3MTM Steri-VacTM

Ethylene Oxide Sterilizers, Aerators and Abator

Product
For Industrial Applications
Profile
Table of Contents
Product Descriptions ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Technical Data ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Installation......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Methods .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Product Safety Information ................................................................................................................................................................. 5

Building Codes ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Availability ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Maintainence .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Technical Service .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Detail Drawings ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 8

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 Steri-Vac Cycle (Process) Parameters: The 5XL and 8XL
Product Descriptions
sterilizers are programmed with default Warm (55°C) and
Cool (37°C) sterilization cycles. The typical ethylene oxide
This technical product profile includes information on the
concentration (empty chamber) for the 5XL is 735 mg/l
following products:
(using 4-100 SteriGas cartridge). The typical ethylene oxide
3M™ Steri-Vac™ 5XL Gas Sterilizer/Aerator concentration (empty chamber) for the 8XL is 762 mg/l
3M™ Steri-Vac™ 8XL Gas Sterilizer/Aerator (using the 8-170 SteriGas cartridge).

3M™ Steri-Vac™ XL and XLS Aerators

3M Steri-Vac 5XL Sterilizer/Aerator
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3M™ EO Abator Gas Gas Final

Humidification Injection Exposure Vacuum Purge
PreConditioning

Background Information: Steri-Vac ethylene oxide gas 100 100

sterilizer and aerator systems are designed to be used 90 90

80 80
with 3M™ Steri-Gas™ Ethylene Oxide Gas Cartridges to
70 70
provide a safe and effective low temperature sterilization 60 60
process for medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary, and 50 50
40 40
industrial applications. The 5XL and 8XL sterilizers can also
30 30
automatically aerate the processed load in the sterilization 20 20
chamber after sterilization. If preferred, the load can 10 10

be transferred to the XL aerator for aeration thereby 0 0

Relative Humidity (0/0 RH)
Pressure (mBar x 10)
releasing the sterilizer for the next load. Cycle (Chamber) 10-Minute
Temperature (°C) Intervals

3M Steri-Vac sterilizers provide a self contained system Figure 1 — Typical Cycle Profile: 5XL Warm (55°C) Cycle
which only requires power, compressed air and exhaust
vent lines for operation. They do not require floor drains, 3M Steri-Vac 8XL Sterilizer/Aerator
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or bulk tanks of ethylene oxide. No external steam or water Humidification Final

PreCondition Gas Exposure Vacuum Purge
connections are required because each sterilizer has an
internal distilled water tank filled by the operator. The
00 100
sterilizers require minimal floor space and can be installed 90 90
80 80
free standing in a room, or in-wall (see example drawings 70 70
60
on the following pages). The 5XL and 8XL sterilizers may 60
50
50
be ordered with a door on each side of the chamber, 40 40
30 30
facilitating pass-through processing. Mounting frames 20 20
0 10
and finishing facia panels are also available. 0 0

Start of Gas End of Gas 10-Minute

Exposure Exposure Intervals
RH (%)
Pressure (mBar x 10)
Cycle (Chamber) Temperature (°C)

Figure 2 — Typical Cycle Profile: 8XL Cool (37°C) Cycle

*The 8XL standard baskets will not fit in the XL or XLS aerators. Special 8XL half baskets are available. 3
The 5XL and 8XL sterilizers may be supplied with user Parameter Range Increments

adjustable process parameters for industrial applications. This Temperature (°C) 37 to 60°C 1°C
Preheat (time) 0 to 999 minutes 1 minute
will allow modification of certain cycle parameters by the end Heatsink Temperature 95 to 99°C 1°C
Leak Test 0 to 99 minutes 1 minute
user to develop sterilization cycles optimized for the product Leak Limit 0 to 100 mbar 1 mbar
RH Target 30 to 80% 1 %RH
to be sterilized. Verification of efficacy and validation of the RH Iterations (number)* 1 to 250 1 number
cycle are the responsibility of the industrial user. The process RH Inject 100 to 5000 milliseconds 1 millisecond
Vacuum 50 to 200 mbar 1 mbar
parameters that may be adjusted are listed in Table 1 (5XL) Exposure (time) 0 to 2880 minutes 1 minute
Purge Cycles (number) 3 to 5 1 number
and Table 2 (8XL). Locked Aeration** (time) 0 or 3 to 99 hours 30 minutes
Table 1 — Adjustable Process Parameters – 5XL
The 3M EO Abator: The 3M EO Abator is used to * Once the target humidity has been reached the sterilizer will, “RH Iterations” + 1 times: (1) dwell 2 minutes for the load
to absorb the humidity; (2) dwell 10 seconds before reading the humidity; (3) inject more humidity if the humidity is
below the target humidity.
catalytically convert EO exhausted from the sterilizers and ** Minimum is 0 hours if SW2-8 is open or 3 hours if SW2-8 is closed.

