatetal = 15‘The clean-air device manufacturer can qualify a line of geometrically similar devices by testing the smallest and largest devices in the line. If the clean-air device manufacturer does not pro- vide documentation of the uniformity of the chal- lenge aerosol, then: a) Themanufacturer should provide multiple ac- cess portstoenable theusertosampleupstream of the filter per the sampling grid described in IEST-RP-CC034. b) Theusermust verify the uniformity of the chal- lenge. ‘This test isdescribed in IEST-RP-CC034: HEPA and ULPA Filter Leak Tests. It is a prerequisite to scan tests using eitherleak detection techniquedescribed in the same RP. - 7 6.4 HEPA and ULPA filter installation leak test ‘Thesettestsareperformed toconfirmthat the HEPA or ULPA filter system is properly installed by veri- fying the absence of bypass leakage in the installa- tion, and that the filters are free of damage and small leaks. These tests are particularly important for cleanvair devices intended to create clean areas classified at Class M 3.5 (Class 100) and cleaner (according to FED-STD-209). ‘The tests are performed by introducing achallenge aerosol upstream of the filters and scanning imme- diately downstream of thefiltersandsupportframe. ‘These procedures detectsmallholesand other dam- age in the filter medium and frame seal, bypass eaksin the filter frame and gasket seal,andleaksin the filter mounting. ‘These tests are described in JEST-RP-CC034: HEPA and ULPA Fitter Leak Tests. 6.5 Induction leak test/backstreaming test 6.5.1 Purpose This procedure covers the testing of clean-air de- vices to ensure against particle intrusion into the clean space by induction through unsealed con- struction joints orby backstreaming romworkspace ‘openings. The test should be conducted after the HEPA or ULPA filter-installation leak test. 6.5.2 Apparatus ) Challenge aerosol source or acceptable substi- tute. +b) Optical particle counter having a sample flow 16 Copyrighted mera, rate of atleast 0,028 cubic meter per minute 1.0 cubic foot per minute) and particle size thresh- old discrimination capability of particlesO5 jim. or smaller. ‘The clean-air devices should be purged of particu- late contamination and be operating at a stable concentration of 350 particle /m? (10 particles /ft?) or less at the center of the unit. 6.5.3 Preparation for tests ‘Vacuum clean or blow out (with the HEPA or ULPA filter appropriately shielded) all interior surfaces and joints of the work space with a low- pressure air gun operating at 100 kPa (15 psig) ‘maximum. Then wipe with a compatible noncon- taminating cleaning agent and nonlinting wiping cloth. Operate theclean-air device untilithias been" purged of particulate contamination and stable particle countreadings of_ess than 350 particle/m? (10 particles/ft°) are obtained. 6.5.4 Procedures—induction test Step 1: Measure the particle concentration for all sizes greater than the threshold size outside of the clean-air device to verify that the ambient concen- tration is a least 35 x 108 particles per cubic meter (110° particles per cubic foot). IFtheconcentration is less, generate an aerosol to increase the concen tration on the ambient side of the joint or opening. Step 2:Scan all construction joints bordering on the lean workspace at a distance of 25 cm (1.0 in.) from the ointand move along thejointatnot more than 3 m (10 ft) per minute. Where ambient chal- lenge is less than 3.5 x 103 pér cubic meter (1 x 10 per cubic foot), direct the challenge aerosol at the ambient side of the joint. 6.5.5 Procedure—backstreaming test Step 1: PerformStep 1of the induction leak test (see section. 6.5.4) unless the backstreaming test imune~ diately follows the induction leak test. Step 2: Scan with the aerosol source at a distance approximately 5 em (2 in.) outside of all openings into the workspace. Particular attention should be given to comers and upper edges of the face access opening, Note: For this test, an opening is defined as any ‘open passage from the clean space to the ambi- ent, The opening is outlined by the edges or comers of the cabinet surfaces that separate the clean space from the ambient, or by the inside edge of any recirculation slot, or by the joint TEST-RP-CCOO2.2. iuerrrer or Eininonmerea Seumncan snp Toemnouoeybetween cabinet surfaces and any shielding clo- sure panel. Followingmanufacturer’sinstructions,tepairleaks and correct backstreaming that exceed the maxi- mum allowed and retest. 6.5.6 Reporting Report particle concentrations measured outside the clean-air device and the levels and locations of any induction or backstreaming found for the as~ found condition and for the as-left condition. 