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88VX Respirator Use

Donning

Before using your 88VX Series respirator, complete the
assembly instructions given on pages 11-12. Before
putting on respirator, make sure there is no dirt, dust, or
contaminants inside the helmet.

1. Connect the Bullard air supply hose that is part of the

NIOSH approved assembly to the air source supplying
Grade D breathing air. Turn on the breathing air source.

2. With air flowing, connect breathing tube assembly to air

supply hose. Connect quick-disconnect fitting on
breathing tube assembly to quick-disconnect coupler on
air supply hose. Once fitting is secured, release coupling
sleeve to lock fittings together. Pull on both hoses to
make sure they are attached securely.

3. Adjust air pressure at point-of-attachment (Figure 2,

Page 7) to within the approved pressure range on the
Breathing Air Pressure Table (Page 9) for approved
pressure ranges.

4. With air still flowing, lower 88VX Series respirator

helmet onto your head for a comfortable fit. 

5. Position headband for a comfortable fit. See instructions

on pages 11 and 12 for proper headband sizing.

6. Pull elastic chin strap under your chin and adjust for a

secure and comfortable fit. The chin strap will help
balance the helmet and should be worn at all times.

7. Be sure that the knitted inner neck cuff fits snugly

around your neck to help provide a barrier to airborne
contaminants.

8. With breathing tube assembly attached to the helmet,

fasten belt around waist or hips and adjust for comfort.

9. Pull respirator cape around your body and secure sides

by connecting the snap hooks. If using the Golden Gate
cape, first secure the ties that connect in back, then in
front. If using the Hibernia parka, tighten belt at waist.

10. Recheck air pressure and adjust if necessary.

11. With air still flowing into your respirator, you are now

ready to enter work area.

NOTE

OSHA respirator regulations do not
require fit testing of supplied air hoods
and helmets.

Doffing

When finished working, leave work area wearing
respirator and with air still flowing. Once outside
contaminated area, remove respirator and then disconnect
the air supply hose using the quick-disconnect fittings.

NOTE

If using V20 Series (1/2" I.D.) air supply
hose, the quick-disconnect coupler does
not have a shut-off valve. Therefore, air
will continue to flow freely after
disconnecting hose from respirator.

WARNING

Do not put on or remove this respirator in a hazardous
atmosphere. Do not remove this respirator in a
hazardous atmosphere except for emergency escape
purposes. Failure to follow these instructions could
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Leave work immediately if:

- Any respirator component becomes damaged.

- Airflow into respirator helmet stops or slows down.

- Air pressure gauge drops below the minimum 

specified in the Breathing Air Pressure Table 
(page 9).

- Breathing becomes difficult.

- You become dizzy, nauseous, too hot, too cold or ill.

- You taste, smell or see contaminants inside 

respirator helmet.

- Vision becomes impaired.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in
death or serious injury.

WARNING

Do not leave respirator in work area. Respirable dust
contaminants can remain suspended in the air for
more than one hour after work activity ceases, even
though you may not see them. Proper work practice
requires you to wear the respirator until you are
outside the contaminated area. Failure to don, doff
and store the respirator outside of contaminated area
could result in exposure to contaminants. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in death or
serious injury.

Adjust neck cuff

Always wear respirator in work area

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88VX

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User Manual

Summary of Contents for 88VX Series

Page 1: ...lard offers the appropriate approved breathing tube assembly and air supply hose to connect the 88VX Series respirator to these breathing air sources 88VX Series respirators are approved by NIOSH for use with optional climate control devices offered by Bullard Read all instructions and warnings before using this respirator Save this manual for future reference Failure to follow these instructions ...

Page 2: ...X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 1 Protection CF Continuous Flow SA Supplied Air SB Supplied Air Abrassive Blast 2 Cautions and Limitations B Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health C Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards D Airline respirators can be used only when respirators are supplied with respirable air meet...

Page 3: ...9 46918 4696FM 46928FF 46917FM 46917FF 46917 46916FF 46916FS 46915 46913 4696 4695 V2050STSHUTOFF V2025STSHUTOFF V2025ST V2010ST V2050ST V20100STSHUTOFF V20100ST V55033FS V55033GRN V52533FF V52533FS V52533 V55030GRN V55031 V55030 V55033 V55032 V2531 V52530 V52530GREEN V52532 V55033FF DC70ML DC70XLXXL HS B461B P771B P771040 P771020 B461040 P771R B771R020 P771D015 88VXLC 7714 X X X X X X X X X X X X...

Page 4: ...nts must be present and properly assembled to constitute a complete NIOSH approved respirator Respirator Helmet with Breathing Tube Belt Cape Flow Control Device Air Supply Hose Inner Shell Suspension Inner and Outer Window Lenses Chin Strap Cape Figure 1 Failure to use complete NIOSH approved Bullard components and replacement parts voids approval of entire assembly Basic parts are listed on the ...

Page 5: ...ng x ray conducted by qualified medical personnel and have been trained in the respirator s use maintenance and limitations by a qualified individual appointed by your employer who has extensive knowledge of Bullard 88VX Series respirators 6 DO NOT modify or alter this respirator in any manner Use only NIOSH approved 88VX Series components and replacement parts manufactured by Bullard for use with...

Page 6: ...l You taste smell or see contaminants inside the respirator hood Your vision becomes impaired 14 Historically the incidence of disease from overexposure to toxic substances almost always occurs because the OSHA regulations and industry standards applicable to the work practices involved are not followed It is therefore imperative that the employer acquaint itself with and follow all of these stand...

