Tecto Protection Airtec PAPR User Manual

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Powered Air Purifying

Respirator (PAPR)

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Keep these user instructions for reference.

Decontamination Donning and Doffing in Airborne Pathogen Environments are

covered separately

Tel: 0344 567 7423

USER

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RE5001

AIRTEC

PA1000

www.tecto.co.uk

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Page 1 USER MANUAL RE5001 AIRTEC Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) PA1000 For complete instructions and understanding of this product please read thoroughly. Keep these user instructions for reference. Decontamination Donning and Doffing in Airborne Pathogen Environments are covered separately Tel: 0344 567 7423 www.tecto.co.uk...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
AIRTEC Contents page Preface 1. Approvals and Safety Precautions and Limitations 1.1 Compulsory Information 1.2 Safety 1.3 Filter Safety 1.4 Lithium-ion battery safety 1.5 Alarm Safety 1.6 Leaving Contaminated Area 1.7 Limitations 2. System Description 3. Preconditions for use 4. Unpacking -Assembly -Usage 4.1 Unpacking 4.2 Assembly 4.3 Fitting and charging the battery...
Page 3: Preface
USER MANUAL Preface Important: Please read these user instructions carefully before unpacking your product(s). This user instruction manual must be read and fully understood before using the Powered Air unit. The user instruction manual must be retained for future reference. The product(s) are designed to protect your health and wellbeing.
Page 4: Filter Safety
AIRTEC Do not wear near to flames or sparks, or areas at risk of explosion. If the blower unit stops working the wearer must leave the contaminated area immediately. 1.3 Filter Safety: The filter has been developed especially for this unit. It is used to filter the air the user will breathe.
Page 5: Leaving Contaminated Area
USER MANUAL 1.6 The user is advised to leave the contaminated area immediately if: The Manufacturer’s Minimum Design Flow (MMDF) warning Alarm sounds 170 LPM Breathing becomes difficult. Dizziness or distress occurs. Any part of the system becomes damaged. Airflow into the Head-Unit decreases or stops. Contaminant can be smelt or tasted inside the Head-Unit.
Page 6: Preconditions For Use
AIRTEC 3. Preconditions for use: This Respirator must be used strictly in accordance with this user instruction manual and the instructions supplied with the corresponding head-units (hoods). The user must read and understand all the following "Instructions for Use" well to be able to use the respiratory protective system correctly.
Page 7: Unpacking -Assembly -Usage
USER MANUAL 4. Unpacking / Assembly / Usage: 4.1 Unpacking: Check that the package is complete and that no part is damaged due to the transport or for other reasons. A package with the complete system including accessories contains: 1. Blower unit incl. Battery and P R SL Filter and Pre-Filter 2.
Page 8 AIRTEC 3. Air hose (shown with optional cover) Air flow indicator and Battery charger 4. Hood and inner cradle with comfort band 7. User Instructions System unpacked To place an order call 0344 567 7423 or email sales@tecto.co.uk...
Page 9: Assembly
USER MANUAL 4.2 Assembly: Install the belt by threading the end of the belt through the retaining slots on the back side of the motor/blower. Pass the inner strap through the back of the blower loops. Then pass through the 2 belt loops and then through the buckle 4.3 Fitting and Charging the battery: When supplied the battery may hold a partial charge, the battery when fitted to the unit should be...
Page 10: Removing Visor Protector
AIRTEC 4.4 Remove visor protector: The visor has a film protector on the front to protect during transit. Carefully peel all of this off and dispose of. Visor with protection film Gently remove film Inspect Visor 4.5 Particulate Filter: Use only Airtek PA100 and Pre-Filters as supplied by 3W Medical Ltd. Using any other filter will cause invalidation of any warranty protection and / or a serious risk to the health of the user operating the product(s).
Page 11: Removing Filter
USER MANUAL From the industrial hygienic point of view the maximum working time of a main filter could be 90 hours. But for the avoidance of any doubt please check with your Infection Prevention team or your Health and Safety specialist for a risk assessment. Warning ! It is essential that the user must not confuse the markings on the filter relating to any other standard other than EN12941: 1998+A1:2003+A2:2008 with the classification of the device...
Page 12: Fitting New Filter