6.5.7 Acceptance ‘The device should not ezhibit unsealed construc- tion joints or any intrusion of particles into the ‘workarea from openings as indicated by a concen- tration above 1 x 10 times the ambient concentra ~ tion fall sizes above the threshold size. 6.6 Airborne particle count 6.6.1 Purpose ‘This test is performed:to determine that the com- pleted-as-built, at-rest, or operating clean-air de- vice canmeet the FED-STD-209aircleanliness class specified by the user. 6.6.2 Apparatus for the airborne particle count ‘Theapparatusforthe airbomeparticlecountshouild consist ofadiscrete-particlecounterhaving thesize discrimination capability necessary to detect par- ticles equal to and larger than the specified thresh- old size or sizes. The particle size detection thresh- old (sensitivity limit) may be 0.1,0.2,03,or0.5 pm, as appropriate for verification of a specified air- borne particulate cleanliness class in-accordance with FED-STD-209. (Other particle size discrimination capabilities may be specified by the customer-supplier agreement. The choice of discrete-particle counter specifica- tions should be based on: a) Aircleantiness class or classes to be-verified. ~ b) Number of samples required. ©) Particle counter sample flow rates. 4) Application of statistical methods. 6.6.3 Procedure for the airborne particle count Prerequisites for this test should include the HEPA and ULPA filter leak test and airflow velocity test (see sections 6.1 and 6.4). a) A test point grid at the working level that will satisfy user requirements and be compatible with the typeand operational mode oftheclean air device should be established. 1) Determination of thenumber, locations, and grid configurations of sampling points should be based on the specified cleanliness lass and the number of critical locations present in order to obtain the desired confi- dence level for verification of the specified aircleantinessclass. Due tothenondispersive characteristics of unidirectional airflow, ‘more test locations are needed than is the case with nonunidirectional airflow envi- ronments. The maximum grid spacing rec- ‘ommended is 610 mm x 610 mm (2 ft x2 ft). Determination of the number, location, and grid pattern of sampling points:should be based on the specified cleanliness class and the grid specifications of FED-STD-209. 2) Test points should generally be immedi- ately upstream of the work activity level in the clean-air device. 3) Thenumberoftestpointsand theirlocations, should’ be chosen to satisfy the statistical requirements of the user. Their selection should also take into consideration: ‘* Theparticlecounterbeing used, itsparticle size detection threshold, and the sample flow rate. ‘© Thedevicesize, configuration, accessories, and critical process points. 'b) Particle counts should be based on the number of particles equal to and larger than the desig nated size or sizes agreed uponbby the customer and the supplier. Particle-counter operating procedures should be performed asspecified in FED-STD-209 unless otherwise recommended herein. Note: All measurements are made under ambient conditions; thereisno induced challenge aerosol. ) ‘The number of measurements at each sample point and the volume of air sampled for each measurement should be based on: 1) Statistical significance and confidence level required. 2) Volume of airflow and the level of cleanti- ness required. TESTRP-CCO02.2 Inerervrs or Bennominren, Beimcre ax TrawoLocy ‘CopyrightedO material = 17Note: The sampling probe inlet efficiency of par- ticle counters decreases, in general, as particle size increases. While specific gravity and shape of the particles can play a part, the physics of ‘fluid and particle dynamics tend to predomi- ‘nate. Counts of particles larger than about 5 jim become increasingly unreliable (that is, sam- pling effictency decreases) as particle size increases. Particles larger than about 10 jm are influenced by gravity to such an extent that, as size increases, they are less likely to be airborne ong enough to be collected and counted by the particle counter, 6.6.4 Reporting for the airborne _. ., Patticle count — a) The following data shuld be retorded~"" 1) Particle size range. 2) Volume of air sampled. 3) Particle counts. 4) Time. '5) Sampling point locations. ) Particle count data should benormalized tothe ‘number of particles per cubic meter (or cubic foot) of ar. 6.7 Exhaust flow 6.7.1 Purpose ‘The purpose ofthis testis to determine the volume ofair thatisbeing exhausted from an exhaust-type, clean-air device. Italso provides verification of the desired net inflow into the clean-air device that may be deemed necessary for protection of the operator. 