TPower User Manual in Australian
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1. EEx ib IIC T3 i Electrical apparatus corresponds to one or more of the types of protection which are the subject of the specific European Standards listed above Category for the type of protection used protection concept intrinsic safety Limit the energy of sparks and surface temperatures Group of the electrical apparatus For places with a potentially explosive atmosphere other than Mines susceptible to fire damp Temperature class For electrical apparatus for Group Il having a maximum surface temperature of 200 C Explosion protection mark In addition the blower and battery are marked with the month and year of construction In use filtered air from the T POWER blower is delivered via a hose to the face piece and exits through the face seal or exhalation valve The basic blower has single filter port Two additional filters can be fitted by replacing blanking plugs at each end of the blower body with filter adaptors shown as 1 in Fig 1 T POWER is electronically controlled to provide sufficient air to the wearer and to warn when Flow rate is too low the bleeper sounds intermittently and a yellow LED flashes This warning continues until the unit is switched off or flow rate reaches a safe level For example low flow due to a blocked filter will cause this alarm Fitting a new filter will cancel the alarm automatically e Battery charge is low when approximately 5 minutes power r2. Fig 2 1 Configure the blower by adding or removing filter adaptors see Fig 2 2 Check that adaptor seals are in good condition and properly fitted Il negate the approval and will be likely to reduce the level of 3 Ensure that the adaptor retainers are inserted from the rear and that they are visible in the holes at the front of the unit When inserted correctly the retainers should be held in position by the lugs underneath the belt loops 4 Remove the filter from its packaging which should be undamaged If in doubt do not use 5 Check that the filter has not exceeded its use by date and that the filter thread is in good condition 6 Check that the filter is appropriate to the hazard If in doubt consult a qualified responsible person 7 Check that the filter seal is in good condition and properly located 8 Check that the threads in the filter adaptor or filter body are in good condition and clear of contaminant 9 Screw the filter firmly home until the tab on the base of the filter passes over the protrusion or 1 Mark on the blower body or filter adaptor shown as 1 in Fig 3 Continue until the filter is finger tight DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN DO NOT allow the tab to pass the 2 Mark shown as 2 in Fig 3 Fig 3 BEFORE USE 1 Ensure that all parts of the complete equipment have been properly cleaned and decontaminated in accordance with these instructions see After
3. TA2098 Item No Adaptor Retainer Description Pack of 2 1022647 Filter Adaptor Pack of 2 TOR ADAPT Adaptor O Ring Pack of 10 1028131 Filter Seal Red Pack of 10 1022652 Filter Seal Black Pack of 5 1022190 Battery 4 Hour Capacity NiCd Battery 7 5 Hour Capacity NiMH Battery 8 Hour Capacity NiCd TOR BATT M TORIBATT LITE TOR BATT H Blanking Plug Pack of 2 1074357 Waist belt ECWB 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 7 8 9 Blower Unit Assembly 1070614 Flow Tester PPFI92 ASSY TOR Smart Battery Charger TOR BC SM Holdall BAG PPR T POWER WARRANTY The products manufactured at our factories in Skelmersdale and Vaasa carry a warranty of 12 months unless stated otherwise for parts labour and return to site The warranty period runs from the date of purchase by the end user These products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of delivery SCOTT will be under no liability for any defect arising from wilful damage negligence abnormal working conditions failure to follow the original manufacturers instructions misuse or unauthorised alteration or repair Evidence of purchase date will need to be provided for any claims arising during the warranty period All warranty claims must be directed through SCOTT Customer Services and in accordance with our s
4. hose battery charge low equipment fault in the blower battery or charger If a faulty battery fan unit or charger is suspected the complete unit must be returned to a Protector Respiratory Service Centre complete with a decontamination certificate and a note detailing the faults T POWER is a sealed calibrated for life unit and contains no serviceable internal parts T POWER Regardless of usage each unit requires a documented monthly inspection of all aspects relating to safety This should be carried out by a trained responsible person Records may be entered in the section at the end of this manual or separately if this is more convenient Records should be maintained throughout the life of the equipment and should be stored for 5 years thereafter RECORD INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE DETAILS Record test and maintenance details on the Inspection and Maintenance Record Sheet provided at the back of this Manual Information recorded usually includes e Name of employer responsible for the apparatus Make model number or identification mark of the apparatus together with a description of any distinguishing features sufficient to enable clear identification Date of the inspection maintenance together with the name signature or unique authentication mark of the examiner e Condition of the apparatus details of any defects found and any remedial action taken SPARE PARTS T POWER
