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PA30 Series Powered Air-Purifying Respirator

PA3/PA3IS Blower Assembly User Manual

PA30 PAPR

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 respirator if airflow is less than four cfm (115 lpm)

for tight fitting face pieces or six cfm

(170 lpm) for hoods and/or helmets.

H. Follow established cartridge and canister change schedules or

observe ESLI to ensure that cartridges and canisters are

replaced before breakthrough.

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.

K. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations

require gas-proof goggles to be worn with this respirator when

used against formaldehyde.

L. Follow the manufacturer’s user instructions for changing

cartridges 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

Bullard 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.

Use strictly in accordance with instructions, labels and

limitations pertaining to the PA30 respirator.

1. The PA30 respirator does not supply oxygen. Use only in

adequately ventilated areas containing at least 19.5%

oxygen.

2. Do not use when concentrations of contaminants are

immediately dangerous to life or health (IDLH). This term is

defined in 29CFR 1910.134 (b).

3. Do not use these respirators for respiratory protection

during abrasive blasting or clean up.

4. Do not use in circumstances where the airborne

concentration level of contaminant exceeds maximum use

concentration for this type of respirator as established by

regulatory standards.

5. Leave area immediately if:

• Breathing becomes difficult

• Dizziness or other distress occurs

• You taste or smell the contaminant

• Unit becomes damaged

• Voltage alarm activates

6. This apparatus must not be worn with the blower unit

switched off. If the blower is switched off, a rapid build-up of

carbon dioxide and depletion of oxygen may occur, which

could result in death or serious injury.

7. Never alter or modify this respirator. Use only Bullard NIOSH

-approved PA30 components and replacement parts for this

respirator.

Failure to follow these warnings could result in death or serious

injury.

WARNING

Warnings and Limitations

PA3 - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with High Efficiency (HE) Filters (2) – Approval No. TC-21C-0773

PA3 - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with PA3NBC cartridges (3) for chlorine, hydrogen chlorine, sulfur dioxide, chlorine dioxide,

hydrogen fluoride, ammonia, methylamine, and particulates – Approval No. TC-23C-2236

PA3 - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with OV-AG-HE Cartridges (3) for organic vapors, chlorine, hydrogen chloride, sulfur dioxide,

chlorine dioxide or hydrogen fluoride and particulates – Approval No. TC-23C-2237

PA3IS - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with High Efficiency (HE) Filters (2) - Appproval No. TC-21C-0796

PA3IS - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with OV-AG-HE Cartridges (3) for organic vapors, chlorine,

hydrogen chloride, sulfur dioxide, chlorine dioxide or hydrogen fluoride and particulates - Approval No. TC-23C-2307

PA3IS - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with PA3NBC cartridges (3) for chlorine, hydrogen chlorine, sulfur dioxide, chlorine dioxide,

hydrogen fluoride, ammonia, methylamine, and particulates – Approval No. TC-23C-2306

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* This warning applies to the PA3 PAPR Blower, the PA3IS PAPR Blower is Factory Mutual (FM) approved for

CLASS I DIV 1 Groups C, D

CLASS II DIV 1 Groups E, F, G

CLASS III DIV 1

Ta = -12ºC to 49ºC T4

Summary of content (12 pages)