6.7.2 Apparatus ‘Hot wire anemometer or electronic micromanom- eter. 6.7.3 Procedure With the unit fully operational, measure the veloc- ity of the airinto the clean-air device atthe plane of the opening to the ambient space surrounding it. Measurements should be made in the center of a grid pattern of equal areas evenly spaced across the entire area. Calculate the average velocity for all measurements and multiply by the cross sectional area to obtain the total volumetric flow. Alternatively, this test may be conducted by mea- suring the air velocity in the exhaust duct if the clearvair device is connected to one. The tester should have access to the interior of the exhaust duct without disturbing the airflow patterns initor upsetting the operational relationship of pressures in the clean-air device, the exhaust system, and the ambient space where the clean-airdeviceis placed. For detailed procedures on velocity traverse mea- surements, see Industrial Ventilation. 6.74Calculation ~ : Calculate the total volume flowzateby multiplying the average velocity by the cross-sectional area. If the total volume flow rate is not within specifica- tion, adjust per manufacturer's instructions and retest. adjustments are made in the exhaust flow, then the test described in section 6.1 of this RP should be repeated. ae 6.75 Reporting Report the grid used, the velocity measurements, and the calculated total volume flow rate for the as- found condition and for the as-left condition. 6.7.6 Acceptance ‘The total exhaust low should be equal tothe value specified by the customer within’ 20%. 6.8 Motor-blower capacity 6.8.1 Purpose ‘The purpose of this test is to establish that the motor-blower(s) on a new clean-air device have sufficient capacity toniaintain the airflow velocity within specified limits as per section 6.1 of this RP when the filters become loaded with sufficientcon- tamination for an approximately 50% increase in the initial HEPA or ULPA filter pressure drop. 6.8.2 Apparatus a) Hotwire anemometer or electronic microma- nometer. b) Inielined manometer or mechanical differential Pressure gauge. 6.8.3 Procedure Step 1: Set clean-airflow velocities in accordance with section 6.1 and record the plenum pressure upstream of the clean HEPA or ULPA filter. Step 2: Increase the airflow restriction of the HEPA or ULPA filter(s) by applying layers of perforated etal, cheesecloth, or thelike, on the upstream side of the HEPA or ULPA filter until the plenum pres- sure reading is 1.5 times that of clean-filter opera~ tion, with the blower speed control adjusted to its upper limit. 18 Copyrighted matriat TEST-RP-CCO02.2 thereunto Benomerra, Seamors svn TrcimowocyStep 3:Measureand record the airflow velocities in ‘accordance with section 6.1. 6.8.4 Calculation Calculate the average airflow velocity. 6.8.5Reporting Report the average airflow velocity. 6.8.6 Acceptance Averageairflow velocity downstream ofthe HEPA or ULPA filter(s) should notbe less than 90 percent of the design value for clean filters. 6.9 Temperature rise 6.9.1 Purpose ‘The purpose of this fest is to determine the maxi- ‘mum temperature rise tobe expectedin the workof the device due to motor-blower(s) and lights. Ordi- narily, in single-pass systems, thistemperaturerise will be negligible {typically less than 1.1 °C (2°F)] and need notbe measured. Itis recommended that the measurement be made in any device where significant fraction (over 50%) of the clean air is recirculated in a closed system, 6.9.2 Apparatus ‘Thermometer(s), resistance temperature device(s) (RTDs), high-grade type “T” (copper/constantan) thermocouple(), thermister(s),orotherknowntem- erature sensor(s) used with read-out devices ca- able of indicating a change in temperature of 1 °C (@°F) or equivalent. : 6.9.4 Procedure Step 1: Locate one sensing element to measure ambient temperature at’ point 15.2cm (6in,) fiom the device (avoiding the air outlet) or 5.2m (6in.) from the air inlet if possible. Step 2: Locate the second sensing element in the ‘geometrical center of the work area. Step 3: Tum on motor-blower(s) and lights, and + operate continuously for 4 hr, 6.9.5 Reporting Report the temperature riseas the difference at the end of the test between the stabilized temperature at the work area and the ambient temperature, 6.9.6 Acceptance ‘Temperature rise should not exceed 5.6 °C (10°F). 6.10 Lighting 6.10.1 Purpose ‘This procedure covers testing of a clean-air device to establish that when lighting is provided by the manufacturer, light intensity at work-surface level is in accordance with the agreement between cus- tomer and supplier. 6.10.2 Apparatus Portable photoelectric illumination of a type ap-- proved for field measurements in accordance with the IESNA Lighting Handbook. 6.10.3 Procedure a) Allow the lighting to operate for a sufficient length of time prior totesting forproperseason- ing of the system as described in’the “Field Measurements” section of the IESNA Lighting Handbook. b) Beforelighting levels are measured, operate the lighting system for at least 2hr or as otherwise needed to stabilize the temperatures of the sys- tem. ©) Make lighting-level measurements within the deviceatlocationsagreed uponby thecustomer and supplier. 