aerators to non-hazardous emissions to the atmosphere. The

Parameter Range Increments
3M EO Abator operates at 99.9% efficiency at >1000ppm EO Temperature 37 to 60°C 1°C
in the sterilizer exhaust, and 99.0% efficiency at <1000ppm Preheat (time) 0 to unspecified maximum (> 999) minutes 1 minute
Vacuum 0 to 240 mbar 1 mbar
EO in the sterilizer exhaust. The abator must be mounted Humidity (%) 0 to 95% 1 %RH
Gas Exposure (time) 0 to unspecified maximum (> 999) minutes 1 minute
securely in a well-ventilated, weatherproof area away from Table 2 — Adjustable Process Parameters – 8XL
ignition sources and personnel traffic. Install the abator in
locations where temperatures will not fall below 0°C (32°F). XL or XLS 1

Property 5XL Sterilizer 8XL Sterilizer Model 50 Abator

Aerator
Indoor installation is recommended. Proper service space UL UL UL
CUL CUL CUL ETL
clearance must be maintained around each piece of equipment. Standards 2

CE CE CE CSA
C-TICK C-TICK C-TICK
See drawings for more information. The abator indicator Chamber Finish Stainless Steel Anodized Aluminum N/A
Brushed stainless steel door(s). Baked black enamel metal
panel must be mounted within 40m (130 ft.) of the abator unit Exterior Finish on the XL and black anodized aluminum on the 5XL and Baked enamel metal
8XL.
directly adjacent to the sterilizer visible to the operator. The 150 litre 136 litre 223 litre
Chamber Size N/A
(5.3 cu. ft.) (4.8 cu. ft.) (7.9 cu.ft.)
safety vent outlet from the abator or sterilizers must be Width 45cm (18") 43cm (17") 50,8cm (20") N/A
Depth 83cm (32.75") 82,5cm (32.5") 96,5cm (38") N/A
8m (25 ft.) minimum from possible sources of ignition, Height 41cm (15.75") 38cm (15") 47,7cm (18") N/A
Diagonal 102cm (40") 96,5cm (38") N/A
openings, air intakes or pedestrian areas where it exits the Outside Dimensions
Width 76,2cm (30") 76,2cm (30") 93,9cm (37") 82cm (32.3")
buildings. Greater distances may be required due to varying Depth 88,9cm (35") 89,5cm (35.25") 106,6cm (42") 104,8cm (41.25")
58,5cm (23") with
regional and project conditions. Consideration should be Height 62cm (24.5") optional hood 177,8cm (70") 79,6cm (31.32")
69,9cm (27.5")
given to wind direction and flow between buildings, location Net Weight 102 kg (255 lbs.) 127 kg (280 lbs.) 294,8 kg (650 lbs.) 163 kg (360 lbs.)
Shipping Weight 136 kg (300 lbs.) 145 kg (320 lbs.) 340 kg (750 lbs.) 197 kg (435 lbs.)
of adjacent buildings, etc. Duct work materials for ventilation Operating Temp. Exterior
Warm Cycle 55°C (131°F) 55°C (131°F) 55°C (131°F) surface 50°C (122°F)
and exhaust system must be impervious to EO. Abator exhaust Internal 260°C
Cool Cycle 37°C (99°F) 37°C (99°F) 37°C (99°F) (500°F) max., see
ducts must be able to withstand temperatures up to 260°C drawings
Area Heat Radiation 5120 BTU/hr. 5500 BTU/hr. 6150 BTU/hr. 21,500 BTU/hr.
(500°F). Cycle Time (approx.)
Runs with XL, 5XL
with hood warm/cool Varies 2.75 hrs./4.75 hrs. 3.75 hrs./5.5 hrs.
and 8XL 3

