Commercial office:

Via Merendi, 22
20010 Cornaredo (MI)
Tel. +39.02.93.991.92
Fax. +39.02.93.991.608
E-mail: info@faster.dgroup.it

OPERATING &
MAINTENANCE MANUAL

SmartFAST

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INDEX
1 GENERAL ..............................................................................................................................................2
2 INSTALLATION .....................................................................................................................................4
2.A INSTRUCTIONS AND CONTROLS ON DELIVERY .............................................................................4
2.B INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................4
2.C ELECTRIC/GAS CONNECTIONS AND PLACEMENT OF THE WORK TABLE ....................................5
2.D POSITIONING OF THE CABINET ON THE SUPPORTING TABLE .....................................................5
3 OPERATION PRINCIPLES....................................................................................................................7
3.A POSITIVE PRESSURE (DEFAULT MODE) ...............................................................................................7
3.B NEGATIVE PRESSURE ........................................................................................................................8
4 OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................................9
4.A SCOPE ..................................................................................................................................................9
4.B CONTROLS OF SYSTEM AND PERFORMANCES .............................................................................9
4.C REMOTE SIGNALS (OPTIONAL FOR AUTOMATIC REGULATION)................................................................9
4.D SYMBOLS OF CONTROL BOARD .....................................................................................................10
4.E OPERATOR MENU (OPTIONAL) .......................................................................................................14
5 HOUR COUNTER / UV TIMER (OPTIONAL)......................................................................................19
5.A HOURS COUNTER...................................................................................................................................19
5.B UV TIMER .............................................................................................................................................19
5.C ENERGY SAVE .......................................................................................................................................20
6 WASTE TREATMENT OF DISPOSAL ................................................................................................21
7 LIMITATIONS ......................................................................................................................................22
PRECAUTIONS FOR THE CORRECT USE OF THE CABINET ...............................................................22
8 OPERATING PROCEDURES..............................................................................................................23
8.A PRELIMINARY CHECKS.....................................................................................................................23
8.B SWITCHING ON THE SMARTFAST CABINET......................................................................................23
8.C SWITCHING OFF THE SMARTFAST CABINET ....................................................................................23
9 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................................24
9.A INSTRUCTION FOR DAILY CLEANING OF VERTICAL LAMINAR FLOW CABINETS (CARE OF
USERS) 24
9.B HEPA FILTER REPLACEMENT (CARE OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PERSONNEL) ..................................24
9.C REPLACEMENT OF MOTOR-FAN (BY TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PERSONNEL) ......................................25
9.D REPLACEMENT OF FLUORESCENT LAMPS (BY USER) ...................................................................25
9.E REPLACEMENT OF UV GERMICIDE LAMP (OPTIONAL) (BY USER) ....................................................25
9.F LIST OF SPARE PARTS .....................................................................................................................26
10 TROUBLESHOOTING - PROBABLE MALFUNCTION CAUSES ..................................................27
11 TRANSPORT, PACKING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................28
12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION .........................................................................................................29
12.A GUARANTEE ......................................................................................................................................29
12.B ADDRESS OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE (BY OF DISTRIBUTOR) ........................................................29
13 GUIDE-DRAWING FOR MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS...............................................................30
14 SMARTFAST FRONT DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................33
14.A SMARTFAST SIDE DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................34
15 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM OF SUPPORT TABLE ..............................................................................35
16 SENSORS LIST ...............................................................................................................................37
17 WIRING DIAGRAM ..........................................................................................................................38
18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................40

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1 GENERAL
SmartFAST vertical laminar airflow cabinet ensures high contamination control reliability, providing a
working area highly protected from both micro-organisms and air-borne contaminants.
This compact, economical and moveable vertical flow cabinet has an innovative double air flow option,
providing a new level of versatility:

POSITIVE PRESSURE SYSTEM (default)

The air stream flowing down from the HEPA filter passes through the perforated work surface.
An air intake from the rear part of the top of the cabinet creates a slight positive pressure in the cabinet,
which causes some air to exhaust from the front aperture. Best for product protection according to GMP.

NEGATIVE PRESSION SYSTEM (on request).

The air flowing down from the HEPA filter passes through the perforated work surface.
Air exhausted through an aperture on the frontal part of the top of the cabinet provides a slight negative
pressure in the cabinet, which causes a protective air curtain to develop at the working aperture, without
affecting flow uniformity.

These cabinets have been specifically designed to meet the demands of modern industrial laboratories
where the protection of the manipulated product is required.

Especially suitable for applications such as:

• Manipulation of material in a sterile area

• Cell culture
• Microbiology
• Molecular biology - PCR

The performances of the cabinets are detailed in the TESTING CERTIFICATE herewith, in compliance
with the requirements of:

• ISO 14644-1 Cleanrooms and associated controller environments – Part 1: classification of air
cleanliness

on electric safety:
• EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for eletrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
use Part 1: general requirements.