Page 7: ...7 Type 1 Class C requirements for protective headwear for industrial workers The helmet is designed to provide limited head protection by reducing the force of falling objects striking the top of the helmet Face The respirator s inner window meets ANSI Z87 1 1989 requirements for face protection It provides limited face protection from flying particles or spray of hazardous liquids but is not shat...

Page 8: ... Table before using this respirator 1 Determine the type of air source you are using column 1 then find your flow control valve climate control device column 2 2 Be sure your Bullard air supply hose s column 3 is approved for use with your flow control valve climate control device 3 Determine that your Bullard air supply hose is within the approved length column 4 4 Make sure you have not exceeded...

Page 9: ... 31 39 V5 25 1 12 18 50 2 19 23 F40 F40B F40S F41 F42 V10 25 1 22 25 F43 F44 F47 F48 50 2 24 27 100 3 27 32 150 4 30 37 200 5 33 40 250 300 5 38 45 V5 25 1 22 26 50 2 25 30 AC100030 AC100030B V10 25 50 2 55 65 AC100030S AC100031 75 150 3 60 70 AC100032 AC100033 175 300 5 65 75 AC100034 AC100037 ACC100038 V5 25 1 55 65 50 1 56 69 DC5040 DC5040B V10 50 2 48 52 DC5040S DC5041 100 3 59 63 DC5042 DC504...

Page 10: ...ded to the respirator wearer Air Source Respirator Configurations Bullard 88VX Series Airline Respirator Point of Attachment Point of Attachment Bullard Free Air Pump Grade D Breathing Air Cylinder System Compressed Breathing Air System Breathing Air Compressor with storage tank Suitable After Cooler Dryers with filters and carbon monoxide monitor as required Bullard 41 Series Airline Filter Air C...

Page 11: ...iding right hand portion of headband through buckle 5 Place the headband on your head Pull down allowing headband to expand until it feels comfortable Headband automatically adjusts to your size and locks when you release your grip Figure 6 6 Remove headband from your head NOTE If using the optional 88VXRT ratchet headband refer to the instruction sheet provided with the 88VXRT Adjusting Suspensio...

Page 12: ... started at the front of cape and helmet 4 Ease cape rim completely into the groove along helmet edge working your way to the back Be certain cape is completely in place at every point along helmet s bottom edge 5 Snap the clamp to tighten cable and hold cape snugly on helmet while ensuring the cape stays in the groove 6 Close and latch window frame Installing Breathing Tube Assembly onto Respirat...

Page 13: ...ressure and adjust if necessary 11 With air still flowing into your respirator you are now ready to enter work area NOTE OSHA respirator regulations do not require fit testing of supplied air hoods and helmets Doffing When finished working leave work area wearing respirator and with air still flowing Once outside contaminated area remove respirator and then disconnect the air supply hose using the...

Page 14: ...nd Chin Strap Inspection Remove the headband suspension and chin strap from the inner shell Inspect the headband for cracks frayed or cut crown straps torn headband or size adjustment slots loss of pliability or other signs of excessive wear Check the chin strap for loss of elasticity cuts and cracked hanger clips If damage is detected replace parts immediately with Bullard replacement parts or re...

Page 15: ...resent or any other signs of excessive wear are detected replace the air supply hose s immediately or remove the respirator from service Cleaning The air supply hose s should be hand sponged with warm water and mild detergent rinsed and air dried Do not get water inside the air supply hose After cleaning once again carefully inspect air supply hose s for signs of damage Storage After reusable resp...

Page 16: ... EVX40 Breathing tube assembly 1 4 Industrial Interchange steel quick disconnect fitting AC100030 Air Conditioner 1 4 Industrial Interchange steel quick disconnect fitting Frigitron Air Conditioner 1 2 Industrial Interchange steel 2000 quick disconnect fitting for use with Bullard EDP30 Free Air pump HC240030 Hot Cold tube 1 4 Industrial Interchange steel quick disconnect fitting DC5040 DUAL COOL ...

Page 17: ...le NPT 1 4 Snap Tite V19 With 1 4 Female NPT S17615 With 3 8 Female NPT S17611 With 1 4 Male NPT S17614 With 3 8 Male NPT Quick Disconnect Hose Adapters V11 Hose to hose 3 8 hose to 3 8 hose V12 Hose to pipe 3 8 hose to 1 4 pipe V13 Hose to pipe 3 8 hose to 3 8 pipe To order replacement parts contact your local Bullard distributor or the Bullard Customer Service Department Bullard 1898 Safety Way ...

Page 18: ...ng the requirements of CGA G 7 1 Grade D or higher quality E Use only the pressure ranges and hose lengths specified in the User s instructions J Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result in death or serious injury CATALOG NUMBER DESCRIPTION Adjustable Flow F40B 1 4 Industrial Interchange brass F40S 1 4 Industrial Interchange stainless steel F41 1 4 Schrader F42 1 4 Snap Tite ...

Page 19: ...100STSHUTOFF V20100ST V55033FS V55033GRN V52533FF V52533FS V52533 V55030GRN V55031 V55030 V55033 V55032 V2531 V52530 V52530GREEN V52532 V55033FF DC70ML DC70XLXXL HS B461B P771B P771040 P771020 B461040 P771R B771R020 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 88VX Series Respirator Replacement Parts 771 771B 7714 771R 88VXLC 461B 461 or 4...

Page 20: ...ossible For your convenience your coordinator will try to help you correct the problem over the phone 2 Verify with your coordinator that the product should be returned to Bullard Customer Support will provide you with written permission and a return authorization number as well as the labels you will need to return the product 3 Before returning the product decontaminate and clean it to remove an...

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