without hood warm/cool Varies 5.75 hrs./7.75 hrs. 6.75 hrs./8.5 hrs.
Maximum length of vent line is 91,5m (300 ft.) total. See
Table 3 — Typical Properties — XL, XLS, 5XL, 8XL, Model 50 Abator
Preparatory Work, Methods and detail drawing for more 1. The XLS aerator has the door on the opposite side for use with two door sterilizers.
2. Canadian Standard Association (CSA), Electrical Testing Laboratories (ETL), German Technischer Überwachungs-
information. Verein (TÜV), Underwriters Laboratory (UL).
3. Runs with 2 sterilizers, either 5XL and 8XL combinations, plus 2 XL aerators.

Composition and Materials: See Table 3 for information on

materials and finishes for 5XL, 8XL, XL and abator.

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Limitations: Local regulations may control EO emissions
into the environment. Potential users of Steri-Vac equipment
should seek advice on local requirements. Steri-Vac sterilizers
used alone will vent ethylene oxide to the environment while
those fitted with an abator will vent carbon dioxide and water.

Due to regional, local and project variations, additional

limitations may apply to specific projects. System
requirements should be reviewed and coordinated with
building design by Architects and Engineers of Record.

Applicable Standards: Refer to Table 3.

Sizes: See Table 3 and Table 4. Steri-Vac sterilizer and aerator

systems are compact and highly space efficient.

Technical Data
See Tables 3 through 5 for technical information, installation
requirements and other important data about equipment.

Installation
Preparatory Work: Prior to delivery, a site audit should be
carried out to determine proper location and arrangements In-wall installation of the 3M™ Steri-Vac™
8XL Gas Sterilizer/Aerator
for the sterilizer, aerator, and abator system (if used). A
comprehensive site audit and installation guide is available
from 3M upon request. 3M recommends locating the units
For double wall installations:
in dedicated areas with adequate ventilation (at least 10 air
changes per hour) and away from sources of ignition. The • 5XL: Walls must be 86.6cm (2'–10 1/8") outside face to
services specified in Table 5 (power, compressed air and vent outside face.

lines) should be provided within 1m of the sterilizer’s location. • 8XL: Walls must be 91.4cm (3') outside face to outside face.

Methods: The sterilizer systems can be installed free-standing For in-wall installations, the wall thickness must be 7.6cm
in a room or in-wall. (3") minimum.

Wall openings for in-wall installation: Product Safety Information: Refer to operator’s manual and
Material Safety Data Sheets available from manufacturer for
• XL or 5XL: 106cm (3'–6") wide and 198cm (6'–5") high.
health and safety information.
• 8XL: 101.6cm (3'–4") wide and 182.8cm (6') high.
Steri-Vac ethylene oxide gas sterilizer systems operate with a
When multiple units are placed side by side, a 22.8 cm (9")
small Steri-Gas ethylene oxide gas cartridge. Refer to separate
minimum wall section must separate units for door frame and
Product Data Sheet for information regarding Steri-Gas
trim to be mounted.
ethylene oxide cartridges.

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 The single dose gas cartridge is inserted into the sterilizer Availability
chamber and the gas is released during the sterilization cycle. 3M™ Steri-Vac™ Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilizers and aerators
As an added safety feature, the chamber operates under negative and the 3M™ EO Abator™ System are available throughout
pressure. Any leaks will draw room air into the chamber instead the world. Call manufacturer for availability in specific areas
of pushing gas from the chamber out into the room. outside the United States.

