Kasco PROF88 Series User manual

USER’S INSTRUCTIONS
IST-USO-0905100
Rev. 1 – 11/01/2017
IDP 109
Page 1 of 2
PROF88 – KOMPAT88
POWERED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS
Respirator composition chart:
Respirator
Part #
Code
Helmet Filter Battery Charger Airflow
indicator
NIOSH APPROVAL
0313072 PROF88
0302032
2 X ZP3
0601023
NC-9
0105082 0806010 TC-21C-633
0313143 KOMPAT88
0302029
2 X ZP3
0601023
NC-9
0105082 0806010 TC-21C-633
1. DESCRIPTION
1.1 HELMET: It is composed of: a fiberglass shell covered with 3 coats of paint,
the last one of which, the most external one, is polyurethane; a polycarbonate
visor; a polyamide collar which closes efficiently and comfortably round the
operator's neck; a head-band adjustable from 53 to 63 cm (6-5/8 to 7-7/8 hat
size).
1.2 BLOWER UNITS (built into the helmet): They are located in a plastic housing
and are composed of a fan actuated by an electric micro motor.
1.3 BATTERY ASSEMBLY (built into the helmet): It is composed of: Nickel
Cadmium batteries connected in series.
1.4 BATTERY CHARGER: It is composed of: a stabilized battery charger and
includes electric cord and plug.
1.5 ZP3 FILTERS: made of finely pleated technical paper packed into plastic
housing .
1.6 AIRFLOW INDICATOR: It is composed of a transparent tube with indicator ball
inside. The indicator is needed to check the airflow performance of the
respirator it is supplied with, before each use.
2. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
2.1 HELMET:
- Shell : Fiberglass - Face shield : Polycarbonate – Head suspension:
Polyethylene – Face shield gasket: polyethylene foam.
- Noise level < 80Db.
2.2 BLOWER UNITS
Type of unit Type of
filter
N. of
filters
Voltage
- Volts
Airflow at
20°C 60%
R.H. .-Battery
fully charged
- Lpm
Expected
micro motor
life
- Hours
PROF88
KOMPAT88
ZP3 2 10,8 >170 800
2.3 BATTERY ASSEMBLY
Type of
blower
unit
Type of
battery
No. of
batteries
connected
in series
Voltage
- Volts
Terminal
voltage
under load
- Volts
Running
time at
20°C
- Hours
Approx.
battery
life
PROF88
KOMPAT8
8
NI-CD
2,2Ah 9 10,8 9 >4
2 years
or
300
cycles
- Cycle service life:
300 for discharges of 100%
1500 for discharges of 50%
2500 for discharges of 30%
2.4 BATTERY CHARGER
Type of unit Charger Model INPUT OUTPUT
Charging
time
Hours
PROF88
KOMPAT88 NC-9 110V 60Hz 12,8V
400mA  6
2.5 ZP3 FILTER (0601023):
HE – High Efficiency Particulate Air filter for powered, air-purifying respirators.
(See also label and Users’ Instructions packed with filter).
When the HEPA filter is exhausted, an increase in drop pressure is registered on
the filter. This is indicated by a progressive diminishing of the airflow inside the
respirator.
3. OPERATION
3.1 The blower units, powered by the built-in rechargeable batteries, take in air
through the filters and send it to the inside of the helmet. The helmet goes
into positive over pressure and the wearer breathes filtered air. Expired air is
expelled through the diaphragm valves.
4 USE
4.1 For the protection of the eyes and respiratory system of the wearer while
working in non I.D.H.L. environments containing dusts, fumes and mists.
4.2 LIMITATIONS
 Do not use in atmospheres immediately dangerous to life or health.
 Do not wear for protection against vapors and gas, carbon monoxide (CO),
natural gas and fumigants.
 Do not use in closed environments (tanks, silos etc.).
 Do not use for fire fighting.
 Do not use in atmospheres containing less than 19.5% oxygen.
 Do not use in explosive atmospheres.
 Do not exceed max. use concentrations established by regulatory standards.
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1a BATTERY RECHARGING USING NC-9 BATTERY CHARGER.
 Plug the battery charger into mains.
 Connect battery charger to the discharged battery.
 Battery recharging is automatic. (Red led). Led turns GREEN when battery is
about 90% charged.
 The battery charger may remain plugged into the fully charged battery with no
overcharge risk provided it is energized.
(See also instructions packed with battery charger)
5.2 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 on head steadily.
 Adjust head band fit.
5.3 DONNING INSTRUCTIONS:
DON PAPR IN AN UNCONTAMINATED ENVIRONMENT.
 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 around the neck to assure maximum closure but it should at all
times feel comfortable and not restrict breathing in any way.
 for PROF88 respirator: Close lift-up visor.
5.4 AIRFLOW INDICATOR – Airflow checking test:
 Make sure the Ni-Cad battery is fully charged.
 Check that the filters are fitted into the helmet properly.
 Open collar and keep it open throughout the test.
 Switch the helmet ON.
 Fit the airflow indicator over the right hand filter and position so that the
indicator is upright.
 Check position of indicator ball:
 If it rises above the 170 LPM indication line, the equipment is working
properly.
 If it remains below the 170 LPM indication line, replace the filters and
repeat the test.
 Should the ball continue to stay below the 170 LPM line, recharge the
battery and repeat the test.
 If the ball still remains below the 170 LPM line, replace the battery and
repeat the complete test.
 Fit the airflow indicator over the left filter and carry out the complete test as
above.
 Remove the airflow indicator.
The PAPR may be used only if both tests (both left and right sides) give positive
results. Do not use the PAPR with airflow indicators fitted over the filters. The

