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  • Page 2: General Information

    Instructions for use for SR 580 should be read before use. SR 580 together with the fan unit SR 500/SR 500 EX/SR 700 and approved filters is included in the Sundström fan-assisted respiratory protective device system conforming to EN 12941/ EN 12942:1998 SR 580 can be used together with fan unit SR 500 EX in explosive atmospheres.

  • Page 3: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS •Complete SR 580 •Breathing hose •User instructions •Cleaning tissue...
  • Page 4 CHECK THE HELMET 1. Check that the 6-point harness is secured correctly 2. Check that the comfort band is attached and clean 3. Check that the face seal is clipped securely to the head harness To adjust the height of the helmet interior, move the pins between positions a and b.
  • Page 5 The end of the hose with the o-ring The threaded end is to be there is no damage goes to the SR 500 Fan Unit connected to the helmet Check o-ring and replace if Check that the thread is ok...
  • Page 6 ATTACHING THE HOSE COVER Slide hose into hose cover and secure at each end with a cable tie as shown. To remove, whilst wearing gloves, snip through cable ties at each end, slide out hose and discard used cover with other relevant waste...
  • Page 7 REMOVING AND REPLACING SWEAT BAND Remove the sweatband, wash or replace with new Unhook the face seal from Fit new headband starting in the middle and with the cut the head harness or groove upwards to match the Velcro fastening. The sweatband will only fasten on one side The face seal is attached to the head harness by 2 hooks.
  • Page 8 REPLACING VISOR Unhook the face seal from The lower visor frame is secured by 2 clips. the head harness Push the clips out whilst pulling the lower visor frame The face seal is attached to down the head harness by 2 hooks.
  • Page 9 REPLACING VISOR Fit the lower visor frame back Fit the lower visor frame back onto the helmet by sliding it onto the helmet by sliding it into into position. position.
  • Page 10 REPLACING VISOR Ease the visor into place and Check that the visor is secure Reattach face seal hooks to push into place. A ‘click’ and correctly in place. the head harness indicates that the frame is Ensure that the visor is locked in position.
  • Page 11 REPLACING FACE SEAL Unfasten the face seal by pulling its frame until Unhook face seal and remove the lower frame and visor as before the pins release from the holes in the visor. Remove the face seal.
  • Page 12 REPLACING FACE SEAL The face seal plastic frame has a groove in which a flange on the lower visor frame fits. The frame locks into position using two pins – one at either end which fit into a hole in the visor frame. Start at one side, push the pin upwards Push the seal along the face seal frame so it is securely fastened on the lower visor frame...
  • Page 13 REPLACING FACE SEAL As before, refit the visor into the lower visor frame. Fit the lower visor frame back onto the helmet by sliding it into position. Ease the visor into place and push into place. A ‘click’ indicates that the frame is locked in position. Check that the visor is secure and correctly in place.
  • Page 14 EXHALATION VALVE & COVER The exhalation membrane is fitted on Pull out the membrane. a pin inside the valve cover. The cover must be replaced at the same time as Check and, if necessary, clean the membrane. the seal groove in the valve seat. Remove the valve cover from the valve seat...
  • Page 15 EXHALATION VALVE & COVER Once cleaned and checked, press the new Press the valve cover firmly back or cleaned membrane securely on the pin. into position. A ‘snap’ indicates that it is locked Carefully check that the membrane is fully in contact with the valve seat.
  • Page 16 DONNING THE HELMET Raise the visor and put on the Insert a finger inside the face seal Lower the visor by pulling the face helmet and move it along the length of seal down below your chin. the contact surface to check the If necessary, adjust the width of the A ‘click’...
  • Page 17 SR 500 Easily operated battery powered fan with particle- or combination filters With all Sundström headtops provides an Assigned Protection Factor ( APF of 40) • Ergonomic • Automatic air flow control • User friendly • High protection factor •...
  • Page 18 GENERAL INFORMATION Instructions for use for SR 500 should be read before use. The SR 500 is a battery-powered fan that is included, together with the filter and approved human interface, in the Sundström respiratory protective system conforming to EN 12941/12942:1998 class TH3/TM3.
  • Page 19 SR 500 Packing list: • Fan unit SR 500 • Battery, STD • Battery charger SR 513 • Belt SR 508 • Particle filter SR 510 P3 R, 2x • Filter adapters, SR 511, 2x • Pre-filters, SR 221, 10x •...
  • Page 20 REMOVING THE BATTERY TO CHARGE On delivery, the battery is fitted to the fan with a protective tape over the battery terminals. Remove the protective tape. Release the battery by placing the fan upside down. Fold back the cover/lock on the battery a couple of centimetres and then push with the other thumb.
  • Page 21 Charging takes place BATTERY CHARGING automatically in 3 steps 1. Boosted charging, orange LED alight (rapid charge up to 80% capacity). 2. Balanced charging, yellow LED alight (charges the remaining 20% slowly) Connect the power supply lead to the battery 3.
  • Page 22 BATTERY CHARGING Multi-station charger allows When ready, replace the battery into the centralised charging when fan unit and when it meets resistance, multiple units are on site. release the lock to slide in fully Plug in batteries and charge as previous slide...
  • Page 23 FITTING THE BELT All three tongues are now in Insert the three tongues of Correctly fitted belt position. the belt half into the slot in Press the three small lips that the fan. Start by fitting the lock the belt down towards top tongue on the belt and the fan.

