Gentex PUREFLO PURELITE XSTREAM User manual

PureLite XStream
Self-Contained Powered Air Purifying
Visor System
User Manual
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User Instructions
Approval for Use
Suitability for Use
Preparation for Use
Wearing and Using
Parts List
Servicing
Storage
Technical Specication
Decontamination & Return Procedure
Customer Support
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Please read these instructions and then store them in a safe place for future reference.
The PureLite XStream must be tted and used in accordance with these instructions.
Introduction
The PureLite XStream is a self-contained, lightweight Powered Air Purifying unit
intended for protection against solid dusts, impacts to eyes and face, and eye and
face protection from liquid chemical splash. The PureLite XStream is not approved for
Industrial head protection.
The PureLite XStream is powered by a rechargeable battery pack held inside the unit.
Air is ltered through the unit’s lters to provide a constant ow of clean air over the
face. A face seal ensures that positive pressure is maintained within the respirator.
The PureLite XStream has an adjustable headband and concussion cradle, ensuring a
comfortable t for most head sizes.
Contents
The PureLite XStream unit should contain the following items:
Quantity Description
1 Helmet including lters and incorporating Eye and Head Protection
1 Battery Charger
1 Battery Pack
1 Airow Indicator
1 Storage Bag
1 User Manual
USER INSTRUCTIONS
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This product is NOT APPROVED BY NIOSH.
The PureLite XStream has been assessed under Article 10 and 11B assessments
conducted by: British Standards Institution, Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, Herts,
HP2 4SQ, UK. (Notied Body Number: 0086)
Respiratory Protection
BS EN 12941 1999, respiratory devices, powered ltering devices class TH2P.
For use against solid particulates only.
The above assessments DO NOT indicate NIOSH approval.
Product assessed against the requirements of the following standards:
Respiratory Protection NOT APPROVED BY NIOSH for use against
solid particulates only
Eye Protection ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2015 personal eye and
face protection – Meets high Impact
requirements (Z87+)
Head Protection Not ANSI approved
•The PureLite XStream must be used strictly in accordance with these instructions
•Do not use the PureLite XStream for protection against unknown atmospheric
contaminants or when concentrations of contaminants are unknown or immediately
dangerous to life or health, or in atmospheres likely to be decient in oxygen
•Do not use the PureLite XStream where there is a requirement for Industrial Hard
Hat Protection
•Only use the PureLite XStream with the parts and accessories listed in these
instructions
APPROVAL FOR USE
SUITABILITY FOR USE
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•The PureLite XStream is only for use by trained, competent personnel
•In the power-off state little or no respiratory protection is to be expected, and this
is considered to be an abnormal situation
•In the power-off state there will be a rapid buildup of carbon dioxide and depletion
of oxygen may occur
•Without the face seal tted no respiratory protection is to be expected
•At very high work rates and peak inhalation the pressure ow in the device may
become negative
•Ophthalmic spectacles may transmit impacts from high-speed particles, thus
creating a hazard to the wearer
•Never modify or alter this product, except as directed in the service tasks
contained in these instructions
•Materials which may come into contact with the wearer’s skin could cause
allergic reactions to susceptible individuals
LEAVE THE CONTAMINATED AREA IMMEDIATELY IF
ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY:
•The buzzer sounds
•Any part of the unit becomes damaged
•Airow into the unit decreases or stops
•Breathing becomes difcult
•Dizziness or other physical distress or irritation occurs
•The user tastes or smells contaminants
Transportation
•For transportation purposes use the carry bag provided and protect the
unit from physical or chemical damage
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The following tasks must be performed prior to use:
Battery Charging and Installation
The nominal recharge time for a at battery pack is 14 hours. The battery pack must be
fully charged before rst use. To install and charge the battery pack:
•Lift the top cover by pressing the forward side tabs inwards and rotating the cover
rearwards as shown in Fig. 1
•Slide the battery pack into its housing as shown in Fig. 2
•Fit the battery charger connector into the rear of the electronics unit and connect the
charger to a mains AC supply (the LED lights up and remains lit even after a full charge
has been completed) – Charge for 14 hours
•After charging, switch off the mains AC supply, remove the charger connector from the
helmet and ret cover ensuring tabs lock the cover in position
•For external charging see optional charge cradle in accessories list
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
PREPARATION FOR USE
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Visual Inspection
•Check the face seal material for damage
•Check the face seal attachment to the chassis and visor of the PureLite XStream
•Check the visor seal for damage
Replace any damaged parts including scratched or damaged visors.
