3M Versaflo TR-800 Series - !IMPORTANT READ FIRST!; Critical instructions to read before use

W WARNING
This product is part of a system that helps reduce exposures to certain airborne contaminants. Before use, the
wearer must read and understand these User Instructions. Follow all local regulations. In the U.S., a written
respiratory protection program must be implemented meeting all the requirements of 29CFR1910.134,
including training, t testing and medical evaluation. In Canada, CSA standard Z94.4 requirements must
be met and/or requirements of the applicable jurisdiction, as appropriate. Misuse may result in injury,
sickness or death. For correct use, consult supervisor and User Instructions, or call 3M Technical Service in
USA at 1-800-243-4630 and in Canada at 1-800-267-4414.
!!!IMPORTANT READ FIRST!!!
• Battery packs should be charged immediately and fully upon receipt.
• Read and understand the contents of these User Instructions prior to use, including all warnings and advisories.
• This system is for professional occupational use only.
• The lter loading indicator is for particulate only. It does not convey any information about gas and vapor service life.
• The 3M™ Versao™ Powered Air Purifying Respirator TR-800 System has been tested and classied by UL for
intrinsic safety. Exia Division 1:
IS Class I, II, III; Division 1(Includes Division 2); Groups C, D, E, F, G; T4
Ex ia I Ma
Class I, Zone 0, AEx ia IIB; T4 / Class I, Zone 0, Ex ia IIB; T4
Zone 20, AEx ia IIIC; T135°C / Zone 20, Ex ia IIIC; T135°C
-20°C ≤ T
a
≤ 55°C
CONTENTS
FOREWORD .......................................................................................................................... 1
Contact Information .......................................................................................................... 1
System Description ........................................................................................................... 1
LIST OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS WITHIN THESE USER INSTRUCTIONS .............................. 1
LIMITATIONS OF USE ............................................................................................................. 2
RESPIRATOR PROGRAM MANAGEMENT ................................................................................ 2
APPROVALS, CAUTIONS & LIMITATIONS ................................................................................. 3
UNPACKING & BATTERY CHARGING ....................................................................................... 4
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION & ASSEMBLY ............................................................................. 5
BATTERY PACK CHARGING & INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 8
BELTS AND BACKPACK .......................................................................................................... 8
BREATHING TUBE ................................................................................................................ 10
HEADGEAR .......................................................................................................................... 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................. 11
INSPECTION ........................................................................................................................ 12
ENTERING AND EXITING THE CONTAMINATED AREA ............................................................ 14
CLEANING, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL .................................................................................. 14
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................ 17
TR-800 FILTER AND CARTRIDGE OPTIONS WITH COVERS ................................................... 17
IMPORTANT NOTICE ............................................................................................................ 17
WARRANTY ..................................................................................................................... 17
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ..................................................................................................... 17
FCC COMPLIANCE ............................................................................................................... 17
SYSTEM INTRINSIC SAFETY APPROVAL INFORMATION......................................................... 18