above described test is for checking airflow only and is inappropriate for checking
the capacity or the running time of batteries. The supplied airflow indicator is to
be used to check the airflow of the PROF88 and KOMPAT88 PAPRs only.
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 NiCad BATTERY:
 The battery does not require servicing or tipping up.
 Store helmet switched OFF and with batteries completely discharged.
 After a long storage period repeat the charge-discharge cycle 5 times to bring
the battery up to its original capacity.
6.3. BATTERY CHARGER:
 Store in a dry place.
 Avoid excessive impacts or vibrations as these could alter the setting.
6.4 FILTERS:
 If sealed, the filters remain unaltered until the expiry date shown on them.
 Filters cannot be washed, blown out or restored. When exhausted they must
be disposed of.
 Replace both filters simultaneously.
6.5 The PAPR is to be serviced 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.
- Do not use the respirator for any reason whatsoever if said does not
pressurize.
7.2- Do not use the respirator if only one fan unit is working.
- Do not use two different types of filters. Both filters must have the same
characteristics.
- Do not use respirator if it does not supply an airflow of at least 170 Lpm.
- Do not immerse helmet in water for cleaning.
7.3- Do not place battery near or in fire.
- Do not short the terminals.
- Do not leave the helmet ON even if the battery has been discharged.
7.4- Do not use battery chargers other than the supplied NC-9 for recharging
batteries.
- Do not keep the battery charger connected to the battery unless it is also
connected to the mains and the switch is ON.
- The battery charger functions at its best at average indoor temperature
(between + 15° and + 25° C).
7.5- Do not use expired filters even if their seals are still intact.
- Do not use a filter for more than three months.
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
THE FAN UNITS WHICH DRAW IN AIR THROUGH THE FILTERS ARE
FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.
7.8 Never alter or modify this respirator in any way.
7.9 Replace the helmet after harsh impacts even if it does not present any visible
damage.
7.10 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.
7.11 Do not use the respirator if your sense of smell is in any way impaired.
7.12 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 electrical 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) Type of respirator.
b) Series number.
c) Name of dealer.
d) Problem.
e) Voltage.
f) type of pollution and concentration of same
g) type of filter.
h) 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 PAPR is to be kept in its original packing during transport.
10. STORAGE
10.1 Store filter in its original packing at a temperature between 0°C and 40°C and
a relative humidity lower than 80%.
11. WARNING
11.1 Review the respirator composition chart / Niosh approval label found inside
the respirator packaging 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 User’s Instructions not be adhered to
and should filters and spares other than genuine Kasco filters and spare be used.
11.3 The liability for the proper operation of the respirator is irrevocably
transferred to the purchaser or operator if:
a) the prescribed maintenance is not carried out and/or if repairs and
maintenance are carried out on the respirator by personnel not employed by
or service centers not authorized by KASCO.
b) the respirator is used in a manner not conforming to its intended use as
specified 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 of reliability of the respirator or other product.
This warranty does not apply to filters and furthermore does not apply to motors and batteries, the expected life of which is stated 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.
There are no other express warranties.
Any implied warranties, including implied warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to one year from the date of purchase by the first purchaser
except in States that do not allow time limitations on implied warranties. There is no implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability when this product is put to a rental
use.
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.
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.
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 - Italia Tel: [phone] - Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected] - web: [email protected]

THESE RESPIRATORS ARE APPROVED ONLY IN THE FOLLOWING CONFIGURATIONS:
0302021 0302029 0302032 0601023 0303040 0309064 0309081 0309095 0806007 0806010 0307020
21C-633 HE X X X X ABCFIJLMNOP
21C-627 HE X XXXXXX XABCFIJLMNOP
1.PROTECTION
HE‐Highefficiencyparticulateairfilterforpoweredairpurifyingrespirators
RESPIRATOR COMPONENTS
BATTERY
CONNECTION
CORD
BREATHING
HOSE
BELT
TC- CAUTIONS AND
LIMITATIONS2
BLOWER
PROTECTION1
ALTERNATE
FACEPIECE-
HELMET
ALTERNATE
AIRFLOW
INDICATOR
FILTER
KASCO
ViaRomania12‐ 42124ReggioEmilia‐ ITALY
Tel:+390522 308232‐ Fax:+390522939803
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2.CAUTIONSANDLIMITATIONS
A‐Notforuseinatmospherescontaininglessthan19.5percent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,canisters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Instructions,and/ormaintenancemanualsforinformationonuseandmaintenanceoftheserespirators.
P‐NIOSHdoesnotevaluaterespiratorsassurgicalmasks.
0905124‐IDP109
Rev.04‐10/01/2017