Instructions for use for SR 500 EX should be read before use. The SR 500 EX is a battery-powered fan unit that, together with filters and approved head top, is included in the Sundström fan-assisted respiratory protective device systems conforming to EN 12941/12942:1998.
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Unpacking the SR 500 EX Packing list: • Fan unit SR 500 EX, bare • Battery SR 501 EX • Belt SR 508 EX • Filter adapters SR 511, 2x • Particle filters P3 R, SR 510, 2x • Pre-filters SR 221, 10x •...
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The battery cover locks the battery. Raise the cover a few centimetres, push with the thumb resting on the battery and withdraw the battery. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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1.5 Push the battery back into the battery compartment. Check that charger plug to a wall socket. the battery has been pushed in as far as it will go and that its lock is N.B. Main voltage 100-240 V operative OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
2.1 Check before use that the gasket around the opening to the battery terminals are undamaged. Any dirt on the battery gasket is wiped off with a dry cloth. Relubricate the gasket with Vaseline to facilitate mounting. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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Begin to insert the upper tongue and then turn the belt into the fan. 3.2 Press down the three lips locking the belt half. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
4.4 Screw the adapter into filter adapter. the filter mounting so far that the adapter will be in contact with the gasket. Then turn it about 1/8 turn further in order to ensure a good seal. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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4.5 Fit one pre-filter into the 4.6 Correctly mounted pre- filter holder. filter holder with particle filter. The pre-filter should have slipped under the shoulders in the pre-filter holder. Press the filter holder onto the particle filter. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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5.2 The arrows on the particle filter must point towards the gas filter. Do not press onto the centre of the filter it might damage the filter paper. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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Then turn it about 1/8 turn further in order to ensure a good seal. Press the filter holder onto the particle filter. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
175 l / min. 6.2 After the button has been pressed, a programmed test will be run on the fan and the display will then light up, the audible signal will sound. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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To revert to normal operation, be concluded without undue press the control button once haste. The work should then again. be interrupted and the wearer of the equipment should leave the site OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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175 inside out and the flow meter l/min marking. appears. If the minimum flow is not achieved, check that: -The flow meter is vertical -The ball moves freely -The bag seals well around the hose OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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10 – 15 seconds. blocking off the flow meter outlet. Switch off the fan and remove the head top from the flow meter bag. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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11.1 Snap the two ends of the 11.3 Put the belt ends in the belt together. clips on each side of the belt. After the buckles have been connected, tighten the belt so that it is comfortable. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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12.2 Grip the filter with one hand. Place the thumb of the other hand on the underside of the adapter at the semicircular gap. Then prise out the filter. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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To change the gas filter, prise the particle filter off the gas filter. 12.5 As an alternative, the filter combination can be separated by means of the filter adapter. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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Disconnect the breathing hose and the filters and install the plugs. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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If it´s not, change battery.. 13.5 Clean the pre-filter 13.7 Wipe the belt clean. holders inside and out. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
Visual inspection • • Remove the old gasket. Performance check • • Cleaning • Change of fan gaskets • 14.2 Fit the new gasket onto the flange. Check that the gasket is in place all round. OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
SR 518 A2 + SR 510 P3 is no dirt on the contacts to the charger or battery. A new battery charger. Fan motor/electronic fault Send the fan unit for repair Yellow battery symbol Battery discharged Recharge the battery flashes OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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Irregular air flow Filter clogged Check that there are filters in the fan unit and Incorrect combination that they are of the same type. No filters mounted i.e. SR 518 A2 + SR 510 P3 OI06H-2018 SR 500 EX 2019-10-23...
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