  • Page 24: Fitting The Harness

    FITTING THE HARNESS The Harness can be adjusted to 3 heights by removing and refitting the orange height clip...
  • Page 25 FITTING THE HARNESS Bend up the three tongues Insert the three tongues of Once both sides are fitted, of the other side of the the harness (either waist or slide in the internal locking harness (either waist or between shoulder blades) clips and ensure they are between shoulder blades) into the slots on 1 side of...
  • Page 26 ATTACHING PARTICLE FILTERS AND COVERS Check that the gaskets in Snap the filter onto the filter adapter. the filter mounting of the fan Do not press onto the centre of the filter –it might unit are in place and are in good condition.
  • Page 27 ATTACHING PARTICLE FILTERS AND COVERS Fit one pre-filter into each Screw the adapter into the filter pre-filter holder. mounting so far that the adapter will be in contact with the gasket. Press the pre-filter The pre-filter should slip Then turn it about 1/8 turn further holders down onto the snugly under the shoulders in order to ensure a good seal.
  • Page 28 CHANGING PARTICLE FILTERS AND PRE-FILTERS Change pre-filter by Grip the filter with one hand. pressing it in the middle Bear in mind that both filters Place the thumb of the other must be changed at the and then remove it. hand on the underside of the same time.
  • Page 29 ATTACHING COMBINATION GAS AND PARTICLE FILTERS AND COVERS Check that the gaskets in Snap the particle filter onto the gas filter. The arrows on the filter mounting of the fan the particle filter must point towards the gas filter. unit are in place and are in Do not press onto the centre of the filter –it might good condition.
  • Page 30 ATTACHING COMBINATION GAS AND PARTICLE FILTERS AND COVERS Fit one pre-filter into each Screw the filter combination into the filter mounting so far that the pre-filter holder. filter will be in contact with the gasket. Then turn it about 1/8 turn further in order to ensure a good seal.
  • Page 31 CHANGING COMBINATION GAS AND PARTICLE FILTERS AND COVERS Bear in mind that both gas filters/ Unscrew the filter/combined Change pre-filter by combined filters must be changed filter. To change the gas pressing it in the middle at the same time and must be of filter, prise the particle filter and then remove it.
  • Page 32 OPERATING THE FAN UNIT Pressing the button again will After the button has been increase the flow will to 240 l/min pressed, a programmed To start the fan, press the indicated by the large fan symbol test will be run on the fan control button once.
  • Page 33 OPERATING THE FAN UNIT CONTD When about 5% battery capacity is To switch off the fan, keep The battery symbol on the left, the fan will begin to initiate an the control button depressed display indicates the battery alarm and the battery symbol will for about 2 seconds.