6.10.4 Calculation Calculate the average lighting levels in accordance with IESNA procedures for the positions and the work height specified by the customer. : Ifthe average or local readings are out of specifica- tion, replace bulbs and retest. 6.10.5 Reporting : Locate the designated measurement positions (in- cluding height or distance from lighting) on a dia- gram of the unidirectional airflow unit, Record the measured values on the diagram attheir respective locations for the as-found condition and for the as- left condition. 6.10.6 Acceptance Arithmeticaverage ofillumination readingsshould notbe less than 800 lumens/m?(75 ftcandles) with + no individual reading less than 70% of the average or as agreed upon between the customer and sup- plier. HEST-RP-CC002.2 nerrrurvor EmonorraL Sone san TrenmouDeN Copyrghted® manent 196.11 Noise test 6.114 Purpose ‘This test provides.a uniform method for measuring thenoise levels produced by aclean-air device. The procedure can be performed within almost any acoustically ordinary room, suchasa factory where the walls are neither sound absorbing nor com- pletely sound reflecting. The device should be op- erated at the airflow velocities described in section 6.1. 6.11.2 Apparatus. ‘The measuring instrument should bea sound-level meter with a range of at least 50 to 100 dB and an “A” weighting scale. ~ 6.11.3 Procedure Step 1: Set the instrument to the “A” weighted mode. ‘Step2: With the devicenot operating measureand record the ambient noise level. Step 3: Tum on the blower(s) and lights of the device. ‘Step 4: Measureand record thenoiselevel 30cm (12 in.) in front of the device and 38 cm (15 in.) above the plane of the work surface in line with the vertical center line of the device. For devices with- outworksurface, the measurement locationshould beon the center line of the HEPA or ULPA filter(s) and 76 cm (30 in.) from the filter face. 6.11.4 Reporting Report the ambient noise level with the device not operating and the noise level recorded with the clean-air device operating. 6.11.5 Acceptance ‘The overall noise level should not exceed 67 dBA when measured, when the ambient level is not greater than 55 dBA, 6.12 Vibration 6.12.1 Purpose This test determines the amount of vibration pro- duced by an operating clean-air device. The device should be operated at the airflow as described in section 6.1. 6.12.2 Apparatus ‘The measuring instrument should be a vibration analyzer with a sensitivity of not less than 100 mieroinches root mean square (rms) amplitude. 6.12.3 Procedure Step 1: For a device with work surfaces, locate the sensing element of the vibration analyzer at the ‘geometric center of the work surface to determine vibration displacement measurements on the verti- cal axis. For a device without work surfaces, locate the sensing element successively on each axis of an accessible corner. Attach thesensingelement firmly ontothetestsurfaceaccording tothemanufacturer's * instructions. Step2:Measurebackground vibrationamplitude(s) with the clean-air device not operating, Step 3: Tum on the clean-air device and measure gross vibration amplitude(s). Step 4-\Verify that the measureitbackground vibra- tion level is no more than 10% of the desired vibra- tion level. 6.12.4 Reporting Report the background vibration amplitude mea sured before and after the test, and the vibration amplitude measured with the unit operating, 6.12.5 Acceptance Net displacement should not exceed 200 micro- inches rms amplitude at the test position(s) at 10 to 200 Hz when the device is operating at the airflow velocities described in section 6.1. 6.13 Structural stability 6.13.1 Purpose ‘The following tests are performed to demonstrate thé’tructural stability of the clean-air device relat- ing to: a) Resistanceto overtuming under applied forces. }) Resistance to distortion under applied forces. ©) Resistance to deflection of work surfaces under Toad. 4) Stability with respect to tipping under work load. ‘The tests are performed by applying static-force ‘couples or loads, as described below, and measur- ing the distortion or deflection within the device. 6.13.2 Apparatus a) Compression force gauge calibrated in New- tons (pounds-force),accurateto within:i5% full scale, or b) Extension spring balance calibrated in pounds, accurate to within+:5% of full scale. 20 Copyrighted materia IESTRP-CC002.2 tasverur or Ervmowutr, Berner ann TwomoUoeY M4 | ¢, J z i I | ‘Note: Where an extension-type spring balance is used, force is to be applied as “pull” at the opposite side ofthe device from that specified in the procedure below. €) Testload of 1134 kg (250 Ib) uniformly distrib- uted over an area of 25.4 em x 25.4.cm (10 in. x 10in). 