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3M Versaflo TR-300+ Series User Instructions

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PSD Technical Content
Review Summary
Project Title: PSD - Easy Clean Bkpk UIs
Details of Request:
Technical Content
MIRANDA DE LA VICTORIA
Contact:
Today's Date:
12/5/2022
Date Needed:
2022-12-09
Requestor:
Jimmy Wong
Canada Use
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Pre-Approval:
Collaborative
Review:
Management
Scott Larson
Review:
Legal Review:
Lisa Brihn
Content Summary:
Portfolio:
Respiratory
Region:
EMEA, USAC
Audience:
External
Asset Type:
Instructions
Translations Needed:
NIOSH UI - EN, FR-CA, SP. CE - Standard languages.
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  • Page 1 PSD Technical Content Review Summary Project Title: PSD - Easy Clean Bkpk UIs Details of Request: Technical Content MIRANDA DE LA VICTORIA Contact: Today’s Date: 12/5/2022 Date Needed: 2022-12-09 Requestor: Jimmy Wong Canada Use Pre-Approval: Collaborative Review: Management Scott Larson Review: Legal Review: Lisa Brihn...
  • Page 2 98-0060-0251-7_1 Activity Summary for TR-300+ PAPR Assembly Initials Date Comments Dec 1, 2016 New User Instruction for TR-300+...
  • Page 3 TR-300+ Series Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) Assembly User Instructions for 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ Belt Mounted Assemblies. IMPORTANT: Before use, the wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Keep these User Instructions for reference.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse may result in injury, sickness or death. For correct use, consult supervisor and User Instructions, or call 3M Technical Service in USA at 1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.

  • Page 5: Foreword

    Versaflo™ family of respiratory protection products. The TR-300+ PAPR assemblies are designed to be used with the 3M headgear listed on the approval label to form a complete National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) approved respiratory system. When used in accordance with its NIOSH approval, TR-300+ PAPR assemblies help provide respiratory protection against particulates.
  • Page 6 4. Failure to follow these User Instructions may reduce respirator performance, overexpose you to contaminants, and may result in injury, sickness, or death. a. 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.

  • Page 7: Limitations Of Use

    APPROVALS, CAUTIONS & LIMITATIONS NIOSH Approval The 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ Assembly is one component of a NIOSH approved respiratory system. Refer to these User Instructions and/or the NIOSH approval label provided with the TR-300+ for a listing of components and optional accessories that can be used to assemble a...

  • Page 8: Unpacking & Battery Charging

    There are two battery charging options for 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ Batteries. The 3M™ Battery TR-341N kit includes (1) 3M™ Charger Cradle TR-340 and (1) 3M™ Power Supply TR-941N. The 3M™ 4-Station Battery Charger Kit TR-344N includes (1) 3M™ 4-Station Battery Charger Base/Power Supply TR-944N, and (4) 3M™...
  • Page 9 4. Battery charging: Ensure the gold electrical contacts on the battery and charger are clean, dry and free of debris. Insert the battery pack into the 3M™ Battery Charger Cradle TR-340 by sliding the back end of the battery pack in first. Set front end down and click into place (Fig. 2), charging will begin.

  • Page 10: Component Description & Assembly

    Installation and Removal of 3M TR-330 or TR-332 Battery Packs NOTE: Only 3M™ Battery Pack TR-330 or TR-332 can be used with the 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ or TR-300 Motor/Blowers. Attempts to use any other battery pack will void the NIOSH approval, system warranty, will not provide respiratory protection, and may damage the PAPR.
  • Page 11 Never attempt to clean filter by knocking or blowing out accumulated material. Doing so will damage the filter media. e. Use of the spark arrestor is mandatory for welding and all situations where the 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ may be exposed to sparks, molten metal or other hot particulates.
  • Page 12 barrier (Fig. 6-5). The inner gasket is the primary seal between the filter and blower. The outer barrier acts to keep dirt and debris from behind the filter. 2. Confirm the TR-300+ is powered off. Do not install or replace the filter, prefilter, or spark arrestor/prefilter while the motor/blower is running.
  • Page 13 Breathing Tubes The 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ PAPR is approved for use with 3M™ Versaflo™ Breathing Tubes. Select an approved breathing tube that is appropriate for the work conditions.
  • Page 14 Belts Select an approved belt appropriate for the work conditions. Install the belt by threading the end of the belt through the retaining slots on the back side of the motor/blower (Fig. 10). Position the motor/blower so it rests in the small of the back or other location around the waist. Tighten belt for a snug fit. For TR-325 (nylon web) and TR-327 (Easy Clean), multiple belts can be interconnected to provide the wearer with a comfortable fit.

