Inspection; Cleaning; Storage - 3M GVP Serie Directives D'utilisation

Inspection

If the 3M™ Belt-Mounted Powered Air Purifying Respirator has been dropped, or shows signs of damage due to impact or rough treatment, the
unit should be removed from service and inspected. A general inspection should also be done before cleaning and prior to each use. The visual
inspection should include the following:
1. Examine the outside of the PAPR case for cracks. Replace GVP-100 if needed.
2. Inspect the inlet and outlet port gaskets for cracks or excessive wear. If needed replace with inlet gasket or outlet gasket (GVP-101 contains
both gaskets).
3. Examine the outside of the battery pack for cracks. Replace with GVP-111 or BP-15 if needed.
4. Inspect the breathing tube for punctures, cracks or general wear. Replace with the appropriate breathing tube to match the respiratory covering.
5. Examine the headgear per the recommendations in the headgear specific User Instructions.
6. Prior to each use the flow rate of the unit should be checked as outlined in Section, "Performance Check with the 3M™ Flow Meter" of these
User Instructions.

Cleaning

Do not clean respirator with solvents. Cleaning with solvents may degrade some respirator components and reduce respirator
effectiveness. Inspect all respirator components before each use to ensure proper operating conditions. Failure to do so may result in
sickness or death.
Never attempt to clean filters by knocking or blowing out accumulated material. This may result in damage to the filter membrane allowing
hazardous particles to enter the breathing zone, resulting in sickness or death.
You should not use solvents to clean the motor blower unit or battery case. Liquid solvents may chemically weaken the plastics. The following
procedure is suggested for cleaning:
1. Properly dispose of the used filter/cartridge. Do not attempt to clean the filter. Dispose of the filter/cartridge according to applicable regulations.
2. Wipe the battery pack with mild cleaning solution. Do not immerse the battery pack.
3. Screw the blower plug and filter plug (GVP-115 consists of both plugs) into the motor blower unit. With the plugs in place the unit can be rinsed
with a mild cleaning solution or it can be placed in an equipment washer. Do not expose to cleaning or drying temperatures greater than 120ºF
(49ºC).

Storage

Store your respirator at room temperature in a dry area that is protected from exposure to hazardous contaminants.
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