At the completion of a cycle, EO is purged from the chamber

and the door automatically unlocks. Aeration automatically Maintenance
begins, which prevents build-up of EO. Aeration continues until A preventative maintenance agreement (PMA) is available
the door is opened thereby reducing potential EO exposure. for purchase with all Steri-Vac manufactured equipment

The 8XL has a built-in exhaust hood (hook up of hood is and the 3M Abator system. The PMA assures customers of

optional). The 5XL comes with or without an optional exhaust periodic checks of the sterilizer unit and emergency coverage.

hood. The hoods are located on top of the unit. If a hood is not Warranty or PMA services must be performed by a 3M Health

used, a mandatory 3-hour aeration cycle automatically begins Care Service Representative. Service not under warranty or

immediately following sterilization before the doors unlock to PMA should also be performed by a factory-trained

allow access. When connected to an exhaust source, the hood representative due to the complexity of this equipment and

is designed to remove residual EO gas from the chamber when potential hazard of an improperly operating machine.

the door is opened at sterilization cycle completion. Results For additional information, contact 3M.
of 3M laboratory and independent testing indicate that using
either the exhaust hood or mandatory 3-hour aeration complies
with OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits for operator Technical Service
exposure to EO during the load transfer procedure. The 3M Industrial Sterilization Specialties technical service
team are available to discuss any specific equipment or
A safety abort system monitors proper operation of the system process queries you may have. Please see back page for
and a thermal printer is installed on the sterilizer to provide contact information.
a permanent record of time, temperature, pressure and cycle
status.

Building Codes: Local building regulations should

be consulted to ensure the completed installation is in
compliance.

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Property 8XL Sterilizer 5XL Sterilizer
Gross Chamber Volume 223 litres (7.9 cu. ft.) 136 litres (4.8 cu. ft.)
Chamber Efficiency 95% 95%
Net Volume per Unit 212 litres (7.5 cu. ft.) 128 litres (4.56 cu. ft.)
Units per Floor Footprint 1 2
Actual Net Volume per Floor Footprint 212 litres (7.5 cu. ft.) 256 litres (9.12 cu. ft.)

Table 4 — Chamber Volumes — 8XL, 5XL

Requirement XL Aerator 5XL Sterilizer 8XL Sterilizer Model 50 Abator

Electrical 1

Voltage, V.A.C. 220 ± 10% 230 + 10% – 5%

Frequency 50/60 Hz 50/60 Hz.

Phase Single Single

Current, amps 2
15 dedicated 30 dedicated

Power Cord 220 volt, 15 amp, NEMA 6–15 plug 3

Hard-wired
1/4" (6mm) N.P.T. female connector at machine. 1/2" (12mm)
Compressed Air 4
N/A N/A
I.D. tubing
3,5 bar (50 psi) minimum; 10,5 bar (150 psi) maximum based on
Pressure N/A N/A
100% duty cycle compressor
1.7 litres per second (3.5 scfm) at 3,5 bar (50 psi) based on 100% duty
Flow Rate N/A N/A
cycle compressor
Clean, oil-less air, maximum allowable dirt particle 5 microns
Quality N/A N/A
(1.9 mils)
Moisture Content 5
N/A Less than dewpoint at 10°C (50°F) N/A
One unit: 1,9cm (3/4") diameter vent line
Vent/EO Inlet Line N/A Two units: Under 200 ft. length requires 1,9cm (3/4") diameter— See 5XL and 8XL column
200 ft. and over length requires 2,5cm (1") diameter vent line
Negative static pressure 100 CFM at 0,15cm (0.06") negative static pressure minimum 200 CFM negative pressure.
measured at 1,3mm (0.05") at the hood. Measured with door in open latched position. 10,2cm Duct length cannot exceed
to 7,6mm (0.3"). Some states (4") sheet metal duct to outside with exhaust fan at exit point. Fan must 182m (600 ft.) of 15cm (6")
Exhaust System
require exhaust to be connected be centrifugal, spark proof, backward incline blade fan with the motor inside diameter or equivalent
to an abator. See drawings for separate from blower. Impeller and impeller ring around shaft must be without additional booster
more information. non-ferrous. fan.
Non-recirculating dedicated system, 10 air changes minimum per hour in room. Locate air distribution and return vents
Room Ventilation
to ensure no “dead” air spaces exist in the immediate sterilizer area and that air flow is away from equipment operator. 7,8

