ISTRUZIONI D’USO – USE INSTRUCTIONS –
GEBRAUCHSANLEITUNG – MODE D‘EMPLOI -
INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL USO
IST-USO-0906008
Rev. No. 04 dtd 10/07/2018
IDP203
Pg. 4 of 11
ENGLISH
1. DESCRIPTION
1.1 Face mask
ZENITH1 full face mask with EN148/1 equipment connector.
The face blank is designed to fit the following face sizes:
Size L for cheekbone to cheekbone measurement wider than 148mm.
Size M for cheekbone to cheekbone measurement between 138 and 148mm.
Size S for cheekbone to cheekbone measurement narrower than 138mm.
VENUS1 full face mask with EN 148/1 thread in a single size
1.2 T5 - T8 - M3 Blower units
They are composed of: an ABS case with socket and ON/OFF switch. A fan unit actuated by
an electric micromotor.
1.3 Hose assembly
composed of a spiralled hose easy to decontaminate .
1.4 Battery
Li-300 AND LI-870 BATTERIES: rechargeable sealed lithium battery, ABS case with non
revertible plug; a protective circuit against short circuit and over discharge
.
1.5 ZP3 FILTER: The letter “R” marked onto the filter indicates that the dust filter or filtering
part of a combined filter can be used for more than one working shift after exposure to
aerosols
(except for asbestos removal work where the filter must be disposed of
after use)
. It is made of micro porous technical paper finely pleated with normalized EN
148-1 thread ( see filter use instruction).
1.6 AIRFLOW INDICATOR
composed of a transparent tube with indicator ball inside. The indicator is suitable to check the
airflow only of the unit it is supplied with.
2. TECHNICAL FEATURES
2.1 Full face mask with En148-1 thread
2.2 Blower/Filter
Type of unit
Type of
filter
N. of
filters
Voltage
Volts
Airflow at 20°C
60% R.H. .-
Battery fully
charged
Lpm
Approx. micro-
motor
Life
Hours
T8
0303075
ZP3
2
7.4
> 160
1000
T5
0303058
ZP3
1
7.4
> 160
1000
M3
0303066
ZP3
1
7.4
> 160
500
2.3 Battery
Type of
unit
Type of
battery
Voltage
Volts
Terminal
voltage
Volts under
load
Running time at
20°C / Hours
Approx.
battery life
T8
T5
Rechargeable
Lithium
3000 mAh
7.4
6
> 4
> 4
> 4
2 years or
300 cycles
T8
T5
M3
Rechargeable
Lithium
8700 mAh
7.4
6
> 8
> 8
> 8
2 years or
300 cycles
3. FUNCTION
Breathable, filtered, air passes through the inhalation valves to the inside of the visor.
The filtered air flows over the visor minimising visor misting then passes through check valves
to the inner mask.
Excess and exhaled air is expelled through the exhalation valve.
(See also full face mask use instructions enclosed herewith.)
4. USE
4.1 Use
The following are some of the intended uses for which the PPE has been designed:
• Cutting, grinding and sanding of any type of-wood, metal, painted surfaces including lead-
based paints, marble and stone in general, fiberglass, carbon fiber.
• Powder coating, insulation work, bagging, woodworking, demolitions, brazing, cutting and
plasma cutting, metal polishing.
• Asbestos removal, extractions and excavations, foundries, cement works, renovations,
paving and tarring operations.
• Gardening, grain and animal feed handling, animal breeding
.
4.2 Limitations
a) Do not use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
b) Do not wear for protection against vapours, gas, carbon monoxide and fumigants.
c) Do not use in closed environments (tanks, silos etc.).
d) Do not use for fire fighting
e) Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 17% oxygen.
f) Do not use in explosive atmospheres.
g) Do not use in environments, where the solid and/or liquid particle concentration in the
atmosphere is higher than 2000 times the TLV.
h) Do not use in environments where the solid and/or liquid particle concentration in the
atmosphere is lower than 2000 times the TLV if said concentration produces atmospheres
immediately dangerous to life or health.
i)Not suitable for barb and glasses wearer.
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 LI-300 battery recharge
The lithium battery must be recharged with Kasco LI-02 charger.( see battery charger use
instructions).
RECHARGE THE BATTERY AFTER EACH USE.
5.2 Battery and blower unit set-up
Slip belt through battery hook.
Connect battery to blower by means of cord and tighten nut to ensure contact.
Slip belt through T5 or T8 blower hook.
For T8 and M3 blowers:- make sure that the blower is functioning, that the fan
rotates in a CLOCKWISE direction and that the filter seal gasket is properly
housed.
For T5 blower:- make sure that the blower is functioning, that the fan rotates in
an ANTI-CLOCKWISE direction, and that the filter seal gasket is properly
housed.
Before using the filter for the first time check that seals are unaltered and within
the expiry date and that they fit the respirator. Do not misinterpret the filter
labeling according to other standards with the classification of this PPE
according to EN12942:2009.
Remove covers from the filter, screw it though the EN148-1 thread onto the
chosen respirator and read the filter use instructions.
Connect breathing tube to the face mask and to the T5 or T8 blower unit.
Screw M3 blower unit to the face mask connector.
