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SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM MODEL NO. S-4000 USER INSTRUCTION MANUAL ECO: 102-0461-01 S-4014 Rev B...
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∆ WARNING IMPROPER USE OF THIS HOOD AND RESPIRATOR MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. IMPROPER USE INCLUDES, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO, USE IN ATMOSPHERES CONTAINING UNKNOWN CONTAMINATES AND/OR UNKNOWN CONCENTRATIONS CONTAMINANTS, WITHOUT ADEQUATE TRAINING, DISREGARD TO THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED HEREIN FAILURE INSPECT...
TABLE OF CONTENTS ITEM PAGE DESCRIPTION ...................... GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ..............REPLACEMENT PARTS ..................ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE OF DECON BELT ....INSTALLING BATTERY PACK ................. REMOVING THE PAPR SYSTEM ..............INSPECTION ......................CLEANING ......................STORAGE ......................DISPOSAL OF CARTRIDGE ELEMENTS AND BATTERIES ......CHANGING BATTERY PACK ................
Sentinel Clear Hood, one size fits all P/N S-3101 The Sentinel XL™ Clear Hood is a loose fitting hood consisting of spun bond top and rear panels, and a large optically clear plastic visor. The hood has two identical skirts capable of being tucked into a single or double suit configuration, depending on the user requirement.
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Cartridges P/N S-4002 ILC Dover SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM utilizes two HE cartridges. The third blower inlet must be plugged securely with the blower plug, either P/N S-4006 or S-4007. Cartridge P/N S-4012 (Optional) The ILC Dover SENTINEL XL™ HP FULL HOOD PAPR SYSTEM alternative filter option utilizes three Organic Vapor/Chlorine Dioxide/Chlorine/Hydrogen Chloride/Hydrogen Fluoride/Sulfur Dioxide/High Efficiency Particulate Air.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Intended Use The ILC Dover SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM can be used as a belt mounted blower unit, connected to the hood via a flexible breathing hose. The ILC Dover SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM must be combined with the appropriate cartridges and battery pack.
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Respiratory protection against certain particulate contaminants and/or Organic Vapors, Acid Gasses, depending on the selected cartridge Never use the ILC Dover SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM for: Atmospheres where oxygen concentration is below 19.5%, where concentrations of contaminants are: unknown; immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH); exceed applicable local standards or OSHA standards for maximum use concentrations for the respirator;...
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∆ WARNING BEFORE USING THE ILC DOVER SENTINEL XL™ HP PAPR SYSTEM, EACH PERSON MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFORMATION IN THIS USER INSTRUCTION. USE OF THE RESPIRATOR SYSTEMS BY UNTRAINED OR UNQUALIFIED PERSONS, OR USE THAT IS NOT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS, MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT RESPIRATOR PERFORMANCE AND MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
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NIOSH APPROVAL For a listing of the components in the ILC Dover respirator systems (ILC Dover SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM), that are NIOSH approved refer to the NIOSH approved label insert. NIOSH CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS A. Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 percent oxygen.
25” Long Breathing Hose Hood S-3101 Sentinel XL™ Clear Hood Waist Belt S-4011 Decon and Quick Release Belt and Clip Flow Meter S-2010 Flow Meter Instruction Manual S-4014 Sentinel XL™ HP Clear Hood User Instruction Manual ECO: 102-0461-01 S-4014 Rev B...
ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE OF DECON AND QUICK RELEASE BELT AND CLIP ILC DOVER SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM HE PROTECTION Sentinel XL™ Breathing HE - High Efficiency Clear Hood Hose Particulate Air Filters Blower Battery Pack...
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ILC DOVER SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR SYSTEM OV/CD/CL/HC/HF/SD/HE PROTECTION OV/CD/CL/HC/HF/SD/ HE Sentinel XL™ Flow Meter Cartridges Clear Hood Alkaline Battery Adapter (Optional) Blower Decon and Breathing Charger Battery Quick Hose Pack Release Belt and Clip ECO: 102-0461-01 S-4014...
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Open the package/box and take out the components: *If purchased as a system, HE filters, plug and battery are already installed into the blower. Sentinel XL™ HP Clear Hood Users Instruction Manual S-2012 • Cartridges 2 each HE S-4002 or Optional S-4012 OV/CD/CL/HC/HF/SD/HE •...
Charging is also possible when the blower is attached to the Decon Quick • Release Belt and Clip, as demonstrated in the picture above. If using the Alkaline Battery Adapter please refer to page 30 for installation instructions before moving onto step 6. If purchased as a separate component, remove battery pack from box.
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Fit the waist belt length to your waist size while dressed in your protective garment. Position the Blower on the Decon Waist Belt. The charging socket is accessible through the • plastic backing plate. Align the plate so that charging port is visible.
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SYSTEM PERFORMANCE AND RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. Cartridge Installation The SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD PAPR system uses two (2) HE cartridges that thread into the blower inlets as shown. The third blower inlet must be plugged using the standard plug with knob (S-4006) or optional flat plug (S-4007) per the instructions in Step 9.