All Faster’s cabinets are provided with high insertion loss filters.

Faster’s cabinets can be supplied:

with supporting table. For stability reasons the instructions in the present manual must be followed, in
particular please see paragraph 4B. (SYSTEM and PERFORMANCES CONTROLS), paragraph 7
(LIMITATIONS), and paragraph 15 (ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM OF SUPPORT TABLE).
without supporting table. In that case the customer must put the cabinet on a table or a supporting surface
suitable to assure its stability in all operating conditions, complying with all safety regulations presently in
force.

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SmartFAST vertical laminar airflow cabinets are marked "CE" (see label stuck on the right-hand side of
the cabinet near the feeding cable) and meet the European Directive:

2006/42/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery

2004/108/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the approximation of the
laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility

2006/95/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonisation of the
laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain
voltage limits

The SmartFAST cabinets comply with the above-mentioned Directives ONLY if the instrumentation that is
connected to the electric socket (optional) positioned inside the work chamber are marked "CE", or in any
case meet the standards mentioned above aiming to avoid any electromagnetic interference.

Faster s.r.l. cannot be held responsible for malfunctions, damage to people or property due to non-
compliance, poor or no maintenance, or improper use of the cabinet

N.B.: If is not installed the “Biohazard kit” the SmartFAST cabinets MUST ABSOLUTELY NOT BE USED
for handling pathogenic materials

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2 INSTALLATION

2.A INSTRUCTIONS AND CONTROLS ON DELIVERY

Considering the importance of the utilization of the vertical laminar airflow cabinets model SmartFAST and
the need to keep them in optimum conditions, installation plays a major role to reach this aim.
The cabinet model SmartFAST is positioned on a pallet, wrapped in an extensible film, and contained in a
package of multi-layer strapped cardboard.
For a general check of the instrument, having placed it in its utilization site, opened the package, and
removed the extensible film, control that the instrument has not suffered scratches due to transport or
wrong handling of the package.
In case of a possible further transport, packing and storage by user after a first utilization period (e.g.:
change of laboratory or factory), get in touch with the technical assistance service or the distributor for
more accurate and precise indications or for a possible intervention by specialized technicians.
The SmartFAST cabinets, with or without package, shall be always sheltered from rain.

2.B INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Install the cabinet away from drafts and heat sources (radiators, ventilators-convectors), to ensure a
proper function.

¨ Install the instrument in a room with a low degree of dust and well aerated.
¨ Place the instrument far from doors and windows, which may cause malfunctions.
¨ Place the instruments in places where there is no people movement.
¨ The door of the room should be in such a position relative to the cabinet that draught effects are
prevented.
¨ - min. temperature: 5°C
- max. temperature: 40°C
- max. humidity: 80% at 31°C, linear drop in relat ive humidity down to 50% relative humidity
at 40°C.

Before connecting the cabinet to the mains power supply, check the necessary voltage and power
indicated on the plate near the power cable. The room must be equipped with an earth connection and
connections to the gas and/or vacuum networks

As to the connection with gas and/or vacuum networks, read carefully chapter 2C.

The quantity of heat generated by the cabinet is:70W.

To this heat, the heat due instruments utilized by the client in the working area under laminar airflow
should be added.

The installation is made by technicians authorized by Faster s.r.l.

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2.C ELECTRIC/GAS CONNECTIONS and PLACEMENT OF THE WORK TABLE

The electric connection of the cabinet model SmartFAST is made by connecting the power cable located
on the upper part of the right side of the cabinet to a suitable power point (see technical table). When the
cabinet is connected, the green light on the control panel switches on (see chapter 4D).

If stipulated by local legislation, insert upstream of the power line an automatic protection overload switch
provided with a differential relay, with a rated switching voltage no greater than 30 mA.

The connection with the gas/vacuum intake, if provided, is made according to the type of connection:
industrial inert gas (air, vacuum, nitrogen, etc.).

For the siting of the work surface, proceed as follows:

• remove the protective paper from the work surface resting against the back of the cabinet, taking
care not to scratch its surface,
• remove the padding/sterilization plate,
• open the shatterproof front window,
• clean the work surface with a damp cloth soaked in alcohol or soapy water or with a commonly
available product designed for stainless steel,
• place the table in the work chamber, allowing the back to slide on the chamber's supporting bases
up to its bottom wall,
• close the shatterproof front window.

2.D POSITIONING OF THE CABINET ON THE SUPPORTING TABLE

SmartFAST Cabinets can be supplied with the relevant supporting table, which they have to be fixed to.
After assembling the supporting table (see instructions at para. 14) put the supporting table on a flat not
sloping floor and be sure that all the parts of the cabinet, that can be opened (control board panel and
frontal glass) are locked. Then position the cabinet on the table.

