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3M™ Adflo™ Powered Air Respirator
USER INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions in conjunction with other relevant
3M User instructions and Reference leaflets where you will find
information on approved combinations/classifications, spare parts
and Accessories.
UNPACKING
The equipment should contain (see fig A:1): Powered Air Purifying
Respirator, Airflow indicator, Belt, Breathing tube, (adaptor), User
Instructions and Reference Leaflet.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
3M™ Adflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator is respiratory
protective device, for enhanced comfort and safety during welding
and allied processes when used as a system in combination with
approved headtops.
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator is equipped with a particle
filter, spark arrestor, pre filter and a particle filter indicator that
indicates particle filter clogging. A range of gas filters (optional) give
additional protection against certain gaseous contaminations.
3M™ Adflo™ Odour Filter (optional) reduces unpleasant odour.
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator incorporates an automatic
airflow control that ensures a constant supply of air during use. An
electronic control unit provides an audible and visible warning of low
battery and/or low air flow into the headtop.
The 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator is designed for use
above sea level approximately 0-3000 m (1500 m with gasfilter)
and has intergrated automatic altitude compensation to adjust for
changes in air density.
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator offers a standard and a
heavy-duty (optional) battery.
WARNING
Proper selection, training, use and 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, injury
or permanent disability.
For suitability and proper use follow local regulations, refer to
all information supplied or contact a safety professional/3M
representative (see local contact details).
Particular attention should be given to warning statements
where indicated.
APPROVALS
The PPE is CE marked and in conformity with the European PPE
Regulation , directives and harmonized European Standards as
listed in fig J:1, which also contain information about the Notified
Body that have issued the EU type-Examination certificate for the
PPE (Module B) and when applicable, the Notified Body responsible
for the surveillance of the quality system of the manufacturing of
the PPE (Module D). The EU type-examination Certificates and
Declaration of Conformity are available at www.3M.com/welding/
certs.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
Only use with original 3M spare parts and accessories listed in
the reference leaflet and within the usage conditions given in the
Technical Specifications.
The use of substitute components or modifications not specified
in these user instructions might seriously impair protection and
may invalidate claims under the warranty or cause the product
to be noncompliant with protection classifications and approvals.
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator must not be used in
the power OFF state since a rapid build-up of carbon dioxide and
depletion of oxygen within the headtop may occur.
Do not remove the headtop or turn off 3M Adflo Powered Air
Purifying Respirator until you have vacated the contaminated
area. In the power OFF state little or no respiratory protection
is expected.
3M™ Adflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator System must
not be used if 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator does
not supply enough air(low flow alarm). Use the air flow check
procedure described in fig F:1
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator System must not be
used in flammable or explosive environments.
Note that the breathing tube might make a loop and get caught up
by something in the surrounding area.
If you are not sure about the concentration of contaminant, or
about equipment performance, seek advice from an industrial
safety engineer. The manufacturer is not responsible for injury
following incorrect use or incorrect choice of equipment.
EQUIPMENT MARKING
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator is marked to EN 12941.
The 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator is marked with the
date of manufacture.
For marking on filters, head tops, batteries and charger see
appropriate user instruction.
Markings on the equipment.
= Read the instructions before use.
= Shall be disposed of as electronic waste.
= Recycle
Serial no = Year, week of manufacturing
PREPARATION FOR USE
Check that the equipment is complete (see fig A:1), undamaged
and correctly assembled, any damaged or defective parts must be
replaced before use.
Fit 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator to the belt, (see fig B:1)
Select an approved breathing tube, (see reference leaflet for
approved combinations) connect to 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying
Respirator and headtop (see fig C:1).
3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator must be used together
with 3M™ Adflo™ Particle Filter at all times. All other 3M™ Adflo™
Filters are optional and must always be used only in conjunction with
3M Adflo Particle filter.
Check of Air Flow and alarm system
The airflow and alarm system must always be checked before use
(see fig F:1). The air flow meter may not show the correct reading
below sea level.
1. Ensure that the particle filter and battery have been fitted correctly
and that the battery is adequately charged.
2. Fit the breathing tube to 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator
and attach the airflow meter in the other end.
3. Switch on 3M Adflo Powered Air Purifying Respirator at the lower
airflow setting.
4. Cover the air outlet of the airflow meter with your hand until an
audible warning is heard and the red indicator illuminates
5. Remove your hand. The alarm should now stop.
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