TECHNICAL BULLETIN TB-4016 Fume Diverter Made in the Installation, Operation and Maintenance United States of America Packaging 1 Fume Diverter, 120VAC 1 Diverter Attachment 4 Rubber Feet Features and Components A B Figure 1. Menda 35463 Fume Diverter C Description The Menda 35463 Fume Diverter is a heavy duty, light weight smoke diverter. The unit is specifically designed to divert or redirect soldering smoke away from the operators face, thereby making the soldering process safer and more comfortable. The quiet, high volume fan Figure 2. Fume Diverter features and components and replaceable carbon filter capture much of the smoke and airborne particulate passing through it. The units A. Filter Retainer: Detach the filter retainer from the Fume compact size makes it perfect for densely populated Diverter to gain access to the carbon filter. workstations. B. Carbon Filter: The carbon filter is the only user The Fume Diverter has a North American power cord serviceable part. Replace the filter once it becomes too dirty and is constructed of powder coated heavy gauge for use. See the Maintenace section for more information. steel for durability and long life. The secondary benefit is that the enclosure is ESD protected and corrosion C. Power Switch: Toggle to the ON position to power the proof. This makes the unit suitable and convenient for Fume Diverter. The switch will remain illuminated when the benchtop and field service applications. Fume Diverter is in use. Additional features include an illuminated power switch, replaceable filters and a magnetic diverter attachment. The Fume Diverter and its accessories are available as the following item numbers: Item Description 35463 Fume Diverter, 120VAC 35464 Diverter Attachment 35465 Replacement Carbon Filter MENDA - 3651 Walnut Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 (909) 627-2453 Website: MendaPump.com 2015 DESCO INDUSTRIES, INC. TB-4016 Page 1 of 3 June 2015 Employee OwnedInstallation Operation Place the Fume Diverter at a desired location where the 1. Place the front of the Fume Diverter as close to the airflow will not be restricted. The unit may be placed fume source as possible without it interfering with upright or on its left side. 4 rubber feet with adhesive the users operation. backing are included if the Fume Diverter is to be 2. Make sure the exhaust side of the unit is free from placed on its side. obstruction, and use the diverter attachment to Attach the magnetic diverter attachment to the back of direct the fumes away from personnel. the unit. Orient the attachment so the fans exhaust will 3. Toggle the power switch to the ON position. The not be directed to a nearby operator. Fume Diverter is now ready to extract smoke and Ensure that the power switch is in the OFF position. particulate away from the operator. Plug the power cord into the appropriate AC power source. Figure 3. Laying the Fume Diverter on its side Figure 5. Using the Fume Diverter An additional 35464 Diverter Attachment may be Maintenance installed to the face of the Fume Diverter to optimize The carbon filter on the intake side of the Fume Diverter fume extraction from a particular area. is the only user serviceable part. To replace the filter, toggle the power switch to the OFF position, and unplug the unit from its electrical outlet. Unsnap the plastic holder from the unit, dispose the soiled filter, install a 35465 Replacement Carbon Filter and remount the plastic holder. The longevity of the filter will depend on how often the Fume Diverter is used and the cleanliness of its environment. A good rule of thumb is to replace it whenever it looks dirty. Figure 4. Installing an additional 35464 Fume Diverter Figure 6. Menda 35465 Replacement Carbon Filter MENDA - 3651 Walnut Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 (909) 627-2453 Website: MendaPump.com 2015 DESCO INDUSTRIES, INC. TB-4016 Page 2 of 3 Employee Owned