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Techincal Features Table

Description Unit SmartFAST

Overall Dimensions (L x H x P) mm 830x910x652
Usefull dimensions (L x H x P) mm 730x600x378
Maximum front aperture mm 440
Working aperture mm 200
Weight Kg 85
Noise level dB (A) <60
Lighting level Lux 565
Main voltage V 230V AC 2P+T
Frequency Hz 50
Maximum power consumption W 178
Current A 4,8
Electrical class 1
Protection level IP20
Internal outlet (maximum current for all the sockets: 4A) 2P+T 230V 4A
Fluorescent lamps W 1x18

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3 OPERATION PRINCIPLES
As advanced in chapter 1. General the vertical laminar air flow cabinet SmartFAST can operate in two
ways:

3.A POSITIVE PRESSURE (default mode)

The pressurized air pushed by the motor-fan goes through the absolute filter and then downwards in
laminar flow into the working chamber (A). From here part of air exhausts from the front aperture (B),
while about 90% of air passes through the perforated surface, then the air is sucked into the intake up
channel situated at the rear of the work chamber and it is recycled together with the missing 10% of air
picked up from the outside through an aperture on the top of the cabinet (C).

In positive pressure system the whole work surface can be used, even the part with longitudinal slots.

C
C

B
B

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3.B NEGATIVE PRESSURE

The pressurized air pushed by the motor-fan goes through the absolute filter and then downwards in
laminar flow into the working chamber (A). From here, through the perforated surface, mixing with the
external air entering the cabinet from the front aperture (B), then the air is sucked into the intake up
channel situated at the rear of the work chamber and part of the air (about 10÷15% of the total) is
exhausted through the aperture located in the upper part of the cabinet (C), this exhausted air generates
the pickup of air from the outside (front barrier) ensuring adequate air recycling and keeping a reduced
thermal drift.

In negative pressure system, only the part of the work surface with bigger holes is to be used.

C
C

A
B

Important: In this configuration is also available the “Biohazard kit” that includes an exhaust
HEPA filter and the automatic regulation of the airflow.

Important: The SmartFAST cabinet can not be hard ducted.

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4 OPERATION

4.A SCOPE
The vertical laminar airflow cabinet SmartFAST is manufactured according to the requirements of the
international standards for the protection of the material manipulated in the working chamber.

Our cabinets model SmartFAST fully meet the requirements class ISO 5 according to ISO 14644-1.

4.B CONTROLS OF SYSTEM AND PERFORMANCES

The cabinet SmartFAST is provided with a manual electronic regulation system, or, if installed with an
optional automatic regulation system, to keep the airflow speed (0.40 m/s) in the work chamber constant,
even after a progressive clogging of the HEPA filter up to pressures nearing 350 Pa.

The perforated work surface allows to obtain the best airflow uniformity at the level of same, while in the
front a longitudinally slotted shape allows to obtain an adequate air recycling and a reduced thermal drift
(in negative pressure)

The front panel of hardened glass is hinged to facilitate the introduction of bulky objects,

4.C REMOTE SIGNALS (Optional for automatic regulation)

The electronic control board can be improved with an output signal: it is possible to obtain a 12 Vdc output
to connect a led light or alternatively a Normally Open voltage free contact to be connected to an external
circuit. This signal can be set in three different modes:

Motor ON:
The signal starts when ventilation is turned ON and stops when ventilation is OFF.

Alarm:
That signal is ON in case of any flow alarm and it is OFF when air flow rate is in the correct range.

LAF OK:
That signal is ON when air flow rate is in the correct range and it is OFF in case of any flow alarm.

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4.D SYMBOLS OF CONTROL BOARD

List and description of all the symbols and controls of the control panel:

4 15 11

1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14

1 MAIN SWITCH:
Position "0" in the "0" position, the green light of the mains voltage is on (4); the LCD
displays the model name. In this position the operator can activate only
the fluorescent light (12), the UV lamp (3) and the power outlet (13) (with
plug installed) and can activate the data stored in the microprocessor by
pressing the “Right Arrows” key (9-10).
Position "I" Press key "I" [1], insert the password using the small numbers in the right
lower corner of the keys and press SET. Default password is 5 [9] – 4 [6].
When the password is typed in the green led of the switch lights up and
the cabinet starts operating, the motor-blower is powered and first
"CHECK PANEL" then "STAND-BY" appears on the display till the air flow
reaches the pre-set value. In addition, an audible alarm will sound
intermittently during this stand-by period, alerting the operator not to start
working yet. When the audible alarm stops and the message "STAND-
BY" disappears from the display, the cabinet is ready for use. The air
velocity is displayed.
NOTE: In any case, it is advisable to wait 10 minutes before starting work.

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2 STAND BY (speed reduction) By pushing the corresponding red key the password (the same to
start the ventilation) is requested. Once confirmed the password the
function is enabled. When it is enabled, the corresponding red LED lights
up and, for single fan cabinets, the air speed is about 30% lower than
their nominal speeds. The light and the gas electrovalve cannot be
switched on. If they are on, they switch off automatically. If the PCB for
the automatic regulation is installed following two messages appear
alternatively:

>>>ATTENTION<<<
DANGER
and:
REDUCED AIRFLOW
>>>DO NOT WORK<<<

The “SPEED REDUCTION” function can be enabled only with the main
switch in position “I”. Only the power supply (13) can be operated.

