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Removing the Respirator

5.1

Decontamination

5.2

Removing the Battery

Cleaning and Inspection

6.1

Cleaning and Disinfecting

6.2

Inspection

Storage

7.1

Storing the Respirator

7.2

Storing the Batteries

Cartridge and Battery Disposal

8.1

Cartridge Disposal

8.2

Battery Disposal

8.2.1

Disposing of the Standard Battery

8.2.2

Disposing of Extended Life Battery

Accessories and Reorder Information

Troubleshooting

Warranty

OptimAir TL PAPR

Summary of Contents for OptimAir TL PAPR

Page 1: ...Operating Manual OptimAir TL PAPR Order No 10077289 14 Print Spec 10000005389 R CR 800000042077 MSAsafety com...

Page 2: ...nce with the instructions in this manual Please protect yourself and your employees by following the instructions Please read and observe the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS inside For additional information re...

Page 3: ...ommended for use in spark environments 17 3 7 Installing the Waistbelt and Optional Shoulder Strap 18 3 7 1 Decon Belt with Cam Buckle 18 3 7 2 Decon Belt with Side Release Buckle 18 3 7 3 Comfort Bel...

Page 4: ...tion 35 7 Storage 36 7 1 Storing the Respirator 36 7 2 Storing the Batteries 36 8 Cartridge and Battery Disposal 37 8 1 Cartridge Disposal 37 8 2 Battery Disposal 37 8 2 1 Disposing of the Standard Ba...

Page 5: ...on use and maintenance of these respirators P NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical masks S Special or critical user s instructions and or specific use limitations apply Refer to Us...

Page 6: ...ructed by responsible individuals An alarm sounds Use strictly according to the instructions labels and limitations pertaining to this device Follow an established canister cartridge s change out sche...

Page 7: ...lp prevent transmission of viral pathogens or other airborne biological agents The CDC recommends frequent hand washing and wearing gloves to help prevent transmission of disease due to exposure to su...

Page 8: ...of eight hours depending on the conditions in which the PAPR is used WARNING DO NOT expose the battery to conditions that can result in electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge may result in ra...

Page 9: ...and limitations Contact MSA Customer Service for additional technical specifications ie weights materials of construction etc 2 2 Respirator Use Limitations The respirator must not be worn in atmosphe...

Page 10: ...iciency HE 2 4 Exposure Limits References A listing of acceptable exposure limits from the following sources is provided in MSA s Response Guide Contact MSA at 1 800 MSA 2222 for information American...

Page 11: ...ow of a minimum of 170 lpm to the hood and 115 lpm to the tight fitting facepiece 2 4 3 Battery Pack Rechargeable 12 volt nominal nickel metal hydride NiMH battery pack Standard Battery Rechargeable 1...

Page 12: ...ng Tube Assembly Facepiece Decon Belt Assembly Standard Battery Pack Standard Battery Charger User s Instruction Manual Tight Fitting Kit with Extended Life Battery OptimAir TL PAPR Blower Assembly Br...

Page 13: ...ed Charge the battery pack at 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Charging at temperatures below this range will result in incomplete charge Charging above the range will result in reduced cycle life WARNING DO...

Page 14: ...ull charge is indicated Charger LED Indications Condition Indication Rapid Charge Flash 50 50 Charge Complete Green Charge Pending Blink 10 90 Charge Failure Fast Blink No AC or No Battery OFF NOTE 50...

Page 15: ...ctly 3 4 Installing the Protective Cover NOTE For use with decon waist belts only DO NOT use the protective cover with the comfort belt 1 Slide the protective cover over breathing tube and motor blowe...

Page 16: ...g can result in serious personal injury or death NOTE Cartridges are considered to be in service when they are removed from their packaging NOTE Black gaskets are assembled into each OptimAir TL cartr...

Page 17: ...drops into position e Turn the filter clockwise until the cartridge is snug f Hand tighten only WARNING DO NOT cross thread the cartridges Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal...

Page 18: ...elt 3 Thread the belt through the two belt loops on the back of the blower assembly 4 Replace the keeper loop and lace the male buckle back onto the belt 3 7 3 Comfort Belt NOTE Adjust the belt for pr...

Page 19: ...reathing tube to align the arrow on the unit to the second mark on the breathing tube 3 Ensure that the bayonet flange is positioned properly 3 8 2 Attaching the Breathing Tube Assembly to the Full Co...

Page 20: ...ar enough into the hood inlet may result in reduced airflow which can result in serious personal injury or death Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death 3 Once th...

Page 21: ...er provided onto the threaded end of the breathing tube 3 Connect the breathing tube to the hood by threading the breathing tube into the threaded hood connector Tighten the connection by turning the...

Page 22: ...he hose into the air inlet hole in the back of the low profile hood 3 Reach inside the low profile hood and secure the gray locking nut to the threaded end of the hose 3 9 Installing the Optional Hood...

Page 23: ...After 15 minutes the unit will shut off to avoid over discharging and damage to the battery WARNING DO NOT expose the battery to conditions that can result in electrostatic discharge Electrostatic di...

Page 24: ...embly to verify that it is properly tightened to the hood or facepiece and the blower assembly 2 Examine the cartridges to verify that they are properly installed to the blower assembly 3 Turn the uni...

Page 25: ...of the hood or restrict airflow to the cartridges 4 1 2 Donning the PAPR Hood 1 Turn on the PAPR blower motor Let air flow through the unit for a few seconds 2 Using both hands spread the opening of t...

Page 26: ...s connected WARNING Kinks in the hood inlet fabric may result in reduced airflow Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death 4 1 3 Adjusting the Hood Suspension when...