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Verify that the cartridges are the appropriate type for the application by • examining the label attached to the cartridge. Remove the cartridges from their packaging and inspect for damages. If in • doubt do not use. Check that the connecting thread is not damaged. Check that the threads in the blower unit are in good condition and clear of •...
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S-4007 Blower flat plug (optional) Remove blower plug from cartridge package and discard poly bag. • Remove blower plug installation tool from cartridge package and discard poly • bag. Verify that the blower plug and blower inlet connection thread are not damaged. •...
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• Check that the thread in the blower unit is in good condition and clear of foreign matter. • Screw the end of the breathing hose into the Sentinel XL™ Clear Hood and the blower unit until it is hand tight.
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∆ WARNING BEFORE YOU ENTER A HAZARDOUS ATMOSPHERE WEARING THIS RESPIRATOR SYSTEM, YOU MUST INSPECT THE RESPIRATOR SYSTEM, COMPLETE AN AIRFLOW CHECK, AND DON THE SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT RESPIRATOR PERFORMANCE AND MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
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HOOD SKIRTS TO THESE GARMENTS IS CRITICAL TO PROVIDE PROPER PROTECTION LEVELS AND SYSTEM OPERATION. Tyvek® and Tychem® QC is a registered trademark of DuPont. Step 1 Step 2 Pull the Sentinel XL Clear The hood has three skirts, identical ™ hood over your head. If...
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Step 3 Step 4 View of the completed tucking Tuck the rest of the inner skirt operation for the inner skirt into the around the neck and shoulders front half of a suit. NOTE: If only through the neck opening of the one suit is used, tuck both the suit.
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Step 8 Step 7 Remove the adhesive backing on Zip the second suit closed. the front and rear tabs. Four total tabs, two in the front and two in the rear. Step 9 Lower the outer skirt across the chest and back.
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Step 11 Completed picture of donning sequence. With the respirator in operation and donned according to the instructions, enter • the contaminated area, breathing normally. Keep all the respirator system’s components away from equipment, vehicles and other physical and chemical hazards.
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION STANDARD FOUND IN 29 CFR 1910.134 PRIOR TO USING ANY RESPIRATOR SYSTEM. BEFORE USE, THE USER MUST BE TRAINED BY THE EMPLOYER IN THE PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ILC DOVER SENTINEL XL™ HP CLEAR HOOD CLEAR HOOD SYSTEM. SUCH TRAINING MUST ACCORDANCE...
Hood Check that there are no tears or punctures in the Sentinel XL™ Clear Hood. Look closely at the stitching. There should be no tears that could permit contaminated air to enter the hood.
Wipe components dry with a soft cloth following decontamination and rinsing with clean water, unless noted to air dry. Never submerge or immerse any Sentinel XL™ PAPR blower, filter, hose, or hood components in liquid, as this may permanently damage the electronics, batteries, or affect the hood or hose function.
STORAGE Store your respirator at room temperature in a dry area that is protected from exposure to hazardous contaminants. DISPOSAL OF CARTRIDGE ELEMENTS AND BATTERIES Remove used cartridge elements and dispose of properly. • Handle cartridge elements with care. Cartridge elements may contain the contaminant internally and externally that was in the atmosphere while the cartridge element was being used and must be handled as a contaminated or potentially contaminated object.
CHANGING BATTERY PACK (P/N S-2003 and P/N S-2004) Make sure the blower is turned off. Latch Open the battery pack Connector compartment by pressing on the latch connecting it to the blower. Battery Pack Battery Pack Seal Disconnect the connector parts and separate the battery pack from the blower.
INSTALLING THE ALKALINE BATTERY ADAPTER (P/N S-4013) Make sure the blower is turned off. Open the battery pack compartment by pressing on the latch connecting it to the blower. Disconnect the battery wire connector from the blower and separate the battery from the blower. Set battery aside for future use.
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Press the adapter plate assembly firmly to ensure the white Velcro hook adheres to the inside wall of the blower. Then gently pull the blue fabric strap to pull the plate assembly out of the unit. The Velcro hook (color white) should remain adhered to the inside of the blower.
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After batteries are placed into the Alkaline Battery Adapter install the part into the back of the blower. The pull strap should remain outside as shown below, and is used to remove the alkaline battery pack for exchange of battery cells or replacement with alternative battery options.
12. Install the Alkaline Battery Adapter by aligning the cover hinge to the hinge pin of the blower. Ensure that you do not pinch the battery leads or fabric loop when closing the battery pack. 13. Ensure you hear an audible click when the battery pack latch locks into place. 14.
NEW D-CELL BATTERIES AFTER THE LOW VOLTAGE ALARM IS INDICATED MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION If you need additional information on the Sentinel XL™ HP Clear Hood PAPR or any ILC Dover product, consult your distributor or contact: Customer Service...
TROUBLESHOOTING Use the table below to help identify possible causes and corrective action for problems you may experience. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Poor visibility Visor is coated with debris. Wipe debris off. through visor Visor is scratched. Dispose of hood and replace it with new hood.
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