AirGladiator Airline Filters
User Manual
Bullard AirGladiator Filters can be used in conjunction with other compressor safeguards to
supply cleaner air to airline respirators. They can also be used to supply drier, cleaner air to
pneumatic tools and systems. The Bullard AirGladiator can be used to remove water, oil,
odors and organic vapors so that cleaner air is delivered to workers or equipment.
Bullard airline filters will NOT remove carbon monoxide and other
toxic gases from the airline.
Set-Up
1. Location:
Select a flat, stable location to mount the filter. Bolt the filter in position using the
mounting base. For wall mount applications, the filter carrying handle is designed for
mounting the unit to a wall.
2. Connection:
Connect compressor hose to the air inlet. Connect the respirator or pneumatic tool airline
hose to the filter outlet. Tighten the connections to prevent leaks and possible pressure
loss.
3. Assembly
Install the regulator inlet assembly by screwing the 1” male nipple on the end of the
assembly into the 1” female inlet port on the filter body. Use Teflon
®
tape or thread
sealant on the male threads before installing. Tighten with a wrench.
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WARNING
When using a respirator, do not connect the filter to any air source unless you are
certain it supplies breathable air. Failure to ensure breathable air source could result in
death or serious injury.
Operation
1. Air Requirements
a. Air Source Monitoring:
Federal Law requires use of carbon monoxide and/or high temperature monitors or
alarms when oil lubricated compressors are used as sources of breathing air. If only
a high temperature alarm is used, you must frequently test the compressor air for
carbon monoxide to ensure it meets the Grade D requirements discussed below.
The law also requires that breathing air hose couplings be incompatible with outlets
for other gas systems in order to prevent accidental connection of a supplied air
respirator to non-respirable gases.
b. Quality of Breathing Air:
Supplied breathing air entering and passing through this filter to a respirator must
meet at least the requirements for Type 1 gaseous air as described in the Compressed
Gas Association Commodity Specification G7.1 (Grade D or higher), as specified by
federal law 42 CFR, Part 84, Subpart J, 84.141(b). The Bullard airline filter does not
remove carbon monoxide and other toxic gases from the air being supplied. The
requirements for Grade D breathable air include:
• Oxygen
19.5 - 23.0%
• Hydrocarbons (condensed)
5 mg/m
3
max.
• Carbon Monoxide
10 ppm max.
• Carbon Dioxide
1000 ppm max.
• No toxic contaminants at levels which would make the air unsafe to breathe.
Refer to the C.G.A. Commodity Specifications G7.1 for complete details. It is available
from: Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA 22202.
c. Air Pressure:
The air pressure at the filter inlet is a recommended maximum pressure of 100 psig
(6.9 bar). Air will be released by the pressure relief valve when pressure within the
filter exceeds 125 psig (8.6 bar). Air discharging from the filter can be controlled to
meet specific air pressure requirements by using the pressure regulator adjustment
knob. Refer to your respirator or pneumatic tool instruction manual to find the
appropriate air pressures required for correct use of the equipment.
d. Temperature:
Air supplied to the filter should not exceed 140° F (60° C). Therefore, do not connect
the filter directly to the compressor exhaust manifold.
2. Correct Operation Procedures
a. Drain
accumulated water and oil from the filter tank as required by opening the
petcock drain valve. Normally the tank will need to be drained at least once a day.
In humid climates, or if large amounts of water and oil are present in the air supply,
drain the filter tank more often.
b. Tighten
the fasteners which secure the head to the filter tank. Over time, the
fasteners may loosen which could cause a leak in the air system. (Recommended
torque is 20 lbf·ft).
Refer to
Figure 2
on page 2 of these instructions for set-up and operation.
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WARNING
The AirGladiator filters do not remove carbon monoxide and other toxic gases. Review and observe all pertinent federal and state safety regulations in conjunction with airline respirators.
Failure to observe safety regulations or improper use of Bullard Airline Filters could result in death or serious injury.
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