4) Dial micrometer graduated in units of 0.25 mm (0.01 in... 6.13.3 Resistance to aoies ak, (freestanding devices only) a) Procedure Step 1:Block the device atthe frontbottom edge to prevent lateral movement. Apply a 45.5-kg (100-Ib) lateral force (not toexceed atorque of83 mekg (600 lb-ft) at the rear top edge. Step 2: Measure cabinet lftat rearbottom edge. Step 3: Block the device at the rear bottom edge to prevent lateral movement. Apply a 454-kg (100-Ib) lateral forcenot to exceed a torque of 83 mkg (600 lb-ft) lateral force at the top front edge. ‘Step 4: Measure cabinet lift at the front bottom edge. b) Reporting Report the measured lift. ©) Acceptance ‘The bottom edges of the cabinet should not lift off he floor or counter more than 1.6mm (006 in.) when the specified force is applied. 4.134 Resistance to distortion a) Procedure Step 1: Bolt the device securely toa firm base or "the floor to prevent overturning and lateral movement. ‘Step 2: Apply a lateral force of 113.2 kg (250 Ib) ‘at the top rear center. Measure and record the deflection of the top front edge forward of the original position as measured by a dial mi- crometer or equivalent. Step 3: Repeat the above procedure with the 113.2-kg, (250-Ib) lateral force applied succes- sively at the center of each edge and diagonally at each top comer of the device. Measure and record the deflection obtained from each proce- dure, b) Reporting Report the measured defections. c) Acceptance . The top opposing edge or comer ofthe device should not move more than 1.6 cm-(0.06 in.) {com thestaticposition when the specified force is applied. 6.13.5 Resistance to deflection of work surface under load a) Procedure ‘Step 1: Place the 113.2-kg (250-Ib) test load at any point on the work surface. Measure and record any vertical deflection. ‘Step 2: Reposition the test load and repeat the Procedure as required to thoroughly test the work surface. b) Reporting Report the measured deflection. ©) Acceptance ‘There should be no deflection of the work sur- face at any point greater than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) regardless of the test load location. 6.13.6 Resistance to tipping Applicable only to freestanding devices. a) Procedure ‘Step 1: Apply a113.2-kg (250-Ib) vertically down- ward force at the center of the edge on any overhanging horizontal surface. Measure and record any lifting of the cabinet. ‘Step2: Repeat theabove procedure with thetest force repositioned on any other overhanging surface(s). b) Reporting Report the measured lifts. ©) Acceptance ‘The opposite bottom edge of the cabinet should not lift more than 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) when the 113.2-kg (250-Ib) test force is applied. 6.14 Other tests The following tests may also be performed at the user's discretion: a) Electrical leakage and ground circuit resistance tests per appropriate local code. b) Measurement of line voltage, polarity, and cur- rent per appropriate local code. TEST-RP-CCO02.2 terrivms or Benonnean Bence i TromoLoce Copysighted® material 2©) Airflow patterns per IEST-RP-CC006. ) Temperature and relative humidity uniformity per IEST-RP-CC006. ©) Particle deposition per IEST-RP-CCO06. f) Offgassing of materials of construction per ASTM E-595. 7 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 7.4 Electrical a) Conformance Electrical components anid wiring should con- form to the current edition of the appropriate standards suchas National Electrical Code(NFPA ‘No. 70), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), NEPA * 318, and local codes. 1b) Placement of components Electrical components should be installed 0 they do not obstruct or disturb the unidirec- tional flow of clean air in the work zone. ©) Terminations Electrical terminals accessible without removal of panels or covers that requirea tool should be covered to protect against accidental contact. 4) Wiring diagram ‘A wiring diagram of the device showing con- nections toall electrical components and power supply specifications should be included with each device. 7.2 Fire Protection a) General To the extent consistent with the conditions under which the clean-air device will be used, ‘materialsand construction should comply with applicable provisions of the National Fire Code, Underwriters Laboratories standards, and ASTM E#4. When fire-resistant construction is required, construction should conform to the requirements of those standards for the class service specified. b) Materials of construction ‘When fire-resistant construction is specified, nonelectrical components, including sound- deadening material, shouldhaveaflame-spread classification not greater than 25 in accordance with ASTM E84, ©) HEPA or ULPA filters When fire-resistant construction is specified, HEPA or ULPA filters should be Grade 3 in accordance with IEST-RP-CCOOI. 4) Prefilters When fire-resistant construction is specified, prefilters should comply with therequirements of Class 1 in accordance with UL-900. ) Exposed electrical components If the device will be used in a location oF in an application where electrical wiring or compo- nents will be exposed to a concentration of a flammable solvent in air in excess of its lower ‘flammable limit (see National Fire Code Standard 30, Vol. 3, 1983, or most recent): - 1) All electrical components exposed to the hazardous solvent concentration should be explosion proof. (National Electrical Code, NFPA 70-84, Article 500). 