Plymovent PERSONALPRO, User Instructions

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be acceptable, should the user return to the work place.
The filter has been developed especially for this unit. It is used to filter the air the user will breathe. It is
essential that the user checks the filter for any signs of damage or deformation that could potentially let
contaminated air into the unit. The filter must be disposed of if the filter is damaged or if cloqqed to the point
of triggering the systems alarm mechanism.
The removable rechargeable battery used is a Lithium Ion cel!. When supplied the battery may hoId a small
charge, the unit should be run fiat and then charged for sixteen hours before the first use.
5. Unpacking / Assembly / Usage :
5.1. Unpacking:
Check that the package is complete and that no part is damaged due to the
transport or for other reasons.
A package with the complete system including accessories contains:
1. Blower unit incl. Battery and P R SL Filter and Pre Filter
2. Belt
3. Air hose
4. Air flow indicator
5. Battery charger
6. User Instructions
5.2. Assembly:
Attach the respiratory unit onto the belt: Pass the inner strap through the back of the
blower loops. The pass through the 2 belt loops and then through the buckle.
Fit the battery to the Blower unit.
5.2.1.
Waist-Belt Adjustment:
Put the belt around your waist with the blower unit to the back and fasten the two ends together. If
the belt is too loose, siide the male adjuster down the belt, towards the female half. If the belt is too
tight, slide the male adjuster away from the female half.
Repeat the above processes until a comlortable and secure lit is achieved. Once the belt lits correctly, secure
any excess belt material using the Velcro sections.
5.2.2. Particulate Filter:
Use only filters and Pre Filters as supplied by Plymovent
.
It should first be ascertained by consulting an
occupational hygienist or by calling the manufacturers technical help line as ta whether or not the
PersonalPro Filter will offer suitable protection from the hazard.
The respiratory power unit is equipped with a high efficiency particle filter
class PRSL and a Pre Filter. As
soon as the warning alarm sounds, the pre fiIler should be exchanged or checked. In very dusty area's this
can be necessary on a frequent basis.
The filters must be regularly checked (see Air Flow Test) and replaced. Make sure that the new filters are
within their expiry date, unused and not evidently damaged . From the hygienic point of view the maximum
working time of
a main filter is 180 hours and should not be exceeded. It is prohibited to clean the filters by
any procedure!
5.2.3. Removing the Filter:
Opening the lilter cover: Grip the blower and pull up the cover Irom the right side
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the blower.
ATTENTION ! lt is strictly forbidden to use any tools to open the filter cover. To remove the lilter, pull it off the
lilter seal while rotating it. Clean the unit trom dust.
5.2.4. Fitting a new Filter:
Inserting a new filter: Put the lilter back into position using the same rotating motion and gently push until it
lits weil on the body
of
the unit.
Closing the filter Cover; simply snap the cover into place. Pay special attention to snap the caver properly
into the blower. Do not attempt to use the blower unit without the cover litted correctlv.
5.2.5.Changing the Pre Filter
The pre filter is a sleeve which is fitted over the main filter. To remove / replace simply pull off the old filter
and stretch the new one into position. It's important to ensure that the filter media of the main filter is
completely covered by the pre filter
5.2.6.Attaching the Hose to the Blower Unit:
Align the pins of the Hose Sayonet connector with the slots in the air outlet of the blower. Push the bayonet