The state of California pre-approved seismic bracing # for XL and 5XL is R-0219; 8XL is R-0317; abator R-0235. More
Seismic Bracing
information is available from manufacturer.
Due to variation in local requirements, the owner is responsible for location of equipment and providing services to the
Code and Building
equipment compliant with applicable codes and regulations, including air emissions requirements pertaining to ethylene
Regulation Compliance
oxide, such as California proposition 65.
Table 5 — Typical Requirements — XL, 8XL, 5XL, 3M EO Abator
1. Sterilizers and aerators can operate on 208 V.A.C. single phase if voltage does not drop below 198 V.A.C. and abator voltage must not drop below 209 V.A.C. single phase. If voltage
drops below these levels, a step up transformer is required. No starting surge is required for the equipment. UL Standards require that the unit be connected to a UL listed hospital-grade
receptacle to ensure proper grounding of the equipment.
2. This is the circuit breaker rating which has been calculated based on National Electric Code. Circuit breaker is based on maximum current plus 10%. Each unit must have its own dedi-
cated circuit.
3. Power cords furnished with equipment sold outside the USA meet local electrical requirements. A 10 amp circuit breaker is incorporated into the power switch. It is reset by turning the
switch OFF and ON again.
4. Consider electrical requirements. Locate away from work areas to reduce noise. Pressure ratings are at sterilizer inlet. Pressure and air flow are for each unit.
5. A refrigerated air dryer may be required to remove excessive water in the compressed air and to meet this specification.
6. EPA’s Recommendations, “Sterilant Use of EtO in Hospitals & Health Care Facilities”, Appendix A VII, OSHA’s EtO Standard CFR 1910.1047, Federal Register, Volume 49, No. 122, June
22, 1984, p. 25802.
7. Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practice, Committee on Industrial Ventilation, PO Box 16153, Lansing, MI 48902.
8. ASHRAE, American Society of Heating & Air Conditioning Engineers, Applications Volume, 1982, Chapter 7. 7
 Detail Drawings
Drawings included are not to scale. Drawings are schematic and are illustrations only, NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION. Qualified
licensed professionals must determine suitability of representations for specific projects. Additional drawings are available from
manufacturer.

2 ABATOR
INDICATOR
PANEL
1
5XL 8XL ABATOR 4
XL STERILIZER FRONT
1 STERILIZER

EXH.
STACKING 1 5
AERATOR 2
RACK 6

2&3

Equipment Footprints: See drawings on following pages for more information on specific equipment.

1'-8" ABATOR
4" CLR INDICATOR
CLR ABATOR 4 PANEL
EXH.

1' - 0"

1'-8"
OPENING
3' - 4"

CLR 8XL

SERVICE
ROOM
CLR
1'-8"

9" MINIMUM
OPENING
3' - 6"

EO STERILIZER
5XL AND OPERATOR
ROOM
CLR
1'-8"
EXH.

4 ABATOR ABATOR
1'-8" 1'-8" INDICATOR
PANEL
CLR CLR

4"
CLR

Example Sterilizer Room Layout

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 MATERIALS KEY
1. ELECTRICAL OUTLET FOR CORD.
1' - 8" 2' - 6" 2. EXHAUST PORT 7,6cm (3") O.D.

CLEAR
1' - 8"
CLEAR

4 1/2"

2' - 11"
1 1' - 8"

1' - 4 3/4"
CLEAR
1 1/2"

1' - 11 1/2"
1
BACK ELEVATION
GENERAL NOTES

BACK ELEVATION
PLAN VIEW

2' - 0 1/2"

2
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
SCHEMATIC DRAWING, NOT
FOR CONSTRUCTION. QUALIFIED
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL MUST
1 DETERMINE SUITABILITY FOR
SIDE ELEVATION FRONT ELEVATION SPECIFIC PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.

EQ4 3M Steri-Vac XL Gas Aerator

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MATERIALS KEY
1. SERVICES SEE NOTE 3, 4 AND 5
CLEAR

2. EXHAUST PORT 10,1cm (4") O.D.

1' - 8"

1' - 8" 2' - 6" 3. COMPRESSED AIR 6mm (1/4") NPT

CLEAR FEMALE CONNECTOR. CONNECTED
WITH 2.1m
(7 ft.) MINIMUM HIGH PRESSURE
2' - 1 1/4"

FLEXIBLE AIR LINE.