Airow Pre-Use Check
Ensure that the air lters have been
installed correctly as shown in Fig. 3
Check the airow as shown in Fig. 4
•Turn the helmet upside down
and locate the airow indicator
on the four slots at the front of
the helmet.
•Press the red on/off switch to
operate the fan. An audible tone
should sound briey one time.
The red ball is raised to the
top of the indicator tube if the
system is operating correctly.
•If the red ball is raised to less
than half the height of the tube
then either the battery charge is
low or the lters are blocked and
need replacing.
Low Battery Warning
If an audible regular intermittent tone sounds recharge or replace the battery pack.
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
On/Off Switch
Air Filter
Red Ball
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Fitting the PureLite XStream
•Adjust the crown strap length on the headband as shown in Fig. 5A so that the
headband rests against brow
•Adjust headband diameter by pulling the knob out and rotating for head size, push the
knob in to secure as shown in Fig. 5B
•Ensure face seal is above the ears and check that the face seal is taut so that there are
no gaps between mask and face as shown in Fig. 6
•Switch on the fan/motor by operating the red on/off switch
WEARING AND USING
Fig. 5A Fig. 5B
Fig. 6
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Removing the PureLite XStream
•Switch off the fan/motor by operating the red on/off switch
•Pull out the knob and to release headband and remove
Cleaning the PureLite XStream
•Use a clean cloth with a mild solution of a household liquid soap and water.
(PUREWIPE cleaning wipes are recommended for this purpose)
•Do not immerse the PureLite XStream in water or uid
•Do not use organic solvents or abrasive cleaning agents on any part of the equipment
•Launder the face seal and linings as required using a mild solution of a household
detergent and water
Disposal and cleaning of parts should be undertaken in accordance with local health and
safety, and environmental regulations.
If the PureLite XStream has been used in an area that has caused it to become
contaminated with a substance requiring special decontamination procedures, observe
the precautions described in the manufacturer’s health and safety information.
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PARTS LIST
Complete Kit
Product
Designation
Order
Number Description
PureLite XStream PL03001-1
Complete unit with lters, battery,
battery charger, airow indicator,
storage/carry bag, user manual
Item# Order# Description Qty
1 PL01173-5SP Visor Assembly 1
2 PL01176-4SP Head Cover & Face Seal 1
3 PL01175-4SP Headband Assembly 1
4 PL01170-5SP Replacement Filters 1 Pair
5 PL01171-4SP Battery Pack 1
6 PL01172-5SP Battery Charger 1
7 PL01178-4SP Airow Indicator 1
8 PL01179-4SP PC Board/Switch Assembly 1
9 PL01174-3SP Main Cover 1
10 PL01177-4SP Fan Motor Assembly 1
11 PL01180-4SP Brow Comfort Pad 1
12 PL01187-1SP Visor Overlays-Green (10/pack) 1 Pack
13 PL01187-2SP Visor Overlays-Clear (10/pack) 1 Pack
15 PL01183-4SP Headband Fixing Kit 1 Set
16 PL01188-4SP Crown Comfort Pad (5/pack) 1
PL0111-3SP Purewipes (not shown on diagram) 1 Pack
Spare/Replacement Parts
Reference Fig. 7 on opposite page.
