3M GVP Series User Instructions
3M GVP Series User Instructions

3M GVP Series User Instructions

Belt-mounted powered air purifying respirator assembly

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GVP Series Belt-Mounted Powered Air Purifying
Respirator Assembly
User Instructions for 3M™ Belt-Mounted PAPR Assembly GVP-1, GVP-1U, GVP-
CB, GVP-PSK2, GVP-614-SK and 3M™ PAPR Unit GVP-100
IMPORTANT: Before use, the wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these User
Instructions for reference.

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  • Page 1 GVP Series Belt-Mounted Powered Air Purifying Respirator Assembly User Instructions for 3M™ Belt-Mounted PAPR Assembly GVP-1, GVP-1U, GVP- CB, GVP-PSK2, GVP-614-SK and 3M™ PAPR Unit GVP-100 IMPORTANT: Before use, the wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these User...
  • Page 2: Limitations Of Use

    Do not dispose of Li-ion batteries in a fire or send for incineration. Battery packs should be treated as special waste and in accordance Use the 3M™ Spark Arrest Cover GVP-146 to help reduce exposure of the 3M™ Motor Blower GVP-100 and 3M™ GVP Cartridges or Filters to with your local environmental regulations.
  • Page 3 Failure to do so may result in sickness or death. Do not use with parts or accessories other than those manufactured by 3M as described in these User Instructions or on the NIOSH Approval Label for this respirator. Do not attempt to repair or modify any component of the system except as described in these User Instructions.
  • Page 4 BT-Series breathing tubes 1. Screw the 3M™ Adapter V-199 into the GVP PAPR outlet port. 2. Attach the BT breathing tube to the adapter by inserting the tube end with two prongs into the top of the adapter. Twist the end of the tube to lock it in place (Fig.
  • Page 5 1. Screw the threaded end without the 90 degree elbow into the GVP PAPR outlet port. 2. Remove the 3M™ Gasket Valve Plug 7890 from the center port of the full facepiece respirator (Fig. 12 and 13). 3. Ensure side inhalation ports are closed: •...
  • Page 6: Entering And Exiting The Contaminated Area

    The following instructions are intended to serve as a guideline for the use of the 3M™ GVP PAPR. It is not to be considered all-inclusive, nor is 2. Ensure that the filter selected is secured to the PAPR before testing airflow.
  • Page 7: Cleaning, Storage And Disposal

    W WARNING • Voltage: 4.8 Volts DC Never alter or modify this respirator. Repair or replace parts only with the 3M components approved for this assembly. Failure to do so may • Battery Pack Life: Approx. 500-1000 charge cycles² adversely affect product performance and result in sickness or death.
  • Page 8 Refer to the User Instructions for the specific headgear to be used to determine the assigned protection factor for the GVP PAPR system. Consult 3M Technical Data Bulletin #175 for further information on APFs and supporting test data. HE Filter Service Life The HE filter must be changed when the air flow as shown by the air flow indicator falls below 6 cfm or the HE filter becomes excessively dirty, damaged, or wet.
  • Page 9 GVP-1 with NiMH Non Intrinsically Safe System GVP Assembly with Li-Ion Battery: Non Intrinsically System a. PAPR Unit (Motor/Blower) GVP-100 GVP optional parts not shown: a. PAPR Unit (Motor/Blower) GVP-100 GVP optional parts not shown: • Urethane Waist Belt GVP-117 •...
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Change gas and vapor cartridge. The gas and vapor cartridge being used is incidental, special or consequential, arising out of sale, use or misuse of 3M PSD products, or the user’s inability to use such products. THE Refer to respirator decision logic such as REMEDIES SET FORTH HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE.
  • Page 11 Charge battery only in clean, well-ventilated, non-hazardous locations. • The 3M™ Battery Pack BP-15 has a red indicator light, located on the top of the battery by the switch. 1. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. For indoor use only.

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