  • Page 34: Performance Check

    PERFORMANCE CHECK Turn the flow meter bag inside out so Check that the fan is complete with filters that the transparent measuring tube is correctly fitted, cleaned and undamaged. on the outside. Connect the hose from the head top to the Note.
  • Page 35 PERFORMANCE CHECK Place the head top in the flow meter bag and start the fan unit. Grip the lower part of the bag in order to seal around the hose. Grip around the measuring tube and hold the tube vertical. The ball should now float level with or just over the 175 l/min marking.
  • Page 36 PERFORMANCE CHECK The equipment is designed to provide a warning if the air flow is obstructed, and this should be checked in conjunction with the flow. Check before the equipment is taken into use. N.B. If the minimum flow is not achieved or if the alarm signals do not operate as intended, the fan must not be used.
  • Page 37 DONNING SYSTEM Before putting the equipment on, read carefully the user instructions for the headtop. After the filter has been fitted, a performance check has been carried out and the head top has been connected, the equipment can be put on. Always don the fan unit first, ‘reverse’...
  • Page 38 DONNING SYSTEM Lastly fit headtop ensuring the breathing hose runs down your back and is not twisted. Put the belt ends in the clips on each side of the belt.
  • Page 39 PRE USE CHECK • Visual & manual inspection of headtop, & fan unit ensuring no damage • Ensure PAPR is flowing correctly (≥ 175 l/min ), battery is charged and any hoses are undamaged • Ensure that all relevant valves & gaskets are in place, seating correctly, and valves are soft and pliable •...
  • Page 40 MONTHLY RECORDED INSPECTION This inspection is a COSHH requirement Examine and test RPE thoroughly at least monthly and infrequently used RPE at least three monthly Replace time-expired, worn or damaged parts including valves and face seals Keep a stock of replaceable parts Check the expiry dates on RPE and filters Keep records of all maintenance checks undertaken.
  • Page 41 SR 500 CLEANING • Remove filters and hose and check gaskets on the fan unit for signs of damage or wear. Replace if necessary • Insert plug kit to prevent dirt and water from entering the fan housing. • Sundström cleaning tissues SR 5226 which clean and disinfect are recommended for daily care.
  • Page 42 SR 500 CLEANING CONTD • Clean the pre-filter holders inside and out • Wipe the filter adapter clean. Check that the sealing ridge for the particle filter is undamaged • Wipe the belt clean • Leave all parts to air dry before re-...
  • Page 43 Ensure that they are clean, if necessary, rub gently with a light abrasive such as wire wool Check also the 2 contact rivets on the SR 500 itself and again, if necessary, rub gently with a light abrasive such as wire wool...
  • Page 44 BATTERY & CHARGER CLEANING If the battery charger is used in a dusty environment, there can be miscommunication between batteries and chargers. The chargers are intelligent and need to communicate with the battery to decide if the battery needs to be charged. Sometimes, compacted dust can interrupt that communication and then leads to the batteries not charging properly.
  • Page 45 SR 580 CLEANING • Sundström cleaning tissues SR 5226 are recommended for daily care. • Remove Sweatband & Chinseal; wash thoroughly and leave to dry • Remove and clean visor under a shower or running water to remove any dust. •...
  • Page 46 (max 40 °C). Other items can be washed in the dishwasher (max 55 °C). • If necessary, spray the SR 500 fan unit and • SR 580 Helmet with 70 % ethanol or isopropanol solution for disinfection.
  • Page 47 STORAGE Once clean, you need to store your Sundström respiratory equipment when not in use. You may wish to create For a low cost, simple a bespoke storage area solution a 35 litre Keep it away from direct sunlight or and we are happy to storage box (Really other sources of heat.
  • Page 48 KEEP BREATHING We Design & Manufacture World Class Respiratory Protection UK office: (opening hours: 0900-1600 Monday to Friday) 0330 808 8935 ukhelpdesk@srsafety.com www.srsafety.com...

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