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PA30 Series Powered Air-Purifying Respirator PA3/PA3IS Blower Assembly User Manual PA3 - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with High Efficiency (HE) Filters (2) – Approval No. TC-21C-0773 PA3 - Powered Air-Purifying Respirator with PA3NBC cartridges (3) for chlorine, hydrogen chlorine, sulfur dioxide, chlorine dioxide, hydrogen fluoride, ammonia, methylamine, and particulates – Approval No.
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Warnings, Cautions and Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Principle of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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PA30 Series Powered Air-Purifying Respirator PA3/PA3IS Blower Assembly User Manual PA3/PA3IS - Principle of Operation The PA30 Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) System is supplied in six parts: 1. The blower assembly (Part No. PA3/PA3IS) which includes: The blower unit draws in ambient air through the cartridges. The purified air is blown into the wearer’s hood through the breathing tube.
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pack in the nest. The charger light will now remain on (PA3BP) or turns red (PA3ISBP). Battery Pack A fully charged battery pack will power a blower unit to provide adequate air volume for the respirator for approximately four to eight hours for the PA3BU under normal working conditions, depending on whether one or two battery packs are used. A fully charged battery pack will power a blower unit to provide adequate air volume for the respirator for approximately seven hours for the PA3ISBU.
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PA30 Series Powered Air-Purifying Respirator PA3/PA3IS Blower Assembly User Manual Mounting the Breathing Tube on the PA3BU/PA3ISBU Blower Ensure that a rubber gasket is in place in the breathing tube coupler on the blower unit. Screw one end of the breathing tube into the blower unit (hand tight is sufficient) (see Figure 2). Apply a light downward pressure to the Airflow Indicator to get a reasonable seal at the breathing tube end.
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PA3BU/PA3ISBU Air-Purifying Elements Principle of Operation The following filter/cartridge protection classification applies when used with any of the hoods or loose fitting facepieces. In the following table “Quantity” refers to the number of filters/cartridges which must be attached to the blower unit to provide the required protection.
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PA30 Series Powered Air-Purifying Respirator PA3/PA3IS Blower Assembly User Manual Screw the air-purifying elements into the receptacles (see Figure 5) until the cartridge is hand tight. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. Mounting and Replacing Cartridges on the Blower Unit The useful life of a chemical cartridge for vapors and gases will vary with the concentration and nature of the contaminant, the breathing rate of the respirator wearer, and ambient temperature and humidity.
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Donning the Blower and Respirator Prepare to don the blower, battery and hood in a safe, hazard-free area and do the following: Check that the cartridges are properly mounted on the blower unit. Prior to assembling the system, place the battery in the battery compartment on the back of the blower. Make sure that the correct battery is used in the apporpriate blower unit. One or two battery packs may be used (See instructions and warning on page 4). Fit the blower and belt around the user’s waist.
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PA30 Series Powered Air-Purifying Respirator PA3/PA3IS Blower Assembly User Manual Troubleshooting The following guide will enable you to locate and correct malfunctions: Malfunction Possible Cause Solution Low Voltage Alarm is sounding, but Airflow Indicator shows adequate air flow Low Voltage Air inlet to hood is twisted or constricted, or breathing tube inserted incorrectly Re-charge battery. Remove, inspect, and reinsert PA1BT Breathing Tube approximately 5" into hood inlet.
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Cautions and Limitations Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health. Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards. Do not use this respirator if airflow is less than four cfm (115 lpm) for tight-fitting facepieces or six cfm (170 lpm) for hoods and/or helmets. H.
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Not for use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen. Not for use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health. Do not exceed maximum use concentrations established by regulatory standards. Do not use this respirator if airflow is less than four cfm (115 lpm) for tight-fitting facepieces or six cfm (170 lpm) for hoods and/or helmets. H. Follow established cartridge and canister change schedules or observe ESLI to ensure that cartridges and canisters are replaced before breakthrough occurs.
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Head Protection Respiratory Protection Fire and Rescue Safety Thermal Imaging Ordering Information CATALOG NUMBER CATALOG NUMBER DESCRIPTION Respirator Assemblies PA30LFLSB 20LFL Loose-Ftting Facepiece System with Standard Comfort Belt PA30TJB 20TJ Single Bib Hood System with Standard Comfort Belt PA30TICSB 20TIC Double Bib Hood System with Standard Comfort Belt PA30TICHSB 20TICH Double Bib Hood for Hard Hat System with Standard Comfort Belt PA30SICSB 20SIC Double Bib Saranex Coated Hood System with