T3 User Manual in English
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1. Fit screws thumb nuts washers and pivot stop 5 Fit the hood over the hand wheel TORNADO T3 6 Fit the air hose ensuring that the hood material is trapped between the head harness duct and the hose To Replace the Sweatband 1 Pull the old sweatband to remove from the hooks on the head harness 2 Fit the new sweatband onto the five hooks in the lower front of the headband fold across that part of the headband nearest the head and clip on to the five hooks at the top of the headband To Replace the Visor 1 Working from the rear of the face shield use the fingertips to lever the back edge of the visor away from the lugs 2 Push the visor forward out of its holder 3 To fit a new visor follow the reverse of the above procedure to snap the visor over the fixing lugs 4 Check that the visor presses firmly against the holder To Replace the Face piece Hood 1 Unscrew the hose from the air duct and remove the thumb nuts washers and pivot stop 2 Pull the old hood from the face piece shell and hand wheel and release the elastic loops from the crown straps 3 Align the pull tab on the new hood with the bottom centre of the face piece shell and attach evenly to the Velcro all the way around 4 Ensure that the seal passes under the side washers and is located under the hand wheel Hook the elastic loops over the crown straps 5 Screw the hose back into t2. air hose must be inspected on every occasion before use to ensure that no damage of any kind is evident eg chemical damage splits or broken stitching which could cause leakage or reduced levels of protection A monthly inspection of the apparatus is a mandatory requirement in the UK under COSHH regulations and inspection on a monthly basis is strongly recommended for all other countries Protection will only be obtained if the unit is fitted correctly Protection levels may be reduced if wind speed exceeds 2 metres per second In the unlikely event that T POWER or T A LINE fails while in a hazardous area there may be a depletion of oxygen within the head top DO NOT remove the head top LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY TORNADO head tops can be used in certain explosive and flammable atmospheres when used with T POWER which is marked as intrinsically safe It is the employer s responsibility to ensure that the intrinsic safety approval is compatible with the particular environment At very high workrates pressure in the device may become negative at peak inhalation flow Filters must not be fitted directly to the helmet hood TORNADO T3 SPECIFICATION Description Browguard with high heat face seal Classification when used with T POWER EN 12941 TH2 TIA LINE EN 1835 LDH3 Visor EN 166 Minimum Design Flow Rate 140 L min Assigned Nominal Protection Factor when used with TIPOWER 20 50 TIA LINE 40 200 Op
3. A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A TORNADO T3 Operating and Maintenance Instructions WARNINGS Before using this equipment read the contents of EN 529 2005 and familiarise yourself with the requirements for respiratory protective devices and their potential effects on the wearer TORNADO system users must be familiar with workplace hazards prior to using the equipment and must be fully trained in the use of the apparatus TORNADO head tops must be used with a T POWER blower or T A LINE Read this Manual and the T A LINE or T POWER and T FILTER User Manuals prior to using the equipment T POWER must be fitted with filters selected from the TORNADO range of filters which are appropriate for the workplace hazard This product must only be used with Protector branded filters manufactured by Scott Health and Safety Limited The use of any other filters will negate the approval and will be likely to reduce the level of protection provided DO NOT confuse the EN 12941 and EN 12942 TORNADO filter markings with filter markings relating to other EN standards DO NOT use T3 in confined spaces oxygen deficient atmospheres lt 19 5 oxygen enriched atmospheres gt 23 or where there is an immediate hazard to life or health DO NOT use if the ambient temperature is outside of the range 10 C to 50 C Humidity levels up to 95 RH do not present any operational problems DO NOT use if the apparatus is damaged The head top and
4. ber or identification mark of the apparatus together with a description of any distinguishing features sufficient to enable clear identification e Date of the inspection maintenance together with the name signature or unique authentication mark of the examiner Condition of the apparatus details of any defects found and any remedial action taken 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 sales return procedure 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 SPARE PARTS TORNADO T3 TA2027 B Vi