5.3 Face mask set up
See full face mask Use and Maintenance instructions enclosed.
5.4 Donning the face mask
See full face mask Use and Maintenance instructions enclosed.
5.5 Airflow indicator with sphere - use instructions
Disconnect the blower-face mask breathing tube.
Make sure that the battery is fully charged (see battery charging instructions) and that
the filters are screwed on properly.
Insert the airflow indicator vertically onto the blower outlet.
Start the blower and observe the position of the ball inside the tube.
a) If the indicator ball rises above the indicator line, the equipment is ready for
use. (See 2.2 above)
b) If the ball remains below the indicator line, replace the filters and repeat the
test. Should the ball still remain below the indicator line, replace the battery and
the filter and repeat complete test.
c)Do not use the PPE if the ball does not move at all.
Remove the airflow indicator and reconnect the hose to the unit.
6 MAINTENANCE
6.1 Full face mask
See full face mask Use and Maintenance instructions enclosed).
6.2 Blower units
The motor does not require servicing.
Clean blower with organic solvent free detergents or better still with a cloth dipped into a
50% water ethyl alcohol solution.
6.3 LITHIUM Battery
The battery does not require servicing or tipping up.
Clean battery with organic solvent free detergents or better still with a cloth dipped into a 50%
water ethyl alcohol solution.
RECHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EVERY USE FOR LONGER LIFE. THE BATTERIES
CANNOT BE KEPT DISCHARGED. IN CASE OF DEFAULT CHECK THE TENSION . THE
BATTERIES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A PROTECTION CIRCUIT THAT CUTS THE
ALIMENTATION OFF IN CASE OF CURRENT OVERLOAD
Recharge the battery every 3 months if not used.
6.4 FILTERS
*
If sealed, the filters remain unaltered until the expiry date shown on them.
*
Unsealed filters have to be replaced every three months, regardless of the
amount of hours worked. It is thus advisable to write the date on which the filter
was opened on the filter itself.
*
Filters cannot be washed, blown out or restored. When exhausted they must be
disposed of.
*
Replace both filters simultaneously.
6.5 The respirator is to be serviced once a year by KASCO or Kasco authorized service
centre.
6.6 After asbestos removal work, decontaminate as follows:
take a shower while wearing all PPEs including the respirator switched ON.
remove the filter/filters and dispose of them in the appropriate containers. N.B. The filter
is not to be reused for asbestos removal activities.
allow the respirator to dry
fit plugs on the blower unit and store the respirator.
7. WARNING
7.1 - Do not use the respirator under the conditions listed at point 4.2
- Do not use the respirator unless the airflow check indicated at point 5.5 has been
carried out.
7.2 - Do not use the blower if the fan does not rotates as described at point 5.2.
- Do not immerse unit in water for cleaning without appropriate caps
- Do not use if the air flow indicator shows a low flow.(See 5.5)
7.3 - DO NOT KEEP DISCHARGED, RECHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EACH USE
- Do not place battery near any heat source.
- Do not short the terminals.
- Do not place battery on or near equipment which vibrates excessively.
- In case of battery breakage wash immediately the parts which have in
contact
- Do not expose battery to infrared or ultraviolet rays excessively.
- Do not perforate, crush, disassemble or open the battery as leakage could catch fire,
explode or release dangerous substance.
- Do not discharge under 6 Volts under load
7.4 To recharge the battery only use the LI-02 battery charger
Keep the battery charger connected to the battery only if the charger is powered and
switched ON.
The battery charges correctly if carried out at a temperature between 15°C and 25°C. For
charging at any other temperature, please contact Kasco.
7.5 - Do not use expired filters even if their seals are still intact.
- Do not use a filter for more than three months.
7.6 Return to fresh, clean air immediately and take OFF helmet if:
a) Leakage is detected by smell, taste or eye, nose or throat irritation.
b) Inhaled air becomes extremely hot.
c) Any feeling of nausea, dizziness or ill being develops.
7.7 THE RESPIRATOR WILL NOT FURNISH BREATHING PROTECTION UNLESS UNITS
WHICH DRAW IN AIR THROUGH THE FILTER ARE FUNCTIONING.
7.8 Never alter or modify this respirator in any way.
7.9 Do not use the respirator if the mask has not been cleaned and accurately
decontaminated.
7.10 Do not use the respirator with mask if the inward leakage test, indicated hereunder,
carried out on the mask is negative:
Leakage test:
Close the female thread with the palm of a hand and inhale slightly to generate a
negative pressure (vacuum inside the mask). Hold your breath for a moment. If the
negative pressure is not maintained, tighten the straps further and repeat the test.
(See also face mask instructions).
7.11 This equipment is to be used only by qualified personnel with knowledge of its technical
and legal limits .
7.12
Do not use the respirator if your sense of smell is in any way impaired.
7.13
Do not use the respirator if it has not been serviced annually by a Kasco authorized
service centre.
8. REPAIRS
8.1-Use only genuine KASCO spares.
8.2-For setting and adjustment of electric parts contact KASCO exclusively.
8.3-Should you require technical assistance for problems that could arise while using KASCO
equipment ,the following information is necessary: type of respirator ,serial number, name of
