The E.S.P. program (Erlab Safety Program) was set up to guarantee your safety. We would remind you that it is important to have the safety parameters validated before using the device for the first time and whenever it is used for a different application.
In order to benefit from Erlab extension of warranty offer, the following conditions shall be respected: Warranty applicability is subject to the respect of the Erlab’ general terms and conditions of sale and following requirements: • The registration and/or the connection of the product shall be performed within the twelve months from the purchase date ;...
User Manual Start up Calibrating the electronic anemometer 1- Press silmutaneously the main switch while switching on the main swith on the back of the control panel (off:O, ON:I) Press it silmutaneously Main general switch Mute button 2- Release immediately the mute button. A beep will proove the unit has started the calibration mode. LEDS lights will blink fastly without any sound during 5min.
Captair Smart Having carefully followed the steps described in the installation guide, your Captair Smart fume hood is now ready to use. The power switch is located at the back of the control panel Note: we recommend never turning off the main device power switch after the machine as been started for the first time.
User Manual Description of the control module 1 - Switch on fan and lights in hood 2 - Silence the alarm (Mute key) 3 - Keycode to indicate which alarm is active 4 - Smart-Light that pulses when in alarm 5 - Pegs to hold the sash fully open Smart Technology gives you an easily identifiable method of communication about the containment, performance, and filter...
Page 8
> the sensi- (Molecode S/A/F tivity option) setting for a period of 40s. 3 beeps Please get in touch with Erlab or your Press Mute 5 seconds Pulses usual maintenance contact. apart The filter(s) has/ have reached Replace filter the end of their service life/lives.
User Manual eGuard App Welcome to a safer connected world The connectivity of Captair Smart fume hoods allows you to monitor all your safety settings remotely. After registering your product on line, download eGuard App and: - Stay in touch wherever you are - Receive safety alerts - Access your statistics usage - Make the most of an exclusive warranty program...
Page 10
Parameters Monitoring + Controlling Monitoring Monitoring + Controlling Data access One unit Multiple units Multiple units Historical data access Historical data download Alerts Multiple units monitoring Multiple user accounts Automatized status report (except if local connection) Download available on www.erlab.com...
User Manual Options of connection Embedded service RJ45 Mobile or computer app Flash the QR code to access usage datas of the device. Accessing the Administrator interface To monitor the parameters and modify the settings of the unit In order to connect: •...
Page 12
You enter the « Status » page and you can have access to the « Settings » using the following Apply the following procedure credentials: Login : erlab / Password : smart Please go to page 16 Page is not accessible Modify computer network parameters...
Page 13
User Manual Access to the Network and sharing center Left click Access to the network connection N.B : This confirms your WIFI is Right click disconnected! Left click to access properties...
Page 14
Captair Smart Enter compatible network parameters as indicated below Left click Left click...
Page 15
Open your web browser again, type again the following IP address 192.168.0.200 and validate OK : You are connected to the embedded software • You enter the « Status » page and you can have access to the « Settings » using the following credentials: : Login : erlab / Password : smart...
Captair Smart Administrator interface description Status page details Choose active interface page Device ID: Model Device ID: serial number, MAC address, device status Unit location Molecode Option Gauge: indicates the saturation level of the main carbon filter(s) Fan Gauge: indicates the fan status Air Face Velocity: indicates the air face velocity Device use time since fan was last started Device alarm statuses (see alarm triggering conditions)
Page 17
User Manual Access to the settings is protected by the following credentials: User name: erlab Password: smart...
Page 18
Captair Smart Settings page details Device time and date settings Device network settings Mode: Selected IP protocol Hostname: Device name on network IP: IP address of the device MASK: network mask GW: Network gateway Modify network settings : Default mode : DHCP Each unit is identified with its hostname : ER-UNIT-S/N Hostname example for a Captair 321 Smart, S/N: 25698 Hosname will be: ER-321-25698...
Page 19
User Manual Log page details Displays the device’s event log Used for downloading the log in .csv format...
Captair Smart Fan setpoints per filtration column type Unit / Type of filtration column 1C1P 1P1C 1P1C1P 1P2C 2C1P 1800 2200 2500 2550 2800 2800 2800 2600...
User Manual Procedure for automatic detection for the saturation of a molecular filter using acetone Acetone evaporates easily and quickly at room temperature and can be used as a tracer to check mocular filters saturation. Following procedure provides three methods to determine activated carbon filters saturation, evaporating a small amount of acetone withing the Captair Smart fume hood and using either a colorimetric tube for acetone, Molecode S saturation sensor or a PID device.
