Slip belt through guides on battery and blower unit.
Plug connection cord to battery on one end and blower unit on the other and
tighten nuts to ensure contact.
Make sure the blower unit is working properly and that the fan rotates in a
clockwise direction.
Screw cartridges/filters onto blower unit.
5.3 HELMET SET-UP
Remove protective film from visor. The film was applied to preserve the
transparency of the polycarbonate until the moment of use.
Fit the helmet onto head steadily.
Adjust head band fit.
Connect breathing hose to helmet by pushing hose connector into helmet and
turning clockwise.
5.4 WEARING INSTRUCTIONS:
DON HELMET IN A CLEAN AIR ENVIRONMENT ONLY.
Don belt, with blower unit and cartridges/filters already fitted on the left and
battery on the right, around waist.
Don helmet and tighten collar drawstring around neck by pressing the button
and sliding it up the drawstring. The drawstring should be pulled as close as
possible round neck to assure maximum closure but it should at all times feel
comfortable and not restrict breathing in any way.
Connect breathing hose to blower unit by pressing the hose assembly
connector into the blower unit and turning the coupling clockwise.
5.5 AIR FLOW INDICATOR - INSTRUCTION FOR USE
Carry out the airflow performance check hereunder before each respirator use:
Remove helmet-blower unit connection hose.
Ensure the battery is fully charged (see battery charging instructions packed with the
battery charger) and that the cartridges are fitted into the blower unit securely.
Insert airflow indicator onto the air outlet of the blower unit and position so that the indicator
is upright.
Start the unit and observe the position of the indicator ball inside the tube.
If the indicator ball rises above the indicator line (6 cfm/170 l.p.m), the respirator is
ready for use.
If the ball fails to move or remains on or below the indicator line, insufficient airflow is
being provided. This may be the result of a battery with a low charge or an
overloaded filter. Replace the filters and repeat the test.
Should the ball still remain below the indicator line, replace the battery and repeat
complete test.
Remove the airflow indicator and reconnect the breathing hose to the unit.
6
MAINTENANCE
6.1
HELMET:
Clean shell with organic solvent free detergent or better still with soapy water
only.
Clean visor with soapy water only.
Wash collar with warm soapy water.
6.2
6V6Ah BATTERY
The battery does not require servicing or tipping up.
RECHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER EVERY USE FOR LONGER LIFE -
DISCHARGED BATTERIES NOT RECHARGED WITHIN 48 HOURS AFTER
USE CANNOT BE RECHARGED AND ARE NOT COVERED UNDER
WARRANTY.
WHILE IN STORAGE THE BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED AT LEAST ONCE
EVERY 3 MONTHS.
6.3
BP-6 BATTERY CHARGER
Store in a dry place.
Avoid impacts or vibrations as these could alter the setting.
6.4
CARTRIDGES/FILTERS
If sealed, the cartridges/filters remain unaltered until the expiry date shown on
them.
Cartridges/filters cannot be washed, blown out or restored. When exhausted
they must be disposed of.
If two or more cartridges/filters are connected in parallel, they are to be replaced
simultaneously.
6.6
The respirator is to be serviced at least once a year by KASCO or KASCO
authorized service centre.
7. CAUTION
7.1 - Do not use the respirator under the conditions described at paragraph 4.2 and/or
4.3 above.
- The respirator must never be used if leaks are detected or if it does not pressurize.
7.2 - Do not use the blower unit if the fan does not rotate as described at point 5.2.
- Do not immerse the blower unit in water for cleaning without first having plugged off
the inlet and outlet openings.
- Do not use the blower unit if it does not supply an airflow of at least 170 Lpm.
7.3 -DO NOT KEEP BATTERY DISCHARGED: CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE.
- Do not place battery near or in fire.
- Do not short the terminals.
- Do not place battery on or near equipment which vibrates excessively.
- Should the battery crack and the dilute sulfuric acid come into contact with the skin
or clothing, wash off immediately with running water.
If dilute sulfuric acid gets into the eyes, wash immediately with plenty of water and
see a doctor.
- Do not expose battery to infrared or ultraviolet rays excessively.
7.4 - Use only the BP-6 battery charger for battery recharging.
- Do not keep the battery charger connected to the battery unless it is energized.
- The battery charger functions at its best at average room temperature (b
15° and + 25° C). If any problems are experienced when charging batteries at
temperatures other than the range mentioned above, contact KASCO.
