LABCONCO PURICARE™ BEDDING DISPOSAL STATIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
      A. Animal research enclosures specially designed for bedding disposal in laboratory vivariums.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
      A. Section 11600 - Laboratory Equipment.
      B. Section 11611 – Rodent Procedures Station
      C. Section 11612 – Rodent Cage Changing Station.
      D. Section 11613 -- Rodent Cage Changing Station.
      E. Section 12351 -- Laboratory Casework.
      F. Section 15145 -- Plumbing Piping.
      G. Section 15810 - Ducts.
      H. Section 16150 - Equipment Wiring.

1.3 REFERENCES
      A. EC 89/336 - Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive; European Council.
      B. CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use, Part 1:  General Requirements; CSA International.
      C. IEC 61010-1 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use - Part 1:  General Requirements; International Electrotechnical Commission.
      D. UL 61010-1 - Electrical Equipment for Laboratory Use; Part 1: General Requirements; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
      F. National Sanitation Foundation (NSF International)

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
      A. General:
          1. Rodent cage bedding disposal stations for laboratory vivariums. The stations provide personnel and environmental protection from particulates such as allergens during cage bedding disposal.
      B. Design Features and Requirements:
          1. Access opening: 3.5" wide x 2.5" high
          2. Work surface shall have 12" square receptacle with extruded plastic trim ring to cushion cages as they are emptied.
      C. Performance Requirements:
          1. Enclosure to operate with nominal inflow velocity of 50 - 60 feet per minute (fpm).

1.5 SUBMITTALS
      A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
      B. Product Data: Manufacturer's product data, including physical properties and application instructions.
      C. Shop Drawings: Prepared specifically for this project; show dimensions and interface with other products.
      D. Samples for initial selection: Manufacturer's color chip sample showing epoxy-coated steel.
      E. Test Reports: Refer to Quality Assurance provisions for standards that require test report submittal.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
      A. Manufacturer Qualifications:  
          1. Firm that maintains a testing facility at manufacturer's place of business.
          2. Enclosures are manufactured in the U.S.A.
      B. Product Qualifications: 
          1. 115-volt models meet or exceed requirements of UL 61010-1 (formerly UL 3101-1) and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1.
          2. 115-volt models are ETL-listed.
          3. 230-volt models have CE conformity marking as tested by Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc: Electrical Safety Standard: IEC 1010-1 and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive: 89/336/EEC.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
      A. Deliver, store and handle in a manner to prevent damage to units or adjacent work.

1.8 WARRANTY
      A. Warrant against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty does not include replacement of filters and lamps.
      B. Warranty Period:  3 years from date of installation or 4 years from date of purchase, whichever anniversary date is earlier.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER AND PRODUCT
      A. PuriCare(tm) Bedding Disposal Station as manufactured by Labconco Corporation, 8811 Prospect Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64132.  ASD.  Tel:  (816) 333-8811 or (800) 821-5525.  Fax:  (816) 363-0130.
      B. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
      C. Substitutions: Not permitted.
      D. Provide specified products from a single manufacturer.

2.2 MATERIALS
      A. Steel Sheet: Commercial-quality, 18 gauge, cold-rolled, carbon-steel sheet, roller leveled to stretcher-leveled flatness.
      B. Stainless Steel Sheet: Type 304, stretcher leveled, brushed and polished finish.
      C. Paint Finish: Baked on, dry powder, electrostatic applied epoxy resin.
          1. Glacier white and slate gray.

2.3 ENCLOSURE
      A. Size:
          1. Overall dimensions: 36.00" wide x 35.00" deep x 75.75" high. 
          2. Interior dimensions: 34.25" wide x 28.00" deep x 23.00" high.
      B. Construction:.
          1. Exterior: 18 gauge, 0.048 inch (1.2 mm) cold-rolled steel sheet with baked-on, electrostatically-applied, dry powder epoxy coating.
          2. Interior sides, back, upper panel, rear baffle and work surface: Type 304, brushed stainless steel. 
          3. Waste container: 40 gallon. NSF-listed. Industrial-strength, low density polyethylene. Holds standard-size liners.
          4. Waste container platform: High density polyethylene with 3" diameter casters. Locking mechanism secures waste container to platform with 1/8 turn of container.

2.4 POWER AND UTILITIES
      A. Electrical Service: 115 volts, 60 Hz.
          1. Bearing ETL Testing Laboratories seal demonstrating compliance with UL 61010-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No.1010.1.
      B. Electrical Service: 230 volts, 50 Hz.
          1. Tested by Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc: Electrical Safety Standard: IEC 1010-1 and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive: 89/336/EEC.
      C. Power Cord and Plug (115 volt models only): 3-wire, 10 feet long. 230 volt model 3-wire power cord, without plug.
      D. Fluorescent Light: One, 20-watt. Accessible from front for replacement.

2.5 AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM
      A. Exhaust Filter: Industry-standard size, HEPA filters; 99.99 percent efficient on particles 0.000012 inch (0.3 micrometers) or larger, without requiring modification for installation.
      B. Prefilter: Traps large particles to extend HEPA filter life. Accessible without tools. 
      C. Exhaust Filter: Activated carbon and alumina to trap odor and low molecular weight contaminants. Top-mounted. Replaceable from the front.
      D. Two variable speed exhaust blowers with solid state control: Sized for low power consumption.
      E. Two-light filter condition indicator: Monitors differential pressure cross the prefilter and HEPA filer. Green light indicates normal filter condition. Amber light indicates that service is required.
      F. Light and blower switches: Mounted on front panel above work area.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION 
      A. Verify equipment rough-in before proceeding with work.
      B. Coordinate with other trades for proper installation of plumbing and electrical services and for rough opening dimensions required for installation.

3.2 INSTALLATION
      A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions; comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.
      B. Install equipment plumb, square, and straight, without distortion; securely anchor.
      C. Schedule installation to ensure that utility connections are achieved in an orderly and expeditious manner.

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
      A. Provide a qualified independent certifier to certify enclosure cabinet before use, performing tests recommended in NSF 49.

3.4 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
      A. Clean equipment, casework, countertops, and other surfaces as recommended by manufacturer, leaving work in like new appearance.
      B. Clean adjacent construction and surfaces soiled in the course of installation of this work.
      C. Touch up minor damaged surfaces caused by installation.  Replace damaged components as directed by Architect.

3.5 PROTECTION
      A. Provide protective measures to prevent exposure to construction activity that might cause damage.