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Please read these instructions in conjunction with the 3M™ Versa o™
V-100E/V-200E Reference Lea et where you will nd information on:
• Approved combinations of headtops
• Spare parts
• Accessories
UNPACKING
Your 3M™ Versa o™ V-100E/V-200E Cooling/Heating unit should contain:
a) V-100E unit (with belt & whistle) or V-200E unit (with belt & whistle)
b) User Instructions
c) Reference Lea et
^ WARNING
Proper selection, training, use and appropriate maintenance are essential
in order for the product to help protect the wearer from certain airborne
contaminants. Failure to follow all instructions on the use of these
respiratory protection products and/or failure to properly wear the
complete product during all periods of exposure may adversely affect the
wearer's health, lead to severe or life threatening illness or permanent
disability.
For suitability and proper use follow local regulations, refer to all information
supplied or contact a safety professional or 3M on 0870 60 800 60 (UK) or 1800
320 500 (Ireland).
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The 3M™ Versa o™ V-100E Cooling and 3M™ Versa o™ V-200E Heating units
are designed to be used in conjunction with one of the approved Headtops (see
Reference Lea et). These products meet the requirements of EN14594
(Respiratory protective devices – Continuous ow compressed air line breathing
apparatus). The units are for adjusting the air temperature supplied to the headtop.
They are not ow regulators but as the cooling/heating control or input pressure are
varied, the volume of air to the headtop also varies. The V-100E unit allows the user
to cool the air by a maximum of approximately 28°C and the V-200E unit to heat
the air by a maximum of approximately 28°C. The units are tted with a warning
whistle.
APPROVALS
These products meet the requirements of the European Community Directive
89/686/EEC (Personal Protective Equipment Directive) and are thus CE marked.
Certi cation under Article 10, EC Type-Examination and Article 11, EC quality control,
has been issued by BSI Product Services, Kitemark House, Maylands Avenue,
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4SQ, UK (Noti ed Body number 0086).
LIMITATIONS OF USE
Use this respirator strictly in accordance with all instructions:
• contained in this booklet,
• accompanying other components of the system. (e.g. V-100E/V-200E
Reference Lea et, Headtop User Instructions).
Do not use in concentrations of contaminants above those given in the Headtop
user instructions.
Do not use for respiratory protection against unknown atmospheric contaminants or
when concentrations of contaminants are unknown or immediately dangerous to life
or health (IDLH).
Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. (3M de nition.
Individual countries may apply their own limits on oxygen de ciency. Seek advice if
in doubt).
Only use with Headtops and Spares/Accessories listed in the reference lea et and
within the usage conditions given in the Technical Speci cation.
Only for use by trained, competent personnel.
Leave the contaminated area immediately if:
a) Any part of the system becomes damaged.
b) Air ow into the headtop decreases or stops.
c) Breathing becomes dif cult.
d) Dizziness or other distress occurs.
e) You smell or taste contaminants or irritation occurs.
Never modify or alter this product. Replace parts only with original 3M spare parts.
Do not use oxygen or oxygen-enriched air.
In case of intended use in explosive atmospheres, contact 3M Technical Service.
When used in temperatures below +4°C, the moisture content of the breathing air
should be controlled to avoid it freezing the apparatus.
Always ensure that:
the source of air supply is known;
the purity of the air supply is known;
the air supply is of a breathable quality, to EN12021.
Ensure the capacity of the air supply system is suf cient for every user connected
to it.
At very high work rates, the pressure in the headtop may become negative at peak
inhalation ow.
This product should only be used in work situations where the risk of damage to the
compressed air supply tube is low and where movements of the wearer are limited.
The compressed air supply should be equipped with an appropriately rated and
adjusted pressure relief safety valve.
These units are not to be used with mobile compressed air supply systems.
Materials which may come into contact with the wearer's skin are not known to
cause allergic reactions to the majority of individuals.
This product contains no components made from natural rubber latex.
EQUIPMENT MARKING
For Headtop marking please see appropriate Headtop user instructions.
The V-100E/V-200E units are marked EN14594.
The V-100E/V-200E units are marked with a date of manufacture.
The Compressed Air Supply tubes are marked to EN14594, EN270 and/or EN1835
as appropriate.
They are also marked as follows:
- 308-00-35P and 308-00-40P are marked A - suitable for use with Class A
devices (EN14594).
- 308-00-72P is marked 'Heat Resistant' and 'Anti static'.
PREPARATION FOR USE
Check apparatus is complete, undamaged and correctly assembled. Any damaged
or defective parts must be replaced with original 3M spare parts before use.
Undertake pre-use checks on headtop assembly as outlined in the appropriate user
instruction.
Inlet couplings must be tted to the V-100E/V-200E units prior to initial use,
ensuring an airtight seal (Please see V-100E/V-200E Reference lea et for list of 3M
approved couplings).
Couplings should be tted, using the washer supplied, and tightened using a torque
wrench to 15Nm ± 1Nm.
Maximum heating and cooling will only be obtained from compressors capable of
delivering more than 570 l/min (20 CFM) at 6 bar. The effect of reduced free air
capacity will be a reduction in the heating or cooling effect.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DONNING
1. Select an approved breathing tube (See reference lea et for list of 3M approved
breathing tubes) and connect top end to headtop assembly. Inspect the gasket
located on the bayonet end of the breathing tube (i.e. the end that connects to the
unit) for signs of wear or damage. If the seal is worn or damaged, the breathing
tube should be replaced.
2. Adjust and buckle the waist belt with the V-100E/V-200E unit comfortably around
your waist and connect the bottom end of the breathing tube to the outlet of the unit.
3. Adjust the Headtop as outlined in the appropriate User Instruction.
4.Connect the compressed air supply tube between the optional 3M Aircare Air
Filter Unit and the V-100E/V-200E unit, ensuring the pressure at the Air Filter Unit is
adjusted as described in the Technical Speci cations section.
5.Ensure at least minimum air ow into the headtop is achieved and adjust the
V-100E/V-200E system for maximum comfort - see Fig 1a and 1b. (The warning
whistle will sound if below minimum air ow – please see fault nding).
IN USE
Use with the air supply off is not normal, little or no protection is provided
and a build up of carbon dioxide and depletion of oxygen within the Headtop
may occur, vacate the contaminated area immediately.
1. Take care to prevent the breathing tube from becoming looped around protruding
objects. If this should occur vacate the contaminated area and check apparatus is
undamaged.
2. Do not remove the headtop or turn off the air supply until you have vacated
the contaminated area.
3. At all times, the input pressure and temperature control should be adjusted
such that the whistle is not sounding. If the whistle does sound, vacate the
contaminated area immediately and investigate the cause.
4. The 'in-use' life of the product will vary with frequency and conditions of use.
In everyday use, it is recommended that the product is discarded after
approximately 5 years service, provided the product is stored and maintained as
stated below.
Some extreme conditions may result in deterioration over a shorter period.
DOFFING
Do not remove the headtop or turn off the air supply until you have vacated
the contaminated area.
1. Lift the Headtop off the head.
2. Turn off the air supply to the V-100E/V-200E unit.
3. Unbuckle the waist belt.
NOTE
If the respirator has been used in an area that has caused it to become
contaminated with a substance requiring special decontamination
procedures it should be placed in a suitable container and sealed until it can
be decontaminated or discarded.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
• Use a clean cloth dampened with a mild solution of water and liquid household
soap.
• Do not use petrol, chlorinated degreasing uids (such as trichloroethylene),
organic solvents or abrasive cleaning agents to clean any part of the
equipment.
• To disinfect use wipes as detailed in Reference Lea et.
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