5. water and allow to dry in a well ventilated area do not use radiant heat DO NOT USE A DRY CLOTH as this may cause the body to acquire and store a static electrical charge 8 Recharge the battery Batteries must only be charged in a clean dry atmosphere away from direct sources of heat within the recommended storage conditions and NEVER in a potentially explosive atmosphere Before charging the battery ensure that the charger and mains voltage are compatible Connect the charger to the battery via the concentric plug and switch on at the mains The red LED on the charger should illuminate and remain illuminated throughout the charging period The battery should become fully charged in approximately seven hours Optimum performance with new battery packs is achieved after they have been cycled three times For further details please refer to the instructions supplied with the charger STORAGE When not in use the equipment should be stored in a clean dry environment away from direct heat sources between 10 C and 30 C at a humidity of less than 65 RH INSPECTION MAINTENANCE The following components should be checked daily when T POWER is in regular use 1 Inspect the face piece seal s for any signs damage or excessive distortion 2 Check the integrity of the head harness bed fixing and webbing 3 Condition of the hose which should have no cuts or cracks Ensure that the sealing O Ring on the h
6. A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A T POWER Operating and Maintenance Instructions WARNINGS Read this Manual together with the User Instructions for the T head top and T filters used with T POWER Ensure that your selection of respiratory protective devices conform to the requirements AS NZS1715 2009 These instructions must not be confused with instructions for similar devices In the power off state little or no respiratory protection is to be expected This is regarded as an abnormal condition In the power off state a rapid build up of carbon dioxide and a depletion of oxygen within the hood or helmet may occur In the unlikely event of a blower failure the wearer should leave the hazardous area immediately and then remove the equipment At very high work rates the pressure inside the face piece may become negative with the result that the protection may be less than expected DO NOT remove the face piece while in the hazardous area DO NOT interfere with the seals in any way whilst work is progressing DO NOT snag the hose or disturb the fit of the face piece DO NOT use the device if the seal is adversely affected by spectacles or beards The use of an intrinsically safe device in an atmosphere for which it is not listed or the use of a non intrinsically safe device in a flammable or explosive atmosphere may lead to fire or explosion resulting in serious injury or death If a T POWER is u
7. Use and or local statutory guidelines 2 Check that the blower body and adaptors If fitted are not damaged or likely to leak 3 Check that the inspection service record is up to date monthly inspection is the minimum requirement and that the daily checks have been carried out The user may find it convenient to personalise the battery and blower by filling in the user identity labels Using a ballpoint pen print the appropriate initials on the foil label remove the protective paper from the transparent cover and press it firmly down 4 Check that the battery is not damaged has been freshly charged and is of the required design duration The medium capacity battery is for a half shift 4 hours and the high capacity battery is T POWER for a full shift 7 5 or 8 hours dependant upon the battery type as listed in the Spare Parts table Slide the battery into the blower ensuring that both clips are engaged see Fig 4 TA2048 A Fig 4 5 Fit the appropriate filter s after checking the filter seals are in good condition Follow the instructions in Fitting a Filter 6 Check that the hose is appropriate for the type of face piece in use and for any cracks cuts distortion or other damage A damaged hose or wrong type of hose must be replaced 7 Fit the face piece to the blower by inserting the hose connector into the blower outlet This is only possible when the arrow on the connector is
8. ales return procedure 10 NOTIFIED BODIES Inspec International Limited 0194 56 Leslie Hough Way Salford Greater Manchester M6 6AJ England BSI Product Services 0086 Kitemark House Maylands Avenue Hemel Hempstead HP2 4SQ England SAI Global 286 Sussex Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Certificate Number SMK1214 Intrinsic Safety Sira Certification Service 0518 South Hill Chiselhurst Kent BR7 5EH England Certificate Numbers Ex 95C2060X Ex 97D2159X