3 UV (optional)
Yellow key to switch on UV. This supplies the UV lamp in “manual” mode;
when enabled, the display (if installed) shows "UV on". The UV lamp
switches on only if the cabinet is off, the lighting of the cabinet is off and
the front window is completely closed.
By pushing the relevant key you are requested to set the U.V working
time. The timer resolution is 1 minute and the maximum time is 180
minutes (3 hours). The display will show the latest pre-set value, which
can be changed using the “arrow” keys; when the time has been set,
press the “SET” key to confirm. At this point the yellow LED lights up, the
UV lamp is activated and the countdown starts. During the cycle the
following message appears:

UV TIMER
UV Timer (min) xxxx
4 LINE The green mains light switches on if the unit is connected to the mains
and the line is live
5-6UP/DOWN ARROWS Use the arrow keys to scroll the menu, to program changing parameters
and to put in the password. Two passwords are programmed:
1) to start the cabinet and to enter the operator menu
2) to enter the main menu to change the data input (allowed only to
authorized technical staff – service – because unsuitable interventions
can cause troubles and incorrect operation of the cabinet. If installed with
the up/down arrows it is possible move the sash window

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7 ESC ESC key deletes the operation of data input and goes back to the starting
condition.
When an alarm condition occurs, which is shown also by the message
appearing on the LCD. By pushing "ESC" (if enabled) the alarm stops
sounding. If the cause of the alarm is not resolved after 2 minutes the
buzzer starts to sound again.
8 SET SET key lets you enter the different functions or confirm the data input
going back to the upper level.
9-10LEFT/RIGHT ARROWS Use the arrow keys to scroll the menu: if pressed the following data will
appear on the display:
UV Lamp Residual Lifetime: Shows the operating time of the UV lamp
pre-set by the user with the appropriate keys. The LCD will display (for
example) "UV TIME=XXXX h" . When such time is over, the message
"UV LIFETIME OVER" will appear on the line below.
1, 2, 3 Residual lifetime of filters : it is the operation time of the filters
installed in the cabinet that can be programmed by the user.
The LCD will display (for example)" RES. TIME FILTER 1=XXXX:XX
h:min". When such time is over, the message "CHECK FILTER (i.e.) 1".
will appear on the line below.
The filters installed in the cabinet follow the numbering listed below

TYPE of FILTER NUMBER

MAIN HEPA 1

EXHAUST HEPA (Option) 2

ACTIVE CARBON (Option) 3

LAF Power: it is shown indirectly by the power supply voltage of the

motor, expressed as percentage of max. load voltage displayed also in
proportion by a bar.
The display shows the notice(es.): "MOT.LAF = XX % " (max.100%).

Operating Time: Shows the operating time of the cabinet from the
moment when the main switch is positioned on "I"
The LCD will display (for example) "WORK TIME=XXXXXh”. This value
cannot be reset.
11 ALARM When an alarm occurs the red LED lights up.
12 LIGHT This switches on the fluorescent light; when enabled, the display shows
"Light on". Switching on the fluorescent light automatically the UV lamp
switches off.

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13 SOCKET This supplies voltage; when enabled, if the PCB for the automatic
regulation is installed the display shows "POWER ON". The global current
for all the sockets installed on the cabinet is 4 Amps.
14 FUEL GAS Due to the small dimension of SmartFAST cabinet the use of fuel gas with
Bunsen burner is forbidden.
15 DISPLAY (optional) Rearlight liquid crystal "LCD" display composed of 2 lines of 20 characters
each showing the operating parameters and alarms.

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4.E OPERATOR MENU (OPTIONAL)

It’s possible enter the operator menu, with the cabinet in stand-by mode and when the cabinet is switched on, by pressing at the same time the keys “ESC” (7) and “ARROW UP” (6).
Entering the operator menu while the ventilation is running it’s possible to set only the “ALARM CLOCK” and the “TIMER”.

STAND-BY MODE

PASSWORD
ESC + UP arrow

OPERATOR MENU TIMER SET UP

Timer set up hh:mm

OPERATOR MENU ALARM CLOCK SET UP ALARM CLOCK SET UP

Alarm clock set up Enable YES/NO Date and hour

OPERATOR MENU UV PROGRAM UV PROGRAM

UV program Duration: hh:mm ON: Date and hour

OPERATOR MENU UV LAMP

UV residual time SET UP XXXX

OPERATOR MENU SET FILTER 1 SET FILTER 2 SET FILTER 3

Filter residual time Set XXXX Set XXXX Set XXXX

OPERATOR MENU LANGUAGE LANGUAGE LANGUAGE LANGUAGE LANGUAGE

Language Italiano English Francais Deutsch Espanol

OPERATOR MENU SET UP THE CLOCK

Set up the clock Date and hour

OPERATOR MENU CURRENT PASSWORD: SET UP PASSWORD: VERIFIY PASSWORD:

Change Password Psw: Psw: Psw:

OPERATOR MENU
Alarms display

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UV LAMP RESIDUAL LIFETIME:

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “UV LAMP RESIDUAL LIFETIME.” and press "SET" [10] key; the display will show:

UV LAMP RESIDUAL LIFETIME

set XXXX

• where XXXX shows the number of the hours set for lifetime of the UV lamp.
• Use the “up and down arrow” keys to adjust the hours parameter
• Then press the "SET" key [8] to confirm the data and/or go back to previous menu
• To conclude programming, press ESC” [7] key.

FILTERS RESIDUAL LIFETIME:

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu
• select “FILTERS RESIDUAL LIFETIME.” and press "SET" [8] key; the display will show:

FILTER 1 RESIDUAL LIFETIME

set XXXX
where XXXX shows the number of the hours set for lifetime of the FILTER 1
• Use the “up and down arrow” keys to adjust the hours parameter
• Then press the "SET" key [8] to confirm the data and pass to filter 2 and so on up to filter 5 (as
for relation between number and type of filter see table par. 4C)
• To conclude programming, press ESC” [7] key.

LANGUAGE SELECTION

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “LANGUAGE” and press the “SET” key and the following message will be shown on the
display:

LANGUAGE
English

• With the “up and down arrow” keys select the desired language (Italian, English, French, German,
Spanish).
• Press the “SET” key to confirm and exit the “LANGUAGE” menu.
• press “ESC” [7] keyto go out.

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SET UP THE CLOCK

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu
• select “SET UP THE CLOCK.” and press "SET" [8] key; the display will show:

SET UP THE CLOCK

set XXXX

• Use the “left and right arrow” keys to select the desired parameter and set it using the “up and down
arrow” keys
• Then press the "SET" key to confirm the data and/or go back to previous menu
• To conclude programming, press ESC” [7] key.

PASSWORD CHANGE

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “PASSWORD CHANGE” and press "SET" [8] key; the display will show:
CURRENT
PSW:
• digit the present Password then press “SET” key
SET UP PASSWORD
PSW:
• digit the new Password then press “SET” key
VERIFY PASSWORD
PSW:
• digit the password again and then press “SET” key to confirm the data and/or go back to previous
menu
• To conclude programming, press ESC” [7] key.

DISPLAY OF HISTORICAL FILES

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “ALARMS DISPLAY ” and press "SET" [8] key;
• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys to scroll through the list of the possible troubles happened . The list is in
chronological order and contains up to 64 voices
• To conclude programming, press ESC” [7] key.

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ALARM CLOCK

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “ALARM CLOCK” and press "SET" [8] key; the display will show:

Alarm clock set up

Set up XXXX

• Use the “left and right arrow” keys to select the desired parameter and set it using the “up and down
arrow” keys
• Then press the "SET" key to confirm the data and/or go back to previous menu
• Press “ESC” to abort the procedure
• When the set time is reached the buzzer start to ring and the display show this message
ALARM CLOCK
ALARM
• Press the “ESC” key to silence the acoustic signal

TIMER SET UP

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “TIMER SET UP” and press "SET" [8] key; the display will show:

Timer set up
Set up XXXX

• Use the “left and right arrow” keys to select the desired parameter and set it using the “up and down
arrow” keys
• Then press the "SET" key to confirm the data and/or go back to previous menu
• Press “ESC” to abort the procedure
• At the end of the countdown the buzzer start to ring and the display will show this message:

TIMER
ALARM
• Press the “ESC” key to silence the acoustic signal

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UV TIMER

• use "UP/DOWN arrow" keys [5/6] to choice the desired menu

• select “UV TIMER” and press "SET" [8] key; the display will show:

UV TIMER
Duration XXXX

• Use the “left and right arrow” keys to select the desired parameter and set it using the “up and down
arrow” keys
• Then press the "SET" key to confirm the data
• The display shows:
UV TIMER
DATE XXXX

• Use the “left and right arrow” keys to select the desired parameter and set it using the “up and down
arrow” keys
• Then press the "SET" key to confirm the data and/or go back to previous menu

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5 HOUR COUNTER / UV TIMER (Optional)

Available only in English language.

5.A Hours counter

During the standard operating of the cabinet the display shows:

The hour counter starts when the ventilation is switched ON and stop when the ventilation is turned OFF
It is possible RESET the hour counter pressing in sequence the following keys:

ESC – Arrow down – Arrow up – SET

After this the display will show this message:

WORKTIME RESET
Confirm? No

Change the answer with the arrow keys and press SET

5.B UV Timer

When the UV key is pressed on the display the following message will appear.