2) Aisflows should be such that the flammable ‘vapors will not contact any potential source of ignition. 3) Fans should be of spark-resistant construc- tion in accordance with Air Movement and Controls Association Standards Handbook, Pub- lication 99-86. In some cases, it may be necessary to make provi- sions for the installation of sprinklers or other fire extinguishing equipment. Such requirements should be part of the agreement between the cus- tomer and supplier. * Note: In operations where personnel will be ex- posed to vapors from flammable or non- flammablesolvents, the clean-airdevice should be operated so that concentrations of those solvents in the air do not exceed the threshold values published annually by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygien- ists, 7.3 Dimensional tolerances 7.3.1 Linear dimensions Within 3 mm (41/8 in.) of specified dimension, except as described in section 7.3.2 below. a) Squareness: Perpendicular outside surfaces of each cabinet module should not deviate from a 22 Copyrighted materi IEST-RP-COO02.2. tnvrerure or Bninominers Beimees ann Teeunouoey‘true 90° angle by more than3 mm or2.9 mm/m. (0.13 in. oF 0.081 in./ft), whichever is greater. b) Flatness: Outside surfaces that can be mated to adjacent clean-air device to furniture should be flat within 3.2 mm (0.13. 7.3.2 Filter sealing surface— conventional gasket a) Squareness: Diagonals should be equal within ‘$mm (41/8 in,) total tolerance. b) Width: Width of gasket sealing surface: 19.1 mm + 6mm ~Omm (75 in, + 0.5 in. -0 in.) ©) Flatness: Planar within 1.6 mm (0.06 in.) total allowance over the gasket sealing surface ofany individual filter element. 4) Surface: Localized protuberances, depressions, or offsets should not exceed 0.4 mum (0.015 in.) above or below the plane of the immediate adjacent surface. €) Straightness: Total variance (bow) from true. straightness should notexceed 3.2mm (0.13in.) onany side. 7.3.3 Filter sealing surface—fluid seal ‘The HEPA or ULPA filter is sealed to the clean-air device by the use of a soft gel material that is ‘contained in a channel around the perimeter of the * filter frame. A flange built into the clean-air device ‘mates into the gel in the channel around the filter frame to provide an airtight seal. The dimensional tolerances should be specified by the device manu- facturer in the fabrication drawings and should be sufficient to ensure mating of the flange and gel around. the complete perimeter of the filter such that the leak tests shown in seétion 6.4 may be completed successfully. 74 Plumbing a) All plumbing components should be in accor- dance with the current edition of the applicable codesand standards suchas the National Plumb- ing Code, UBC, AGA, NSF, and local codes. b) The use of solder containing lead is prohibited. ¢) Plumbing fixtures should be installed so they do not obstruct or disturb the laminar flow of clean ait in the work zone. 7.5 Workmanship 7.5.1 General a) All duets, valves, air lines, vacuum lines, and Water lines will be free of loose contaminants such as filings, weld spatter, dust, grease, etc, which could be carried into the work area dur- ing operation. by All components and assemblies will be free of burrs, sharp comers, sharp edges, ete, which ‘Would injure personnel installing, operating, or maintaining the device. ©) After fabrication, parts and assembled equip- ‘mentshouldbecleaned of smudges,metalchips, mold release agents, or any other foreign mate- rial thatmight detract from the intended opera- tion, function, or appearance of the equipment. d) Threaded parts or devices, screws, nuts, and bolts should show no signs of cross threading, ‘mutilation, or hazardous burrs, and should be firmly secured. ¢) Bearing assemblies should be free of rust, dis: coloration, and imperfections ofground,honed, or lapped surfaces. Contact surfaces should be free of tool marks, gouge marks, nicks, or other surface-type defects. 7.5.2 Blectrical a) All wires and cables should be positioned or Protected toavoid contact with rough or irregu- larsurfaces and sharp edges, and toavoid dam- age to wiring. 'b) Clearance between wires and cables and heat generating parts should be sufficient to mize deterioration of the wires or cables. ¢) Theinsulation of wiring andcablesshould show no evidence of burns, abrading, or pinch marks that could cause short circuits or electrical leak- *” age. ) Electrical components should be installed so they donot obstruct or disturb the laminar flow of clean air in the work zone, 7.6 Materials of construction ‘The materials of construction should be consistent with the intended use of the device, For example, but not limited to: * Chemical compatibility. * Offgassing. * Cleanability. + Abrasion resistance. * Particle shedding, ete. HEST-RP-CC002.2 tnerervrs or Bemomerns Bcnnces nn THcanOLooY Copyrighted material 237.7 Fans‘and blowers a) Labeling Fans should be labeled in accordance with Bul- letin 211-A of the Air Movement and Control b) Speed adjustment A means of adjusting fan speed should be pro- vided, and should be a matter of agreement between the customer and supplier. 