  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ on Press the blue power/flow control button (Fig. 12 or 13-1) for 2 seconds and release. The unit will turn on and perform a self-diagnostic. The flow level, filter loading and battery charge indictors will blink and the auditory alarm will sound.

  • Page 16: Inspection

    Failure to follow these User Instructions may reduce respirator performance, overexpose you to contaminants, and may result in injury, sickness, or death. a. 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.
  • Page 17 Closely inspect the entire PAPR system including the motor/blower, cover, filter/cartridge, breathing tube, battery, belt, and headgear. Pay particular attention to component connection points for wear or damage. If parts are missing or damaged, replace them only with 3M™ Versaflo™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-300+ replacement parts before proceeding.
  • Page 18 Chart 1: Determining airflow indicator zone based on elevation and temperature. Recommended use temperature range: 23°F to 129°F (-5°C to 54°C). Recommended elevation: -328 feet to 14107 feet (-100 meters to 4300 meters). Contact 3M Technical Service if intended use may be outside of these ranges.

  • Page 19: Entering And Exiting The Contaminated Area

    LED should both stop when the motor returns to the selected speed. NOTE: If the low airflow alarm fails to sound, do not use the unit. Contact 3M Technical Service. ENTERING AND EXITING THE CONTAMINATED AREA...

  • Page 20: Cleaning, Storage And Disposal

    Remove the belt from the motor/blower by sliding it through the retaining slots on the back of the motor/blower (If sliders are used, they may need to be removed as well. The 3M™ Easy Clean Belt TR-327 is made of a non-porous material and can be wiped down or submersed in a soapy water solution.
  • Page 21 In the United States and Canada, 3M participates in the Call2Recycle program which provides for 3M™ PAPR Batteries to be dropped off (free of charge) at participating recycling collection sites. Please dispose of batteries according to federal, state, provincial and local regulations.

  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Airflow Nominal 6.5 cfm (185 lpm): Standard flow Nominal 7.2 cfm (205 lpm): High flow Respirator System Operating Temperature 23ºF to 129°F (-5 to 54°C). Motor blower battery alarm will activate when battery pack internal temperature exceeds 130ºF (55ºC). Motor blower will shut down if the battery pack temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) Operating Altitude Range...
  • Page 23 Motor/blower Alarms Low air flow Activates when airflow falls below 6 CFM (170 lpm) for greater than approximately 30 seconds. If alarm condition continues (airflow remains below 6 CFM) for approximately 15 minutes, the TR-300+ system will automatically shut down. Low battery pack voltage Activates when approximately 10-15 minutes of power remains.

  • Page 24: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    There are no user serviceable parts inside the TR-300+ PAPR Assembly. The motor/blower unit should not be opened to attempt repairs, doing so will void the warranty. Consult the TR-300+ Parts and Accessories guide for additional information including a listing of 3M™ Versaflo™ TR-300+ PAPR part numbers and exploded views.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    There are no user serviceable parts inside the TR-300+ PAPR Assembly. The motor blower unit should not be opened to attempt repairs or for any other reason. Contact 3M Technical Service to help identify additional possible causes and corrective actions for other problems you may experience.

  • Page 26: Warranty

    3M™ Versaflo™ Respirator Product returned to 3M in accordance with the instructions below and found by 3M to have been defective at the time of purchase or during the warranty period as applicable. This Warranty does not apply to any parts that have been misused, altered or had repair attempted, or have been subjected to abuse, accidental or otherwise.
  • Page 27 1 800 364-3577 ou 1 651 737-6501 3M Personal Safety Division 3M Center, Building 0235-02-W-70 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 © 3M 2016. 3M and Versaflo are trademarks of 3M Company, used under license in Canada. 3M PSD products are occupational use only. 98-0060-0251-7_1...

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