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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.

 

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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Summary of Contents for AirGladiator AGLDTR1

Page 1: ...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...

Page 2: ...which the cartridge needs to be changed 4 Reconnect the filter to the air source before use 5 If conditions are not improved do not use the filter until appropriate corrective measures have been taken...

Page 3: ...ser notwithstanding that Bullard has been advised of the possibility of such damages ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ON...

Page 4: ...onnection 1 outlet 2 outlets 6 outlets 3 8 NPT Fem 3 8 NPT Fem 3 8 NPT Fem Relief Valve 125 psig 8 6 bar 125 psig 8 6 bar 125 psig 8 6 bar Tank Diameter 51 2 14 CM 51 2 14 CM 51 2 14 CM Height 16 40 6...

Page 5: ...use of Bullard Airline Filters could result in death or serious injury Set Up of AirGladiator Filter 1 Location Select a flat stable location to mount the filter Bolt the filter in position using the...

Page 6: ...unt the filter Bolt the filter in position using the mounting base For wall mount applications the filter carrying handle is designed for mounting the filter to a wall or steel beam 2 Assembly Three 3...

Page 7: ...ns or improper use of Bullard Airline Filters could result in death or serious injury Set Up of AirGladiator Filter 1 Location Select a flat stable location to mount the filter Bolt the filter in posi...

Page 8: ...filter in position using the mounting base For wall mount applications the filter carrying handle is designed for mounting the filter to a wall or steel beam 2 Assembly Two 2 separate sub assembly par...

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