Page 27: ...1 To loosen the headband squeeze the 1Touch buckle and slide the headband apart 2 To tighten the headband squeeze the two tabs together to slide the headband together 3 Once the headband is adjusted...

Page 28: ...attachments 4 Once the center suspension connector is in position attach each side connection the same way Push the suspension firmly into the hood to connect the Velcro attachments 4 1 6 Donning the...

Page 29: ...of the hook fastener on the inside of the hood Press firmly to fasten the V Gard cap to the V Gard hood 5 Don the hood and ensure that the V Gard is fitted properly inside the hood If fitted improper...

Page 30: ...ting Facepiece Refer to the facepiece user instructions for facepiece donning and negative pressure seal test instructions Facepiece User Instruction Part Number Advantage 3100 Facepiece 10028994 Adva...

Page 31: ...harge Electrostatic discharge may result in rapid reduction of the available charge on the battery and lead to a corresponding reduction in remaining service time without an alarm Conditions that can...

Page 32: ...ff Accessories components belt cartridges etc can be removed at that time WARNING DO NOT reuse the cartridges Cartridges are considered to be in service when they are removed from their packaging Cart...

Page 33: ...er P N 10076107 ONLY Failure to follow this warning can result in serious personal injury or death CAUTION DO NOT dispose of batteries as ordinary trash Follow the instructions included in the Disposa...

Page 34: ...h the Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution b If the Confidence Plus Cleaning Solution is not used prepare in accordance with the instructions provided with cleaning products 2 Disconnect the breathing tu...

Page 35: ...ayonet tabs and buckles Inspect the equipment for damaged threads cracked plastic or rubber parts worn or frayed belts or other damaged components 2 Inspect all gaskets and seals and ensure that they...

Page 36: ...her use When not in use store the respirator in cool dry and clean ambient air The cartridge receptacles may be plugged with MSA s cartridge receptacle plugs optional NOTE Tape can be placed over the...

Page 37: ...in serious personal injury or death 8 2 1 Disposing of the Standard Battery NOTE NiMH cells contained in the MSA Standard battery pack are classified by the federal government as a nonhazardous waste...

Page 38: ...e Hood Hose Decon Belt With Cam Buckle Instruction Manual 10081117 1 4 1 lbs OptimAir TL PAPR Kit Tight Fitting Standard Battery Blower Battery Standard Charger Standard Facepiece Hose Decon Belt With...

Page 39: ...g Kit with Extended Life Battery Full Hood HE Filters 10214891 1 5 8 lbs OptimAir TL Blower Only 10088150 1 1 3 lbs OptiFilter TL OV AG HE HF 10080454 6 6 3 lbs OptiFilter TL AM FM AG HE HF 10080456 6...

Page 40: ...hip Weight estimated Photo Hood Tychem Material SL Single Bib Threaded Hose Connection 10083381 4 4 7 lbs Hood Tychem Material SL Double Bib Locking Clamp 10083386 4 4 2 lbs OptimAir TL PAPR 40 US 9 A...

Page 41: ...Quantity Ship Weight estimated Photo Hood Tychem Material SL Double Bib Threaded Hose Connection 10083382 4 3 8 lbs Hood Single Bib Locking Clamp 10083383 4 3 7 lbs OptimAir TL PAPR 41 US 9 Accessorie...

Page 42: ...t Number Quantity Ship Weight estimated Photo Hood Single Bib Threaded Hose Connection 10083329 4 4 4 lbs Hood Double Bib Locking Clamp 10083384 4 3 8 lbs OptimAir TL PAPR 42 US 9 Accessories and Reor...

Page 43: ...ingle Bib w o Suspension Threaded Connector 10083387 4 4 4 lbs Hood Single Bib w o Suspension Locking Clamp 10083391 4 3 7 lbs Hood Single Bib Yellow w o Suspension Threaded Connector 10094878 4 4 4 l...

Page 44: ...ble Bib Tychem SL w o Suspension Threaded Connector 10083390 4 4 8 Hood Double Bib Tychem SL w o Suspension Locking Clamp 10083394 4 4 2 lbs Fastener Kit OptimAir TL Hood with V Gard 10089665 1 0 2 lb...

Page 45: ...Hycar cloth head harness Sm 10083797 Md 10083793 Lg 10083801 1 1 1 lbs Facepiece Advantage 4100 requires RD40 Inlet Assembly Silicone rubber head harness Sm 10083798 Md 10083794 Lg 10083802 Facepiece...

Page 46: ...eld or Hood 10082281 1 1 1 lbs Breathing Tube Assembly Faceshield or Hood 10082281 1 1 1 lbs Battery Standard 10076108 1 1 1 lbs Battery Charger Standard 10076110 1 0 4 lbs Battery Extended Life 10076...

Page 47: ...s Protective Cover for blower and hose yellow HD 10091958 5 1 0 lbs Decon Belt with Cam Buckle 10074725 1 0 4 lbs Decon Belt with Side Release Buckle 10078201 1 0 4 lbs Spark Cover 10068152 1 1 5 lbs...

Page 48: ...er Part Number Quantity Ship Weight estimated Photo Cartridge Receptacle Plugs 2 recommended 10081414 1 0 7 oz Instruction Manual 10077289 1 0 3 lbs OptimAir TL PAPR 48 US 9 Accessories and Reorder In...

Page 49: ...on to eliminate any kinking Refer to the hood section of this manual for further instructions Inspect the hose to ensure the bayonet connection is fully and properly engaged in the blower housing A ho...

Page 50: ...ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY AND IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO THE TERMS HEREOF MSA SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE 2 Exclus...

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