7.8 HEPA or ULPA filters ‘HEPA or ULPA filters should meet the construc- tion and performance features of IEST-RP-CCO01 as specified by the customer. 7.9 Prefilters - 4) General = ae Prefilters supplied in accordance with this RP ° should be of adry,extended-surface configura- tion. They should be replaceable, and the air- flow capacity should be the same as, or greater than,theaccompanying HEPA or ULPA filter(s). b) Design considerations ‘The material used in the prefilter(s), including the media, frame, and gasket, should be com- Gq patible with the final design conditions. Prefilters should be listed as Class 1 or Class 2 (prefilter should carry the same rating as the HEPA or ULPA filter) in accordance with Underwriters i Laboratories Standard UL-900, and should be : sted assuchin the current Underwriters Labo- ratories Building Materials Directory. ) Performance : ‘The pressure drop and theaverageatmospheric dust spotefficiency (per ASHRAE Standard 52.1) of the prefilter, when operated at design-rated 1 airflow capacity, should be set by customer- supplier agreement 7.10 Reordering data Reordering data for parts that can be replaced should be provided by the supplier, including manufacturer's name, model, and size. Efficiency ! and UL Class should be provided for prefiltersand i. HEPA or ULPA filters. 2A Copyihted® materia TEST-RP-GCOO2.2, tretrvn or Ewnowerra Scie sso TecmovocyAPPENDIX A—INSTALLATION Al Purpose ‘The purpose of this appendixis to assist the user in Preparing an appropriate facility for the clean-air device and to install the unit properly. A2 Preparation ‘The area where the clean-air device is to be located should be cleaned and vacuumed prior to installa- tion. In the case of special walls, ceilings, ot floors, proper care should be exercised during the instal- lation process, A3 Location : a) The device should belocated away from traffic’ pattensand doors thatcoulddisruptitsairflow Patterns. The unit should be positioned away from fans, heating and air conditioning regis- ters, and any other air-handling devices that could interfere with its airflow patterns. High velocities of air from these registers could con- tain particles that may penetrate the airstream and get into the work chamber. All windows in the room should be closed. 'b) Wall o ceiling-mounted devices should be at-" tached to surfaces designed or reinforced to handle the total additional load of the unit and its accessories. ¢) There should be adequate clearance to perform allmaintenanceand service operations required, with a minimum clearance of 30 em (12 in.) between unit's air inlet and any obstructions. Ad Installation Note: As a nile, the user should follow the manu facturers? detailed procedures. The following information is abasic guideline forgeneral pur- ‘poses only. “ a) Donot remove clean-air device from its carton ‘until it is to be placed in its final location. 'b) Removeall strapping, protective covering, and any wood blocks used to secure the device for shipping. ©) Carefully remove the device from thecrate and, if transporting is required, use a low flat dolly under the unit. Never transport these devices by tilting them onto a hand cart. 4) For benchtop and console types, set the device in place and level. €) For vertical clean-air modules on steel frames, first level and secure the frame, and then lift or hoist the module onto the frame. For hanging vertical clean-air devices, support the module by the brackets or rods provided for suitable individual load requirements. 4) Forhorizontalclean-air'modules, set thedevice inplaceand level or shim asnecessary to plumb the unit. : 8) For fan-filter and ducted-filter units, lay mod- ule in T-grid and secure as necessary. Note: All preparations should be made prior to utility and electrical power connections. AS Utility connections a) The unit should be connected to an electrical * source rated'at the same voltage and frequency asthedevice. The amperage rating of the source should meet or exceed the rated amperage of thedevice, and alladded accessories. Thesource should be dedicated to the device and have an appropriate circuit breaker located nearby. b) As variations in line voltages will affect the stability of the device's airflow patterns, a volt- age regulator should be installed in installa tions with wide line voltage fluctuations, ©) All plumbing connections to the device (air, nitrogen, vacuum, etc: ) should be easily acces. sibleand have in-line shutoff valvesin theevent disconnection is required. 