AIRTEC 4.7 Fitting a new Filter: Inserting a new filter: Align the filter with the aperture and push into position Closing the filter Cover; Ensure the locking lugs are aligned with the location slots and the arrow indicator is aligned with the position shown above, then push the cover into the blower, then rotate clockwise until the cover locks.
Page 13: Changing The Pre-Filter If Fitted
USER MANUAL 4.8 Changing the Pre-Filter if fitted. The pre filter is cover which is fitted over the main filter. Simply lift off the soiled pre filter and lay a new one in its place. 4.9 Attaching the Hose to the Blower Unit: Align the pins of the Hose Bayonet connector with the slots in the air outlet of the blower.
Page 14: Attaching And Checking The Hood
AIRTEC 4.10 Attaching and checking the hood Visually inspect over pressure release portal inside the hood. A plastic hose cover may be added as an accessory if the unit is being used in a toxic environment to protect the outside of breathing hose from contaminants, and safely disposed of post use.
Page 15: Activating And Testing
USER MANUAL 5.Activating and Testing 5.1 Control panel Activation Activate the unit by pressing the central ON/OFF button on the control panel for a few seconds. ON/OFF AND AIR SPEED CONTROL BLOCKED FILTER LOW BATTERY AIR SPEED INDICATORS 220/170 lpm INDICATOR INDICATOR All the indicators will light for a few seconds during test phase, accompanied by an audible test alarm.
Page 16: Air Flow Regulation Alarm
AIRTEC 170 LPM FLOW RATE 5.3 Air Flow Regulation and alarm The unit ensures a constant supply of air. The microprocessor inside the unit automatically regulates the motor speed to compensate the filter clogging and the battery state. If the microprocessor cannot keep the adjusted airflow, the unit will sound a 'beeping' alarm (an acoustic signal can be heard).
Page 17: Before Use Assessments
USER MANUAL 6.Before Use Assessments: These must be completed prior to using the system 6.1 Air Flow Test: Disconnect the air hose from the Blower unit. Insert the Airflow indicator into the air hose connector and keep the hose in vertical position at about the eye level.
Page 18: Battery Charging
AIRTEC battery charger. Using any other battery charger will cause invalidation of any warranty protection and / or a serious risk to the health of the user operating the product(s) from fire or explosion. The charger must not be used for any other purpose than that for which it was manufactured. Do not charge the battery in a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Page 19: Battery Changing
USER MANUAL 7.Battery changing: Removing the battery: Take the blower unit in both hands facing the rear side of battery towards you. Open the battery latch with your thumb. The latch is positioned in the middle of the battery. Push the battery off the unit using your thumbs.
Page 20: Maintenance
AIRTEC For multiple users and following infection prevention guidelines, the units should be disinfected after decontamination. Liquids must not be allowed to enter the workings of the blower unit or get on to the element of the filter. Parts should be allowed to air dry. Under no circumstances should any solvents or abrasive cleaning agents be used.
Page 21: Fault Finding
USER MANUAL 10.Fault finding: Fault Probable reason RECOMMENDATION Sudden That all parts of the air-supply Follow user manual system are assembled properly. change in air The battery and its connector are Follow user manual not damaged and fitted to the blower correctly supply to the Whether the charger is faulty or...
Page 22: Storage And Transportation
AIRTEC 11.Storage and Transportation: When not in use or during transportation the blower and head units should be stored in the container in which they were provided, or other similar container, such that it is out of direct sunlight, not in contact with solvents and cannot be damaged by physical contact with hard surfaces/items.
Page 23: Technical Data
USER MANUAL 13.Technical data: This powered respirator is lightweight and easy to handle. It is equipped with a replaceable particulate filter. The system affords reliable protection against particulates and aerosols. Air flow: 170 to 220 L/ min. Weight with filter: 960 grams Type of filter: P R SL Type of Battery: Replaceable and rechargeable Li-Ion 7.4V/5200Ah Charging Cycles >350...
Page 24: Symbols
AIRTEC 14.Symbols: Refer to the user instruction manual Store between 0 – 40 Degrees C Best before 2014 / 05 Maximum storage Humidity <75% Filter Symbols: R = this means the filter is reusable for more than one shift. S = means the filter protects against solid particles. L = means the filter protect against liquid particles.

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