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Fig. 7
Item# Order# Description Qty
17 PL01182SP-4SP Charge Cradle 1
Accessories
Reference Fig. 7
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CAUTION: Dust on the unit, its parts, and lters from usage should be handled in a safe
manner in accordance with the manufacturer’s safety data information.
Visor Overlay (optional) Replacement
Install a new set of visor overlays by adhering to the main visor using the adhesive
strips provided.
Visor Assembly Replacement
•Replace the old or damaged visor assembly as shown in Fig. 8 below.
•Release nuts and push screws inwards, release the front tab
and lift visor from the helmet
•Fit replacement visor ensuring
slot in visor locates on tab and
bottom edge in grooves, secure
with screws and nuts
•Fit visor stiffener wire. Insert the
wire ends into the outer slots
provided and rotate to engage
securely in the center slot
Visors should be stored out of
direct sunlight and replaced at
least every 5 years.
Fig. 8
SERVICING
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Fig. 9
Face Seal Replacement
Replace the face seal as shown in Fig. 9 below.
•Unsnap the face seal from the snaps starting from the center of the visor snap studs on
face seal
•Remove the head band (see Headband assembly and Fig. 10 on page 12) and remove
the crown pad by separating the hook & loop fastener – Separate the crown strap at
the adjustment and remove the elastic loops on each side
•Pull face seal over the headband knob and remove face seal from helmet
•Reverse above to re-install new face seal
Face seals should be stored out of direct sunlight and replaced at least every 5 years.
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Fig. 10
SERVICING (CONTINUED)
Headband Assembly Replacement
Remove face seal and visor (shown in Figs. 8 and 9 on pages 10-11).
NOTE: The visor stiffener does not need to be removed from the visor.
Install the face seal on the headband (as described on page 11) and install the new
headband assembly as shown in Fig. 10 below:
•Release nuts and screw and remove the headband from the helmet
•Assemble anti-rotating cap and screw retainer to headband noting that anti-rotating
caps are marked ‘L’ (left) and ‘R’ (right)
•Position the headband in the helmet ensuring that the tabs on the anti-rotating cap
located in the helmet
•Fit screws through retainer, anti-rotating cap and visor secure with nuts
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Air Filter Replacement
CAUTION: Dust on the unit, its parts, and lters from usage should be handled in a
safe manner in accordance with the manufacturer’s safety data information.
Lift the cover as shown in Fig. 1 and replace air lter as shown in Fig. 3:
•Hold the neck of the tted air lter and push rmly towards sealing face to release
from securing tabs and lift lter upwards to remove – Discard appropriately
•Locate new air lter against sealing face – Push rmly toward sealing face and
downwards (lter will click into in securing tabs)
•Ensure the rear locating tag is engaged in the slot and the lter lays parallel to
the chassis
•Ret helmet cover
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Air Filter
Air Filter
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SERVICING (CONTINUED)
Fan/Motor Assembly Replacement
Lift the cover as shown in Fig. 1 and replace fan/motor assembly as shown in Fig. 11 on
opposite page:
•Disconnect fan/motor electrical lead from the
electronics unit
•Remove the two screws securing the front air duct
•Lift the air duct from locating lip and pull fan/motor from rear air duct – Separate fan/
motor from front air duct
•Fold back both seals on replacement fan/motor assembly – with electrical lead point
downwards, locate with front air duct and secure by unfolding seal over duct
•Connect electrical lead to electronics unit
•Locate front air duct in lip and fan/motor with rear air duct, tuck excess cable under
fan/motor unit and unfold seal to secure
•Secure air duct with screws
•Ensure both seals are fully engaged with ducts and are fully unfolded (failure to do so
may compromise the unit’s performance)
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Fig. 11
Fig. 1
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SERVICING (CONTINUED)
Electronics Unit Replacement
Lift the cover as shown in Fig. 1 and replace the electronics unit as shown in Fig. 12
below.
Fig. 1
Fig. 12
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