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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 1 of 18 Operating instruction SR 580 Helmet with visor...
2014-10-06/PA Page: 2 of 18 General information SR 580 together with the fan unit SR 500/SR 500 EX/SR 700 and approved filters are included in the Sundström fan-assisted respiratory protective device system conforming to EN 12941/EN 12942:1998 class TH3. Combination of SR 580-SR 500 EX is especially designed for use in potentially explosive and fire hazardous environments.
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Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 3 of 18 2.1 Unpacking SR 580 2.2 Packing list Check that the equipment is complete as shown on the packing list and that it have not been damaged during transit. Packing list •...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 4 of 18 Fit the lower visor frame to the helmet by sliding it into position. A ‘click’ indicates that the frame is locked in position Check that the visor has achieved a full seal around the entire visor frame.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 5 of 18 One end of the hose has an ø42 mm thread (fig. 1b/2b), whilst the other is fitted with an O-ring (fig. 1c/2c). Check that the thread is ok.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 6 of 18 Raise the visor and put on the helmet If necessary, adjust the width of the helmet using the knob located at the rear of the harness...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 7 of 18 Lower the visor by pulling the face seal down below your chin. A ‘click’ indicates that the visor is fully lowered Insert a finger inside the face seal and move it along the length of the contact surface to check the fit.
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N.B. Never use a solvent for cleaning. 4.2 Storage After cleaning, store the equipment, dry and clean, at room temperature. The SR 580 should be stored with the visor either fully raised or fully lowered. Keep out of direct sunlight. Maintenance schedule...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 9 of 18 At the first signs of wear, impact marks, damage or aging of the material, the helmet shell or harness must be replaced in order to ensure the protective ability of the helmet is maintained.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 10 of 18 Check and, if necessary, clean the seal groove in the valve seat. Press the new membrane securely on the pin. Carefully check that the membrane is fully in contact with the valve seat.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 11 of 18 Replacement of visor No tools are required to replace the visor. Do the following: Unhook the face seal from the harness Remove the lower visor frame...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 12 of 18 Remove the protective foils from the new visor. Fit the visor into the lower visor frame. Applying a little water to the seal will...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 13 of 18 Check that the visor has achieved a full seal around the entire visor frame. Attach the hooks in the harness 4.4.3 Replacement of face seal...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 14 of 18 Remove the lower visor frame Unfasten the face seal by pulling its frame until the pins release from the holes in the visor. Remove the face seal.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 15 of 18 Fit the lower visor frame to the helmet by sliding it into position. A ‘click’ indicates that it is locked in position. Attach the hooks in the head harness...
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 16 of 18 Replacement of sweatband The sweatband is attached to the forehead strap by a Velcro tape. Do the following: Unhook the face seal from the head harness Remove the sweatband.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 17 of 18 Attach the face seal hooks in the head harness Replacement of gasket The gasket is located inside the helmet Do the following: Unscrew the hose from the helmet.
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Drawn up by: 2009-02-16 / RK Revision: OI06H-8018 SR 580 Reviewed: 2014-10-06/PA Page: 18 of 18 Fit the new gasket.
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