Now with the arrow keys, it is possible set the time for the UV lamp; when SET is pressed the countdown
starts and when it reaches “0:00” the UV lamp switches off (if the operator sets the time “0:00” the UV lamp
still turned ON until the UV key is pressed again).
If necessary press the UV key to switch off the UV lamp before the countdown reaches “0:00”

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5.C Energy save

The hours counter/UV timer PCB has the function: Energy save:
When the cabinet is in Stand by mode, after few minutes the display switch OFF (only the green led still
remain lighted).
To switch on the display it is necessary press any key

The functions of this PCB are available only in English language.

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6 WASTE TREATMENT OF DISPOSAL

DISPOSAL OF ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES

INFORMATION FOR EUROPEAN UNION USER

This symbol on the device means that when it needs to be disposed, it must be
handled separately from urban waste.
At the moment of the disposal, contact the dealer, to receive information about the
collect and disposal in accordance with the laws in force in the country.

Appropriate disposal of this product will help to prevent potential negative effects on health and environment
and to promote re-use and / or recycling of materials of the equipment.
The improper disposal of the product by holder involves the application of sanctions in accordance with the
regulations in their own country.
INFORMATION FOR USERS OUTSIDE THE EUROPEAN UNION
This symbol is valid only in the European Union If you want to dispose this product, contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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7 LIMITATIONS
PRECAUTIONS for the correct use of the cabinet
Listed below are the most important guidelines to be followed and the main substances to be avoided to
ensure the correct use of the SmartFAST cabinet:
NEVER USE chlorine-based substances (e.g. sodium hypochlorite) as they are corrosive for the metal
structure of the cabinet, and in particular for stainless steel parts.
When the nature of the work carried out under the cabinet changes completely or following an accidental
spilling of pathogenic material, STOP working and start again only after having cleaned and sterilized the
cabinet,
DO NOT use ethanol as a sterilizing substance if a heat source is used under the cabinet,
DO NOT use cosmetic powders, nail polish, hairspray or cosmetics in general during work,
DO NOT eat, drink or smoke in the work zone,
AVOID substances that release explosive vapor.

In addition, when working with the cabinet, AVOID:

• the introduction of extraneous material
• the introduction of paper or cloth that might clog the holes of the work surface
• working in the part of the work surface near the front opening of the cabinet (longitudinally slotted
zone)
• putting the hands or any object between the absolute filter and the sterile material
• working under the cabinet if the airflow has not yet been activated, i.e. when the display "STAND-BY"
appears, indicating that the motor-fans are not yet on. After the cabinet is switched on, and if the
work requires special sterile conditions, chemical sterilization of the work chamber must be carried
out using a cloth soaked in bactericide. Then wait for 20-30 minutes for the bactericide to take effect.
• using in the work zone large-size bunsen burners, as the flame might damage the absolute filter
located in the upper part of the working area
• (if the Biohazard kit is not installed) manipulating pathogenic material included in the categories
indicated for Biohazard cabinets Class II according to EN-12469.

Before opening the front window be sure that the inside of the cabinet has been properly decontaminated; in
fact this part can be potentially dangerous for the operator’s hands as well as for the laboratory air, which
comes directly into contact with, after opening the front window.

ATTENTION: the UV radiations emitted by the germicidal UV lamp can cause erythemas and
conjunctivitis. Avoid exposure of skin and eyes to direct radiation

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8 OPERATING PROCEDURES

8.A PRELIMINARY CHECKS

Before carrying out any type of work, the following conditions should be verified:
– that the cabinet power cable is connected to a power point at a suitable voltage and frequency as per
instructions shown on the label stuck near the electric cable
– that all alarm lights are off
– that the work area inside the cabinet is free from materials used during the previous session.

– that the cabinet has been sterilized in case of change in the nature of work to be carried out

8.B SWITCHING ON the SmartFAST CABINET

To start the cabinet, proceed as indicated below:
1. turn on the light by pushing the blue button [10] (If the UV lamp [2] is on, it switches off)
2. press the main key I/0 [1] (see chapter 4D.) and enter the password to switch on the cabinet.
3. after 40 seconds of stand-by, the cabinet is ready for work.
4. wait for 5 minutes before starting work
5. during this period of time, introduce into the internal work zone of the cabinet only the materials which
are indispensable for the job at hand.
All movements made under the laminar air-flow cabinet should be parallel to the work surface, taking care to
work in the middle of the table to avoid upstream contamination (for instance, when taking a sample from a
bottle, hold the bottle gently but firmly with one hand, keeping it slightly inclined, and work with the other hand,
so that the air that comes into contact with the hand does not directly contact the inside, but rather the outside
of the bottle).