Page 22
Captair Smart -European - North American fan connection: fan connection: Turn on the unit and start ventilation Remove sample port cork and connect hose Pour 5 mL of acetone on an absorbing cloth placed to the fan box within the fume hood Connect to the appropriate fan box depending on your unit model: 483 / 633 Fan Box...
User Manual Proceed with air sampling following manufacturer’s recommendation If test result is positive to acetone, change filter(s) Saturation detection using PID Device: Required material : • 5 mL of acetone (not provided) • Absorbing cloth (not provided) • Cup or crucible (not provided) •...
Page 24
Captair Smart -European - North American fan connection: fan connection: Pour 5 mL of acetone on an absorbing cloth placed Remove sample port cork and connect hose within the fume hood to the fan box Connect to the appropriate fan box depending on your unit model: 483 / 633 fan box Carbon filter...
User Manual Saturation detection using Molecode S sensor Required material: • 5 mL of acetone (not provided) • Absorbing cloth (not provided) • Cup or crucible (not provided) Remove protection cover Turn on the unit and start air flow RJ45 Default IP : 192.168.0.200 Pour 5 mL of acetone on an absorbing cloth placed Connect to unit embedded service...
Page 26
Captair Smart Set Molecode sensitivity on ‘high’ Open ‘Status’ page Check filtration efficiency If needle is in red area, change filter(s)
User Manual Replacing the filters Your device is equipped with FLEX™ filter technology that was configured to the user’s protection needs when the device was purchased. The configuration of the filter column is dependent on the applications carried out in the enclosure. These applications may change over time.
Page 28
Captair Smart The table below summarises the different types of carbon filters that Erlab® offers along with their fields of application. For organic vapors Type AS Multi-application for acid and organic vapors Type BE + For ammonia vapors Type K...
Page 29
User Manual The «Revolving» System Molecular filter replacement ( The “revolving system” may be used with following Flex™ technology types 2C / 1P2C / 2C1P) This simple concept involves placing one chamber equipped with a molecular detection system between two filters having the same capacity.
Page 30
Captair Smart Example: 392 Smart Example: 321 Smart Remove the protective shields on either side of the hood Switch off the fume hood - European fan connection: Disconnect the power supply to the fan hood followed by the fan module hose (if the device is fitted with a type A or F Molecode) - North American fan connection: Disconnect the power supply to the fan hood...
Page 31
User Manual Models Captair 321 - 391 - 481 Smart 1. Identify wich column configuration below applies to your hood. (See your Valipass label) 2. Unstack the filtration column(s) above the fume hood. 3. After carrefuly removing the filters from their packaging, assemble the column per the configuration below. 4.
Page 32
Captair Smart - European fan connection: When reassembling the filtration column, be sure that the fan module is positioned correctly to access your connection points. Reconnect the power supply to the fan hood and the hose to the sampling port. (If the device is fitted with a type A or F Molecode) - North American fan connection: When reassembling the filtration column, be...
Page 33
User Manual Models Captair 392 - 483 - 633 - 714 Smart 1. Identify wich column configuration below applies to your hood. (See your Valipass label) 2. Unstack the filtration column(s) above the fume hood. 3. After carrefuly removing the filters from their packaging, assemble the column per the configuration below. 4.
Page 34
Captair Smart - European fan connection: Fa n mo dul e 483 - 633 F a n mo d u l e Fa n m od ule Fa n m od ule F an m o dule Fan m od ule Fa n module Fa n m o d u l e Fa n modul e...
Page 35
User Manual - North American fan connection: F a n m od ule 483 - 633 F a n mo d u l e Fa n mo d ule Fan m odu le F an m o dule Fan m odul e Fa n module F a n m o d u l e Fa n modul e...
To ensure their safety, we invite users who have not had their application validated via the VALIQUEST questionnaire or whose device is not covered by a VALIPASS usage certificate, to contact ERLAB or their usual distributor to arrange a new usage validation for the device in question.
The change requires less than one hour. Erlab Maintenance department and accredited partners can provide this service. (service not available in all countries) For further information, please get in touch with your contact person or Erlab dealer/distributor or visit our website Admissible weighs on working surfaces...
Captair Smart Cleaning and maintenance Mechanical item checks Hinges Hinges must be properly attached and must allow any items on the front side of the hood to be instantly and easily lifted upward. Acrylic Parts: These parts must be clean; white streaks or spatters indicate rather heavy use of acid (hydrochloric acid) or products handled at a high temperature.
Page 39
We provide safety, we protect your health Erlab invented the ductless fume hood in 1968. With more than 45 years of experience in the field of chemical filtration and protection of laboratory personnel; we know the formula for safety. With Erlab, you will never have to wonder or worry if our products are safe.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Captair Smart 321 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers