Limitations Of Use; Preparation For Use - 3M Versaflo TR-302E Manuel D'utilisation

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 for systems incorporating these products by BSI, Kitemark Court, Davy
Avenue, Knowlhill, Milton Keynes MK5 8PP, UK. (Noti ed Body number 0086).
This product complies with the European EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

LIMITATIONS OF USE

Use this respirator system strictly in accordance with all instructions:
• - contained in this booklet,
• - accompanying other components of the system. (e.g. TR-302E Powered Air Turbo
Reference Lea et, Headtop User Instructions).
Do not use in concentrations of contaminant above those speci ed 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).
Do not use these products in oxygen or oxygen-enriched atmospheres.
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 these products in ammable or explosive atmospheres.
Spark arrestor should be used in all situations where the Powered Air Turbo may be
exposed to sparks, molten metal or other hot particulates.
Due to lower air density at elevations above 800 meters, the Powered Air Turbo ow alarm
may activate prematurely or battery capacity may be diminished.
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.
For Filter marking please see Filter user instruction.
The TR-302E Powered Air Turbo is marked to EN12941.
The TR-302E Powered Air Turbo is marked with a date of manufacture (month/year).
The standard economy and high capacity batteries for use with the Powered Air Turbo are
marked to EN12941.
The batteries are marked with a date of manufacture and cell type (year/week/cell type)
e.g. 09/10/1 for 2009, week 10, cell type 1.
Additional warning symbols are described below:
Symbol De nition
Do not -
A
G
Allow contact with water
C
Expose to re
F
Store outside of recommended temperature range

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.
Select an approved belt and t to the Powered Air Turbo.
Select an approved battery.
(Please see TR-302E Powered Air Turbo Reference Lea et for list of 3M approved
batteries).
For battery charging instructions, please refer to User Instructions provided with battery
charging kit.
Battery
The battery should be charged prior to rst use.
For battery charging instructions, please refer to User Instructions provided with battery
charging kit.
The battery charge can be determined by pressing on the indicator as shown in Fig 1.
(1 bar = less than 20%, 5 bars = 80 to 100%).
Fit the battery as shown in Fig 2.
The latch should engage with an audible click. Gently pull the battery pack to con rm it is
locked in place.
Filters
Select an approved lter.
(Please see TR-302E Powered Air Turbo Reference Lea et for list of 3M approved lters).
^ Inspect lter before rst installation or reinstallation and immediately replace if
damaged.
Remove the lter cover by pressing the latch on the Powered Air Turbo and lifting the
cover off as shown in Fig 3. Place the lters and optional pre- lters and/or spark arrestor
into the lter cover as shown in Fig4. The lter label should be visible in the lter cover
window. Spark arrestor should be used in all situations where the Powered Air Turbo may
be exposed to sparks, molten metal or other hot particulates.
^ Always properly install the lter into the Powered Air Turbo.
Re-install the lter cover into the Powered Air Turbo ensuring the latch fully engages.
Air ow Check
Before use, undertake air ow check using the air ow indicator tube as shown in Fig 5.
The bottom of the oating ball should rest at or above the minimum ow mark (Fig 6).
To check for correct functioning of the audible warning device, place a hand over the
outlet of the Powered Air Turbo. The Powered Air Turbo should sound an audible alarm
and the fan LED will ash.
Note: High environmental noise levels or use of hearing protection may interfere with the
user hearing the audible alarms. Users may need to check for the visual alarms more
frequently in high noise environments.
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 Powered Air Turbo) 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 Powered Air Turbo tted comfortably around
your waist (see note below for tting backpack). Insert the bottom end of the breathing
tube into the outlet of the Powered Air Turbo and turn the end of the breathing tube to
ensure it is tted rmly.
3. Adjust the Headtop as outlined in the appropriate User Instruction.
4. Switch on the Powered Air Trubo, t the Headtop and ensure at least minimum air ow
is achieved. (The audible alarm will sound if below minimum air ow - please see fault
nding).
Note: For tting the Powered Air Turbo to the optional backpack, see Fig 7. Check that it is
rmly held in place by the attached fastening. If necessary, adjust backpack straps for a
comfortable t.
Note: To t the optional braces (Fig 8), slide the removable buckle portion and bar sliders
off the belt.
Slide two strap hangers (Fig 9) onto the belt so that they are in the position shown in Fig
10.
Slide one bar slider onto the belt (Fig 11), slide the belt through the Powered Air Turbo
(Fig 12) and slide another bar slider onto the belt.
Position the Powered Air Turbo and bar sliders as shown in Fig 13. Slide the other two
strap hangers and the last bar slider onto the belt (Fig 14). Reattach the buckle portion
(Fig 15).
Fit the belt around the waist and position hangers and sliders as shown in Fig 16. Clip the
front portion of the braces as shown in Fig 16. Attach the rear braces as shown in Fig 17.
Adjust the braces for a comfortable t.
IN USE
Operation
Switching on
On (Normal Operation)
Switching off
Key = Flash (3 times)
B D
Use in the 'power-off' state 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.
Take care to prevent the breathing tube from becoming looped around protruding objects.
If during use, the air ow into the Headtop stops and the alarm sounds, vacate the
contaminated area immediately and investigate the cause (please see fault nding).
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.
Note: Do not expose battery pack to temperatures above 54°C. The Powered Air Turbo
battery alarm will activate if battery pack temperature reaches 60°C while the Powered Air
Turbo is in use.
Do not use the batteries outside of the recommended temperature limits.
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Display Sounder
D
= One long beep