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VIKING PAPR FGS 3250D WELDING HELMET
NIOSH CAUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
A – Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5%
oxygen.
B – Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or
health.
C – Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by
regulatory standards.
F – Do not use powered air-purifying respirators if airflow is less
than four cfm (115 lpm) for tight fitting
facepieces or six cfm (170 lpm) for hoods and/or helmets.
I – Contains electrical parts that may cause an ignition in
flammable or explosive atmospheres.
J - Failure to properly use and maintain this product could result
in injury or death.
L – Follow the manufacturer’s User’s Instructions for changing
cartridges, canister and/or filters.
M – All approved respirators shall be selected, fitted, used, and
maintained in accordance with MSHA, OSHA, and other
applicable regulations.
N – Never substitute, modify, add, or omit parts. Use only exact
replacement parts in the configuration as specified by the
manufacturer.
O - Refer to User’s Instructions, and/or maintenance manuals for
information on use and maintenance of these respirators.
P - NIOSH does not evaluate respirators for use as surgical
masks.
POWERED AIR-PURIFYING RESPIRATOR SECTION
RESPIRATOR SPECIFICATIONS
Size of Blower Assembly
8” W x 7.5” T x 3” D (203 x 191 x 76 mm)
Weight of Blower (including battery, belt, and filters)
47 oz. (1338 g)
Weight of Helmet Assembly
32 oz. (899 g)
Air Flow
Low Speed: 170+ lpm (6+ cfm)
High Speed: 210+ lpm (7.4+ cfm)
Operating Temperature
23°F to 131°F (-5°C to 55°C)
Storage Temperature
23°F to 131°F (-5°C to 55°C)
Battery Type
Lithium Ion (Rechargeable)
Battery Charge Time
About three hours
Battery Life
Approximately 500 charges
Belt Size(3)
29 to 52 in. (736 to 1321 mm)
Helmet Compliance
ANSI Z87.1-2015, CSA Z94.3,
Respirator Approval (1)
NIOSH 42 cfr 84 Approved Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR)
Assigned Protection Factor (2)
25
(1) Refer to NIOSH respirator approval label for system configuration.
(2) APF=25 for loose fitting Powered Air-Purifying Respirator according to OSHA 3352-02 2009, when the employer implements a con-
tinuing, effective respirator program in compliance with the Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134).
(3) Belt size maximum of 60 in.(1524 m) with belt extension accessory (see Parts Page in this manual)