2' - 11 1/4"

1' - 6 1/4" 4. EO VENT LINE 9mm (3/8")

1 1' - 8" NPT FEMALE CONNECTOR.
2 CLEAR CONNECTED WITH 2.1m (7 ft.)
FLEXIBLE VENT LINE.
1 1/2"
5. ELECTRICAL OUTLET FOR CORD.
10"

1' - 11 1/2"

GENERAL NOTES

PLAN VIEW
4 1/2"
2' - 3 1/2"
1' - 11"

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
SCHEMATIC DRAWING, NOT
FOR CONSTRUCTION. QUALIFIED
5 4 3
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL MUST
SIDE ELEVATION FRONT ELEVATION DETERMINE SUITABILITY FOR
SPECIFIC PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.

EQ2 3M Steri-Vac 5XL Gas Sterilizer/Aerator Single Door

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 1 1/2"
MATERIALS KEY

3' - 9 21/32" TWO DOOR

1. SERVICES SEE NOTE 3, 4 AND 5

3' - 8 5/32" ONE DOOR

2. EXHAUST PORT 10,1cm (4") O.D.
2 3. COMPRESSED AIR 6mm (1/4")

3' - 6 3/4"
1 NPT
FEMALE CONNECTOR.
2 CONNECTED
WITH 2.1m (7 ft.) MINIMUM HIGH
PRESSURE FLEXIBLE AIR LINE.
4. EO VENT LINE 9mm (3/8") NPT
FEMALE
PLAN VIEW CONNECTOR. CONNECTED WITH
1' - 8" 3' - 1" 1' - 8" 2.1m
2
(7 ft.) FLEXIBLE VENT LINE.
2 2 2 5. ELECTRICAL OUTLET FOR CORD.

GENERAL NOTES

5' - 10 1/2"

1
5 4 3

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
SCHEMATIC DRAWING, NOT FOR
1 1/4" CLEARANCE CONSTRUCTION. QUALIFIED
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL MUST
SIDE ELEVATION FRONT ELEVATION
DETERMINE SUITABILITY FOR
SPECIFIC PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.

EQ12 3M Steri-Vac 8XL Gas Sterilizer/Aerator Single/Double Door

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MATERIALS KEY

4" 2' - 2 6/32"

1. AIR INLET 76mm (3") O.D. SEE ALSO EQ7.
1' - 8"
CLEARANCE 3/4" 2. CONTROL WIRE CONNECTION 27mm
CLEARANCE
(1.06") D.
10 1/4"

3. POWER CONNECTION 27mm (1.06")

8"

D. 220 V.A.C. +10% – 5%. 50/60 Hz.

1
8 1/4" 3/4" 4 1/4"
SINGLE PHASE 30 AMP DEDICATED
3' - 5 1/4"

4 CIRCUIT.
5 4. EXHAUST PORT 76mm (3") O.D.
6 5. EO INLET CONNECTION FROM
11"

6 1/4" ABATOR INDICATOR PANEL

2 3/4" EO STERILIZER. (VACUUM PUMP
7 9/32" EXHAUST) 19mm (3/4") NPT FEMALE
2&3 CONNECTOR.
CLEARANCE
1' - 5 5/8"

6. EO VENT LINE TO OUTSIDE

1' - 8"

ATMOSPHERE. 12mm (1/2") NPT

FEMALE CONNECTOR.
PLAN VIEW 7. FOUR 12mm (1/2") MOUNTING
CLEARANCE

1' - 8"
HOLES.
6' - 26/32"
3' - 0"

CLEARANCE
GENERAL NOTES
2' - 6 1/2" 3"
1
1 4
2' - 7 5/16"
1' - 10 1/2"

4
6 5
2
5.6
2 11 1/2"
3 IMPORTANT NOTICE:
2' - 3 1/4" 7 3 7 1' - 10 1/4" 2" SCHEMATIC DRAWING, NOT
3/4" 5 55/64" FOR CONSTRUCTION. QUALIFIED
LICENSED PROFESSIONAL MUST
FRONT ELEVATION SIDE ELEVATION
DETERMINE SUITABILITY FOR
SPECIFIC PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.

EQ5 3M EO Abator
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