4) Flammable gases or solvents shouldnotbeused in recirculating vertical-flow devices. AG Initial certification Prior to use, a qualified certification technician should certify all clean-air devices. Under normal operating conditions, the units should be reterti- fied at least annually. They should also be recerti- fied if moved or ifserviced in a manner which may, ‘compromise the performance (see table 1 in section 6. YEST-RP-CC002.2._ tnerrrvm or Rammer. Bowne ann Toamoocy Copyrighteao material 25. Sate mance APPENDIX B—ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE B1 Purpose ‘The purpose of this appendixis to assist the user in preparing an appropriate maintenance schedule for typical clean-air devices. B2 Routine maintenance schedule a) Laminated or metal surfaces Wipe clean witha mild, nonresidue, soap-and- water solution. Do not use abrasive cleaning powders. For hard stains, use a wet nonlinting. cloth and a small amount of soap or a strong detergent. Clearr the exterior surfaces of the unit, particularly the front and top, to remove any accumulated dust. b) Clear acrylic enclosures and shields Wipe clean with a soft absorbent cloth, sponge, or chamois saturated with a mild, nonresidue, ‘soap-and-water solution. Dry witha clean lint- free cloth. ©) Intetior cabinet surfaces ‘Vacuum with a soft brush and wipe clean with mild, nonresidue, soap-and-water solution. 4) Electric motors and blowers ‘Vacuumaccumulated dustormotorandblower fan blades with a soft brush. Lubricate the mo- tor-blower(s), if required, following manu- facturer’s recommendations. ©) Workstation control ‘The air supply should be tured on at least 15 minbefore any work period. In most cases, itis recommended that the motor-blowers should be left on at all times. Clean the device accord- ing to the specifications noted above, or as di- rected by the device manufacturer. B3 Recertification Under normal operating conditions, the device should be recertified atleast annually, if moved, or if serviced. The certifier should perform the test as described in Table 1: a) Prefilters Inspect the prefilters periodically for accumu lated dirt. If discolored, replace. Depending on. ‘the operational environment of the clean-air device, prefilter life span can vary. It is recom- mended that a maintenance log be maintained and affixed to the unit, b) Pressure gauges ‘ Ifso.equipped, record the pressure drop across, the HEPA or ULPA filter at regular intervals, ©) HEPA or ULPA filters Itis recommended that, as a minimum, a quali- fied cettification technician perform recertifice- ton of the clean-air device, -~ 26 CopyightacSmaterat TESTRP-CCO02.2 Wwsrere or Remnowmnvras Bence wiv ToCIMOLOYAPPENDIX C—HEPA OR ULPA FILTER REPLACEMENT C1 Purpose ‘The purpose of this appendixis toassist the user in determining when to replace the HEPA or ULPA filters in their device (C2 HEPA or ULPA filter replacement ‘The HEPA or ULPA filter(s) in the device will gradually accumulate airborne particulate matter froth the room and from work performed in the unit. The rate of accumulation will depend upon thecleanliness of the supply ar, theamountof time the unit is operated, the nature of the work being done, and the regular maintenance prefilter re~ placement interval ‘Onmodels equipped witha pressure gauge, HEPA or ULPA filter replacement may benecessary ifthe pressure drop across the HEPA or ULPA filter increases 50% above the initial value, with clean prefilters in-place and the speed control, if sup- plied, set at maximum, Periodic tests, at least annually, should be per- formed to determine if the airflow velocities have fallen below the acceptable limits of this document (or as specified by the user). This test should be made with either an anemometer or electronic mi- cromanometer following the guidelines as setforth in section 6. A qualified certification technician should perform these tests with the speed control, if supplied, set at maximum. Extreme care must be taken when installing new HEPA or ULPA filters. If the filter media is rup- tured, thefilteris inadequatefor service. The HEPA. . OF ULPA filter(s) should be replaced or serviced by qualified certification technician, using the proce- dure recommended by the device manufacturer. ‘The seal between the filter and the unit are critical * toensure that there areno leaks of dirty air past the filter. Itis important to follow manufacturer's in- structions when installing filters to ensure proper compression of gaskets without distorting or dam- aging the filter. C3 Recertification A qualified certification technician should perform HEPA and ULPA filter installation leak testing, airflow velocity test, etc. as described in section 6 of this document. TEST-HP-CC002.2_Wwszrrurs or Ewmownrra. 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