9. aligned with the arrow on the blower body see Fig 5 Rotate the connector clockwise past the notch This secures the connector to the blower TA2096 T POWER 8 Carry out a flow rate test a Switch on T POWER with the flow tester correctly fitted The unit should bleep once b Check that the float rises completely above the TM line see Fig 1 Note The flow test determines the fact that the minimum flow rate of the blower is being achieved it does NOT establish the available duration which depends on the battery in use and its state of charge 9 Refit the hose and inspect the face piece checking that the face piece face seal head harness and hose are secure and undamaged Tug the hose connection to ensure it is secure 10 Check that the belt is secure and undamaged and fasten the blower to the waist The belt is adjustable and TIPOWER can be worn in any comfortable position although it is recommended that it is kept behind the wearer with the belt moderately tight 11 Switch on T POWER and check that the unit beeps once for a closed face piece twice for an open face piece 12 Fit the face piece following the appropriate instructions ensuring that the hose is not twisted or looped as this may restrict movement or the air flow 13 Proceed to the work area IN USE Safety To ensure that the expected level of protection is attained Check that the filter canister is not da
10. emains the bleeper sounds intermittently and red LED flashes To switch the unit off the POWER OFF button must be pressed for 3 seconds The replaceable filters are mounted on the belt mounted blower to which is also connected a rechargeable battery pack A single filter must always be mounted on the blower For multi filter requirements blanking panels at each the end of the blower body may be replaced with adaptors that permit the attachment of a further two filters FILTER SELECTION T POWER The correct facepiece together with the correct filters should be chosen after considering the intended application the hazards likely to be present and the preferences of the wearer Full details of suitable filters and all T POWER powered respirator systems can be obtained from Customer Services at Scott Health and Safety Limited LIMITATIONS TO USE This product must only be used by trained persons fully aware of prevailing workplace hazards Some T POWER systems are for use in potentially explosive atmospheres but must only be considered as intrinsically safe if both the battery and blower are marked as such Wind speeds in excess of 2 metres per second may affect the degree of respiratory protection expected from the equipment T POWER should be fitted with filters appropriate to the application selected by a competent person with a full knowledge of respiratory hazards and their concentrations in the wor
11. flammable or explosive atmosphere is not a consideration T POWER may be used between 10 C and 50 C T POWER INTRODUCTION The black T POWER blower is moulded i ti stati terial T POWER is a powered respirator system Nae atc Ne which conforms to Australian Standard T POWER protects against the inhalation AS NZS1716 2003 It comprises a of harmful dusts mists fumes vapours blower and a range of batteries some of or gases especially where protection is which are approved as intrinsically safe required for long periods and is of for use in explosive or flammable particular benefit in hot or humid atmospheres EEx ib IIC T3 environments As PPE is exempt from the ATEX Directive 94 9 EC TIPOWER cannot be approved to this directive Scott Health and Safety Limited have demonstrated compliance with the requirements for use in potentially explosive gas atmospheres by having T POWER approved to EN 50014 1977 and EN 50020 1977 For potentially explosive dust atmospheres the blower circuit board is low energy and would not present a hazard if exposed Users should continue to ensure however that if the blower suffers any damage to the casing it should be Fig 1 withdrawn from use and replaced TA2099 i The following markings appear on the The T POWER casing is approved for blower and battery and their meanings resistance against dust and water ingress are described below to EN 60529 1991 Code IP54
12. kplace To ensure adequate protection is afforded it is essential that the T POWER is correctly configured and that the filters are used in the combinations listed in the following table Australian Device Classification PAPR P1 Required Minimum Protection Factor RMPF Up to 10 x RMPF Maximum Gas Vapour Concentration present in the air 1000 ppm by volume No of Gas Filters No of Combine d Filters No of Particulate Filters PF251 2 No of Particulate Filters PF251 SUPER PAPR P2 Up to 50 x RMPF 1000 ppm by volume PAPR P3 Up to 50 x RMPF Over 100 x RMPF According to AS NZS1715 Please consult the face piece Instruction Manual for classification and RMPF of the device 1000 ppm by volume 1000 ppm by volume 2009 Dependent upon face piece Note e PAPR P3 filters are suitable for all types of particulate hazards including dust mist and fume of all types radioactive dusts bacteria and viruses Please contact Customer Services at Scott Health and Safety Limited for more detailed information on filter selection appropriate maximum use concentration levels and relevant local legislation T POWER The following filters are available for use with T POWER Filter Type PAPR A1 Gas Colour Code Application Organic gases and vapours with a boiling point Brown above 65 C PAPR K1 Gas Green Ammonia and orga