8.C SWITCHING OFF the SmartFAST CABINET

At the end of the work session, proceed as follows:
1. remove the material from the internal work chamber *
2. clean the work surface and the inside walls of the chamber, as indicated in the "Cleaning Instructions"
section (chapter 9A)
3. Let the laminar air-flow cabinet run for 20-30 minutes after the work is over (if no UV lamp is installed)
4. turn off the light by pushing the blue key [12]
5. press “I/0” [1] key switch and enter the password for switching off the cabinet (5 – 4 then press “SET”).
6. close the front opening with the special closing plug and switch on the germicide lamp (optional) by
pushing the "U.V." yellow key.

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9 MAINTENANCE

9.A INSTRUCTION FOR DAILY CLEANING OF VERTICAL LAMINAR FLOW CABINETS (care
of users)

Clean the outside of the SmartFAST cabinet, made from varnished iron-carbon steel sheet, with a damp cloth
soaked up with soapy water or special products for varnished metal surfaces commonly available.
Clean-sterilize the internal working chamber with a bactericide agent chosen according to the type of micro-
organism manipulated (e.g.: ethanol, phenolic compositions, aldehydes, quaternary ammonium salts, etc.).
For an efficient cleaning, spray the bactericide agent on the back wall and the perforated work surface.
In case of spillage during working, clean the work surface, then remove it using the small grips fixed on
same, clean the spilled materials contained in the collection tank located under the table and remove the
spillage by means of blotting paper.

We suggest for cleaning the utilization of a 70% ethanol solution or a solution of other bacteriostatic agents
included in the drug-book.

N.B.: never use solutions containing free chlorine (for instance sodium hypochlorite), which would
trigger corrosion phenomena on steel, causing irreparable damages to the cabinet structure.

IMPORTANT: Before carrying out the following operations of replacement, disconnect the cabinet
from the power supply

9.B HEPA FILTER REPLACEMENT (care of technical assistance personnel)

For the safety of the personnel and the environment, the use of PVC gloves is recommended as well
as the collection of the replaced HEPA filters in polyethylene bags.

1) Disconnect the cabinet from the main.

2) Unscrew the screws [6] and remove the upper panel [3]
3) Rotate the knobs [9] to release the HEPA filter
4) Replace the HEPA filter [5]
5) For reassembly reverse the above instructions, taking care of:
a. not tightening nuts [9] too much
b. replace the old gasket

N.B : Gaskets shall be EPDM of the closed-cell type and have no interstices in the joining points.
Gaskets from neoprene, hypalon, etc. may be replaced by CAF-type non-adhesive silicone.

Important: After replacing filters, proceed to the calibration of motor-fan velocity, and perform also a
control with a particle-meter

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9.C REPLACEMENT OF MOTOR-FAN (by technical assistance personnel)

1) Disconnect the cabinet from the electrical supply

2) Unscrew the screws [6] and remove the upper panel [3]
3) Disconnect the electric connections of the motor blower
4) Unscrew the fastening bolts [8]
5) Remove the motor-fan [7].
6) For reassembly, reverse the above instructions

9.D REPLACEMENT OF FLUORESCENT LAMPS (by user)

1) Disconnect the cabinet from the electrical supply

2) Unscrew the bolts [5] and remove the front panel [4]
3) Put the front panel on the top of the cabinet, take care to don’t scratch the cabinet or the panel
4) Replace the lamp [11]
5) For reassembly, reverse the above instructions

9.E REPLACEMENT OF UV GERMICIDE LAMP (optional) (by user)

1) Disconnect the UV electric connection.
2) Remove lamp protection grid from the closure front panel.
3) Replace germicide lamp.
4) Fasten protection grid.

N.B. During the installation of the new lamp, special care should be paid to handling, avoiding to
leave fingerprints on the lamp.

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9.F LIST OF SPARE PARTS

ITEM DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

V50000000060 6102FW DDM 133/190 7725C0 1
V50000100140 Absolute HEPA filter, 305 x 762 x 69mm 1
V20000051180 Lampholder 18W 1
V20000006020 18W fluorescent lamp 1
V20000006900 Line filter FN2070-10/06 1
V30000008000 Power card PWLAF 1
V30000005200 Keyboard 1
K60012130700 Side glass 2
K60012130900 Frontal upper glass 1
K60012131000 Frontal lower glass 1
ACCESSORIES
V20000006060 20W UV lamp 1
V20000004325 Socket 1
V30000008100 CPULAF card 1
V30000008300 Hour counter card 1
V01000019000 Pressure gauge 1
F87006006000 Charcoal filter additional filter 450x300x30 1
V50000000900 Anemometric fan (154mm) 1
V50000100140 Exhaust HEPA filter 1