7.5 - Do not use expired cartridges/filters even if their seals are still intact.
7.6 Return to fresh, clean air immediately and take helmet off 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 HELMET WILL NOT FURNISH BREATHING PROTECTION UNLESS IT IS
CONNECTED TO A FUNCTIONING BLOWER UNIT WHICH DRAWS AIR
THROUGH THE CARTRIDGES/FILTERS.
7.8 Never alter or modify this respirator in any way.
7.9 The airflow indicator supplied is to be used to check the airflow only. The indicator is
not appropriate to check the capacity or the running time of the battery.
7.10 Replace the helmet after every harsh impact even if it does not present any visible
damage.
7.11This equipment is not to be used by personnel whose sense of smell is in anyway
impaired.
7.12 This equipment is to be used only by qualified personnel trained in accordance with
a respirator program as outlined in ANSI Z 88.2-1980.
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.
8.3 Should you require technical assistance for problems that could arise while using
KASCO equipment always include the following information:
a) Respirator model and blower unit with lot numbers.
b) Date of purchase.
c) Name of dealer.
d) Problem.
Also state the following:
- power used
- type of pollution and concentration
- place of work (indoors or outdoors)
- approx. degree of relative humidity
- amount of hours worked annually - maximum hours worked
Also include a sketch or drawing of the type of work carried out if you feel it might be
useful.
9. TRANSPORT
9.1 The respirator is to be kept in its original packaging during transport.
10. STORAGE
10.1 Store cartridges/filters in their original packaging at a temperature between 0°C and
+40°C and a relative humidity of under 80%.
11. WARNING:
11.1 Review the respirator composition chart and Niosh approval label located inside the
respirator packaging box and ensure that the respirator is composed of the correct
sub assemblies before use.
11.2 Kasco retains any type of warranty forfeited on the instant and declines any liability
either direct or indirect should our Use and Maintenance instructions not be adhered
to and should cartridges/filters and spares other than genuine Kasco cartridges/filters
and spare be used.
11.3 Product liability for the proper operation of the respirator is irrevocably transferred to
the purchaser or operator if:
the prescribed maintenance is not carried out and/or repair and maintenance is
carried out on the respirator by personnel not employed by or service centers
not authorized by KASCO.
the respirator is used in a manner not conforming to its intended use as
prescribed in the relative product certification/approval.
11.4 IMPORTANT: Adhere strictly to all instructions, labels and limitations
pertaining to this equipment. If instructions and warning are not adhered to at
all times, respirator effectiveness will diminish and wearer protection will be
reduced.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
KASCO, as manufacturer, warrants to the original purchaser, each product of its own manufacture, for a period of one year from its date of shipment from the factory, to be free from defects in material
and workmanship under normal use and service.
Normal use and service is intended as all the operations specified in the applicable instruction manuals.
This warranty does not apply to any product which has been repaired or altered to adversely affect the performance or reliability of the respirator or other product.
This warranty does not apply to cartridges/filters and furthermore does not apply to motors and batteries, the expected life or cycle of which is stated, whenever possible, in the relative instructions
manuals.
Neither this warranty nor any implied warranty applies to damage or harm caused by any or all of the following:
1.
Freight damage
2.
Damage caused by parts and/or accessories or components not obtained from or approved by KASCO.
3.
Damage due to misapplication and/or misuse.
The liability of KASCO under the foregoing warranty is limited to the repair or replacement at KASCO’s option without charge for labor or materials of any part upon return of the entire respirator or other
product or of the particular part to the KASCO factory within the warranty period, at the sole expense of the purchaser, which part shall upon examination appear to the satisfaction of KASCO to have
been defective in material or workmanship.
KASCO expressly warrants its products as above stated.
Any other intervention on products returned will be charged at the prices in force.
This warranty does not cover labor expenses for products returned to KASCO within the warranty period for checks or repairs under warranty if said products are found to be in good working order.
No person including any dealer or representative of KASCO is authorized to make any representation or warranty concerning KASCO products on behalf of KASCO or to assume for KASCO the
obligations contained in this warranty.
KASCO reserves the right to make changes in design and other changes and improvements upon its products without imposing any obligations upon itself to install the same, upon existing products or
products then in the process of manufacture.
Products returned to KASCO for repairs or replacement shall contain the series or lot number originally affixed to the product at the time of production.
Kasco srl Via Romania, 12 - 42124 Reggio Emilia - Italy
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