13. maged DO NOT use the T POWER for longer than the design duration If there is a perceived reduction in air flow leave the work area immediately and check the equipment and the flow rate AFTER USE Where the equipment must be cleaned and decontaminated when leaving the work area a dirty area remote from the hazardous environment should be set aside for this 1 Remove any protective clothing with the T POWER still running 2 Remove any loose contamination from the outside of the unit with a brush or cloth 3 Remove the face piece 4 Switch the T POWER off undo the belt and cap the filters Put the unit to one side and complete any personal hygiene 5 The unit must be cleaned before being stored use a damp cloth to remove dust from all surfaces or a brush for awkward areas Ensure that the LED indicators are clean and clearly visible All cleaning decontamination must be completed by trained responsible persons Care must be taken that no harmful dusts can be inhaled or ingested while this work is completed 6 Make absolutely certain that no contaminant falls into the blower inlet fan housing whilst the filter is being removed Do not immerse any part of the equipment during the cleaning procedure In particular water must not be allowed to enter the fan housing hose or face piece as this will cause contamination which will be difficult to remove 7E Clean using a clean lint free cloth moistened in
14. nic ammonia derivatives PAPR A1 P3 Combined Brown and White As TF200 plus solid and liquid particulates PAPR K1 P3 Combined Green and White As TF203 plus solid and liquid particulates PAPR ABEK1Hg P3 Combined Organic gases and vapours with a boiling point above 65 C inorganic and acid gases as well as ammonia and organic ammonia derivatives solid and liquid hazardous particles White Red Green Yellow Grey Brown PF251 2 PAPR P3 Particulate Solid and liquid particulates including dusts mist White fumes fibres bacteria and virus PF251 SUPER PAPR P3 Particulate Note As PF251 2 Longer lasting high capacity White particulate filter Gas and combined filters must be used in multiples and one must be mounted on the blower body FITTING A FILTER Damaged worn or badly fitted filter seals permit contaminant to bypass the filter endangering wearer life and health When T POWER is used with more th an one filter the filters must be changed as a set and not individually All filters must be of the same type The markings on these filters in relation filter relating to any other standard to AS NZS1716 2003 must not be confused with markings on a This product must only be used with Protector branded filters manufactured by Scott Health and Safety Limited The use of any other filters wi protection provided TA2047 A
15. ose blower connection is present undamaged and lightly greased 4 Condition of the blower particularly the threads filter sealing face s and rubber seals 5 Flow rate using the appropriate indicator T POWER 6 Visually check the exhalation valve where fitted by removing the cover and inspecting the valve for distortion cuts or cracks 7 Condition of the visor scratched visors may obscure vision and are a potential hazard 8 Condition of the battery batteries with cuts or cracks MUST NOT be used and should be replaced immediately All rubber parts should be replaced at least annually regardless of usage This includes exhale valves filter seals sealing O Rings for the filter adaptors end plates and the hose connection O Ring Damaged or defective parts must be replaced with genuine Protector spares see Spare Parts Use of other spare parts is likely to degrade the performance of the equipment and will invalidate the warranty All replacements should be noted in the service record Note The filter seals used in the blower and the filter adaptors are similar in appearance but are not interchangeable In order to assist identification the filter adaptor seals are moulded in red Fit filter seals so that the part number is against the blower body or adaptor An inadequate flow rate may be caused by any one of the following faults which should be checked in turn clogged filter split
16. sed in an explosive or flammable atmosphere failure to regularly inspect the respirator as described in this instruction failure to correct damage to the respirator or the installation of incorrect batteries or substitution of any other components may impair the intrinsic safety of the unit Impairing the intrinsic safety of the unit may lead to a fire or an explosion which could result in serious injury or death DO NOT remove or change batteries in a flammable atmosphere Batteries must only be removed or changed in an area known to be non flammable to prevent an explosion that may result in serious injury or death DO NOT charge batteries in a flammable atmosphere Charge the batteries only in an area known to be non flammable to prevent an explosion that may result in serious injury or death Use of the T POWER with a broken or damaged case or exposed wiring in a flammable or explosive atmosphere may result in a fire or explosion which may cause serious injury or death DO NOT use in areas immediately dangerous to life or health DO NOT use in stills tanks and other confined spaces DO NOT use in oxygen deficient lt 19 5 or oxygen enriched atmospheres gt 23 DO NOT exceed the design duration of the battery DO NOT use if the ambient temperature is outside of the range 10 C to 40 C as this invalidates the intrinsic safety approval Humidity levels up to 95 RH do not present any operational problems If intrinsic safety use in a
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