USER’S INSTRUCTIONS
IST-USO-0905093
Rev. 2 – 20/09/2016
IDP 109
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K80E T8N – K80E T8A
POWERED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS
Respirator composition chart:
Respirato
r
Part #
Code
Helmet
Blower
unit
Cartridge/
Filter
Battery
Battery
charger
Cord
Breathing
tube
Airflow
indicator
Belt
NIOSH
APPROVAL
0313083
K80E
0302021
T8N
0303038
2 X ZA2P3
0601019
6V6Ah
0309064
BP-6
0105086
0309081
0309095
0806008
0307020
TC-23C-1572
0313084
K80E
0302021
T8A
0303040
2 X ZP3
0601023
6V6Ah
0309064
BP-6
0105086
0309081
0309095
0806007
0307020
TC-21C-627
1.
DESCRIPTION
1.1a K80E HELMET: It is composed of: a fiberglass shell covered with 3 coats of paint,
the last one of which, the most external one, is polyurethane; a polycarbonate visor;
a polyamide collar which closes efficiently and comfortably round the operator's
neck; a head-band adjustable from 53 to 63 cm (6-5/8 to 7-7/8 hat size).
1.2a T8A and T8N BLOWER UNITS: They are composed of: an ABS case with socket
and ON/OFF switch. A fan unit actuated by an electric micro motor.
1.3 BREATHING HOSE ASS.Y: It is composed of an ethyl vinyl acetate, convoluted
hose with pivot couplings for helmet-blower unit coupling.
1.4 BATTERY ASSEMBLY: It is composed of: a sealed 6V6Ah rechargeable lead-acid
battery.
1.5 BP-6 BATTERY CHARGER: It is composed of: a stabilized battery charger with
electric cord.
1.6 CARTRIDGES/FILTERS/CARTRIDGES:
a) ZP3 (HE) FILTER (0601023): made of finely pleated technical paper.
b) ZA2P3 (HE/OV) CARTRIDGE (0601019) The first section is composed of finely
pleated technical paper. The second section of activated carbon. Both parts are
packed into a single plastic housing with covers and seals.
1.7 AIRFLOW INDICATOR: It is composed of a transparent tube with indicator ball
inside. The indicator is needed to check the airflow performance of the respirator it is
supplied with, before each use.
2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
2.1 K80E HELMETS:
Shell : Fiberglass - Face shield : Polycarbonate – Head suspension: Polyethylene – Face
shield gasket: polyethylene foam.
Noise level < 80dB.
2.2 BLOWER UNITS:
Type of unit
Type of
filter
N.of
cartridg
es/filters
Voltage
Volts
Airflow at 20°C
60% R.H .-
Battery fully
charged
Lpm
Expected life of
micro motor
Hours
T8A
0303040
ZP3
HE filter
2
6
>170
1400
T8N
0303038
ZA2P3
HE/OV
cartridge
2
6
>170
700
2.3 BATTERY ASSEMBLY:
Type of
blower
unit
Type of
battery
Battery
P/N
Voltage
- Volts
Terminal
voltage
under load
- Volts
Running
time at
20°C
- Hours
Approx.
battery
life
T8A
0303040
T8N
0303038
Rechargeable
Lead acid
0309064
6V 6Ah
5.1
>4
2 years
or
300
cycles
- Self discharge: 50% of its capacity
in 6 months at 40° C
in 16 months at 20° C
2.4 BATTERY CHARGING:
Type of blower
unit
Charger Model
INPUT
OUTPUT
Charging time
Hours
T8A
(0303040)
T8N
(0303038)
BP-6
0105086
110V 50/60Hz
7V
900mA
8
2.4a ZP3 HE FILTER (0601023):
HE – High Efficiency Particulate Air filter for powered, air-purifying respirators.
(See
also label and Users’ Instructions packed with filter)
.
When the HEPA filter is exhausted, an increase in drop pressure is registered on the
filter. This is indicated by a progressive diminishing of the airflow inside the
respirator.
2.4b ZA2P3 HE/OV CARTRIDGE (0601019):
The ZA2P3 combined cartridges are permitted for respiratory protection against
organic vapors and particulates at a high efficiency level.
Before occupational use of these cartridges the employer shall implement a cartridge
change schedule based on objective information or data that will ensure the
cartridges are changed before the end of their service life (as per requirements of the
OSHA 1910.134 Respiratory Protection Standard).
Time use limitations:
Replace cartridges in accordance with an established change schedule or earlier if
smell, taste or irritation from contaminants is detected and, in any case, prior to the
expiry date indicated on the label affixed to the cartridge.
(See also label and User’s Instructions packed with filter).
IN CASE OF DOUBT REGARDING THE TYPE OR EFFICIENCY OF THE
CARTRIDGES/FILTERS AND CARTRIDGES CONTACT KASCO AT
3. OPERATION
3.1 The blower unit, powered by rechargeable battery, takes in air through the
cartridges/filters and sends it, via hose, to the inside of the helmet. The helmet goes
into slight positive over pressure and the wearer breathes filtered air only. Expired air
is expelled through the diaphragm valves.
4. USE
4.1 For the protection of the eyes and respiratory system of the wearer while working in
non I.D.H.L. environments containing dusts, fumes, mists and organic vapors.
4.2 LIMITATIONS (FOR RESPIRATORS EQUIPPED WITH ZA2P3 (HE/OV)
CARTRIDGES)
a) Do not use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
b) Do not wear for protection against organic vapors with poor warning properties.
c) Do not wear for protection against organic vapors which generate high heats of
reaction.
d) Max. use concentration shall be lower than the max. concentrations listed on the
User’s Instructions sheet packed with the filter, where that concentration produces
atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
e) Do not use with fumigants.
f) Do not use in closed environments (tanks, silos etc.).
g) Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5 % oxygen.
h) Do not use for protection against Carbon monoxide (Co) or natural gas.
i) Do not use in explosive atmospheres.
4.3 LIMITATIONS (FOR RESPIRATORS EQUIPPED WITH ZP3 (HE) FILTERS
a) Do not use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
b) Do not use for protection against vapors, gas and pesticides.
c) Do not use in closed ambient (tanks, silos etc.).
d) Do not use for fire fighting.
e) Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
f) Do not use in explosive atmospheres.
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1 6V6Ah BATTERY RECHARGING:
Plug the battery charger into mains.
Connect battery charger outlet plug to the discharged battery.
Battery recharging is automatic (RED Led).
Led turns GREEN when about 90%
charged.
The battery charger may remain plugged into the fully charged battery with no
overcharge risk provided it is energized.
CHARGE BATTERY WITH THE SUPPLIED BATTERY CHARGER ONLY.
5.2 BATTERY AND BLOWER UNIT SET-UP