5. erating Temperature Limits 10 C to 50 C Material Hood Polyurethane coated nylon Visor Polycarbonate or Acetate options Weight 770 Grams According to EN 529 2005 MARKINGS AND MEANINGS WEARING Markings and Meanings as stated in EN Note 166 1995 Remove the protective transit film from WARNING the outside and inside surfaces of the If the visor and frame do not carry the visor before donning same markings relating to impact CAUTION resistance the lower level of e Whilst all the materials which protection should be used may come into contact with the The following markings appear on the wearer s skin are not known to frame and visor be likely to cause skin irritation or any other adverse effect to Frames SHS EN166 39B health they may cause allergic Visor SHS EN166 1B9 reactions in particularly or susceptible individuals SMSEN LSSI It is difficult to predict the life of Marking Meaning visors in use In every day use Manufacturer Scott Health amp Safety and particularly when used outdoors we would recommend European standard that visors are discarded after Optical class 1 two years service In some Resistance to liquid splashes extreme instances there may be Resistance to molten metals deterioration over a shorter Medium energy impact period of time For indoor or Low energy impact occasional use we would anticipate a service life of about five years provided that the visor is stored in cool dry co
6. he duct ensuring that the fabric is trapped between the hose and duct 6 Tighten the thumb nuts to trap the face seal under the washers
7. nditions out of direct sunlight 1 Examine the visor for damage or wear which may impair visibility or respiratory protection e g deep scratches or abrasions Check that there are no gaps between the visor and the visor holder WARNING Damaged visors that have come into contact with solvents or have received a significant impact should be replaced 2 Check that the face seal is fully attached to the visor holder and the elastic face seal is not damaged or perished 3 Use the hand wheel at the back of the head top to loosen the head harness and don the head top Use the pull tag to pull the face seal under the chin 4 Pull the head top back so that it fits comfortably and securely under the chin and around the cheeks and the face seal around the head above the ears and below the ratchet 5 Arrange the breathing hose so that it trails freely down the back and is not kinked looped or likely to snag 6 Tighten the hand wheel until the head harness fits comfortably over the forehead It may be necessary to adjust the crown strap to position the visor to the correct height for the face Note The hand wheel may require adjustment if the crown strap is adjusted 7 Please refer to the T POWER or T A LINE User Manual for further information TORNADO T3 AFTER USE WARNING DO NOT remove head top until safely clear of the hazardous area Observe any site decontamination procedu
8. res fi Unscrew the air hose and if required use a synthetic sponge moistened a warm soap and water solution to clean the head top TriGene wipes may be used to disinfect the head top CAUTION DO NOT use solvent or detergent cleaners as they may cause damage DO NOT allow water to enter the breathing hose 2 Care should be taken not to scratch the visor If the head top or visor is damaged in any way they should be replaced 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 MAINTENANCE Carry out a thorough inspection of all component parts before and after each occasion of use paying particular attention to the exhale valve flap The valve flap must be replaced annually regardless of condition Valve flaps in storage have a shelf life of five years after which time they should be discarded Exhalation valve flaps are marked with a code indicating the year of manufacture The code 07 corresponds to 2007 and a dot is added each year thereafter so 07 would equate to 2008 TORNADO T3 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 Name of employer responsible for the apparatus Make model num
9. sor Visor Description Polycarbonate T3 VISORIP 95 Acetate T3 VISORIA 95 Face piece Shell T3 SHELL Face piece Hood Pack o T3 HOOD Exhalation Valve Flap Pack o TORIVALVE Exhalation Valve Cover Pack of 5 2017146 Head Harness and Air Duct T3 4 HEADGEAR Sweatband Pack o HXSB40T Pivot Service Pack 1 Set T3IPIVOT CO CO NI gt j cn BY cw ro Breathing Hose Pack o T2 HOSE Tear off Visor Cover Pack o KIT96 VP 3 TriGene FITTING SPARES To Replace the Exhale Valve 1 Pull the valve cover from the valve and pull the exhale valve flap from its housing 2 Fit the replacement valve and check that the valve flap lies flat on the frame Align the valve cover with the slots in the valve and snap it onto the valve To Replace the Hose Unscrew the old hose from the duct Screw in the new hose ensuring that the fabric is trapped between the hose end and the duct 1 Litre 2008247 To Replace the Head Harness 1 Unscrew the air hose free the hood from the air hose duct remove the thumb nuts washers pivot plate and screws and withdraw the head harness from the hood 2 Open the crown strap to free the elastic loops 3 Pass the crown straps of the new head harness through the elastic loops of the hood insert the head harness into the hood and align the holes in the head harness face piece shell and hood 4
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