AIR/PRO
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This manual contains relevant guidance on
routine maintenance; however, you may wish
to introduce additional checks as required
by COSHH. The following table shows the
frequency of these checks.
Operation Frequency
Clean Internally and Externally
Daily
Visual Inspection
Daily
Charge Battery Pack/Packs
Daily
Functional Test*
Daily, Weekly and Monthly
*
Remarks: Dust from wood, grain and cement
may suit more frequent replacement of the filter.
No filter should be left in the hood/helmet for
more than 1 month if in daily use or 3 months if
used infrequently.
Monthly - All items checked and signed
by Operator.
Quarterly - All items checked and signed
by Supervisor.
Routine Checks
The expected life of the visor is approximately 3
years if well maintained and cleaned. (Care must
be taken not to scratch the visor).
Storage
Q
The respirator should be placed in the carry
bag, stored within a temperature range of 5°C
to 40°C and out of direct sunlight.
Replacement filters are to be left in air sealed
bags and expiry dates to be checked
regularly.
Transportation
Q
The complete respirator should be
transported in the carry bag provided. Good
quality commercial packing should be used.
Symptom
Cause
Remedy
Reduced
Cover air holes blocked
Clear air flows
Filters clogged
Fit a new filter
Battery flat
Recharge battery or fit recharged
battery
pack
No airflow
Respirator switched OFF
Press switch to ON
Switch faulty
Replace switch housing
Battery pack not fitted
Fit a fully charged battery pack
Battery pack discharged
Fit a fully charged battery pack
Fan-motor unit failure
Fit a replacement fan-motor unit
Airflow