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10 TROUBLESHOOTING - Probable malfunction causes
PROBLEM
Cabinet does not work
Alarm: “HEPA filters check”
“minimum LAF alarm”.
[Possible contamination of the
product but protection of the
environment]
“Black-out ” Alarm
(probable exchange of air
between the work chamber and
the outside and possible
contamination of the
environment)
Alarm “Sensors failure”
Alarm: “No encoder input LAF”
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CAUSE REMEDY
– the electricity supply has – check the voltage input to the
been cut off at the mains cabinet
– Electronic board out of – Replace PCB
order
– Replace fuses
– Blown fuse(s)
Main HEPA filter clogged Replace HEPA filter
HEPA filters clogged . Replace HEPA filters.
The main motor-fan does not Check the terminal voltage of the
work power card of the main motor-fan
Check F7 fuse on the power card
Replace the power card
Replace the microprocessor card
Blackout Check the feeding cable, the
connection plug/socket, the
power supply line
Press “ESC” [7] key to silence the
alarm
Failure of sensor XX Replace XX sensor.
No signal from LAF flow Replace the LAF sensor
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11 TRANSPORT, PACKING and STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: Disconnect power and sterilize before doing any of following operations

Following indications are essential in case the end user needs to transport, pack and storage cabinets after a
first period of routine functions (e.g. laboratory/plant moving):
• ¨Disconnect gas/vacuum inlet
• ¨Remove and film with a protective cover the work surface
• In case the cabinet is moved from a laboratory to another in the same building:
by means of table with wheels: it is sufficient to put the cabinet on the table avoiding to turn it on
a side or on the back panel.
by means of a forklift: put the cabinet on a pallet to ensure good conditions of stability and to
protect the liquid basin under the cabinet against damages for transport.
• Pay attention not to damage projecting parts (e.g.: gas/vacuum taps, exhaust duct) when passing
through door/window-ways
• If the cabinet must be kept temporarily unused at the final destination , film the cabinet itself with a
protective cover (bubble cover) paying attention to protect also the exhaust pipe, especially from dust
• On the contrary, we recommend extreme caution on long-distance movings carried out by
forwarding agents (e.g. change of address): we suggest to use packages of characteristics equal to
original ones - supplied by the manufacturer with the cabinet, features as follows:

Wooden pallets of the following dimensions:

89 x 73 x 12 cm

Carton basement to be laid on the pallet of the following dimensions:

86,5 x 70,5 x 1 cm

Bubble cover to wrap and protect the cabinet from dust

Package in carton of the following dimension:

88 x 72 x 81 cm

Steel strap and clips

During transport pay attention to maintain the package in vertical position (i.e. the pallet at the bottom)
The cabinet (with or without the package) must be kept in a place ensuring following environmental
conditions:
¨ -min. temperature: 0°C
-max. temperature: 70°C
-max. humidity: 90%.

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12 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

12.A GUARANTEE
The guarantee for vertical laminar air-flow benches model SmartFAST is 24 months from date invoice.
The limitations of the guarantee established by Faster S.r.l. concern, besides the cases indicated in Chapter
7 relating to improper use of cabinet by user, also several contra-indications in the instruction manual, among
which the following are reminded:
¨ installation in a place not conforming to the instructions
¨ wrong feed voltage
¨ bad earth connection
¨ utilization of chlorine or its derivatives, incompatible with stainless steels, for cleaning the cabinet,
¨ tampering or changes made by the client
¨ tampering cabinet with any type of tool
¨ wrong connection between electric socket and feed cable
¨ wrong connection between gas cock or electro-valve and gas mains

12.B ADDRESS OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE (by of distributor)

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13 GUIDE-DRAWING FOR MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS

LEGENDA
1 Work surface
2 Work chamber
3 Upper panel
4 Frontal panel
5 Frontal panel screws
6 Upper panel screws
7 Motor fan
8 Motor fan screws
9 Knobs
10 HEPA filter
11 Lamp
12 Frontal glass

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14 SMARTFAST FRONT DIAGRAM

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14.A SMARTFAST SIDE DIAGRAM

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15 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM OF SUPPORT TABLE

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x4 x4

2 3

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16 SENSORS LIST

PLUG Software name Description

J4-CPULAF S0 Air flow sensor

J3- CPULAF S1
J2- CPULAF S2

J3-PWLAF S3 Magnetic sensor for U.V.

J2- PWLAF S4 Proximity switch for U.V.

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J2
J3 J1
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J10

J4

J27

J3 J4 J5 J7 J9

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CAD AUTOCAD LT
SmartFAST
Rev. 01
Data 04/04/2011
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DESCRIPTION QUANTITY SMARTFAST NOTE

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18 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The undersigned legal representative of the company Faster S.r.l. hereby declares that the follow products:

SmartFAST

are in compliance with the following directives:

2006/42/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery

2004/108/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the approximation of the
laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility

2006/95/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonisation of the
laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain
voltage limits

and with the following standards:

ISO 14644-1 Cleanrooms and associated controlled environments: Part 1: Classification of air
cleanliness.
EN 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory
use Part 1: general requirements
EN 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use EMC requirements

and, according to the above-mentioned directives, the CE IIA mark has been applied.

The undersigned also declares that the person who is authorised to compile the relevant technical
documentation is Mr.:
Ing. Pietro Bascapè

Faster S.r.l.
Maria Giulia Turzi
Chairman of the board

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